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Monday, December 30, 2013
Hello 30, Goodbye '13.
Sometimes you need to walk away. Just walk away.
Like when you are trying to hang that weird plastic stuff on your windows because it is supposed to help you keep your house warm and the plastic keeps clinging to you.
Or when you are trying to beat your husband's high score on the phone game "Dots" and have officially cramped your fingers into a permanent "index pointing" position only to realize your score is so low that it doesn't even make the board.
Or when you are trying to get the "perfect" sock bun that everyone says is so easy to do, yet somehow you are the only person in the world who's hair thinks it would look better as a 80's rock star sunburst.
Or when something becomes so overbearing and looming that the pressure makes your heart want to sink faster and more traumatically than the Titanic.
I know that writing is a form of therapy for many. It is a form of therapy for me. At times.
But there was a time that I needed to walk away. When the thought of writing yet another post about our continually postponed adoption made me feel like I was wrapped up in clinging plastic and stuck with my fingers in "index pointing" position. (Awkward picture, eh?)
So, in true form to how I do most anything that I am overwhelmed with...
I walked away.
Unannounced.
I didn't write, I didn't call, I didn't text...I kind of just shut down.
It is clearly not ideal and often quite hurtful to people that I am close with but who really wants to hang out with a girl with crazy hair wrapped up like a plastic mummy? Exactly.
In my time away, I turned 30. Which obviously made me much wiser and sound of mind. I had some time to reflect on this past year and all of the really incredible things that I DIDN'T write about. Yup. Thats right. Good things actually happened! I was just too consumed with our adoption to recognize it.
I realized that although our journey has been crazy and amazing and tons of people have wrapped their arms around us in support, prayer, and love...it is not the only thing going on in my life. And when I let it get to that...I felt smothered. I felt trapped. I felt exhausted.
Just like those people that ONLY EVER talk about their kids. We were ONLY EVER talking about our adoption. And we don't even have a kid yet! Yikes. Not cool, Andersons. Not cool.
So, now that we are both thirty, flirty, and thriving-ish? and clearly WAAAY wiser than we were 12 month ago...
We wanted to share a few moments that made this past year make us not want to walk away and shutdown from the world. Obviously, some adoption stuff is interweaved but hey, we can't just pretend it isn't happening!
Like when you are trying to hang that weird plastic stuff on your windows because it is supposed to help you keep your house warm and the plastic keeps clinging to you.
Or when you are trying to beat your husband's high score on the phone game "Dots" and have officially cramped your fingers into a permanent "index pointing" position only to realize your score is so low that it doesn't even make the board.
Or when you are trying to get the "perfect" sock bun that everyone says is so easy to do, yet somehow you are the only person in the world who's hair thinks it would look better as a 80's rock star sunburst.
Or when something becomes so overbearing and looming that the pressure makes your heart want to sink faster and more traumatically than the Titanic.
I know that writing is a form of therapy for many. It is a form of therapy for me. At times.
But there was a time that I needed to walk away. When the thought of writing yet another post about our continually postponed adoption made me feel like I was wrapped up in clinging plastic and stuck with my fingers in "index pointing" position. (Awkward picture, eh?)
So, in true form to how I do most anything that I am overwhelmed with...
I walked away.
Unannounced.
I didn't write, I didn't call, I didn't text...I kind of just shut down.
It is clearly not ideal and often quite hurtful to people that I am close with but who really wants to hang out with a girl with crazy hair wrapped up like a plastic mummy? Exactly.
In my time away, I turned 30. Which obviously made me much wiser and sound of mind. I had some time to reflect on this past year and all of the really incredible things that I DIDN'T write about. Yup. Thats right. Good things actually happened! I was just too consumed with our adoption to recognize it.
I realized that although our journey has been crazy and amazing and tons of people have wrapped their arms around us in support, prayer, and love...it is not the only thing going on in my life. And when I let it get to that...I felt smothered. I felt trapped. I felt exhausted.
Just like those people that ONLY EVER talk about their kids. We were ONLY EVER talking about our adoption. And we don't even have a kid yet! Yikes. Not cool, Andersons. Not cool.
