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I don’t want to be naïve about the longterm impacts this virus could have on many, many people for many, many years: physical, economic, social, political, etc. I have concerns about what this will look like for my family, however, I am trusting in God and leaning on His promise that He will never leave me or forsake me (Deut 31:6). I am trusting His word, and, in the faithfulness, He has shown in all times, good and bad. I’m trying to take this time to learn how to better abide in God and His word. I am appreciative for the time with my precious family. I am doing more projects around the home, cooking more, the grout on my bathtub is even spotless, I’m sitting on the front porch enjoying nature more often, reading, writing, pursuing creative interests. I’m also praying for an end to the virus, but thankful for the silver linings I am becoming more aware of every day!
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AUSTIN — Texas is more invested every day in promoting increased and thorough hand washing, disinfecting surfaces and social distancing to reduce cases of the rapidly spreading novel coronavirus, COVID-19.
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In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic schools are doing their part to ensure students are still fed and educated. Schools are dispersing meals and instructional packets, so students can continue to learn. Many teachers are also calling students or sending videos to wish them well during this trying time.
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During the closure of schools due to COVID-19, districts continue to find innovative ways to connect with students. Local school districts are engaging with students through interactive learning. Students are given new tasks by their schools, teachers etc., that allow them to post photos of themselves reading and doing a variety of other educational tasks.
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Michael J. Fox once said “Family is not an important thing, it’s everything.” For the Garcia family they now have everything. James and Lacey officially welcomed five-year old Augustus James, better known as Auggie to their family with an official court adoption and name change Monday, March 23. Auggie has been with the Garcia family since December 2018, and they were awarded custody March 29, 2019. Auggie selected his own name incorporating his Papi (grandpa) Gus’s name and his dad James’ name. “James and I can’t put into words what this child means to us,” said proud mother Lacey. “We know everyone says he is a lucky boy, but we are the lucky ones . He has blessed us so much.”
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