Archives for May 2010

A Country Church Memory

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On this Memorial Weekend, as we remember loved ones who’ve gone on before us, I’m reminded of both sets of my grandparents. They lived on neighboring farms and attended the same little country church.

My cherished memories of their church inspired the following poem. Some of you may have read it earlier this month in my Life Notes newsletter, but I thought I would share it here again in honor of Memorial Day — in honor of my grandparents. Hope you enjoy!

Country Church Comfort

Country church painted white
Each Sunday morning comes alive,
Trails of dust converge into one
As faithful neighbors begin to arrive.

No big parking lots here
Just pull onto the grass,
Like everywhere the talk is weather
And will it ever pass.

Across the way the cemetery stands
A wealth of history under the trees,
Happy times are remembered here
And with heaven’s hope, sadness flees.

Seasons come and seasons go
A country church weathers them all,
As favorite hymns fill the air
Hear country church comfort call.

“I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD.” Psalm 122:1 KJV

*Flickr photo by p medved, Creative Commons License

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Family Shenanigans

Kelli’s bridal shower weekend wouldn’t have been complete without some family shenanigans. Kristin and Kelli couldn’t resist giving their cousin Gavin bunny ears. What goes around comes around, Gavin! :)

I’ll get to see part of this gang again in a few days for Memorial Weekend. We’ll miss you, Kristin and Shawn!

*Also in the pic is my sister Carolyn and her other son Cody. I’m surprised Cody wasn’t getting in on a little bunny ear action as well! :)

**As we continue to celebrate big time this week, my posts might be a little different than the norm as I try to keep up with our busy schedule. Hope you enjoy!

Showered with Love

Our family was showered with love this weekend as family and friends gathered for a bridal shower for Kelli. Not only were Kelli and Jake blessed by the wonderful gifts given in love, I was blessed by those who joined in our time of celebration. After all, when someone shows love and kindness to my kids, they show it to me as well. I bet you other moms feel the same way, right?

A special thanks to each and every one who showered my baby girl and her intended with love. You are now a part of their story!

“I will bless them… I will send down showers in season; there will be showers of blessing.” Ezekiel 34:26

*Photo (left to right): Long-time family friends Teri & Stephanie, Kristin (Kelli’s sister and matron of honor), the MOB!, and Rene (friend of Kelli’s since kindergarten).

**As we continue to celebrate big time this week, my posts might be a little different than the norm as I try to keep up with our busy schedule. Hope you enjoy!

The Waves Won’t Win

“…The waves may roll, but they cannot prevail…” Jeremiah 5:22

Are the waves rolling in your life right now? Be encouraged. Hang tight to the Lord and keep your eyes fixed on Him. He won’t fail you!

“‘Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!” Mark 4:41b

*Flickr photo by mikebaird, Creative Commons License

**As we celebrate big time for the next couple of weeks, my posts might be a little different than the norm as I try to keep up with our busy schedule. Hope you enjoy!

Celebrating Big Time

Tis a season of celebration at our house! Such an exciting (and sometimes stressful!) time as we get ready for Kelli and Jake’s wedding. Thought you might like to see another of their engagement photos — a cute shot from a playground :) They are a fun-loving couple, and it shows, huh?

Things were already getting plenty crazy with all the wedding preparations going on, but yesterday we celebrated Jake’s graduation from college as well as Don’s birthday. This week Kelli and I will pick up her bridal gown and see to some other shopping details, and on the weekend we’ll celebrate big time with her bridal shower (so exciting!). Soon after that, we’ll head out for our traditional Memorial Weekend with my family. Like I said, there’s a whole lot of celebrating going on!

For the next couple of weeks, my posts might be a little different than the norm as I try to keep up with our busy schedule. I may just post photos or something else short and hopefully sweet :) Something that will somehow be a blessing to you, I pray.

Anyone else celebrating big time this month? Tell us about it! Let us celebrate with you!

“They will celebrate your abundant goodness…” Psalm 145:7a

*Photo by Will Flowers

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