In Every Moment
One of God's gifts...
I’ve finally recovered my photos of this year’s hike to “Jess’s,” a section of my grandpa’s old farm that blooms with wild daffodils every March or April. Two Sundays ago, I had the awesome opportunity to hike there with my “aunt” Megan, a few years my senior. We both had babies strapped to our abdomens and were accompanied by nine children on foot and four dogs. Hard-core, I know….
And the kicker? We didn’t know for sure what we would find until we got there, but nature did not let us down….
The kids were troopers. And it was a hike, not a walk. But it was worth it. Because I used to make that hike when I was little. And I’m so blessed to make it now with my children.
This week–Easter week–has been full of so many small blessings for me. Lots of small blessings add up to being largely blessed. The helpful hubby, the baby who has learned the wonderful gift of putting himself to sleep and sleeping 11 hours straight, the productive days at work, the three-mile walk with a dear cousin friend, the perfect timing of my morning dropoffs today, the friends, the family, the reminder that I am OK, all the time, in every mood, in every moment.
Oh, and I think I should share with you what perfect looks like on Pinterest…
and what good enough looks like in real life…
So my grass isn’t as lush, my photography not so breath-taking. But I’m happy with my craft. It was a good conversation-starter with the kids. Max says not only did Jesus “come alive again,” but “He didn’t get tired or anything.”
And what a blessing that is, to know that I can rest in peace, that larger things are at play. That I am OK, in every mood and in every moment.
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Very, very nice pictures, all of them. And your little “creation” is awesome. If it was perfect then it would have came from a store, not the heart. I am so jealous though, you have all of the memories of your childhood that you are able to pass on to your children thru doing, just not words. I guess that is the one thing about moving to NC that I lost for my kids and grandkids. But, I love your blogs and I look forward to reading them everytime you post. Glad life is “calming down” just a little. Love you Erin.
I missed the hike this year! It is a wonderful thing to share in real time your childhood memories with your kids. I loved doing those things with you and am Happy that you are passing it on to them! Another good post!
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Great blog. I missed the hike this year too, bummer. I’m glad that we have our memories together and that you are passing them on. Family bonds and memories are priceless. I can’t wait to start them with Quinten!
Sweet Erin, how I needed to read your ‘heart’ words this evening. Your blogs always touch me in a special way. Thank you for enriching my life by sharing precious moments of your life. The pictures are as beautiful as your words are inspiring. Blessed Resurrection Sunday to you and your precious family – He is risen! ♥