Hi ladies!
I hope you all are having an awesome Summer filled with pool time, sprinklers, pop-cycles, and lemonade! We have greatly enjoyed our time with all of you over the past semester, sharing life with each of you.
Claire and I have been discussing our meetings and what needs to happen for the summer. As you knew, I would not be able to make many, if any of the meeting this summer. And in talking with Claire, she won't be able to either. So, M4M will officially start back when school starts back. Going forward our meetings will coincide with the school schedule....fall break, Christmas...etc as off weeks. And that includes Summer.
For the fall semester your leader will be Ms. Claire! She will let you all know where you will be meeting (b/c SKIA is closing in August). So keep in touch with her for all the next plans. My husband and I will be busier than usual this coming fall and I will not be able to be there , although if my schedule allows you may see me at a meeting from time to time!
Have a great Summer break! Keep in touch everyone! And if you all want to come, I do a Playgroup on Fridays! Just contact me on FB for more info: Desiree Howard
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Friday, April 29, 2011
Your Mommy List
I so loved our discussion yesterday. We talked about all those little mommy moments....one's that are fun, crazy, breath taking, funny, frustrating, sweet, and just plain make us go "aaaaaw" moments. In our book "A minute for Mommy" the chapter we were on had a list....You know you're a mommy when...
It was so much fun!
So, I decided to make my own. Here are just a few of mine in no particular order whatsoever...
You know you're a mommy when...
- the sweet words "wuv you mommy" melts your heart quicker than summer melts ice cream
- you hear "i hode you mommy?" baha
-your husband reaches a new level of studliness as you watch him be such an amazing daddy to your children.
- you get excited when you are out by yourself and not only get to go to the restroom alone, but you can also use the regular stall as opposed to the large handicap stall "family" stall.
- while shopping alone you realize that you are asking yourself where things are and discussing your grocery list .....with yourself....out loud. that's awesome. But, fortunately you run into several other women doing the same thing, kinda give one another the "you're a mom too" smile and go on
- you are the world's best jungle gym, horsey ride, pillow, train builder, block architect, baby clothes dresser, chocolate milk maker, gourmet chef....etc
- you have the healing power of Jesus in your kisses. "mommy owieeee, need kiss" *kiss* "all better?" "yes, tank you mommy, aw bear."
- you have little encouragers telling you "good job, mommy" after you get done vacuuming, doing dishes, painting, going potty :).....etc
-you see the love of Jesus more and more tangibly each and every day through the simple blessings of your children
- you change into clean clothes to go out. You reach your destination to hang out with some friends or do your grocery shopping and realize there is snot, or chocolate, or whatever else all over your pants or the top of your sleeve on your shirt compliments of good-bye lovies from your sweet kiddos
- you laugh and cry more than you knew you ever could
- you wake up each morning and go to bed every night knowing that through them you are making a difference in the world.
- you never eat a full meal....b/c your children like what's on your plate so much better....even when it's the same thing!
......and the list goes on and on and on. I could type all afternoon. Kids are just awesome.
Psalm 127:3
Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him.
If you have a list you want to share, post a comment!!
It was so much fun!
So, I decided to make my own. Here are just a few of mine in no particular order whatsoever...
You know you're a mommy when...
- the sweet words "wuv you mommy" melts your heart quicker than summer melts ice cream
- you hear "i hode you mommy?" baha
-your husband reaches a new level of studliness as you watch him be such an amazing daddy to your children.
- you get excited when you are out by yourself and not only get to go to the restroom alone, but you can also use the regular stall as opposed to the large handicap stall "family" stall.
- while shopping alone you realize that you are asking yourself where things are and discussing your grocery list .....with yourself....out loud. that's awesome. But, fortunately you run into several other women doing the same thing, kinda give one another the "you're a mom too" smile and go on
- you are the world's best jungle gym, horsey ride, pillow, train builder, block architect, baby clothes dresser, chocolate milk maker, gourmet chef....etc
- you have the healing power of Jesus in your kisses. "mommy owieeee, need kiss" *kiss* "all better?" "yes, tank you mommy, aw bear."
- you have little encouragers telling you "good job, mommy" after you get done vacuuming, doing dishes, painting, going potty :).....etc
-you see the love of Jesus more and more tangibly each and every day through the simple blessings of your children
- you change into clean clothes to go out. You reach your destination to hang out with some friends or do your grocery shopping and realize there is snot, or chocolate, or whatever else all over your pants or the top of your sleeve on your shirt compliments of good-bye lovies from your sweet kiddos
- you laugh and cry more than you knew you ever could
- you wake up each morning and go to bed every night knowing that through them you are making a difference in the world.
