It has been too long since I have posted anything. We have been going through some changes again in our lives. It has been interesting, trying and adventurous all in one. I am working on keeping my mind focused on the Lord, His word and His promises for me & my family. One scripture that has been resonating in me is Jeremiah 29:11. "For I know the plans I have for you. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans for a hope and a future." Little did I know how desperately I would cling to this scripture during this time. God has been so faithful in reminding me often. I have seen it posted on Facebook, in a picture, on a coffee mug and even on a friends commercial fishing boat in AK. Yes, God is with us everywhere we go.
My husband, daughter and I had the opportunity to travel to Kodiak, AK to sing in a friends wedding, minister at a church we had previously been a part of and enjoy time with family and friends. It was a time of reconnecting, relaxing and enjoying God's amazing creation. My husband and daughter went gill netting for salmon. We went halibut fishing on a beautiful, sunny, calm day. We had a bonfire on the beach with some friends, walked the boat docks looking at all the commercial fishing boats and sailboats. We walked on our favorite beaches looking for seashells and sea glass, enjoying the sunshine and cool ocean breeze. Best of all, we got to be apart of a dear friends wedding and got to lead worship at a church we were apart of for many years. It was such a blessing and honor. A true gift from God on so many levels. We stayed with good friends, enjoying their company over barbecued salmon, birthday cake and yummy mochas. The last night we feasted on venison, mac n cheese, salad and delicious rhubarb cake, set off firecrackers and made some sweet memories with the newly married couple.
We than headed to Wasilla, AK to visit my husbands family. It was neat to see all the work they have done on their home and property. They have worked hard and it shows.
We returned to AZ and got ready for our drive to WA. After a few days at a friends house in Glendale, we headed out to the Grand Canyon and beyond.
I love how the Lord, our Father, reminds us in His creation how deeply He loves us. His love reaches from the east to the west, is deeper than any ocean and higher than the heavens. Not only does He show in creation how much He loves us, but also in our daily everyday lives. Our trip to Alaska was a God kiss, (if you will.) From the sunshine, to the walks on the beach, the fishing trip, the conversations with dear friends. God showed His love in our move through the help of friends. He showed His grace in the long drive from AZ in keeping us safe, keeping the kids from driving each other (& us) crazy and helping Mark & I with the driving. We got good gas mileage, had great weather and the traffic was low key. God has done so much and I am so thankful.
We are now in WA., taking this time to seek His face and see what doors will be opened for our hearts desires in our lives and ministry. He is faithful. He has always come through. I know He will continue to show His character to us and in us. Our hearts are for Him and He is for us!
