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Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Merry Christmas from The Shaw Family!
Well, the 1 week of Christmas was a success! We had a great week and made some great new family memories!Last Wednesday, we had our family picture taken. I sent out our Christmas Card via email this year, to help save on stamps. I am sure that there were some who did not think this was such a great idea and thought it was impersonal and cold...but...
Saturday, December 19, 2009
Meet Max...
Attempting to muster up a BIG Christmas spirit. For some reason, it just feels like any other time of the year. BAD... REALLY BAD! I, yes me, have only wrapped 3 gifts. Normally, they are all done by now. What is wrong with me?So, Brian and I decided that we would do a 1 week of Christmas. Each day, we are purposely doing SOMETHING that is Christmasy....
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Loss yet Gain.
I really love that God always provides us with exactly what we need...at exactly the right time. Today, was our 2 year anniversary of loosing sparkler.I am forever reminded that I am a mommy to 13 children. It is just that 11 of them reside in Heaven instead of Earth. I share my earthly birthday with my sparkler's heavenly one. While in my finite mind, I see loosing a child as just that... a loss. BUT, through God's loving goodness, I can see my child as a gift. A gift that has drawn me closer...
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Man of Sorrows...
This week has been a rough week for some of my closest friends. I hurt for them in deepest parts of my soul. So, I chose to study this particular Glory of Christ for this weekend.Man of Sorrows... Bittersweet beautiful.Here is an article that I thought I would add to my own current thoughts.Written by: Ray C. StedmanHe was truly "a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief." There is no record in Scripture that Jesus ever laughed. I think he did laugh, for you cannot read some of his parables,...
Monday, November 23, 2009
He is...
Yesterday, Pastor Trey (along with several others), shared a reading type performance for us. It was beautiful. Very different than what our normal service is like, and somewhat on the dramatic flare, but impacting to my heart. The reading was based on the Glories of Christ, taken from the John MacArthur NKJV study Bible. I have been desiring to start a study on the Glories of Christ for the Christmas season. This reading helped me kick it in gear! So, I am posting the original list on here,...
Friday, November 6, 2009
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
A Thousand Songs
Lord, You’re calling me to comeAnd behold the wondrous crossTo explore the depths of graceThat came to me at such a costWhere Your boundless loveConquered my boundless sinAnd mercy’s arms were opened wide My heart is filled with a thousand songsProclaiming the glories of CalvaryWith every breath, Lord how I longTo sing of Jesus who died for meLord, take me deeperInto the glories of Calvary Sinners find eternal joyIn the triumph of Your woundsBy our Savior’s crimson flowHoly wrath has been removedAnd...
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Unconditional Love
Isn't it cool how dogs love you unconditionally. Do you think this is why they are man's best frie...
WILD THINGS
On Friday night we met up with Mom and Dad ShawAnd saw "Where the Wild Things Are."Of course there was Max and a whole slew of Beast,Somewhat disappointing to say the leastBut, we got these cool crowns, wore very few frownsAnd made a good memory togeth...
Can You Say Iconic?
Pure Yumminess and Quite Iconic. Individual Apple Pies. Made in Apple Dishes.On an American Flag Plate.Does life get any better than th...
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Michigan Trip...
We had an awesome time in Michigan last weekend. It is a beautiful area and we really loved the people too. Still praying about what God might have there.In the meantime, I thought I would share a few picts.They had a South Bend Chocolate Cafe. YUM... Notice that there is an apartment for rent above it! Wouldn't that be the best place ever to live?...
Abbie Won!
So, this is 1.5 weeks late. Sorry!BUT, Abbie won her fundraising contest for The American Girl Fashion Show!She was thrilled...here are some pictur...
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Some Pictures...
Not a ton, but I owe Lisa as I have still yet to get back with her! Hi Lisa...I love you!!!Pretty huh?Abbie and Isaac with their Miss JamieSweet Girls...kind of.Recently, my Grandma came up from Florida. We all went to The Ayres Tea Room for lunch. I remember going with my mom when I was a little girl. It is a VERY special tradition that true Indianapolis...
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
A long awaited update...
My life. It has been a very Busy. Blessed. Beautiful.Here is a quick...or not so quick update on our little family. Pictures will follow, but currently, I can not find my memory card. Is that really surprising??? So...here we go....Me:I have been enjoying a super sweet time with the Lord lately. Devotions, Prayer time, and Worship have been truly been the heartbeat of each day. I am thankful for the times like these. They pull you through the times when you are not as close as you should be. Know...
Welcome Sweet One...