- you never eat a full meal....b/c your children like what's on your plate so much better....even when it's the same thing!
......and the list goes on and on and on. I could type all afternoon. Kids are just awesome.
Psalm 127:3
Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him.
If you have a list you want to share, post a comment!!
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Last week sum up! Go on a DATE with ur husband!
Last week we had a great conversation about dating.....our husbands that is : ) The chapter we read from our book was about making sure that we spent time as a couple just "dating". Literally. Take some time away from the kids, and just be with each other....alone.
I loved hearing all the great ideas and rules everyone had. Some thoughts we shared...
So go out, and date your spouse already!
See you ladies tomorrow! SKIA @1pm
I loved hearing all the great ideas and rules everyone had. Some thoughts we shared...
- never talk about the kids while out.... and if you do, make a fun game out of it...like whoever brings up the kids 1st has to buy the other an icecream, fav candy bar or something else fun...prize would obviously differ with the couple.
- Don't worry about what you do on your date so much as who you are with. Dates don't have to be elaborate or expensive. A nice stroll on a walking trail or garden area, window shopping at the mall, icecream.....
- Be intentional - if you have kids this comes without saying....PLAN....call a sitter, whether it be a relative or a responsible childcare worker from the Church or a responsible friend.
- Don't be afraid of a day date! Sometimes we think the only time we can date is for dinner. Not so! Go out to breakfast or hang out all afternoon and enjoy some sunshine together. One of the ladies in our group put this into action the very next day and surprised her man with a day date! Way to go!
- Dream together.....talk about those things you can't wait to do, places you want to go, dreams you want to see made reality...etc
So go out, and date your spouse already!
See you ladies tomorrow! SKIA @1pm
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
This week
Hey ladies!
Just a quick note to let you know that we will be meeting this week...Wednesday at SKIA 1pm as usual. So if you are staying here for Spring Break come on over!
Last week was we had the author (Berkli Binns) of the book (A Minute For Mommy) that we are reading out of each week come and visit with us. She read one of the devotionals and spoke to us about her heart as a Mom! It was definitely a great time!
I can't wait to see what this week holds for us all!
See you ladies tomorrow!
be blessed!
Just a quick note to let you know that we will be meeting this week...Wednesday at SKIA 1pm as usual. So if you are staying here for Spring Break come on over!
Last week was we had the author (Berkli Binns) of the book (A Minute For Mommy) that we are reading out of each week come and visit with us. She read one of the devotionals and spoke to us about her heart as a Mom! It was definitely a great time!
I can't wait to see what this week holds for us all!
See you ladies tomorrow!
be blessed!
Thursday, March 3, 2011
And more were added....
We gained 2 ladies yesterday! How awesome is that? To say the least we are excited!
And after yesterday, surely each lady knows that this group is a safe place, that none of us are perfect or come from perfect backgrounds...to say the least, that we aren't going to hide it but we are going to let God use it for His kingdom and purpose. We are real. We are His daughters. I pray that each person feels His love working though us in a tangible way. I so enjoyed listening to everyone's heart yesterday. Literally each woman in our group is using what we have been through as children, teens, and growing adults to minister. It really made my heart smile.
He led me to a place of safety; he rescued me because he delights in me- Psalm 18:19
We each talked about how we view God as our "Daddy". And the important role that a daddy holds. Most of us, including myself didn't really or didn't at all grow up with a worldly father figure, or at least not one worth getting a good example from. And a few without very nurturing Mothers either. And it just delights my heart to see how God is using each person to reach out and touch others for His kingdom, despite. Each of us is filled with this crazy love for others. To reach them with Christ's love. To touch, and heal their hearts and minds.
Just some examples of ways that ministry is happening within our group:
You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. - Genesis 50:20
A pretty emotional and deep discussion for our 2nd meeting. But it was so good. God's kingdom grows when we allow ourselves to be vulnerable with one another.
"Never cease to be vulnerable" - Tom Davis @ Idea Camp last weekend
And after yesterday, surely each lady knows that this group is a safe place, that none of us are perfect or come from perfect backgrounds...to say the least, that we aren't going to hide it but we are going to let God use it for His kingdom and purpose. We are real. We are His daughters. I pray that each person feels His love working though us in a tangible way. I so enjoyed listening to everyone's heart yesterday. Literally each woman in our group is using what we have been through as children, teens, and growing adults to minister. It really made my heart smile.