So, now that we are both thirty, flirty, and thriving-ish? and clearly WAAAY wiser than we were 12 month ago...
We wanted to share a few moments that made this past year make us not want to walk away and shutdown from the world. Obviously, some adoption stuff is interweaved but hey, we can't just pretend it isn't happening!
Quick Recap:
~Began January with beginning our adoption from South Africa. Announced it with a pic of us through a pic of an iPhone. Classic.
~ Spent amazing times with friends on the sunny beaches of California. Should have taken advantage of that more (cough, -13 today, cough).
~ A visit from my beautiful friend Jenny, Erik's 30th birthday trip to Chicago for the Cubs Home Opener, and family visits out to California full of wine, golf, and blueberry picking.
~ Quality and amazing friendships made over the past 6 years because God brought us to California to begin our marriage, all of whom we have been unbelievably blessed by!
~A sad farewell to a trusty ole car that was stolen and stripped and towed to the salvage yard. RIP Green Machine.
~Dossier #2: finished.
~ Celebrated 5 years of laughing, loving, crying & adventuring by getting tattoos. We are so romantic.
~Finished up our year at Modesto Covenant with an incredible group of students, a crazy Adventure trip to somewhere in Nevada, and people who will forever be a part of our hearts. They packed up our apartment into a UHAUL in less than 2 hours. No joke. Rockstars.
~We moved. Like big time moved to Minnesota. God called, we answered. Our journey was epic. Still is.
~ Moved into a 1923 house that we love, started at a new church that we love, live in a city that we love. I mean...it's okay or whatever.
~ Travelled to Colorado for my cousin's wedding, spent quality time with the fam, and DANCED like I had the lead role in Footloose.
~Our nephew, Wells, was born and we are obsessed.
~Watching Bella walk in snow for the first time in her life. Hilarious.
~Enjoying being close to one of my favorite families in this entire nation/world, seeing family more often, cutting down our own Christmas trees, and exploring parts of the Midwest I've never seen before.
~ Siblings.
So here's to a new year, probably filled with a lot more adoption news than anyone ever wanted to know, but also filled with sweet moments outside of that which define our lives and bring us life.
I suppose sometimes walking away to gain perspective on all the good isn't so bad after all.
Cheers and Adios to 2013.
Saturday, August 4, 2012
Favorable Determination
Wow. That is a fancy and somewhat confusing way of saying to an adoptive family "HECK YES!! WE APPROVE YOU!!!"
Or at least, that is how I read it when I walked in the door last night from a day at the lake with 80 High School and College Students.
It may have been the sunburn.
It may have been the jostling of my brain from the tube that I was on while being dragged (and yes...I mean clinging for my life dragged) through the water.
It may have even been the two hot dogs minus the buns that I had served to me in a cup by a 5th grade girl.
Either way, it took me a solid 60 seconds to wrap my mind around the fact that...
On the last day of our Summer Student Ministries, the last day of wrapping up a crazy and amazing season of being with students and encouraging their (and our) relationship with Christ, we come home to this:
Or at least, that is how I read it when I walked in the door last night from a day at the lake with 80 High School and College Students.
It may have been the sunburn.
It may have been the jostling of my brain from the tube that I was on while being dragged (and yes...I mean clinging for my life dragged) through the water.
It may have even been the two hot dogs minus the buns that I had served to me in a cup by a 5th grade girl.
Either way, it took me a solid 60 seconds to wrap my mind around the fact that...
On the last day of our Summer Student Ministries, the last day of wrapping up a crazy and amazing season of being with students and encouraging their (and our) relationship with Christ, we come home to this:
That would be the United States Immigration and Citizenship Services saying "we approve you to take one step closer to your child."
That would be the last document that we need for our dossier.
That would be the last check mark on our "Documents Needed" Checklist.
And believe me....that is one BIG FAT...
Check.
Thursday, July 26, 2012
How About Your Summer?
Crazy.
We have been CRAZY this summer.
