To My Mom........

I haven't written a blog in a while. Not only has live been busy with summer in full swing, but my heart has been heavy for my Mom.

This blog message goes out to my Mom as she continues to struggle with her cancer. Even as I sit and type this she is at home recovering from yet another surgical procedure to get the bile flowing through her duct that is blocked by her tumor. Even though her body is weak and she continues to struggle her heart is growing stronger and more beautiful everyday! She is truly a beautiful woman on the inside! God has given her a peace and joy that only He can give! I am amazed as she encourages me to not grow bitter or angry at the circumstances but to choose joy and surrender.

Thanks Mom...I know you are faithful to read my blogs and continue to be involved in my life. I love our talks everyday and looks forward to it tomorrow! I love you Mom!

Random Act of Kindness

I always thought random acts of kindness were really cool! Blessing someone who least expects it for no reason at all! Today I was the person to receive a random act of kindness - and it truly made my day. This goes out to the random lady in the red BMW...thanks!

I knew it was going to be a long day. Before the busyness began I took the kids with me to our local coffee shop for a latte (I needed some caffeine) for me and a couple hot chocolates for the kids. As I was waiting in line to pay for my drinks the lady tells me my drink is free. "What? Why?" I ask. "The lady in the drive-in line wanted to give you her free drink," said the lady who worked there (this coffee shop gives out punch cards - buy 10 drinks get 1 free). I guess she saw that I had my hands full and needed the free drink more than she did. Whatever the reason was, that was so randomly kind of her. I never saw her face...just her red car drive off in the distance. It is good to know there is still really nice people out there. I know it was only a latte...but still I needed that today!!

Low Tide Exploring

Today we took the kids on a science trip to the beach to explore one of the lowest tides of the year. It was very rainy and cold but we had a lot of fun! We saw lots of Star Fish and other sea creatures. We found lots of puddles to jump in and rocks to throw. We didn't come home with any shells (the beach police would be very proud). One of the joys of living in Seattle is being so close to the ocean!


Jeffrey about ready to jump in a puddle of water. He got very wet!
Check out how close the fairy is to the shore!

My sweet Lana looking a bit chilly!


Luke checking out a Star Fish. We tell Luke often how life would be so boring without him! =)