photo credit: Why do you run? I get asked quite often this question. I have lots of reasons why, which some have changed as life has changed… It makes me a better wife and mother. It is time for me to clear my head. To be alone. To listen to Him and talk to Him […]
We were created by God to be inhabited by His Spirit. We were not created to be empty. The vacuum in every human life does not yearn to be fixed. It yearns to be filled. -Beth Moore I pray, Lord, that you would grant us, according to the riches of Your glory, to be strengthened […]
have you ever… felt overwhelmed by life? felt amazed how fast the weekends go and then it’s actually Monday again? experienced how fast the weeks go, that you just aren’t quite ready for a new one start? just wanted to forget the to do list, the cleaning list, the long list of emails and phone […]
Each and every morning I sit down at my desk and look at my computer. Right beneath the screen are these words on a little card. I got this from a bible study I did a couple years ago. Each little gem represents one of the kids. I read these words every morning with hope […]
Our 6 year old. You are smart, sometimes beyond your 6 year old mind. You are independent, passionate, strong willed, desire fairness in all things. You are funny, have the best laugh, you light up a room, draw people in. You are friendly and kind to others. You are a leader, encourager and learner. You […]
Once again I’m trying to find balance and routine as life continues to move on and change. Our weeks look a little different now with Mason in school. And to be honest this little four legged friend, named Obie has caused a little shift in my schedule as well. How and where do I spend […]
With Mason being in school I have a lot of extra one on two time with the girls. Just in the two weeks of school being in we’ve already shared some really special times together. Here is what I am loving most about them right now. Their amazing sense of fashion. Well, okay maybe it’s […]
(my husband took this awesome photo on his sf trip this past weekend. sweet, huh? the boy has hidden talent everywhere. ) ~~~~~~ I was challenged by these words today. Can’t get them out of my head. to be clear-headed disciplined for prayer keep my love for others at full strength This is it. In […]
I’ve been working on memorizing Psalm 143 with others at Do Not Depart. Oh what a challenge it is. But a good one! I’m a little behind but I’m pushing my way through and really enjoying it. This verse gave me a breath of fresh air and encouragement to start my day on the right […]
I came across this recipe for chocolate chip scones. I wanted to make them this morning before Brian left for a trip. I took them out of the oven right before we said goodbye. Oh my goodness! What amazingness we enjoyed! Such a simple recipe. One that Brian has already asked I make weekly. Well…I […]