"He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good, and what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly thy God?"
Micah 6:8
Sunday, January 8, 2012
Saturday, January 7, 2012
The Gainesville Getaway
For our seven year anniversary, Eric and I had a wonderful little getaway in Gainesville, Florida. We stayed two nights at the lovely Sweetwater Branch Inn Bed and Breakfast. Our accommodations were in the Isadora Room within the fabulous McKenzie House. The room was gorgeous and perfect. I had no hand in selecting the room or activities we would undertake. Eric made all the arrangements, selections, and had a couple surprises for me. He did a marvelous job.
As this post could be come very long with descriptions and pictures, I have decided to break it up into four segments over the next few days. So, keep checking back!
As this post could be come very long with descriptions and pictures, I have decided to break it up into four segments over the next few days. So, keep checking back!
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| Front door to the McKenzie House. Built in 1885. Restored in 1993 |
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| The McKenzie House. Our room was on the third floor with the turret windows. |
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| Brew your own tea in one of the adorable tea pots in the breakfast room, located in the Cushman House. I positively adore having tea. Alone or with friends. It's relaxing and delicious. |
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| Part of the breakfast bar in the Cushman House. The Cushman House was also built in 1885 and restored in 1993. I really like the citrus press in the corner. Eric squeezed fresh oranges both mornings for me. |
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| The stove breakfast was made on in the Cushman House. I absolutely love this type of stove. I want one. My mother always cooked on a gas stove during my childhood in Honduras. |
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| Cornelia owns and runs the Sweetwater Branch Inn. Every morning she served us breakfast. She was delightful, as was the rest of the staff. Her mother owns Selva Verde Eco Lodge in Costa Rica. Having lived in Costa Rica myself for three years I was excited to exchange stories with her. |
Seven Year Reflection
Eric and I just got back from celebrating seven years of marriage. We were married at the Justice of the Peace after Sunday morning service, January 3, 2005, in Honolulu, Hawaii - around 2pm. My sister, Yeni, was our only witness and she got us a beautiful little cake with frosting orchids on it. Orchids are my favorite flower. I know she took pictures, but I think they were lost. Sadness. I would love to have pictures of the happiest day of my life. I am blessed to be married to the love of my life and to have had my dear sister at our wedding.
There have been ups and downs, disappointments, blissful moments, and quiet moments of joy. It has not been an easy road, no marriage is; however, I wouldn't change anything in the past seven years! What has happened and the choices we made, have made us into the spouses we are today. We have walked through fire and have come out refined! The love I have for my husband is stronger and deeper then ever.
Although we were young and immature when wedded, we have helped each other along and have inspired the other to grow and mature. He has grown into an amazing man, full of love and the will to be the best husband and father. He is a godly man who still seeks to grow closer to God and be the leader God designed him to be. I am VERY PROUD and blessed.
We are looking into the future with high hopes and experience. We always seek the counsel of our parents and other wise elders who have 'been there, done that'. And now we walk boldly into our new adventure as parents! Our sweet baby is our greatest gift and accomplishment. She is a testament of our undying devotion to one another.
So bring on the rest of our lives! We are so ready and able!
Here are a few of my favorite Bible verses concerning marriage:
Genesis 2:18, 21-24
I Peter 3:2, 3:7
Ecclesiastes 9:9
Ephesians 5:22-33
Colossians 3:18-19
Mark 10:9
Deuteronomy 24:5 *I wish this one was still practiced today. What a bunch of happy military wives there'd be!
There have been ups and downs, disappointments, blissful moments, and quiet moments of joy. It has not been an easy road, no marriage is; however, I wouldn't change anything in the past seven years! What has happened and the choices we made, have made us into the spouses we are today. We have walked through fire and have come out refined! The love I have for my husband is stronger and deeper then ever.
Although we were young and immature when wedded, we have helped each other along and have inspired the other to grow and mature. He has grown into an amazing man, full of love and the will to be the best husband and father. He is a godly man who still seeks to grow closer to God and be the leader God designed him to be. I am VERY PROUD and blessed.
We are looking into the future with high hopes and experience. We always seek the counsel of our parents and other wise elders who have 'been there, done that'. And now we walk boldly into our new adventure as parents! Our sweet baby is our greatest gift and accomplishment. She is a testament of our undying devotion to one another.
So bring on the rest of our lives! We are so ready and able!
Here are a few of my favorite Bible verses concerning marriage:
Genesis 2:18, 21-24
I Peter 3:2, 3:7
Ecclesiastes 9:9
Ephesians 5:22-33
Colossians 3:18-19
Mark 10:9
Deuteronomy 24:5 *I wish this one was still practiced today. What a bunch of happy military wives there'd be!
Friday, January 6, 2012
The Bible in 365 Days
Today's Bible reading is from:
Genesis 16-17
Matthew 5:27-48
Keep it up! Only 6 days in!
Genesis 16-17
Matthew 5:27-48
Keep it up! Only 6 days in!
Thursday, January 5, 2012
The Bible in 365 Days
Today's Bible reading is from:
Genesis 13-15
Matthew 5:1-26
Enjoy and God bless!
Genesis 13-15
Matthew 5:1-26
Enjoy and God bless!
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Quotes For Reflection
"Praise is well, compliment is well, but affection--that is the last and final and most precious reward that any man can win, whether by character or achievement." Mark Twain
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Monday, January 2, 2012
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