Pure Joy

The last few weeks have been a little overwhelming for me.  When "overwhelming" happens to a "away put together, overly organized, cannot be taken down, kind-of girl", I feel completely and utterly out of control.  Tonight during quiet time, I read over a wonderful verse.  It made me stop in my tracks and give thanks to my amazing God.  He knows exactly what we need, right when we need it.  When you are feeling overwhelmed, I hope you think of this verse.  

1 James 1:2&3
"Consider it pure joy, my brother, whenever you face trials of any kinds, because you know the testing of your faith develops perseverance." 

Here are a few pictures that bring my heart PURE JOY. 

My awesome family!  I love and miss them more than words can explain.  They are the best!!

 My wonderful and dreamy fiance, Marc!  I cannot wait to spend the rest of my life with this man.  I wish you all could get to know him, he truly is so special.

Soaking up the sun on a beach somewhere far far away.

Admiring God's perfect work in the hill country.