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Plenty to be Thankful for

November 15, 2023 By D'Ann Mateer

About this time each year one of my favorite songs from the movie Holiday Inn starts running on repeat through my head. This song has been especially poignant for me this year. 2023 has been one for the books—and not in a good way! It won’t be forgotten. And yet, so much to be thankful for—things and people only the Lord could have put in place.  I’m thankful for this house which … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Faith Tagged With: dog, Family, friends, house

Hello, Dolly! (The puppy, not the musical.)

December 7, 2022 By D'Ann Mateer

It’s been a long time coming, but we finally brought our new puppy home the Thursday before Thanksgiving. You might know from some previous mentions here or on social media that this wasn’t my idea. In fact, on social media posts about our puppy, I always include the hashtag #hismidlifecrisis. Because that’s the truth. But he doesn’t ask for much. And he really wanted a dog. And I love him, so I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family, Pets Tagged With: dog, Dolly, mid life crisis, puppy

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