Sunday, May 10, 2009

Happy Mother's Day!!!

Happy Mother's Day to my Mom Stephanie, to my mother-in-law Louise, my stepmother Karen, and to my sister and sister in law's that are mommas...Susan & Kelly, Shawn & Sherry.

Also, a very special Mother's Day hug to all the mommas whose children are not physically here. Whether they be far across the country (like Jordan) or in Heaven waiting (like Brandon)...OR...and I am gonna put this "out there"...like my daughter, son, or sibling group (who is out there and has yet to join our family).

I have always only wanted to be a mom, and it is the most rewarding job that I have been so privileged and honored that God gave me and put the desire in my heart. And because of that....I know it's all God!

Hope you all enjoy your day special mommas!
Love,
Dawn

And still striving to be this Proverbs Woman!

Proverbs: 30-31
10 -31 A good woman is hard to find,
and worth far more than diamonds. Her husband trusts her without reserve,
and never has reason to regret it. Never spiteful, she treats him generously
all her life long. She shops around for the best yarns and cottons,
and enjoys knitting and sewing. She's like a trading ship that sails to faraway places
and brings back exotic surprises. She's up before dawn, preparing breakfast
for her family and organizing her day. She looks over a field and buys it,
then, with money she's put aside, plants a garden. First thing in the morning, she dresses for work,
rolls up her sleeves, eager to get started. She senses the worth of her work,
is in no hurry to call it quits for the day. She's skilled in the crafts of home and hearth,
diligent in homemaking. She's quick to assist anyone in need,
reaches out to help the poor. She doesn't worry about her family when it snows;
their winter clothes are all mended and ready to wear. She makes her own clothing,
and dresses in colorful linens and silks. Her husband is greatly respected
when he deliberates with the city fathers. She designs gowns and sells them,
brings the sweaters she knits to the dress shops. Her clothes are well-made and elegant,
and she always faces tomorrow with a smile. When she speaks she has something worthwhile to say,
and she always says it kindly. She keeps an eye on everyone in her household,
and keeps them all busy and productive. Her children respect and bless her;
her husband joins in with words of praise: "Many women have done wonderful things,
but you've outclassed them all!" Charm can mislead and beauty soon fades.
The woman to be admired and praised
is the woman who lives in the Fear-of-God. Give her everything she deserves!
Festoon her life with praises!

Monday, April 27, 2009

BEAUTIFUL & FUN weekend


There is just so much to be smiling about :-)!!!

First, Steve & I are praying intently on what is in this envelope, and about to jump in with both feet! God has confirmed so many times, that I think he may be wanting to say..."Dawn...just how many times do you want me to confirm this already "! But he is so gentle and so patient, and his timing is the correct timing! Yaaay for that!

Second...Steve & I had a personal "Sozo" ~ greek ~ restore, to make whole, heal. And WOW...God really did some MAJOR work on me! And showed me some things, and confirmed others (one had to do with the envelope), and he also just showed me just how much he loves me. And seriously....anyone and everyone who reads this...I WANT THAT FOR YOU & SO DOES GOD! :-)

More stuff....my neice Brooke had her senior prom...so of course you know what that means...LOTS of pictures! This is my Brookie Cookie, who by the way was also crowned PROM QUEEN!Cousins, Brooke & MY SETH!


Then while taking Seth to a friends (that boy never stays home) we got to take the Chevelle out and DRIVE IT FAST! Oh YEAH! So much FUN


And then the weekend was capped of on Sunday with AWESOME PRAISE & WORSHIP ~ that my Seth was playing the drums on, and then a wonderful Bridal Brunch for my sister Katie who is getting married in June. It was so much fun getting to spend time with all of my sisters (Susan,Katie, & Linda) family, and celebrate my sister Katie
(she was the flower girl at my wedding) I just love her so much

So all in all....GREAT weekend and GREAT weather...for those who know me, you know I LOVE LOVE LOVE the hot weather! :-O. And we are on the countdown for when Jordan comes home from Seattle...just about 5 weeks!

Happy Daughter of the KING, Happy Mom, Happy Aunt, Happy Sister, Happy Wife = HAPPY LIFE

Friday, April 24, 2009

Disney Part 2 ~ Downtown Disney Concert

This was such a fun day watching the band perform in Downtown Disney...and then it was off again to go have more F U N at the parks!


Getting ready to go to Downtown Disney...don't they look SHARP!!!
"Playing Music"
Seth "CONCENTRATING"...he looks a lot like Brandon here :-)
The 3 Peas In A Pod...Seth, Hannah, & David
My Brookie Cookie "CONCENTRATING"

Seth & his buddy Hannah (Andrew in the background)
Seth having fun
Seth & His Cousin Brooke