Hubby surprised me and the kiddies with the news and I have to admit that my initial reaction was shock and I didn’t believe him. Once the shock passed, I had a bit of a panic attack thinking of all the things that needed to be done…
We dug through our summer clothes to see what still fit (our kids seem to grow over night…every night ) and what didn’t. We had to get some passports ready and I am definitely not feeling beach ready.
You know that feeling at the end of winter where your jeans fit a little tighter around the waist and thighs? Now I had to cram what takes about 12 weeks of hard work into 2 weeks…impossible…
I also thought of having to come up with scheduled posts for while I’m away and waiting for sunny days to take photos…and…
…then I paused and realized how selfish I was being. How quickly I have dismissed the amazing gift that God has granted us to be able to enjoy his beautiful creation along side my family, away from it all.
It has been a long year for us, even though it has just started. We have looked at death in the eye, we have been hurt by people who we cared about and called friends and yet we remain faithful that God will provide and that this is His way of rewarding our faithfulness.
A while back during the most heart breaking parts of this year, I was deep in prayer when God said to me ‘ I got you’ and to now, he has not let go….
So please forgive my lack of posts and crafts, as we prepare for this amazing blessing. I promise I won’t be long…xo
Sending you much love,
Lucy
Janine - Foxtail Creek Studio says
I hope you have a wonderful, relaxing vacation. Forget about everything else except just being YOU with your family…it sounds like you sure deserve some time away from it all. ♥
Jen @ My Own Road says
A break is just what you need sometimes! Enjoy every minute of relaxation
Jordan says
Aww totally, everybody deserves a break to hang with the family! I know how it feels when it seems like thers always something to do. Enjoy your trip!
Becky Dunham says
Lucy, first off I want to say that your sketch book is absolutely gorgeous! I really need to start one of these.
As for your beach vacation, I hope you enjoy it to the fullest! Time away with the family is something we all need – just let it be 🙂 God will not let you go and He knows you deserve this break!
Anne says
Hope you had a wonderful vacation.What a lovely sketch book.You are amazingly talented.
Anne
Stuff and Nonsense says
have a wonderful time
away with your family
and thanks for sharing
a bit of your watercolors
lovely
alison
Kim @ Plumberry Pie says
Enjoy, relax and take it all in. we’ll be here when you get back:).
your watercolors are AMAZING!
Alesha says
What a beautiful peek into your sketchbook! And what an amazing blessing! I hope you thoroughly enjoy it! =)
Alesha <3
sandra says
Lucy, you just go and have a well deserved holiday with your family and we will be here when you get back. Love the pictures in your sketchbook.
Blessings sandra
NanaDiana says
Lucy, You put your blinders on to all that is around you and concentrate on the love of your family and the time you can spend together. Nothing else (save God) really matters in the end, does it? I am so sorry that you have had to suffer through personal crisises this year. It is never easy to face death…or to be let down by those we count on. You need to forgive those that let you down and move forward (if you haven’t already done that). I had to do some forgiving of my own this year and I did NOT want to do it…I did NOT want to let it go…I harbored it and then I realized that if I did that THEY won…so I forgave so that I could heal. Blessings to you my dear sweet friend. xo Diana
Sharon-The OKI StampQueen says
I hear—and know—your pain. GO!!!! BREATHE!!! The cure for anything is salt water-sweat, tears or the sea…RELAX. ENJOY. FORGET. Let the tides wash you clean—in Him. Nestle. We’ll be here when you get back..a bit jealous until then but— ; ) Blessings, Sharon
Two Shades of Pink says
I’m so excited for you…enjoy every second love!
Jenny says
I hope you have a wonderful trip. Your paintings are beautiful!
Jane says
Oh Lucy, you darling girl. Enjoy your much-needed break after the start to the year you’ve had. And that is the most divine sketchbook entry I have ever seen. Your talent is so abundant. J x
Jana@Transformations From the Heart says
Enjoy your break with your family! Sounds like an amazing trip is in store~Love your sketch book, just beautiful.
nicolette @ momnivore's dilemma says
enjoy your blessings, friend.
and thank you for sharing your sketches…
off to count some of my blessing and hope god will provide.
Jenifer says
Lovely sketch book Lucy…deep breath and enjoy the wonderful gift of getting away with your family!
Kathy Martin says
Stunning work! 🙂
Hinna says
Beautiful sketch book!
Jeanine says
Enjoy your much deserved vacation, Dear e-friend.
ImSoVintage says
Lucy, all you should be thinking about is your family and how much you are going to enjoy your vacation. I hope it is wonderful. Thanks so much for giving us a peek into your gorgeous sketchbook.
Laura
Susan says
Your sketchbook is so lovely Lucy. I just love all those soft colours, your words, and the beauty of it.
I am so glad that you and your beloved family are getting the chance to go away for a vacation. Enjoy every minute of this precious time together and don’t worry about scheduled blog posts. We’ll be here when you get back!
Katie says
I’m glad he’s ‘got you’ Lucy 🙂 Have a great trip x
kathy/North Carolina says
Your sketch book is so beautiful! Makes me wish I could paint. Go on vacation, relax and enjoy your family. These moments are precious and few. The blog will “keep” and we’ll still be here when you get back. A change of pace is a great creativity booster.
Melanie @ Whimsical Creations says
Beautiful sketches!!
Have a WONDERFUL time!!
kissthesky kneel says
Lucy,
You bless me with your honest faith and the way you share with us out here in blog land. I appreciate you very much! Try to relax and enjoy this gift of time with your family. We’ll be here when you return!!
d
Kim@todayismysome-day says
Beautifully said! Please relax and enjoy your vacation and rest in HIM!
Christie Petersen says
Have a great trip I will keep you in my prayers. Another precious family the “Kerber’s” could sure use some prayers. The widowed mother of 12 who lost 5 of her children on a vacation trip recently. Her name is Pauline and she is a wonderful christian woman like yourself who has been blessed to be called apart that His light might shine. Blessings!
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