Logan is proof, that God loves me

November 16th, 2009 at 3:15pm, I had living proof.

I was reading a blog this morning; one that I keep up with and enjoy reading because it's full of encouragement and insight on parenting, relationships, marriage, etc. This morning, that blog hit home.

For those of you that know me, know I say often, Logan showed me so many things that I desparately needed to know. Really, it's been my Creator who shows me through that little boy, all the time.
The night following Logans birth, I remember staying awake all night just holding him as his tiny body lay on my chest. I would close my eyes and listen to him breathing; those tiny breaths. I loved that child. Just as he was.

That night, God spoke to my heart. He said to me, " My child, I love you this much." That indescribable, unconditional love I had for Logan; my Father had for me. And even more. He showed me that through the birth of my son, I don't have to DO anything, I don't need to BE anything or anyone I'm not. He loves me. Just as I am, He loves me.
Logan doesn't have to DO anything, or BE anything other than who he is. I just love him. I always will, no matter what.

praise journal

I started doing something Mothers Day 2010.
I was given a Praise Journal, so I began my journey of jotting down all the praises and blessings, at the end of the day.
I've been doing this every day, for nearly one year.

I recently started going through this book, reading what I've written so far.

I can't put enough words on paper, or type out this elaborate story of all the blessings, favor, and praise over the last 10 months- I can't do this because none of that would bring appropriate honor, glory, and praise to God.

I got choked up as I read some of the things I've written, to SEE and read how faithful God has been.
I love this book, and I'll keep it forever. When I run out of room, I'll buy another one, and continue keeping track. At the end of the day, the last thing I want to do is go to bed worrying about how I'll pay for this, or that. Or afraid of what tomorrow, next week, may bring. Personally, I choose to think on things that are GOOD, and remember that He has been faithful to us. And why would He stop now?

One day, I'll teach Logan this excercise. It's elementary, simple. But so very profound. And one day, Logan will read and SEE how faithful God was, and is.

the moment after the moment

Most people live for the big moments in their work or ministry.

A promotion.
Record attendance and growth.
The completion of a major initiative.

Those are great, but there’s a moment after the moment that’s even more important that you need to live for. It’s the real measuring bar of your success. And it will determine how much you’ll be able to enjoy these big moments when they come.

And that’s the moment you spend reflecting and rejoicing with the people closest to you after the big moments.

With your spouse after the promotion.
With your family and friends when the church is growing.
With your staff after the completion of the project.

If your relationships with them aren’t right, the moment doesn’t really matter.

What does it really matter if you finally get the promotion if you’ve sacrificed your marriage on the altar of achievement to get it?
What does it really matter if your church is bursting at the seams in attendance if you’ve become an absentee father to your children in the process?
What does it really matter if your team has pulled off a huge accomplishment if you hate each other because of the way you treated each other while getting it done?

You may have won, but you’ve lost what really matters. And your enjoyment of the moment will be minimized. Because you’ll be reflecting and rejoicing alone.

So don’t just live for the big moment. Live for the moment after the moment. Continue to cultivate the relationships that mean the most to you even while pursuing the goals God has given you.

It will make the big moment worth it when you get there.
-Steven Furtick

it's the little things

It's the little things... and THIS made my day that Logan had such a great, and happy day himself!

sweet child of mine...

you're growing so so fast.. and getting sweeter by the moment....
love you TONS,
"Mamma"

for the first time

Last night Logan said "I love you" for the first time ever.

Those were the sweetest little words I've ever heard, in my whole life. \


Logan,
As I always say, "Mommy loves you to the moon and back, and more than chocolate ice cream!" More than anything in my whole life.

Mamma

Steven Furtick says it so well

Grace is power.Power to save. Power to live right. Power to talk right. Power to walk right. Power to give. Power to forgive. Power to do anything God calls you to do in His name. Power to pray. Power to overcome.
Paul could have lived in perpetual guilt for what he had done. Or he could have taken advantage of what God had done for him. But he didn’t. And look at what he became.
You have the same options.
Embrace the power of God’s grace and imagine what you’ll become.

Thanks to the Ginsels for this one! The noisiest toy ever.

snow days

Bella and Logan, and the Wii. Logan has started early!


Peek a boo!

Logan is, my little Miracle

Miracle~ Such an effect or event manifesting or considered as a work of God, a wonder or marvel.

Loganbear, you are THE most incredible son. I am so blessed to have you as my sweet boy. You have enriched my life, tons.