I can't sleep.
I know it's not that early for most people, but give me a break. I have two kids.
This song is stuck in my head, the lyrics happen to contain the paraphrase of a Bible verse God told me to use for my next tattoo.
I'll set you as a seal upon my heart
as a seal upon my arm
for there is love that is as strong as death
jealousy demanding as the grave
and many waters cannot quench this love.
Come be the fire inside of me
come be the flame upon my heart
Come be the fire inside of me
until you and I are one.
(I skipped major parts in that... but I don't care.)
"For love is as strong as death
It's jealousy unyielding as the grave.
It burns like a blazing fire,
like a mighty flame.
Many waters cannot quench love;
Rivers cannot sweep it away.
This probably looks like the craziest blog post ever, but God won't leave me alone.
I WANT THIS LOVE
I know this is how God feels for us, and it's totally stirring my spirit right now.
I want more.
I want what HE has for me! For us! For my family.
I'm jealous. I want it all.
I'm really glad God is bringing revelation on this verse... It's probably good to fully comprehend something before it gets tattooed on your body.
Badaboom.
Probably weirdest blog I've ever posted.
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Monday, February 21, 2011
How do you solve a problem like Maria?
I've been super neglectful of my blog. I'm sorry.
I haven't even posted our Dland pics on Facebook, and that's borderline blasphemous.
Probably the most important thing (at least in my mind) that has happened lately:
My spiritual parents Eric and Margriet resigned from Pastoral staff so that Eric can finish his schooling for becoming an English teacher. It's been on his heart to be effective for God in the teaching realm. It's all good stuff and good reasons, it was just slightly unsettling. What made it more intense is that Margriet passed on the spiritual torch (so-to-speak) to myself and two of my friends.
It's a lot.
But it's so exciting.
If you don't know Margriet, she is super amazing prophetic awesome woman of God. I know that sounded funky but there it is.
Ever since she did that, I've felt like an adult.
You'd think having 2 kids and being married would make me feel that way, but no. This did it.
Also, I became licensed with The River on Friday night which means I'm officially a Pastor.
A pastor.
I want to make the most of this and be as affective as possible.
Now onto the random:
Going to Chico on Saturday to get my 2nd tattoo.
I was originally going to fix the one I have, but this is burning in me so I'm doing it first.
Its going to be a bare tree with waves at the roots, one red heart in the branches, with these words along with it:
"For there is love that is as strong as death,
jealousy demanding as the grave,
and many waters cannot quench this love."
Boom.
I'm going to end this before I delete it all and start all over.
Peace.
Peach.
I haven't even posted our Dland pics on Facebook, and that's borderline blasphemous.
Probably the most important thing (at least in my mind) that has happened lately:
My spiritual parents Eric and Margriet resigned from Pastoral staff so that Eric can finish his schooling for becoming an English teacher. It's been on his heart to be effective for God in the teaching realm. It's all good stuff and good reasons, it was just slightly unsettling. What made it more intense is that Margriet passed on the spiritual torch (so-to-speak) to myself and two of my friends.
It's a lot.
But it's so exciting.
If you don't know Margriet, she is super amazing prophetic awesome woman of God. I know that sounded funky but there it is.
Ever since she did that, I've felt like an adult.
You'd think having 2 kids and being married would make me feel that way, but no. This did it.
Also, I became licensed with The River on Friday night which means I'm officially a Pastor.
A pastor.
I want to make the most of this and be as affective as possible.
Now onto the random:
Going to Chico on Saturday to get my 2nd tattoo.
I was originally going to fix the one I have, but this is burning in me so I'm doing it first.
Its going to be a bare tree with waves at the roots, one red heart in the branches, with these words along with it:
"For there is love that is as strong as death,
jealousy demanding as the grave,
and many waters cannot quench this love."
Boom.
I'm going to end this before I delete it all and start all over.
Peace.
Peach.
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
SWDB
I'll do my Disneyland update later tonight. For now though...
For today
Outside my window- It is SUNNY!!! The nice weather must have followed us home from Southern California.
I am thinking- About how I would much rather be back in SoCal at Disneyland. Haha
I am thankful for- being abundantly blessed. God has been so good and faithful. Its indescribable.
