Nat's Knapsack

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Tuesday Ten- Link Parties

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

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?

4. Casey from The Wiegand's

Sharing what is on your heart
5. Christy Lee from C.Lee

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

What are you thankful for? Share it here

8. Lindsay from Hello Hue

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.

9. Jeanette from Life Rearranged

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!

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!

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!

source

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.

Friday, March 30, 2012

Friday Coffee Date

Good morning friend, I am glad you stopped in for some coffee. I have tea, pop or water if you would rather. I want to say that I really enjoy these friday coffee dates. It sometimes the one day that I am able to really sit back and share.

Its been a good week, it actually went really fast for me. I am still in shock it is friday. I will say that the last few days I have been taking it a little easy. I am having some abdominal pain and not able to get around as quickly as I would like. {nothing I can't handle though} I would just ask that you say I quick prayer that God reach down and take it away. I know He can!

In Nov I ended up in the ER with a ruptured cyst and I am praying this doesn't turn into a replay. So for now, I am taking it easy. I am truly blessed with an amazing husband who has been so great. He gets me pain meds, makes me dinner, helps around the house and this morning he got our son out of bed before he left for work. Giving me a little more time to relax in bed til I hear little feet coming in my room. {I do love seeing him come find me!}

This week has been cooler but the last two days have been nice so the little and I spend some much needed time outside! I am pretty sure he would live outside forever if I let him.

He absolutely LOVES to collect sticks. He walks around saying "sticks, sticks" I love it!

He even put some down to go chase after a little girl on her bike. Oh boy...

But what a cutie!!

I have also been busy reading The Hunger Games. I am sure you have all heard of it by now. I think I was a little behind and just started a week ago. {oh and just some info, if you are an amazing prime member you can borrow these books from amazon for free!)

I finished the first book and am starting the second. I stayed up til 2am the other night to finished book one. I didn't want to go see the movie before I finished the book and I am really excited for a girls not out with a friend! Now to find a day that works- YAY!

I am also reading another book for small group (Love & Respect by Dr Emerson Eggerich) I mentioned it last week and so far it has been amazing. I truly am looking forward to whatever God has in store for us and the other 3 couples in our group!

Anyway, I better run. My son has finished his breakfast and its time to play.

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

I look forward to hearing from you and anything you have been up to!

Don't forget, you can have another cup with Chrissy from Boerman Ramblings, Nay form Cover to cover, Faith from The Life of Faith and link up with Alissa from Rags to Stitches.