2.06.2011

my life....

never thought I would be here......with five children and one more on the way in a few weeks...

but I feel more like a woman today than ever before

my life......my kids......my loves......


it's hard not to reminisce at this time right before a new baby...but man alive do I love these people...


whether they are strapped to me for a day of hiking or gardening.... 


or running wild in the prairie... 

no matter what season...



or the number of serious school hours we put in...


or the number of art projects we create...


and all the birthdays we celebrate...


life is sweet.... 

and still adventurous... 

but always warming... 

thank you sweet husband for our "loves"

have a beautiful weekend.......

xo+blessings,

54 comments:

  1. What beautiful portraits of a happy, wholesome, growing family - you are doing something good there~

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  2. Anne Marie, your family is beautiful & so full of love. I love all those precious faces & will be anxious to see the 'new' one. How blessed you all are ...

    Have a beautiful PS weekend ~
    TTFN ~
    Marydon

    Giveaway ends Feb.11th

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  3. What a warm and cosy familly you have !!! looking verry happy all those pictures...ans are you expecting nr 6 ??? you must be very proud darling....love Ria.....xxx...

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  4. I loved looking at all your pictures! What a beautiful family photo's those last two were. I am fairly new to blogging and am drooling over your "event" coming up this spring, I can't wait to see all of those pictures! Have a blessed day...

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  5. Thank you for making me smile today. What a beautiful, happy family you have. And one more on the way....you are blessed!

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  6. You have such a beautiful family Anne Marie. Enjoy every moment with them as, they grow up so fast.
    Enjoy your Sunday. XXXX

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  7. Such a lovely family! God Bless you all!
    Theresa
    aka:tot

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  8. Ann Marie, this is a beautiful post. Your family is so beautiful, and so happy. It comes out of the photos. So many blessings. Have a beautiful day.

    Angie @ Linen + Verbena

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  9. what a sweet post. you are so lucky. you have a beautiful family.

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  10. Anne Marie... such a beautiful family. Your pictures brought smiles to my face. Congratulations on your newest addition (to come). Love reading your blog.
    xo, Amber

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  11. Lovely post. My favorite is at the fireplace.

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  12. so enjoyed looking at all your family pics, how lovely..
    congrats on no. 6- love them all outside.

    karen

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  13. Anne Marie,
    It has been awhile since I have come to visit... Oh my, you have done some beautiful posts here on this blog, but I do believe this one is my favorite. The love is flowing from the pictures, family is EVERYTHING! (Other than God of course!) I do know what you mean as far as feeling like a woman... to have your beautiful little ones by your side and being with child is such a fulfillment.
    God Bless You and Your Family.

    I will be praying for your upcoming birth. Breathe in those first newborn breaths, snuggle deeply.

    Carissa

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  14. look at those eyelashes in picture number one! they are all so adorable. can't believe you are that close to baby #6. you are amazing!

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  15. you have an absolutely gorgeous family! they are seem so happy...proof that you are a wonderful mother! 6? wow...i struggle with 1, but i think it's because i am a new mom ;)
    congratulations are your soon to be new arrival!

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  16. Anne Marie,
    You have the most beautiful family ever!!!!
    Truly life is a blessing.....loved your post today as it helps each and every one of us remember what is truly important and a blessing.
    THANK YOU FOR THAT!!!
    Amy (Mom to the Four Sisters)

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  17. your family is beautiful. best of luck with the impending arrival of #6.

    xo
    ~molly

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  18. What a beautiful family!! I am so excited for your newest little blessing:).

    ~Julia

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  19. I think I must bring baby and come to this upcoming event--!

    blessings for your sweet bebe #6's arrival.

    xo
    Kara

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  20. What a nice family. Thanks to give us the luck for life

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  21. Anne! You have a beautiful family! I can see all the love through the photos! Have a wonderful weekend love! Hug lulu

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  22. What a beautiful family you have! So happy and healthy looking!
    Smiles full of love!

    Life is good isn't it?!!

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  23. Cherish every minute...this was my family just a short 5-8yrs. ago...now they are leaving the nest and Oh how I miss them! ox

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  24. Ooh, I sure enjoyed your beautiful pics of your family!! Especially loved the kids running freely in the grass, all dressed up. Priceless!

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  25. What a lovely family and so much work! Ha! I have lost a blog and she is a friend of yours as she is at your sales. Her blog has a french name. Can you help me find it? My email is desanderson25@yahoo.com. Thank you so much.
    Dorothy

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  26. What a lovely family....so wonderful!
    Beautiful spirits!!!!
    Hugs,
    Margaret B

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  27. Your family is just beautiful, Anne Marie. Our children are treasures, aren't they? They are true gifts from God.

