At the start of this past summer season, I set out on a mission to inflate all the pool floats. In years’ past I would neglect this job, and I did not want to make that same mistake again. Before,... Continue Reading →
...my husband, Brandon, seeing my statue-like-state, came over and asked me if I wanted him to go first. Yep, that was exactly what I needed. Someone to go ahead of me, to step first into the area, to make a path for my feet to follow, a focal point to keep my eyes on, instead of the fear gripping me in place....
This post is by my friend, Beth, and is the first ever guest blogger here! Beth and I met in college at The University of Georgia. She is married, and has two children, Noah and Hope. Below is a story she shared on her Facebook page and it resonated with me in such a big way. I loved the simplicity of the message, the photos, and that it was a message taught by children......
Several weekends ago, when our local school system had their winter break, we went camping with another family...
I am a wall calendar kind of girl. Each year, I love picking out my next wall calendar and deciding what theme it will be. This year, as I had both calendars sprawled out on the kitchen island, perched on a bar stool transferring the dates and events...
In those times where even my best efforts do not affect the outcome, or when there is nothing I can physically do to make things better, there is Jesus. Throughout these past weeks, Jesus found his way to me, as he has proven himself faithful to do over and over.
The church I attend is multi-generational, which I love. Since we do not live near family, it is wonderful to have people in my life who are like my very own grandparents I can see at church each week, sometimes... Continue Reading →
Have you ever ordered a smoothie from one of those smoothie places? I've splurged every now and then treating myself to one of those concocted-cups-of-goodness. Each time, I've felt so empowered when I order...
Taking care of someone is a special job. It's a job that requires self-sacrifice, patience, strength, and endurance. It's also a job in which there is VERY good company...if you've spent anytime reading this blog, I'll bet you know the... Continue Reading →
Loved Fiercely---Carly Van Laar 
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