Sunday, December 30, 2018

2053-2060

2053. they had to leave a little early. a much needed blessing in disguise

2054. gigantic mason jars filled with lemons, cucumbers, ginger and water.

2055. this very blog, a reminder to give thanks continually, counting gifts, combating entitlement and discontent with a spiritual act of thanksgiving

2056. good old fashioned heart to hearts on the old fashioned phone. a reminder that i matter to her and she matters to me

2056. lots and lots of sister and mom and cousin time this season. it's fun to be home for Christmas.

2057. tickets have been purchased for the long awaited United Arab Emirates! i can not wait!

2058. thankful for a renewed united front concerning the budget. we are on the same page, both have a desire to save and refrain together, and build, invest, plan, and dream about the future. together. 

2059. thankful and relieved the Christmas eve service went well, by God's grace and mercy. 

2060. news of new life brewing inside a womb. overflowing with joy for this new mom. 


Monday, March 26, 2018

2046-2052

2046. unplugged time. an examination of the heart, open handed and a softness towards correction. i am willing. and thankful to learn in the process.

2047. baby cheeks, baby smiles, baby giggles. a joyful baby boy who is healthy and strong.

2048. a few months a way from brand new contacts and glasses! thankful for a working eye.

2049. rhythm and grace. 

2050. a steadfast husband. he is truly the kindest, most gentlest, most compassionate man. brimming with humility. thoughtfulness. so unselfish. i can not, will not, get over it. undeserved.

2051. soft talks with mother in law that only benefit, rather than slide us further backwards. encouraged more so than i have been in a long time.

2052. tiny demitasse cups and teeny tiny spoons to match.

Friday, March 23, 2018

2043 - 2045

2043  thursday night small group. shared hunger to know God's words and to pursue Him together.  grace for my weaknesses, genuine concern for one another's burdens and the ability to celebrate together

2044  a healthy work environment with people who seek humility and exude joy. grateful for all of the laughter and side heart-conversations

2045  admiration for a life and heart with so much integrity. assertive + vulnerable + kind, patient + wise + strong. i'm humbled that i can have this time to learn with wide-eyes that God has reserved those like-minded people, and they're worth waiting for.