Sometimes I get so overwhelmed just thinking about the fact that we have spent the last 2 months touching base at home for no more than 2 weeks before we leave again to go somewhere else.
It has been a total whirlwind.
A good whirlwind. (Is there such a thing?)
If you haven't gotten a chance to see this...here is just a highlight (a 14 minute highlight that is worthy of a bucket of popcorn and maybe a refreshing beverage) of one of the biggest things that we have spent our time working on and gearing up for this year apart from our adoption.
In hindsight...
Totally worth it.
We have been CRAZY this summer.
Sometimes I get so overwhelmed just thinking about the fact that we have spent the last 2 months touching base at home for no more than 2 weeks before we leave again to go somewhere else.
It has been a total whirlwind.
A good whirlwind. (Is there such a thing?)
If you haven't gotten a chance to see this...here is just a highlight (a 14 minute highlight that is worthy of a bucket of popcorn and maybe a refreshing beverage) of one of the biggest things that we have spent our time working on and gearing up for this year apart from our adoption.
In hindsight...
Totally worth it.
Click the picture to watch the video!
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Traveling the World...One Plate at a Time.
Hanging out with High School students is the best. Especially when it means you get to try new things.
Me and a few of the wonderful ladies from our High School group have made it a habit to get together for dinner once a month and try out the awesome cultures of food that Modesto has to offer. Surprisingly, there are quite a few!
Anthony Bourdain...move over!!
So far, we've hit up the All-American/Greek pita, Japanese Sushi, and fine Indian cuisine complete with dinner time Bollywood entertainment!
We try to find places that the majority of our circles of friends and family don't go. No chain restaurants allowed.
It is awesome!
There is nothing like sitting around a table and experiencing food and culture that we don't usually partake in or, in most cases, are too scared to try. It is quite the thrill waiting to see what each dish will look like when it comes to the table!
As we eat, we come up with crazy ideas of the next places that we will stumble upon in our travels!
So far on the docket we have Authentic Italian, Thai, and...Russian?
However, the best part...by far....is the great conversations we have, the life experiences that we talk about, and the time we spend just being "world travelers".
Often times, the best part of traveling isn't even the places you go. It is the people you are with and those that you meet in the process.
And these people are some of the world's finest.
Me and a few of the wonderful ladies from our High School group have made it a habit to get together for dinner once a month and try out the awesome cultures of food that Modesto has to offer. Surprisingly, there are quite a few!
Anthony Bourdain...move over!!
So far, we've hit up the All-American/Greek pita, Japanese Sushi, and fine Indian cuisine complete with dinner time Bollywood entertainment!
We try to find places that the majority of our circles of friends and family don't go. No chain restaurants allowed.
It is awesome!
As we eat, we come up with crazy ideas of the next places that we will stumble upon in our travels!
So far on the docket we have Authentic Italian, Thai, and...Russian?
However, the best part...by far....is the great conversations we have, the life experiences that we talk about, and the time we spend just being "world travelers".
Often times, the best part of traveling isn't even the places you go. It is the people you are with and those that you meet in the process.
And these people are some of the world's finest.
Cheers!
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
My Life As A Time Lapse
As a kid, I remember watching special videos that my dad made. As a photographer for FOX, this was not a rare occasion. However, this specific video I recall vividly in my mind...and I'm not sure why.
Here is a little review. In the last 4 weeks, we have:
To list a few...
You can't always see things clearly when you are in the thick of it. Sometimes it takes watching it all pieced together at completion to realize that the whole process...long, daunting, and challenging as it may be...has created something beautiful. Beautiful and lasting.
In 1995 St. Louis constructed the Trans World Dome (now known as the Edward Jones Dome) in order to bring the NFL back to the area. I remember my dad spending tons and tons of hours piecing together a time-lapse video of its construction. He was so proud of the result after hours, days, weeks, and months of work.
I remember watching the video and being proud too.
I also remember being amazed at seeing something that was built over a long period of time come together in a span of 5 minutes.
Doesn't it sometimes feel like life is that same way? You work so hard for these huge events in life and then all of a sudden they are over and it feels like you were just living life as a part of a time lapse.
