Skipping Church and Rocks...

Because I am training for a marathon, our Saturdays are cut short. I leave for a run around 9 or 10, come home and then have an ice bath and then shower...so it takes up about 4 hours of our day.
So that leaves Sunday for us to do something together as a family. Today I decided I wanted to make a real breakfast and then I wanted to take the kids on a river walk. I made breakfast -whole wheat french toast with blueberries, walnuts and maple syrup. Coffee (2 cups, thank you very much :)) and orange juice. Then we took off to meet some friends at Sutter's Landing. It was a beautiful, perfect day. Our kids threw rocks, jumped in puddles, chased trains and dodged rabbit chasing dogs. I wrestled with the idea of  skipping church, because I do believe that worship centers me for upcoming week.
But after moments like these...

I am centered. Refreshed. Connected to the Lord and my family. I hope you all (my 6 consistent readers, to whom I appreciate...but would love some comments XO) have a blessed week.

Today was a GOOD Day!

My days have been long and at times difficult since our family tragedy (I am working on a post to fill you all in). I don't go many places or see many people other than those I am very, very close to. Yet, today felt normal...maybe the new normal. I woke up slow, thanks to my super, awesome husband who stayed late to take the kids to school. I baked today, too.  Dominic played in flour, salt and sugar and got ridiculously messy. The rain was beautiful and when the sun peeked out, I ran outside to see if I could see a rainbow...none today...but it was still fun looking. I got a call from a dear friend who invited me and the kids to go bowling. We had a great, fun time all three of my kids, whom all love bowling. I made dinner and left to the gym and worked it out there. I was happy today, I felt Joy all day. It's been the first time in a long time.
I, attribute this to the positive, healthy decisions I have made only within the last week. I decided I wanted peace and Joy again and  I went back to Church and joined a bible study group with one my best friends. Positive decisions = positive results. I hope you all had a beautiful day. I'd love to hear about your favorite moments, if you'd like to share.

Here's what I baked.

The recipe is  from Broke Ass Gourmet's blog. Try them, they are fabulous!