Enjoy Every Moment

How are all of you? We've been canning and canning and more canning at the Lutz farm but in just a few days we should be done. =) Woohoooo! I can't wait to just sit back, relax and enjoy this fall season...it's my favorite time of year you know. Even with all the busyness that surrounds we've been enjoying life though. My most treasured gift this week, was celebrating my baby girl's birthday! I can't believe she's already 7! Time slips by so quickly...doesn't it? A moment is just a moment...then it's gone forever. I know we're entering in upon the holiday season and very soon life will be full of craziness. I just want to encourage you - don't forget to slow down, take time to breathe, remember what...or who... is REALLY important. Enjoy life...you only get one chance.

3 Gifts Ugly - Beautiful
Fighting with my husband
Being wrong
Words that sting

A Gift Fixed, Folded, Freckled
Restored relationship
Clean crisp laundry
My spunky little red head

3 Gifts in Conversation
Understanding hearts
Laughter and healing
The precious words "I love you, mommy."

3 Gifts in Salvation
I am His child
I am always loved and forgiven
I am blessed

3 Gifts in Information
Wisdom to change
A heart filled with understanding and compassion
The chance to love well

A Gift Rattling, Receding, Reclaiming
A blown coil-pack
Veil of protection
Our Friendship

3 Gifts Quiet
Sunday afternoon naps
Chilly fall mornings
Conversations between me and God

Until then...
Jessie

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O Christmas Tree...O Christmas Tree Part II

Welcome back! I hope y'all are having a blast preparing for Christmas. It can be hard work to get everything done. Exhausting in fact. I'm sure you've earned some relaxation time. So, grab something warm to drink, prop up your feet for a moment and enjoy some time for yourself. I hope you'll be inspired by what I've done and be challenged to unleash your imagination too. Jessie's Christmas Tour Part II Guests are greeted by an antique sled adorned with boughs and an adorable coat that my sons wore as toddlers. In years past, I've decorated in an elegant fashion. I love the grandeur and opulence. However, this year I decided to go with a more down home natural look and I absolutely love it! A simple way to display Christmas cards. My mother gave me this nativity a few years ago. It was handed down from my great aunt. I miss her SO much. Pulling this out each year makes me feel as though she is still with me. It also reminds

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