Moments like these just melt my heart. My two favorite boys snuggling together before bed time!
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Sweet Moments
11/26/13 •
Hope in god, Not your bank account
"Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.” (1 Timothy 6:17NIV)
The only thing in all of creation that worries is human beings. Plants don't worry. Animals don't worry. Only human beings act as if we don't have a heavenly Father. When you worry about your finances, you're basically saying, "I think God is a liar. I don't really think he will meet my needs.” But God will, if you meet the conditions.
When I was a kid, I'd go to my dad and say, "Dad, I need some money.” Not once when I was growing up did I ever wonder, "Where is he going to get it?” It's kind of an unwritten rule: Dads make it, and kids spend it. Kids never wonder, “Where is my dad going to get this money?” I never worried about it.
Worry is really a form of atheism. Every time you worry, you're basically saying, "I don't believe there's a God who is going to take care of me.” If you're a Christian and you worry, you're acting like an orphan. You're acting like you don't have a heavenly Father who has already promised over and over again in Scripture, "I will meet your needs if you will obey me and do what I tell you to do.” Trust forces you to live by faith.
Worry is a warning light. Every time you worry about your finances, it's a warning that you doubt that God loves you and will take care of you. We always get into trouble when we doubt God's love. Always.
Matthew 6:33 says, “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need” (NLT).
As long as you love anything more than God, that thing is going to be a source of anxiety. There was one thing meant for first place in your life, and it's not your family. Anything you put first in your life besides God will create anxiety, because that thing can always be lost.
Your bank account is not your security, no matter how big it gets. The Bible says in 1 Timothy 6:17,
"Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment” (NIV).
Put your hope in God, because he will assume responsibility for your needs if you'll trust him.
The only thing in all of creation that worries is human beings. Plants don't worry. Animals don't worry. Only human beings act as if we don't have a heavenly Father. When you worry about your finances, you're basically saying, "I think God is a liar. I don't really think he will meet my needs.” But God will, if you meet the conditions.
When I was a kid, I'd go to my dad and say, "Dad, I need some money.” Not once when I was growing up did I ever wonder, "Where is he going to get it?” It's kind of an unwritten rule: Dads make it, and kids spend it. Kids never wonder, “Where is my dad going to get this money?” I never worried about it.
Worry is really a form of atheism. Every time you worry, you're basically saying, "I don't believe there's a God who is going to take care of me.” If you're a Christian and you worry, you're acting like an orphan. You're acting like you don't have a heavenly Father who has already promised over and over again in Scripture, "I will meet your needs if you will obey me and do what I tell you to do.” Trust forces you to live by faith.
Worry is a warning light. Every time you worry about your finances, it's a warning that you doubt that God loves you and will take care of you. We always get into trouble when we doubt God's love. Always.
Matthew 6:33 says, “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need” (NLT).
As long as you love anything more than God, that thing is going to be a source of anxiety. There was one thing meant for first place in your life, and it's not your family. Anything you put first in your life besides God will create anxiety, because that thing can always be lost.
Your bank account is not your security, no matter how big it gets. The Bible says in 1 Timothy 6:17,
"Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment” (NIV).
Put your hope in God, because he will assume responsibility for your needs if you'll trust him.
11/22/13 •
The other night when we were out to dinner, I took my phone out to take a picture of Dylan and this time I said "Cheese" and Dylan could not stop smiling. Greg and I were laughing so hard and it was the cutest thing in the world. The pictures explain it all!
11/18/13 •
I cannot believe my little Dylan is almost 17 months. Where does the time go? This little boy has been growing like a weed these days. The last couple of weeks he has become a whole different little boy. Dylan is now crawling and I mean crawling. He is everywhere! He loves to pull himself up on everything. His eating is doing awesome and he is now wanting to feed himself. The past few weeks have been a tough one as all 4 of his molars are coming in. He has been really fussy with lots of drewl that come along with the teething.
Dylan is in about 4 hours of therapy a week now. He has Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and our in home therapist that comes once a week. Dylan is doing awesome! Starting January 2014 Dylan will be starting a program at a preschool near our house once a week. It is a Pre-K class that will prepare him for school and will help make his transition a lot easier. This program is a parent participation so I will get to join him every Tuesday. I am really excited about it. It will be great to meet other parents and for Dylan to interact with other kids. Greg and I are both looking forward to this as it will be a great class for Dylan.
We still have our beautiful and wonderful nanny Brittany 3 days a week. Dylan loves her very much! We are very lucky that God brought her into our lives.
