Karen & Kids

It was an unplanned visit by Karen and kids but we still managed to enjoy a hot and bright afternoon at the park. 



 











 

 

Bestfriends

“Don't walk behind me; I may not lead. Don't walk in front of me; I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend.”  ― Albert Camus






Mother's Prayer (Excerpts from Rachel Aldous' Song)

My sweet baby a loan from above. No better treasure could I more love...
I stare in wonder at your tiny frame. Just to think that God knows you by name.
He knows every hair on your beautiful head. He knows your thoughts before they are said.



 
 

...I stand here beside your bed as I pray. I lay my hand on your head and I say:

May you grow up to serve Him all of your days.
May He lead you and guide you in all of your ways.
May His hand bless your future with friendships that last.
May you cherish your youth and not grow up too fast.
 


 

May God grant you peace in the midst of a storm.
May God give you strength even when you’re forlorn.
May you answer the door when Jesus comes knocking.
May wisdom guide when your mouth is talking.
May discretion protect you and keep you pure.
May you never stumble or fall for a lure.





May your heart remain humble to the very end.
May uprightness and truth be what you defend.
May the world not ensnare or change who you are.
May the light that's within you shine like the stars.
May angels surround you body, spirit, mind.
May favor and peace be yours to find.
May rejection and pain never reach you.
May your spirit grow bold for what you’re called to.
  

As you rest in God’s care I will rest, too.
Knowing that Jesus is watching over you. Amen.
 

Daddy's Love

"A father is neither an anchor to hold us back, nor a sail to take us there,
but a guiding light whose love shows us the way."
 


 

Mitchell

 Mitchell loves his new toys but not as much as he loves his mom.