PRIDE: This time last year (and the six before that) I would have been knee deep in Recital prep. Cutting music, perfecting choreography, fitting costumes, emailing details and schedules. I would have been on “don’t even look at me” mode with my husband and “you have got to do this yourself” mode with the kids.Continue reading “Pride & Provision…and Poop”
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Why Lord?
If you are waiting for the Lord to tell you WHY, you could be waiting a long time. After all, we are called to lean not on our own understanding. Recently I had the privilege of listening to a woman named Faith Ecklund teach on “Reasoning the why with the Lord”. She has a powerfulContinue reading “Why Lord?”
The Sweet, uncomfortable wait.
11 Years ago Pryor and I moved from Nashville to Knoxville, his home town. I was 8 months pregnant with our first child. We were the ripe age of 24 and madly in love. At the time, I was not particularly happy about our relocation venture. I knew though that I would follow him anywhere. AContinue reading “The Sweet, uncomfortable wait.”
Shine- Part 2 (Shiny)
So, I cant help but sing the “Shiny” song, that the crab in the Moana movie sings, after reading this book. I am so ready to shine I cant hardly stand it! Here are a few wow moments for me, from the book: “Watch, and I’ll make far more use of your consecrated weaknesses than IContinue reading “Shine- Part 2 (Shiny)”
Shine- Part 1 (Before the Shine book)
Allison has been in the Shine business way before #theshinebook.
When you’re a bad example…
I have recently been preparing for a family event and began to pray that I be a good example of Christ during this time. In His faithfulness, He gave me this scripture, “Live wisely among those who are not Christians, and make the most of every opportunity. Let your conversation be gracious and effective soContinue reading “When you’re a bad example…”
Give it to me. (even if its gross)
So, I started the week stressed out and wound up. I have a lot on my mind, girl part things are upon me, four kids, football, Dance project. Aargh. All the things! Tuesday night I bribed the twins with the Zoo in the morning if they stayed in their bed’s and went to sleep. Good newsContinue reading “Give it to me. (even if its gross)”
A to go cup, just in case
As I was driving to my favorite coffee shop this morning I thought to myself. I’m gonna get a to go cup even though I get to stay and sit today. I found it strange though that instead of looking forward to the moment I was sitting with a nice cup of coffee, I was preparing for when the momentContinue reading “A to go cup, just in case”
Queen of Waiting (too long)
So, this waiting thing. We’re called to wait, right? What does that even mean? I’m still figuring that out. This week I am the self proclaimed Queen of Waiting…. too long! I wait too long. I do nothing in fear that my something will not be good enough. So, here’s my something for the week…Continue reading “Queen of Waiting (too long)”
Moana 7,000 times (I know your name)
“I have crossed the horizon to find you. I know your name. They have stolen the heart from inside you but this does not define you. This is not who you are. You know who you are. Who you truly are.” These are the words Moana sings to a fire demon as she is tryin to restore itsContinue reading “Moana 7,000 times (I know your name)”
