Category Archives: Melody Moments

Organizing First Aid Supplies, Medicines and Supplements

Posted on November 2, 2012 by virginiaknowles

Dear friends, Falling off the shelves and scattered around the house – that’s the best way to describe the status of my health supplies this morning.  Something had to be done, especially since I had just replenished some of our … Continue reading →

Posted in Health, Homemaking, Kindness, Melody Moments, Organization | 5 Comments

All Saint’s Day and Quotes on Prayer

Posted on November 1, 2012 by virginiaknowles

My Little Explorer(Will she be a jungle missionary someday?) Happy All Saints Day, my friends! I ate leftovers for breakfast — leftover Reese’s peanut butter cups, M & M’s, Kit-Kats, Snickers…  Yes, we are recovering from a Halloween-induced sugar rush … Continue reading →

Posted in Grace, Jesus, Kindness, Melody Moments, Project 52, Quotes, Spiritual Warfare, Vintage, Weariness | 6 Comments

Melody-isms

Posted on June 19, 2012 by virginiaknowles

Mom: “Would you like some cuddle time, sweetie?”  Melody: “No, but I want some chocolate!”  Yes, she likes to eat. It’s a compliment from her to be compared to food. Melody: “Mommy, you’re my Cinnamon Donut Roll!” Mom: “You need to … Continue reading →

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Girls Just Wanna Have Fun!

Posted on March 14, 2012 by virginiaknowles

Heading out the door, my two youngest daughters and one of their best buddies (who is fortunately our next door neighbor) announced their intention to parade around the block wearing silly dress up clothes.  Never mind that they cut the … Continue reading →

Posted in Clothing, Family Fun, Joy, Melody Moments, Photography, Project 52 | 2 Comments

A Picnic on the Go, Flower Girl Dresses and Conversations Along the Way

Posted on July 21, 2011 by virginiaknowles

Dear friends, It was a Saturday morning and Mommy still wasn’t feeling 100% well after a bout with a head cold or flu or whatever kept her in bed for a couple of days.  But life goes on, doesn’t it? … Continue reading →

Posted in Clothing, Family Fun, Food, Melody Moments, Motherhood, Virginia | 1 Comment

K.I.S.S. Keep It Simple, Sweetie!

Posted on September 10, 2010 by virginiaknowles

Dear friends, It’s hard to believe it’s been one year (as of next week) that I started this Come Weary Moms blog!  My heart has always been to bring comfort and encouragement to moms, especially those who are struggling with … Continue reading →

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Simple Shoes?

Posted on April 2, 2010 by virginiaknowles

Dear moms, With a busy preschooler in the house, even the task of putting on my shoes becomes a little more complicated.Yes, my life is sometimes one tangled mess, thanks to Melody. Perhaps I should buy Velcro shoes for myself? Actually, … Continue reading →

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The Password of Praise

Posted on March 28, 2010 by virginiaknowles

Dear friends, I can’t resist sharing another Melody story that Joanna told me. Mischieveous big sister Lydia, 15, was teasing little Melody by blocking a doorway and telling her she couldn’t pass. Melody confidently looked up at her and defiantly retorted: “M. E. … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Books, Melody Moments, Motherhood, Music, Spiritual Warfare, Stress ~ Difficulty | 1 Comment

Mommy, Can I Help You?

Posted on March 27, 2010 by virginiaknowles

I’m tired from a long day.  I’m trying to wash a very full sinkload  of pots, pans, mixing bowls, cookie sheets. “Mommy, can I help you?” She nudges against me.  I sigh. There is no more room at the sink. I don’t want a … Continue reading →

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