The path to a laugh!

Please ignore the drool!

Sometimes you just can't control the slobber!

Catch (aka "Pass the Ball")

Here's some pics of Matt and Jacob playing catch in the yard today. I love to see Matt playing with our kiddos. Our boys are so blessed to have him as their father!

Just out of curiosity, do you call that "catch" or "pass the ball"? I say "catch" and Matt says "pass the ball" so I was wondering what all you readers think. Let me know!

Happy Mother's Day!

It's not easy being a good mom. It's not easy being a good friend. Somehow, you've managed to do both at just the right times. Thanks, Mama! I love you!

Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him. Ps. 127:3

Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her. Pro. 31:28

Seek Ye First...

I wrote this about a week ago (originally dated 4/28) and didn't publish it. I do that sometimes. It's my private journal, so to speak. However, tonight at First Wednesday, the speaker, Stovall Weems, also referred to Matthew 6, so I thought maybe I should publish it now!

At church, we're in a series called "Kingdom Builders." Yesterday, Pastor Matt referred to Matthew 6. The passage is familiar to most of us. The highlights for me were "Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be" and "Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need." I was reminded that all I have to do is give God priority in my life and he will give me exactly what I need. The love I need. The peace I need. The wealth I need. The joy I need. He's ready to give me everything I need, if only I would give Him everything He needs--priority! I don't need to worry or get stressed out. I just need to give God first place and He's ready to give it. What an awesome promise of God!


Father, You are such an awesome God! I just thank you for who you are. I thank you for promising me that if I just put you first, you will give me everything I need...everything! Help me to always give you priority in my life. Even when I get busy, Lord, lay that desire on my heart above all else. I love you Father and give you all the honor and praise! In Jesus' name...Amen!

Picture Pages!

Game Ball Glory!

It was a great game last night! Jacob was really on! He did a great job of fielding while playing outfield and catching behind the plate. But, he really shined at bat. He's a slugger. Each time up to bat he whacked that ball. But one at bat really stands out. It was the last inning, bases were loaded and Jacob was up. He fouled out twice and then he nailed it bringing in 2 runs. Check out the video Matt caught.

After the game, the coach always gathers the players together for a little talk and he also awards the game ball. Last night our Jacob got the game ball--YEAH!!! He has come such a long way and we are so proud of him and his efforts.

And just for fun, here's a picture of Elijah! Please, ignore the KFC/Taco Bell cup in the background...you know we're health food nuts around here!

New baby, prayer request!

Matt's sister Mary gave birth to a baby boy, Callum Albert William Burnett on May 2nd at 2:42am. She labored for about 25 hours and the labor was not easy. Please pray for Callum (and Mary and Iain) as he has pneumonia and will be kept in the hospital for at least a week. I know this will be a difficult time for Mary and Iain and baby Callum, but we know that God has a plan and is holding them in His hands. Thanks for your prayers!

Isaiah 53:5 But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed. NIV (emphasis mine)