Friday, February 12, 2010

Children








Savannah playing in O'Papa's tub.

































"Don't you see that children are God's best gift? the fruit of the womb his generous legacy? Like a warriors fistful of arrows are the children of a vigorous youth. Oh, how blessed are you parents, with your quivers full of children!" Psalm 127:3-5a The Message

Savannah is our first grandchild. Our heart skips a beat when she says, "Nana....O'Papa." We adore her. God has truly blessed us by bringing her into our lives. We praise HIM and thank HIM for the opportunity and privilege to share life with Savannah. We enjoy seeing all of God's creation through her eyes.

Whether you have children or grandchildren you can still make an impact on a child's life. Children need to see the unconditional love of Christ. Please consider the opportunities GOD has for you.

Enjoying the journey,

Andrea

38 comments:

Denise said...

Amen, children are treasures.

Auntie Cake said...

Hi Andrea,
Your sweet granddaughter looks like she is having the time of her life with that big old tub. Such fun to see the joy that a plain old tub can bring. My sister and I were just talking about how lucky we were to have been brought up in a home that loves Jesus, and is therefore loved back, unconditionally. The greatest gift we can give to others is the knowledge of Christ... We are lucky, aren't we???

Have a wonderful Valentine's weekend,
Kate

He & Me + 3 said...

Andrea,

She is precious and a child does that to you. They just wrap themselves around your heart.
Enjoy every minute with her!
Hugs,
Mimi

Girly Muse said...

She is absolutely a doll. She's blessed to have Godly grandparents like you showing her the love of God.

Kristie said...

She is beautiful! :-)

Children are definitely little blessings from God! :-)

Catherine Anne said...

I am inlove with the tub pics.... They are great and so is the love for children. Oh yes and I had to tell you Sweet Pea is dancing to your blog music!

Deborah Ann said...

Got sumpin' for you at my blog!

Mike Golch said...

we always enjoy when our neices and nephews,would be around.Children were never God's Plans for us.

T said...

Oh the possiblities with that tub and the beautiful background! Your granddaughter is precious! I am so blessed to have three of those wonderful treasures!! Glad to see you enjoying yours!

homeschool101 said...

Amen, They truly are treasures. I am blessed to be able to of had 4 after doctors said I would never have any myself. God blessed me 4 times, more then I ever thought I would be blessed. Lol. Praise God!

What a loving father we have! Have a wonderful day my friend.

Anonymous said...

Very Cute.....I don't have biological children, but many spiritual ones. One day I saw the worship leader's kids dancing before the Lord with freedom during the practice. It blessed me. They are so adorable.

Blessings,
Tammy

Formerly known as Frau said...

What a cutie she is...you are all blessed! Have a wonderful weekend.

karen said...

It's amazing what one single little person can do to ravage our hearts with Love... Just as Jesus ravages our hearts with His Love... so awesome.. just as you long for Jesus to hug you, go and hug your little treasure.. so sweet! You are a blessing to me..

Katia said...

She is a doll! Amen, children need love and lots of it.
Blessings,
Katia

Nel said...

Nothing like those grandchildren. They have us granny's wrapped before we know what hit us!
She is adorable!

until next time... nel

Mary Ellen said...

Blessings indeed!

Mary Ellen

Edie said...

She is so cute! Being a grandma is a great gift and responsibility.

Nancy said...

Savannah is so adorable. She looks so happy. I can tell that you are having a wonderful time being a part of her life. My grandson and I are just strting our time together. Isn't is all glorious?

Tammy said...

She is so cute!

Jackie said...

So precious, Andrea!!!

We're expecting our first grandchild and can't wait to be Nana & O'Papa!!!

Have a blessed weekend and Happy Valentines!

Oh how He Loves You and Me!!

Jackie

Deb said...

Andrea,

You are so right.

Grandchildren are everything.

And that pic of Savannah?

Adorable.

Sweet dreams.

Jackie Castle said...

I've really enjoyed your post. I've passed on an award that I was blessed with. The Prolific Blogger Award. Stop by my blog sometime and see what it's about.
Blessings,
Jackie

Tracy said...

Children really are a blessing from God (even teenagers)!

Debra Kaye said...

She is just precious and yes, children are such a gift!

Saleslady371 said...

Oh, I truly understand the joys you share about Savannah. When I'm not with Susanna, I picture her expressions and my heart goes wild!

casiphia said...

It is neat to see the world through children's eyes and a blessing to see how they see God too. They are a treasure!

Andrea said...

I love being a grandma! And, yes, to watch the world through their eyes is an amazing experience! They make me laugh, cry, and ponder. Love them so much!

Hope you're doing well, Andrea, and still enjoying your snow. It by-passed us today and went south of Huntsville. :(

Much love to you!

Andrea

Christine said...

Oh Yes Andrea!
I agree with you 100%!!

Beth E. said...

Amen, Andrea! Our children grow so fast, it's important that we share our love for the Lord with them.

Today is my youngest son's birthday. As I shared in my post, time has gone by so quickly! It doesn't seem that long ago that we were seeing all of God's creation through our son's eyes!

I enjoyed the pictures of Savannah...she's beautiful!

Loren said...

Savannah is just adorable....She just brings an instant smile to my face!!!!

Our little Rylee has just started saying Papa and it melts our heart....next up NONI! It's coming soon and I cannot wait to hear it....I know I'll cry!

Love you Andrea

Samantha said...

Such lovely pictures, Savannah is just adorable, you are blessed !

Just Be Real said...

Andrea what a blessing! Thank you for sharing such preciousness. Your comments of encouragement on my blog also means so much to me. Thank you.

Nicole said...

She is absolutely adorable! How can you not just love her to death! I hope to live to one day see my own grandchildren. I have a beautiful Goddaughter and she will be turning 6 tomorrow. She is a valentines day baby. Even though my oldest daughter just turned 18, I still have this little one to help raise along with her mother. Yes we can be a blessing to other children!

Janean said...

You made a GREAT point!

Savannah's gorgeous and what fun playing in O'Papa's tub!!!

We have 2 grands: girl and boy, but we've "adopted" grandchildren in our church. They call me Nana, just like our natural grands.

I pray God's blessings on you and the generations which follow!

Wylie @ Shout A Joyful Noise! said...

She is so sweet & you are so blessed!
Wylie

RCUBEs said...

She's so adorable sister! And blessed to have godly grandparents.

Grandma Yellow Hair said...

Andrea your granddaughter is just precious. How cute is this picture of her in the tub....cute to cute
Love
Maggie

Gaia said...

I am working towards being a good mum, maybe one day I can be a great and blessed grandma just like you. Blessings.