Last April the foundation was just being prepped for our new church home, remember? Glad to report that it’s almost time to move in!
Just a few finishing touches needed…
a final cleaning…
and we’re there.
Hallelluiah, God is able!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugLnuwvW0t4
I would like to report that I am still standing firm and in faith, I believe I am however, in reality it feels like, even though I’m standing, still terribly sad. I’m not sure if or how to continue with posts feeling this way although, I’ve always tried to be authentic here since I began Joy Studio and I wouldn’t know how to do anything else. I suppose I could just be silent and sometimes… I probably will. So, sadness will just have to be part of my expression, as I expect it will accompany me for some time.
Nearly a month, just shy since my mom was killed but the desire to keep going, to press on (I press on toward the goal… Phil.3:14) has been instilled in me (by dad & mom) and I have learned, we must do this as quickly as possible, even when we don’t want to.
This week, I plan to put the comfort of creating to the test, once again. I have a full understanding that there is no escaping deep sadness in this life but it’s good to allow the healing to begin. My mom would agree. Creating can help. I’ll let you know what results. Thank you for all of your kind thoughts and caring comments.
Thy rod and Thy staff, they comfort me. Psalms 23:4
How is a blog handled when life becomes unbelievable. Unimaginable. For the second time this month, our family has suffered loss.
My Mom, Ann • June 25, 1926 – February 23, 2011
My soul, wait in silence for God only,
for my hope is from Him.
He only is my rock and my salvation.
My stronghold: I will not be shaken.
On God my salvation and my glory rest:
The rock of my strength, my refuge is in God.
Trust in Him at all times, O people:
Pour out your heart before Him:
God is a refuge for us.
Psalms 62:5 – 8
Last February I was sharing Valentine box creations with another generation. This year I am remembering how things use to be.
The Lord is near to the brokenhearted, and rescues the crushed in Spirit.
Psalms 34:18
Thank you all for participating in my giveaway game. It was a pleasure to hear from each of you and about all of the different ways everyone likes to create. I’ve enjoyed reading about the various mediums, methods and materials that you’ve all shared. I hope you will continue to write me about your creative conquests and discoveries. It sounds like we all enjoy doing so many things and keeping busy fitting them into our lives.
Early this morning I picked a winning name for the giveaway prize. Then, I decided it was so much fun for me, that I needed to pick another name. So, the two winners of the “Get Acquainted Giveaway” goes to Liz and Susan! Yeah! Keep living creatively!
Please excuse me, I will be taking a bit of a blog break while I visit with family.
