There are times I try too hard with this blog. Ever so often, I'm given wonderful opportunities that help support my family or provide funds for adoption. But sometimes, I let those run away with my blog. I want to always remember why I began this blog. I want to...
Family
Grace undeserved
Grace - the unmerited favor my heart longs for. A few weeks ago, I had volunteered to bring a new mamma food one evening. I sat down at 6:30 pm on the couch, leaned back to relax, and then panicked. I realized I had completely forgotten. I quickly found her telephone...
Happy Thanksgiving!
Every year, my list continues to grow. My heart is overflowing. God has blessed our family beyond measure and we pray that we walk in His ways. Happy Thanksgiving! I thank my God every time I remember you. -Â Philippians 1:3
My boys and their football
All they want is to throw the ball a little. Every day. After school. Why do I resist? Why do I actually think that clean dishes are more important that these smiles? One day... I will become a brilliant mother who leaves the dishes in the sink without looking back....
All is Well
Last week, mamma was here. That means my laundry is caught up, my pantry is full, I had two naps, and my hairs are cut. I miss her already. (Would you do something for me? When she was here, she lost her wedding ring - the gold band. Would you pray that we find it? We...
Woody, Jessie, and their Bodyguard
I hope you all have a great day! A friend posted this on Facebook this morning. I didn't write it and we are not sure who the original author was. It's a good reminder for all of us. "Tonight, a lot of creatures will visit your door. Be open minded. The child who is...
Praying or talking to myself?
Have you ever heard a talk that moves you many times a day? This past Sunday, a question was asked - "when you pray, do you have a conversation? Do you talk and listen, like a real conversation? Or do you find yourself just talking to yourself after a while. I can...
Dominic’s Vocation
Two years ago I was in Texas for work and I had one night to spend with my dear college roommate, Kelly. I can remember clearly when she called and asked if we could spend our time together driving to the hospital to visit her brother, Mike. All I knew was that he and...
Youth Group
This year, our church began a middle school youth group program called 'The Edge'. The first night, we were hoping for about 15 6th-8th graders. We are averaging 50! Our dear friends, Shannon and Karen, are the youth group ministers. (Did I mention they are Riley's...
Because your pantry doesn’t have to be boring…
I like making areas pretty. When I have to spend a lot of time in a room, I love to make it something I will smile at. I love taking little nooks and crannies and hiding beauty. Because, why not? Right? I have to walk into the pantry at least five times a day - if not...