I love my husband… just because.
The love of my life...
Lessons From My Six Year Old…
A friend got me thinking about my 6 year old. She is so smart and inquisitive. She has got to be the greatest blessing I’ve ever had. She thinks about so many things and asks the questions that will help understand. I’m nearly always willing to answer her, but I often explain that there are some things that she doesn’t need to know right now, but if she really wants to, I can tell her. She, on several occasions, has opted out of the answers. What a lesson!! How many of us don’t need to know some things right now and wait to allow God to show us when we’re mature enough? I want to be more like her when I’m all growed up. 
I know there is more God could bless me with – because He’s a mighty God who works in ways I can’t even fathom or imagine – and in this moment I’m in awe of how He could possibly bless me any more than He has up to this moment in my life. He has been so good to me! ♥
Happy Birthday my Katydid! I can’t believe my little lady is SIX! She’s such a precious blessing in my life. I’m so grateful to the Lord for giving her life and for giving us the honor of not only knowing her but for being able to call her my daughter. Praise God for how blessed we all are and how better we are as pe…ople for the lessons she’s taught us along these last six years and for the woman He’s planned for her to become! ♥
I’m learning that I can no more change my husband by making demands than I can any of my friends so I love him with all I have and accept him for the man he his all while being the helper God leads me to be and leaving the lessons he needs to learn for God to teach him. 
~Kristi
Thank You Lord, for these amazing blessings that You have given me. They have taught me and have helped me grow in so many ways. May I be the mother You have called me to be in raising them up to love and serve You. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
I always try my best to learn as much as I can as the opportunities arise. Educating ourselves isn’t only possible at a “school” but is accomplished through a love for learning. So instead of hammering my kids with tons of facts I hope to instill a love for learning and with that the opportunities for learning are endless.
~Kristi
Proverbs 22:6 says “TRAIN UP a child in the way he should go,” not “TELL a child the way he should go.” There is a very important distinction between the two.
~Kristi
Just got done doing laundry with Christopher now working on the playroom with the kids… time to stop TELLING my kids and get back to TRAINING them – and with a meek and quiet spirit! Thank You Lord!
An Anchor or a Sail…
The husband is to be the boat that carries the family and keeps them dry and secure while his wife is to be the sail… I don’t want to be an anchor anymore. I want to be the sail for my dependable, strong, faithful, and trustworthy boat. ~ Inspired by Chris W.
“When I throw the anchor out – I’m digging my heels into where God is leading [my husband] and our family. It can be something used in fear… I think the anchor can symbolize so much!!! I just think that the “sail” is an awesome word picture of what it means to be a helpmate.” Breanna Brummer
Merry Christmas!
The love of my God who redeemed me and continually purifies me, an amazing husband who loves the Lord and cares so well for his family, two beautiful and smart daughters who continue to teach me and help me be a better mom, and a precious baby boy who continues to help me trust my God and lean on Him. Wow… I am so blessed! Thank You, Lord!
Change…
Wanna know what you could be doing differently as a parent… ask your kids!
Pondering…
When a child is unsure of their surroundings, they cling to their parents and only let go once it’s safe. This is how we are to be with God – clinging to Him, unwilling to let go until it’s safe. Cling to Him.
Oh how having children continues to open up my mind regarding my relationship with God! When I look at my kids, I can’t help but wonder – “Am I loving my perfect God even remotely close to how they love imperfect me?”
100 Things I Love About My Husband
I’m posting 100 reasons why I love my husband for two reasons: One, I LOVE my husband! and Two, because I think it’s important to focus on the great qualities of the men in our lives because oftentimes our selfish desires can cause our eyes to focus on their faults. I would not like it if my husband did that of me; he may never come out alive! haha! So I am posting this to lift up this wonderful man in my life!
