Greetings! In the last month, the main focus around here has shifted primarily to preparing for Baby Dummel #2, whose arrival is just around the corner! We've made a lot of progress on the house, making it more functional and cozy. Pictures and artwork have been hung, and we created a pegboard wall for the … Continue reading April 2016 Update
Author: felishajoyce
One Day At A Time
Reading through a Bible study workbook today, I read the author's speculation about what Jesus' death must have been like for His mother, Mary. As it often does, my mind trailed off thinking about how this applies to my daily walk. What if Mary was like me? What if when Jesus was born, she questioned the outcome … Continue reading One Day At A Time
March 2016 Update
February passed by like a flash for us! I know a lot of people struggle through February, and a I can generally relate, but we were so busy that it felt like a blur (by our standards...I know a lot of people are far busier!). The random warm days were so uplifting, and we soaked up as much … Continue reading March 2016 Update
February 2016 Update
Hi faithful readers! You guys keep me going for this blogging/making/inspiring dream I have. How have you been? Is 2016 treating you well? So far, so good in the Dummel household. On January 1, I wrote about the year to come, including some goals/resolutions. Anyone else making plans or goals for this year? How is that … Continue reading February 2016 Update
When God Doesn’t Give You What You Want
A few nights ago, I got a taste of what God sees in us through an experience with Josiah. I love how being a parent widens my eyes that way. He had a huge day and was really tired. I was preparing his bedtime routine when he started sassing me something fierce. For whatever reason … Continue reading When God Doesn’t Give You What You Want
Cultivating Creativity: Wreck This Journal, By Keri Smith
At the end of 2016, I want to be able to look back and say I really lived this year. For me, that will mean three things... I worshipped God with my whole life. I was intentional about building relationships with the people I was given to love. I cultivated creativity and truly pursued my artistic passion. I … Continue reading Cultivating Creativity: Wreck This Journal, By Keri Smith
The Blame Game
Dustin and I went to Bible college with dreams of ministering to God's people, beginning with teens. When we entered the field, one of the most common challenges we faced was helping teenagers learn to respect their parents. This was especially true for the kids whose parents treated them poorly in one way or another. … Continue reading The Blame Game
Happy 2016!
As I prepare for 2016, I have been reflecting on 2015. Reading my New Year post for 2015, I can't help but laugh. My mantra was "Wait upon the LORD." And though we did wait for the LORD's leading, I definitely didn't feel like I did a lot of waiting, in terms of MY time table. This … Continue reading Happy 2016!
When You’re Being Poured Out
Yesterday, I found myself feeling really depressed and hopeless. Nothing had changed, I just woke up that way. Does that ever happen to you? For me, it often happens when I give a lot of myself, but forget to do the things that fill me up. Pouring out, but not filling back up, leaves me … Continue reading When You’re Being Poured Out
Goals for December 2015
Recap of November Goals Learn more about and foster a continuous brew kombucha. < I really can't say enough about Kombucha. It is wonderful. When the brew was ready and I began drinking about 4 oz daily, it dramatically improved some pregnancy related digestive issues I was having. It also reduced my morning sickness and heartburn. … Continue reading Goals for December 2015
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