Wonders in this universe

I want to look for these wonders. I don't want them to pass me by. I am going to look hard for these wonders and I am going to take joy in them and praise the One who created them.

**this is not a quote from the actual Vincent Van Gogh, rather it is said by the character Vincent in the episode Vincent and the Doctor from the Doctor Who series**

Friday's Letters

Dear Weekend, What is up with this weather?! We need sunny weather over here do to the fact that we need to paint before our brand new windows get put in! Dear Hubs, You are seriously rocking this whole home reno thing! I mean seriously! Thank you so much for working so incredibly hard! You rock and I am so blessed to call you mine! Our brand new bathroom is going to be awesome! Dear Bug, As I type this you are "napping." Rather, you'd prefer to play with your feet than nap. A new and fun discovery you've made in the past week. It's rather cute! Other new things this week...You're laughing! Precious! Dear Car, Please don't let there be anything seriously wrong with you. We kinda need you around these parts, seeing as we can't go anywhere as a family without you. The hubs's truck is a single cab and I don't think we can fit Bug in there with us. Dear Braves, The Mets are coming into town, so you better snap out of this little funk. Dear Football Season, Are you here yet? Dear Readers, Here is an adorable laughing baby to start your weekend off right. (Ignore the videography, it's safe to say I'm not an expert at recording videos quite yet...I'm working on it)

Intentional Living

As a new mom, life takes on a new meaning. A new purpose. A new responsibility. A new life.

I want live with an intentional, joy seeking heart. 

I want to look for the good in life, despite all the tragedy that surrounds.
I want to be wise with my time.
I want to be healthy.
I want to exercise.
I want to watch less tv and listen to more music.
I want to put more into my relationships.
I want to enjoy life.
I want to see the beauty that is all around.
I want to dance with my daughter.
I want to rock my baby to sleep.
I want to be a Proverbs 31 wife.
I want to spend more time growing in my relationship with my Heavenly Father.
I want to live the life He has planned for me.
I want to smile.
I want to laugh.
I want to love.

Living intentionally. Living with a purpose. 

That is my goal. 

inspired by Casey Wiegand

Life Lately

  

She's trying so hard to roll over!!// There's nothing cuter than a naked baby! // Demolition on our master bath begins!

  

No more bathroom // Sleeping peacefully // After midnight and renovations are going strong 

    

Rocking the Wyoming shirt from Aunt Rebekah! // We have 3 walls and a tub! // Morning cuddles with Mommy

    

Entertaining herself with the front view camera during small group // Reading Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets // "What's up, Mom?"

Go Braves!!

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Friday Letters

Ready for the weekend!

Dear Friday, Way to finally show up. All day yesterday I thought you were here, only to be told over and over again that it was only Thursday. Dear Hubs, You are simply amazing. You are such a hard worker and  I'm so blessed to have you in my life! I'm so excited about where God is taking us and I look forward to all that He has planned and taking the journey with you! Dear Bug, You are growing up way too fast! 3 months already! It doesn't seem possible! You're also talking so much more! You are such a joy and blessing to us Bug and I love spending my days with you! Dear House, Prepare to be conquered. I've been looking forward to this day for a very long time. Dear Rain, Please don't come tomorrow so we can conquer the house. Dear Readers, Here is a video of an adorable baby to make your Friday that much more enjoyable.

Capturing Moments

It's a quiet day here at the homestead. It's dark outside. Rain is predicted for this part of Georgia. I hope it's a good thunderstorm. I just love a good thunderstorm. As long as it's only a thunderstorm, none of this "tornado warning" nonsense. 

Bug is playing on her play gym. It's almost her nap time. But I wanted to capture this moment. It's a sweet moment. A special moment. 

Thank You, LORD, for this beautiful gift you have given us. She is truly a blessing.

Prayers for Boston

On a day like today I can't imagine letting my little one out of my sight. I just want to cuddle her and hold her and protect her from the world and the tragedy that is out there. I know that is impossible. I cannot protect her. But I do know some One who can. The same One who gave her to me to care for and love. Only He can protect her, and all of us, during times like this. It is He that I turn to when I am scared or weak. He is the only One that can take care of us. It is Him that I lean on now, and it is He that I pray to asking for strength and peace for the people of Boston and all those effected by this tragedy.

So hold on to the ones you love and remember that God has you in His hands and He loves you so much!