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And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord! Luke 8:2-11
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A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS to you and yours! 🥰
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[Sheep ranching has a long history here in Idaho. I was driving home in late November and saw this flock of sheep out grazing, removing the last remnants from the harvested field. I quickly drove home, literally ran in the house, grabbed my Nikon and quickly drove back before the fog cleared to shoot this. The rancher was out in the field with his herding dog and saw me trying to get the shot and nodded his approval for the shot and my appreciation for his flock.] 🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑
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For a great history lesson and fascinating read on Idaho sheep ranching: https://idrange.org/range-stories/southwest-idaho/frank-shirts-a-year-in-the-life-of-raising-sheep/

Merriest of Christmas Eve Eve from the Boyle family. We braved this crazy winter weather to partake of my favorite Christmas tradition. Honoring our Lord and Savior at the Christmas Eve candle lighting service at our church
Always makes me cry. 🥹
I am so very blessed to have all the kids here together for Christmas. It’s every mommas Christmas wish! 🥰

“Horses change lives. They give out young people confidence and self-esteem. They provide peace and tranquility to troubled souls, they give us hope.” — Toni Robinson
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“I am still under the impression that there is nothing alive quite so beautiful as a horse.” – John Galsworthy
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I have learned to awe at the majesty and intelligence of a horse. Where there once was fear (I admit it!) now there is admiration and appreciation. Can't wait for more horse sessions! 🐴🤎
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"Birth takes a woman's deepest fears about herself, and shows her that she is stronger than them."
Unknown
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"You knit me together in my mother's womb, I am fearfully and wonderfully made." Psalm 139
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I can't believe you just welcomed your second little one! How does time fly so fast? Congratulations! Such a beautiful mama! again 💝

“Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak. Courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.”
–Winston Churchill
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Fabulous classic black and white of .forrestt who is currently serving and training as a missionary with Youth With A Mission in Kona, HI. A man with a big heart for God and his family.
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"Be very careful about what you think, your thoughts run your life." Proverbs 4:23