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Tag Archives: strength
… grace
And, I’m tired. Mentally. Physically. Emotionally. God, Overwhelm me with your grace and completely take over in every area of weakness. And, thank you for giving me more opportunities to tell of your amazing grace & strength! Thank you. … … Continue reading
… back in (overload) action
I’m happy dancing over here because my computer is finally fixed (yeaaaaaaaa!!!!!!) and I was able to go through a few pictures. 108474959 – computer, Alaina – 1 Even more thrilled that there are firewalls and restrictions in place that … Continue reading
Posted in faith, holidays, marriage, nieces, what I love
Tagged adoption, comfort zones, courage, faith, family, fireworks, flexibility, growth, hope, love, Nieces, plans, relaxing, strength, strong, summer, summer time, the journey, trampolines
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… everybody, somebody, anybody
I submit bi-weekly (ish… lol) to Houston Style Magazine that is based here in, well… HOUSTON! 🙂 This week, I essentially posted about actively BEING a Christian to the world. On being willing to love and serve people in whatever capacity … Continue reading
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Tagged adoption, comfort zones, courage, faith, family, friends, God, growth, healing, hope, husbands, Jesus, life, love, marriage, preparation, relationships, serve, strength, support, the journey, trust
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… never lose hope
Psalm 119:116 Sustain me, my God, according to your promise, and I will live; do not let my hopes be dashed. Hope is an amazing feeling that drives us. Its what keeps us checking our phones for a phone call … Continue reading
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Tagged adoption, babies, children, chrome buffalo, comfort zones, courage, faith, family, flexibility, forgiveness, fundraising, God, growth, healing, hope, husbands, infertility, Jesus, life, planning, plans, preparation, psalms, scripture, strength, summer, the journey, trust, waiting
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… a little bit of hope
From the very beginning of our journey, Thomas and I have been incredibly hopeful about bringing a little one into the world. As our plans in how we would be bringing home a baby changed, we remained hopeful about God’s … Continue reading
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… join the movement and let your voice be heard
This has been an amazing week of support and banning together for many women in our communities who struggle with infertility across the country. And, I am glad to be apart! I believe and will forever stand on the fact that … Continue reading
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… God is great, God is good
(this picture is completely unrelated to anything written below, but I ran my very first 5k on Saturday…. I’m incredibly proud of myself and totally praise God for the opportunity and guts. *** yes, there’s a story there…. maybe later! … Continue reading
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