So when Thursday night came around {because I do write this post at night so it's ready to go Friday morning} I was actually feeling a bit of dread and overwhelm in having to think of favorites. As soon as I felt the resistance the more I knew I needed to actually start re-examining my week and unearthing gems scattered amidst the rocky soil of life.
taking Samuel to the doctor and developing a plan
laughing at Samuel's 80th percentile head -- despite seeing other numbers drop
rejoicing over Samuel's progress
unexpected moments with friends in Caribou coffee
{thank you Amy}
{thank you Amy}
spending time with Hannah at Target while waiting for Chloe to finish pointe class
my conversation with a random lady at Noodles and Company about Celiac Disease
the pat on my shoulder and encouraging words that the same lady gave when she left
Gracie's birthday pictures
buying bird seed at Lowes
having moments in my day where I can watch the robins enjoy that bird food
lawn fertilizer
not seeing stripes on my lawn from fertilizer -- at least yet
talking with my five year old, Caleb, about different jobs he might do when he grows up
Caleb's prayers
Caleb's prayers
and this prayer of his -- "Jesus, what job do YOU want me to do?"
being taught by my children about surrendering to the Lord
being taught by my children about surrendering to the Lord
folded socks
{I'm adding that because hopefully at some point this week they will actually all be folded}
{and, if any of my children are reading this post take this point as a not so subtle hint to fold socks}
{and, if any of my children are reading this post take this point as a not so subtle hint to fold socks}
moments spent chatting with my friend Maria
playing lotto with Elijah in the morning
empty tomato stems left by little boys who love tomatoes
cell phone chargers for the car
{seriously -- my phone would never be charged otherwise}
old hymns
words from old hymns that speak to me today
like these
I looked to Jesus, and I found in Him my Star, my Sun;
And in that Light of Life I'll walk Till trav-'ling days are done.
{from the hymn -I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say}
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I looked to Jesus, and I found in Him my Star, my Sun;
And in that Light of Life I'll walk Till trav-'ling days are done.
{from the hymn -I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say}
and
being reminded about the joy in life in all times
good days and bad
and
in those surprised moments when I decided to bring the outside gym inside.
I'd love to have you join in unearthing your own beautiful gems for this week.good days and bad
and
in those surprised moments when I decided to bring the outside gym inside.
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Have a joyous Friday!