I am remembering- The beginning of my relationship with D. So so long ago.
On my mind- Traveling stuff... Just the concept of moving.
I am noticing that- Girls have it way worse than guys. Just saying.
Pondering these words: "What if we just started loving the people God puts before us each day, can you imagine what would spill out of that in terms of opportunity, ministry and even growing fellowship? Jesus didn’t ask us to start ministries. He didn’t ask us to accomplish great things. He simply asked us to love others the same way we are loved by him and that will be enough for the whole world to know that we belong to him and that they can too."
-Rich Oliver
From the learning rooms- Sewing business.
From the kitchen- Debating what to make for dinner tonight. I want tacoooos!
I am wearing- Grey dress thingy, black leggings, sweet BRIGHT red toe socks, plaid vans, Fear the Beard hoodie.
I am creating- I'm about to create a couple of aprons. I've been inspired by a friend's mom. Not to sell, just for personal use and gifties.
I am going- to enjoy being with my girls tonight. I missed Hailey so much while we were gone!
I am reading- "Home"- Julie Andrews' Autobiography.
I am hoping- These aprons won't be insane!
I am hearing- Jesus Culture coming from D's laptop.
Around the house- It's slightly messy. Not too bad.
One of my favorite things- All the pictures from Disneyland. Will post I promise.
A few plans for the rest of the week: Wed: Youth, Thurs: Hopefully making the aprons, Fri: Rehearsal Dinner, then Church (work in between all of this)
Photo of the day:
When we were at Disneyland this past weekend, we stayed with some friends who also happen to be the parents of our friends/spiritual parents. Leila hung out with them Sunday night so we could have some grown up time. They both fell asleep.
For today
Outside my window- It is SUNNY!!! The nice weather must have followed us home from Southern California.
I am thinking- About how I would much rather be back in SoCal at Disneyland. Haha
I am thankful for- being abundantly blessed. God has been so good and faithful. Its indescribable.
I am remembering- The beginning of my relationship with D. So so long ago.
On my mind- Traveling stuff... Just the concept of moving.
I am noticing that- Girls have it way worse than guys. Just saying.
Pondering these words: "What if we just started loving the people God puts before us each day, can you imagine what would spill out of that in terms of opportunity, ministry and even growing fellowship? Jesus didn’t ask us to start ministries. He didn’t ask us to accomplish great things. He simply asked us to love others the same way we are loved by him and that will be enough for the whole world to know that we belong to him and that they can too."
-Rich Oliver
From the learning rooms- Sewing business.
From the kitchen- Debating what to make for dinner tonight. I want tacoooos!
I am wearing- Grey dress thingy, black leggings, sweet BRIGHT red toe socks, plaid vans, Fear the Beard hoodie.
I am creating- I'm about to create a couple of aprons. I've been inspired by a friend's mom. Not to sell, just for personal use and gifties.
I am going- to enjoy being with my girls tonight. I missed Hailey so much while we were gone!
I am reading- "Home"- Julie Andrews' Autobiography.
I am hoping- These aprons won't be insane!
I am hearing- Jesus Culture coming from D's laptop.
Around the house- It's slightly messy. Not too bad.
One of my favorite things- All the pictures from Disneyland. Will post I promise.
A few plans for the rest of the week: Wed: Youth, Thurs: Hopefully making the aprons, Fri: Rehearsal Dinner, then Church (work in between all of this)
Photo of the day:
When we were at Disneyland this past weekend, we stayed with some friends who also happen to be the parents of our friends/spiritual parents. Leila hung out with them Sunday night so we could have some grown up time. They both fell asleep.
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
"It's the 011!"
I'm going to write this post and actually publish it.
Yes.
I guess that could count as a New Years Resolution.
Start something, and actually finish it.
What a concept!
I feel like I had this whole post planned out, and it just disappeared.
Hmmm...
I guess I'll start with a few "resolutions":
1. Complete something. Anything.
2. Be a better mom to my girls. They deserve it.
3. Get back my pre-baby-bod. If that's possible. Yes I understand I may look stick thin-ish, or semi-in-shape fully clothed, but this lady is no where near ready for beach season. It's not even about that... but that's a completely different story. Anyway, stretchy/flabby/leftovers goodbye.
