*A Random Act of Kindness-Shared*

I know I've posted something today, but I just had to share this :) 

Hello Terra,

We didn’t perform a random act of kindness on Saturday, but we did provide a family with a meal.

We were coming out of Kohl’s when we heard a man asking for help, over in the median of the parking lot, under a shade tree.

He first asked for some change.  He was sitting down with his wife and four children, aging from around age 4 to 12.   We checked our pockets and had no change.  My husband walked over to engage in conversation while I took our two kids to the car.

When my husband came to the car he asked me what did I think of picking up Chic fil A for the family.  I said sure.

We brought back a sandwich for each family member, 6 cold waters, and 3 fries.  My husband had me fill out a sheet of paper with our church’s information on it, so they could seek further help… anyway, I thought about your challenge in honor of your son.  It wasn’t random, but is sure felt good knowing we fed that family!

Have a blessed day! 

**I recieved this email today and it gave my heart the biggest smile. My reply was that her and her family didn't set out to do it so it was a beautiful random act.  She then told me they didn't even intend to go there, but instead somewhere else...but she felt lead to go to Kohl's. God is so amazing...our randoms are by His design!!  Boy this is such a blessing to me!!**

Fit To Forty

     Yesterday I posted on my social media page that I was exactly 2 months and 10 days (9 days now) away from my 40th birthday and that I am on a quest to a better me.  I set 4 goals for myself; one for each decade of my life; and I'm calling it "Fit To Forty"!

 

     The first was to pray more; being honest I know I could/should spend more time on my knees before God; seeking Him and to be more like Him. Second was to eat better; I sure do love the wrong foods way too much and I need to start taking better care of myself.  If I'm not healthy then I can't take care of my family and I certainly can't be about my Father's business.  

 

     Third is to exercise again.  This is something I used to do and LOVED, but life and time have happened and it shows...sighs.  And, the fourth is to write more.  I started this blog because I love to write and share my heart with anyone who wants to listen, but somewhere along the way I became slack with it.  I honestly believe it is part of what God has called me to do and it's something I love to do.  

     I don't expect to see dramatic results right away with any of these goals, but they say it takes anywhere from 21-61 days to create a habit and I've given myself that and a little bit more (I know I'll need it..lol). My prayer is to see lasting growth spiritually, mentally and physically for myself, those that I love and anyone I am blessed to encounter. 

     Sooooo...anyone with me!?!

Even In The Storms

There was a storm rolling through when I stepped outside last night and I looked up and saw this. It made me think of how we go through the storms of life and how it can feel like darkness is surrounding us on all sides; causing us to retreat on the inside. But, right there in the center of it all is God's radiant light showing us the way and always watching over us. Even when we can't see, He can! We just have to hold on to His unchanging hand and trust His plan for our life. My prayer for anyone going through a storm right now is that God will shine His light upon you; bringing you out on the other side with joy, peace and praise in your heart! Have a blessed and beautiful day friends!

Seeking What's Next

     The start of this school year, yes...my babies have started school already, has been a bit of an emotional roller coaster for me.  My two youngest will be starting middle school, (My bonus daughter hasn't started just yet) my middle child starts high school and my oldest will soon leave for college.  

     To say that I am a ball of nerves is truly a great understatement.  I feel like my younger two are just too "little" to be in middle school and my middle child is just too "mild" to go to high school. Now my oldest I fully believe is ready for college, but....well, I'm just not ready for her to go! Granted she is only going an hour away, but to not see her every day I feel will half about tear me apart. Yeah....I know, I'm working on getting it together...sighs!

 

     While dropping off my new high schooler this morning I realized that I was not going to be as busy as I have been in the years past.  My oldest was VERY active with sports, clubs and a lot of other things, that my middle child just isn't into...which leaves some "idle" time for me. What will I do with this time;  Will I be bored? Will I be sad? Will I be annoying to others with "my woe is me my child left me for college" attitude? 

 

     Then suddenly I felt a sort of calming come over me; I realized that God has plans for me during this time and instantly this gave me a bit of peace.  I'm not sure what those plans are!?!  I do know there are a few things that I used to do that I have let slip by the wayside and I also know that I can only expect great things from Him. So, with that being said I am looking forward to the days to come; praying that I see the doors God's opening and gracefully allowing the others to close. 

Random Acts Of Kindness: Remembering My Lil Buddy💛❤️

Hey family and friends today August 1st, the anniversary month of my lil buddy going to be with Jesus and the month that my family and I put our random acts of kindness in full effect. As I and countless others have said, to have known Richard is to know of his huge heart, love for God and for others. Even during some of his toughest days he still wanted to bless others and for them to know about God. So we, in his honor, choose this month to daily set out with random acts of kindness to spread joy, love and happiness. We would love for you to join us. Share your acts with us in the comments and I'll share them. I'd love to see how much kindness we can spread around as we continue to carry on his amazing legacy. ❤️💛❤️
#RandomActsOfKindness
#InHonorOfRichard
#AllForGodsGlory

Angel In The Clouds

So I was looking out the window at the clouds yesterday and I see what I think to be a halo above the big cloud, so of course I have to take a picture.  Then once I look at the picture I see an entire angel!!  Can you see it too?

Personal Life Lessons

Just some random thoughts of my own life lessons over the years.

*Grudges suck! Whether holding one or one being held against you; life, love and time are too short and too precious to stay upset and angry all the time. Let it go!

*Words are powerful! The tongue may be the tiniest of muscles, but it has the power to uplift or break down, speak life or destroy. Choose carefully.

*Prayer is the most powerful preventive or defense we have! We may not have the right words all the time, be able to give someone the help they need or even know what is going to happen, but prayer reaches and touches in ways that we, physically, may never be able to. It may be all we have, but it is the most powerful because of who works on their behalf’s. Pray often!

*Time with my children/husband/family/friends is precious! We are not promised tomorrow or even the next moment so the time we do have needs to be cherished. Especially with my husband and children…even when they drive me crazy and I’m driving them all over the place, God is teaching me to be calm in the moment and be thankful for the time. Spend all the time possible!