1829-1833

1829. A pocket of time during the day where only one babe is left and the two olders are out adventuring with grandparents. just enough time to get some quality soup* with my husband. MUCH NEEDED.  1830. Resting in my identity that is hidden in Christ. less anxiety and fear then before. I am HIS. and He is mine. Thanks be to God!! 1831. A wonderful evening out with couples just being adults;) 1832. Almost to a small season to just be a family again 1833. Figs. Dried cranberries. boiled eggs. crisp bacon. bleu cheese. toasted almonds and sesame seeds. dynamite salad.

1817-1827

1817. weeding out, flushing out, detoxing my spirit with unneeded anxieties, troubles, and just plain gunk that built up in my heart. God be praised for walking with me, reviving me, and redirecting me to Himself. 

1818. up to 2 liters of water every two days. i know i can do better, but i rejoice that i am drinking more water than i have and it has improved me in a lot of areas.

1819. one small week, yet cherished, to decompress in between visitors. 

1820. talk with Casey that was a blessing to share and listen, and God preparing both our hearts to allow us to be on the same page when stuff comes up. 

1821. a renewed walk and passion for the Lord and His Word. the joy of learning about Christ and His character. thankful for the ability to learn and grow.

1822. face times with goodies back home. friendships remain strong and immovable. if anything, growing by the minute. praise God for these gifts. 

1823. watching as my husband seeks God, reads his Bible, journals, enters into chaos and is wiling to share truth and wisdom. i am proud of him and he is the man i always dreamed of. [believe me, i know it sounds cheesy as f, but let me just have a squishy moment]

1824. long dusky evenings in Oxford. the sky still stays lit as the sun casts shadows on buildings and streets, people still out and about, there is a calm, relaxing atmosphere and i have really enjoyed it. 

1825. exploring little house projects that give me a small incentive to looking forward to going back to my home.

1826. just found out some unexpected visitors are coming and they want to see us! thankful that they would give us time..

1827. a new ginger beer infused with pear that i discovered at gourmet burger kitchen. perfect amount of spicy, sweet, and deep lush hints of pear. delicious. 

1802-1816.

1802. thunderstorm. strong winds. down pouring rain. puddles. gray skies.

1803. detox.

1804. learning to make healthier choices.

1805. first bike ride of the season w my sister.

1806. stairs stairs and more stairs. w Chelsea.

1807. friends who will cry in front of me and share their hurt and pain. it is a gift to know people deeply. and to be able to listen. 

1808. friends who listen to me vent and external process about lots of things. good and bad. and give me wise and life giving advice and encourage my heart.

1809. Sunday nights and all those who gather.

1810. FaceTime. to keep up with people far away.

1811. Elisabeth Elliot. can't get enough of her.

1812. a fire in the fireplace.

1813. learning how to forgive and the freedom that comes with it.

1814. a flourishing ministry to partner in under a humble, hardworking, genuine, and servant hearted leader, friend, and brother.

1815. health. no sickness or disease effecting my family this season. 

1816. hope for the future. things to look forward to. peace and joy.

1797-1801

1797. sunlight streaming through my window more often than not! what a glorious wake up call! 
1798. Tammy is coming in 3 days!! 
1799. time on my own to explore, relax, walk, and think 
1800. purposeful encouraging words. tyler told us as he was leaving, "i grew up with these christians in high school and i thought they were solid. and as we grew up, they got married in haste and ended up in divorce. my other two close friends ran off and entered into a homosexual lifestyle..it really gave me a black, darkened view of christianity and what i thought i was surrounding myself with, was lies. you and nathan have been such an encouragement to me. you are the first marriage i can look at and see Christ shining and is built on a solid foundation. you are an example to me of it working!" we were humbled and thankful by his gift of words. 
1801. a whole afternoon with just my husband, all the things i love to do with him-walk holding hands, sitting in coffee shops with wonderful conversation, shopping, sharing a delicious meal together, it was an amazing gift 

1791-1796

1791. a final talk with jeannie baby! how i missed her and longed to hear her voice 1792. opportunities to grow in humility where i might have thought i would already apply. turns out i had cobwebs of pride in those places, so praise Jesus he gives me many chances to remove the webs and clean them out with humility cleaner:) 1793. after loud mouth fights with my husband, a season to be soft with forgiveness and i'm sorry's 1794.  a quick chance to talk with the wise one, even if we missed our appointed time with him, he still gave some extra 1795. soft emerald drop earrings 1796. when i eat healthier and walk more, the structure of my face begins to tell me if there is progress 

1785.-1790

1785. purple smoothies laced with kale and blueberries 1786. finishing another book. i am wiser because of it.  1787. Worship Initiative by Shane and Shane playing over the Bose speaker. fills my walls with worship and spontaneous joy 1788. another visitor, pure hearts all around, another opportunity to serve, to love, to share a piece of home away from home 1789. forgiveness offered freely and quickly 1790. a healthy and strong marriage by His grace and strength alone, thanks be to God our Father, our Lord Jesus Christ

1775-1784

1775. 2 mile walks the last few days with the kids 1776. sun showing up more than he has in a bit. 1777. enjoying quality time with my children 1778. A week filled with grace and peace while nathan is away. 1779. Norah helping me with the dishes while I work on supper 1780. Writing more 1781. Reading more. inspired again 1782. Water with orange and mint 1783. good solid uplifting conversations with Hannah. learning and growing together 1784. Forgiveness brings lightness