Grab Hold

June has turned out to be the most beautiful month. It's had its battles, its persistent memories and one 109 degree day that was clearly unacceptable. But June has also been filled with amazing things I never thought possible. 

Daily swimming with the kids and new friends. Random play dates and hanging out with great people. 

Feeling totally relaxed and "normal" around church again. It's been a long, long time and totally worth the wait. 

Having full trust in people God has placed in my life to be spiritual examples and good friends, too. 

Lazy evenings with the husband. Not a lot of time for those thanks to work and ministry, but we are working on it. 

Welcoming amazing new kiddos into Royal stage for the summer, and watching the teen/adults thrive and grow too. 

Regaining control of situations that usually destroy me. Discovering my true measure of personal strength and God's amazing love for us. 

Warm summer nights with gorgeous pink clouds and late bedtimes. 

Ice cream. Lots of ice cream. 

Things I used to despise but love now - being outside, picnics & barbecues, late night talks without worrying about what is said, good time spent in the Word. 

Snuggling with the kids and reading stories - enjoying one of the last summers we will have where they will both be so little. 

Summer is turning out to be amazing.