Spirit? Dimmed but not destroyed.
Heart? Bruised but not broken.
Joy? Dampened but not diminished.
Peace? Hindered but not hampered.
Happiness? Shaken but not stirred.
I trust that my God will not forsake me. Nor will my husband. Or my children for that matter.
When Jesus hung out with the children, I think He was onto something good. Faith like a child, and all.
Kids are so uncomplicated, even though they might look otherwise.
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They truly find joy in the little things.
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I am feeling a bit like that too (long story) but you are so right about God never forsaking us. I’ve been clinging to that promise, I know you are holding firm also.
(((Hugs)))
Cute photos. I love that last one. Kind of sums things up.
Hannah’s last blog post..Party party party!
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Hang in there Angella. Kids are amazing, huh? Praying for you….
Robyn’s last blog post..Feedback please
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In the valleys of my life – when I can remember – “In everything give thanks” (from 1 Thessalonians 5:18) – SO often this spins my perspective to that place where I can find a foothold to climb out of the valley … or more likely see the hand put there for me to take hold of.
Beautiful children and photos – as you say – think on those things.
Ann from Montana’s last blog post..Be careful what you wish for
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God has plans for each of us. And he will not forsake us. Holding strong to that can help anyone get through.
(HUGS)
Lisa’s last blog post..Let’s go fly a kite….Up where the sky is bright….
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Our children get us through the darkest times. Hang in there.
Sue’s last blog post..Things That Make Me Wanna Gouge My Eyes Out
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Yes, so true, once again, thanks for the reminder.
I hope you are okay, I’ll be thinking of you.
Hugs!
Kami’s last blog post..Been MIA
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I LOVE that shot of Nathan that is cropped with just his face in the corner. Nicely done.
Hope you feel better…would a playdate later this week help? We (meaning, I…you put me to shame with your discipline) could have cookies and I’d bake them myself so as to stop eating (and drinking) you out of house and home whenever I visit.
Amanda’s last blog post..What’s Up, Shortstuff?
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Everything will be ok.
*hug*
Thinking of you.
Marcie’s last blog post..Weekend Weather
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I say this whenever you post pictures, but it bears repeating. Your kids are gorgeous, and your photography is beautiful!
This morning I was reading Isaiah 40, and the last 4 verses are so awesome and encouraging, and seem especially applicable. It’s a beautiful chapter.
Sharon’s last blog post..Trevor Linden’s last night as a Canuck?
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Hi. I surfed in when Google directed me to your “irritated uterus” post. Now I’m sitting here in the hospital next to my wife (at 30 weeks on baby #2) reading aloud samplings of your thoughts. My wife feels reassured by your experiences, and thinks you have a beautiful family. Blessings in Christ, from both of us.
Matthew in California’s last blog post..Maria Machado
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As usual, beautiful pictures of the kids! I especially like the first one of Miss Emily!!
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You? Fantastic and kind.
Hugs? Bear-style and plentiful.
Bacon? Also comes in band-aid form. Literally. I will send you some.
I hope today is better than awesome.
Kerri Anne’s last blog post..Wherein Chris Seriously Considers Fleeing To A Deserted Island With No Wireless Connection
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ahhhh. you are so lovely
Ali’s last blog post..i promise not to quit my day job?
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Aw! Pretend I just gave you a hug!
That second last picture – the one with 1/4 of Nathan’s head – SO cool.
Mrs. Wilson’s last blog post..Update on the sickies
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Kids are still in touch with angels, I have no doubt of that.
xoxo
moosh in indy.’s last blog post..I will not eat eggs and Mrs. Butterworth.
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Oh goodness, Angella–I sure hope everything is okay.
Those photos are wonderful. Hug them bunches.
xo
The Over-Thinker’s last blog post..Don’t Hate ME Because I’m Beautiful–Kelly LeBrock, stay on your side of the fence and go mow your GREENER grass.
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lately I often feel sorry for myself…but then I read a post about how a new mother loses her newborn babe, and I feel selfish for not feeling more thankful for all the great things I have, instead of dwelling on only the negatives.
joyce’s last blog post..No place like home?
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Hugs
Victoria’s last blog post..Just Breathe
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Sending you Good Vibrations! (a la Marky Mark in his pre-underwear model days!)
Meg’s last blog post..PS
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Oh, Angella. I hope everything is okay! (The pictures of the kids are beautiful.)
metalia’s last blog post..It’s The Little Things
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Kids are something else! May yours be the source of encouragement this week. I am thinking about you and praying for you. (And sending you hugs!!!) The pictures of the kids are beautiful!
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Ahh… my children always pep me up when I feel down too. I hope you are feeling better now!
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