You've probably heard it said that you shouldn't pray for patience. There’s a common saying among Christians: “Don’t pray for God to teach you patience–you won’t like what he’ll put you through to learn it!” If we took that kind of advice we'd find MANY things for which we shouldn't pray. Good thing we're usually no … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: ground beneath my feet gives way
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Wednesdays with Jillene: this is not the end
Confession moment: I don't like suspense. I like knowing how things are going to work out. It makes it hard to read a book in a series before the whole series has been published because how can I get to the end of one book without being able to read how it all turns out … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: this is not the end
Wednesdays with Jillene: I am
Early in this day I decided I needed (wanted) to start it like this. Not because it was coffee, though I did enjoy that, I didn’t even drink half of it. But because of this. and this: and my over tired, feeling drained, and oh so inadequate self wasn’t sure how I’d … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: I am
Wednesdays with Jillene: known by our love
So the last week and a few days of my life has been rather like a rollercoaster: labor and delivery, newborn baby, some breathing trouble, 7-day NICU stay… Putting it down like that makes it seems cut and dry but add in exhaustion, hormones and a mother’s love (just to name a few additional factors) … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: known by our love
Wednesdays with Jillene: perfect message in an unexpected place
I know it's been a while since I've blogged. There have been so many Wednesday posts I've started and failed to publish here. Today was no different. Post partially written, life gets in the way, I never hit publish. And that was where today went differently because I am here... sort of writing... going to … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: perfect message in an unexpected place
Wednesdays with Jillene: lead me
I wish we were having a "footprints in the sand" moment but alas our view outside isn't of a beach but a little more like this: Yup, in case you hadn't experienced it yourself, heard people fussing on Facebook, or recently watched the weather I am here to break the news that Western New York … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: lead me
Wednesdays with Jillene: when it’s time to grow
Honestly, I wish I had video of what happened this afternoon since it was a perfect mix of adorable and funny. After lunch Calah and I went outside to play in the snow. After clearing icy build up from the porch I walked down the stairs, over the log and across the lawn. I turned … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: when it’s time to grow
Wednesdays with Jillene: time marches on
An argument erupted between 2 of my boys on December 26th. Arguments happen all the time but this one made me smile. How my boys process life is similar, yet different, and sometimes so neat to observe. Joel received this CD as a Christmas gift from church... and he's been playing it nonstop. Or at … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: time marches on
Wednesdays with Jillene: Do your Christmas plans seem to fall short?
So here's the thing... my Christmas plans almost always seem to fall short. No really, even when I try to keep them minimal, remove all the distractions, focus on the real meaning... it never works out. Start Christmas shopping early and make efforts to find meaningful gifts = last minute shopping and waiting for Christmas … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: Do your Christmas plans seem to fall short?
Wednesdays with Jillene: at the (kids’) table
It is the Pinterest time of the year. Thanksgiving table decor, side dishes galore and the desserts... oh yes, the desserts. But it doesn't end there because Christmas is coming with a plethora of gift ideas, Christmas decorations, and again with the food. Pinterest is a busy place lately. You could follow me on Pinterest … Continue reading Wednesdays with Jillene: at the (kids’) table
Thin Moments 