The last 4 weeks of our lives have felt that. I mean like high speed, crazy outcome, non-stop time lapse.
Here is a little review. In the last 4 weeks, we have:- Hosted 1 Student Ministries Fundraiser
- Hosted and ran 2 Adoption Fundraisers
- Completed our Homestudy for Adoption
- Housesat for one of our High School Students
- Had an out of town visitor for a few days
- Successfully put together and completed our High School Mission Trip
- Lead Worship for Sunday Church
- Preached a Sermon
- And a partridge in a pear tree?
I think back and wonder how on earth we fit all of this into our lives (on top of the regular work schedule, photo shoots, bible studies, seminary). When I look back at it, it is just a glimpse of the reality of the time spent to build, construct, and execute the actual events.
It all happened so fast.
Now that I have some time to step back and slow down, I look back at the completed month and see the incredible results of all of this madness!
To list a few...
- Relationships built cross-generationally within our church through raising money for CHIC
- 2 months of prayers and encouragement to get us to the point of completing the first step of our adoption
- $1,700 raised from our Mini Session Photography Fundraiser
- Renewal and Refreshment in old friendships
- Building and deepening in new friendships
- Seeing the fruits of letting go and trusting God
- Changed lives through service
- Stronger relationships within our student body
- Stirred passion in our hearts for Inner City Missions
- Finding purpose in using our gifts to glorify God
You can't always see things clearly when you are in the thick of it. Sometimes it takes watching it all pieced together at completion to realize that the whole process...long, daunting, and challenging as it may be...has created something beautiful. Beautiful and lasting.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Threads of Our Journey
This is something that we have been looking forward to doing since we started this adoption...
And yes...this is the announcement that I was referring to in my previous post...so HOLD ON TO YOUR PANTS!!
And change your shirts?
Because we've got new ones for you to put on!!
We proudly introduce our first set of Love All Adoption T-shirts!!!!
And yes...this is the announcement that I was referring to in my previous post...so HOLD ON TO YOUR PANTS!!
And change your shirts?
Because we've got new ones for you to put on!!
We proudly introduce our first set of Love All Adoption T-shirts!!!!
This is a design that came from our hearts as not only a couple who is adopting, but a couple who believes deeply in the call to "Love All" through our ministry, words, actions, and lives.
And so, as we walk this journey, we wanted to make something that would remind us constantly that it is not just about our adoption...
But about loving others through everything that we do!
So support our adoption and the call to "Love All"...
And buy a shirt!!!
Monday, March 5, 2012
just one of them days.
I'm so tired. (this is me whining).
Like straight up, dragged down, emotionally, physically, mentally, spiritual EXHAUSTED!
5 hour energy can't even cure this situation.
And I don't really have a good excuse. Seriously.
All things considered, I'm a bit of a slacker.
I guess everything just piled up on top of each other and the weight got a bit too heavy today. Ministry, marriage, adoption, photography, fundraising...BLAH!
Do you ever have those days where life is just too much? Where you don't know how you got there but you are literally on the verge of a complete breakdown?
That is me. Right now. Right here. Happening today.
I kind of just want to go sit in a room somewhere for like 4 days and not talk to anyone.
How is that even appealing?
You would have thought there would be some kind of warning, right? Like flashing lights and detours signs? I feel like that pour little kitten hanging from the tree branch.
...I just feel it super necessary to give a visual reminder here in case any of us have forgotten the wonder of "Scholastic" and all of the ridiculous posters they allowed you to purchase in the name of education. Amazing...
Ok back on track...
I'm reminded today of the reason we started this blog and the theme that holds it and our lives together. I don't want to be reminded today, but I am.
And for my sake, I'm going to share it on here today...if only for me having to read it as I type it out to remind myself of its truth.
Like straight up, dragged down, emotionally, physically, mentally, spiritual EXHAUSTED!
5 hour energy can't even cure this situation.
And I don't really have a good excuse. Seriously.
All things considered, I'm a bit of a slacker.
