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Sunday, April 8, 2012

Happy Easter!

He is risen, and by His blood, I am saved! 



He is the reason for the season! 
Happy Easter!

Friday, April 6, 2012

5 Things I'm Loving Right Now


I am very grateful to all the lovely ladies who remind us to look at our lives and share what we are thankful for. God is good and I need to always remember to be thankful! 

5 Things I am Loving Right Now!


1. Playgrounds

We have such an amazing time outdoors! I think he would stay outside forever if I let him. 
The problem is always trying to get him to come back in the house...

2. Spring Time

Oh spring time, how I love thee. I don't love sneezing but I love this weather! 
70 degrees is perfect! Last year we went from cold to hot and forgot to bring in spring :) 
I am very thankful for some of the early spring days we have had!


 3. Friendship
I am very blessed by the people in my life and I am thankful for my friend Holly! 
I am excited about the growth and change God is going to be doing in both our marriages as we go through our Bible Study Series "Love & Respect"
Love you girl!

4. Family Hockey Games! 
Oh what fun it is to get out and have some fun as a family!!!
LOVE IT!


 5. All the fun of dirt!

HAHA he is ALL BOY and loves his dirt and sticks! 
What fun he has playing in the flower bed. 

Come join in and share what you are loving! 

Also join in sharing with these ladies too!
What are you thankful for?

The Fontenot Four
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Elf House Chronicles a punk, a pumpkin and a peanut
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Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Tuesday Ten- Link Parties

Today I wanted to share with you some amazing link parties! Some of my favorites. 

1. Laura from Bits of Splendor

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It truly is the little, distinct things that make life big. The important thing is taking the time to see them and I believe it can be in anything. A project, a recipe, a special moment or milestone, maybe just a word or picture you found encouraging. 

"You will miss what matters most in life if you are only ever looking for the 
spectacular"  

2. Maegan from Chesterrific


5 Things I'm Loving Right Now!
Can be something coming up that month, or that day or week, or the book you're reading, or the movie you're going to see in a few days, or a new make-up you got, or shoes, or why your significant other rocks your socks, or a new recipe that is delish & makes you smile, or or or ... the possibilities are endless!  Just tell us what 5 things are making you super happy right now



3. Jami from Call Me Blessed



How will you encourage someone today?

Sharing what is on your heart

5. Christy Lee from C.Lee
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Please come and link up things that have brought you joy this week or anything fun you would like to share. Linking up is such a fun way to discover other blogs and I would love to read things you have posted about! XOXO

6. Emily from The Anderson Crew
So, I encourage you to Embrace the Camera too.
We have a link up every Thursday.
You don't have to be a mom to participate...as long as you are in the picture too, then you're embracing the camera.

7. Sarah from The Fontenot Four
The Fontenot Four
What are you thankful for? Share it here

Hello Hue Little Things
All you need to do is document throughout the week some 'little things' that are a blessing, that make you smile. Could be as simple as the smell of rain on the sidewalks, or a new coat of toenail polish. 

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Capture your week with nothing but a cell phone and then link up!




10. Rebecca from As Simple As That


Welcome to{simple things sunday}this week you guys!
This party is all about celebrating the simple moments and simple joys that make you smile each week. So grab that camera, snap a photo or two and come share with us each Sunday!

And #11 is my very own!
Today I posted about my first ever link party!
I am very excited and hope you all join in!!
Just link up your favorite post from this last week!







You can also stop by Linkyhere.com where you can find a directory of more amazing link parties!!
You can even add your own! 



I hope you all enjoy these parties and link up your own posts!!
Have a fabulous tuesday! 

I am also linking up to another great party!

Mom2MemphisandRuby

First Whatever Wednesday Linkup! (early)

Hi everyone, I have been wanting to do a link party FOREVER! I was thrilled when I won a year subscription to inlinkz from the lovely ladies over at Linky Here. Thank you so much ladies!!

This is my first ever link party and so I wanted it to be simple and fun! I thought I would just call it Whatever Wednesday- simple and to the point.  Each Wednesday you can stop back and link up here.
I am excited about this linky party because one thing I love most about the bloggy world, is meeting so many amazing people! I am in awe at all the fabulous ladies out there that have been extremely inspiring and creative!

This link up is a way for me {and others} to get to know one another! Even though this link up will be a Wednesday link party, I am too excited to wait and get started.

Just link up your favorite post from the last week or so. Easy Peasy!

Some simple requests
Please link back to my blog and spread the word and have your friends link up too!
Make sure you link up to a specific post and not your main blog page
Take some time and visit others in the party! Its a great way to meet new friends!

I look forward to getting to know more of you and read what all has been going on!




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Monday, April 2, 2012

Peace, or lack there of


Lately I have been struggling to find peace.  I have been trying to figure things out on my own.  I have been trying to make my own plans and do what I think is best.  This, as I am sure you all know, is a terrible idea.  It leads to sleepless night, stressful days, all around unhappiness, fear, and yes, lack of peace.

So today when I read this and really wanted to share this all with you.

JESUS CALLING - April 2 - by Sarah Young
I HAVE PROMISED to meet your needs according to My glorious riches. Your deepest, most constant need is for My Peace. I have planted Peace in the garden of your heart, where I live; but there are weeds growing there too: pride, worry, selfishness, unbelief. I am the Gardener, and I am working to rid your heart of those weeds. I do My work in various ways. When you sit quietly with Me, I shine the Light of My Presence directly into your heart. In this heavenly Light, Peace grows abundantly and weeds shrivel up. I also send trials into your life. When you trust Me in the midst of trouble, Peace flourishes and weeds die away. Thank Me for troublesome situations; the Peace they can produce far outweighs the trials you endure.
Philippians 4:19; 2 Corinthians 4:17


In the end when I finally realized I was not living the way God wanted, by having complete and total faith and trust in Him.  Only now am I able to start finding the kind of peace that comes from fully trusting God. 

So here I am, working towards letting go. Letting go of my planning and giving into whatever God has in store for me. It is not going to be easy, but I am certain God will guide me through and give me the strength and peace I need.  He is an awesome and powerful God- He is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow! 



Phil 4:6
Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.