Our dear friends drove to the hospital at 5am this morning to take thier two year old little girl, Holland, in for heart surgery. Please pray that the surgery will be a great success with out any complications and for a very speedy and painless recovery. Pray for mommy and daddy as they wait for their baby.
Update - The surgery went well. The hole in her heart was much larger than they expected but they were able to repair it. She is doing well. Please continue to pray.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Do you LOVE your Bible?
I don't mean God's word (I pray you love that!) but I mean your actual physical bible. I have struggled in the past just sitting and really getting into my bible. I wasn't sure where to start and then I once I read something I often didn't understand what I read. So, I went on a hunt to find a bible that made a bit more sense to me. I came across the Parallel Study Bible and I LOVE it. My devotion time has never been better, I actually want to read my bible and I love understanding and getting more insight to what it means and the history behind it. I encourage you to go Bible hunting. Seek out a bible that you would enjoy reading. And once you find this Bible..... read it.... read it often..... God has given you every answer, encouragement and guideline for everything you will ever need! Happy hunting!
Sunday, February 15, 2009
God cares about the little things too....
So, you know I like the little things and I really try to take notice when Chris or the kids or anyone does something extra to make me feel loved. As many of you know, Chris has not been working up here in Idaho. He has a job but since there is not much snow, he's not working. Businesses (just like in California) are laying off. He continues to look for work but in the mean time .... God is taking care of us.... even in the little things! Even in this time, we will give Him praise because He is in control and He will provide. I'd like to share with you some of the things God has done for me this week. They are not life altering but they were important to me and God showed me how much He loves me by taking care of a few little things...
My "problem" - Chris and I have regular dates but it is a bit harder to have a date when you don't have any extra cash and it's freezing outside (no strolls in the park around here)
God's answer - I was given a gift card for starbucks for giving some ideas for fun things to do with your kids at home. So Chris and I enjoyed small drinks but a great time of feeling connected and loved.
My "problem" - I was almost out of facial toner (only cost about $12 but when you are not spending extra, $12 is $12)
God's answer - I went to a MOPS meeting and they had everyone bring skin care products that they had bought but not used and didn't want. Guess what someone brought .... yep, the toner I use (not even opened)
My "problem" - Valentine's Day, my parents are the only ones to watch our kids and they are gone and yet again "no extra spending"
God's answer - a new church that we just started visiting was having a valentine's dinner for couples and a party for the kids! Someone gifted for us to attend ($10 per plate) without our knowledge, we had a great night and got to know some really great people
My "problem" - ran out of side dishes for dinners, wasn't planning on shoppng for another week
God's answer - we had some friends over for dinner and they showed up with a bunch of frozen garlic/rosemary potatoes that they had recieved but didn't like .... my kids liked them
My "problem" - had to cancel getting my hair cut and colored for the second time (no, I'm not a true blonde anymore)
God's answer - My hair is not so bad and Chris even likes the color (I'm still hoping to work that into the funds soon ... priorities here)
I know that none of these things are a big deal but God knew they mattered to me and He wants me to know that even when times are harder .... He loves me and He will ALWAYS provide! Thank you God! Thank you for caring about the little things! Thank you for allowing us to recieve your love through others.
My "problem" - Chris and I have regular dates but it is a bit harder to have a date when you don't have any extra cash and it's freezing outside (no strolls in the park around here)
God's answer - I was given a gift card for starbucks for giving some ideas for fun things to do with your kids at home. So Chris and I enjoyed small drinks but a great time of feeling connected and loved.
My "problem" - I was almost out of facial toner (only cost about $12 but when you are not spending extra, $12 is $12)
God's answer - I went to a MOPS meeting and they had everyone bring skin care products that they had bought but not used and didn't want. Guess what someone brought .... yep, the toner I use (not even opened)
My "problem" - Valentine's Day, my parents are the only ones to watch our kids and they are gone and yet again "no extra spending"
God's answer - a new church that we just started visiting was having a valentine's dinner for couples and a party for the kids! Someone gifted for us to attend ($10 per plate) without our knowledge, we had a great night and got to know some really great people
My "problem" - ran out of side dishes for dinners, wasn't planning on shoppng for another week
God's answer - we had some friends over for dinner and they showed up with a bunch of frozen garlic/rosemary potatoes that they had recieved but didn't like .... my kids liked them
My "problem" - had to cancel getting my hair cut and colored for the second time (no, I'm not a true blonde anymore)
God's answer - My hair is not so bad and Chris even likes the color (I'm still hoping to work that into the funds soon ... priorities here)
I know that none of these things are a big deal but God knew they mattered to me and He wants me to know that even when times are harder .... He loves me and He will ALWAYS provide! Thank you God! Thank you for caring about the little things! Thank you for allowing us to recieve your love through others.
