When it boils right down to it my blog is my story. My forum to share things that are important to me, that inspire me, that move me.
While the situation that I'm praying about is not my story to tell, I am requesting something from my readers, whoever and wherever you are. I know some of you share my faith in the Lord and so I am trusting that you will join me in fervent prayer for the Clark family. Because that is where my heart is and will be for a very long time. Think of this as somewhat of a prayer chain.
"And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose." -Romans 8:28
Blessings!
12.15.2011
Somebody's Birthday...
It's a certain Somebody's birthday today. They are turning 21. They are sitting at home playing the Wii. Obviously they know how to party on their birthday. They have asked these questions 67823 times a day for the last 2 weeks: "What did you get me for my Birthday? Are you tired of me asking that question yet?" Any guesses on who's birthday it is?
SENOR SMARTY PANTS. You are correct. Honestly I'm thankful the day is finally here.
Ok, let's go eat some cake!
But seriously, Happy Happy Birthday Senor Smarty Pants!
Blessings!
12.12.2011
12.08.2011
.s.n.o.w.
I'm in love with it.
I'm currently working out the logistics of such an event.
That is all.
Blessings!
12.06.2011
Favorite Saturday
I woke up to snow Saturday morning. I love snow. Some people can't stand it. But here's the thing with weather; you can't change it, you can't control it. Disliking a certain type of precipitation will not make it go away. Whining and worrying about the cold white stuff will not make it disappear any quicker. So embrace it. God's got it all under control anyway. It's beautiful.
Getting off soapbox.
So mom came and woke me up and asked if I wanted to go into town with her to get the essentials and some extras at the grocery store. We bundled up and headed in.
The grocery store was a pretty happenin' place. A. Because it's Saturday and it isn't open on Sundays. B. Because of the Winter Wonderland we were residing in and everyone was thinking the same thing "I'm out of bread, milk, and eggs."
The bread shelves were quickly becoming slim pickins'.
Story Time:
While in the store a boy about 10 or 11 came in. He was in his insulated coveralls, boots and had a stocking cap on. Cheeks were rosy and you could tell he had walked to the store. When we met up with him in the bread isle he was juggling a gallon of 2%, butter, and trying to grab a loaf or two of bread. It was all I could do to not say, "Hey kid, lemme take your picture."
The weather made everything seem more wonderful. The grocery store was inspiring for heaven's sake.
I was again reminded of how thankful I am to have this place to call home. All day I kept thinking "I love today."
It was quite a snow and while the streets had been cleared at one point, it kinda just became a waiting game.
I had never noticed the different colored mailboxes before and the snow made them pretty picturesque.
And the mailbox madness continued.
Lucy LOVES the snow. She runs and jumps in and out of the biggest drifts she can find. She is such a happy and ditzy dog.
Jake came over to play with Evan. The perfect snow covered law is now gone. It looks like a heard of elephants went through.
This picture isn't that great of the boys but I feel like it shows Lucy's excitement. It's ridiculous. I think this is the beginning of her 10 minute adventure-we have no clue where she went, we are just glad she came sprinting back.
Our Christmas lights were stunning. In the Winter, snow makes everything prettier.
Even this rusty old pickup.
Blessings!
12.05.2011
12.03.2011
A Marshmallow World
"It's a marshmallow world in the winter
When the snow comes to cover the ground
It's the time for play
It's a whipped cream day
I wait for it the whole year around
Now those marshmallow clouds being friendly
In the arms of the ever-green-trees..."
Blessings!