Returning home from a visit with a friend, my 6 yr old (who should have been asleep) finds me and asks me to come lay with him. He returns a little while later saying , "come on Momma. I have a pillow laid out for you so your head with be cozy. I even laid it straight for you. Will you come lay with me now?" How can I resist that.
Boxes were delivered today with shoes for the boys and slippers for the youngest. After trying them all on, my middle son ran through the house urging them all to get their slippers on and they could be "slipper buddies". So funny!
The sounds of the Mr. Magoo Christmas Carol today. What a fun way to study a little Charles Dickens.
Excited talking about our trip to Ohio, the cold weather, whether it will snow and Christmastime in general.
We are a hub of activity here.
Praying you are enjoying the celebrations of the season and the joy of Celebrating the birth of the King. Merry Christmas!!
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Looking forward to eternity...
I wish that I could say that I always am looking forward to eternity. In this busy world with responsiblities galore, I sometimes see it as more of an escape than the reality of a life spent worshipping the King.
My youngest son (6) recently prayed to ask Jesus to live in his heart and be his Savior. What a complete joy that is! Knowing that he made that decision on his own with conviction from the Holy Spirit. Wow!! How amazing that my husband was the one who prayed with him and that I had the fun of celebrating with him.
Now, I'm seeing the fruits of that decision. He has a real interest in eternity. Several days ago, he was asking us what heaven would be like. We told him we weren't sure and asked what he thought. He went on to share that he believed that God was setting up a house for he and his mom, dad, and brothers to live in and spend forever together in. I can't argue with that.
Today, he was asking if children can die and go to heaven. I explained that yes, they can. His sister, Abigail, died as a baby and now spends each day with Jesus. My sweet boy then asked, " when I get to heaven, will Abby be my sister again?" I explained that she was his sister here but when he gets to heaven, he'll get to meet her and she will indeed be his sister again. He went on to describe the number of people he couldn't wait to meet or see in heaven.
Once again, I find myself needing to take notes on how to live from my kids. My son is thoroughly enjoying being 6 and all that goes with it, however, he also has an eye on eternity and is waiting for it expectantly and excitedly.
Thank you God for the wise words that come from the mouths of my children. I am truly blessed.
My youngest son (6) recently prayed to ask Jesus to live in his heart and be his Savior. What a complete joy that is! Knowing that he made that decision on his own with conviction from the Holy Spirit. Wow!! How amazing that my husband was the one who prayed with him and that I had the fun of celebrating with him.
Now, I'm seeing the fruits of that decision. He has a real interest in eternity. Several days ago, he was asking us what heaven would be like. We told him we weren't sure and asked what he thought. He went on to share that he believed that God was setting up a house for he and his mom, dad, and brothers to live in and spend forever together in. I can't argue with that.
Today, he was asking if children can die and go to heaven. I explained that yes, they can. His sister, Abigail, died as a baby and now spends each day with Jesus. My sweet boy then asked, " when I get to heaven, will Abby be my sister again?" I explained that she was his sister here but when he gets to heaven, he'll get to meet her and she will indeed be his sister again. He went on to describe the number of people he couldn't wait to meet or see in heaven.
Once again, I find myself needing to take notes on how to live from my kids. My son is thoroughly enjoying being 6 and all that goes with it, however, he also has an eye on eternity and is waiting for it expectantly and excitedly.
Thank you God for the wise words that come from the mouths of my children. I am truly blessed.
Sunday, November 1, 2009
The Mom Heart Conference is coming.....
To Dallas in February 2010!!
This conference is a fantastic way to get encouragement in your walk as a mom, homeschooler, wife and daughter of the King!
I have attended this conference the past 3 years and I never fail to leave feeling as though I'm ready to tackle the hurdles I face, and ready to seek God in my homeschooling, mothering and in my relationship with my husband.
Here's a link for the pages pertaining to the Dallas event
http://www.wholeheart.org/wheventdetail.php?eventid=34
I hope to see you there!!
This conference is a fantastic way to get encouragement in your walk as a mom, homeschooler, wife and daughter of the King!
I have attended this conference the past 3 years and I never fail to leave feeling as though I'm ready to tackle the hurdles I face, and ready to seek God in my homeschooling, mothering and in my relationship with my husband.
Here's a link for the pages pertaining to the Dallas event
http://www.wholeheart.org/wheventdetail.php?eventid=34
I hope to see you there!!
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Thoughts of Thankfulness...
