Category Archives: From Lam’s Desk

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Carter Caves State Park

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When we arrived at Carter Caves State Park, we found picnic tables alongside Tygarts Creek, the creek originating from Tygarts State Forest. We parked and took out our cooler to have lunch at one of the table. The boys loved … Continue reading

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Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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What we love most about trips are the surprises they hold. When we went inside the lobby of the Park Vista hotel, what greeted us first was the sign “Welcome Vietnam Veterans.” Apparently a group of Vietnam Veterans were having … Continue reading

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Boys Reading Together

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Here they are reading a book about earthworms. Jacob has been encouraged by his parents to read non-fiction books about nature to gain more general knowledge. James is only interested in the pictures. Before this, they had taken a bath … Continue reading

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Our Fun Time at Kentucky Renaissance Fair in Eminence, Kentucky

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Last Saturday we drove to Eminence, KY to go go the Renaissance Fair and had a blast despite the 90 degree heat. It was children and pirates weekend so many attendees were dressed in medieval and pirate clothing. Entry was … Continue reading

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Working Out on the Trails at Natural Bridge State Park

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Jacob and James just finished watching all the Ice Age movies at home including the Christmas episode. When we got to Natural Bridge State Park last weekend, we thought the landscape there looked so much like in Ice Age. Natural … Continue reading

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Boys Together Lately

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Because of their 6 year gap in age, Jacob and James don’t often play together very well. Watching them spend time together is like watching a silent chaotic movie. Jacob prefers spending time with Daddy to playing with James. And … Continue reading

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Jacob Received A Super Scientist Award

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We are so proud of our boy Jacob for having received a Science Award this year. It was such a joyful ending to Jacob’s second grade school year. Many days, Jacob would have such a hard time waking up and … Continue reading

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Pretty James in Mommy’s Straw Hat

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Both Jacob and James like to wear Mommy’s hats, Mommy’s shoes and Daddy’s shoes when they are toddlers. They both look adorable in Mommy’s hats.

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Fishing at Jacobson Park

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12th Wedding Anniversary – Reflection on Our Spiritual Journey Together

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2015 marks our 12th wedding anniversary. We have 2 anniversary dates, May 18 and December 7. Although 12 years is not a long time, the duration is long enough for us to have traveled on a spiritual journey together. Since … Continue reading

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