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  28. What a beautiful family you have. I never envisioned myself being mom to six either, but I wouldn't trade it for the world, and I couldn't do it without my dear husband either.
    Blessings,
    Marcia

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  29. You have a beautiful family. The photo of them running in the fields and your son dressed like a soldier is absolutely classic! Love it (I have two boys, myself)! Great post!

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  30. Your children and family are beautiful. You have been truly blessed by our loving God. Isn't it wonderful how He showers us with His abundant blessings through family. Thanks for sharing the pictures!
    Blessings,
    Marianne

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  31. How utterly charming. You could print that out and turn it into your card for valentine's day!
    Liz
    http://mylovelylittlelulu.blogspot.com/

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  32. What a beautiful Post from the Heart... the Love and closeness is evident in all of the photos... Congrats on Blessing #6!

    Dawn... The Bohemian

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  33. Beautiful pictures of a beautiful family..xx

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  34. Anne Marie, your family is absolutely gorgeous! What an exciting and loving life you all live. Just so inspiring and welcoming. Blessings to you as you get ready for number six :)
    Becky C

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  35. How utterly sweet + How utterly beautiful + How utterly blessed = your awesome family.

    LUVED this post, Anne-Marie... ♥

    Blessings to each and every one of you.

    xoxo laurie

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  36. I've always wanted to ask you how you came up with "Na-Da Farm", Anne-Marie. Would you be willing to share that? :)

    xoxo laurie

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  37. Your family just exudes warmth,love and joy....you guys must be doing something right!!! x0x0

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  38. I would say...you are blessed. And it only gets better with time.
    Beautiful post Anne Marie. Gorgeous family. Lucky woman!
    hugs to you...

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  39. Great memories...warm hearts, loving hands, gentle hearts...that's what families are made of...
    my favorite one is the black and white family picture ;)
    YOU ARE BLESSED

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  40. These family portraits are stunning Anne Marie, all happy, perky, bright eyed and beautiful.
    You must be getting so excited, all of you, for the arrival of number 6.
    We're all thinking of you
    Sharon
    xx

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  41. Incredible Family Photos!*!*! Makes me Smile... And THOSE GORGEOUS "Eye-Lashes"!!! Such Sweetness...
    Jeanine, ChiPPy!-SHaBBy!

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  42. Hi Laurie...

    I have talked about that in the past...I think on the barn post?? I'll do a little sidebar thing that links it when I get a chance...

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  43. What a beautiful family and heart that is bursting at the seams with love for your little ones & husband! Every time I read your blog, I have this impression that the phrase, "..my cup runneth over.." applies richly to the way you have embraced what God has entrusted you with -- and live life to the full! Well done, Anne Marie - you are a treasured woman and continual inspiration!!
    P.S. Love that pic of your kids running out to the prairie to play - and the bw family shot near the big fire place. All of these pictures are just lovely!!!

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  44. What a sweet and beautiful family your newest "love" will be born into!
    xo
    Jill

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  45. You have such a wonderful family. Your faces are all so beautiful. Can't wait to see the new little one! Have a safe and happy delivery!

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  46. Absolutely beautiful post Anne Marie!;) Your family is so darling. Hugs, Rachel

    French Farmhouse 425

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  47. I love your pictures! Oh your family is just the sweetest, thank you for sharing with us. Love ya Anne Marie!

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  48. Your family is just beautiful Anne Marie! Congratulations to you and your family as you await the arrival of your sweet little one.
    Debbie

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  49. Che bella famiglia, che belle foto, che bel blog! complimenti!
    mi dispiace solo che non so l'inglese : (

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  50. Oh Anne Marie, your family is so beautiful, your post is so touching, it makes me think of my family and what a blessing it is.
    You are such a fabulous example of what a mother should be!
    xo,
    LuLu

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  51. Such a dreamy and happy life! Your family is absolutely gorgeous and congrats again on the "coming addition" :)

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  52. Six is a very special number. I too have six children. We are very lucky. Good Luck with your upcoming new addtion.

    http://sunflowerfarm.blogspot.com

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  53. Breath in these last moments of being pregnant. I loved being pregnant and feeling that little one moving around....but nothing beat meeting them in person!! This baby is entering one of the sweetest families we know. Can't wait to meet little Jeanne:-)

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