The Gift of Grandparenting

To be chosen to be a mom and birth 10 children was a gift in and of itself and now the Lord has been so gracious to bless us with grandchildren and I am in awe with Jesus.  Since we have just one daughter it has been my prayer to be close to my grandchildrenContinue reading “The Gift of Grandparenting”

Home Sweet Home

We are so grateful to be home!  The journey back home has been very long.  Along the way there have been losses, disappointments, confusion, frustration and sadness.  There has also been much joy, peace, grace, growth, sweet fellowship and love.  Through it all God has been apparrent to me.  He has ministered to my heartContinue reading “Home Sweet Home”

Not My Will, But Thy Will Lord

The LORD will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O LORD, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands. Psalm 138:8  It is with great sadness that I share that my pregnancy will end in a loss.  Yesterday morning I began to spot, later that afternoon I had an ultrasound whichContinue reading “Not My Will, But Thy Will Lord”

Baby Bowie #11…A Test Of Our Faith

It\’s been one week since I had my first visit to the doctor for \”Baby Bowie #11\” and though my hcg levels are low there has still been no sign of miscarriage.  I am grateful for my faith in God!  Last week when I first heard of the possibility of a miscarriage I was notContinue reading “Baby Bowie #11…A Test Of Our Faith”

Recreate, Repurpose, Renewed Home Decor and Home Furnishings

Eight months ago, I didn\’t think I\’d be handcrafting home decor and renewing home furnishing again, but look at God.  As a result of our home fire and now our need for furniture and home decor, I began my journey of purchasing used, sturdy, solid wood pieces of furniture to renew (as seen below) andContinue reading “Recreate, Repurpose, Renewed Home Decor and Home Furnishings”

Children are a Heritage of the Lord

I am so grateful to the Lord for His mercy and grace which he has showered upon our children during this season of our lives.  Through the fire I have seen Him draw them unto him intimately as I have watched them search their souls and yield unto Him in submission.  I have seen themContinue reading “Children are a Heritage of the Lord”

God is Faithful to Bring it to Past

Beds for Bowies Walk-a-thon was truly a success!  Let me explain what I mean by \”success\”.  God\’s will was done; He did what he set out to do…provide!.   When I prayed about our bedding situation God answered me with wisdom and instruction.  He gave it to me piece…by piece.  Please know that this wasContinue reading “God is Faithful to Bring it to Past”