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Mother's Day Reflection

This past Sunday we celebrated Mother's Day, yet I don't think a day or all the words in the world can adequately express the importance of a mom. If it wasn't for my mom's unconditional love, patience and example of faith, I honestly don't know where I would be today.

Thinking about the impact of her faith on my life stirs a holy determination in me. A determination to live my life for God in a way that inspires and challenges my children and sows a seed of faith in their lives that will propagate and grow long after I'm gone!

This reminds me of what's recorded in 2 Timothy, I remember your genuine faith, for you share the faith that first filled your grandmother Lois and your mother, Eunice. And I know that same faith continues strong in you. - 2 Timothy 1:5

Here's a quick picture of the moms in my life.

 

Christmas 2008

From our family to yours merry Christmas!

Weekend Reflections

I enjoyed and experienced a couple of firsts this past weekend. On Friday, we celebrated my little girl Katherine's first birthday. It's hard to fathom a year has already past since she was born. One year old is such a fun time. Everyday we're seeing more and more of her unique and precious personality emerge.  

The other first was exciting to me because I didn't have to speak this weekend :) On Sunday morning Sara shared a message for the first time at ALC.

On Friday morning she called and shared with me how God had been speaking to her heart about the urgency for His people to "yield now" to the call of prayer. As we discussed it, we both felt impressed that she was to share this with our church.

Sunday morning came, and she did an awesome job! I'm so proud of her. People were very receptive, and it was evident this is what God is saying to our church at this time.

Labor Day 2008

We enjoyed a warm yet fun Labor Day. We went to the Minnesota State Fair (round two) with my in laws Bob and Shirley. We definitely spent our share of time on Kiddie Ride Hill. My boys have big capacity for fun. Below, my daughter Katherine, is saying your #1 daddy - she's always telling me that :)

 

Time At The Lake

I just returned home from spending a few days at the lake with my family. My boys especially had a great time riding in the boat, making sand castles and swimming. During the first night of our stay, they were so excited it took three hours of talking, laughing and jumping on their beds before they fell asleep. Time away with just family is priceless to me. It's an opportunity for my kids to make memories that will last a lifetime and allows me to bond with them in a way I'm unable to during a normal busy week. Remembering my childhood, and the few yet special times I enjoyed with my family on vacation motivated me to make summer vacations a priority. They grow up so quickly, so I'm always looking for an opportunity to connect with them, to make a memory and simply enjoy the current season of life.   

It Makes Me Smile

Ok, it's early Monday a.m., the end of a really long and hectic week and I need a laugh (or at least a really big smile). This photo recently snapped of my 4 month old daughter Katherine, does that for me :)

 

Golden Birthday!

Last night was a big night for my first son Samuel as we celebrated his golden birthday with a John Deere cake! I actually think John Deere and cake, in that order, are his two most favorite things in the world. 

10th Wedding Anniversary

It's hard to grasp that ten years has come and gone and today is my 10th wedding anniversary. During the past 10 years Sara and I have been blessed with so many great memories together and have had a blast (I'm sure that's why time has elapsed so quickly). Marriage can truly be heaven on earth - a refuge from the world, a relationship from which we can be refreshed, strengthened, encouraged and receive perspective. I am continually grateful to God for my wife and the unconditional love, support and encouragement she daily gives me.