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Oh the Joy!
I wish you could hear the squeals from Tessy and she discovered snow. She loves to watch at the window as its snowing but she hadn't actually been in yet.. free to roam and touch (with barehands mind you.... those gloves came off in a flash!) She loved it! In her own lttle word, she touched, tasted and took great pleasure in God's creation. Oh to have the uninhibited joy of a child!
Our newest family member!
I think the best pets usually find you! That's what happened with Washi. Last fall, he just started hangin' out with us! He'd disappear into the forest with the kids and seemed to always be at the door during dinner time. So, with a little investigating we found out that he lived down the way. The owner ended up calling us to see if we wanted him since it seem he wanted us. Washi belonged to her son who went off to college and apparently Washi needed kids around. So, we now have a dog! He is great with the kids. When Tess comes near him he usually gets down real low and lets her "love" him, he's so patient! He thinks he's a lap dog, loves to fetch, and loves to ride in the car/boat/quad trailer or anywhere else we'll let him go. He's a great dog and we love him!
Oh, how I love my husband!
This morning I awoke (after getting to sleep in, by the way!) to a gentle knock on the door and in came my oh so sweet hubby with breakfast, heart shaped pancakes and all! I'm not a big fan of all the goofy valentine's stuff but really appreciate when Chris does something a little extra to make me feel loved. And I felt oh so loved! It's the little things.... no extra expense... just some thought and lots of love!
Chris, I love you so much. You are such a gift and I feel so blessed and honored that God chose me for you! It is a joy to stand by your side in this great journey we call life!
Monday, February 9, 2009
Some things to pray for....
Hello friends, I just wanted to ask for prayer for a few things....
First.... a new friend I've met in Idaho was pregnant with twins and was scheduled to deliver the twins tomorrow but this morning one of the twins died. She has delivered both twins now. Please pray for God's grace for this family.
Second.... My parents were traveling to California towing a trailor with our screenprinting equipment (worth a lot of money) and my dads truck and the trailor were stollen. Ugh! God has a plan.....right!?! There will be many many decisions to make now for both my parents, Chris and I and also my brother (he was going to be running the printing business in Ca)
Third ..... Chris and I are really praying for God's direction for us. We really don't know what tomorrow holds (and were okay with that) but we have some decisions to make and really want to be sure we are following God's plan.
Thank you for your paryers, I hope that you will really pray and not just read this over and move on. How often do we hear of someone in need and really remember to pray specifically for them. Especially in these hard times, remember to lift eachother up to our Father.
Have a blessed day!
First.... a new friend I've met in Idaho was pregnant with twins and was scheduled to deliver the twins tomorrow but this morning one of the twins died. She has delivered both twins now. Please pray for God's grace for this family.
Second.... My parents were traveling to California towing a trailor with our screenprinting equipment (worth a lot of money) and my dads truck and the trailor were stollen. Ugh! God has a plan.....right!?! There will be many many decisions to make now for both my parents, Chris and I and also my brother (he was going to be running the printing business in Ca)
Third ..... Chris and I are really praying for God's direction for us. We really don't know what tomorrow holds (and were okay with that) but we have some decisions to make and really want to be sure we are following God's plan.
Thank you for your paryers, I hope that you will really pray and not just read this over and move on. How often do we hear of someone in need and really remember to pray specifically for them. Especially in these hard times, remember to lift eachother up to our Father.
Have a blessed day!
Friday, February 6, 2009
Welcome Baby Getty!
Nothing like a new baby! Yesterday, Feb. 5th, my brother, Damian and his wife, Victoria welcomed Getty Muir Hobson into the world. He is their first child and my first nephew. Mommy, daddy and baby are all doing well. Praise God for multiplying our family and for this sweet new little miracle. We can't wait to meet him.
Dame & Vic, you are going to be amazing parents, we are so excited for you! God has already blessed both of you with everything you need to raise this sweet little guy. He was made for you and you for him. We love you, all three of you ( and the dogs of course too!)
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