Another Year

Wow, I can't believe another year has come and gone. It amazes me how quickly time passes. When I look back on this year so many things have happen. It was a year of ups and downs, joy and pain, heart-warmth and heartache, but through it all. God was and is faithful!

I am going to post some pictures up of this year and I hope you enjoy them.

 

  I had the opportunity to go on a 2 day Kayaking trip down the Susquehanna river and I had a blast. It was so nice to put everything away and just be out on the water with friends.

   I don't want to give all away, but there are some big things coming up the pike for me this year that I am very excited to see what God does with!

  One last thing, to those friends who have left my life and those who have entered into my life. I love you all and thank the Lord for the time I was given, and am given with each of you! I wouldn't trade time with friends and loved ones for the world! So, to my friends and family that read this. Thank you for being a part of my life!

Happy New Year!!!

   Last night, we ushered in the New Year the way I love to! With lots of gun smoke and warm barrels. After all you just have to get the 12 gauge out to announce that we have rolled over to the next year. Jonathan absolutely loved being allowed to stay up with us big guys. Some quick pictures since I was playing with the camera a bit last night.

Truth is Still True

Okay so Lately I have been turning my free-time back to playing and searching for good God-honoring music. I came across this song the other day and it struck me. The simplicity and beauty of the song combined with the powerful lyrics has lead me to share it with you all. I hope you enjoy! Once again please meditate on the words.

What good is a heart livin’ without You, livin’ without You
What good is a song that isn't about You, that isn't about You

So I sing, oh I sing, I sing Your name
Though it seems it’s all in vain
’Cause I know, and I know no matter how I feel
I know Your truth is still true

And what good is the lie that I got it all figured out, I got it all figured out
And oh what good is pretending that I'm not wrecked with doubt
When I'm wrecked with doubt

I sing, oh I sing, I sing Your name
Though it seems it’s all in vain
I know, and I know no matter how I feel
I know Your truth is still

The solid ground I fall on when I'm drowning in my grief
You will not be shaken by my faith or unbelief so I sing

So I sing, oh I sing, I sing Your name
Though it seems it’s all in vain
And I know, I know no matter how I feel
I know Your truth is still true, it is true

And I hid in the darkness, still there I found You, still there I found
There is no kind of song that isn't about You, that isn't about You

Subarus

Okay! Okay! Okay! I am going to confess a weakness here. I LOVE Subarus! They are my favorite car to work on and drive period! One of my friends this week finally sold his car and bought a Subaru WRX. Is it a fast car? YES! Did I get to drive it? YES! Lets just say I almost split my face in half with the smile this car put on it.

Okay, confession over. Yesterday, I went and had a mini photo shoot with this car. So, I thought I would share some pictures. I personally love taking pictures of cars and it gives me time to learn how to shoot better.

The cars are hanging out lol

It Is Not Death To Die

This is an amazing song! I have been working on a piano arrangement for this piece and I thought you all would enjoy listen to the original song. Maybe when I have time to wrap up the arrangement I will post it as well. Take time to read the lyrics and meditate on them as you listen. How awesome will it be to close our eyes and open them to see our great Savior!?!

It is not Death to die, to leave this weary road,
and join the saints who dwell on high,
who’ve found their home with God.
It is not death to close the eyes long dimmed by tears,
and wake in joy before your throne,
delivered from our fears.

O Jesus, conquering the grave,
your precious blood has power to save.
Those who trust in you will in your mercy find
that it is not death to die.

It is not death to fling aside this earthly dust,
and rise with strong and noble wing
to live among the just.
It is not death to hear the key unlock the door
that sets us free from mortal years
to praise forever more.

O Jesus, conquering the grave,
your precious blood has power to save.
Those who trust in you will in your mercy find
that it is not death to die.

Homemade Ice Cream

So, For the past couple of weeks I have had a hankering to have a go at making ice cream! Yes, its still cold here, but that doesn't mean I can't make ice cream!!!!

It turned out AMAZING if I might say so myself! Enjoy the pictures! 

Justin

Pep Talk

You guys need a pep talk and this was so cute I had to share! Enjoy, this kid is so hilarious!