He led me to a place of safety; he rescued me because he delights in me- Psalm 18:19
We each talked about how we view God as our "Daddy". And the important role that a daddy holds. Most of us, including myself didn't really or didn't at all grow up with a worldly father figure, or at least not one worth getting a good example from. And a few without very nurturing Mothers either. And it just delights my heart to see how God is using each person to reach out and touch others for His kingdom, despite. Each of us is filled with this crazy love for others. To reach them with Christ's love. To touch, and heal their hearts and minds.
Just some examples of ways that ministry is happening within our group:
- Addoption
- Being that nurturing mommy we never had to our children
- Lifting up our husbands for being such great daddy's to our son's and daughter's
- Friendships
- Community outreaches - Laundry Love, Samaritan Shop
You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. - Genesis 50:20
A pretty emotional and deep discussion for our 2nd meeting. But it was so good. God's kingdom grows when we allow ourselves to be vulnerable with one another.
"Never cease to be vulnerable" - Tom Davis @ Idea Camp last weekend
Thursday, February 24, 2011
1st meeting!
We are so thankful for each of you ladies who came for fellowship yesterday! We prayed, we intro'd ourselves, we drank tea, we drank coffee, we read from our book, we prayed some more.
We got together as women and we fellowshiped and encouraged one another. It was such a great time!
Can't wait till next week!
We got together as women and we fellowshiped and encouraged one another. It was such a great time!
How great is it that there is a place for our kiddos to hang out too!? Love it!
We know that God has amazing things planned for this group of women!
Our verse this week was Isaiah 40:31
but those who hope in the Lord
will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint.
will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Conversation with Satan - I'm Encouraged!
Unexpected. Uncomfortable. Just where God wants us.
This morning while I was still half asleep, trying to wake up. I had a conversation with Satan. It was pretty one sided. He was filling my mind with things like..."have you overcommitment? you won't be able to handle this. What about YOUR kids....won't this be hard on them, it is naptime? What if the kids all fight? What if this explodes and becomes more than you can handle?" He likes to speak in questions because it leaves endless answer possibilities. If we let him, he can question us right out of God's will.
So these questions started milling through my head. Then I started to really wake up.
Now let me stop for a second. Just so you know....the leaders of this group are not wrapped in a spiritual God bubble where Satan cannot attack. Both of us are extremely positive people, but that doesn't mean that we don't have our days or times when Satan attacks. With that said....
I think I entertained the thoughts for a half a second, THEN....I really thought about a couple things:
1. Satan felt the need to attack while I wasn't even fully awake. He didn't even have the nerve to attack me while I was completely coherent.
2. In all the questions and what he probably thought would be FEARS he was instilling, I actually heard encouragement. For real...listen.... "you cannot handle this......what if this explodes and you cannot handle this...overcommitment " If Satan takes the time to reiterate the fact that I can't handle something, I know I am right where GOD wants me. If this was something that was going to be easy for my friend and I....if it isn't something we can't handle, that wouldn't be a GOD sized vision.
3. This group hasn't even begun yet! bahahaha...I mean really, we just sat down as leaders yesterday and talked vision and direction and took steps to what is the beginning....first official meeting next week :) Funny how Satan felt the need to attack so quickly. I'm excited!
Truth is, if we were starting a ministry that didn't have he Devil scared, would it really be worth it? I don't know about you, but this really pumped me up today!!! The opposite effect of what Satan intended I'm quite positive. And that's just how God works when we allow his Spirit to dwell in us and when we have a God sized vision....
You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good. He brought me to this position so I could save the lives of many people. - Genesis 50:20
I love you, Lord; you are my strength. - Psalm 18:1
AMEN!
"If the size of your vision isn't intimidating to you, there's a good chance it's insulting to God." - Steven Furtick
"I despaired at the thought that my life might slip by without seeing God show himself mightily on our behalf." - Jim Cymbala
We will live in audacious faith...confident and believing HIM for the impossible. Please pray with us as we embark in this new ministry!
To God be the glory
This morning while I was still half asleep, trying to wake up. I had a conversation with Satan. It was pretty one sided. He was filling my mind with things like..."have you overcommitment? you won't be able to handle this. What about YOUR kids....won't this be hard on them, it is naptime? What if the kids all fight? What if this explodes and becomes more than you can handle?" He likes to speak in questions because it leaves endless answer possibilities. If we let him, he can question us right out of God's will.
So these questions started milling through my head. Then I started to really wake up.
Now let me stop for a second. Just so you know....the leaders of this group are not wrapped in a spiritual God bubble where Satan cannot attack. Both of us are extremely positive people, but that doesn't mean that we don't have our days or times when Satan attacks. With that said....
