Category Archives: Apartment living

Packing up, cleaning out, giving away, selling…

Posted on 24 May 2012 by

That’s what I’m doing a lot of at the moment. And I’m seriously worried about this 4 suitcase limit. I’m just praying that our rental car can fit more than that because just our family’s clothing takes up 3 suitcases! … Continue reading →

Posted in Apartment living, Friends, NYC, Updates | 2 Comments

Getting excited about Christmas

Posted on 12 December 2011 by

I love the month of December here in New York — I think it’s even my favourite time of the year, even better than beautiful spring-time April. It’s cold, but everyone seems to be in good spirits (as opposed to … Continue reading →

Posted in Apartment living, Being creative, Christmas, Family, NYC | 2 Comments

Thanksgiving yumminess

Posted on 28 November 2011 by

Well, Thanksgiving came and went, and we had a lovely day. It was great to have a bonus day where Ben had the day off, and we enjoyed getting to know a friend from church a bit better. One of … Continue reading →

Posted in Apartment living, Family, Food, Hospitality, Recipes | 9 Comments

Another beautiful zinnia

Posted on 25 July 2011 by

It boggles my mind that God would put such intricate beauty into a simple flower… layer upon layer, curly baby petals… in a pot I too often forget to water. But then again, it really shouldn’t surprise me.

Posted in Apartment living, Meditations, Photography | 1 Comment