Where did April go? The days flew by, and because I don’t want to forget a whole month out of my life, I want to chronicle 4 things reflecting things I loved, read, learned and ate.
Loved
Easter has become my favorite holiday of the year since I have realized the importance of the resurrection of my Savior. If Jesus had not come out of that tomb, everything else about the gospel would mean nothing. However, it’s a historical fact with eye witnesses that He did come out and now I have hope!
I loved seeing my family for Easter. Everyone was able to get together except for one son-in-law. It doesn’t matter what we eat or what we looked like, it just matters being together.
Of course, we did take photos, so here are a couple of my favorites:
Read
As my readers know, I’ve been studying about prayer warriors. To that end, I picked up the book, “There’s A Crack in Your Armor,” by Perry Stone. I love how he describes the Armor of God.
I’ve also read “The Corporate Armor” by Jacquie Tyre. I highly recommend both books. I love reading everyone’s insights; but of course, it is important to first read scripture and to search it to see if outside voices are speaking truth.
Learned
I love discussing scripture with my friends. A co-worker and I were talking about the feeding of the 5,000. The phrase,
“Gather up the leftover fragments so that nothing will be lost.” (John 6:12)
really jumped out at us. We decided it was important to Jesus to not waste food; but wondered if there was more to that idea. Waste nothing – food, possessions, time.
What about lost opportunities? Something to ponder …
Read
Just like last month, I’m sharing a cookie recipe we ate; and just like last month. I forgot to take a picture. The evidence is now all gone, so you’ll have to take my word for it. These Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies are yum!
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And that’s a wrap for April! Here in the Midwest, Spring is having trouble making up her mind if she wants to stay or not. One day will be sunny and green, flowers are popping up everywhere; the next day it is rainy, cold, and gloomy. I’m hoping to have some May photos to share next month that show some color.
May you each have a wonderful May!
All photos created in PicMonkey by Jerralea using personal, family and stock photos. Please do not copy.
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Such lovely family photos!!
Thank you, Joanne. I once struggled with infertility for 10 years; but we were healed, and this is the result!
Love the Easter pictures. We did not get any this year (the first time ever) and it made for a bittersweet holiday. I hope you have a lovely May.
Cindy, my daughters are all about taking pictures. If it were up to me, I would forget. In fact, I have forgotten to take pics of important moments many times. I get too involved to think about it!
Beautiful family photo!! It’s interesting you mention that line from the story of the Feeding of the 5000. It’s one that caught my attention a few years ago too and I’ve pondered the meaning and importance of it. Visiting from SFS today.
I’ve actually been pondering that scripture for a couple weeks now.
I’m notorious about wasting food and throwing leftovers away after they’ve grown mold; but I also believe He meant something more with that statement.
Thanks for dropping in, Kym!
I thought April flew by too! Easter is a favorite holiday of mine, it’s also one of the few times a year I host my extended family for a meal. It’s a ton of work (my sister and I have seven kids between us) but I’m always glad for the blessing of having family close enough to gather. Thanks for sharing your lovely April highlights!
I’m going to ponder the scripture you mentioned some more as well.
We are so blessed to celebrate with those we love!
Thanks for coming by, Bethany. Happy May to you!
The verse you shared stood out to me, too (John 6:12). Waste nothing, because God waste nothing. I guess it’s coming home to me as I’m newly retired from a 9-5 job and 24/7 caregiving at home. There is not time like the present to pursue what God has for us and make the most of it.
Amen, Suzette! We don’t know the number of our days, so let’s make as many count as possible.
Lovely photos! Spring is having a hard time showing up here in Massachusetts as well. We did have a few summer days but then we went right back to chilly and raw. But warmer days will come for us all soon!
Yes, Spring always comes! I am trying to be present in the moment, yet I long for color!
You have such a beautiful family, Jerralea. A huge blessing.
I just ate a couple of chocolate chip cookies myself (but no peanut butter). 🙂 I’ll go check out your recipe now.
What a lovely family! And you are right, what matters is being together.
Jerralea, I loved seeiong your family photos. It looks like you had a beautiful day together! As my guys prepare to launch, I treasure moments with them more than ever before.
Your thought about gathering up the fragments has me pondering. Thank you for that!