joyous aunt-hood

Oh the joys of aunt-hood! My sister Tali and her husby are expecting a wee one in May 2012! This is me and her, Summer 2011. Little did we know what God had in store, in making her a mother just at the perfect time... HE is faithful & His mercies new each morning. I am so looking forward to seeing them soon here in Michigan, and going out to California when baby arrives next Spring! : )




Love you so much, Tali... You are an awesome mom, even already!

not yet a mother, but some day

I'm a b****, I'm a lover,

I'm a child, I'm a mother,

I'm a sinner, I'm a saint. . .


This song was playing on the radio as I was driving the other day to meet my cousin for dinner. It resonated with me.
Even though I am not yet a mother, I desire to be some day, I am all the rest.

I am messed up. But, still I am loved.

love awaits.

God has given Brooke Fraser amazing talent in songwriting and singing. Here is her song, Love is Waiting...




Hope it inspires you as it did me.

NAMI

October 2-8, 2011 is Mental Illness Awareness Week.

Education of the public is important as it decreases stigma & ignorance which are two barriers.

Mental illness affects 1 in 4 families.

To learn more, visit: www.nami.org


all grace, Cilla

Life's journey. . .

Life is good, in so many ways it is good. At times, life is very, very hard. But, life is still good. This season of life, with many unknowns about the future and many questions about everything. This season is an adventure. I sometimes wonder at life and how intricate we humans are, and yet, how God loves you, me, everyone... Each one is precious. Life is a journey, and it takes many turns and twists along the way. Sometimes we may feel lost, or disillusioned and forget where we are, or who we are. That can be a frightening experience. God promises to never leave us nor forsake us. God sent His Spirit to comfort and guide us in our earthly journey... This is me experiencing life abundantly.




Lake Superior, Michigan's Upper Peninsula, August 2011.