Sunday, May 16, 2010

Love nest!



Just got home from spending an amazing week with my dear friend Cecily! From the time I arrived on Monday until the time I left on Friday it was non stop (shopping, decorating, visiting and painting) fun! Cecily is one of the most loving, nurturing, encouraging, kind, God seeking people I know! It was an honor to spend a week decorating her new house and helping turn it into a warm inviting home. I wasn't able to take many pic's but Cecily has promised to soon. In the meanwhile, here is one of several pieces I painted while I was there. I titled it 'Love Nest', because that is precisely what Cecily's home is! If only everyone could have a friend like her. Thanks, sweet friend! The pleasure was all mine!

Sunday, May 9, 2010

Full circle.....


Sometimes, life's sweetest moments occur when you are least expecting them. I'm still drying tears from reading Beth's blog. Every mother has a deep desire to love her children well. It is only when we realize that we cannot do it alone, daily kneeling before God for all we lack, that we succeed. I am honored to be called Mother. Is there anything greater? I can't think of anything more glorious than to bring forth life, love and nurture until it can do the same. Love full circle!
Happy Mother's Day! .....love is the answer.

Saturday, May 8, 2010

The Winner is.....


Congratulations to sweet Aimee, who is has a darling blog! Hope you visit soon! Happy Mothers Day to all you special ladies!

Sunday, May 2, 2010

Happy Mothers Day...Joshua 24:15 Art Giveaway!

Hey sweet Mama's! With Mother's Day upon us, I want to celebrate "the love" with another giveaway! But first of all, I want to say something that doesn't always get said. Something all you ladies need to hear! Thank you for being a mother! Thank you for loving and caring, protecting and sharing. Thank you for cleaning, cooking, reading, teaching, laughing, disciplining, bathing, buying, driving, comforting,coaching,nursing, hugging, dressing, brushing, tying, playing, walking, riding, throwing, skipping, dancing, fishing and countless more. Thank you for modeling grace and goodness, unconditional love and forgiveness. Thank you, for living a transparent life that will equip your children to do the same. Mothering, much like childbirth, isn't easy, but the joy far outweighs the pain ...and the end result is priceless!

So celebrate with me, the difference you are making in the precious lives around you. Resolve to be your best. Find help, strength, hope, wisdom, forgiveness and everything you need, at the feet of Jesus. God knows everything whether you tell Him or not, so don't hesitate to share your thoughts and concerns with Him. Turn your worries into prayers. He will release His power and His peace to flow throughout your heart, soul and mind. Kind of like an 'inner' spa, working from the inside out.

I know, it may sound too good to be true but I'm speaking from personal experience, here! I've had three little ones, a hard working husband, a tight budget and frequent
'pack up and' move's! Each difficult in itself, but my greatest challenge came from the heavy burdens I carried in my heart! Invisible baggage! Which you know can be tricky stuff. I would attempt to unload it on my husband........ and take out my frustrations on my kids. With no where else to turn, I tried God. It was there, in the arms of His love, that I found all I needed. One day at a time. He made such a difference that I invited Him to move in! Into my house, my heart, my mind, my soul. My past, my present, my future. He's the first one I talk to each morning and the last one I talk to at night. I don't go anywhere without Him! ...and it doesn't bother my husband or kids, one bit! In fact, after they saw the changes He made in me, they grew to love Him as well!

Again, celebrate the love, that flows through a mother's heart! His love! ...and only God knows
the difference it will make.
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If you'd like to enter the GIVEAWAY
and have an opportunity to hang a custom, hand painted Joshua 24:15 painting, in your home.

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I'm so excited to share this powerful scripture, in an artful way and look forward to collaborating with the winner so that it's extra special for you! The deadline is next Saturday, May 8th, at 10:30 pm. The winner will be announced before Midnight.

Have a lovely week.

Blessings and hugs to all!

Saturday, May 1, 2010

..:: Pictage | Event Photos ::..



...for all of you romantics, who can't get enough wedding pictures! Pour yourself a glass of ice tea, find a comfy chair and and enjoy Clint and Jenny's special day!