“All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of your children.” Isaiah 54:13
Author: Laurel
Welcome! I am a wife, proud mama of two adult daughters, writer, teacher, and a follower of Jesus who finds joy in mentoring and encouraging others to live passionate lives full of hope and purpose. A graduate of Idaho State University, I currently teach music at a private elementary school. I also lead a bible study group for moms of all ages, in all seasons of life.
Come join me in simply embracing this amazing gift called life!
Out in my yard today… at this moment it is 75 degrees and breezy. I’m sure it will warm up more by the end of the afternoon. The clematis is in full-bloom now. There are also several roses in bloom. This pink one is one of my favorites. If you look closely you can see the start of a yellow squash. My tomato plants are all blooming, along with the zucchini and cucumbers. I can hardly wait for harvest! I’m grateful for… the United States of America! What a privilege it is to live in a free country. I’m so thankful for all
God’s my island hideaway, keeps danger far from the shore, throws garlands of hosannas around my neck. ~Psalm 32:7
Out in my yard today… 70 degrees and little breezy. So ready for summer weather to arrive! The colombine, one of my personal favorites, is in full bloom. I’m grateful for… guardian angels that accompany my daughter when she is driving. Last week there was a malfunction with the car that could have resulted in a dangerous situation for her. By the grace of God she made it home safe and sound. One of my favorite things… are my Sloggers, these garden clogs that my husband gave me last year. No matter how muddy they get, I can just spray
I arrived as a later-in-life surprise to my parents. A surprise and a bit of a miracle. Allow me to explain… Following the birth of their second child, my parents were advised by their physician to not have any more children since pregnancy and childbirth were so difficult for my mother. He also told them that it was highly unlikely that they would ever conceive again and to be thankful for their two healthy sons. My folks had hoped to have a larger family, but, given the multiple miscarriages they had endured in order to have two children, they decided