Sunday, January 22, 2012
Monday, January 9, 2012
Greetings from the well :)
Hello, loved ones. Happy New Year! Hope you are off to a great year with fond memories of 2011.
2011 was an interesting year for Mac and I. How 'bout you? Would love to hear how your year was. In reflection, I find myself back writing tonight with a full heart and an empty house. My sweetie is on an overnighter for work and its just me and the kitrons. (and a very big bowl of popcorn!) lol Travel safely lovey. Thanks for all you do for us!
This past year was one of blessings and setbacks, gains and losses. A year of drawing closer to each other as we draw closer to Jesus. It has been a rich, rich time for us. Not just because of the blessings, but, because of the setbacks, gains and losses as well. The richest blessings and movements of God for the year seemed to center around relationships. Although there has been a painful releasing of some close relationships, we have found that the new ones that have been so lavishly brought into our lives have burst our heart with joy. We never thought it possible to be showered with so many new loved ones. And, some, are just so pleasantly surprising. I guess you could say our garden looks a little different this year, but oh, how we are so thankful for the current and future bounty. We are blessed and loved beyond measure.
One of the relationships that has been deepened this year is with dear sweet Grammy. Although this has been one of the biggest setbacks, as I said above, it is also one of the sweetest gifts. Mac and I have had so much opportunity to spend time with Grandma and have treasured each moment. As a contrast to the rest of my life, I actually have been able to serve her. She has always been there for me and Mac, always. As Grandma fights the dimming years of her life, she does it with such love, constant generosity and just down right will. (I guess you now know where I find my strong will from, eh? ;)...tis a blessing and a curse!) hee. I admire and love her so, and consider her to be my mom. I am reminded that all we know and are given are gifts to be enjoyed while they are loosely still held in our hands.
One of the relationships unexpectedly lost this year was a very big piece of our family, our dear friend Sir Maximillion, aka as Maxieman. This precious soul was taken from us so unexpectedly, we barely could catch our breath in grief. Maxieman was our first exposure to Maine Coon cats and was a very special boy....he was Paw-paws boy. We miss him and his love and tricks immensely. We know this can never compare to those who have lost loved one's this past year. Our hearts go out to you.
One of the surprise blessings this year is our relationship with Pursuit Ministries. http://pursuitcommunities.org/ We look forward to what God is doing and being a part of sharing the gospel to the city of St. Louis and the surrounding metro area. We ask for your continued prayers for both Central Christian Church and Pursuit.
And, last but not least, it wouldn't be a posting from me, and I shan't disappoint....we must share the latest additions to the Mc'D's family: Welcome to our new, loving and unexpected gifts Arlee and Romeo
In closing, we wish to say to you....THANKS! Thanks for your love and for the great relationships. We are thankful for each of you. We wish you peace and grace.
Forever Changed, Gina
2011 was an interesting year for Mac and I. How 'bout you? Would love to hear how your year was. In reflection, I find myself back writing tonight with a full heart and an empty house. My sweetie is on an overnighter for work and its just me and the kitrons. (and a very big bowl of popcorn!) lol Travel safely lovey. Thanks for all you do for us!
This past year was one of blessings and setbacks, gains and losses. A year of drawing closer to each other as we draw closer to Jesus. It has been a rich, rich time for us. Not just because of the blessings, but, because of the setbacks, gains and losses as well. The richest blessings and movements of God for the year seemed to center around relationships. Although there has been a painful releasing of some close relationships, we have found that the new ones that have been so lavishly brought into our lives have burst our heart with joy. We never thought it possible to be showered with so many new loved ones. And, some, are just so pleasantly surprising. I guess you could say our garden looks a little different this year, but oh, how we are so thankful for the current and future bounty. We are blessed and loved beyond measure.
One of the relationships that has been deepened this year is with dear sweet Grammy. Although this has been one of the biggest setbacks, as I said above, it is also one of the sweetest gifts. Mac and I have had so much opportunity to spend time with Grandma and have treasured each moment. As a contrast to the rest of my life, I actually have been able to serve her. She has always been there for me and Mac, always. As Grandma fights the dimming years of her life, she does it with such love, constant generosity and just down right will. (I guess you now know where I find my strong will from, eh? ;)...tis a blessing and a curse!) hee. I admire and love her so, and consider her to be my mom. I am reminded that all we know and are given are gifts to be enjoyed while they are loosely still held in our hands.
One of the relationships unexpectedly lost this year was a very big piece of our family, our dear friend Sir Maximillion, aka as Maxieman. This precious soul was taken from us so unexpectedly, we barely could catch our breath in grief. Maxieman was our first exposure to Maine Coon cats and was a very special boy....he was Paw-paws boy. We miss him and his love and tricks immensely. We know this can never compare to those who have lost loved one's this past year. Our hearts go out to you.
One of the surprise blessings this year is our relationship with Pursuit Ministries. http://pursuitcommunities.org/ We look forward to what God is doing and being a part of sharing the gospel to the city of St. Louis and the surrounding metro area. We ask for your continued prayers for both Central Christian Church and Pursuit.
And, last but not least, it wouldn't be a posting from me, and I shan't disappoint....we must share the latest additions to the Mc'D's family: Welcome to our new, loving and unexpected gifts Arlee and Romeo
In closing, we wish to say to you....THANKS! Thanks for your love and for the great relationships. We are thankful for each of you. We wish you peace and grace.
Forever Changed, Gina
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