4. Be a better youth leader. I need to step it up.
5. Preach more.
6. Be a better wife.
7. Be...better.
I feel like this could go too serious too quickly, so I'm stopping my list.
Over all, I want to be the best "Julia" I can be.
Alright, alright.. Enough of this crap.
Disneyland in t-minus 11/10 days. BOOM.
Can't wait.
I've always been kind of, over zealous as far as packing for trips go... But I'm even more so now that I have kids.
I'm surprised their stuff isn't already packed.
(Or my own)
There's so much to prep and plan and prepare for as far as kids go.
Hailey will be with our friends, so I'd feel awful if I forgot something.
Leila will be with us, but it would be a nightmare if I forgot something important...like her "boppy" (pacifier for those of you who don't speak Leila).
Alright alright alright... I'm getting tired and losing focus. Moving on to SWDB:
(P.S. I was just thinking I wish I needed to wear glasses... even just for reading. Sad.)
For today:
Outside my window- It's dark and windy it sounds like... Night time.
I am thinking- I should be sleeping... Why am I awake?
I am thankful for- Gary and Carol Leach (our friends/our friend's parents that we're staying with during Disneyland). Seriously a blessing.
I am remembering- When my mom used to make us french toast. Random.
On my mind- D. Just that I love him.
I am noticing that- I get a little crazy when I'm tired, and if I rest my eyes too long, I lose my train of thought. Also, that it irritates the crap out of me when people spell "loose" when they mean "lose".
Pondering these words: Not words so much, just pondering God's love.
From the learning rooms- Learning to plan and organize more efficiently.
From the kitchen- Nothing!
I am wearing- Black shorts (to show off my pasty legs), blue tank top, blue cardigan, no shoes.
I am creating- Luggage bags for our stroller so it doesn't get jacked or accidentally taken at Disneyland :)
I am going- to go to bed soon fo sho!
I am reading- Fail.
I am hoping- That God's heart is the same as mine for a particular situation. I'm not over it haha.
I am hearing- D tinkering with a computer in the dining room.
Around the house- Little bit messy, better than usual.
One of my favorite things- The way D looks at me. I don't care how dorky that sounds.
A few plans for the rest of the week: Work, Youth tomorrow night, dinner with friends on Thursday, service friday, nothing saturday, church sunday... Boom.
Photo of the day:
Me on my birthday, being ridiculous. (PS D got a Macbook Pro. I think I'm in love... I'm mainly in love with the 99$ Marc by Marc Jacobs bag I saw for it at the Apple store :) )
Yes.
I guess that could count as a New Years Resolution.
Start something, and actually finish it.
What a concept!
I feel like I had this whole post planned out, and it just disappeared.
Hmmm...
I guess I'll start with a few "resolutions":
1. Complete something. Anything.
2. Be a better mom to my girls. They deserve it.
3. Get back my pre-baby-bod. If that's possible. Yes I understand I may look stick thin-ish, or semi-in-shape fully clothed, but this lady is no where near ready for beach season. It's not even about that... but that's a completely different story. Anyway, stretchy/flabby/leftovers goodbye.
4. Be a better youth leader. I need to step it up.
5. Preach more.
6. Be a better wife.
7. Be...better.
I feel like this could go too serious too quickly, so I'm stopping my list.
Over all, I want to be the best "Julia" I can be.
Alright, alright.. Enough of this crap.
Disneyland in t-minus 11/10 days. BOOM.
Can't wait.
I've always been kind of, over zealous as far as packing for trips go... But I'm even more so now that I have kids.
I'm surprised their stuff isn't already packed.
(Or my own)
There's so much to prep and plan and prepare for as far as kids go.
Hailey will be with our friends, so I'd feel awful if I forgot something.
Leila will be with us, but it would be a nightmare if I forgot something important...like her "boppy" (pacifier for those of you who don't speak Leila).
