Jackson's Double Chin

Jackson my newest grandson is 17 days old today. He is a peaceful, happy baby who is already much adored by his parents. Yesterday was his first day of church and he remained peaceful throughout the service. His Mommy, my beautiful daughter-in-law, Sarah Burns, is a very relaxed first time mother. She is calm with him and he already looks into her eyes with that look of knowing love that only a newborn can give his Mommy. He is getting a double chin. As adults we don't often celebrate double chins, but in sweet smelling babies, we love to see the folds of health emerge on the baby's body. He will be fair haired and it is too soon to tell what color is eyes will turn. As his grandmother, I know this to be true, he will always be treasured and adored by his family. He is one of God's greates miracles and while he may not serve as Gideon did in the Old Testament, he will know Jesus. That is my heart's desire and Jesus says, "Lest we come as little chilfren. We will not inherit the kingdom of God."

Napping with Elijah

Elijah is three and currently he spends most weekends at Grandma and Grandpa's house. Today he wanted to take his nap on Grandma's lap while Grandma tried to watch the last of the Elite Eight NCAA Men's Basketball tournament. While Elijah dozed, I couldn't help but offer up a little prayer for this precious little one. How will he grow, Lord? Will he seek you, Lord? His skin is so fair and so perfect. He is so full of life? Oh how I wish I could protect him from all that the world holds. He runs fast and he plays hard and perhaps even one day he will play basketball. My prayer for him today Lord is to breathe who you are into his life. I will come along side him and love him and tell how about you at every opportunity. Today we sang songs of praise to you. He loves to sing and he loves your music, Lord. Thank you for giving him, even at three, the gift of song and a soaring spirit.

This is the first day of my blog. As I learn more I will say more. God has blessed me with seven grandchildren. This blog will be a reflection of what it means to serve God as a grandmother with a heart for His precious children. This blog won't be profound. It will only be honest and inspired by scripture and the Holy Spirit. There will be times when life is not understood and cries to God for guidance. If you too love serving God as a grandmother you may want to come along in the journey. God teaches us many things and He speaks to us every day. Grandchildren teach us how to listen to the voice of God.