Adoption Update and Sliding Reclaimed Wood Shutters
"Not all things on my to do list are big. Thank goodness there are smaller projects like these in the mix, keeping the cross-off factor high while delivering that luscious feeling of accomplishment." -Carmella Rayone In case you missed the update I posted late on Friday, I wanted to re-share … [Read More...]
2-26-2016
"Miracles begin understated. They begin, and the earth doesn't shake and trumpets don't sound. Miracles begin with the plainsong of a promise- and sometimes not even fully believed. This is always the best place for miracles." -Ann Voskamp The name "Lifeline" popped up on my cell phone at … [Read More...]
What I Do Know
"However motherhood comes to you, it's a miracle." -Valerie Harper I try not to wonder about 2-26 too much, but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't a little curious about what this particular 2-26 might bring with it. We got two reeeeally encouraging updates from our adoption caseworker yesterday. … [Read More...]
Thought-Full Thursday: Our Son
"God sets the solitary in families." -Psalm 68:6 (AKJV) As whispers of our Adoption Decree (the document that finalizes our adoption in Haiti and officially makes our son a Palmer) slowly (but surely!) roll in, I find myself overflowing with more expectant hope than ever. Once we round this … [Read More...]
Wandering With Mary
"I hope we always choose the Life that reaches depths beyond our wildest dreams and obedience that conquers all other motives." -Mary McLeod Hello! Each Wednesday I share some of the design-related photos that stopped me in my tracks while I was scrolling Instagram the previous week, but today … [Read More...]
On Earth As It Is In Heaven
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. -Matthew 6:9-10 On earth as it is in heaven. Those words have been springing to my mind a lot lately. It's a new experience for me- having scripture repeatedly spring to mind, I … [Read More...]
My Favorite Coastal Cottages
“After we became a couple, she composed our time together. She planned days as if they were artistic events. One afternoon we went to Tybee Island for a picnic...She talked about 'perfect moments.' One such moment happened that afternoon; she'd been napping; I lay next to her, reading. She said, … [Read More...]
Thought-Full Thursday: Daphne Update
"Dear children, let's not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions." -1 John 3:18 I am SO excited to share an update about the fundraising effort for sweet Daphne with you today! Okay...are you ready for this? Over the past week, Three Angels … [Read More...]
5 Fun Instagram Feeds
Hello! Each Wednesday I share some of the photos that stopped me in my tracks while I was scrolling Instagram the previous week, but today I thought I'd share five folks you might enjoy following too. Here they are, in no particular order! :-) [email protected]: Here's a link to a tour … [Read More...]
Reclaimed Wood Fireplace and Built-Ins (Stikwood)
The Stikwood has been stuck, y'all! What is Stikwood? It's the world’s first peel-and-stick reclaimed and sustainable wood planking. Here's a video that shows how easy it is to work with: We didn't stick ours to a wall though. We used it to give our new cabinet and fireplace some … [Read More...]
The Most Important Post of the Week
"Those words from the Lord's Prayer, 'your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven', were and are a clarion call to Jesus' followers not just to proclaim the good news, but to be the good news, here and now." -Matthew 5:3-10 The following blog post was written by Diane … [Read More...]
Thought-Full Thursday: The Hole In Our Gospel
"The kingdom of which Christ spoke was not intended to be a far-off and distant kingdom to be experienced only in the afterlife; no, Christ's proclamation of the kingdom of heaven was a call for a redeemed world order populated by redeemed people—now." -Matthew 5:3-10 I finished reading … [Read More...]
5 Instagram Feeds To Follow
Hello! Each Wednesday I share some of the photos that stopped me in my tracks while I was scrolling Instagram the previous week. Here are this week's picks! 1. The kitchen photos [email protected]'s feed: I don't think I've ever seen a kitchen that big! What a beautiful … [Read More...]
Farmhouse Built-ins (And The Difference Between Shiplap and Tongue-And-Groove Planks)
Hi! Did you have a nice weekend? :-D Our adoption caseworker, Meredith, emailed on Friday and said that we are only lacking one more signature on the paperwork that will legally make Sweet P our son, so we are excited to see what this month *hopefully* brings! Can't help think about 2-26. (Read … [Read More...]
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