I guess everything just piled up on top of each other and the weight got a bit too heavy today. Ministry, marriage, adoption, photography, fundraising...BLAH!
Do you ever have those days where life is just too much? Where you don't know how you got there but you are literally on the verge of a complete breakdown?
That is me. Right now. Right here. Happening today.
I kind of just want to go sit in a room somewhere for like 4 days and not talk to anyone.
How is that even appealing?
You would have thought there would be some kind of warning, right? Like flashing lights and detours signs? I feel like that pour little kitten hanging from the tree branch.
...I just feel it super necessary to give a visual reminder here in case any of us have forgotten the wonder of "Scholastic" and all of the ridiculous posters they allowed you to purchase in the name of education. Amazing...
Ok back on track...
I'm reminded today of the reason we started this blog and the theme that holds it and our lives together. I don't want to be reminded today, but I am.
And for my sake, I'm going to share it on here today...if only for me having to read it as I type it out to remind myself of its truth.
"Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you'll recover your life. I'll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me - watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won't lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on your. Keep company with me and you'll learn to live freely and lightly."
Matthew 11:28-30 (The Message)
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Fundraising for Adoption????
When we first set out on the adoption journey...one of the hardest things to look at face to face was the cost. It almost seems like paired up next to "parenthood", the cost is the WAAAAY scarier and WAAAAYY more unknown! I feel like that is a little twisted.
I'm not going to lie, I have had days where I have thought "I love that we are adopting but I hate that most people who have natural born kids don't have to come up with $30,000 to do it." There is a part of me that feels like it is unfair. That is just an honest moment.
When you feel God call you into something, there are usually 2 things that you can do.
1. Ignore it and pretend like you don't feel the nudges that He keeps giving you...which let's be honest...could probably get quite annoying after a while.
2. Follow. Follow and step forward with CRAZY amounts of trust.
Sometimes, I feel like the first choice is easier because it is way more tempting to just ignore something than it is to actually do something about it.
In our first meeting with Bethany Christian Services, our social worker handed us a packet of a whole bunch of different banks that do Adoption Loans. It seemed like that would be a quick cork in the money problem if that is what direction we wanted to go.
Keep in mind, in the adoption process, it is not like a "Here is the huge chunk of money that you will have to pay and you can just pay it off as you feel led." It is more of a "Here is the amount you owe, pay it and we will move to the next step."
So, in my mind...Adoption Loan = Yes!
Then the whole trust thing came into play. We have had some close and important people in our lives talk with us about the Adoption Journey. Their advice?
"Don't do a loan. Trust God for the money. Because if God has brought you into this calling, He will not use debt to accomplish it."
Ok. That looks theoretically AWESOME on paper. Not so much when a bill is looking you in the face for double the amount that you have in your bank account.
So, I have struggled to come to a place where I can confidently say that I trust God to work in some really incredible ways to make this happen. Which is funny...because He has provided in amazing ways already throughout each step of this journey!
I have also really struggled with the fact that we have to ask others around us to support us.
Because seriously, I know very few people who love to ask others, in your most vulnerable state, for help. And I know even less people who LOVE asking for financial support. It is awkward, uncomfortable, and subject to serious judgement.
So if you have ever questioned why someone is fundraising for adoption, have considered fundraising for adoption, or are in the process of doing so...
This is where we have personally landed on this matter...
We can't do it by ourselves. We are doing everything that we can and making every sacrifice that we can make to save money and move forward. But we can't do it alone.
And we don't believe we were called to do it alone. We believe that God has put us in a spot to minister to others and allow others to minister to us. To humble ourselves enough to recognize that we are not in control, that we have to fully trust God, and that it is okay to ask for help in this calling that is not just about us, but about an orphan, and ultimately about living out the gospel.
So is fundraising for adoption okay?
I believe it is more than okay. I believe it is the body of Christ at its finest.
Friday, February 10, 2012
Equipped.
A little less than a year and a half ago I was sitting in the basement conference room of a Marie Calendar's in Pismo Beach, CA listening to a man talk to pastors and their spouses.