Alright alright alright... I'm getting tired and losing focus. Moving on to SWDB:
(P.S. I was just thinking I wish I needed to wear glasses... even just for reading. Sad.)
For today:
Outside my window- It's dark and windy it sounds like... Night time.
I am thinking- I should be sleeping... Why am I awake?
I am thankful for- Gary and Carol Leach (our friends/our friend's parents that we're staying with during Disneyland). Seriously a blessing.
I am remembering- When my mom used to make us french toast. Random.
On my mind- D. Just that I love him.
I am noticing that- I get a little crazy when I'm tired, and if I rest my eyes too long, I lose my train of thought. Also, that it irritates the crap out of me when people spell "loose" when they mean "lose".
Pondering these words: Not words so much, just pondering God's love.
From the learning rooms- Learning to plan and organize more efficiently.
From the kitchen- Nothing!
I am wearing- Black shorts (to show off my pasty legs), blue tank top, blue cardigan, no shoes.
I am creating- Luggage bags for our stroller so it doesn't get jacked or accidentally taken at Disneyland :)
I am going- to go to bed soon fo sho!
I am reading- Fail.
I am hoping- That God's heart is the same as mine for a particular situation. I'm not over it haha.
I am hearing- D tinkering with a computer in the dining room.
Around the house- Little bit messy, better than usual.
One of my favorite things- The way D looks at me. I don't care how dorky that sounds.
A few plans for the rest of the week: Work, Youth tomorrow night, dinner with friends on Thursday, service friday, nothing saturday, church sunday... Boom.
Photo of the day:
Me on my birthday, being ridiculous. (PS D got a Macbook Pro. I think I'm in love... I'm mainly in love with the 99$ Marc by Marc Jacobs bag I saw for it at the Apple store :) )
Monday, December 27, 2010
A real post? No way...
It's true! I mean, I'm behind on my SWDB so I'll do that at the end, but I'm going to make a REAL post!
Christmas is already over, I can't believe it. We're so blessed. I told D the other day it's amazing how faithful God is, not just in the big things, but in the little desires of our heart. I always had faith for God to do miracles (healing, restoration, etc.) but I forgot to believe in the little stuff, and He's reminded me of that this Christmas.
D and I are giving each other our presents in 19 days...That's right... Our trip to DISNEYLAND!!!
I'm beyond excited about this.
It'll be Leila's first trip ever. She's really excited. And to make it better, our friends Tadd and Cassie are going with us :) Everything for this trip totally opened up. We have a place to stay (for free!), the fact that Cassie and Tadd get to go is huge, and we get to stay for 3 days instead of 2! It's just all awesome. O.k., enough of this, lets get to the SWDB. Wow... two weeks behind. My bad!
For today
Outside my window- It's sunny again!
I am thinking- About what I need to get done today.
I am thankful for- the people who gave us Starbucks Christmas Blend, and for Kelsey giving me Disneyland Coffee. MMMMM
I am remembering- The joy and excitement of Disneyland
On my mind- I need to have more grace for Leila.
I am noticing that- Leila is crazy. Lol
Pondering these words: I'm not really sure... I'm pondering more of God's goodness.
From the learning rooms- Learning to make tutus! Thanks to Tammi!
From the kitchen- The smell of coffee and eggo waffles haha.
I am wearing- Teal leggings, my new Minnie Mouse shirt, and no shoes. Yeah, I'm classy.
I am creating- Tutus!!! As soon as I get the stuff.
I am going- to clean today hopefully, and spend some time with my girls.
I am reading- I'm going to start reading Romans again.
I am hoping- D doesn't get home super late tonight.
I am hearing- Dora the Explorer + Leila and Hailey both talking to the TV
Around the house- Little bit messy. Christmas cards are on the fridge now.
One of my favorite things- The way Leila talks, and how she talks about seeing Jesus.
A few plans for the rest of the week: Work work work, I turn 23 on Friday (woo...) and it's also my Nana's 73rd birthday, and D's grandpa's 70th birthday. Hopefully I'll be seeing my cousins this week, and hanging with my friends and D.
Photo of the day:
Leila with her Auntie Fee (Felesha) on Christmas Eve in her sweet Zebra hat.
