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My name is April. I’m married to my high school sweetheart, I have three kids, a soft spot for books, a heart for Jesus, and a passion to find peace in the hustle and bustle. Join me in the pursuit of still small moments from the practical to the spiritual.

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Growing up we didn't have any religious images or icons or art in the house. When I saw this a couple years ago while thrifting the quietness of the scene moved me. When I turned the painting over to see how much it was, the description on the back filled my eyes with years. If you swipe to the next photo you can read it for yourself; it's about contentment and peace regardless the circumstances. Everytime I begin to wallow in self pity or feel tempted to take all the good things in life for granted, this painting gently reminds me to recognize the grace they is always present and the transforming power of gratitude. It was a visual reminder of grace and gratitude as I grieved a miscarriage, waited for an overdue baby, stumbled through days sleep deprived and weary, trusted the process & timing of finding the right house. And today after a long week of toddler transitions, kids home for fall break, and middle of the night sickness, I'm reminded of grace and gratitude once again. Grace to keep going and gratitude for community who listens to my woes and a sister who takes the non-sick kids out so I can shower. ✨

This bright little guy is doing all sorts of big kids things these days -- climbing out of his crib, no longer sucking his thumb, and cutting most naps short. He's an absolute delight and pure joy, but I do wish he'd slow down and stop growing up for just a few minutes. Everything flies by so fast with the third! Hugo David, you are so bright and smart and dearly loved. ♥️

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Growing up we didn't have any religious images or icons or art in the house. When I saw this a couple years ago while thrifting the quietness of the scene moved me. When I turned the painting over to see how much it was, the description on the back filled my eyes with years. If you swipe to the next photo you can read it for yourself; it's about contentment and peace regardless the circumstances. Everytime I begin to wallow in self pity or feel tempted to take all the good things in life for granted, this painting gently reminds me to recognize the grace they is always present and the transforming power of gratitude. It was a visual reminder of grace and gratitude as I grieved a miscarriage, waited for an overdue baby, stumbled through days sleep deprived and weary, trusted the process & timing of finding the right house. And today after a long week of toddler transitions, kids home for fall break, and middle of the night sickness, I'm reminded of grace and gratitude once again. Grace to keep going and gratitude for community who listens to my woes and a sister who takes the non-sick kids out so I can shower. ✨

This bright little guy is doing all sorts of big kids things these days -- climbing out of his crib, no longer sucking his thumb, and cutting most naps short. He's an absolute delight and pure joy, but I do wish he'd slow down and stop growing up for just a few minutes. Everything flies by so fast with the third! Hugo David, you are so bright and smart and dearly loved. ♥️

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