1. Banana bread. Who would have thought that overripened bananas could be turned into such a yummy treat?!
2. A budget. I know I've mentioned this before- but I can't say enough how grateful I am that Jake and I decided to set up and review our budget on a regular basis at the start of our marriage. It has blessed our lives in so many ways. Helped us to avoid fights, plan for the future, know where our strengths and weaknesses are, and maintain proper priorities. Its required self-discipline, but that is a blessing as well. Through very lean times, and very prosperous times, keeping a budget has guided and protected us. We know not only where our money has gone, but where it will be going. If I list as a blessing time and time again it is because I have such a testimony of budgeting.
3. My two little men. Its crazy to me how fast these two are growing up!!! I can't put into words the awe their little lives cause me on a daily basis. Parenting is by far the hardest thing I have ever done. If I had to pick one lesson motherhood has taught me I'd probably say selflessness. It is all about giving up self for the benefit of someone else. I think becoming a mother has helped me understand Christ in a whole new light. I'm still a very selfish person- but being a mom requires me to work on overcoming that daily. I'm not saying that moms should forget themselves completely- but again- isn't Christ the perfect example here? He knew exactly who he was and what he was here to do- but all of HIM was given to helping others as he continued to be him. Also, its no wonder Christ taught that we should become as little children- because though they have their moments- their hearts really are right. They are so quick to forgive and to love!!!
fun Josh quote as of late:
Josh: "Can we go to Grandma's house?!"
Me: "Sorry Josh, Grandma's house if very far away."
Josh: "But we have fast wheels on our car!"
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
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3 comments:
It's awesome to read your blog. We have not sat down and done a budget, which I think is awesome that you two have done that and it's something we could definitely incorporate in our marriage, although, we just don't spend money:-). The next 5 years are going to require serious budgeting. As for your comment on being a mom. It's so true. I know that is going to be such a great lesson for me. I am selfish, and that is why it took me so long to get on board. What a great lesson to learn though. Well, we find out in less than 48 hours. You might be seeing us more often...Hopefully!
I've loved reading your blogs, and getting reacquainted with you (as much as one can in the "virtual" world). I wholeheartedly agree with the budget comment. It is something that has saved us in our lives and our marriage. I think that without a budget, we would not have been able to meet our goals.
I loved Josh's quote. Reminds me of Tristan's comments when we first moved to Germany...he just didn't understand how far away America was.
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