My spouse was currently NOT present as he was learning to hear God's voice more clearly in the vastness of nature, fondly known as the "Back Nine".
I had just come off of a weekend conference for Youth Leaders in San Diego, stacked with famous worship leaders, powerful speakers, and more free candy than anyone could ever dream.
Often times, these kinds of things overwhelm me to the point of no return. It is a lot of people. A lot of Christian "networking". A lot of youth pastors with back packs and new balance shoes. A lot of seminars. A LOT of "God".
Please note: I am not talking about the "lot of God" that is good, satisfying, and necessary. I'm talking about the "lot of God" that is in your face, publicized, "if you don't raise your hands in a powerful fist pumped toward the heavens during worship you must not be a very good Christian" lot of God.
There is a huge difference.
So...maybe it was that.
Maybe I was coming down off of a starstruck sugar high...
Either way...I was tired, moody, and didn't want to be stuck in a room with a whole bunch of pastors. Again.
Usually in these situations, I come up with a really good excuse for why I need to "rest" in my hotel room and spend some quiet time with the Lord aka catch up on my missed shows on Hulu.
But this day, I was through the door of the conference room, sitting at a table, "spouse-less", with notebook and bad attitude in hand.
This is the message I heard that morning. The message that I needed to hear and haven't forgotten.
My spouse was currently NOT present as he was learning to hear God's voice more clearly in the vastness of nature, fondly known as the "Back Nine".
I had just come off of a weekend conference for Youth Leaders in San Diego, stacked with famous worship leaders, powerful speakers, and more free candy than anyone could ever dream.
Often times, these kinds of things overwhelm me to the point of no return. It is a lot of people. A lot of Christian "networking". A lot of youth pastors with back packs and new balance shoes. A lot of seminars. A LOT of "God".
Please note: I am not talking about the "lot of God" that is good, satisfying, and necessary. I'm talking about the "lot of God" that is in your face, publicized, "if you don't raise your hands in a powerful fist pumped toward the heavens during worship you must not be a very good Christian" lot of God.
There is a huge difference.
So...maybe it was that.
Maybe I was coming down off of a starstruck sugar high...
Either way...I was tired, moody, and didn't want to be stuck in a room with a whole bunch of pastors. Again.
Usually in these situations, I come up with a really good excuse for why I need to "rest" in my hotel room and spend some quiet time with the Lord aka catch up on my missed shows on Hulu.
But this day, I was through the door of the conference room, sitting at a table, "spouse-less", with notebook and bad attitude in hand.
This is the message I heard that morning. The message that I needed to hear and haven't forgotten.
God's intentions are not thwarted by our failures. Even through defeat, He is carrying out His call on your life. Why? Because He has been working on our call before we were even here. He has equipped us with everything that we need to walk into His call because...
What is ordinary to us becomes extraordinary for the sake of God.
This Christmas, as a gift from my brother-in-law, this message became a permanent reminder to me that God is faithful, that He has equipped me with what I need to walk into His call, and that it is ALL about Him.
May we always be reminded that walking this walk requires faith, action, trust, and obedience.
And sometimes, we just have to step out of our comfortability and insecurities to recognize that we have been equipped with extraordinary resources to live, love, and make God known.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Sup World!
I feel like I should start this post like I started my diary when I was 13.
"Dear Diary,
So sorry that it has been a while since I've written. I have been so busy..."
(which....I think I would LOVE to know what I was "busy" with when I was 13)
But for reals....
That is right.
I checked out.
See ya on the flip!
Hasta Luego!
Sianara!
(that is about as far as my "goodbyes" in other languages takes me)
It was a nice little break away from the chaos of life because let's see...since we last talked we have braved a Tsunami Warning, redone our backyard, planned and executed an amazing Oregon Mission Trip, thrown an end of the year 200 person party, managed to loose the capabilities of reverse in our car, fight off and be somewhat conquered by spring allergies, hire a summer intern, take a trip to St. Louis, on top of the usual day to day small groups, youth groups, Sunday School, meetings, worship, planning, organizing, cleaning, as well as solve the world's dilemma of world peace.
