You Rock....

Good morning!

It's a busy day around here, but I wanted to quickly post the card I made for Chris for Valentine's Day this year. I'm sure I've said it before but just in case you missed it, I LOVE VALENTINE'S DAY!

Have a good day!

Happy Valentine's Day!

Good morning everyone!

A few weeks ago I went to a class given by a special friend and we made a bunch of love themed projects....a scrapbook page, a treat box, two cards and a sweet little "mailbox"!

It took me some time to figure out which picture to put on my page and I finally decided on the one you see below....

Chris and Melissa July 1993

Chris and I met when we were paired up to walk down the isle together in a wedding. It seemed fitting to use that particular picture on the scrapbook page and to post it on Valentine's Day! :)

Thanks again to Shana for hosting such an awesome class....I'm looking forward to many, many more!

A Summer Challenge.....

Good morning everyone!

I'm excited to announce that I will be participating in a summer challenge from today until August 9th dedicated to being the kind of wife that my husband needs. Courtney from Women Living Well posted the schedule on her blog this morning and it looks like this....

June 7 - announce to your readers you are participating by posting the button on your site and leaving your link below. Optional: Embed the HTML from this video in your blog post!

June 14 – Post Pictures from your dating days (or tell us all about it!). Think about one thing you used to do or have as a couple that you have lost in the shuffle of life. How can you regain it?

June 21 - Remember Your Vows - post pictures of your wedding day. We will review the sacredness of this day.

June 28 - Ask your husband every morning how you can pray for him that day. Bonus: Fast and pray for him one day this week.

July 5 - Admire Your Husband. Write this post and then show it to him! He will smile!

July 12 - Make a list of 5 things you currently do and ask him to prioritize them for you of what is important to him. For example - a clean home, home cooked dinner, coupon clipping, service at church, having friends over for dinner, watching/doing sports with him, etc.

July 19 - Make him a priority. Ask him what his favorite dinner, dessert and drink are. Be sure to serve him all three one night this week. Bonus: cook his favorite dishes all week long!

July 26 - Support his vision. Discuss his vision for your family. Where does he see your family in 1 year, 5 years, and 10 years. Share with us how you let your husband lead.

August 2 - R-E-S-P-E-C-T! No complaining, criticizing, rolling your eyes, nagging, or giving him any friction this week. Enjoy a week of peace in your home!

August 9 - Kiss Him Like You Mean It (and be sure the door is locked!)

The beauty of this kind of challenge is that all of the things on the schedule above are universal. Courtney points out that all marriages look different because we are different people and I've found that to be true after 16 years of marriage. I encourage you to take on the challenge of being the kind of wife that your husband needs and would love to hear if you decide to join in as well!

Many Blessings,
Melissa

16 Years......

It's our special day today....has it really been 16 years?

I never could have imagined the all changes we've seen both in each other and in the world around us since that day. And I'd do it all over again. I'll leave you with our wedding song....

Many Blessings,
M.

I Swear
By: John Michael Montgomery

Prayers.....

Image from Susan Rios

I found this list somewhere on the internet and have wanted to share it with you for some time now. These are specific to my husband but they could certainly be adjusted for other loved ones in your own family or circle of friends.....

Prayers for Chris

*Protect him physically and mentally as he goes into the world each day.
*Make him a man of integrity.
*Infuse him with wisdom.
*Shower him with success.
*Put a generous spirit within him.
*Fill him with joy.
*Surround him with godly men.
*Shape him into the strong, godly leader of your home.
*Give him eyes that look to God, as a servant looks to his master.
*Fill him with an ever-deepening love for you!

I believe in the power of prayer. Do you?

Have a good day!

Many Blessings,
M.

So Very Blessed.....

Good morning everyone!

As I reflect on our special day yesterday, I can't help but feel blessed. It's not because of the sweet and thoughtful gifts my husband gave me (although I appreciate them greatly), but more so because of the people in my life. We spent the afternoon with special friends, ate awesome PW food and ended the evening with Fireproof.

Isn't that what love is really all about? No matter your situation.....married, single, divorced, widowed......open your hearts and celebrate the relationships you have!

"And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." 1 Cor. 13:13

Many Blessings,
M.

Love.....

Valentine Card for Chris 2010

I love this time of year.....maybe it's because I'm a pink lover, or maybe it's because I think celebrating the love you have for the people in your life is a great reminder of blessings bestowed upon each of us. Whatever the reason may be, I encourage you to tell someone that you love how much you care about them today! Have a fantastic weekend!

Many Blessings,
M.