All posts tagged: thoughts

go. sit. listen.

tonight the kids prayed for/thanked God for: my Jesus my country my shower that no one would have boo boos that my sisters would pray to have Jesus in their heart like me for other people who know Jesus all over the world like Africa and North Carolina for our new house ok aside from […]

the battle is on

Mason made an elaborate battle scene today on the coffee table. Looking at it I was reminded of the battle that we endure every day. The battle for our minds, our hearts, our time, our energy. This battle can wear you down quickly, especially if you go about it alone. There are days I chose […]

In Due Time

Father, help me to humble myself under Your mighty hand, that You may lift me up in due time. 1 Peter 5:6 This verse has been my focus lately. I repeat it to myself often throughout the day. There are numerous times in the day when pride gets in the way and I need a […]

Doing life every which way.

We moved from our home about 6 weeks ago. I can’t believe it’s been that long! We settled into life pretty quickly in Ohio with my family. We found a routine that works for us, at least for the summer. Then Brian and I left for Jamaica and the kids stayed with my mom and […]

How?

How do you move forward when there’s so much you just don’t want to let go of? How do let your son feel sad from missing his friends but help him love forward even when you are feeling the same way? How do you let your self rest and enjoy this break we’ve been given […]

Making a U-turn

I was raised on the other side of the country. I did life there for 23 years and I loved it. Then I moved to Southern California, the other side of earth. Atleast it felt like it at the time. It took me awhile to adjust to California life, especially Southern California life. But I […]

Savor.

Savor. That has been our word since we officially made the decision to move to Indy. Savor our favorite moments that define “home” as we know it now. Savor the routines that are so familiar and loved. Savor our favorite spots downtown. Savor that the candy store owners and bakery/cafe owners know us. Savor the […]

Joy.

Joy. What Mason felt as he climbed rocks and trees. As he explored, collected and threw rocks into the water. As he hiked the trails with Pa & Mommy. Joy. What Pa felt as he hiked with his grandson and daughter. As he climbed a tree and threw rocks. As he took in the beauty […]