Summer Night Sky

I know these pictures are not extremely clear, but I could not help but capture the sky as it stood. There is something about a summer sky at night-- there is nothing like it-- I would love to sit out there all night, but there are WAY too many annoying bugs that take away the pleasure from my view. What I love most is the sound of the tree frogs on a summer night. At first when I moved to the South it was so loud at night from the bugs and frogs that i could not sleep! But over the last 13 years I have learned to let them sing me to sleep. Now I love to open my windows and let the moonlight stream in and chirping frogs coax me into dreamland. I love to let the cares of the day melt away in the night air as the heat also slips away and the breeze comes softly through the screen. Each place I've lived has brought me different wonders - listen tonight as you drift off, what are the things that draw you into rest? Listen...

Summer Morning thoughts

Here are some shots of our first summer excursion to Carowinds. We had a great time while mom and dad were here visiting. Summer is in full swing and I am happy to be home with my kids. It was 104 degree's on the bank sign yesterday! I am glad for sun, but this is REALLY HOT! the humidity just hangs in the air and when you breathe in you feel the hot, dense air filling your lungs. There is no end to the heat- even at 11pm, it is steamy. It is a Carolina Summer-- that's all. Still, even in the intense heat- I am grateful for time with my boys. So happy to get up in summer morning and have a relaxing time. Read my Bible with coffee and then start our time together. This is my memory time-- my chance to ask them questions and seek their thoughts in return. I will not take the moment for granted- as time never returns to a day. There is not a way to get it back once you lose it- or waste it. My kids are my job- so I will greet each new day as a new opportunity to be an advocate for their future and challenger to their young minds. I am strong and determined- let them learn, let them have fun, but I will train them to be God-fearing & honorable men that will face the world with a noble character and strength of mind that does not waver in uncertain circumstance. I am the mother of three Warrior Sons- and one Warrior Princess. I will not waste my time wondering what the future will hold, but will train them to face difficulty with Grace and walk through hardship full of Hope. Then when they meet great success and blessing beyond measure they will walk boldly into the Destiny they have been created to fulfill. God help me today... Expectancy for the miraculous fills us as we seek our Destiny-- we choose to move forward! Lets do this--

Business cancels a quiet moment--

The sun calls me to my porch -- taunting me with it's silent begging. "come and spend time in my rays". I guess i could just give in... why not, work can wait I say. I am anxious to have some time to sit and reflect, so why do i keep resisiting the call of the sun? I think I want to have someone to sit with-- someone to share the moment with. These kind of moments are good for reflection alone, but for memory sake it is good to sit with a friend. My mind is restless, so today I will not sit. Too much to do to relax. One day i will sit, but today the birds will fly and I will not see them. The tree's will bend in the breeze, but I will not watch. The tree frogs will chirp- but I will be busy. Another day will come and I will make time for them- but not today.

Random Thoughts in snowy March

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When life gets hard it is good to reflect on times when we smiled, or sat peaceful somewhere and enjoyed the sunny days. There will be plenty of ups and downs, but one fact remains-- GOD IS ALWAYS  GOOD. He is the only thing we can depend on. Today I am forcing some truth on myself since my mind is running wild with questions and answers are not easily found. I  saw some fun pictures from summer and realized how fast time has already passed. In mid-summer, I was just enjoying my days-- in mid-winter, I find myself struggling for praise. How quickly we can lose sight of truth when our perspective becomes clouded with the storms we face. So... I decided to blog a little... and blog I did. My mind wandering again, as I wonder what the next 6 months will bring! The exciting thing is-- it could be Anything!! The scary thing is... it could be Anything! Only God knows my path- so as I walk I will pray...for insight, wisdom and MORE SUNNY DAYS!

Rainy but Sunny on the Inside-

Just took a new step- I finally found a gym that will work with my schedule! I'm officially a member now and worked out for my first hour this morning-- On the Road to a Stronger Me! Can't wait to Toughen up and get my energy level back up. This is going to be a good things on many levels-- :) Oh happy day!

Feb Weather -- so cold.

I find it strange that the month of "hearts" is one of the coldest months of the year! At least where I am- February is very cold and rainy. I am still glad for time to get things done though and it is easier to stay focused at home when the rain is pouring down. Someday I hope to make the time for good books on days like this, but right now my time is split between daily tasks and my sweet baby girl, who is growing into quite the little princess. Delaney is very busy girl right now- she continues to be very curious little person with lots of expressive moments to amuse me. I love being home with her and feel grateful for the ability to keep a smooth home for my family. It definetly is a full time job to be the "oil" that keeps the family engine in good working order. I have struggled with it sometimes, but then God reminds me of the alternitive and I feel glad again. So, a month of busy "home-work" will keep me focused and then it will be off to the races for spring sports and summer plans- I guess i better make my list and get busy! :) chat more later!

LETS RUN FORWARD

So-- into 2010 we go. January is here. The beginning of a new year always provides us options. You can choose to stay the same, or be different! Should we do more, or less? Should I make plans, or fly free of the chains of expectation? How many people will I touch, just being me- should i work at that? Interestingly enough, there are many many thoughts that we repeat every year. We pose some of the same questions to ourselves over again. If we do nothing different in 2010, then we will get no different results from what we have had in the past.  I DO have some very definite goals in 2010. Some I will share as the months go on and some I will keep to myself, but all will be on the list of "goals and expectations". Some of these things are a continuation of things that I have tried to conquer before and just needed more time, but others are new! The question always haunts me this time of year- "How much are you willing to change in order to REALLY reach the places you desire to go?". Each of us answers differently, or we don't answer at all... we allow our  mind to ponder this for months- wasting essentially the first few months that we could be running toward change. Maybe you do not have that many things to change--  or do not wish to start the year with expectation? I am content with my life in some things- happy for my blessings, my husband, my incredible children, but personally I intend not to coast this year. I will work at the things that I can control, pray for grace for that which I cannot, and ask God for wisdom to make the difficult decisions that are bound to pop up over time. I will make a plan and run the race with vigor- how far I get will be determined as time goes on, but you better believe that I'll be running! :) I speak courage to any of you that are wavering back and forth in the land of indecision- just choose a path and RUN!  It is always better to move in something, than stand around. Do not waste time wondering if it is the right path- you will find better things open up when you are moving. Clear your mind of confusion- Take a deep breath and GO!