Tuesday Tunes 40: No Matter What...

It's rainy outside. The weather is cooler and I am reminded again how great our God is. I know that sounds weird, but I sometimes forget. Sometimes I am not always mindful of Him and His greatness and goodness.

This is one of my favorite worship songs right now. I LOVE Hillsong United. They are one of my favorite worship bands and I LOVE the way they do this song. God is mighty and powerful. He saves us and all He asks for us in return is to love Him and believe in Him. So easy...



I just had to put another one with this one. David Crowder is another favorite. This is another one about God just being with us through everything. I listened to this song a lot while my Dad was sick. It is such a comfort to know that He is always with us. He never lets us go...

Manic Monday: Deep

Camping was fun...I am SOOO TIRED, though. It will take me a couple of days to recover. I should have slept like a log, too, but Jonathan has a cold. So, he was coughing and tossing and turning. I did not sleep well.

I will write more about camp tomorrow, when I upload some of the pictures. The kids were having such a good time that they both asked to go camping again next week. Even little Emma!

Today I am resting up. The kids will be, too. This coming weekend we will be painting the bedrooms. Jenny, Jonathan and I, that is. The kids will be hanging out at Granny and Grandpa's for the weekend. It works out well because they are going away for 10 days after that to San Francisco and Las Vegas. I am glad they are going. It has been a hard couple of years for them and they need a nice trip!

These Manic Mondays are getting to be a little bit deep lately. Anyway, I am sorry if they are seeming a bit much. I am just speaking from what I believe...


What is one thing that you would change about yourself if you could?
Perhaps I could be more like Jesus. I know that sounds so "hallmark Christian-y" but that is what I would really like. Everything else is not as important as that. That is most important to me, anyways.

Name three exotic countries you would like to visit:
Well, we have been watching the "Long Way Down" documentary with Ewan McGregor. They ride motorbikes across Africa. It has reminded me that I really want to go to Africa sometime.

Also, I think it would be fun to travel to Australia and see kangaroos in the wild. And perhaps Asia...If I had to choose an exotic place...

What do you think the secret to life is?
Having a relationship with God. (or coffee...Just kidding...)

Friday Fill-ins: Camping

I am going camping with the kids today. (And my parents and sister - my hubby is staying home!) It is supposed to be HOT all weekend, so we should be in for some good weather.

This is the first time, in a long time, that I am not packed! I have packed most of the kids clothes, but I still have to pack all of my clothes and a few other items. It is really stressing me out! (Perhaps I need a life! Remember that I am Monica from "Friends"!)

As you can read below, my mind is on camping!


1. Not being ready to go is not the end of the world.

2. Sitting here, listening to the sound of rain falling, I want to get up and dance and start singing. Or I want to have a nice cup of tea, by a warm fire and read a great book!

3. The first cup of coffee in the morning when the house is still quiet tastes so good!

4. Sometimes, putting others first is hard, but it is ALWAYS worth it and the right thing to do.

5. When my children hug me and say they love me that is breathtaking, really.

6. Well, maybe there is something to be said for being busy before a trip. At least then you are not watching the clock!

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to a wiener roast and smores and a campfire, tomorrow my plans include going swimming and Sunday, I want to eat ice cream and relax at home after a busy weekend camping!

I hope that you all have a wonderful weekend no matter what you are doing. I will tell you all about my adventures when I get back.

Tuesday Tunes 39: If You're Out There...

I've been looking back at what I have shared with you. I don't think I have shared this one yet, and I LOVE this song. Actually I love this whole album. John Legend is so good at song writing and has a nice warm voice. He is easy to listen to and this song really speaks to me. It totally reminds me that we are witnessing such an important part of history right now with Obama as president. Anyway, I hope you enjoy it, too.