We Are All Angels

The last few weeks have been in short...hectic. My pregnant self is finding that life is quiet a bit more challenging than before. After trying to start my car with velcro strips instead of keys, or locking myself out of our house without either sets of keys, or pour water into a rice cooker without the pot insert,  I'm realizing that those pregnancy hormones are making themselves at home and stealing away my brain cells little by little. After the last two days I'm scared of myself...who knows what silly, brainless, terrifying thing I am going to accomplish next. I feel bad for my husband.

The last few days in particular have been probably the worst days I've had in a long time. When things seemed to be as bad as they could be, they just got worse. That's how it worked. In tears and totally completely overwhelmed and shocked at the impossibly worst degree of forgetfulness I've ever experienced in my entire life, still God puts angels in my path and the horrible, terrible no good day gets a little better. For a moment things seem a little brighter as sympathetic kindness moves me to tears in spite of the momentary drama.

Long story short (because trust me, you do not have time to hear the whole story, besides I'm pretty sure it would be a terribly boring narration), God reminded me through several people over the last two days, that a smile can go a very, very long way in encouraging some stranger or friend or sister. My sister was such an incredible blessing yesterday, despite a set back, her gracious and willing help made a very overwhelming frustrating shopping trip possible and her quiet gentle heart filled me with such peace and encouragement. Then at Wegmans (the best grocery store ever) an elderly gentleman was all the difference with his smiles and patient understanding as our checkout took...forever and ever.

I was reminded that no matter what we are going through or what we are doing, we all have the ability to be angels. Smiles really do make a difference. Undeserved kindness calms even the wildest storms. The way we look, treat and serve our families, friends, neighbors and strangers has such a great impact.

As I was venting to my husband after he got home from work, what originally were tears of frustration turned to tears of thankfulness as I shared with him the moments from my day that made it all the easier to bear. I want my smiles to be intentional. I want to have a servants heart like Christ, that no matter what I am going through at the time, I can still pour into the lives of the people around me...I never know when I may be an angel of kindness or that light of Christ that gets someone through the day.

Thank you Sister, Old Man at Wegmans, Guy who let my pass on the road, Husband who listened to me cry, and Friend who came and gave me tenderhearted company. You were my angels of kindness and God reminded me of His tender love through you.


On another note, we love our new home, our new kittens, and are falling more and more in love with the child running around wrecking havoc and the bump continuing to grow steadfastly on my abdomen...and each other and God. I will post pictures of our new place later for you!


With an Earnest Love,
Leah


Meet Aidan and Gwen our little kittens

(For some reason Aidan loves Charlotte and will
let her do pretty much anything to him without
complaint. We are so thankful to have such a
forgiving kitten and Charlie to have such a fun play
mate)

One Word. Amber

It's Monday again. The first Monday of March to be exact. I know it's two months past when I attempted to start my Monday Posts for you, but I am finally getting my butt in gear.... Maybe not entirely...but mostly...trying. 

I'm human.

This week, I really want to share with you this amazing product that has saved us so much pain and tears! Charlotte has had a most terrible bout with teething. With tears and many a sleepless night, I started searching the internet for some relief for the baby.

One word. Amber.

I didn't even know what amber was until a sweet mom shared how it was helping her little girl with her breaking teeth. I vaguely remember seeing babies with stone like necklaces throughout my nannying life, and I always thought it was a little odd to have one on a baby. After learning more about amber, I get it...and I might have become one of those crazy mom's who get on the band wagon for natural remedies for kids.

 Amber necklaces are an old healing remedy that is still widely practiced throughout Europe today. Amber is a fossilized resin that once warmed against the skin releases a natural pain reliever that is absorbed directly into the blood stream. Powerful and safe, amber has been used for centuries across the world for children and adults alike. It has amazing healing benefits that help with things like arthritis, anxiety, chronic illnesses, respiratory, circulatory, and teething pain. Some people claim it can help with kidney and bladder problems as well. As long as some part of the jewelry is touching your skin consistently the oils are being absorbed in your body.

I was a little skeptical at first. I mean...really? Despite my doubt, out of desperation I bought one for Charlotte.

It's only been two days, but the dramatic difference in Charlie has me convinced. I am a believer. My once miserable, sleep deprived and uncomfortable toddler is now running around happy and energize. For the first time since she was born she has slept through the night two night in a row, and her drooling as completely stopped. We have only had to give her infant Motrin twice in the last two days, instead of days of counting the minutes before we could give her the next dose.

Mamma's if you have never heard of amber necklaces for your babies, I encourage you to look into it and do some research! I got Charlie's necklace of amazon for $16 which you can find here --> Amber Necklace


With an Earnest Love,
Leah