and that's that

Friday, July 31, 2015

Foto Friday

LePops... our new hangout

First swim WITH the kids n Betsy

Test driving a new ride....awesome

Thinking outside the van box

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Monday, July 27, 2015

It is a choice we all make in our lives, in both fleeting moments and as a lifestyle. What have you decided on? Vengeance is mine, says The Lord. Our sin nature in the flesh wants to retaliate when we feel wronged but the Holy Spirit should guide us in our words and actions.
We should use our bodies to be a light to the world and not to reveal more darkness. Gentleness is a fruit of the spirit that is in strong demand and short supply in our world today.

Friday, July 24, 2015

Foto Friday

Since my voice isn't strong enough to talk to all that I'd like to, I want my life's example to speak the volumes I cannot. My happiness comes by being saved by grace and forgiven by His mercy. I will one day tell the story of how I've overcome the struggles of this life and understand it better by and by. I want my life to be as active as possible and to show that doing things a lil different is better than sitting on the sidelines. ''I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.''

Friday, July 17, 2015

Foto Friday

Freddie the frog

Baby Russell's first swim party

Me at age 9.... catching some air

Gourmet popsicles..yum

Saturday, July 11, 2015

Getting Through It

The Survivor’s Creed by Max Lucado . . . You will get through this. It won't be painless. It won't be quick. But God will use this mess for good. Don't be foolish or naïve. But don't despair either. With God's help, you'll get through this. . . . (HopefortheBrokenHearted.com)

I know of many people today who are hurting for different reasons. I thought I would share this poem of encouragement to help them persevere. James 1;12 ''Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.'' James 5;11 ''As you know, we count as blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.''
As the poem says, it's going to hurt and healing takes time but remember there is purpose in our struggles that benefit us. Look for what God is trying to show you. God is with us in all things and that is a comfort beyond all measure.