And it rains.

As my Husband is busy soaking up the 106+ gallons of rain that has taken residence in our basement, I am hanging out with the sweetest most beautiful girl in the world.

Because he told me to. Or I’d be helping. Even though I really wouldn’t want to be. It stinks down there.

My soul has been weary of late and I can’t seem to find the joy that once took place in my being. I am feeling very overwhelmed with lots of emotions and I just keep praying that God would restore my joy and give me a new attitude and patience to take on the challenges of the day that is about to face me.  

I just started reading a book (that I am about to finish) that has really been rocking my world. This book has helped me to see life for what it truly is. It has been encouraging me to see everyday gifts as, well, everyday gifts instead of  just another monotonous day.

“Ugh, I don’t want to get out of bed” has turned into “Good morning. What a beautiful day I get to spend with the most beautiful thing in the world”. Every day could be our last day together and I do not want to die, or be at the end of my days, or God forbid something happen to Lucy, and I not have taken every moment as an opportunity to enjoy her every breath.

The book is called Stepping Heavenward.  You should read it. It is a Christian book, for those of you who think I am trying to fool you. Ha.

We are going on Vacation in T minus 2 weeks. Holly-lu-ya. Amen.

Emerald Island NC is the destination. We will be going with a brood of Price family members. It is going to be an exciting and exhilarating time. It probably wont be so peaceful, since, there is about 17 of us all staying in one big house. But, who needs rest on vacation? Each family member is responsible for one night of cooking. I have no idea what to make. I am torn between “breakfast for dinner” and a chicken dish.  I want to go the breakfast route but I know there are a few overly health conscious family members attending and I don’t want to get mad at them or be offended when they make something else to eat because they can’t eat what I made. I just need to get over it. You can’t assume to please all 17 people now can ya?

Ryan and I are pursuing a debt free lifestyle. What this means is that we are trying to pay down debt, to become debt free by sticking to a spending plan we have developed to track all of our spending and saving. So far, not so good. It is amazing how expenses just keep coming up. I know that is is going to happen forever, and I am not surprised. But really, come on. Cut us a break will ya? lol . I must say though that through all of our trials and unexpected expenses, God has provided for us and we have never been in need.

I feel bad for people who do not know the joys of trusting in a God who takes care of their every need. Even if you do not know Him or trust Him, He is still taking care of you. You are just unaware of the peace made available to you through His saving grace. Finance are a huge struggle and burden for many people and I can honestly say that I need not worry or be anxious because our Father in Heaven has taken care of my every need. I do not know how we are going to pay our Mortgage week after week, but we do and I know it is because of God’s mercy and kindness to us.

Speaking of God’s kindness and mercy, here are a few pictures from our summer.

Boo. Summer is over.

Yay. I LOVE fall.

Anyway, here are those pics.

Oh. And a big thumbs up to my long time friend John who just got engaged to a wonderful girl named Sarah. I really like her. And she puts up with him. But mostly, they seem really happy and that makes me happy. Congratulations guys. I am so excited for the two of you!! ❤

Okay, back to the pics…

There are a million from this summer so I am trying to narrow it down to a few of my favorite.

Ok. Rain check (since it is raining). My computer is acting up and I can’t insert any pictures. I’ll hook some up for tomorrow.