Simplicity

Snowy days bring those crisp temperatures that cause your breath to rise in small puffs, yet they also carry with them a certain beauty that cannot be found in the rays of summer's sunshine. A sort of simplicity. The white powder falling outside the window seems to be an invitation to grab a good book and go on an adventure, even though the weather outside keeps you confined to the house. Or maybe it's the perfect time to pour a steaming cup of coffee and get to work on all of those projects that have been piling up as your schedule has had you running from one thing to another. The frigid temperatures and cutting winds suggest that perhaps a sweater and scarf would be the most comfortable clothing option. And although the kids may be getting a bit restless for lack of outdoor activity, they content themselves with a board game, an intricate lego creation, or an art project.

I love the simple beauty of snowy days.

a new chapter

Welcome to Written Upon My Heart...a new chapter. It's somewhat of a long story. Or adventure. Either term will do. And it all began five months ago with a journey to Africa.

Actually, I began blogging at Treasuring Today back in 2010, but over the years that blog has floated from one thing to the next with little clear direction. After returning from a five month blogging break due to my time in Africa, I decided that it was time for a new beginning. During those five months, God taught me so much and I grew a lot in my relationship with Him. In that time I also found that I really enjoy writing and telling stories through photographs. Although I know that I have much room for improvement, I realize that you have to start somewhere!

In a way, coming back from Africa feels like a whole new chapter of life. A whole new beginning. And that is sort of where this blog comes in. I wanted a blank journal in which to write thoughts and paste photographs. A place to share the lessons that God is teaching me and celebrate this beautiful gift of life. More than anything, I want this blog to be a place that is glorifying to my Lord and Savior. He is truly worthy of all glory and praise and I want my life to simply be a reflection of that.

So I hope you will join me on this adventure. One of laughter and tears. Summits and valleys. Learning and growing. You are welcome to grab a cup of coffee and cream (or perhaps tea is more your type), pull up a cozy chair beside the fireside, and come along with me as I dive into this new chapter of life God has placed before me.

Let the adventure begin.