5.17.2012

Praying for you ....



And you, and you, and you! :)


I absolutely love the quiet days when I get a free moment to sit down and catch up on my bible study and my daily devotionals.  After mopping myself into a corner today, I grabbed my laptop and journal and just let the words flow that had been building up in my heart.  Nearly 2 hours later, my hand numb and my eyes still wet from happy tears, I felt such an incredible and refreshing peace. I thought I'd share with you a snippet of my praise journaling.  


I was reading "Traveling Light" by Max Lucado last night, snuggled in bed listening to the light rain falling outside.  I can't tell you enough how much I love this book!  I borrowed it from the library and know that I must get a copy to own :)  I could hear the girls howling and laughing in their rooms long after 'lights out' (kids are good that way, eh?!) and debated on whether to interupt my reading to 'put down the law' ... one more time.  And I decided to let the kids be kids - it will be their cross to bear when their alarms go off respectively at 5:30 and 6:45 am! ;)  And as I turned back to my book, I lost my place and glanced down and no more perfect words could have been staring back at me.  I was glad for the momentary distraction.


From what I know of the Psalms, the scripture tells us that God is leading us beside still waters.  But my waters aren't so still!  In fact, last month my waters consisted of crest fallen waves heading straight for the jagged rocks! But what a great perspective to have when you can remember that no matter what those worries are, God will always give you what you need, when you need it.  I find myself now in those quiet moments I call the 'after storm' - finding my way back after weeks of worry and torment, the not knowing, the uncertainty and being SO GRATEFUL to have a strong faith to fall back on to.  I know so clearly that this fear was never insurmountable - I had a surf board all along :)  That surf board was in the form of prayer - a life line to grab on to when those waves were crashing down, and it brought me straight to the floor, never forgetting what God gave me knees for!




I thought I'd share with you a card I made for a sweet friend who is going through a rough time.  She's not a paper crafter ::: gasp! ::: :)  so I kept it pretty simple and just let the verse pretty much do all the talking.  I pulled these papers at random from a stack I had on my desk and actually love them together but there is something off on the layout .... I think I'll go back and fiddle with this again and see what I can make, twice!


Big hugs to all - you are loved!!
x0x0


Blessings,
~Kelly


Card submitted to:  Word Art Wednesday

22 comments:

  1. I don't know of ANYONE who wouldn't just love to get this card, and to know that someone cares enough about them to have prayed for them. What an incredible blessing this will be to someone. I just love the card, but then again, I adore October Afternoon. You did an amazing job, and I'm so grateful that you shared this with us in this week's challege at Word Art Wednesday. I pray that God will bless you this week, and we really hope to have you continue to join us each week. Your art is just beautiful!
    Blessings,
    Karen L
    Word Art Wednesday

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  2. What a wonderful thing to have the time to work through all your thoughts and then to create a card that will be so appreciated by your friend Kelly. Enjoy your weekend.

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  3. Oh I love this card! The DP's are so great. I love them together! The scallop is really cute too.

    I am so glad that things are calming down for you. Your faith has helped you through. Hugs my friend!

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  4. Kelly, this card is perfect just as it is. Your card and thoughts are inspiring.

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  5. Thank you for your kind words and the beautiful scripture. God is sooo Good. And your card is beautiful. Love the sentiment.TFS

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  6. Beautiful card. And what an inspiring post.

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  7. Those papers work great together.

    I'm sure it will help your friend to know you are there praying for them through their rough time.

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  8. Lovely card and I'm sure your friend will be touched by your thoughtfulness.

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  9. Love the card with the cross for her to fall back on, she will love it and love your story , you are always so inspirational. I remember similar feeling when I found out we were moving to TX and my husband would be there 6 months ahead of us, so I was alone with a senior in high school and one in 4th grade, not quite as much a rough sea as yours ;) Thanks again for the inspiration have a great weekend.

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  10. This card is beaitiful--'nuf said!

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  11. What a beautiful story! I love reading your posts! Your card is just stunning!

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  12. I love your comments here. SOmetimes I know I let life get all crazy then I start going crazy and then realize I haven't have that quite reflecting time that my soul is craving. I love your card, the colors are great and I like to cross. the sentiment is awesome and says so much.

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  13. Beautiful card! Sorry I am behind on visiting! Swamped at work and only 3 days left of school, things have been crazy here! Looking forward to catching up! Hope your weekend is wonderful!

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  14. Such a pretty card, Kelly and your journaling is such a good reminder that HE is ALWAYS there for us.

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  15. What an uplifting card to go along with a beautiful blog entry. *sigh* I wish I could have a way with words like you, friend. Every vist, I'd leave with a smile.Your friend is ever so lucky to have a friend like you. I know I am grateful to have met you. {{{{hugs}}}}

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  16. Beautiful post and a beautiful card, Kelly!
    Hugs, Lynn

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  17. Beautiful post Kelly and beautiful card.

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  18. What a might God we serve! Thanks for the beautifully inspired words and this gorgeous card!

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  19. I admire your strength, devotion and faith Kelly!!!. Beautiful card and awesome sentiment. God bless you!!!

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  20. I absolutely love coming to your blog and reading these inspirational posts! Isn't just amazing how He can guide us to 'see' even when we're not looking!
    Your card is perfect, as is! Don't change a thing! I love the clean design, letting the cross and sentiment be the focal points.
    Hugs and prayers to you, friend and hope you are soon in still waters!

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  21. Cute card. I really love the cross image!!!

    Thanks for playing along with WAW.

    Wendy

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  22. What a stunning card!!!! I know it will be a source of encouragement to your friend. Sometimes, when we're going through, all we need to know is that someone is praying for and with us and it makes our day a little better. Is the sentiment a stamp or computer generated?
    Thanks so much for playing with us at Word Art Wednesday this week.

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