I was thinking today about all the things we keep inside and fret about. You know all the things that we worry with or about. Money, children, our relationship with others, our relationship with God, and I was struck with something. It takes a lot of time and engery. I get so tired of all of the worrying i seem to do. And worrying is suppose to be something we dont' do, so how come we do?

So this morning as I got up and was praying, I ask for God to help me not to worry. To lay "the stuff" at his feet and leave it there. I have some friends who are really going through difficult time, we are facing things we never thougth we would face, and yet God is still here, he is still on the throne, and he is still in the business of working with the "mess" of our lives and making some beautiful.

So I encourage you to "lay' it down today, and take hope in the fact that God is working!

Have a blessed day!

There really isn't a whole lot to share right now. At least not yet. I will have somethings to share in the near future but right now I am waiting for the right time to share.

Our puppy is doing really well. She is not going potty anymore in my house! YEA! She is going outside! Double YEA!  She sleeps all night most nights- ok last night she was up all night barking. Every 30 minutes. Until I let her out of her room then she curled up in the hall and went to sleep- So I ask my self, "Why didnt' I do that 3 hours ago?" Oh well.

. Kendra and I walked last night- over a mile, just short of 2 miles. YEA US! Speaking of which we are going to start a Biggest Loser Club amongst our family.  The Cost is $25 and for 3 months we will all weigh in once a week and at the end of the 3 months the one who lost the biggest percentage of weight will win the money. I need some motivation.

I am trying to be very careful at how I talk about myself in regards to my weight or how I look. I have 12 year old who is watching and listening. And i know that i need to be careful on how I talk. Pray for me as I raise my daughter. To have a good self image and to really view herself as Christ sees her.

Have a lovely evening!

 

So this is the new member of our family. Brandie! She is 5 months old, weighs 7lbs 6 oz. and so far is a joy to have around. She came potty trained to a pee pad- her old home had no carpet so a soft pee pad was where she knew to go- Guess what? I have carpet. What was I thinking? We have only had one accident but I am in over my head. I feel it. I have no idea how to train a dog. ( people tell me it is easy and just takes time) Her previous owner says she was very easy to train before she will be again. I guess I am doubting myself. What if I can't do it? Then what? I don't want her doing her thing all over the house- I know she is a dog! But oh me!!!

The kids are in love with her. We had to take her to school today to show their teachers. I think she is already spoiled.

I hope all of you have a great weekend!

 

Ok- I think this is really cool. I can change our website all I want without asking Jason! YEA! Many of you couldn't believe that I was thinking about getting a dog. I know it is shocking. I can't believe it myself. But i did find one another one today. That is closer to us and get this is already potty trained!!! Does that sound heavenly or what? So... who knows! My kids are so excited to have one and I just cant' bring myself to commit to it. ( actually go pick up dog and bring home to take care) I will keep you posted on how this turns out!

On another note- The book i want you all to ready "The Shack". It is amazing book. I don't want to go into alot of detail but I will tell you this, a man had 5 children, one of them is kidnapped and brutally murdered. 3 years later the man gets a letter from God asking him to meet him at the shack where his little girl was killed. This book will make you cry, it will make you think, it will completely changed your world. It gives you such insight in to who God is and how he is at work in our lives. The good, the bad, the ugly. I am anixous to hear from you who read it. I just gave my copy to my cousin. I am thinking about picking up another one.

When I have more time I will have to blog about what I learned this year at Easter. I really thought I had heard the Easter Story my whole life and there was "Nothing new under the sun" there. But I was amazed as I studied this story and the truths I came away with. But that is for another time.

I hope all of you have a blessed week. Lets look at all the things we have to be thankful, I know some of you are going through big trials, but even in those we can be thankful. Blessing to all!!

 

 

Wow! I am actually going to blog! Jason just gave me the info to log in to our very own website and do this. I am so excited. I am not sure when was the last time I blogged but I thought it was time for an update. Now it is trying to think where to start.

Let's start with the kids- I can't belive how big they are all getting. Brooklyn is about a half of an inch shorter than me. She steals my shoes and I look all over the house only to spot them walking out of her middle school. She is a great student and I think is finally adjusting to her new school.

Jordan is quickly approaching my height. He still has a ways to go but I know very quickly I will be looking him square in the eye- then he will be looking down on me. He of course is still the same ole Jordan. He could spend all day playing sports. He hates it we acutally make him go to school instead of play all day.

Colton will turn 10 in just a few days! I just can't believe it. Of course his birthday always makes me think how thankful I am that he is here to bring a smile to our faces. And trust me he does. He is growing into quite the young man. He loves spending one on one time with Jason. He likes for dad to play Rock Band with him.

Kailyn what can we say about her- she is our a little lover! She loves to give hugs and set right up beside you and watch TV or read a book. She is quite the social butterfly. She loves playing with her friends and being outside. When she is inside you can find her coloring or drawing and watching the smurfs- her mom's favorite cartoon!

That brings us to Jason. In February he was promoted to Director of Technology at Community America. He loves his job. He is still trying to get the hang of it but has enjoyed the challenges it brings. He is a great husband and father.

Well, I am still working at BreakPointe and loving it. I am so excited about the many things we are doing here. Somedays it is overwhelming but I love it when I see a dream come together and Children actually enjoy being at church. Granted not every kid enjoys being here but it is rewarding to see new kids every week have a great time learning about God.

Jason and I celebrated 13 years of marriage in March! God has truely blessed our lives. And we are thankful for everything we have been through in 13 years. The good the bad and the ugly. It had taken me a while to get there but I am truely thankful for it all.

We also moved back to Overland Park at the end of last year. And we love our home. It has room for everyone to have their own space. Now here is the shocking thing- I who have been completly against pets am about to go and get us a puppy. It is fur ball. And so cute! She will not get any bigger than 8-10 pounds and I have just fallen in love with her. My children are thrilled and my husband is rolling his eyes. I convinced him of this venture by telling him it was better than me asking him for another baby! His response was" i just said those exact words to my brother not 10 minutes ago!" So as soon as the little fur ball comes home- i will post pictures. She is a Teddy Bear- which means she is mutt ( Shih Tzu crossed with a Bichon.)

I know this is long and I will wrap up with this- Read the book "The Shack" It is an amazing book. Fiction but it filled with truth. I will post more about that very soon! Have a great Wednesday!