My new favorite song!

Ok, so this post really isn't about much...I guess my life is boring these days...but I am SO feeling this song..."What do I know of Holy" by Addison Road. The lyrics get me every single time, no matter how many times I hear it. If you haven't heard it, please check it out...maybe it will speak to you as it does me. We are all guilty of sometimes making the Lord too small, not giving Him credit where it's due...forgive us, Father!

Here are the lyrics...


I made You promises a thousand times
I tried to hear from Heaven
But I talked the whole time
I think I made You too small
I never feared You at all No
If You touched my face would I know You?
Looked into my eyes could I behold You?

(CHORUS)
What do I know of You
Who spoke me into motion?
Where have I even stood
But the shore along Your ocean?
Are You fire? Are You fury?
Are You sacred? Are You beautiful?
What do I know? What do I know of Holy?

I guess I thought that I had figured You out
I knew all the stories and I learned to talk about
How You were mighty to save
Those were only empty words on a page
Then I caught a glimpse of who You might be
The slightest hint of You brought me down to my knees

(CHORUS)
What do I know of You
Who spoke me into motion?
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Where have I even stood
But the shore along Your ocean?
Are You fire? Are You fury?
Are You sacred? Are You beautiful?
What do I know? What do I know of Holy?

(CHORUS 2)
What do I know of Holy?
What do I know of wounds that will heal my shame?
And a God who gave life "its" name?
What do I know of Holy?
Of the One who the angels praise?
All creation knows Your name
On earth and heaven above
What do I know of this love?

(CHORUS)
What do I know of You
Who spoke me into motion?
Where have I even stood
But the shore along Your ocean?
Are You fire? Are You fury?
Are You sacred? Are You beautiful?
What do I know? What do I know of Holy?

What do I know of Holy?
What do I know of Holy?

Lately, one of our children has been having some health concerns. It turned out to NOT be what we thought it was, and something much, much less worrisome. What we thought he might have, was not a life threatening disease (well, not really), but was definitely going to call for life changes for our whole family. I am so thrilled that the problem, is really a simple one and shouldn't have a problem controlling.
The reason I mention this, is because I am overwhelmed with joy by the fact that I have three healthy children. Maybe in the past I took it for granted, but I don't anymore. There are people's blogs and CB sites I keep up with that share about children who struggle daily, some telling about how they lost their child to some horrible disease. I know, I know...why am I bringing up such depressing information? I'll tell you why :-)
Please, if you have a healthy child, don't take it for granted, Praise God for it.
It is truly the BEST blessing for a parent. Also, don't think that because your child isn't suffering, that other children are not. We, as parents of healthy children, need to offer more support to those who have sick kids. We can offer kind words, prayer, and even donate to good causes to help find a cure, or make a sick child's wish..weather it be time or money. I personally have NOT done my part in these areas, and plan to make a positive change in my life to help others who are less fortunate in the area of health, especially where kids are concerned.
So, this post is basically to help spread awareness, and to Praise God for all the blessings in our lives. He continues to amaze me with His sweet grace, daily.

Psalm 34:1 (the Message) "I bless God every chance I get, my lungs expand with His praise"

Uninvited guests...

Don't you just hate it when uninvited guests show up?
Well, this is what showed up on our back patio...



I know...rude right? I definitely did not invite them, David said he didn't, and I know none of the kids asked them over to play. They didn't bring a gift, they just moved right in and are buzzing around everywhere...we can't even use the patio!
What ever happened to manners and class, and respect for others for that matter?
Anyway, I've told David he must make them leave. I don't care if he has to use poison, a baseball bat, or what...it's his JOB to get rid of them. I know, it probably sounds a bit harsh. But, I'm not too keen on the idea of letting guests stay when they have stingers sticking out of their backsides. So, call me an animal hater, or even an ungracious host...but these uninvited guests are going DOWN! Wish us luck (or David, since he's the one having to deal with them)! I know we should love all God's creatures, but what can I say? I'm a work in progress...