Life is fragile, a gift from the Lord...no matter how many days we have! This is such an amazing video. What a great reminder for me today to hold my children a little longer, a little tighter. Children truly are a gift from the Lord!Scroll to the bottom of the page and turn off the music before you watch the video. … [Read more...]
His timing is perfect
I know it's true...I know the Father's timing is perfect, I know He knows best. But still my heart is longing....longing to go and get Haven! I feel so close, but yet still so far. We should have Travel Approval any day now. I feel like there are so many obstacles in our way before we can even consider going to bring her home. There are so many things we still need to take care of, so many … [Read more...]
Unexpected Blessings
We live in a very small mountain town (about 7000 people). So, when a Christian Artist comes to town...you go! Last Sunday night we went to see Geoff Moore with our precious friends, Chris and Elizabeth (and mommy, Suella). It was a small, outdoor concert. Beautiful! I have heard his music over the years, and really loved it. But, his concert was awesome! I don't think I saw him stop smiling … [Read more...]
Change
Okay...so here's a fact! I LOVE change :) My dearest husband can testify to the fact that things don't stay the same around here for very long! Either I get bored too quickly OR it's just my way of spicing up life a little...I have no idea! Whether it's my ever-changing hair color and style (he never knows who is coming home from the hairdresser)...or the paint on the walls...if it can be changed, … [Read more...]
Surrender!
The Salem's are on a journey! You know, there are times in my life when I have felt like I have had things all figured out...all my ducks in a row. I love feeling that way...I love feeling organized and having everything the way I want it to be :). The last three months have NOT been that way. There have been times I have truly felt that I have died to self....you know, crucified the flesh and … [Read more...]
What a treat
Whoooohooooo...on Saturday my special friend, Cris, stole me away from my family for the day:). She drove me to Denver and took me to see Mercy Me in concert. WOW! It is the first time I have ever been to a big Christian concert. I LOVE Mercy Me! Oh my goodness, what a blessing. The whole concert was an incredible time of worshiping the Living God!!!!! I was blessed beyond what I ever imagined. I … [Read more...]
Hannah-Claire has blossomed in 2 years!
I took this picture of Hannah-Claire yesterday and compared it to the day we adopted her, just 27 months ago. I was amazed at how much she has blossomed in a relatively short period of time. She has grown into a beautiful young girl, full of life and INCREDIBLY talkative :). She is such a joy and a blessing. I cannot imagine our lives without this sweet child. Thank you Lord Jesus that you … [Read more...]
A Blessed Time
Last week I had an amazing opportunity to attend a large church in Colorado Springs. I went specifically to listen to Christian Author and Speaker, Lisa Bevere. It is not too often that I have time on my own. I just felt like it was something I needed to go to. I'm so glad I did.It was wonderful. They brought in a Worship Leader from a huge church in Texas. Some of you may know of Kari Jobe. … [Read more...]