152. 1st Graders Learning How to Give

Sophie's class has been learning a lot about water this year. When we went in for our parent conference toward the beginning of the year her teacher told us that Sophie had explained to her how our church (actually a mission of our church, Water for All) helps dig water wells for people who need them. We were both a little taken aback that Sophie was aware enough about our church's missions to offer that information. Her teacher asked if Taylor could come share about what they do.

Water For All is truly an amazing ministry that we are so proud to be a part of, so Taylor was happy to go and share about the work they are doing in Bolivia and Ethiopia and even in San Angelo as they train people from all over the world. He was able to show pictures from his own trip to Ethiopia a few years ago.

Sophie's teacher was very impressed by Taylor's presentation and the way Terry and his team are able to dig these wells for so little cost. Sophie was pretty proud of her Daddy coming to speak, too.

A couple of weeks after Taylor spoke this came home with Sophie.

I went up and took pictures of one of the game days.

Today Sophie's teacher told me that they had reached $100 and couldn't wait to present the money to us. This school does not have wealthy students, yet they were able to accomplish this. We are so thankful Sophie is learning in such a community. We feel blessed to get to send our little missionary out everyday and pray that we can also minister there as a family.

Then the righteous will answer him, "Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go visit you?" The King will reply, "I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me." Matt. 25: 37-40

All is Grace

"If we can take everything God gives as grace and give thanks for it, there is joy." Ann Voskamp

122. The colors of the morning sky

123. Little girls talking about books they're reading

124. My little boy's smile

125. Friends to play with

126. Batting practice in the backyard

127. Friends who bring me Sonic drinks and know my favorite

128. Silly Putty

129. Bed head

130. Short sleeves

131. Car windows rolled down

132. Lost tennis shoes found

133. Sleeping children

134. Sophie singing in the morning

135. God works for the good - Romans 8:28

136. A new baby

137. Teachable moments

138. Loneliness

139. The night sky

140. Medicine

141. A grumpy boy

142. Deep breaths

143. Sleep

144. John Curtis talking about castles at 6:00 AM

145. Little feet sticking me in the back

146. Sprinkles on the windshield147. Sun peeking out
148. Artwork

149. Hearing a compliment about Sophie

150. A clean house151. Movie night on a school night (I'm feeling a little wild and crazy!)

Valentine's Day

100. Tears and vulnerability

101. My Sunday School class

102. His body broken

103. His blood spilled

104. Joy of my church family

105. White moon in the afternoon sky

106. A chat with my sister

107. Gift cards

108. Mom reminding me of my list and not letting me have a pity party

109. John Curtis climbing in bed with me

110. A warm house

111. A smooth morning

112. A note from my love

113. My kids' schools114. Teachers we prayed for
115. Valentine parties



116. Winter days that feel like spring
117. Soda fountains
118. Valentine treats



119. DVD players in the car
120. Acorns
121. Valentine dinner with sweet friends

McDonald's for the kids

Outback for the mommies

Is Valentine's Day a Holiday????

73. Another morning

74. No condemnation - Romans 8:1

75. A baby's laugh

76. People caring for one another

77. A cloudless blue sky

78. A sleeping baby

79. A dog who likes to cuddle
80. Toys to trip over

81. JC's superhero powers (underground eyes)82. Valentines filling a box



83. Chocolate sampling
84. A boy's wonder of rocks

85. Good food

86. Staying up too late

Taylor hates Valentine's Day. I'm indifferent to it, but my kids love holidays - any holidays. Which begs the question, is Valentine's Day a holiday? Regardless, we humor our children. Plus, I like any excuse to make thematic food. My aunt makes fun of me, but she doesn't mind eating it. So today was our official Valentine's Day celebration.
87. Waking up to little man's voice
88. Surprises
Sophie has been wanting to go to one of Lowe's Build and Grow Workshops since she read the flyer in the store at Christmas. So we registered for the one today and the kids got to make their own Valentine music boxes. It is a really neat thing. They get an apron and goggles and a patch to put on their apron every time they do a project. It's a wonderful thing. She can get patches just like a Girl Scout, but I don't have to sell cookies or wash dishes outside. Plus, it's free! We're already registered to build a car next time.
89. Kids hammering


90. Big smiles at what was accomplished

91. Giving92. The mess of Saturday afternoon play
93. Brownies

94. Reading in the sunshine

95. Time in the kitchen

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner (PW's meatloaf)

96. Slow Saturdays

97. A full heart

98. Bike wheels on the pavement

99. Counting stars

Happy Valentine's Day!