Wednesday, May 11, 2011

More Than Just A Walk In The Park

I simply can't find the words to express my gratitude for your prayers and words of encouragement regarding Chris' recent job loss. Your kindness and concern mean more to me and to my family than you will ever know. THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart! My mantra right now is, "We might get knocked down, but we won't stay down for long!"  I believe it with all my heart because God WILL make a way...I just know it!

Now, as I mentioned previously, I'm going to share some photos I took on our Mother's Day hike at a local park.  Talk about a picture perfect day!  We saw lots of flowers, which always makes me happy!





We even saw a chameleon sunning himself on a stump and a bumblebee busy at work.



I, especially, love this picture of Chris and Abby.


This little beauty was in my own garden and opened up on the morning of Mother's Day...what a special surprise!


All of this goes to show that even through life's trials and tribulations, beauty is still all around.  I'll try to pay each of you a visit as soon as I can!  Big hugs to you all!

April
April

Hello, I'm April, welcome to my blog. I look at every day as an adventure and an opportunity to laugh and to learn. You will soon discover that my family and my faith are at the heart of who I am.

20 comments:

Mistakenly Misunderstood said...

Beautiful pictures! Good job!

Amy said...

Gorgeous photos! Spring is definitely here!

Anonymous said...

Awesome pictures, it looks like you had a lovely Mothers Day!
So sorry to hear about Chris' job..I haven't been around lately so I missed that news. I admire your strength though...You will all be more than fine! xox

Melissa Miller said...

April the flowers are beautiful.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your hubby at this time. I really do feel that things will work out of the best for you all.

Have a happy week.
~Melissa :)

FrouFrouBritches said...

Such gorgeous pictures!!! What kind of camera do you have? They're beautiful!

Hugs to you!

Anonymous said...

I couldn't find the chameleon for a second : ) Praying that the beauty all around continues to multiply. Love!

Anonymous said...

I was enjoying these till I got to that yucky lizard!!
Way too close for me! :o}

Beautiful!

-stephanie- said...

The flowers are lovely and so is your attitude. God will provide!

jennykate77 said...

Sorry about the job loss. We've went through that this past year (still are) and it's NO fun! Trials and tribulations help us see life's blessings. If it wasn't for the rain, we would never see the rainbow.

Praying for you guys.

GORGEOUS pictures!

Keeper of the Skies Wife said...

What a beautiful walk! Love the pictures. Y'all are in my prayers!

Impulsive Addict said...

Wow. You have a great talent for photography. Those pictures are just gorgeous. It's making me wish that summer was already here!!

I love your way of thinking. Keep thinking positive. God is good.

Queenie Jeannie said...

Gorgeous photos April!!

I have a neighbor friend here, who's husband has sustained quite a bit of hearing loss because of his job in the Army - aka getting blown up in his truck a bunch of times!!! At his routine hearing test last week, he found out it's now reached the point that he is no longer deployable. And he may very well be "chaptered" out of the Army. So he's in Italy with his family and may be out of work very soon. No job, no money, no savings and three small kids. SCARY!! I told his wife the same thing I told you....I don't know how it's going to work out, but somehow it just will. You have each other, your love, and your health - it will work itself out!!

Not easy, not fun, but very doable!! Hang in there April!

Joyce said...

I love the Iris...there is a big Iris Garden not far from here that is open for a few weeks. I am so hoping to get there this year...I love them!

Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things said...

Beautiful photos! I am sorry to hear about Chris's job. I know something wonderful will show up soon.
Hugs,
Penny

Buckeroomama said...

The colors of the flowers are so vibrant... so pretty!! :)

So sorry to hear about your husband's job. Praying that something will come up soon.

Beth in NC said...

Wow, I love the pictures April! So lovely!

Praying doors open for Chris!

Bless you,
Beth

Debby@Just Breathe said...

The pictures are beautiful. Love the shot of the chameleon.

Kim said...

Hey! I actually recognize most of those flowers (although they won't be blooming here for another month).

So sorry to hear about the sudden layoff. So stressful, but hang in there. You're right about "trusting God to lead us where HE wants us to go." He is in control.

Daphine said...

Hey friend,
SO very sorry to hear about Chris losing his job. It's been a while since we've emailed each other. Sorry that I've been in my own world....graduation year girl! Need I say more?!?!?!?

Will definitely be praying for you guys! Love ya!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful pictures!