Day 1- God…..no joke! It’s not just some pat answer. It’s not something I take lightly. Without God I have no hope of my future. My joy is not based in what the world has to offer me, but in the free gift offered to me and you by God, and all we have to do is accept it. And lastly my peace is not in my circumstances but is in the understanding that god doesn’t give me more than I can handle with Him by my side, that all things work together for good for those who serve the Lord, that He will never leave me nor forsake me, and has everything under control….even those “bad” things!
Day 2- My husband, also not a pat answer. My husband really is my best friend! I trust him with EVERYTHING! He is a man of God. He teaches me, and pushes me to go farther and deeper than anyone ever has. He fosters my talents, and believes in my abilities! He sacrifices for me. He studies me. He knows what makes me happy and knows my biggest heartaches…..he knows when I need chocolate, flowers, or both! He builds me up, not tear me down!
Day 3- My Kids. In all their crazy, high energy, overly happy, loving Crazy selves, I am so grateful that God gave them too me just as they are!
Tornado- the spitting image of his daddy, a little boy who so longs to be much older than he actually is. He is servanted hearted, and trusts everyone. He is also a budding artist.
Ladybug-my little horse girl. Who brought pink, purple and loads of sparkle into our lives. She is a mini me, not afraid to get dirty but likes beautiful things too! She has grown into quite a young lady. She loves to color, and play dolls!
Weasel- our very artistically driven autistic son. He loves animals, coloring and being outside. He collects all things little and has impacted our hearts to change the church (not ours specifically) but the collective church. His great heart for people, his contagious hugs, and encouragement has already touched the lives of so many!
Little bean- also the spitting image of his daddy and older brother, is known for his contagious smiles and giggles! He is a very determined little boy who enjoys life with every bone, muscle, ligament, tendon, and cell in his little body. He gives me a run for my money, and mostly I am grateful for it. It means he is healthy and strong!
Day 4- My Parents- who took me to church…..who trained me in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. They taught me how to treat people, to not judge, to not teases, to not look down on others and to not think myself better than those who are worse off. My heart for people grew out of these things.
Please join me again on Thursday for the next installment!
