Mama's Day & "Coronation" Day

This past weekend was hands down one of the best. We had some family in town for the boys "dedication" at our church (hence the coronation in title). They thought it was hilarious. It was. My mom and mike came in Sunday morning, and J's parents came Saturday morning! Uncle Aaron and Nathan also came Sunday along with our sweet friends and their two girls! It felt surreal. Having some of the most precious people in our lives all together to celebrate God! What could be better?!? 

Saturday my MIL & I went to a little bookstore to see a local musician play who she hadn't seen in over 30 years!! I truly cherish those moments with her. I see her more than I do my mom, so it's so great that God gave me a MIL that i can do fun things with. I never imagined, although I was definately hoping for a strong relationship with my in laws. Most definately having a relationship with Glenn has been beyond epic. I don't have a father in my life. God surely placed J in my life for more than the purpose of a husband. He is letting me have a father. Because I'll tell you something, I don't miss the type of person he is, bit I do seriously ache for a father to point me in a direction and pick on me. And hug me like only a man can. Our God always provides doesn't he. Shoot, when we got married I just prayed to get along. That's all I wanted. Blessed beyond measure. Having faith in The Lord has kept me alive. And to see the fruit of this faithfulness is...well I'll never take them for granted. 

Don't get me wrong though, I have an amazing mama. She and I have been through the ringer a time or two. She is my confidant. She is my mom and dad all rolled into one. She deserves the world. I am so so proud of her. Sounds crazy right? The daughter saying this??? But you guys, we haven't had an easy life. She has had it not so easy. But after years and years of struggle she now owns her first home, is almost completely debt free & is the proud owner of an iPhone! For real. :) mom, I love you. 

This past weekend was more than I imagined, we grilled out with our lives ones, and prayed together over our two beautiful precious boys. This was our prayer verse:

{Cayden and mason, The Lord said, "I will rescue those who love me. I will protect those who trust in my name. When they call on me I will answer; I will be with them in trouble. I will rescue and honor them. I will reward them with a long life and give them my salvation." Psalm 91:14-16}

For us, this sums up what we want for our boys. We want them protected against evil and just the world in general. We want to teach them to lean on and rely on God with every need big and small. And to know they will be rewarded with life after death. And also to feel rewarded in this life, when we are obedient and pray and try to live our life FOR Christ-not just at church but everyday...he will bless our lives. More things in a positive way have happened in our lives since J and I have really been putting forth the effort to live how Jesus wants us to and by showing his love through us, has been remarkable.

Almost forgot about this little gem. My date and I at our most favorite steak and shake (blah) after running some errands.

I love when they put their hands in their pockets. Cutest. 

A shot our friend got! How cool!!!!

Standing on stage. Bright lights everywhere. 

We want to be FUN Jesus freaks! Haha 

They are sitting together and the cake didn't get pounded by little shoes. I was happy.

Look at this! Everyone is smiling and looking! Epic.

Thank you to everyone who prayed for us. And thank you to everyone who is on this journey with us. We hope to glorify God in every way we can. One day at a time.