What We Wore Wednesday

September 3rd. Today is my Dad's birthday. It's been 47 days (to be exact) since my Dad left this earth to go live with Heavenly Father. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about him and miss him dearly. I know in my heart that he is always nearby. As today was approaching, I wondered how difficult it would be celebrating my Dad's birthday without him here. But this morning as I got out of bed and looked at the picture of my Dad on my nightstand...I felt love, peace, comfort, and joy. The only type of love, peace, comfort and joy that He can offer. True, pure and indescribable. I am so grateful for Him. I don't know what I would do without Him and I don't ever want to have to think about that.

Last night, Josh, E and I were laying in our bed cuddling and reading books together. All of the sudden, sadness came over E's face as she bowed her head and had this pouty look.

Me: "What's wrong honey?"

E: "I miss my Grandpa...I want him."

(I pushed her little body closer to mine and hugged her tightly)

Me: "I know honey. Grandpa is in Heaven. You will see him again. I promise you that. You know you can always talk to Grandpa and tell him how much you love him and miss him right?"

Within seconds, E stood up on our bed, tilted her head back looking to the ceiling and said "Grandpa? Grandpa? Can you hear me? Are you listening? I miss you Grandpa. I love you so much Grandpa. I will see you soon! Thank you Jesus. I love you.

My heart melted at that very moment and a tears fell down my face. 

 

 

(me) dress: down east  // belt: gift // shoes thrifted // earrings: thrifted // bracelet: TJ Maxx // watch: Target
(e) top: thrifted // leggings: thrifted // shoes: gift

Words For Wednesday

Friends. They are treasures in our lives waiting to be discovered. Coming in all shapes and sizes, they bring much laughter and joy into our lives. Yet, when life takes a down-turn, they become shoulders we can lean on, and hands that lift us up when we need them most.

When God created us, He never meant for us to be alone. He wants us to have friends who will love and honor us, just as we love and honor them. I thank God for all the special friends that He has brought into my life, and I trust Him to increase and sustain these quality friendships.

“The heartfelt counsel of a friend is as sweet as perfume and incense.”

-Proverbs 27:9-

Words for Wednesday

"God is the original initiator of love. 

Before you ever began wanting Him, He was pursuing you."

You may not realize it, but God is ravished by you. 

You make Him smile.

You make Him laugh.

You make Him leap and sing for joy. 

You make His heart beater faster.

The blemishes, scars, and extra 
pounds may weigh on your heart,
but they do not weight on His.

God loves your freckles. 

He loves your funky-shaped toes.

He loves your uniqueness.

He love the smile that only your face can radiate.

He loves you when you're awake, vibrant and full of life.

He loves you also when you are down, struggling, and lethargic.

He loves you just the way you are.

-Enjoying God by S. J. Hill

Words for Wednesday

Dress: Anthropologie // Shoes: Victoria's Secret

"In the search for our best selves, several questions will guide our thinking: Am I what I want to be? Am I closer to the Savior today than I was yesterday? Will I be closer yet tomorrow? Do I have the courage to change for the better?"

-Thomas S. Monson