Happy Father's Day

Happy Father's Day Babe! I wanted to find a way to honor you and let you know what a great dad I think you are to our babies. So here are some of the things I think make you an extra special daddy.


1. You laugh at the kid's jokes even when they aren't funny.

2. You strive to make our daughter feel like a real princess.

3. You let Ben ride on the mower with you even though it would probably be faster and easier without him.

4. You can make even things that aren't fun like brushing teeth and going to bed an adventure.

5. You say I love you all the time.

6. The kids feel like they can talk to you because of your grace and kindness with them.

7. You always make sure to give them hugs and kisses before you leave each day.

8. You leave them little notes even though they can't read.

9. You give in to their silly wants like blue and pink cups after you have already poured milk in a red one, an entire glass of milk with cereal (which is totally unnecessary), sitting in the number two chair, or doing it over because that isn't the way Mommy does it (as Grace would say.)

10. You can be a kid with them and find the true joy in being a parent even though being a parent can be exhausting.

I see in you the heart of our Father, you have a deep desire to really know our kids, not just to raise them to be good people that make a difffernce in this world, but to really truly know them. To know their passions, their weaknesses, their loves, likes, and dislikes. To know their true heart and soul and to guide them and direct them according to that, not according to what job will make them most successful or what school will make them the smartest. I love the way that you love them. No we don't always get it perfect, shoot sometimes we can make a real mess of a situation, but I know and believe with my whole heart that our children know already at their young age and will grow to understand even more that their father loves them with the heart of the Father and that love will transcend all things both small and big. I love to watch you love our children and when I hear you call Ben "daddy's boy" or Grace your "little princess", or see you take the time to let Ben ride in the red car, or spend time with Grace when you are tired after a day's work just because she needs her dad I am so thankful that you are the father to our children. They are blessed to have you as their daddy and I am blessed to be your wife. Thank you for loving us the way only you can. You are our hero!

Love your Wife

Marseilles Dress SHABBY APPLE GUEST GIVEAWAY!!!!

Marseilles Dress SHABBY APPLE GUEST GIVEAWAY!!!!

Love this dress, I want to have it! Had to link in hopes of adding this lovely dress to my wardrobe!

We are Army Strong

So . . . what does the army have to do with my blog might you ask? Peter is taking a job with the army, he is swearing in as an active duty soldier on Monday. Shocked? Most people have been when we have told them. So here are the details and answers to the most commonly asked questions. 1. We don't know where we are going yet it will take 30 to 90 days to get orders to where we will be stationed. 2. No, he does not have to go to basic training. He is not enlisting in the army, but is being commissioned as an officer. Which actually takes approval through the Senate. 3. He will be going in at the rank of captain. 4. Yes, we are super excited to start this new adventure in our life!

So if you know anyone who would love to purchase our beautiful home in a great neighborhood with a great yard, it is officially for sale because we are moving!

The Promise of a Mother's Prayers

I have a devotional book called "The Promise of a Mother's Prayers" and it has been my favorite for years. I have probably gone through it at least 4 different time and am on my 5th. The book is divided into 31 different 2 page devotionals where Scharlotte Rich talks about the real deal of being a mom. She breaks the supermom myth and talks about the reality of what every mom struggles with patience, unconditional love . . . all the time. Here are a couple of the prayers that are included that have really stuck with me these last few days.

This one was after a devotional on what legacy you will pass onto your children:

Lord, thank you for the new legacy you have given me as your child of grace. Help me pass the things you have taught me on to my children so they can start a little ahead of where I was. Give me you wisdom as I raise them. Help me understand their strengths and teach them to follow you.

I pray for my children, that you would break any hold past sins and family weaknesses would have on them. Let what has been hidden come to light. Put your wall of protection around them. Grow their strengths and give them courage to walk in your ways, even though sometimes they will have to walk a differnt path from their friends and acquaintances. Give them hearts that are soft toward the things that matter to you. Prevent any ungodly legacies from being passed on to them. Please give each child a special gift that he or she can use for your glory and pass on as a new legacy.

After a devotional on not being a "perfect mom":

Thank you Father God, that your love is not based on my performance. Please open my eyes to any ways I may have unintentionally placed unrealistic expectations on my children. Please replace my worries with faith in you. Please help my children learn that you are trustworthy and that your love is on based on their performance.

i just loved these two, so I thought I would share. I have to say there is nothing more powerful than praying for your children and seeing what you have prayed for grow in them.