Showing posts with label Friends. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Friends. Show all posts

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Surprises and Shoeboxes......

Two of my friends, Katie and Wynn are expecting their fourth babies a few weeks apart in December. Another one of our mommy friends, Angela, had the awesome idea to throw a surprise party for both of them. She told each of them that she was planning a surprise for the other and asked them to help. It totally worked!!! I honestly can't believe she pulled it off!! 

Yummy Pumpkin Dip!! 


 The mommies and their gifts! Most of us brought the same gift for both of them so it was fun watching double gift opening! :) 

A little blurry, but I'm glad I remembered to get a picture with my sweet preggo friends!!  

 This past Tuesday, our small group had an Operation Christmas Child box packing party instead of our normal Bible study. 

We had a goal of packing 10 boxes - 5 girls/5boys and it was so great to see all the kids pitching in to pack. It was such an awesome opportunity to teach them about giving to those who don't have nearly as much as we enjoy in the U.S. 

Packing boxes is hard work.......

When we were done, we took some time to pray over the boxes that they would be a blessing to the children who receive them this Christmas. 
Love these friends! 

Afterwards, we enjoyed homemade pizza! Yum!! 
Adam said that this picture was a little "cheesy" haha! 

I snapped this picture because the entire table is full of kids. God has blessed our small group with about 20 children. It's a little overwhelming sometimes, but I don't want to forget these special years with little ones! 

Our church as a whole has collected well over 20 boxes for Operation Christmas Child this year. If you're interested in packing one, there's still plenty of time before they're due. You can find out all the information on packing and dropping off your boxes HERE.

Have you ever packed boxes for OCC before? Been to any baby showers lately? I'd love for you to share in the comments!!
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Thursday, May 16, 2013

My prayer for you...


I actually know very few of you who read this little blog. The fact is, I probably won't ever get the chance to meet the majority of you in person, but I've been praying a specific prayer for you.

As I've grown in my limited understanding of the gospel, I've realized that the gospel applies to every single trial, tragedy, or triumph in our lives. I don't need to know the details of what you're going through to be able to pray you will see that God's "good work" is to "conform you to Christ's image" through it. (Romans 8:28,29) I want you to have a deeper passion for God as you more fully realize His sacrifice for your salvation and sanctification.
I'm always here if you want to share more specific requests, but know that I will be praying for you regardless!!
Blessings!
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Monday, August 2, 2010

Wedding Picture Overload......


A couple months ago, I shared pictures about the wedding shower we put together for my good friend, Christy. Her special day finally arrived this past weekend. Saturday was a beautiful day, and her wedding was absolutely gorgeous. Without further ado.....here's some fun pictures from this weekend......


Christy's colors were this beautiful green (clover) and white...very summery......

Her dress was GORGEOUS.....

The beautiful bride putting on her makeup......


The happy couple after the ceremony......


Meghan, Me, and Katie (great friends)......


Me and my handsome date......


The reception was at a hotel about 1 hr. away.....it was decorated beautifully......


The food was delicious......


Our special favors....aren't they cute????


YUM!!!


They weren't too mean with the cake! =)


Our little guy was SO good....Thomas the Train kept him occupied for quite a while!! 


Another shot of me and my man.....


One more shot of the girls......


The father/daughter dance was SO sweet.....


My men.....



My other date.....


Christy and Rachel.....


Congratulations Lee and Christy!! It was such a joy to be part of your special day! May the Lord continue to bless your new lives together!

How was YOUR weekend???
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