J.J.A.C.S a few E's and Pastor T.

two years ago today changed my life, and i

wouldn't go back to my old life for a bazillion dollars.

for a host of reasons.. but the main one???... friends.

the ones that stick by you even when your ugly insides come out.

the ones that trust and i trust them

the ones who laugh with me not at me

the ones who forgive and really do forget

the ones that give you a chance to become something more.

the ones that pray with you and for you

the ones that model a relationship with God that inspires.

if i wasn't "flippant and insubordinate" you would have never become so important in my life, and for that i'm very very very thankful to a God that knew i needed you all in my life.

ode to all moms.

somedays you just gotta get it done for the sake of the team.

the bottom of "U".

you are hurt,

you are hurting.

you are alive, but bruised.

your former great big public wins are now little bitty personal and private wins.

your sad

your being sifted.

it is hard, but it is worth it.

it is not fun, but it is necessary

it's necessary to realize that you are not on a level path.

your moving along very precariously, but keep moving.

allow yourself to slide down this current path..onto the bottom of the valley.

the bottom.. where you can only look up to the One who creates a firm and straight path. a path that doesn't allow you to climb up either side again. a firm path that's level, sure, trustworthy, and full of grace and mercy.

when you walk there.. on the bottom.. with your face lifted up there is no more room for yourself. only God.

and that's the main thing.. it has nothing to do with you but it has everything to do with you relying on God to keep you there on the bottom of "U."

Teach me to do your will, for you are my God! Let your good Spirit lead me on level ground! Psalm 143:10.

weekend memories.

if you build the playset 20 steps off of the deck.. the children will

play on it whatever thier age.

being FIVE on a holiday weekend is totally worth it.

messy art is always the funnest.