One of Tierney's favorite things is to use Mommy's camera and snap photos. I usually don't let her play with my camera and instead hand her the kid's digital camera to snap photos on (the camera is real, but doesn't take spectacular photos and it isn't the same in her mind). The times that I have let her she takes some interesting shots of the floor, the carpet in particular, or shots up her nose. It's pretty funny when you're looking through the camera and see what she takes.
But, recently, I gave in to her almost daily request and handed her the camera. I showed her how to point it at something, other than the floor and up her nose (ha!), and let her get to work. She decided to take pictures of me. So, we went back and forth taking goofy shots of each other. We were cracking up. She's such a fun little girl. And, we even caught Daddy in the midst of our crazy photo shoot.
Here are some photos... Enjoy!
AND... This post wouldn't be complete if I didn't post a couple photos of my oldest and youngest.
Miss Sensitive to the sun
Liam loves to swing - I just need to make the baby
As I have mentioned in a previous blog, the bible study I am in is teaching me a lot. During a lesson today, I came across this sentence: "Perhaps the most grateful response we could ever offer God for our restoration is to help another be restored." I love this!
I am going through a season of life right now where I know I will come out stronger on the other side.
There are times when I get overwhelmed by it all and frustrated and not so compliant for God's Will in my life. However, through the sentence above, I felt that God was speaking directly to me. It's as if He is saying, "I know you've been struggling and I understand and am always here, but there is a light at the end of the tunnel. And, when I help you reach that light, I don't want you to sit and do nothing. I want you to use what I've pulled you through and help pull others through for me. To be a light for me."
I'm just in awe of the God I serve. That even through our trials and tribulations, that He can speak so directly to our hearts that there is NO denying it. That He knows where our hearts are, He knows the plans He has for us, and He knows that when we come to Him and trust solely in Him, He can finally reveal His plan for us.
- A new baby will be born into our family this year. My sister-in-love, Kristi and her husband Zac will be welcoming a sweet bundle of joy. She is due September 15. This will be their first baby and we are so very, very excited for them!! Even though she lives in Georgia, I can't wait to walk this journey with her.
- I've always thought Brooklyn was a 5-year-old trapped in a teenager's body. That was confirmed for me on Sunday, when during our Super Bowl party at a friend's house, she holed up in their teenage daughters' rooms playing games, watching movies, etc. She was completely in her element. And, she keeps talking about it. All. The. Time.
- The girls were playing dress up yesterday morning and convinced me to dress Liam up too. When I sent Daddy a text of his boy dressed in a bright pink frilly dress, he called me and said "Why is my boy wearing a dress?" Ahh, the joys of having sisters!
- Speaking of dress up, Tierney is all about dress up lately. At any given time, you can find her with 3-4 necklaces on, a bunch of bracelets, a play wedding veil, dress up shoes, etc. I love what a girl she is. It's so fun!
- Kevin locked himself out of his car last night. Or, as he likes to put it his car locked him out. He went to leave work. He started his car and got out to scrap ice off the windows and dust off the snow. When he was done, he went to get back in his car to come home. Instead, he called me in a panic saying he didn't know how it happened, but he was locked out and needed the kids and I to rescue him, which we did.
- Really working hard to get some real estate stuff going, so if you or anyone you know has a real estate need, remember me. It would be my pleasure to help!
- As a friend said, "There are times the enormity of shaping these little lives is overwhelming. It is such a HUGE responsibility and I feel unqualified." But, during my bible study time today I was reminded that God is using me to shepherd my children and that I'm supposed to view that as an official assignment and not just my role. And, with His help and this knowledge, I know I can do it.
- Last thing: Anyone else watch Pretty Little Liars on ABC Family? If so, who do you think is "A"?
I'm doing the women's bible study at my church. We're studying Beth Moore's David: Seeking a heart like His. I've never done a Beth Moore study before, and I knew by week one, why everyone else I know that has done one of her studies, loves it. The way she brings things together is simply amazing and makes you look at things differently and through fresh eyes. I've already learned so much and been convicted several times, and we're not even halfway through.
