I feel quite spoiled.
August 21, 2010
I am blessed.
I’m surrounded by my wonderfully loving family. I’m surrounded by beautiful artwork by my dear sister (as above). I’m surrounded by projects that have a purpose. I’m surrounded by things that bring back memories. I’m surrounded by things I don’t deserve.
I’m surrounded by the love of my Savior.
Resolved to be . . . {a sweet, sweet place}
July 17, 2010
“Resolved To Be” is the new blog of my blessed mother. Having moved from Robin’s Egg Blue, she hopes to more thoroughly capture her vision through her new site, making it a sweet and inviting place to encourage other wives, mothers, and homemakers.
It was a delight to have the opportunity to design her new blog, and she’s a joy to work with.
The theme incorporates gentle shades of taupe, blue, and red through an elegant combination of the decorative font, seamless background, and beveled edges.
And the added detail of a faded clock in the top-right corner of the header is a quiet reminder of the shortness of life . . . the brief amount of time we have on this beautiful earth . . . and how we must resolve and be intentional in all that we do.
I encourage you to visit Resolved To Be, leave my precious mother a comment, and maybe even subscribe to her updates.
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A Day at the Beach with Jack {the dog}
July 10, 2010
Jack is a part of the dear Devine family, who we visited last week. While we were there, we went to Indiana Dunes for the first time – it was breathtaking!
Beautiful Places
July 3, 2010
There are some places that leave me in awe. Some places that reflect beauty in ways that I could not have imagined on my own. Some places that just make me smile at the creativity of our Creator. And some places that I’ll never forget.
If you were to replace “places” with “people” in the above sentences, it would all still be true.
We are continually surrounded by things that impact our lives: people, births, deaths, landscapes, walls, etc. And the things we do ourselves impact those around us: sowing, smiling, reaping, building, encouraging, weeping, creating, sharing, understanding, etc.
There is a ripple effect that we have on the people and the things surrounding us.
Just like the beautiful scene above had an impact on me, you have an impact on those around you – whether you realize it or not.
When we do something, it not only changes our lives, but it also shapes the lives of others, and sometimes it does so without us ever even realizing it. We are being watched by younger siblings, parents, peers, strangers, etc.
What do they see you doing that will have an impact on their lives?
The Walls Reflect
June 26, 2010
Imagine the furnished living room of a home.
The lamps seem to brighten the rooms in the cool of the evening as the sun sets, adding a comforting warmth. The furniture well-worn, having the look of being well loved. The family China cabinet holds what appears to be precious dishes used for the most special occasions.
The end-table next to the sofa is noticeably hand-carved, as it could be seen that great care was given in the composing of its every detail. A writing desk in the corner has an unfinished letter on it, and in the writing of a child the beginning reads, “Dear Grandma.”
Four filled bookshelves cover one wall, suggesting a love of learning. On the other walls are found family pictures, paintings of virtuous men and women, embroideries of Scripture.
What does this room tell you?
What things do you imagine happen each day in the life of the family living in this home? How do you picture their outlook on life? What do you believe is important to them?
The things found and seen in this room reflect the daily life of the family who lives at the described dwelling. Their worldview can be found when searched for, and the things they hold dear are evident in the furnishings and surroundings alone.
Which leads me to a question we all should ponder,
If the rooms of your home were frozen in time, what would your living room
say about your family and what is important to you?
The past thirteen years.
June 7, 2010
A little over thirteen years ago, the Lord gave my mother the vision of homeschooling. As she shared about it with my father, God laid it on both of their hearts. There wasn’t a choice.
And here we are. Thirteen years later.
My gratefulness to God and to my parents can never be fully expressed. Because of being educated at home, Breezy and I were able to be raised with a biblical worldview and Christ-centered education.
The precious parents my Lord has blessed me with, by God’s grace, were able to follow the commands in Deuteronomy 6:5-7, which says,
“You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart
and with all your soul and with all your might.
These words, which I am commanding you today, shall be on your heart.
You shall teach them diligently to your sons and
shall talk of them when you sit in your house and when
you walk by the way and when you lie down and when you rise up.”
Although my “official” home education is over, my education will never be complete . . . because I’ll always be learning. Always be watching. Always be reading.
I like it that way. And I’m thankful to have had instilled in me the love of learning.
P.S. The photos are of crinkled, vintage dictionary pages, which will be a part of the decorations for my upcoming graduation open house.
A Rare & Precious Gift
May 9, 2010
“An excellent wife, who can find? For her worth is far above jewels.” – Proverbs 31:10
Her spiritual beauty and loveliness makes her diligently sought after, but only a chosen few actually succeed in their mission to find her. Yet those who do succeed realize that they did not find her, but were rather given a gift from the Lord.
The Lord took pleasure in saving my father and mother, by His amazing grace, and transformed them into the righteous man and the virtuous woman.
My mother is that rare and precious gift.
She is a godly wife, a wonderful mother and a precious friend. I do not know what I would do without her. She is there to encourage, to edify, to talk with and to listen, to teach and train, to laugh with, to cry with, to dream with, and to share my heart with. She is a faithful wife and mother who is always finding ways to encourage and bless her family.
I could not ask for a better mother. I consider myself blessed to be given such a wonderful and precious gift from the Lord: a god-fearing mother.
She is a gift I do not deserve. But in God’s perfect will, He has made her my mother and I her daughter. Thank you, Lord!
Standing for Our Freedom
April 19, 2010
On April 15th, thousands gathered just outside the statehouse in the capitol of Indiana. “We the People” stood for our liberties and freedoms. The current tyrannical government is seeking to remove our freedoms and liberties, but we are not going to let it.
“All tyranny needs to gain a foothold is for people of good conscience to remain silent.” —Thomas Jefferson
“The true danger is when liberty is nibbled away, for expedience, and by parts.”
—Edmund Burke
“If the freedom of speech is taken away then dumb and silent we may be led,
like sheep to the slaughter.” —George Washington
The “sleeping giant” has been awakened. No longer can we sit idly by—as we have for so long—and watch our freedoms be taken from us and our children. It is time to stand.
The voice of “We the People” must and will be heard.
Last year, Mr. Phillips spoke at the Tea Party Rally in San Antonio,
and gave the message, “Freedom at Risk.”
This year, Mr. Joe Morecraft spoke at a Tea Party Rally;
you can listen to his message here.
While living the life my Lord has blessed me with, I am at home with my family enjoying being a daughter, homemaker and artist. My highest goal is to give glory to God and enjoy Him forever. It is He that has saved me with His amazing grace and is continually molding me; to Him I owe everything. Read more . . .
