I think of myself as a free spirit- freedom = happy. Love that verse- Whom the Son has set free, they are free indeed. I’m the first to admit, I don’t like restraints, limits, boundaries- at least without being told why. Surely somebody besides me can relate? speed limits, seat belt laws, any law that [...]
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You cannot lose what God lovingly treasures in the palm of His hand. To continue….. Yes- it feels like you’ve “lost” your loved one. You have in one sense. But have you truly “lost” something if you know where to find it? Perhaps “hidden” is a better word. Your loved one’s true [...]
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You keep track of all my sorrows. You have collected all my tears in your bottle. You have recorded each one in your book Psalm 56:8 God knows I must have a ginormous bottle and I’m fairly certain you do too. Sometimes, my “life between the trees” journey feels like someone unexpectedly pushed me off a [...]
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We show our love in millions of miniscule ways; hugs, flowers, a card, a phone call, small gifts, expensive gifts, silly gifts, thoughtful gifts, the gift of time, touch, a smile, sharing, encouraging, cheering, and certainly we should daily say the three little words that have the power to rock someone’s world- “I LOVE YOU! [...]
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October is National Downs Syndrome Awareness month. Bloggers are being encouraged to post 31 days to bring awareness & celebrate people with DS are deserving of inclusion and equality. October is also National Clergy Appreciation month, Fire Safety month, Pregnancy Loss & Infant Loss awareness, Rett Syndrome month, Breast Cancer Awareness month, Domestic Violence awareness, National [...]
Read More Awesome God, celebrate, down syndrome, God's love, identity, love, special kids, special needsIn our digging for identity, we’ve discovered some priceless treasure! 1.) We were created for God’s pleasure (Rev. 4:11) 2.) God didn’t make a mistake when He made you. 3.) God has reclaimed you through Jesus- His creation- and is in the business of transforming you into His likeness 4.) He’s going to give you [...]
Read More encouragement, God's love, grace, identity, perspective, treasure, treasure hunter, undeservedWe’re still digging for gold nuggets at the spot on our treasure Map marked IDENTITY! Some people struggle with pride and thinking too highly of themselves, (God has a way of taking care of that ) others hear a different kind of voice. “Loser” “Geek” “Emu” “Goth” “Weirdo” “Dumby” “Idiot” “Stupid” “Trash” “Reject” “Retard” “Disappointment”~ [...]
Read More beloved, eternity, God's love, identity, inspiration, labels, life, new name, overcomer, transformationUse some dynamite to blast away the lies on “Mount Identity”-let’s destroy all the negative labels the world, people, and even our own minds try to ingrain into our being and we see clearly the only opinion and truth that truly matters is who God says we are! When the dust settles, the first nugget you can [...]
Read More God's love, identity, inspiration, perspective, promises, transformation, treasure, treasure hunterI totally underestimate what she can hear and understand. Yesterday, I was sharing with Jeff that although its exciting to watch the kids were growing up and having their own lives, jobs, careers, and families, I get a little sad when trying to plan “family times with all of us- because everyones lives are so busy and going in more [...]
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“I want Daddy to stay home from work. I want to be with him all times. “If Bethie has said this once, she’s said it at least 50 times the last 2 weeks. She’s her Daddy’s girl. He’s been quite busy lately and she’s quite determined, even fixated on having fun with her Dad. From biking to [...]
Read More Bethany, celebrate, Daddy Daughter Ball, Daddy daughter love, Dancing with my Father God in Fields of Grace, God's love, Heavenly Father, Jeff, treasure“I so excited!!! I love Mrs. T____. I love Mrs. N_______ I love Chandler and Shaiyanna- they’re so sweet. Adelle is my best friend. I love her! Myka and Nola are really nice to me. I give all cards to everyone. I love all mommy!! Ohhhh- They going to love my valentines. I love all [...]
Read More Bethany, celebrate, God's love, love, perspective, special needs, valentinesEPIPHANY FOR THE YEAR 2012 :) Our FORTY Fabulous days of Fear Not are finishing. Someday, when I have time LOL, I’ll have to go through the Bible and find all 365 FEAR NOT verses! He must think that it’s pretty important or He wouldn’t say it so many times! The New Year is still [...]
Read More Bethany, Christmas, Cohen, encouragement, Finley, God's love, letting go, moving forwardWe’re celebrating a day early this year- yet Christmas is the season I intentionally don’t pin all my hopes and expectations on the perfection of our celebration, rather focus on the One who is PERFECT! CHRIST is Christmas and it is only the BEGINNING of the end. I hold Christmas in my heart until my King finally [...]
Read More Bethany, celebrate, Christmas, family, God's love, perspective, transformation, treasureIf we could see things from God’s point of view we might begin to grasp we live a wonderful life after all. * Everyone should see the original Frank Capra’s classic, “IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE”, with Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed. ”Does your or my life really matter? What would happen if you [...]
Read More Clarence the angel, Donna Reed, encouragement, fallen world, family, God's love, inspiration, It's a Wonderful Life, Jimmy Stewart, living between the trees, overcoming, perspective, transformation, treasure“Hi! How are ya?” The loud, booming voice grabbed my attention and everyone else s at the Dillon’s check-out line in the front of the store. absolutely no response from the woman ahead of me Undaunted, he tried again, raising his decibel level for good measure. “Hi! How are ya? “Are ya doin good?” The lady in front of me [...]
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