Next week we are flying to California. We are headed to Disneyland. With a 5 year old and 1 year old, I am a little nervous about how are vacation will go. So thankfully, I did a bit of pre-Disneyland travel studying and found some amazing resources. Travel to Disneyland does not have to be scary. Just do some research and plan ahead. Here is what I found when researching online. Travel to Disneyland With Kids Tips and Tricks: 1. Bring an umbrella stroller 2. Bring a reusable water … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Praise
I have been pretty absent from my computer, this blog, and social media for a few days now. On Sunday morning were received a phone call that my sister in-law had a seizure and after a catscan they found a brain tumor. We rushed around, packed up, purchased airplane tickets, and headed to Southern California that night. On Monday morning, we received terrible news that one neurologist thought the tumor was one that would result in only 1-2 years left of life. We were devastated. But we … [Read more...]
The Water Park
We are staying at a resort for my husband's family reunion. When I saw resort, I mean resort. It is so nice! What fun we are having!One of the great features of this resort are the splash pads. My Princess loves splash pads and pools.It is all we have been doing.Swimsuit all day, baby!I am going home with a tan. *I did a little photo editing with Photoshop Elements 8. I used a storyboard from Rita at The Coffee Shop Blog. {Love that lady!} … [Read more...]
Happy Father’s Day
Happy Father's Day!I hope your day has been blessed!As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear Him. Psalm 103: 13 … [Read more...]
A Toddler Accident
The other title was going to be "A Poop Story", but I decided that might be a little too yucky sounding. But this is what it is.We arrived at the airport in Ontario, CA on Sunday. 14 of us flew down for my aunt's funeral. We did not have a hotel reserved yet. {Yes, this is how my family operates, and it does drive me crazy.}So when three of the men went over to get the two Suburbans, I was put in charge of searching the internet for decent housing accomodations.Our tribe owns a Ramada in Ocean … [Read more...]
Understanding Death
Though, my Princess recently attended a funeral, she still is fascinated {of course} with the casket and body of a dead loved one. Right when we arrived at the mortuary for a special family viewing on Monday, she wanted to see our Aunt in the casket. She said, Why won't she open her eyes, mommy? I explained to her, again, what it means to die. Then I also explained to her that we will see our Aunt again in Heaven. She loves that. {Me too!} She then said, Can you tell me a story about … [Read more...]
Dealing With Death
sourceMy aunt died. We went to visit her last September because she was not doing well.Though, we all expected it to happen, it was still a hurtful shock. So the Princess and I are leaving Canada to head down to Southern California for the funeral. Pray for us all.After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever. Therefore encourage each other with these … [Read more...]
