It’s been 1 year to the day since we brought home our daughter. That means today is her 19th birthday! I totally left you hanging in the first part of her redemption story – sorry bout that! Bringing home our daughter was the most surreal experience and actually a bit terrifying, as we had no idea if something would go wrong. Read more..
I am determined to be an organized Mom who stays anchored in God’s Word in 2017. Who is with me? I have been telling myself to memorize more scripture just for ages and I need to get real about it. It is so helpful when you are facing a trial or need to minister to someone and you have memorized scripture to draw from. I also want to be a better meal planner! I just got an Instant Pot and it’s already been a huge game changer! Have you heard of it?! I put a pot roast on the table in 45 minutes tonight. {and the angels sing!!}
One year I tried to stay organized by using my icalendar on my phone and it was the worst idea since flip phones. I’m just a paper and pen planner kind of gal. I have tried the generic spiral-bounds from the office supply store to the “IT” brands and I’ve always found myself needing more. Read more..
When you adopt a teenager you feel like you have a lot of time to make up for! Creating Christmas memories can be overwhelming if you’re not careful. My heart is that the traditions and memories that we make each year, will be carried on for generations to come, but most importantly, that Christ would be at the center of it all. I had the ornament above made the year we first met Teck. I know, I know, I left you hanging in my last post. I promise I’ll share the rest of her story before Christmas! Read more..