Ok...maybe not the world peace thing...but we are working on it.
After some much needed R&R at the Heyse B&B and some fantastic soul time with old friends and new family members....I'm feelin....well....back.
And apart from the couple days under the weather with some cold-like symptoms...and after the heroic attempt at caring for me by my husband (which lasted about 12 hours before he gave me a puppy dog look and with a great sigh said "I'm ready for you to feel better") I'm ready. I think.
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Cheers!
I was a senior in high school when I met probably the most inspirational and important people in my life.
Russ and Katie Mohr.
Who knew that as an awkward 17 year old, these two incredible folks would stumble on into my life and start to teach, form, and shape me into much of the person I am today.
Russ undertook the spectacularly modge-podged worship team that we had put together and began to teach us worship leadership and devotion through his passion and heart for the Lord and music.
Katie taught me grace and accountability through leading me as a discipler and teaching me how to lead other young women into the knowledge and goodness of God. Yup...this is our first Dgroup together! And yes...we are the twinsies in the awesome bandana headbands!
Both poured out time, love, encouragement, wisdom, and guidance into my life.
And as a couple, both taught me how important it is to put God first as a foundation in marriage, to love your spouse unconditionally through all things, and to still laugh and have fun while you journey through it!
Their journey has not only been inspirational, but a constant reminder that God truly has incredible and often surprising plans for our lives. I respect and admire them the most for faithfully following Him through the ups and downs and continuing to glorify His name in all circumstances.
Ok...I won't go through the whole next 10 years of life...but if you don't know them or their story...check it out on Katie's blog! It really is amazing!
All this to say, they are in the process of adopting their second child this spring and Russ has put together an absolutely incredible worship album as a part of their fundraising effort! It is downloadable and only costs $10 (or more if you wish to contribute more)!
Ok....not kidding guys!! It is SOOOO GOOD!! You don't want to miss out because seriously, not only is it great music...but this album is full of passion and truly ushers you into a beautiful place of worship.
So, if you are looking for some new worship music and would love to be a part of helping out the Mohr's...then...don't hesitate! Click on this link to take you to the site to purchase the album!
Here is to amazing friends and the life-changing impact that each of us have the opportunity to make and to those who choose to do it!
Russ and Katie Mohr.
Who knew that as an awkward 17 year old, these two incredible folks would stumble on into my life and start to teach, form, and shape me into much of the person I am today.
Russ undertook the spectacularly modge-podged worship team that we had put together and began to teach us worship leadership and devotion through his passion and heart for the Lord and music.
Katie taught me grace and accountability through leading me as a discipler and teaching me how to lead other young women into the knowledge and goodness of God. Yup...this is our first Dgroup together! And yes...we are the twinsies in the awesome bandana headbands!Both poured out time, love, encouragement, wisdom, and guidance into my life.
And as a couple, both taught me how important it is to put God first as a foundation in marriage, to love your spouse unconditionally through all things, and to still laugh and have fun while you journey through it!
Their journey has not only been inspirational, but a constant reminder that God truly has incredible and often surprising plans for our lives. I respect and admire them the most for faithfully following Him through the ups and downs and continuing to glorify His name in all circumstances.
Ok...I won't go through the whole next 10 years of life...but if you don't know them or their story...check it out on Katie's blog! It really is amazing!
All this to say, they are in the process of adopting their second child this spring and Russ has put together an absolutely incredible worship album as a part of their fundraising effort! It is downloadable and only costs $10 (or more if you wish to contribute more)!
Ok....not kidding guys!! It is SOOOO GOOD!! You don't want to miss out because seriously, not only is it great music...but this album is full of passion and truly ushers you into a beautiful place of worship.
So, if you are looking for some new worship music and would love to be a part of helping out the Mohr's...then...don't hesitate! Click on this link to take you to the site to purchase the album!
Here is to amazing friends and the life-changing impact that each of us have the opportunity to make and to those who choose to do it!
Sunday, March 6, 2011
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