Monday, December 28, 2009

A Question for You


We are taking this week to evaluate and plan out the new year. The kids and I sat down for two hours this afternoon and divided life into different categories. Then, we started to plan. It was neat to listen and see the insight they had for the new year.


The categories were: Spiritual, Family, Academic, Musically, Personal Development, Ministry.


I had extra on my list - and one of them was blogging. I must admit that my blog has fallen very short of my original desired plan for it. I must be honest and say that this past year has been one of the most difficult years I have ever had. Almost everything about my life has changed in the past year- it has been a time of readjusting and reevaluating. I have found myself either, not in the mood to blog - or afraid too-(afraid because as much as I believe in keeping blogs 'real'-I also believe in keeping blogs edifying!)


With that said - I will tell you I have several thought about the new year and my blog. I have some giveaway ideas floating around in my head. I have some book reviews I would like to do and some topics I would like to cover. My ultimate desire is that my blog will be spiritually uplifting to all who read it; and will bring honor to God.


Now comes the question: do any of you - (regular readers, friends or lurkers ;p ) have any thoughts on things for my blog. I would LOVE to hear from you. I plan on doing a post towards the end of this week letting you know of my new plans. So make sure you drop by Friday or Saturday.


Please post a comment - I would like to hear your ideas.


Blessings,

~Martie

Sunday, December 27, 2009

Two

Two... already?





Where has the time gone?

Needless to say, she is our little princess. How we love her.


Friday, December 25, 2009

Adoption Day Remembered


Last year when many people were preparing to stand in lines waiting to exchange Christmas gifts...



We were preparing to receive one of the most special gifts of all...






A little girl - with our last name.



On December 26,2008 our little one's name became official:



Susanna Faith Spurgeon






It is hard to believe that it has been a year since that wonderful day.

Thursday, December 24, 2009

Merry Christmas!

Our holiday plans included going to the Christmas Eve vespers service- ice and snow have made that impossible - so we will be home and together, as a family, celebrate the Saviour's birth. What a beautiful gift He gave us! The gift of Himself!

My prayer for you is that you have a personal relationship with the Person who loves you the most - Jesus Christ. May God bless you through the remainder of the year; and may your New Year be filled with Christ.

From our home to yours: "MERRY CHRISTMAS!"
(The following pictures are from the school Christmas program last week.)

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Schedules to Keep

Our children have been dreaming of Christmas break for a couple weeks now...



Well...it's finally here!
There are cookies to be baked...
Neighbor's to which we will carol...
Packages to be wrapped...
There will be no wasted time this break! We are only hours into it - and already our schedule is booked.
What are your plans this Christmas break?

Ragamuffin

She's my ragamuffin - but even with her hair a mess - I just can't get enough of that smile!!

Monday, December 21, 2009

Recess Fun

I don't remember recesses being this much fun....

but then again, it has been a while since I was out to recess...
Enjoying the season-trust you are too! Thanks for stopping by; I am so glad you did!
~Martie