There are only 22 weeks left in 2018! How is that possible? We're still in the middle of a blazing hot summer, but another school year will be starting for many kids around the country in only a week or two. Back to school shopping is upon many parents, school zones will be lighting up again soon, and school stadium lights will be shining on Friday nights once again. It's almost that time of year again.
I can't believe 30 weeks of 2018 have already passed by. Can you? Although I'm ready for the fall and the cooler temps and for my lawn to get a break from the intense heat. But, I'm not sure I'm quite ready for another holiday season. Considering that Hobby Lobby already has holiday decorations for sale in their stores it's hard to escape some places, but when it's over 100 degrees out it's hard to even think about the holidays.
As I try to come out of the fog from the first half of the year and look forward to the final 22 weeks of the year, I'm hopeful for a rosy outlook full of good fortune, happiness, and positive changes as the year comes to an end. We can only look forward, move forward and learn from the past. So, may blessings of growth, renewal and determination fill your remaining days of 2018!!
Sunday, July 29, 2018
Sunday, July 22, 2018
Monday Motivation
As another Sunday winds down, do you need some motivation to get going on Monday? Well, I've got just the thing for you...to pump you up to tackle another week! Check this out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26U_seo0a1g
Blessings for a productive, accomplished week ahead!
Blessings for a productive, accomplished week ahead!
Sunday, July 15, 2018
God's Vision...
Thought this was a good reminder of God's vision for our lives....
Five Loaves and Two Fishes
God uses
what you have
to fill a need which
you never could have filled.
God uses
where you are
to take you where
you never could have gone.
God uses
what you can do
to accomplish what
you never could have done.
God uses
who you are
to let you become who
you never could have been.
-Philip Clarke Brewer
Wednesday, July 11, 2018
Posting Posts
I hope you're having a great week so far! It's pretty much the middle of summer and the half-point of 2018. Eeek! Half the year is over already and it's about this time of the year that makes me ready for fall weather! Yep, I'm over the heat of the summer already! I just want some 70's for a week or two! Where can I live that has average temperatures in the 70's year-round?
I've decided that after this post I'm only going to post on Sundays moving forward. So, whether you've been following my blog from the very beginning in 2013 or found me sometime between then and now make sure you keep coming back on Sundays! I appreciate your interest in my story and hope that in some small way it's given you a different perspective, helped pick you up on a bad day, or given you a tiny bit of inspiration in your own life. All of my posts aren't about adoption or being adopted, but about how I live my life, my perspective on life, and yes, how being adopted might affect it...or not. So, stay tuned for what trials and tribulations lie ahead.
Thanks for being part of my journey! I hope you have a blessed summer and enjoy each and every day!!
I've decided that after this post I'm only going to post on Sundays moving forward. So, whether you've been following my blog from the very beginning in 2013 or found me sometime between then and now make sure you keep coming back on Sundays! I appreciate your interest in my story and hope that in some small way it's given you a different perspective, helped pick you up on a bad day, or given you a tiny bit of inspiration in your own life. All of my posts aren't about adoption or being adopted, but about how I live my life, my perspective on life, and yes, how being adopted might affect it...or not. So, stay tuned for what trials and tribulations lie ahead.
Thanks for being part of my journey! I hope you have a blessed summer and enjoy each and every day!!
Sunday, July 8, 2018
Countries Cheering...
The world is watching...a lot of sports right now. With the World Cup down to the final four teams, the past couple weeks have been full of cheering fans from around the world. Literally. That's the global reach soccer has around the world and the level of fandom is epic in some countries. Sadly, the U.S. didn't even make it into the World Cup this year so our fandom with soccer is at a faint hum. But, it didn't take away from the excitement and agony of watching Russia vs. Croatia yesterday. That was a good game to watch, especially since it came down to penalty kicks. Gotta love it!
From the ruckus nature of fandom in soccer to the classic traditions of Wimbledon. It too has been watched by many around the world over the past week. Again, fans cheering on their favorites and their countries own is always special at this tournament. The finals for the men and the World Cup final will both be played next Sunday. It's going to be a fun-filled sports watching day for many around the world!
