Marvelous Monday

Discipline your son, and he will give you peace; he will bring delight to your soul. Proverbs 29:17

The rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother. Proverbs 29:15

Brady is two. He is testing us and learning every day. Honestly it would be so much easier to let him do what he wants. Discipline is hard. Sadly a lot of our society just gives up. But I know that all of the hard work will be worth it.
These verses are just a few that talk about discipline. I am so glad that I have a parenting blue print from the word of God. Because of this blue print we will have a well behaved child and a happy family. Most importantly I know that we are raising a man of God, and he always brings delight to my soul.

Music Day

I meant to get to this post sooner, but now it has already been two weeks since this happened! Time flies, Oh well.

Two weeks ago Brady and I went with Cousin Zack, Aunt Jen, and Nana to a fun music program. It was in a town called Castle Rock, in between here and Denver. It was at a castle with an amazing view. Sadly they were not offering tours to all the toddlers, I can't imagine why not, but it was still neat to see. The program was put on by the Denver brass, and I was a little worried the kids would not be able to sit through it. But it was geared towards the under 5 crowd, and they did a great job. The boys learned all about brass instruments. Just yesterday Brady talked about a trumpet.

Listening to the instruments.

Still listening

Marching to the music

Being panthers, to pink panther music

After the program we had lunch, and then they were doing hayrides and you could meet some cows.

Muscle Men

   We fed that momma cow, and yuck, she slobbered all over me!

A 3 day old calf, so cute.

Zack with the calf

On the hayride.

We had a really nice day, and even learned a bit, thanks Nana for a great time!

Marvelous Monday

For nothing is impossible with God.  Luke 1:37

Susan G. Komen Race

What a great day!

We woke up earlier than normal this morning to get ready because I was racing in the 5K Susan G. Komen race. It was so neat and inspiring to see so many people coming together to race for such a great cause. I was slightly disappointed because it did not work out that anyone could race with me, but it was still a great run. I did do well in my fundraising efforts, and that is the most important thing.

I raced on behalf of my aunt who is currently winning her battle with breast cancer, and she was in my thoughts through out the race. I encourage you to get involved in someway with this organization. Don't wait until you know someone with breast cancer, start now!

I think I am brave just for posting this terrible pic!

The rest of our day was great with, breakfast out, a fantastic message from our pastor that I got to watch on the Internet, lunch out with family, and visiting and playing with Great-Grandpa and Grandma Yeats. Brady is worn out, but he had a fantastic day too. Monday stay away!

Steamboat Springs

Two weeks ago we went on a small family trip to Steamboat Springs. It was a nice relaxing little trip and a perfect get away. Enjoy hearing all about our trip via pictures.

While walking through town, we found a horse for Brady to ride, since no one would let him go on a real horseback ride. He loved it though.

On our short but very pretty hike at fish lake falls.

Nana and Gramps with the falls in the background, if you look really close.

Brady checking out the river

Our little rock climber

At Strawberry Park hot springs, it was really neat

We loved this Brady sized little pool

So beautiful

Life is hard for a two year old, sometimes you just need to relax

Over looking the springs, very natural and beautiful

At the farmers market to get our steak, corn, green bean, and bread dinner. So fresh and yummy, what a great chef husband I have.

Brady and Abe, just hanging out

Shopping is tiring work

Gramps and Brady walking down to the creek outside the back of our townhome. It was so relaxing listening to the creek.

Brady took this and many more lovely pictures on our bike ride.

Nana and Gramps on their first bike ride in a long time, and they loved it!

Brady loves bikes!

And of course no vacation is complete without smores!

What a great trip. We loved to explore new parts of Colorado, and I hope we get to try out somewhere new soon.

Marvelous Monday

Happy Labor Day! I hope that you are all enjoying a special day with your family!
Proverbs 31: 10-31
So if you have read my craft blog, you know I love this passage, and I think it is a great thing for every woman to read, and know well.

Specifically today, "She gets up while it is still dark; she provides food for her family and portions for her servant girls." Proverbs 31:15

But, the first time I read this I thought, sure, it is easy for her to do all of this, she has servants! I could be a virtuous woman if I had servants too! Then I thought a little more about it... I do have servants. I take them for granted, very often. Let me introduce you.

Clean Running Water - no fetching water from the unclean river here

Stove, oven, microwave - Can you imagine gathering wood, then having to make the fire, and then finally cooking?

Indoor sanitation and plumbing - Can not imagine life without this, I can hardly handle camping.

dishwasher - A lot of Americans do not have this.

washer and dryer - I think I would spend all day just doing laundry without these

vacuum - my new favorite

Have you ever thought about life without these modern conveniences? It is hard to imagine, yet most of the world is still without most of these things. I am so blessed to have these "servants." I will try to remember how blessed I am to have these things to make life easier, instead of dreaded the housework I have. Thank you God for these modern conveniences, and the blessings of our nation.

Dear Blog

Dear Blog,

I am so sorry I have neglected you. I miss you really, and I have so much to tell you. But I am busy.
I will tell you all about our vacation to Steamboat Springs, Brady's fun music day, a baseball game, the balloon classic, and even more soon. One day I will pay attention to you again, but for now I will see you when I see you!

Melissa