Christmas is already over, I can't believe it. We're so blessed. I told D the other day it's amazing how faithful God is, not just in the big things, but in the little desires of our heart. I always had faith for God to do miracles (healing, restoration, etc.) but I forgot to believe in the little stuff, and He's reminded me of that this Christmas.
D and I are giving each other our presents in 19 days...That's right... Our trip to DISNEYLAND!!!
I'm beyond excited about this.
It'll be Leila's first trip ever. She's really excited. And to make it better, our friends Tadd and Cassie are going with us :) Everything for this trip totally opened up. We have a place to stay (for free!), the fact that Cassie and Tadd get to go is huge, and we get to stay for 3 days instead of 2! It's just all awesome. O.k., enough of this, lets get to the SWDB. Wow... two weeks behind. My bad!
For today
Outside my window- It's sunny again!
I am thinking- About what I need to get done today.
I am thankful for- the people who gave us Starbucks Christmas Blend, and for Kelsey giving me Disneyland Coffee. MMMMM
I am remembering- The joy and excitement of Disneyland
On my mind- I need to have more grace for Leila.
I am noticing that- Leila is crazy. Lol
Pondering these words: I'm not really sure... I'm pondering more of God's goodness.
From the learning rooms- Learning to make tutus! Thanks to Tammi!
From the kitchen- The smell of coffee and eggo waffles haha.
I am wearing- Teal leggings, my new Minnie Mouse shirt, and no shoes. Yeah, I'm classy.
I am creating- Tutus!!! As soon as I get the stuff.
I am going- to clean today hopefully, and spend some time with my girls.
I am reading- I'm going to start reading Romans again.
I am hoping- D doesn't get home super late tonight.
I am hearing- Dora the Explorer + Leila and Hailey both talking to the TV
Around the house- Little bit messy. Christmas cards are on the fridge now.
One of my favorite things- The way Leila talks, and how she talks about seeing Jesus.
A few plans for the rest of the week: Work work work, I turn 23 on Friday (woo...) and it's also my Nana's 73rd birthday, and D's grandpa's 70th birthday. Hopefully I'll be seeing my cousins this week, and hanging with my friends and D.
Photo of the day:
Leila with her Auntie Fee (Felesha) on Christmas Eve in her sweet Zebra hat.
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Woman's Simple Day Book
Almost forgot about this! Ah HA!
For today
Outside my window- It's sunny!!!! What in the world??
I am thinking- About how to make my ugly Christmas sweater even more ridiculous.
I am thankful for- Jaime giving me french pressed coffee this morning. Someone was about to die.
I am remembering- Past Christmases with my family. All the good times as kids. ♥
On my mind- My parents have been a lot lately. Probably due to the holidays.
I am noticing that- I can be creative. And I should be more often.
Pondering these words: I'm not... is that bad?
From the learning rooms- Learning how to be a better mom, if that makes sense.
From the kitchen- Not sure. We're not home right now its work time.
I am wearing- Jeans, lumberjack shirt, stinky boots.
I am creating- My ugly Christmas sweater! I'll have to post a pic when it's done.
I am going- to Pastor Rich and Lindy's house for lunch with the staff. That'll be nice!
I am reading- ...
I am hoping- We get our Christmas shopping done. We haven't done any really.
I am hearing- The construction workers talking in the next room, and buzzing music from D's earbuds.
Around the house- It is decorated! Tree is up and looking beautiful, but a section of lights are out.
One of my favorite things- Decorating for Christmas with a cup of hot chocolate, Christmas music, and my family. ♥
A few plans for the rest of the week:Today: Lunch, Youth! Thursday: Nothing Friday: Staff/Board Christmas Party, Saturday: Lords and Ladies dinner night with the youth! Sunday: Church :) then Christmas Party.
Photo of the day: We took Leila to meet the cast of Yo Gabba Gabba on Saturday, she loved it until Plex (the Robot) tried to high five her...
For today
Outside my window- It's sunny!!!! What in the world??
I am thinking- About how to make my ugly Christmas sweater even more ridiculous.
I am thankful for- Jaime giving me french pressed coffee this morning. Someone was about to die.
