Then she spent a good hour asking kids their sizes and helping them sort through and find clothes that they might like to have.
She has such a beautiful heart. I love that girl.
Monday, August 16, 2010
I love her heart...
This past weekend my girls and I had the opportunity to help serve at a community outreach in the park. We helped hand out backpacks, school supplies, and clothing to kids and families in need. When I stopped to really watch her, I was in awe of my sweet Molly's heart. She began the day with sidewalk chalk in the park, with my only instruction being, "draw something that is welcoming for the kids who will be here". This is what she came up with:
Next, She walked around handing out lollipops to anyone and everyone who would take one
Then she spent a good hour asking kids their sizes and helping them sort through and find clothes that they might like to have.
She has such a beautiful heart. I love that girl.
Then she spent a good hour asking kids their sizes and helping them sort through and find clothes that they might like to have.
She has such a beautiful heart. I love that girl.
Thursday, August 12, 2010
I want to go on vacation, I need to work hard
I want people's approval, I need God's approval
I want "stuff"(more, bigger, better),I need to be thankful for what I already have and focus on others who lack
I want to look better, act better, be better, I need to love who I am while I'm on the road to who I will be
I want too many things perfect, I need to realize that imperfection is what makes my life, my life
I want to change myself, I need to let God change me
I want to change others, I need to love others and let God change who He chooses to
I want to be selfish, I need to be selfless
I want to eat cake, I need to eat spinach
I want a clean house, I need a clean conscience
I want to give up, I need to NEVER give up
I want to tell my kids how to live right, I need to show them how to live right
I want to say whatever I want, I need to practice self-control
I want life to be easy, I need life to challenge me
Tuesday, August 03, 2010
YAY FOR INTERNET!!
I haven't boycotted my blogging, I've just been unable to do it at home, and unwilling to take the time to do it somewhere else.
So far it's been a grrrrreat summer!
Mo's wedding was amazing, Mo leaving was not. Kids have had so much fun with their cousins, hanging out, swimming, going to the beach, going to Sacramento with Gramellen, and taking advantage of the downtime we have before school starts back up again.
I've enjoyed so much of this summer, and really do feel good about being in Reno.
I have had the wonderful opportunity to be a part of a church plant (started by our friends Kristopher and Melissa Dahir) in Spanish Springs, and so far it's been amazing. I love the feel of the environment there, it's so welcoming and I love being able to be real with the people there knowing that we are all human and flawed. I feel no judgment there. My role there right now involves praying for and with people who want it. The core group of leaders are genuine, honest, compassionate people. I am so thankful to be a part of it. I feel like I have such a great support system for all aspects of my life; marriage, parenting, finances, helping others. This group of people truly cares about my becoming the best "me" possible, and makes sure my priorities are where they need to be. Having the accountability is so important for me too. They do so much more than listen. I am not someone who only wants others to listen, I want advice, wisdom, different perspective, and encouragement. I think being accountable to others is such an important part of our walk in life. I've tried it the other way before (being accountable only to myself) and that took me to a dark place I don't ever want to revisit. I'm so excited about all of the plans that this new church has in the way of helping and loving people. It's going to be wonderful. I am forever a work in progress and I have a long way to go. I am harder on myself than anyone out there could ever be so I do my best to not stay sad when my feelings or ego take a hit.
Jeffrey started football this week! He's tall and skinny, which makes me a bit nervous as far as possible injuries are concerned; but so far he is LOVING it! Molly and Ellie are still swimming with Reno Aquatic and both doing well!
Michael is in the thick of his season and I never know what part of town he's in, but he's in town which I am so so so thankful for.
My life is a blessing. God is so good.
So far it's been a grrrrreat summer!
Mo's wedding was amazing, Mo leaving was not. Kids have had so much fun with their cousins, hanging out, swimming, going to the beach, going to Sacramento with Gramellen, and taking advantage of the downtime we have before school starts back up again.
I've enjoyed so much of this summer, and really do feel good about being in Reno.
I have had the wonderful opportunity to be a part of a church plant (started by our friends Kristopher and Melissa Dahir) in Spanish Springs, and so far it's been amazing. I love the feel of the environment there, it's so welcoming and I love being able to be real with the people there knowing that we are all human and flawed. I feel no judgment there. My role there right now involves praying for and with people who want it. The core group of leaders are genuine, honest, compassionate people. I am so thankful to be a part of it. I feel like I have such a great support system for all aspects of my life; marriage, parenting, finances, helping others. This group of people truly cares about my becoming the best "me" possible, and makes sure my priorities are where they need to be. Having the accountability is so important for me too. They do so much more than listen. I am not someone who only wants others to listen, I want advice, wisdom, different perspective, and encouragement. I think being accountable to others is such an important part of our walk in life. I've tried it the other way before (being accountable only to myself) and that took me to a dark place I don't ever want to revisit. I'm so excited about all of the plans that this new church has in the way of helping and loving people. It's going to be wonderful. I am forever a work in progress and I have a long way to go. I am harder on myself than anyone out there could ever be so I do my best to not stay sad when my feelings or ego take a hit.
Jeffrey started football this week! He's tall and skinny, which makes me a bit nervous as far as possible injuries are concerned; but so far he is LOVING it! Molly and Ellie are still swimming with Reno Aquatic and both doing well!
Michael is in the thick of his season and I never know what part of town he's in, but he's in town which I am so so so thankful for.
My life is a blessing. God is so good.
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