Fall has blown in so quickly and time seems to be going with it so today, I'm stopping to think about what I'm thankful for.
the sweet words of my 6 yr old as he ponders what heaven will be like, the knowledge that that same 6 year old has chosen to follow Jesus.
The awesome responsiblity and joy that comes from homeschooling my boys.
My sweet 8 year old who requested his own devotion book
Watching that boy read his book, get excited by the message and discuss it with his dad (who has also read the devotion)
Planning for a trip at Christmas to visit family and the hopes for snow.
Beautiful changing leaves that can't help but point to a God who loves beauty and who showers us with His beauty!
Fantastic moments of worship throughout the day. A God who loves me!
There is much to be thankful for. What are you thankful for today?
the sweet words of my 6 yr old as he ponders what heaven will be like, the knowledge that that same 6 year old has chosen to follow Jesus.
The awesome responsiblity and joy that comes from homeschooling my boys.
My sweet 8 year old who requested his own devotion book
Watching that boy read his book, get excited by the message and discuss it with his dad (who has also read the devotion)
Planning for a trip at Christmas to visit family and the hopes for snow.
Beautiful changing leaves that can't help but point to a God who loves beauty and who showers us with His beauty!
Fantastic moments of worship throughout the day. A God who loves me!
There is much to be thankful for. What are you thankful for today?
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Trust...
I love my children. I would give my life for them and I tell them those things regularly. So, why is it that when I ask them (ok one of them in particular) to do something that seems out of the ordinary, he asks me if - it's safe, OK, alright, or whatever else he thinks to ask?
Haven't I told him that I love him and will protect him and provide for him? Haven't I always done that?
And then comes the whisper in my ear, "I tell you the same things, my child. Why do you question me? Haven't I been consistent? Haven't I always provided, protected and been there for you?"
And then I remember that my son, like myself, is a sinner filled with doubt and questions. He asks these questions of me just like I ask them of God.
Still learning........
Haven't I told him that I love him and will protect him and provide for him? Haven't I always done that?
And then comes the whisper in my ear, "I tell you the same things, my child. Why do you question me? Haven't I been consistent? Haven't I always provided, protected and been there for you?"
And then I remember that my son, like myself, is a sinner filled with doubt and questions. He asks these questions of me just like I ask them of God.
Still learning........
Monday, August 10, 2009
Happy Belated Birthday....
To my oldest son who turned 10 in July. I cannot believe that 9 years ago we were celebrating your 1st birthday after returning home from Russia with you a mere month earlier. You are my hero. You have endured more hardships in your young life than many will in a lifetime and you approach them with willingness, trust (in your dad and I) and with the most beautiful smile and optimism.
We are often reminded by others that you, my son, were blessed to come to live here with us. Leaving behind the uncertain life that faced you in Russia. I would contend, however, that we have been far more blessed in our life as your parents.
Because of you, my son, I know what bravery looks like. How encouragement should be delivered. How we should celebrate our small victories as much as the large ones. That a hug and a smile can brighten the dullest of days and that giving up is never an option. I look forward to what God has planned for you in the year to come and beyond. You are a treasure!!
We are often reminded by others that you, my son, were blessed to come to live here with us. Leaving behind the uncertain life that faced you in Russia. I would contend, however, that we have been far more blessed in our life as your parents.
Because of you, my son, I know what bravery looks like. How encouragement should be delivered. How we should celebrate our small victories as much as the large ones. That a hug and a smile can brighten the dullest of days and that giving up is never an option. I look forward to what God has planned for you in the year to come and beyond. You are a treasure!!
What I know....
my life is often like a circus
my children are wonderful and I learn a lot from them
I have a husband who is patient and loves me as I am
That if I'm constantly planning the future, I might miss the beauty of today
I may be 41 but I wake each day feeling 18 (but thankfully wiser)
Contentment is a tough place to hang out but it's easier when I take a deep breath and am still
God is always good, always present and loves me (the bible tells me so)
That I have been blessed beyond measure and given more than I could ever have dreamt of in my life
my children are wonderful and I learn a lot from them
I have a husband who is patient and loves me as I am
That if I'm constantly planning the future, I might miss the beauty of today
I may be 41 but I wake each day feeling 18 (but thankfully wiser)
Contentment is a tough place to hang out but it's easier when I take a deep breath and am still
God is always good, always present and loves me (the bible tells me so)
That I have been blessed beyond measure and given more than I could ever have dreamt of in my life
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