March 6, 2024

19 years ago I walked myself into the hospital awaiting the arrival of a beautiful little baby girl. Now 19 years later I walk my sweet girl into the surgery center for a 5th time in just as many years. The heart hurts more today than the body did that day. If I could take the pain of a c-section over the pain she will have to endure both physically and mentally over the coming weeks, I would. But I know this girl is a fighter. I know our God is bigger than even her fight. I know I will be there for her. 

As she grows perhaps she will weigh risk vs reward in her adventures. No more flips at the beach for her. Praying she will be free from the risk of further dislocations and have full range. Perhaps, The Lord’s plan is to allow her the experiences to empathize with others in her profession in her future. 

2024 The Way We Choose To See

“Many years ago a dear friend started doing what she called “Project 365”, 365 days of photos and counting your blessings. So I aim to choose to change my way of seeing things and set my heart and eyes, once again, on my daily blessings. Come along for the ride if you wish.” Those are the words I spoke again all too long ago. I have such a perfectionist personality, with many other faults to the same; ocd, ocpd, attention deficit, and I’m sure more. But it is that, that stops me from doing what I desire. Because if I can’t do it perfect, I neglect it completely. But where are the blessings in that? Where is the choice to see what you have been given and more importantly, who you have been given. So here’s to another year of trying.

January 1, 2024

We started the year differently than we have any other. We hosted a small gathering of my sister Brandi and brother in law Phill. Dustin hung a little. Kamden hung with us for the entire night. Skylar went to dinner with an old middle school, turned college, friend. We knew our children were with safe and trusted company and that brings a peace this time of year. 

My prayer for myself this year:

”Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God. Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace. For there is one body and one Spirit, just as you have been called to one glorious hope for the future.“ Ephesians‬ ‭4‬:‭1‬-‭4‬ 

Project 365 Begins 2023

Many years ago a dear friend started doing what she called “Project 365”, 365 days of photos and counting your blessings. So I aim to choose to change my way of seeing things and set my heart and eyes, once again on my daily blessings. Come along for the ride if you wish. Today’s blessing; 2 people that care enough about this lug, to redo her fencing last minute after she got out and chased a neighbor half way down the street. Not cool. But Adam and Dustin worked hard to resolve the issue. That’s a blessing because she needs her outdoor freedom so we can keep our sanity. 

I am so behind I’ll have to figure out how to post the pics from my phone. 

January 2020: Week 2

January 11

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January 2020! Week 1

My aim is to post a picture daily to remind me of my blessings. With each I will reflect on where The Lord is, in our lives.

January 4
My boy snuggling with the dog that he will deny loving. She has brought such a needed bond back to our family. She makes him smile, loves when he plays with her, and is such a love to all of us.

 I cannot help but acknowledge that my children are in youth group together. On a Saturday night, I do not neglect to praise The Lord that I have 3 children in service together.

January 3
One of my absolute favorite things to do is watch my children play sports. They each are strong athletes. I pray The Lord will make his plan known to this one as he approaches college decisions. I feel like He has a plan to use him on a sports field somewhere for His glory.

January 2
These two... Bailey was sick for 2.5 weeks and put our patience to the test. She blew up our floor, vomited daily, refused to eat. But it is a good thing that she is so loved.

January 1
5 Garrisons safely and happily under the same roof for a relaxing start to the new year. Just some hives and benedryl stopped Dustin from watching the ball drop.

Praying for a verse that speaks to this week.

January 2019 Week 1

January

Back in the Saddle

August 24, 2016!!
My goal... Get back to it! I miss capturing each of the blessings in my life, reflecting on how blessed I am and savoring the memory. So I am back! My blog was a place to truly bring each experience and reflect on it and how The Lord is with me.

At times our lives are a little crazy. At times I reflect back on those we've lost (miss you Dad (Garrison)). But Lord, please help me to be thankful for those I have today.