It's the Little Things

Lately, I'm learning that noticing and giving thanks for the little things makes all the difference in my attitude. It's easy to look past all that we have to be grateful for if we don't make a point to take note of it.

So, today, on this beautiful sunshiny day, I'm thankful for mercies that are new every morning, carefree summer days, and the chance to soak up some sun while my littles frolic. Every day isn't bright and shiny, but today is, and I'll take it.

The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places indeed (Psalm 16:6).

What are you thankful for today?

Until next time, grace and peace.

To All The Women Who Have Loved Me Well

These two love me so well. I'm so glad that God saw fit to make them mine. Happy Mother's Day, y'all! As I think about mothering these two little ladies and helping them grow into the women that God has created them to be, I'm reminded of the precious women who did the same for me.

On this Mother's Day, I'm thankful not just for my mama and my mother-in-law, but also for all the women who have loved me and shaped me over the years. I had the sweet privilege of teaching an older ladies' Sunday school class this morning. After class one of the women (who happened to be my assistant second grade teacher) came up to me and spoke some encouragement over me. It blessed my heart in big ways.

The truth is that I wouldn't be who I am without the influence of the countless godly women who have "mothered" me throughout my life. I've been so blessed by their encouragement and wisdom, and I can't imagine how I would have turned out if they hadn't taken the time to pour into me. The Lord certainly knew what he was doing when he brought us together.

Who are you thankful for today? Who has loved you well and "mothered" you over the years?

Until next time, grace and peace.

When Life Interrupts

I had big plans for this little spot this morning. They were plans of a hot cup of coffee, my Bible, my journal, and a couple of hours of uninterrupted quiet.

But then my littlest love woke up with a bad case of the sniffles, and we played hooky from school and got donuts on our way to the drugstore instead.

It's not the way I planned it, but that's OK. Life rarely turns out the way I expect it to, but I'm learning to roll with it. At least I'm trying.

So, instead of a morning out here, I'll take a bit of quiet time during naps instead. It all works out in the end.

I hope you're all having a wonderful week-after-Easter. My heart is still full of all the goodness of #HolyWeekWithJesus. I'm so glad I got to share it with you. I hope we get to read the Bible together again soon! I'll be leading a group through Ephesians this summer. More details to come as it gets closer.

Until next time, grace and peace.