Grown in Faith

The young boy opened his one gift, that sat in front of him at his school desk. There were other kids that surrounded him too. Each child having one Christmas gift. Though the camera was mostly fixated on this particular extra grateful child. As he excitedly tore the wrapping paper that covered the box in…

Our grandparents have been staying with us this weekend and it has been such a blessing. Our boys have really enjoyed having them over too. I love watching them bond with them. Our youngest son has been very excitedly showing them his newest gift, while our oldest son shows off one of his favorite robotics…

There’s a little red horse, she sits on a platform that makes her spin, as she plays pretty music. This horse has been in my family for quite some years. My grandma always sat her out every Christmas and I have always loved watching her. Though now, more than ever. Over the years she has…

I was scrolling on Facebook and a friend posted a great quote. It stated that just because God says not yet, doesn’t mean that God is saying no. This resonated with me. Friend, I have felt discouragement when things do not happen on my timing, fearing that God is saying no. There was a time…

We had a project that needed to be completed yesterday evening, and my youngest son could not wait to be a big helper. He followed my husbands every move, with a willingness to help in any way that he was able. At one point I watched as my husband swiftly walked past me, our youngest…

The other day we celebrated Christmas at our house with some family. Our kids were gifted some great gifts and were very appreciative and grateful. Although when devotional time came and we talked about our blessings of the day; they both talked about the quality time spent with our loved ones. They did not mention…

My husband’s favorite football team lost a game the other day. Naturally, he was disappointed in his favorite team. Though we talked about it and came to the conclusion that sometimes, our favorite team loses and sometimes they win; though that must not stop us from supporting them. For a good, loyal fan, stands beside…

I used to work an industry where outward beauty was the central focus. We were required to be well-dressed, wear makeup and have our hair just so. I understand professionalism and the career in which I was in; though there was so much emphasis on the outer appearance. The pressure to keep up with it,…

If mirrors revealed hearts, what would we see What would be our reality Are we the people, we hope to be Are we who, we thought we’d see If mirrors revealed our mind What sort of things would it find Things that are pure or not so What would our mind show If mirrors revealed…

Animals are so awesome! My family and I have a few animals ourselves. They bring our family a lot of joy, as well as laughter with the funny things that they do. They also have a way of sensing when we just need a good snuggle or to be comforted. Aside from the joy of…