The Lloyd family consist of David, Donna, Caleb and Madilyn. We are just like any other family and are trying to make the most of our lives. The post found within this section are about our everyday life from my point of view and maybe an occasional musing from David.
Success in marriage does not come merely through finding the right mate, but through being the right mate. ~Barnett R. Brickner
Twenty-four years is a long time to be married. It is a long time to be with any one person. I credit our success to God and our connection with one another. (more…)
When David and I married we did not have much money. We were full time college students with low paying jobs. We found a little one bedroom apartment that fit our budget, but it also shared a back yard with the projects. (more…)
During our early weeks and months together we had very little money. Little money meant most of our dates consisted of walking around the campus, hanging out in the student center or hanging out in the lobby of Ellis Hall. (more…)
Get ready for some mushy sweet post. Welcome to the “Week of Love.” In just a few short days David and I will celebrate 24 years of marriage. Over the course of the next week I will be sharing stories about us, our relationship, and how we have managed to keep it all together during the course of the last 24 years. (more…)
Even though no one can really define what a “normal life” is I think we all strive to be normal. We all define normal in our own way to fit our own unique circumstances. For the past few months our normal been disrupted and it is driving me nuts. I feel like I am chasing it, but can never catch up to it. (more…)
Most people don’t know…. (more…)
Wow it is already April. Time is just passing quicker than I realize. This year is already 1/4 of the way over. At times I feel like I have accomplished nothing this years and other times I feel like I am doing pretty good this year. (more…)
What a beautiful week we were gifted with. I am so excited that today is the start of our spring break. (more…)
Spring has arrived. I am so glad we have light longer at night. We have enjoyed being able to play outside once we arrive home in the afternoons. This week was much better than last week. (more…)
The first official day of spring is almost here. Spring is one of my favorite seasons. It is so full of vibrant colors and the temperatures are perfect for me. The signs of spring are all around. (more…)