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I Would Like to Be…

Every once in awhile, amidst the daily grind of parenting, there are moments that stop us in our tracks and make our hearts skip a beat. We whisper thankful prayers that they are getting it.

Sure, we want our girls to be successful, happy and well-liked but, more than anything else, we want them to love the Lord with all their hearts. We want them to blow us out of the water with how they love God and serve others. We are not the best examples of that and often pray that, in spite of us, our children will be 100% all-in.

Lauren came home from school last week with a paper she wrote.

It brought tears to our eyes…

…because it read:

I would like to be the leader of…a kids worship band. The church I would lead for would be called “New Song.” I go to the kids service all most every morning. The worship songs are awesome. The band would be perfect for me. I fit all the things they need. One I have a buetiful voice. I also love the lord with all of my heart. That’s why I would want to be a worship leader for New Song!

She’s 8. Eventually, she’ll learn how to express both self-confidence and humility. But may she always, always believe that she can accomplish anything for God with the gifts He gives her.

Love is in the Air

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Are You Learning Anything New?

More About You Mondays

Lauren is learning to knit (her babysitter knits and gave knitting needles to Lauren…is that what they are called? Knitting needles?). She is also taking an art class focusing on drawing animals and nature. Dave is learning how to make videos for church. I’m learning how to refinish wooden furniture. The wooden trunk I am working on is my first and will be my last refinishing project! I’m also learning to cook various green vegetables. This week’s new vegetable is broccolini.

Broccolini, aka baby broccoli. Yes, it is this green!

Today’s More About You Monday question is: Are you learning anything new?

Jasmine and Jade

Thanks to my father-in-law, we now know what is growing in our yard. Among the various plants, flowers and trees, we have:

Jasmine, which smells wonderful and Jade, which is such a pretty plant.

Jasmine

Jade

I am really looking forward to spring to see what else blooms in our yard. For the one millionth time I will say, “Thank goodness that our rent includes a gardener!!!!!!”

Wednesday Morning Fever

Even when she is sick (102.9 fever), she still loves her train.

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