Birthday Dinner

In honor of my 'big' birthday coming up this Sunday, my friends took me out to dinner at Chili's last night. They must have tipped off the waitress, as she brought me an ice cream sundae on the house.
I also received this pretty purse with greeting cards inside and a homemade card from another friend.
We posed for a few pictures to mark the occasion. I took a photo of the three ladies across the table from me, and then they returned the favor.
At the end, we asked the waitress to take a group shot for us and she happily obliged.
Thanks to my good friends for joining me for an early birthday dinner. The food was delicious, though sometimes on the hot and spicy side, and the fellowship was great. It makes approaching this birthday a bit easier as we reflect on the good times and the happy moments of our lives.

Word-filled Wednesday - Newborn

As newborn babes,

desire the sincere milk of the word,

that ye may grow thereby:

~ 1 Peter 2:2

Last week I held a newborn baby, born to a family in our church in June. The baby's over 6 pounds now, but still feels light as a feather. It's fun to watch the little ones grow. May we be desiring and growing in the Word daily. To find more Word-filled Wednesdays, please visit Extravagant Grace.

Word-filled Wednesday - Flames of Fire

The voice of the LORD divideth the flames of fire.
~ Psalm 29:7

I love the imagery in the Psalms. This photo was taken on July 4th as we gathered around a bonfire with family. I'll be posting more July 4th pictures on my family blog. To find more Word-filled Wednesdays, please visit The 160 Acre Woods.

Word-filled Wednesday - Lie Down

The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb,

and the leopard shall lie down with the kid;
and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together;
and a little child shall lead them.
~ Isaiah 11:6

This photo of the giraffe lying down reminded me of this verse about different animals dwelling together. For more Word-filled Wednesdays, please visit Extravagant Grace.

Word-filled Wednesday - Friends

A friend loveth at all times,
and a brother is born for adversity.
~ Proverbs 17:17

It's been a blessing to connect with old and new friends this summer, especially at our friends' bakery. For more friend photos, please visit my family blog.

To find more Word-filled Wednesdays, please visit The 160 Acre Woods.