Moments

"Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away"

When was the last time something took your breath away? When I think about this, I realize it is not in the great events of my life but the seemingly insignificant moments that literally stop time. If just for a moment. These next few pictures are etched in my mind, not because they portray a monumental event, but because they vividly tell a story.

A celebration of life!!

The day after Chloe's eye surgery. The first time in her life, her eyes were straight.

Can you remember the moments that took your breath away?

Thank You

This is my little brother Joey. He is in the United States Army and is taking special classes before he is deployed in August. While I am extremely proud of him, I am scared to death for him. I pray for him often to be protected. I'm thankful that he has chosen to protect our country and the freedoms we enjoy.

Thank you Joey and to all the ones who have gone before to sacrifice their lives for our country!!

Psalm 27
A psalm of David.

1 The Lord is my light and my salvation—

so why should I be afraid?

The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger,

so why should I tremble?

2 When evil people come to devour me,

when my enemies and foes attack me,

they will stumble and fall.

3 Though a mighty army surrounds me,

my heart will not be afraid.

Even if I am attacked,

I will remain confident.
4 The one thing I ask of the Lord—

the thing I seek most—

is to live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life,

delighting in the Lord’s perfections

and meditating in his Temple.

5 For he will conceal me there when troubles come;

he will hide me in his sanctuary.

He will place me out of reach on a high rock.

6 Then I will hold my head high

above my enemies who surround me.

At his sanctuary I will offer sacrifices with shouts of joy,

singing and praising the Lord with music.
7 Hear me as I pray, O Lord.

Be merciful and answer me!

8 My heart has heard you say, “Come and talk with me.”

And my heart responds, “Lord, I am coming.”

9 Do not turn your back on me.

Do not reject your servant in anger.

You have always been my helper.

Don’t leave me now; don’t abandon me,

O God of my salvation!

10 Even if my father and mother abandon me,

the Lord will hold me close.
11 Teach me how to live, O Lord.

Lead me along the right path,

for my enemies are waiting for me.

12 Do not let me fall into their hands.

For they accuse me of things I’ve never done;

with every breath they threaten me with violence.

13 Yet I am confident I will see the Lord’s goodness

while I am here in the land of the living.
14 Wait patiently for the Lord.

Be brave and courageous.

Yes, wait patiently for the Lord.

Happy Easter Sunday

We were part of an egg hunt on Saturday and this was the beautiful setting!!! Sawyer loves to find things!

Sophie finally warmed up to the bunny!

Aren't the chicks cute!

(I feel so badly that there are no pictures of Chloe. She was too busy!)

Most of all let us remember Christ's death, burial and resurrection! For without this, we would have no hope.

"But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all surpassing power is from God and not from us...

We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body."

2 Corinthians 4:7, 10

Inspiration

Visit this lovely place to be inspired to ALWAYS seek joy in life in spite of the flaws that exist!! Have a delightful Saturday!!

This & That

I'm enjoying the fleeting days of the tulips!

Easy project. I found the plates for $0.40 a piece and then spray painted 3" wooden letters from the craft store. Got my handy dandy glue gun and I was in business. The final step is to add cute ribbon so I can place them in their new home. (final product coming soon!)
Favorite Goodwill find. This beautiful canopy for Chloe's bed. She's enchanted with this new "hiding spot".

How precious to me are your thoughts, O God!

Psalm 139:17

God of this City

Matthew 5:14-16 (New International Version)
14"You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. 15Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. 16In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.

Choices

Have you ever pondered the choices you make on a regular basis? Each time I hear the song "Slow Fade" by Casting Crowns, I do. Sin is a choice. A decision!! WOW! When I choose to share a secret or lash out in anger, I am making a decision to exchange God's glory. How do we cultivate a pattern of making good choices in our life?

Psalm 119:11 (New International Version)
11 I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.

Let's choose Christ!!!