We Encourage: Take a Moment

Take a moment.

A moment to remember.

Remember being a child.

Do not forget. 

Forget where we came from.

Forget what life looked like at 3ft. tall.

There was a time when the world was new. 

New to you.

New to me.

Try to remember.

Just try.

With all your might.

Are you too jaded?

Hurt? Afraid? 

Old (and gray)?

The world was big.

Bikes were faster.

Everything towered.

Remember?

Is it coming back to you?

I hope its coming back.

Life seemed simple.

and complicated.

But good.

Lightening bugs. Puddles.

Falling leaves and snow.

Bruises, scrapes and new friends.

Would I go back?

If I could?

Would you?

Innocent.

So unaware.

Trusting.

Fingers in the dirt.

Feet in mud.

Taking it all in.

I remember.

For now.

Yesterday? Tomorrow? 

Trucks and trains.

Dolls and dresses.

Life was good.

Faith like a child.

What does that mean?

Free. Pure. Vulnerable.

Don't want to?

Can't?

I get it.

Jesus.

Arms. Wide.

OPEN.

Hugs and Kisses.

X's and O's.

Love. Pure love.

Take a moment.

A moment to remember.

Remember being a child.

This was inspired by my son. Everyday I watch him play and it takes me back. Back to simple days that maybe didn't always seem so simple. Days where my biggest decision was which tree to climb... first :) Come on, you know thats a tough choice ;)  Not that we didn't struggle or have our disfunctions as a family but we had love and fun. I was blessed.  I realize that many people do not have such a fortunate past and the memories are not so dear. I also know a REDEEMER that loves us and redeems what was lost or stolen. He is the perfect father, friend, lover and savior. 

Let me encourage you today to remember. Take an account of the blessings from your redeemer and friend. Remember the faith you had as a little one. The vulnerable trust you had that never let you question your next meal or hug. 

Remember some of your firsts... first tree climb... bike ride... time to the beach... 

Remember some of your favorites... Favorite blanket, toy, home, teacher, friend, swing...

Even if Malakai doesn't remember all of his firsts or even his favorites, I will. Share with me in one of these memories made... 

His first time bowling :)

Its Raining (Its Pouring)

Yesterday afternoon Malakai was begging to go to the beach. He wanted to, "get wet and play in the sand with a bucket." I told him we would have to ask Daddy (since it was already like 4:30 in the afternoon). Turned out that Daddy came home late so we couldn't go find a beach. But that didn't stop Malakai from having a completely successful and fun afternoon........

The sky turned from blue to black in a matter of minutes... it appeared that maybe a storm was brewing. Much of the time it will look like a really "good" storm is headed for us and all we'll get is some thunder and a sprinkle. We always hope for more though :) Malakai spied the sprinkles and quickly ran for his rain boots... he was ready to go!

I'll allow the video/photos to tell the rest of the story..... Enjoy!

and this is what Sisters were doing while brother splashed....

little cuties <3

So that was our afternoon... btw- after I took photos, Daddy went out and played with Malakai in the rain... they were SOAKED! It was soooo sweet :) Malakai told Daddy he was at the ocean and asked him if that was where the dolphins lived (in the puddle he was "swimming" in). He had a blast and we were blessed by his joy!