Julie Lyles Carr

The pyrotechnics, they were a’flyin’ last night. Much to the delight of 8 of 8, who truly thought he was in a Buzz Lightyear wonderland of explosions and colors and sound. We sat out on the driveway, the kids dancing with sparklers, gorgeous firework displays lighting up the sky. Neighbors came out on their porches and drives to participate in…
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But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. I Peter 2:9 After 17 days of writing and 4 days of dialog and discussion, the Declaration of Independence was accepted by the Continental Congress…
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~One of 2 of 8’s Favorite Places~ ~the red swing at the cabin on Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees~ ~Oklahoma~ Sat, 03 Jul 2010 09:59:00 +0000julielylescarr

We’ve been enjoying the occassional downpour in the midst of cloudy, cooler days. It’s been a welcome break from the heat. Although some Octa-kids are getting a little stir crazy. I’ve been plowing through some household projects which have needed my attention. The phrase ‘plowing through’ makes it sound as if I have taken several of these projects to completion….
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We’re grateful Hurricane Alex came ashore with far less bravado than had been anticipated. And we’re also grateful that he brought some much needed rain with him. 6 and 8 of 8 couldn’t resist splashing in the puddles yesterday. And may I just say, it takes a real man to rock the Buzzlight Year Underwear/Pink Daisy Rainboot look… 8 of…
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