These kinds of tournaments are what makes you remember why you love your own country so much. And, why it's so fun to be a fan and cheer for your country! That's why I love the Olympics so much! It unites a country no matter what internal or domestic chaos is going on. It galvanizes a country toward a common cause and just for a split second (which is all it takes in some sports) it unites everyone. As I've said before, there are too many labels in society now that we all tend to retreat to and then fiercely defend those boxes we've put ourselves in, instead of putting our selves in someone's shoes...literally. Or seeing a situation from a different perspective, or even if we don't agree with another person's view then having compassion, respect and/or understanding for that person...that's what we're lacking these days. Sigh.
But, keep on cheering for your favorites teams or person next week. It should be fun to watch and I'm sure there will be thousands watching around the world.
Blessings to you in the week ahead!!
From the ruckus nature of fandom in soccer to the classic traditions of Wimbledon. It too has been watched by many around the world over the past week. Again, fans cheering on their favorites and their countries own is always special at this tournament. The finals for the men and the World Cup final will both be played next Sunday. It's going to be a fun-filled sports watching day for many around the world!
These kinds of tournaments are what makes you remember why you love your own country so much. And, why it's so fun to be a fan and cheer for your country! That's why I love the Olympics so much! It unites a country no matter what internal or domestic chaos is going on. It galvanizes a country toward a common cause and just for a split second (which is all it takes in some sports) it unites everyone. As I've said before, there are too many labels in society now that we all tend to retreat to and then fiercely defend those boxes we've put ourselves in, instead of putting our selves in someone's shoes...literally. Or seeing a situation from a different perspective, or even if we don't agree with another person's view then having compassion, respect and/or understanding for that person...that's what we're lacking these days. Sigh.
But, keep on cheering for your favorites teams or person next week. It should be fun to watch and I'm sure there will be thousands watching around the world.
Blessings to you in the week ahead!!
Wednesday, July 4, 2018
Sunday, July 1, 2018
A Hot One...
As always, a June picnic in Texas is going to be hot! Despite being another 100 degree day, we had a lot of fun and welcomed numerous new families to the DFW Holt International Family Picnic yesterday. We usually have a good mix of families that have previously attended and new families, but yesterday we had many more new families attending which is always such a delight! I know myself, my co-host and even my parents love meeting new families and hearing their stories. We had so many families with children the same age, so there were a lot of new friendships made. It was definitely fun to be a part of and why I continue to co-host (for the past 5 years).
Sharing stories, asking questions, and making new connections is what it's all about. It's fun to get to know each and every family that attends and see the joy and laughter from their children. And, it's so fun to talk to the kids! I think that's my mom's favorite part! As for my dad, I'll be talking to a family and they'll tell me something my dad told them earlier or ask a question about something my dad told them earlier. My dad gets around to almost every family, too and enjoys hearing about their adoption journeys. Obviously, it's what connects us, but each story is different and every circumstance is somewhat different. As I've said before, there's no cookie cutter adoption journey or process because each child and each situation is different. That's why it's so fun to get together at least once a year to share those stories and see how the kids have grown from year to year.
All the kiddos were such cuties and I pray they thrive in their new environments. I pray for their parents and know that their loving and open hearts have already changed their child's life forever. May blessings of love, self-confidence, happiness, and health be with all the families that attended yesterday and those that couldn't attend.
And, as we enter into the 2nd half of 2018 (already!) may blessings fill your days and God's grace carry you through the tough days.
Sharing stories, asking questions, and making new connections is what it's all about. It's fun to get to know each and every family that attends and see the joy and laughter from their children. And, it's so fun to talk to the kids! I think that's my mom's favorite part! As for my dad, I'll be talking to a family and they'll tell me something my dad told them earlier or ask a question about something my dad told them earlier. My dad gets around to almost every family, too and enjoys hearing about their adoption journeys. Obviously, it's what connects us, but each story is different and every circumstance is somewhat different. As I've said before, there's no cookie cutter adoption journey or process because each child and each situation is different. That's why it's so fun to get together at least once a year to share those stories and see how the kids have grown from year to year.
All the kiddos were such cuties and I pray they thrive in their new environments. I pray for their parents and know that their loving and open hearts have already changed their child's life forever. May blessings of love, self-confidence, happiness, and health be with all the families that attended yesterday and those that couldn't attend.
And, as we enter into the 2nd half of 2018 (already!) may blessings fill your days and God's grace carry you through the tough days.
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