Doing the study, and the daily homework, reminds me that I am a total work in progress, and that's okay. It is actually the way God intended it. He doesn't want us to get too comfortable in our skin. He wants to challenge us. He wants us to keep striving to be the best version of ourselves and to submit to His will for our life. He wants us to serve others cheerfully and lovingly. And, he wants us to be real with Him.
One of the homework studies dealt with crying out loud to God telling him all your troubles. He wants you to be specific, not superficial. That was a complete eye-opener for me. We've all had our struggles, and at some point, I'm sure we've prayed for God to help us through them. I know I have. But, I can say that while I've prayed for certain things, I am not sure if I was specific, giving Him every minute detail of what I was struggling with. I figured He knew, after all He knows everything. But, when I was doing the homework and then discussed this part with my small group at bible study, it was clear that the Lord was laying it on my heart that I needed to get specific and give Him the nitty gritty details. And, oh my goodness, let me tell you what a blessing this is. Give it a try, if you haven't - I highly suggest it. Does it mean that any struggle you have is fixed immediately? No. But, it gives you hope during the "waiting" period of life and it lets you be real with your Creator, and that's something you need and He treasures.
This song really speaks to me during times when I am having a struggle and am waiting on the Lord for guidance or for an answer. I'm hoping it speaks to you to.
While I'm Waiting lyrics
I'm waiting
I'm waiting on You, Lord
And I am hopeful
I'm waiting on You, Lord
Though it is painful
But patiently, I will wait
I will move ahead, bold and confident
Takeing every step in obedience
While I'm waiting
I will serve You
While I'm waiting
I will worship
While I'm waiting
I will not faint
I'll be running the race
Even while I wait
I'm waiting
I'm waiting on You, Lord
And I am peaceful
I'm waiting on You, Lord
Though it's not easy
But faithfully, I will wait
Yes, I will wait
I will serve You while I'm waiting
I will worship while I'm waiting
I will serve You while I'm waiting
I will worship while I'm waiting
I will serve you while I'm waiting
I will worship while I'm waiting on You, Lord
Over a year has passed and this blog has remained silent. That makes me kind of sad. As I was filtering through my blog archives, I laughed at some of the stories I shared of things my kids did or said. I loved that this blog served as a place to take a walk down memory lane. I had so much fun reading, and remembering the way I felt when I wrote each post. My reason for not posting doesn't lie in me having nothing to say, or nothing going on in life, or any type of self proclaimed internet strike. Whatever the reason is really isn't important. I just know that I miss blogging. I want to have a place where I can record the goofy, sweet and crazy things that life brings. And so, I'm entering the blogging world again with a new name and a new look.
When I started my blog back in 2006, I named it "My Lil' Corner of the World," and while I do still love this name and feel like it applies to my life, I decided to change the name. And, with the help of a very dear friend, Jenn, my blog is new and fresh. Since my last post in 2009, my life has gotten busier (I have three kids), a bit more crazed (balancing three kids and household stuff with my real estate career) and every day I work hard to keep my sanity. This is the life that the Lord has given me and I always want to count every blessing I am given, treasure each day, and remember to walk in the path He chose for me.
So, welcome to my new blog "Sanity of Small Doses." I hope you'll stop back by.
We all had such a great time dressing up for Halloween. And, the kids really enjoyed going trick or treating. Here's some fun photos of the four of us Brooklyn (the cheerleader), Tierney (the inky black kitty), Kev and I (roman prince and princess), our niece Kendall (Tinkerbell) and our nephew John (the baby footballer).
We hope everyone had a safe Halloween. And, we're really excited that Thanksgiving and Christmas are right around the corner! This is by far the best time of year!!!!
I have known Kevin for 20+ years, we've been a couple for 14 years and we will be married 8 years this April. He's the love of my live, my best friend and the man I chose to share my life with for better or for worse.
The Oldest
Brooklyn made us parents in 2005. She is incredibly smart, totally into fashion, loves Taylor Swift, loves learning about God, adores her baby brother and little sister and is our people pleaser.
The Middle Child
Tierney joined our family in 2008. She's sassy, vivacious, spunky and full of life. She fits the role of middle child well. She loves playing with her big sister and thinks her baby brother is amusing.
The Baby
Liam joined our family in 2010. After all the pink, princesses and drama, we finally got a boy. He's a charmer, a snuggle bug, a cuddler and can melt you with his smile.
