At the suggestion of a friend, I just started watching Army Wives. I really didn't need another show to watch. I'm good with just Parenthood. I love the story lines, even when they make me cringe. um, hello Julia? What are you doing?! I'm only a dozen-ish episodes in on Army Wives (watching on ...
Devoted December: Kick Off
Welcome! Thank you for stopping by. Would you join me for Devoted December? This picture represents where I will be devoting my time this December: Jesus (He is the reason for the season). Celebrating Advent. My family. That beautiful advent tree is a handmade gift our family just ...
Christmas Revolution
Within our little family we had a Christmas Revolution a few years ago, and it has produced a multitude of blessings. Here are a few, just off the top of my head. I know there are so many more. Fewer toys to trip over on the floor Less hollering at the kids to clean up those same toys- ...
The Pain Inside
10 days ago I was helping my husband and my brother get a massive lawn mower loaded on to a trailer. When I say massive, I mean massive. It was heavy and we were pushing with all our might. Some how, in the shuffle of getting it up there it got turned funny (this was probably my fault) and we had ...
A Season For Giving
Here in Iowa we are now in the season of fall. The colors of the leaves on the trees are absolutely beautiful here. The temps are cooler, and judging by the 2 blankets on my bed last night, It's clear the seasons have definitely changed But this is fall, not winter. . And surely not Christmas, ...
Worry Not.
“It’s not only wrong to worry, it’s infidelity. Because worrying means we don’t think God can look after the practical details of our lives, and it’s never anything else that worries us.” These are the words from a blogpost I just read. I clicked on it from Facebook, because I saw a beautiful ...
What to wear?
http://bible.us/116/col3.12.nlt Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. I must remember this: As I complement a friend on a materialistic accessory... As I look at my closet & realize, ...
Joy Dare
Sometimes when things in life make me step outside my comfort zone it's hard for me to find joy, in the midst of my insecurities. Things around here have been past uncomfortable. Without boring you with details I will just say I'm reminded of wise words from two dear friends. The first one taught ...
My Fears Through Pregnancy, Labor, Delivery and Recovery.
Fear. It's been a year since I found out I was expecting our 3rd baby. We tried, cried, and prayed for this baby for y.e.a.r.s. Each time a friend would get pregnant while we were trying to conceive I would feel joy for them, but not as much as the sadness I felt for myself. Believe me when I say ...
My Daddy
Matthew 14:27 Says: But Jesus immediately said to them: "Take courage! It is I. Don't be afraid." This is the peanut meeting grandpa. What I describe below is just about the same- Just 5 years older, different kid, and unable to pull up easily on the computer. ;) That's how I feel when a ...
Happy 3 Months Baby!
Happy 3 months BABY! And I mean it, it has been a happy, joyful, journey! There have been tough times, but many more happy moments than sad. & knowing that babyhood passes all too quickly, I choose to celebrate the happy. At one of the first MOPS meetings I attended 5 yrs ago I first heard the ...
Perspective: From the eyes of a 9 year old
MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND: I had the best, easiest, relaxing weekend in as long as I can remember. My husband drove us 2 hours away to satisfy a pregnancy craving for Fazzoli's, bless his heart. The day before that I had brought home a broken, old wooden rocker that I picked up off of city wide garbage ...
Verse of the day, from BibleGateway.com
“You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for ...
Monday Madness: Be Courageous
Monday Madness As if Mondays aren’t busy enough, let me add one more thing for you to consider adding to your “to-do” list. “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:9 If you chose to believe this with ...
Monday Madness: Visit Your Local Library
Monday Madness As if Mondays aren’t busy enough, let me add one more thing for you to consider adding to your “to-do” list. Take time this week to visit your local library. If you don’t have a library card, sign up for one. If you enjoy your visit make a plan to go back the next week ...
They Don’t Need Me
I use to work in a pizza place all through high school. One of the guys I worked with said something to me that, I've thought about it often. I don't remember what day of the week it was, but it was getting busy and he was sitting in a booth reading the local newspaper. From behind the counter in ...
There’s an App For That
I've had my smartphone for a good part of the year now. There are so many great apps, from educational, to games, to organizational. My most loved app is the Bible. I still much prefer my real bible, however I love the feature of listening to the scripture. Last night before ...
Learning something new.
My friend Jennifer came over last weekend and taught me how to knit. I'm thankful for this new activity, & getting to spend time with her. I'm not sure if it is something I will keep up, but it has been fun to try. As I struggled with how to hold the needles and where to put the yarn, I realized ...
My Friday Thoughts
Here is what is on my mind: Visiting a Farmers Market tomorrow with my little family & my fun niece. I'm feeling content with the stage the basement is at. I'm thrilled with being able to actually go down there and use the space! LOVE that the kids have their own hang out to explore, be ...
Inspiration
Have I ever told you what inspired me to start being better? It was a book I bought on a whim for a buck at Dollar Tree in the Mall of America. Yes, I went all the way to the MOA and still shopped at Dollar Tree... What can I say, I LOVE that place. So, this book is titled: 1,000 Ways to Be a ...
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