New Life...

Some times, God has us slow down. He has us at a place where we can stop and think. Today's been that day for me. I picked this picture because it really goes with what's been on my mind. This plant (in my flower bed) before blooming, looked much like a weed. Just kind of there. But when it bloomed, it was vibrant and beautiful. Some times, I think people are that way. You look at them and you think "how could God ever use them? what would be the plan for them? Why would he ask us to minister to that person?" But what we don't see... with a little bit of care and a little bit of nurture, what's inside is breath taking and gorgeous. I think of Isaiah 61. It's the call on our lives (Jeff & I). I fumble some times on the call and I think we are crazy... but it's true. It's where we are. In Isaiah 61, you read about a call. A call to reach the unloved, the poor, the broken of heart... The ones that most don't see any worth in. In vs. 4... I'm always caught with this "They will rebuild the ancient ruins and restore the places long devastated." yep, the ones that most look at as a weed, God has a plan for. May I always remember when I look at some one, much like this flower... it may look like a weed, but inside... there could be something amazing just waiting to be nurtured and bloomed into something beautiful!

We have a new family member!!!

Our Neice and Nephew (Steven & Kristyn) had there sweet baby last night at 11:19 a.m. She weighed 6 lbs. 6 oz. and was 20 3/4 inches long. We can't wait to go in and love on her today. Joey woke up this morning crying "I don't want to be home! I want to see the baby!" The kids are so excited for a new little one! :) They love their babies! That's for sure!!! At this point, we still know her as Baby Pfohl. Mommy and daddy are leaning towards a name, but no decisions yet that I know of! We love you sweet baby Pfohl!!!

The Pfohl happenings...

Sissy's Zinnia's have made it from the little cups in the house to the ground around our front tree!
We adopted Keym's fishies Kitty & Fido before they moved to California.

Joey's Morning glories have made their way to the fence line out back.

Sisters proud flower pot out front! We love spring at the pfohl house!

Hanging in the bean bag church in the ffc youth room. :) The kids think it's AWESOME!

Spring flowers 2...

We are continuing to watch out little flowers grow!!! They are starting to really come up now! The kids are so excited that they can hardly stand it!!!! Cracks me up! We will continue to post as they grow!!!

We had some time outside yesterday. The kids AND the dog are lovin this weather!!! It's perfect! I wish this could be the year round temperature!!!! It's been lots of fun to get to be out of the house again!!!! They are sitting on the sand box in this picture... umm... I'm not sure this the proper use! Ha! :)

Spring flowers!!!

whelp, the kids and I have started getting read for spring! Joey has planted cantaloupe in his pot, Abby has planted Egg plant in hers. The big pots have Chinese lanterns in them for mommy and then the little cups have Morning glories for Joey (They are blue of course!) and sisters have Zinnias. They can't wait to watch them grow and then plant them outside.

New Additions...

meet Buddy! The kids named him and we fell in love right away! He's our newest family member! We adopted him today. He is a 9 month old beagle/dauchsand mix. He is snuggly and so lovelable!!! Welcome home little guy! :)

Life changing...

Working in the pantry is life changing. Jeff and I have always felt God has called us to love what most consider the unlovable. Isaiah 61:1 has always been a verse of passion for me. "The Spririt of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to preach good news to the poor." The folks coming into the pantry need GOOD NEWS! The Good news is... God loves them just like He loves every single person of any race, any gender, and any social status.

Jeff was at the pantry today. A gentleman came in early with his wife and asked Jeff if he could speak with him. While talking, he asked Jeff if the people of our church were loving. As the story unfolded, he doesn't have nice clothes, he doesn't have acceptance and has been hurt by those in the church who couldn't love him as he is. He doesn't have a social status that most would consider important. He teared up when Jeff told him he could come to church just like he's dressed and there would be people who would love him. Then... Jeff stood and hugged him... the man broke. No preaching took place. Just talking and a hug... and GOOD NEWS was given! God loves this man equally the same as you and I. We need to love this man equally the same. The Good news is... there is a hope and a future for every single person. Whether they are the poorest or the richest.... the good news is... they are loved by one awesome and amazing God!