I even wish everyone could try and do homework with them and realize it's an impossible task.
And then spend the rest of the night in laughter.
Meet two of my favorite people on earth. They are the best of the best. I wish everyone could know them. I even wish everyone could try and do homework with them and realize it's an impossible task. And then spend the rest of the night in laughter. I'm not sure what I'd do without them.
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Let me preface with this: my dad is the greatest singing partner of all time. He would say the same of his own mother- they used to sing together quite almost every day. Since then, he and I have taken the reigns, and singing with my dad is one of my favorite ways to spend my time. A few years ago, we started posting song every Christmas, just because singing at Christmas is so joyful, and Christmas is a great time to spread joy (although I suppose all the time is a great time to spread joy, right? anyways). Since then we've done some Easter songs, or we just sing whatever song is on our hearts or minds. Lately we've been messing around on the guitar, singing whatever songs fit the chords, and one day my dad started singing some Beatles. The end result was I've Just Seen a Face, one of my and his personal favorites. So... check it out, sing along, whatever your heart desires! Disclaimer: These videos of us singing aren't recorded for personal gain, for a large number of views, or to join the popular movement of youtube singers. We simply find joy in singing together. We do this so that we can have these moments of joy recorded, and that others may share in our joy. So be joyful today, friends! PS: This was filmed by my wonderful and beautiful mother. She rocks. Hello friends! Today is a small, but special little day to me, meaning that it marks a whole month that I've been with that cute guy in the picture above. His name is Adam, and he's quite a blessing. Here's why: he is a great steering wheel drummer his gifts are small in the best way he remembers more about people than anyone I know he is willing to serve, always his heart is gentle and teaches me to be more gentle he bought me a stinkin' plant he loves rain almost as much as i do. (almost.) he also loves Duluth and the northwoods he teaches me about how God is big and yet pursues us deeply he loves Jenna and Coral a lot he also loves Ryan Reisner a lot he is quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry his parents are his favorite people he's darn punny he dances with me, though I know he hates it he loves hymns, and the Oh Hello's, and Sleeping at Last he let me acknowledge my fears, but not remain in them he loves the stars and the one who created them What's neat about that list of things is that they do not bless me only, but all people Adam comes in contact with. At first I was wary and not so quick to write this post, primarily because I am afraid of public attention concerning my private life. But then I realized that Adam is not mine to keep for myself, and the world (or the small number of people that read this blog) deserves to know him also. This past month has been one of incredible growth, as I learn what it looks like to cast out fear with the perfect love of my God, as well as trust that he brings us blessings to bless us. If there is one thing I have learned, it is the truth that God is constant, pursuing us in all places at all times, the same yesterday and today and forever. He knows what and who we need at the time that we need it. And I find that incredibly beautiful.
So today, I am thanking God for Adam and the way that his life blesses other peoples'. These are 5 of my 6 nieces and nephews.. today I am missing them so stinkin' much! I wish this sign said, "Hi Aunt Holland!" My goodness, look at them. So much love. I wonder if this is how Jesus feels when he looks at his children.
Over the weekend I..
watched the hobbit for the 3rd time saw Amy and Abby ate birthday cupcakes got silly with my entire family grew in love for my sister got free starbucks listened to my nephew speak in "minion" slept in my own bed laughed with Keagan and Avery ate more cupcakes went to the bakery with mumsie did laundry for free. holla. This past week my mom celebrate her 60th birthday.. to celebrate her life I interviewed all 6 of my nieces and nephews and asked them to share why they love her. So give it a watch if you wish... I promise it will bring you a smile! Their hearts are pure as gold. Love from The Littles from Holland Kabat on Vimeo. At the Kabat household, the primary ingredient for Christmas is fudge. Yesterday, mom taught me how to make it myself. Lemme tell ya, it's a labor of love, and my arms were sore when it was over, but darn does it taste good! we finished that batch up, and cleaned up our mess. and then it was my turn. uh oh. aaaannnd, voilà! there ya have it, friends. Christmas fudge. it really is the best thing you could ever eat.
<<- This is Abby. She is lovely, and I have had the great pleasure of getting to know her and being able to call her one of my closest friends. We have funny jokes and like to say "perfecto!" and spill blueberry smoothies together. Her heart is full of love for others, and she does it really well. She radiates excitement, and she makes me feel light inside. She's not afraid to do what she thinks is right. In fact, I don't think she's afraid of much.
Tomorrow, Abby is going on an adventure. She is making the trek over to the land of Colombia for quite a few months, to speak Spanish with real Spanish speaking people, and to love on children, and to serve Jesus. I've been able to be around her while she describes her excitement for going, and her joy in going back to a place she loves. It's really neat, I think, to be able to watch someone have their heart filled. And while I wont be able to be with her on this amazing adventure, I know that I will be able to watch her grow in love, have her heart filled to overflowing. Because that's what Jesus does for his children. He knows the desires of our hearts (woah, what? that's so cool.) and he wants us to glorify him by living out those desires. He has given Abby a beautiful heart for serving him in Spanish speaking countries, working with children and teaching them English. He has given her a natural gift for communicating with others and loving them for who they are. And above all, he has filled Abby with a joy that is overflowing and that will flow out to bless others. I just think that's really neat. And so, off she goes. Off to find out more about this world, more about the beauty of exploration and life, and more about the freedom that comes from living a life pursing her Creator. I love this girl. And though I'll miss her (like crazy), I think what's infinitely more important will hearing her stories. Listening to her tell me and others about how Jesus is transforming her heart. Because it is evident that He's got big plans for her and her bold, brave, seeking, adventuring, fearless, beautiful, true heart. Te amo, Abby. |