The Plan of the Master Weaver

Our lives are but fine weavings
That God and we prepare.
Each life becomes a fabric planned
And fashioned in His care.

We may not always see just how
The weavings intertwine.
But we must trust the Master's hand
And follow His design,

For He can view the pattern
Upon the upper side.
While we must look from underneath
And trust in Him to guide......

Sometimes a strand of sorrow
Is added to His plan,
And though it's difficult for us,
We still must understand

That it's He who fills the shuttle,
It's He who knows what's best,
So we must weave in patience
And leave to Him the rest.....

Not till the loom is silent
And the shuttles cease to fly
Shall God unroll the canvas
And explain the reason why--

The dark threads are as needed
In the Weaver's skillful hand
As the threads of gold and silver
In the pattern He has planned.

~Author Unknown

"And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28

Making Popsicles

is a great way to celebrate the official First Day of Summer!


Measure out the yogurt.


Add strawberries.


Add a touch of sugar.

Blend until smooth.



Pour into popsicle molds.

Place in freezer.

And wait.

And wait.

And wait.

"Mom, are the popsicles ready yet?"

"No, not yet!"

And wait.

And wait.

And wait.

They're ready!


Good things come to those who wait!

The popsicle recipe can be found on our Favorite Recipes Blog.

"The Lord is good to those who wait for Him, to the soul who seeks Him." Lamentations 3:25

A Father's Day Tribute

Happy Father's Day to our Hero!

F = failing not to pray
A = always there for us
T = tireless in good deeds
H = heart of gold
E = excellence personified
R = respected and beloved Dad!

You bless us daily. We love you!

"The righteous man walks in his integrity; His children are blessed after him." Proverbs 20:7

Morning Conversation

Jonathan: Mom, I had a strange dream last night.

Me: Really? What was it?

Jonathan: I dreamt I was cleaning my room.

Me: Jonathan, that's not a dream. That's a prophecy!

"...no prophecy of Scripture is of any private interpretation, for prophecy never came by the will of man, but holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Spirit." 2 Peter 1:20b-21

Currently...

(Apologies for being MIA from my blog. It's been a hectic couple of weeks. If you've emailed me and I haven't responded, thanks for your patience. I hope to catch with y'all this week!)

Currently, I'm...

Listening to: Take Me Away, Sarah Kelly; Jennifer Knapp Live

Reading: Holiness, by Nancy Leigh DeMoss; and For Women Only, by Shaunti Feldhahn

Reading Aloud: James Herriot's Treasury for Children

Grilling: Korean Kalbi Ribs

Tossing: Black Bean & Jicama Salad

Watching: The kids at their swimming lessons

Decluttering: Books in preparation for the homeschool convention

Taking photos of:


Shadow (who will turn 9 yrs on the 4th of July)

Memorizing: 2 Peter 1

Praising God for: His mercies which are new every morning; His faithfulness in sending His right and true Word at the moment I need it; His power to change my heart; and His goodness in giving me special friends.

What's currently going on with you?

"O Lord, open my lips, and my mouth shall show forth Your praise." Psalm 51:15