I am remembering- Past Christmases with my family. All the good times as kids. ♥
On my mind- My parents have been a lot lately. Probably due to the holidays.
I am noticing that- I can be creative. And I should be more often.
Pondering these words: I'm not... is that bad?
From the learning rooms- Learning how to be a better mom, if that makes sense.
From the kitchen- Not sure. We're not home right now its work time.
I am wearing- Jeans, lumberjack shirt, stinky boots.
I am creating- My ugly Christmas sweater! I'll have to post a pic when it's done.
I am going- to Pastor Rich and Lindy's house for lunch with the staff. That'll be nice!
I am reading- ...
I am hoping- We get our Christmas shopping done. We haven't done any really.
I am hearing- The construction workers talking in the next room, and buzzing music from D's earbuds.
Around the house- It is decorated! Tree is up and looking beautiful, but a section of lights are out.
One of my favorite things- Decorating for Christmas with a cup of hot chocolate, Christmas music, and my family. ♥
A few plans for the rest of the week:Today: Lunch, Youth! Thursday: Nothing Friday: Staff/Board Christmas Party, Saturday: Lords and Ladies dinner night with the youth! Sunday: Church :) then Christmas Party.
Photo of the day: We took Leila to meet the cast of Yo Gabba Gabba on Saturday, she loved it until Plex (the Robot) tried to high five her...
Monday, December 6, 2010
WSDB
For today
Outside my window- Sun setting, leaves shaking, big box from our tree!
I am thinking- About getting dinner started.
I am thankful for- God being THE provider, and for my hard working husband.
I am remembering- Decorating the Christmas tree at my Grandmother's with my cousins.
On my mind- ChristmasChristmasChristmas.
I am noticing that- I need to vacuum the kitchen.
Pondering these words: I'm pondering how God is like Santa is supposed to be, but better!
From the learning rooms- Learning how to make soup tonight!
From the kitchen- Clean dishes, stuff to make Chicken Taco soup!
I am wearing- Tube top and jeans. Bare feet!
I am creating- Nothing right now.
I am going- Put lights on the tree!
I am reading- Take a wild guess...
I am hoping- D won't have to work tonight.
I am hearing- Leila saying "I want..." and asking for tons of stuff, and some Barney Christmas special on tv.
Around the house- Random baby clothes as usual.
One of my favorite things- Everything about the Christmas season!
A few plans for the rest of the week: Making soup tonight, work tomorrow, youth Wednesday, work Thursday, Christmas Production Friday, Taking Leila to see Yo Gabba Gabba at the mall on Saturday, decorating Grandma's tree on Sunday!
Photo of the day:
Hailey fast asleep, wearing the amazing Minnie Mouse hat and booties my friend Alegre made! Leila and I are getting one too!
Outside my window- Sun setting, leaves shaking, big box from our tree!
I am thinking- About getting dinner started.
I am thankful for- God being THE provider, and for my hard working husband.
I am remembering- Decorating the Christmas tree at my Grandmother's with my cousins.
On my mind- ChristmasChristmasChristmas.
I am noticing that- I need to vacuum the kitchen.
Pondering these words: I'm pondering how God is like Santa is supposed to be, but better!
From the learning rooms- Learning how to make soup tonight!
From the kitchen- Clean dishes, stuff to make Chicken Taco soup!
I am wearing- Tube top and jeans. Bare feet!
I am creating- Nothing right now.
I am going- Put lights on the tree!
I am reading- Take a wild guess...
I am hoping- D won't have to work tonight.
I am hearing- Leila saying "I want..." and asking for tons of stuff, and some Barney Christmas special on tv.
Around the house- Random baby clothes as usual.
One of my favorite things- Everything about the Christmas season!
A few plans for the rest of the week: Making soup tonight, work tomorrow, youth Wednesday, work Thursday, Christmas Production Friday, Taking Leila to see Yo Gabba Gabba at the mall on Saturday, decorating Grandma's tree on Sunday!
Photo of the day:
Hailey fast asleep, wearing the amazing Minnie Mouse hat and booties my friend Alegre made! Leila and I are getting one too!
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