what Marc is building now?? Probably not from this picture, but I am going to keep you updated on the progress. This is the beginning stages of my girls playhouse. It is literally going to be a play “house”. You can’t tell from these photos, but it’s even going to have a carport to park their jeeps in!! Too funny, huh!?!?!
We had so much fun. Azlyn was not ready to leave! If you know her, I’m sure you aren’t surprised!!! Here are 2 pics. from our vacation, but nothing special. I took these with my point & shoot. It rained during the late afternoon every day so we were unable to get those “formal” beach pics. I like the ones I got hanging out at the beach just as much though. I really never felt like taking pictures. It was VACATION! haha.. Being pregnanat may have a lot to do with it! 
I decided I better post something from our trip. I’ll post the rest on “myspace”. Have a good week and God bless!!
I will be out of touch from July 3rd - 14th. I’ll be posting some beach pics. when we return!!
Wow, I cannot believe that my little princess turnd 3 a few weeks ago! Man, time flies right on past us. Azlyn is all girl and those of you who know her would completely agree. She loves anything and everything about being a girl. She is the sweetest most precious little girl anyone could ask for!! Seriously, she is mommy and daddy’s sweetheart and our little helper. I have to remind myself some days that she is only 3. She has always acted so much older than she really is!! I am so thankful that God intrusted Marc and I to raise HIS precious little child!! Stay tuned for Part II…. God bless!
After careful consideration, I have decided that I will no longer be accepting any weddings. I had previously posted that I would not schedule anymore weddings for 2008. I have now decided that I will not be accepting any weddings for the next few years. Things may change in time, but for now I really enjoy portrait sessions. Nothing bad has happened or anything like that to make me change my mind. I just realized that for now, it’s not really my cup of tea. I realize it is for some photographers, but not for this one! haha.. I do this because I enjoy it, not for money. I am fortunate that I don’t have to rely on photography as an income or 2nd income and I can enjoy this so much more and not stress out because I’m taking a 3 month long maternity leave!! LOL.
To my very dear friend who is getting married in April- I love you and thank you for being so understanding. I would rather enjoy your wedding and I promise we’ll get some AWESOME engagement and bridals!!
June 19, 2008
The Most Important Time of My Day
“… Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.”
Matthew 4:4 (NIV)
Devotion:
Is it really that important to have a quiet time with the Lord everyday? I mean, the Lord knows how busy my life is, so if I just toss up a few prayers and listen to a Christian song on the radio while rushing off to work, that should suffice, right?
It’s easy to let the busyness of life crowd out time for prayer, Bible reading, and sitting with the Lord. There are a million things on all of our to-do lists, time is tight, and quiet moments seem few and far between. But I’ve learned that if I make the choice to be with the Lord first thing in the morning, my outlook on life that day and my ability to handle things seems to go so much smoother.
Also, I’ve had to change my mindset on having a quiet time. Spending time with the Lord in the morning doesn’t end when I say “amen” and put my Bible back on the shelf. I’ve just invited the King of Kings to participate in my day. So, I get up from spending time with the Lord in the morning and start eagerly looking for His hand of activity in my life.
I think about the Bible verses I read that morning and look for ways to apply them to my life that very day. I watch the circumstances that come my way hour by hour and ask the Lord to constantly give me wisdom to process life in the way that would be most honoring to Him. My mindset is healthier, my attitude more positive, and my ability to extend grace to those who rub me the wrong way is increased just by setting aside some time to be with the Lord.
If you are struggling with having quiet time with the Lord each day, try these helpful ideas:
Dear Lord, I want a more vibrant relationship with You and I know having a daily quiet time is an important part of that. Help me make this my most important priority each day, no matter how busy life is. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
After careful consideration, we have officially decided to name our daughter Lilly Grace. After saying the name Adalin and Azlyn in the same sentence we realized that it might be a little too close for comfort and definately confusing! Soooo, we went with MY original choice. Call us crazy if you will, but we are more at peace with this choice and I absolutely adore this name. This is also my grandmother’s name and great grandmother’s name. This name is very, very special. We are so excited and cannot wait to see her. I mean, really, who is she going to look like? Marc and I have one of each. It won’t be long and my blog will be flooded with her pictures!!!! 
Sorry this is such a raw post (no borders, etc.) I have been so busy the past week. Our church had VBS. I loved it, but those 3 & 4 yr. olds wore me out by the end of the week. I wish I had the energy they had. That age group is so much fun. I just LOVE teaching them BUT I am sooooo glad we are home this week with nothing going on, for now.
This baby boy is so handsome and sweet. I still haven’t figured out how he slept with 5 other kids in the house!!! Mom, dad, I hope you enjoy these photos as much as I enjoyed taking them for you.
