an unsung hero

Wow, so it's been a while since my last post. I guess I've been preoccupied with my other blog, Authentic Beauty. So what brings me here tonight? Well, I felt like talking about a subject a little more close to home.

In watching An Old Fashioned Thanksgiving, a movie based on a short story by Louisa May Alcott, beloved author of one of my favorite books, Little Woman, I felt a stir that has been laying dormant for the past year or so. That is the desire to have a family. What a sweet desire. I've greatly admired girls whose chief ambition is to be a wife and homemaker.

It's not a glamorous job by any means, doesn't pay very well, and often doesn't prompt praise from onlookers. It's definitely one of the most unappreciated jobs a woman could have... in the eyes of the world, that is. But to her children, I know it is different. To them, there are no more important people than their parents. And I love the idea of being available to serve in the community and church. The truly noble woman of old often helped the less fortunate families about them by visiting, sometimes with food and to give aid. In that way, they made a huge difference in those people's lives and I'm sure were not forgotten for their kindness.

Willing to be plain and out of sight. Willing to serve the forgotten. Where are our noble woman today? I know they are out there. They may not get praise or limelight, but they are making a lasting impression.

-Abby

The Hiding Place

I've been reading Corrie Ten Boom's, The Hiding Place. It's a real account of an unforgettable and faith strengthening experience. Under the cloak of an old clock shop, Corrie Ten Boom and her family served in the underground effort to protect the Jews during Holland's invasion and overtaking by the Nazis.

Here is an interview of Corrie Ten Boom that has encouraged me!

-Abby

my story: playhouses, face wash, and airplane tickets

When I was a little girl, I wanted a playhouse so badly. So I would pray every night and then every morning I would get up and look out my window to see if it was outside. I did this over and over, and then one day I stopped looking. And, if I can remember correctly, it was that day when my mom told me to go look outside, and there it was! I don't remember asking my parents for one, so I knew it was an answer to prayer!

Another time, when I was in my teenage years, my family was going through a transitional time and so we were really low on funds. I was running out of face wash and didn't have the ability to buy more. While staying with my aunt and uncle for a time, my aunt one day said, "This is for you." And handed me an unopened box of Proactiv! I had always wanted to try that brand! And I had never mentioned to her that I was coming to the end of my own supply of face wash. I knew this was also from my Lord!

When my family moved away overseas as missionaries, I remained behind for a year to do an internship with a wonderful ministry. When it was time for me to join my folks, we personally did not have the finances for my ticket. It was only by the grace of God was such generosity shown to me through His people, and I had more than enough!

I have so many other stories to share of how God has blessed me beyond what I could ever begin to deserve or think. These are just a few of my favorites because they let me know how God not only takes care of the things we need, but even the little things that we want sometimes. In these instances, it was Him saying, "I love you and I care... even about that." God is so good. :)

faith like potatoes?

I'll be the first to admit that I found this title to be a little odd, and had someone not suggested the movie to me, I probably would have left it on the shelf of our local Blockbusters. I am so glad that I did hear about it and rented it, though. It was a blessing to me and my family as we watched it together, and I think it would be a blessing to you, too!



With Love,

Abigail

what is life without love?

a waste.

when you're fresh out of "want to"

With all of these little projects that I've been posting about, the common challenge that I keep facing is doing everything with excellence. Yes this has indeed been a challenge, because frankly, I sometimes have to do things that I don't want or feel like doing, and therefore lack inspiration or the motivation (both are fuel for getting the task done and getting it done well). And sometimes, what I have to do doesn't seem that important. Ah, but that attitude has no ground, and is blown away by Colossians 3:23, "And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not to men;." Word.

You know, when I have spent a day pushing forward and doing my best, I find that I sleep better at night (it's much more sound and contented). Of course, being truly tired from all that work helps in falling asleep faster, too. ;-)


-Abby

new challenge

Today I'm helping my dad by writing up a business proposal and I have no idea where to start! Let's see if the google wizard can come to my aid once again: tada! And so it has: How to Write a Bussiness Proposal, and I've got backup here and here. Very nice.

I'll let you know how this one goes!


With Love,

Abigail


**Update:

Hooray! That's done. =)