Celebrating Passover

Yesterday, we gathered around the table with friends to celebrate Passover. We enjoy celebrating this holiday in memory of the Lord Jesus Christ, who became the pass over lamb for all who would believe in Him.

In ancient Egypt as the Israelites gathered for that first Passover, they were instructed to put the  blood of the lamb that was sacrificed for dinner onto the door posts of there house. The last plague to overtake Egypt was a grim one, and each family that followed this crucial command had the assurance that the blood over the door posts would protect the first born son of that household. This marking of blood would set them apart as the Death Angel came through the land and destroyed the first born son of all in Egypt, this included the first born of the animals too. (Exodus 11:4-5)

 Jesus became our Passover lamb when he was laid to rest on that holy celebration and He rose from the dead three days later. His blood was shed for the sin of the world and His blood is set on the door posts of our heart when we become a believer. We are then set apart for the kingdom of God and death no longer has a hold on us. We have an assurance, just as Jesus rose from the dead, that we will have eternal life too.   
This holiday is a wonderful picture of Christ's saving grace. He cares for you.

My only regret concerning the evening...I forgot to take pictures. 

Spring Leisure

                                                  Cherry Tree close to my home.

What a beautiful Spring day! I took a walk with my little guy this morning and enjoyed the cool breeze and budding flowers. The gorgeous blooms of the Cherry Blossom Tree have given way to full green foliage. It was nice to be out and about. When we take walks, I always pick flowers (wild ones only, mostly weeds) for my son to examine while he is strolling along. Today, I found some wild Wisteria growing close to the ground. It is such a pretty plant...but fades rather quickly. It was a nice walk.

On our return home my little 2 1/2 year old wanted to play outside. He enjoys the slide on his swing-set and we had a wonderful time, until a swarm of gnats interrupted our play time and made it necessary to retreat indoors.

                                           My little guy. This pic was taken at a local park recently.

I topped off the morning with some yummy pancakes with strawberries. mmmmm soooo good! I know this totally defeated the purpose of my walk...but it was worth it. Especially having my family around the table with me and  my son enjoying his lunch so much, that when he finished his, he wanted mine too.
Now I am listening to my sweet little guy talk and jabber before he falls asleep for his nap. What a blessing  he is. He brings so much joy into our lives each day. It was good to slow down and have a leisurely morning. I hope to make some more changes to my blog today and add to a painting I am working on. Wish me luck. ;)

Portions of the Heart

Let us love one another.

 Let us be kind to one another.   (This is a mini collage/painting that I did a while back.)

Let us be heartfelt, giving, caring, compassionate, gentle, patient, peaceable, thoughtful, generous and comforting.You are a lovely unique individual. Let your light shine. Treasure all the good things in your life. Have a wonderful day!

                                                            Blue Rooster

This painting had a long journey before it was completed. I started this baby and it sat in my studio for years collecting dust. At the beginning of this year I was praying for direction for my art and I felt I should finish this neglected painting.

It has completely changed from the original version, although the message is clear and is still the same as it was when I began the painting back in 2008. The pink highlighted scripture in the painting says:
Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.  And if we know that He hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we have asked of Him. 1 John 5:14-15

May you have a beautiful day! 

Journey

Yesterday was a blogger day for me. After a long absence from this window to the world, I spent the day re-navigating my way through it. My updated blog will focus on my art and my faith. I hope you will visit again and check it out. I'm still getting it together, so stick with me as it grows, changes, and rearranges.

 Join my blog and follow me on this journey. Have a beautiful day!

Hello Dear People!

Spring is in the air and it is flowing onto my canvas. You can see by my new painting that I am loving the colors teal and purple. I had so much fun creating this piece of art. I will be adding new art and postings to this site and offering my art for purchase. I'm working out all of the details and learning how to navigate blogging again. I hope to add lots of new changes and interesting details.

Hang in there with me as this site changes. Please check back soon.

If You're Happy and You Know It

                     My little prince clapping his hands to the song "If You're Happy and You Know It."

I have been away for a while! Whew, time does fly. To sum up my absence: I was sick for a while, then got better, then I got pregnant, and was sick and in bed during my whole pregnancy. Had our son and it took time to recuperate, and I have been juggling mommy-hood, homemaking and being and artist. That is the very short version.

Truly I am blessed! My husband and I have always wanted to have a child together. We have a beautiful daughter from a previous marriage and we are so thankful for her. We had hoped to give her a brother or sister to grow up with. We had no idea that it would take us 19 years of marriage, before we would have a baby. When our son was born, his sister was 20 and about to turn 21. Waiting so long was not the way we planned it...but God has a better plan. My son Levi is my joy every day! I find it challenging at times to juggle it all, but I know that with God all things are possible.

                                  Levi hanging out under my easel, in my studio, while I was painting.


As for my book...it took a back seat again. The good news is I am almost finished with the illustrations. My partner in illustrating did his job and I am adding the final touches. I can see the light at the end of the tunnel with this project. (Deep breath, big sigh)

Please come back and join me on my journey. My hope is to keep this blog current.