I love hugs. My husband's arms bring security. and love. that sense of belonging.A friend's hug can bring heart-warmth. The ones that come from the little bodies that call me Mom are just plain beautiful.Head over to BecomingaStrongWomanofGod for the Thankful...

It is wonderful to meet new people and find fellowship with believers wherever you may be, but there is something very special about certain friendships that simply stand the test of time. no matter the miles.Today, I am thankful for 'old' friends. From those...

Today I am thankful for beautiful sunshine.The way it pours through a glass pane and just fills the room. with LIGHT. I can see the faces of my precious babies. I can view the smile of my Man.The way it filters through autumn colors on the trees. or naked branches...

This is a day dedicated to those who have fought for our freedoms:   Thank you. is not enough.The sacrifices of a soldier [and his family] are worthy of more than just a day of remembrance. But today. we will remember.And today, we will be thankful.

Some days I get discouraged over the size of our house. I think, Lord, there are smaller families with larger homes than we have! I suppose this is an odd way to begin a thankfulness post. But, sometimes becoming thankful begins with being unthankful. and REALIZING...

This week our church has had our Faith Promise Missions Conference. It began Sunday and will end this evening. We do things a little differently than I have seen in other churches, but I really like it! Monday through Wednesday the Missionaries each have a room of...

I am thankful for cooler weather. While most of my family enjoys the heat. to the point of loving July & August here in the deep south, I could live where it is never over 70 degrees and be happy as a lark. I only dislike the snow when I am not prepared to be dressed...

I love my kids! Today I am especially thankful for my sweet, happy baby boy! He has adjusted to the 'time-change' beautifully, soothing himself until the right time for me to get him up [though I did get him a few minutes early by the clock].He only complains when...

Today I am spending with family. Please feel free to visit: APPRECIATING THE ORDINARY the page where I have begun the journey of recording my own 1,000 gifts. I will not be posting tomorrow.Have a BLESSED weekend!Head over to BecomingaStrongWomanofGod for the Thankful...

God gave me a wonderful man to call Husband. He is thoughtful, considerate, helpful and encouraging. He shows me God's patience every day. which convicts me of my own lack. and moves me closer to my Savior.He loves our children. plays with them. loves on them. helps...