1. He sacrifices so much to bless me and the kids2. He stands in the “fire” of condemnation to prevent us from experiencing it personally3. No matter how stressed out he is, he refuses to let me give in to any diversions the enemy brings my way4. He is so very patient with me… oh so very patient.5. No matter how his day has gone or how tired he is, he comes home and plays with the kids6. He hides his fear so as to not make me scared7. He trusts the Lord for the size of our family8. He trusts the Lord’s plan for our lives; and it’s length9. He is passionate10. His heart for family11. His honesty12. His ability to admit when he’s wrong13. His ability to forgive me14. He listens15. He is so funny16. His kisses17. His gentleness18. His faith in God19. His faith in me20. His protection over our family21. That he enjoys talking and listening with me so much that he calls me from work just to chat22. The way he lets me do things for him that other men might be too embarrassed or prideful to allow23. How warm he is in bed and how he’ll curl up to me to help warm me up when I’m cold24. That he wants to curl up to me to warm up when he’s cold25. How he’ll call and ask me “if I mind” if he does something26. How much he strives to be a great husband and father having had no real guide himself27. That his faithfulness to us is steadfast28. That he loves me enough not to fear losing me29. That he’ll jokingly call me fat because of the insecurity I have with my weight (I have a hard time gaining weight)30. How he makes me laugh and giggle like a school girl31. How much he’s grown and changed since I’ve known him32. How he talks about his video games as if they are real life33. He gives amazing foot rubs34. His ability to know when he needs to walk away and cool down35. He encourages me to keep striving, especially when I get frustrated36. He tells me what he wants because I want to do it for him37. How he’ll wear my favorite cologne to hint to me that he’s longing for me38. Some of his nicknames for me; though they’d not nearly be considered “terms of endearment” from others, they are special to me haha39. That him saying my name sounds foreign because I’m always being called babe or hun40. That he doesn’t allow pride to interfere with admitting when he’s wrong or saying he’s sorry41. How silly he gets when he’s hyped up on caffeine42. How he’ll come up and hug me when he gets home from work as if I’m the medicine to relieve the tension43. When he opens my door for me44. His trust and reliance on the Lord45. How important family is to him46. That he’ll have his arm ready on the scary parts of movies in case I need to get close to him47. How he shows the girls and I off to all of his friends and family48. When he plays an instrument (he plays bass, drums, and guitar), I could watch him forever49. How he knows I want him to step in and correct me when I’m not doing what I should be with the children50. How he corrects me when I’m not doing what I should be with our children51. His spontaneity52. How he helped/and helps me with my schedule and daily planning53. He has a vision for our family54. His laugh; Napoleon Dynamite wouldn’t have been nearly as funny without it55. How laid back he is56. How quickly he steps up when I need him; like when I was in labor with my girls57. How he nicknames certain items (i.e. beverage is “bev”)58. That he does what is good and right; what others will think doesn’t stop him59. That he listens, even when I don’t think he is and just feel like talking anyway60. That he remembers what I tell him when I didn’t think he was even listening!61. He is a wonderful protector62. I know if I ever have a problem that he’ll strive to help me solve it63. Our odd humor that people would tilt their head in question if they knew about64. How when we lay together cuddling, after being apart for a while, he’ll lay his head on my chest and tightly hug me65. How he holds the girls when they are sad or hurt66. When he has our sleeping child in his arms67. His desire to be a great dad68. When we walk and I have my hand in his arm; he’s such a gentleman69. How well he takes care of me if I’m hurt or sick70. That he refuses to ever look at divorce as an option in how to handle any situation71. How he looks when he has a clean goatee and shaved head72. His masculinity73. How hard he works74. How good he is with his hands75. That he’ll tell me if he doesn’t particularly like a meal I make so I don’t keep making it thinking that he does76. How he doesn’t like wrinkles in his sheets77. How beautiful he makes me feel78. When he pulls me onto his lap and hugs me just so he can touch me79. That he is possessive, in a good way80. That he is stronger where I’m weaker81. He makes sure the children are respectful of me82. He is protective of his children83. That he doesn’t allow his pride to get in the way of me serving him84. That he is a carpenter… (hehe)
85. He remembers the little things86. He works hard to earn what he has87. He doesn’t depend solely on others to help him out of a situation88. He isn’t afraid or embarrassed to ask for help if he really needs it89. How excited he is about getting his motorcycle license (when he got it and when he rides it).90. That he doesn’t mind looking like a bad guy when he does as he feels is best for his family91. That when he was a kid he used to want to be a bowling pin and a fire truck when he grew up92. How supportive he is93. How smart he is94. That he is a computer geek who is really into D&D and other role playing games.95. That he is a major goofball and chases me around the house trying to tickle me (although I’m not big on the tickling haha)96. His corniness97. How great he cooks and how much he gets into it when he does98. That he sees children as the blessing they are and not a burden or an obligation99. That he loves me even though I shrink his sweaters by accident100. He truly is my other half
My Husband…
…has to be the most wonderful man (short of Jesus, of course).
My husband works his heart out to give his children the best opportunities. I’m able to stay home; teach, train, discipline and play with my children. He is a wonderful provider (Genesis 2:15).
My husband makes careful expenses and keeps me accountable to do the same. He is a wonderful steward (Luke 12:42-44).
My husband is kind, gentle, and loving. It gives me great joy that he embraces my services rather than deny me the privilege of doing so. He is a wonderful master (1 Peter 3:5-7).
My husband cares for us and takes on the responsibility of burden and outcome of major decisions. He is a wonderful leader (Hebrews 13:7).
My husband treats me as his queen, with respect and gentleness. He is a wonderful king (1 Peter 2:13-17).
My husband takes on his God given role as the head of our home and he helps and encourages me in mine as his helper (Genesis 2:18). He is a wonderful advocate (2 Corinthians 3:18).
My husband helps me in the training of our children (Proverbs 4); he corrects me when I’m wrong and helps me (Ephesians 6:4). He encourages and praises the hard work raising our children involve (Proverbs 31:28-29). He is a wonderful Daddy (Luke 1:17; Colossians 3:21).
My husband knows my struggles and refuses anyone to participate in hurting or abusing my emotions (Psalm 12:5). He does not allow socializing with harmful and negative people (Nehemiah 10:28-29). He denies opportunity for interference in the oneness of our marriage (Matthew 19:6; Mark 10:9). He is loyal, committed, and devoted to us. He is a wonderful protector (Ephesians 5:1-2).
My husband cherishes his family; he protects, he provides, he leads, he is loyal, he is loving, and he is here (Ephesians 5:25-28; Colossians 3:18-25). He is a wonderful gift (James 1:17).
My husband, has to be the most wonderful man.
