Our Little Corner: Remember to Love

Monday, June 11, 2012

Remember to Love

I posted this on my Facebook page this morning. It's something that has been on my heart for several days. My heart was especially heavy this morning hence the post. I have to be honest & admit I was disappointed at how few responded. I find it very sad that more didn't stand up & speak out. Or at least dip a toe in and agree. But on a good note I am very proud of my friends that did stand up. My friend Rhonda, for instance. She brought tears to my eyes with her beautiful response. And my friend Bonny who made me want to stand up and cheer. Let's not forget Kevin & Kendra. Thank you! Or Melissa, Angie, Karen and my sweet girls. Cheers to you my brave friends!
Here is my post from today. I hope you it touches your heart & opens your eyes to those around you. I know it did for me.

No matter how many years I live on this Earth I will never, ever understand why some get such a thrill from being cruel to others. I see children picking on others. Calling them names, leaving them out or snubbing them because for some reason or another they are not considered cool or good enough to be included. Sadly I see the same behavior from adults. Those that get pleasure from others pain. Purposely leaving others out, staying in their little circle and refusing to let anyone else in. Gossiping behind backs but smiling to their faces. Remember to love as God loves. I'm posting this as my verse to read each morning to remind me to love not based on what I feel but on God's example......""Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres." 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 from the New International Version Bible reminds us that one of the benefits of kindness is love." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVjbo8dW9c8&feature=share
Don't Laugh At Me sung by Mark Wills

2 comments:

louness03 said...: you just keep your heart soft, kristine, and able to give love....thats all that matters!<3; Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Mama Teaching 3 said...: I never liked how people did this. I think children learn from their parents this response. Good for you for speaking up!!!; Thursday, June 14, 2012

SUMMERTIME 2012

2012

It was a year full of learning not only educational-wise but life lessons too. We have come to treasure those we love more than ever. Family time is to be savored and memories to be created and viewed as priceless. And our Lord is to be praised, trusted & loved.

We are enjoying our summer. It is full to overflowing with VBS volunteering & attending, Taekwondo, park playdates, gardening, Staycation, camp, birthday parties, visits from loved ones, adventures & day trips, friends, outdoor fun, swimming, summer treats, church & lots of trips to the library. It is wonderful to have some time to renew & relax.

OUR 12th YEAR

It is hard to believe we are in our 12th year of homeschooling. Where does the time go? It seems as if I should feel like an expert by now. But that's not the case. I learn more every year & always look forward to the opportunity to grow.

This year we have made some big changes. At first I was a little cautious wondering how we would handle this. But God has been amazingly gracious. We have made many new & wonderful friends. Even with cutting back our schedule is full to overflowing with fantastic & fun opportunities & experiences.

I look forward to seeing what more God has in store for us this year and sharing it with you, our friends & family.

Summer, Here We Come!

We are winding down our school year. We've finished our co-op studies & had our last classes of the year. AWANA is almost over as well as TKD. The spring soccer season is in full swing. Soon summer will be here. Swimming, park days, field trips, VBS, popsicles, gardening, bike rides & fun with friends are things we are all looking forward to. We will be doing some fun studies over the summer as well. Some we have already begun!
As always our days are full to the brim. Many like to comment that Dave & I have our hands full. I agree. Our hands & lives are full of fun, laughter, learning & growing. I wouldn't trade it for the world.

A New School Year

School has begun! It isn't officially fall here yet but our fall activities have started. We are now back in AWANA, Wednesday night groups, Sunday school, soccer, homeschool & 2 family learning co-ops. This week we have added Taekwando to our schedule. Yes, we are busy! On top it all off I am co-leading our large, church homeschool support group. We kicked off the new school year with a picnic. It was an amazing time & lots of fun was had though the weather tried it's best to ruin it. God prevailed!

This year we have a 9th grader (How did we get to high school already?), a 6th grader, a 3rd grader and one in Kindergarten. And don't forget our little toddler!!!! As many like to comment yes, we have our hands full. Our hands are full of blessings, of life and of love. Some days bring more challenges & tough times but through it all we grow stronger & closer.

Announcement *

She is here! Safe & sound & BEAUTIFUL! We are all wrapped around her little fingers. Our little princess arrived on
April 6 at 8:06a.m. by C-section. She surprised us all by weighing only 7lbs. 9oz. We had expected her to be at least 9lbs. based on the ultrasounds. She is also 19.5 inches long. A little peanut!
As you can see from some of her hospital photos she is already learning to accessorize. Lol. The nursery nurses at the hospital stuck a pink bow in her hair. I love it!
I will not be publishing her real name on my blog due to safety reasons, (just like I have done for my older children), but if you'd like to know feel free to email me privately and I'd be happy to share.