I think I entertained the thoughts for a half a second, THEN....I really thought about a couple things:
1. Satan felt the need to attack while I wasn't even fully awake. He didn't even have the nerve to attack me while I was completely coherent.
2. In all the questions and what he probably thought would be FEARS he was instilling, I actually heard encouragement. For real...listen.... "you cannot handle this......what if this explodes and you cannot handle this...overcommitment " If Satan takes the time to reiterate the fact that I can't handle something, I know I am right where GOD wants me. If this was something that was going to be easy for my friend and I....if it isn't something we can't handle, that wouldn't be a GOD sized vision.
3. This group hasn't even begun yet! bahahaha...I mean really, we just sat down as leaders yesterday and talked vision and direction and took steps to what is the beginning....first official meeting next week :) Funny how Satan felt the need to attack so quickly. I'm excited!
Truth is, if we were starting a ministry that didn't have he Devil scared, would it really be worth it? I don't know about you, but this really pumped me up today!!! The opposite effect of what Satan intended I'm quite positive. And that's just how God works when we allow his Spirit to dwell in us and when we have a God sized vision....
You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good. He brought me to this position so I could save the lives of many people. - Genesis 50:20
I love you, Lord; you are my strength. - Psalm 18:1
AMEN!
"If the size of your vision isn't intimidating to you, there's a good chance it's insulting to God." - Steven Furtick
"I despaired at the thought that my life might slip by without seeing God show himself mightily on our behalf." - Jim Cymbala
We will live in audacious faith...confident and believing HIM for the impossible. Please pray with us as we embark in this new ministry!
To God be the glory
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Just Beginning
Hi ladies!
Just an intro to a new mom's group that will be meeting at SKIA, Wednesday's @ 1pm.
SKIA has a fabulous little play area for children, so please bring your kids and enjoy some relaxing mommy time!
Our group is called A Minute For Mommy just as this blog is titled. There is a book out by a local author, Berkli Binns, with this same tittle. And guess what? The author will even be at our March 16th meeting!
How this group came to be.....
Two friends got together and wanted to have a study together. When they had their first meeting, they both discovered that within each other, the original idea of the group had changed into a much larger vision. A God sized vision. While discussing what this would en-tale they found the book A Minute For Mommy....well actually one of them picked it up not really paying attention, went to the other side of the store checking on her children, looked down at the book she had in her hand, showed it to her friend....and the rest is history. A God thing really.
So who is this for? Well, if you're a mom...YOU! Whether you are a SAHM or a working mom who wants to come during her lunch hour, this group is for you. It's a group for the churched, the unchurched, the tired and weary, the excited and positive. It's for any Mom who wants encouragement, prayer, and to be nurtured by other Mom's. Your age does not matter. Your kids ages do not matter. Maybe you have had miscarriages....you're still a Mom. Maybe you adopt...It's for YOU too. Whatever season of motherhood you are in! Whether you live in a mansion or trailer park, the suburbs or a shelter, castle or a crackerbox. We are here for You.
We hope that you will join with us in this wonderful new ministry for Mom's. Come have a minute. A minute to breathe. A minute for YOU. A minute to rejuvenate.
Hope to see you there!
Just an intro to a new mom's group that will be meeting at SKIA, Wednesday's @ 1pm.
SKIA has a fabulous little play area for children, so please bring your kids and enjoy some relaxing mommy time!
Our group is called A Minute For Mommy just as this blog is titled. There is a book out by a local author, Berkli Binns, with this same tittle. And guess what? The author will even be at our March 16th meeting!
How this group came to be.....
Two friends got together and wanted to have a study together. When they had their first meeting, they both discovered that within each other, the original idea of the group had changed into a much larger vision. A God sized vision. While discussing what this would en-tale they found the book A Minute For Mommy....well actually one of them picked it up not really paying attention, went to the other side of the store checking on her children, looked down at the book she had in her hand, showed it to her friend....and the rest is history. A God thing really.
So who is this for? Well, if you're a mom...YOU! Whether you are a SAHM or a working mom who wants to come during her lunch hour, this group is for you. It's a group for the churched, the unchurched, the tired and weary, the excited and positive. It's for any Mom who wants encouragement, prayer, and to be nurtured by other Mom's. Your age does not matter. Your kids ages do not matter. Maybe you have had miscarriages....you're still a Mom. Maybe you adopt...It's for YOU too. Whatever season of motherhood you are in! Whether you live in a mansion or trailer park, the suburbs or a shelter, castle or a crackerbox. We are here for You.
We hope that you will join with us in this wonderful new ministry for Mom's. Come have a minute. A minute to breathe. A minute for YOU. A minute to rejuvenate.
Hope to see you there!
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