Closing the day, Parker choose a Little Ceasar's pizza dinner followed by cake. In line with the rest of the day, the birthday kid get's to pick the cake. It can be store bought or they can give me a creation (that's my favorite!). Parker's creation was....3 blue layers with sprinkles. One layer with peanut butter, one layer with fudge. Complete with blue frosting and Skittles that spelled "Parker" ;) A few mishaps with the cake...but nothing globs of fudge can't fix :)
Keeping up with the Kaelber's
Saturday, February 13, 2021
Our dude is seven!
Closing the day, Parker choose a Little Ceasar's pizza dinner followed by cake. In line with the rest of the day, the birthday kid get's to pick the cake. It can be store bought or they can give me a creation (that's my favorite!). Parker's creation was....3 blue layers with sprinkles. One layer with peanut butter, one layer with fudge. Complete with blue frosting and Skittles that spelled "Parker" ;) A few mishaps with the cake...but nothing globs of fudge can't fix :)
Thursday, February 11, 2021
In this world...
LOVE my time with Jesus in the quiet of the mornings. Not many times during the day is my house quiet....and so mornings (before everyone wakes up) is my precious time! Today, I simply wrote to Jesus....
Sunday, February 7, 2021
Breakthrough Miracle
The Lord uses songs so often to speak to my heart. A monthish ago this song by Kristian Stanfill came on. Within the first verse, I stopped dead in my tracks, motioned Mike to "shhhhh" and we just listened and praised Him for the complete hope He was providing us in that moment!
Friend, take a peak at these words......
The odds stacked against me
I'm surrounded on all sides
But I've heard You can part the waters
So in Your name come and turn the tides
I'm staring at this mountain
No chance I'm getting through
But I've heard they can melt before You
So in Your name I'm asking it to move
Let that breakthrough miracle power pour out
I need a breakthrough miracle moment right now
Only in You and with You, my victory is found
Bring that breakthrough miracle power, let it rain down
The fires around are raging
I feel the heat at every turn
But I've heard that You're in it with me
So now by faith, I'm standing on Your Word
Yes in Your name, I know I won't be burned
Let that breakthrough miracle power pour out
I need a breakthrough miracle moment right now
Only in You and with You, my victory is found
Bring that breakthrough miracle power, let it rain down
Let it rain down
As long as You're in it
The story's not finished
I know You've overcome
So I know I'll overcome
As long as You're in it
The story's not finished
I know You've overcome
So I know I'm gonna overcome with You
As long as You're in it
The story's not finished
I know You've overcome
I know I'm gonna overcome with You
As long as You're in it
The story's not finished
I know You've overcome
So I know I'll overcome
Let that breakthrough miracle power pour out
I need a breakthrough miracle moment right now
Only in You and with You, my victory is found
Bring that breakthrough miracle power, let it rain down
Bring that breakthrough miracle power, let it rain down
Let it rain down
Let it rain down, let it rain down
The cross stands before me
It is finished, it is done
Yeah I heard You told death it was over
So in Your name, I'll claim this fight is won
I'm encouraged! This will be a tough week for us. As of today, nothing makes sense and even by the end of the week there may still not be too much direction. It's amazing how your heart can be so hurt by people and confused but yet STILL encouraged! I'm encouraged that Jesus Christ has conquered the grave! And ONLY because of that conquering, we WILL NOT be burned this week, the mountain WILL BE moved, the waters WILL BE parted, HE WILL OVERCOME because HE IS IN IT. OUR identity is in HIM ALONE and we will continue to "walk in the spirit and not the flesh".
Take a listen to this song, I know you'll be encouraged!
Thursday, February 4, 2021
Welcome to Paradise!
Wow! What an incredible find and the most perfect place to completely check out from life! This island isn't for everyone.....BUT....if you want absolute simplicity, terrible internet, no motor vehicles, no shopping or restaurants, the most incredible sunsets, toddler friendly ocean and your only decisions of the day to be ocean first or pool first....Little Gasparilla Island IS FOR YOU!
These photos are totally outta order....but just go with it ;)
We parked our rental van on the "mainland". Our beach club has gated parking leading to their own boardwalk which allows us to board their FREE ferry to the island. The ferry runs every 2-3 hours during the day. We went back to the mainland 2x's during the week and it was super simple to catch the ferry and then get back on. This also made for a never done before trip and made this week even more simplistic! And catching the ferry at sunset....I have no words!
The ONLY activity on the schedule was to be at sunset EVERY night. I just brainwashed the kids to thinking that everyone does that EVERY NIGHT ;) For real though....! We sang David Crowder's newest song (Good God Almighty) several sunsets. This island is NOT crowded, not even full....so you better believe we sang at the top of our lungs!
Boardwalk from our beach club to the ocean. That sunset! Our crew brought lOTS of noise to the precious retired friends enjoying their sunset drinks ;) Did I mention we met some of the most KINDEST people we've ever met before? It's like the sun and the appearance of no virus created such kind and accepting souls. We were not shamed ONCE, so refreshing :)
Island life...because there is no retail on the island..we grocery shopped BEFORE hoping on our ferry. We planned food for the week and loaded our luggage and groceries into these carts that we brought onto the ferry.
Wednesday, February 3, 2021
Take Up Your Sword
It's been a difficult few months. Obviously adjusting and recreating a new normal due to a virus we've allowed to make us silly blinded. Spiritually, however, we've been under attack.
2 Chronicles 20:17 (NIV)
You will not have to fight this battle. Take up your positions; stand firm and see the deliverance the Lord will give you, Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Go out to face them tomorrow, and the Lord will be with you.’ ”
Ephesians 6:17 (ESV)
and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God,
Saturday, January 30, 2021
I’m baaaaaack!!!
Internet world! As I step away from social...let’s see if I can keep up blogging 😊 let me know you’re here so I know I’m not in an empty place ❤️
Tuesday, July 21, 2015
Kitties!
Monday, July 13, 2015
Happy Birthday Aubrie!
Friday, June 12, 2015
Road trip out West!
Our dude is seven!
Yes, it always seems so cliché....but, how is our 3rd child SEVEN!? Our Parks man is just the coolest! Mike described him so great; he'...
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There is a way fun pumpkin farm that is just minutes away from our house. Mike and I have never really gone before. What a fun afternoon we...