Photography....

 I went to a baseball game last night and took some pics. Enjoy! Tigers are in first place! :)

Quotes...

 I am a quotes kind of girl... I read a few of these today... and thought that I'd share them with you. :)

Today...

 "...stooping very low, He engraves with care
His Name, indelible, upon our dust;
And from the ashes of our self-despair,
Kindles a flame of hope and humble trust.
He seeks no second site on which to build,
But on the old foundation, stone by stone,
Cementing sad experience with grace,
Fashions a stronger temple of His own."
— Patricia St. John

Today is a day that had been set aside to raise awareness for suicide and it's prevention. Really what a sad day. There are so many hurting people out there. I wish I could tell them that they are loved, by me and by their Creator. That there are so many things to live for. That ending their physical life isn't really the end-there is a life after death. I wish that they could know that Jesus died so that they could have life eternal. The trials, heartaches, disappointments, anger, loneliness and feelings of worthlessness-they can all be put to rest and healed. People-let's reach out to those around us. You might not know that you could be the one to help save someone's life. Show them the way to Jesus. He longs to heal their broken hearts...

A quote...

Read this, my heart rings true with these words:

"I long for the day...when I gaze upon my beloved Savior's face. To join in the glorious song of the Redeemed. To fall in utter amazement and awe of His beauty. To cast my crown at His feet. To know that the trials and toils of this life are over-and know they were worth enduring, to watch them fade away in the light of His glory. To praise Him ALL day and ALL night, no distractions, no worries, fears, sadness or pain. What a day that will be!!!"

But until that day, I will do my utmost to please and glorify Him with all my heart, soul, mind and strength.

Family Vacation

 Our family took a little vacation to northern MI. We had a wonderful time to be sure! I don't have pictures of everyone, the weather didn't cooperate for many pictures.  The first day was beautiful-the rest rainy and cold. Thankfully we had a lots of room, an indoor pool-and the Olympics to watch! Spending time together was certainly a blessing. We don't have many opportunities to have our whole family together, so it was super nice to spend quality time with each other. Now, school has started for the younger kids (or actually it will on Monday), college for Jill and Annie, and Med school for Daniel. Alexandra goes back to school after Labor Day, and though I will miss the freedom to go anywhere at anytime... I will be glad to have mornings to myself, and a bit more of a schedule for Alex.
Well, Enjoy the pics...
ttyl
-EM

 Un-named siblings flying through the air. ;)

 Tired after a long day of hard play.

Beautiful Elsie and Gabby

Children

Children are such a source of joy and delight. The silly, cute things they say, their trusting hearts, innocent expressions...what's not to love? I love taking pictures of little kiddos. It can be a little tough to get the "perfect shot" since they move so fast, don't always love to pose, give cheesy grins when you say "smile" (which are adorable by the way). I've taken a few photos recently, that I just had to share. Hope that you enjoy them. :)

 Marshmallow-y Goodness

Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." Mathew 19:14

-Emily

(click on photos to see them enlarged)

Promises....

Do you ever feel down in the dumps and need some encouragement? I do. I love to dig into the bible and find promises to encourage and lift me up. Here are a few snippets that have blessed me recently...

-Emily