My dear friend Niki--- Also known as The Snowman Lady---Also known to my munchkins as the McDonalds Lady-- Has some big news!She is in the process of adopting a beautiful little girl. Little girl was born today, and everything should signed by October 1st! Here is a link to her blog, if you would like to see some pictures:Mark and Niki's Family BlogPlease be praying with them for a quick next week and a half. It will be very hard for the birthparents over this week, and hard for Niki and Mark...
Thursday, September 17, 2009
A Dangerous Woman....
I came across an article on a book that I am interested in reading... and thought I would share it :) .Here is an excerpt from the book:A dangerous woman delves deeply into the truth of who she is, grounds herself daily in the healing and empowering love of God and radically engages with the needs of the world. Dangerous women cross lines of age, race and culture raising money, thinking creatively, taking risks, reinventing their lives, following their God-given dreams. Dangerous women; world...
Monday, September 14, 2009
Way to Go Abbie!!!
Abbie was chosen to be an American Girl model for a Fashion Show/Tea Party. The event is a fundraiser for the Junior League of Indianapolis.Abbie has decided to make a quilt for her fundraiser. She is "selling" quilt blocks for her friends and family to sponsor. Her quilt will be donated to the local Children's Wing of the Hospital, for a little girl.She is so excited about writing her adventures...and picked out quite the BOLD background for the blog. lol.Here is a link to her website if you interested...
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Wowsers...MIA lately!
We have been so so busy lately. I owe updates. I am sorry. ;) Lisa, pretty please forgive me. I promise that there will be a lengthy update with pictures...within the next few days. I have thought a lot about the fact that almost 2 months of our lives have now been left off of the blog. How sad. Must fix th...
Friday, August 28, 2009
To A Totally Sweet Aunt Niki---
Your kindness sent smiles spreading miles wide! Imagine the looks on a child's face when they open a package from IDAHO...and it has Happy Meal Toys in it! I told them both that you and Mark ate the kids meals to get them. Abbie said, "I bet that looked silly." LOL.... Thanks for being such a sweet Auntie.... Maybe you will go from "The Snowman Lady" to "The Happy Meal Lady". Which do you like bett...
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Totally Cool Happy Meal!
Mc D's is pairing up with American Girl!!!! Abbie is waiting for the 14th. Her goal is to collect all of the sets. We will see, as Happy Meals can get pricey...when you go that often...and you have to buy for both of them! We may actually just buy the toy this time. Did you know that you can do that for 1.50? Anyhow, here is the link for anyone...
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Our Business!
Our new coupon business is up and running now!We are so excited to see where God is going to lead with this. If you, or anyone you know, would like to host a class, let me know! I am willing to travel anywhere, and would love to meet up with you. :) Here is the link to The Savvy Stew...
Sunday, August 2, 2009
The Quotable Lewis...
I have fallen in love with C.S. Lewis quotes. For some reason, they speak to me. They reveal thoughts that have been hidden in my heart. I thought I would share a few of my favorites:---A man can no more diminish God's glory by refusing to worship Him than a lunatic can put out the sun by scribbling the word, 'darkness' on the walls of his cell. ---Courage is not simply one of the virtues, but the form of every virtue at the testing point. ---I gave in, and admitted that God was God. ---It is...
Thursday, July 16, 2009
The Faith of a Child...
"Dear God, Thank for this day. Thank you for my family. Thank you for my new puppy. Please help Daddy get a new job. And please let us move Virgingiga. Thank you. Amen." ---IsaacThe only reason that Isaac wants to move to Virgingiga, is because we informed him that it is close to the ocean...and they have snow. Oh, and it is close to Rex. Crazy boy. But you have to love how they pray so specifically for what they wa...
Monday, July 13, 2009
I NEED A NAME!!!!
I really really realllllyyyy need a name for my Coupon Class Business. If you have anything creative, please leave me a comment. I have been calling it "The Coupon Class" , which I actually like, but can't use b/c it is already being used.So...what are your ide...
My sinful kids.
A couple of weeks ago, I had a conversation with my littles. Abs and Isaac were talking amongst themselves in the backseat when one of them brought up SIN. dumdumdumduuuummmmm.I love these kind of talks. The ones where they ask a million and a half questions that are as far outfield as they can possibly be. For some reason, this conversation started with the question of, "Mom, have you ever lied?" WHAT? I then answered, "Well, yes I have. It is not a good thing to do, but Mommy has lied before."...
Monday, June 22, 2009
Without a Computer!
We have been without a computer for going on 2 weeks now. Just wanted to let you know, in case you needed me for something. What a bummer! Praying for the Computer Fairy to come by soon. l...
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Friday, June 5, 2009
Update to the amusing life of Annie Shaw...