Dylan is truly the happiest baby ever! He never cries, but these days he does not like to be told what to do. He is very independent and is very determined to do his own thing. I am very excited about Christmas this year. I think he will enjoy the presents and all the Christmas decorations.
Dylan is in about 4 hours of therapy a week now. He has Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and our in home therapist that comes once a week. Dylan is doing awesome! Starting January 2014 Dylan will be starting a program at a preschool near our house once a week. It is a Pre-K class that will prepare him for school and will help make his transition a lot easier. This program is a parent participation so I will get to join him every Tuesday. I am really excited about it. It will be great to meet other parents and for Dylan to interact with other kids. Greg and I are both looking forward to this as it will be a great class for Dylan.
We still have our beautiful and wonderful nanny Brittany 3 days a week. Dylan loves her very much! We are very lucky that God brought her into our lives.
Dylan is truly the happiest baby ever! He never cries, but these days he does not like to be told what to do. He is very independent and is very determined to do his own thing. I am very excited about Christmas this year. I think he will enjoy the presents and all the Christmas decorations.
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Thanksgiving # 1
Well the holidays have officially started in the Lopez house! Yesterday we celebrated our first Thanksgiving dinner with my Dad, Step Mom, Step Sister, Grandma and my Sister and her family as they will all be in Oregon at my aunt's house for the Thanksgiving holiday. We are sad that we will not be able to make it, but we will be there in spirit.
We spent the day playing with the kids in the back yard, eating and drinking. I LOVE spending time with my family. We always have so much fun! Dad and Cathy thank you again for a wonderful dinner and special day.
We spent the day playing with the kids in the back yard, eating and drinking. I LOVE spending time with my family. We always have so much fun! Dad and Cathy thank you again for a wonderful dinner and special day.
Brittany & Jimmy Married
This past Saturday our amazing, beautiful and sweet nanny Brittany married her best friend and love of her life Jimmy. These two are so wonderful and we are so excited that God put them in each other's lives.
There wedding took place in Encinitas at the Botanical Gardens. It was such a beautiful day and so glad we got to be apart of this speacial day!
There wedding took place in Encinitas at the Botanical Gardens. It was such a beautiful day and so glad we got to be apart of this speacial day!
11/13/13 •
This is a little late, but this video brings so much joy to my life! Dylan's first time on a swing and his expression made my heart melt with a little bit of tears. The little things in life!
11/12/13 •
Today I am thankful! Almost 1 year ago tomorrow are little Dylan under went open heart surgery to fix that little heart of his. As I rocked him to sleep tonight tears ran down my face thinking about how hard it was seeing him go through that and that I wish it was me. Then tears of joy came over me knowing that he is here and that little heart of his is beating harder then ever!! This little boy is the strongest little man I know and has taught me that love can conquer all, that god made everyone unique in there own way and that life is to short to sweat the small stuff! Dylan your dad and I love you to the moon and back and are so proud of you. You truly are and Angel from above! Happy 1 year Heart Surgery
Happy Anniversary
Happy 3 year Anniversary to my love, my soul mate and best friend! Thank you for always being by my side and loving me always. Thank you for loving our son unconditionally and being the best daddy in the whole world. Saying I do to you was truly the best day of my life! I can't wait to grow old with you and have many more babies!
Way To Go Greg
Well the day has finally come that Mr. Greg Lopez has finally passed his series 65 test!!
When Greg started his job about 2 years ago he was told as apart of his job that he needed to pass the series 65 test in order to be a financial advisor (legally). This liscense enables him to now be a financial advisor. He has been studying his butt off for nearly the past 15 months and after 3 times of taking it he has finally passed! Greg we are so proud of you and all the hard work you have put into this. You truly deserve every bit of this celebration!
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When Greg started his job about 2 years ago he was told as apart of his job that he needed to pass the series 65 test in order to be a financial advisor (legally). This liscense enables him to now be a financial advisor. He has been studying his butt off for nearly the past 15 months and after 3 times of taking it he has finally passed! Greg we are so proud of you and all the hard work you have put into this. You truly deserve every bit of this celebration!
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Happy 6th Birthday Chloe
Where does the time go? I cannot believe our niece Chloe turned 6 this month. She has grown to be the most sweetest loving little girl. Chloe we love you so much! We had so much celebrating with our family and Chloe's friends at the trampoline place. Happy Birthday sweet girl!
Halloween
I was so excited this year to dress Dylan up since it was kind of like his first Halloween. Last year we were preparing Dylan for his open hear surgery. So this year was a little less stressful. As usual we went to my sister's and got to see all the kids in there costumes's and had dinner and spent time with the family. We had so much fun!
