SSMT # 2

Time to memorize scripture #2 out of 24......

Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, "This is the way; walk in it."

Isaiah 30:21 (NIV)

Isn't it true that we all have struggles? I certainly do. DAILY!! However, it is a constant prayer of mine that I continue to walk in the truth and hear the Lord's voice....daily. How do we hear His voice? I believe that through prayer and reading God's Word is a sure way to discern the voice of God.

When I read this scripture I also can't help but think of Graham. I want Graham to see Christ in me. I want him to see me walking with the Lord, reading His word, and doing what He says...even in my times of struggle ;)

Field Trip

Graham has not had MDO in a couple of weeks and it seems lately that he is always wanting to go somewhere. His Aunt Savannah has been staying with us and I also kept my nephew, Jacob, today. So I thought today would be a perfect opportunity for a field trip to sci-port ;) Our days go by a lot more smoothly if I can keep Graham busy. The boys had a blast and completely wore themselves out....and me too.

Getting ready to go......

They loved anything that had a steering wheel....

Graham had lots of fun with his "Aunt Nana" too.....

And the saddest part was......we actually had to leave..........

Someone needed a nap :)

Happy New Year!!

Happy New Year!! It's hard to believe it's 2011. I'm excited to see what's all in store for us this year. Graham will turn TWO and that is really hard to believe. I'm already thinking of how he will be this time next year. I'm not really making any resolutions this year, however, I have decided to participate in Beth Moore's Siesta Scripture Memory Team. I'll memorize 2 verses a month. I'm excited about memorizing 24 scriptures this year. What a weapon against satan!!!!You can find out what's it all about here.

So here is verse #1
For the Lord is good and His love endures forever; His faithfulness continues through all generations. Psalm 100:5 NIV

I read that verse with lots of hope and excitement!!! Whatever this year brings the most important thing I want to remember is that HE is GOOD and FAITHFUL!!!

And as Graham would say "Happy New Ears Everyone!!!"

Christmas Goodies

I have been looking forward to doing some baking this Christmas. However, I needed to find some quick and easy recipes because it's hard to do much with a very active toddler :) All he wants to do is play and not by himself. He wants me or anyone he can recruit to be with him at ALL TIMES!!! I love it though ;)

Peek-a-boo!!!!

So the first recipe I decided to make is Jeremy's favorite cookie......

No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

Ingredients:
2 cups sugar
4 tablespoons cocoa
1 stick butter
1/2 cup milk
1 cup peanut butter
1 tablespoon vanilla
3 cups oatmeal
Wax paper

Directions:
In a heavy saucepan bring to a boil, the sugar, cocoa, butter and milk. Let boil for 1 minute then add peanut butter, vanilla and oatmeal. On a sheet of waxed paper, drop mixture by the teaspoonfuls, until cooled and hardened.

Next, I made something I have never made before....

White Chocolate Peppermint Bark

Ingredients
Crushed candy canes, to yield 1 cup
2 pounds white chocolate

Directions
Place candy canes in a plastic bag and hammer into 1/4-inch chunks or smaller. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler. Combine candy cane chunks with chocolate. Pour mixture onto a cookie sheet layered with parchment or waxed paper and place in the refrigerator for 45 minutes or until firm. Remove from cookie sheet and break into pieces (like peanut brittle.)

And last, I made one of my favorites.......

Peanut Butter Cornflake Bars

Ingredients:

1 cup corn syrup

1 cup sugar

1 cup peanut butter

7 cup corn flakes

Directions:

Bring sugar and corn syrup to a boil, then remove from heat. Add peanut butter and mix in until melted. Place corn flakes in a bowl and pour mixture over them, then place in a 9x13 pan (buttered) until cooled. Cut into bars.

Merry Christmas!!

5 years

On Friday, Jeremy and I celebrated our 5th year of marriage. We had a fun date night filled with lots of good food and shopping. Five years ago I never thought I could love Jeremy more than on the day we got married. But five years later and one precious son I love him even more. I will be forever grateful to the Lord for bringing us together so long ago. He is the perfect matchmaker:)


He also got me pretty sweet anniversary gift.......

I have been wanting a new camera for sometime now and I am so excited. I am in love with this camera!!!! I haven't figured everything out yet but here are a few of the first pictures I took...

My beautiful flowers Jeremy brought home...

This is one of the many ornaments we received when we got married...

My cutie pie:)

Headed to Magnolia for Christmas

And here is Graham with his love.....a brand new tractor. Maybe Santa will bring him a few more:)


Merry Christmas!!!

Christmas at the Rose Center

Tonight we took Graham to see the Christmas lights at the Rose Center. He had a blast looking at all the "ights" :)

We had to get a picture with the TECH bulldogs:)














Silly Savannah :)

My sweet sister

I laugh at this picture b/c as you can see Graham is upset. He wanted everyone else but me holding him. I guess he's sick of me ;)

He even had a fun ride on the "choo choo."

Merry Christmas Y'all :)

The Faithful God

Therefore Know the Lord your God, He is God, the Faithful God who keeps covenant and mercy for a thousand generations with those who love Him and keep His commandments.

Deuteronomy 7:9

Today I am thankful that our God is Faithful. He is faithful in His love for us. He is faithful to guide and protect us and to work all things together for his own good. He is faithful to bless. He is faithful to forgive. Not only can I see His faithfulness in the lives of others, but also in my own. The Faithful One carries me.

The One who calls you is faithful and He will do it.

1 Thessalonians 5:24