Faith's Findings

They say fairy tales aren't real. They say that real love is hard work. They say real life is this: arguing; complaining and just mediocrity. They say love isn't all that and to stay single. They say I will see one day, that I will understand one day; BUT if I'm smart, I won't marry. Well, I say, they obviously haven't had what I have or witnessed the daily example that I have. Yes, I believe in fairy tales; in the ever after; in true love's kiss. Yet, I also believe love is hard work that's easy because it is love. Maybe I came to these conclusions because of two people who have lived a real example of a fairy tale: my parents. If there were ever a picture perfect marriage, it's theirs. Over the years I have witnessed the fights, the tears, the laughter, the friendship, the frustration, the honesty, the respect, and the love. But, most of all, I witnessed them being real and at times humble before one another, and before my sister and I. I ca...

Psalm 45:13 "The King's daughter is all glorious within..." I recently joined a book club each month we meet and discuss the book we read over themed food inspired by the book. It is just a delight in my month now! How do we choose the books? Each of our names are in a cup and each month we draw names to see who picks the next book. Knowing this I have been trying to decide on a book for whenever my name gets drawn. Since we do themes for our meetings and you all know I thrive on theme.(I might have a slight problem but I just enjoy themes!!) Of course the first one that popped into my head was.....wait for it.........a princess/royal theme!!! I mean seriously the ideas are endless here!!! Almost immediately I started my search, sure there is the book I fell in love with as a teenager by Lori Wick called The Princess, but after re-reading it this summer I can not imagine this book being well liked by everyone nor sparking some great discussion; so my search continu...