I realized the other night that I had not given much of a REAL update on the blog. I try to do this occasionally, as I use my blog somewhat as a scrapbook. So, here you go...in case you care. Which, you may totally not care. If that is the case, you have my smiling permission to stop reading now, and go look at something really cool. :)Brian:Bri has...
Some Meijer Dealios for 6/7-6/13
Heads up that Printable in DB means that you can go to the Database at Hotcouponworld, and get a printable for that item. ;) Kings Hawaiian Bread 4pk .25SALE: 10/10MQ: .75 off 1 printable in DB Mealbox Q: Catalina: (if any)Doubles: N/ACountry Crock .30 or 2.70 MM wyb 12SALE: 10/10MQ: .35/1 5/17 RPMealbox Q: 1.00/2Catalina: (if any)Doubles: yes up to .50Del Monte Naturals Cups 1.00/2SALE: 10/10MQ: 1.00/2 Printable in DBMealbox Q: Catalina: (if any)Doubles: N/AAquafresh .25SALE: 10/10MQ: .75...
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Attention All K-Mart Shoppers...
(image from wordpress.com)Lol---Ok, so I actually do say that phrase in real life. Probably one time a week. hehehe...There will be double dollar days at K-Mart starting on Sunday, June 7th! YIPPPPEEE...The dealio: You can only do 10 coupons a day. Double up to 2.00. So, take those hubbies with y...
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Lightning Bugs and Summer Nights...
Do you remember when life was filled with sweet summer nights. Playing barefoot in the grass. Running wildly, while you tried to catch that impossible firefly -aka lightning bug- that kept flying too high for you to catch? Tonight...we saw the essence of summer. The first lightning bugs. Every year, when these amazing little creatures make their...
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Last Chance Matilda...
(Ok...the Matilda was for Sunny-O if she is reading this...Abbie is now saying that too.)You have less than 5 days to register for the upcoming coupon classes at Faith Community Center! Classes start on June 1st 6:30-8:00 pm, and will last for 4 weeks. I am AMAZED that there are over 225 people registered for this! What an awesome outreach.Wowsers.If you would like to register, shoot out an email to:thecouponclass@hotmail.comIf you would like to host a coupon class in your area, I would love...
Kraft Coupons Round 2
Did you miss out on the first round of the Kraft coupons? Or, do you just want to print out one more set---LEGALLY???? Here is a new link to get those great Kraft coupons that everyone is buzzing about. lol Ok, so that totally sounded like I work for Kraft, huh?Here is the linky doo...Smart Source Kraft Coup...
Saturday, May 23, 2009
I want to be like Kelly when I grow up...
My sweet friend Kelly recently wrote a blog about how she jokingly/lovingly wants to be like me, because of coupons. Honestly, it made my whole week. I think I have discovered that words of affirmation are my love language. lolAnyhow...tonight, Kelly is making a sacrifice that I am not sure I could make. Her hubby is overseas, protecting our country....
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Tonight, I will Hold them Tighter...
Love them Deeper. Pray for them Fervently. And ...TEACH THEM OF CHRIST! Today, I am heavy hearted. Our church family has experienced a deep tragedy, one that no one should ever have to face. On Friday night, 3 out of the 4 members of the Wagoner family, lost their lives in a house fire. The Wagoners were special to our family. Brian and Leah...
Thursday, May 14, 2009
WOW--WEDNESDAY-- YUMMIES!!!!
So, Because Arby's is filled with smart people...They are putting on a Summer of Savings! Every Wednesday, there will be a new deal to be had. Here is the schedule. (Thanks to HCW!)May 13th - Free Roastburger with any soft drink purchaseMay 20th - Free Chocolate Malt Swirl shake with any sandwich purchaseMay 27th - Free Regular Roast Beef sandwich...
Monday, May 11, 2009
Random Monday Matchups....
Since I have a new class of couponers coming in, I thought I would do a Monday Matchup for you!If you have any questions concerning the wording or anything else, please leave a comment here, and I will answer it! Happy Couponing!Check out THIS WEBSITE for some GREAT Kraft coupons that will go with these sales as well!Meijer:Kraft Mayo or Miracle Whip--- FREESale: 2/4MeijerMealbox: 1.00/1MQ: 1.00/1 4/26/09 SSOscar Mayer Hot Dogs---- .25 each wyb 2Sale: 1.25MeijerMealbox: 1.00/2MQ: 1.00/2 ...
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
GET YA SOME GOODNESS!
Check out the FREE KFC Grilled Chicken here... And hurry!!! Offer ends tonight! Oprah's FREE ...
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