What's next?

I was thinking about my blog title this morning. Mismatched, socks, burnt toast and Jesus. I know it was a gift from God. A title He gave me a few years ago, when I first started blogging.

There are three parts to my silly title.

First, the mismatched socks. One day, my daughter completely ran out of socks. I was doing laundry on a regular basis, so how could she be out? I decided to start sock-hunting while she was at school. I was shocked and appalled to find 27 socks stashed around her room- tucked into every corner, left under the bed, in the closet- socks everywhere! I remember calling my friend Gidget in order to get some moral support with my latest child-rearing issue and her response was, "Why does she have so many socks?"  I can laugh now, but at the time I was irritated by the whole thing!

Second, the burnt toast. We have this awful toaster that does not work! The bread either comes out lukewarm or burnt beyond recognition. At the time I named the blog, it was a brand-new toaster and a gift, so we just dealt with it's inadequacy and the game it provided each morning... what kind of toast are we having today?

Finally, Jesus. Through it all, He has been there. My calm in the storm. My sanity. My hope. My wisdom. My voice of reason. He has carried me on the days I couldn't find my way. I am grateful. Because of Him, I am able to look at these situations and laugh.

I love that our God has a sense of humor. This morning He and I laughed about the blog title and the fact that I can no longer eat toast.

In December of 2012, I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and Gluten Intolerance. Experts may argue which came first, sort of like the chicken and the egg, it doesn't really matter to me, I have both and my life has changed because of it. No more toast for me!

So, I asked Him, "What is next? Should I change the name of the blog, since it no longer fits?"

To be honest, I'm not sure. Perhaps it is His reminder to me that His ways are higher than our ways and thoughts. Instead of trying to figure Him out, I just need to enjoy spending time with Him and experiencing the blessing of today. I know He has a plan for me and it is good, and my human brain is not able to see all of my life at once. I only need to trust Him moment by moment, knowing He is with me and watching and helping.



What is God teaching you today? I would love to hear from you.

Thankful Thursday

81. the smell of turkey dinner

82. a friend who sends a prayer through email

83. memories of past Christmases

84. a house full of laughter

85. the soft glow of Christmas lights

86. fresh snow

87. coffee with a dear friend

88. family party at the Rec center

89. cozy couch time

90. squirrels playing tag

91. picture perfect sunsets

92. a full golden moon

93. death is not final

94. thoughtful gifts

95. new dreams... what is next?

96. massage!

97. quiet dinner with my husband

98. Parents who want to see my kids

99. new Bible

100. the smell of home 

Thankful Thursday

61. Trying new things- glass blowing
62. stretching in faith
63. stepping out on faith
64. trusting God completely
65. working together to clean house
66. Protection for D&D
67. the ability to create
68. knock knock jokes
69. family time around a campfire
70. kids making up "shows"
71. learning new words
72. God speaking through friends
73. lazy movie days
74. dedicated teachers
75. not because of what I've done, but because of who you are
76. I am yours
77. quality time with friends
78. baking with the kids
79. Mr. D's b-day party with family
80. babysitters worth their weight in gold


Please leave a comment and let me know what you are thankful for today.

Thankful Thursday

41. reaching out to others

42. learning to love difficult people

43. changed hearts

44. an amazing church

45. good coffee

46. reconnecting with a friend

47. D coming home from a work trip

48. Doctor for SIL

49. God's unfailing love

50. funny remarks from kids

51. quiet Sunday afternoons

52. Rudy- inspirational people

53. good books

54. dancing trees

55. popcorn

56. "Costa Rica? We have that game!" Mr. D meant Pictureka

57. opportunities to grow

58. The sweetest words, "Mom, can I make lunch?"

59. The sound of a boy playing with his dad

60. lessons learned

What is on your list today? I would love to hear from you!

Thankful Thursday

21. new ideas

22. new recipes

23. a hesitant boy eating new food and liking it!

24. kids entertaining themselves

25. kids eager to learn and ask questions

26. great coaches

27. healing in sight

28. Patient God, always teaching

29. Consistant work

30. gifts from unexpected places

31. smell of cut grass

32. freedom

33. people who believe in a cause

34. inspiration

35. sound of leaves rustling

36. a healthy body

37. forgiveness

38. new friends

39. learning new things

40. deciding to change and old {bad} habit

What was on your list this week? I would love to hear some of them!

Thankful Thursday

In July, I had the priveledge of seeing Ann VosKamp in person at She Speaks. I wanted to start my gifts list, but kept putting it off for one reason or another (none of the excuses legitimate). I finally started and decided I would share it here. You can read more about Ann and her New York Bestselling book at her blog. Ann shares her list on Monday, but around here, that is our Scripture day, so we are going to do Thursdays. That's the beauty of my own blog, I get to make the rules!

1. little boy imagination and creations
2. cozy rainy days
3. first hugs of the morning
4. silly dogs that don't like to run
5. leaves turning colors
6. a hard working husband
7. building with legos
8. a Mom that cares
9. a clean house
10. a dirty house
11. fresh baked muffins
12. busy kids
13. piles of laundry
14. chatter
15. a fall breeze
16. a concerned daughter
17. laughter
18. silliness
19. board games
20. encouragement from a friend

Please leave a comment and share some of your list!