A Quick Trip to Michigan

Just as we were about to say "goodbye" to February and "hello" to March,

I had the delightful opportunity to make a quick trip to Michigan.
There was a very special miracle baby who was celebrating her 2nd birthday,
and I was invited as a special guest to be a part of the celebration!
How could I say no??

It was much, much colder than my home in Texas,

but snow showers came down several days and it was just beautiful

to see and reminisce on how peaceful it is.
There is just something about how white snow covers so much

of the ugly!!

My dear friends kept our days busy and full of fun and friends!!
So much happiness and lovely memories were created!!

 

{Visiting dear faith family at Cornerstone Baptist Church}

{Creamy Lemon Chicken Rice Soup.  Yum!!!}

{Flint's interpretation of a "Greek Salad"}

Valentine's Day

"All things bright and beautiful...."
Such a lovely day!!

Valentine's Day "Jesus Love" Tea

As a Mom in the thick of raising kids, I'm watching the Grandma's.
Learning what to expect when my nest is empty.
Gathering ideas for how I want to age gracefully.
Choosing what I am going to do and what I'm NOT going to do.
Setting some goals and preparing now.

There's a lady in my church who I aspire to be like when

my grandbabies start arriving.
She loves all over her grown children and now her grandchildren.
In fact, she loves all over everyone!
She exudes joy.....and hospitality.
She is a picture of this scripture:

"And above all things have fervent charity (love) among yourselves:
for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.
Use hospitality one to another without grudging."
1 Peter 4:8,9

She doesn't let her schedule, time constraints,

or space constraints limit her desire to share the love of Jesus with others.

Again, this year, I was inspired by her love of sharing

her beautiful things,

and delightful treats, and fun activities
with a gaggle of giggling, squirmy little girls

at the big Valentine's Tea Party she threw in her home.

What joy!
What love we all felt through her!

Mom's Birthday

So many beautiful things came my way for my birthday this year!!
The weather was perfect!!  (Thank you, Good Father!)
Lunch was delightful!  (Thank you, my baby!)
Free treats!  (Thank you, Nothing Bundt Cakes!)
Birthday wishes from my students!  (Thank you, GBA!)

A visit from my oldest girl and her beau.....and they brought flowers!
(Thank you Lexi and Eric!!)
My favorite birthday cake EVER!  (Thanks to my Mom!)
Another birthday lunch treat for Italian food!!  (Thanks to my other Mother!)

It was all good and I look around in wonderment at how blessed my life is!!

Thank you, Lord, for another year to serve and love You!!