Jamie Mullins

As I sat and watched Tyler play today, I began realizing what a great little man he is becoming. I have had so many struggles with discipline over the last 6 months, and for the moment, I believe that the consistency has paid off. He strives to be obedient and a good helper and 90% of the time he is one of the happiest kids you will ever meet. I have also noticed how far a little bit of grace goes with him. Now that he understands what obedience is, he gets really disappointed with himself when he knows he has crossed the line with me. When I see him trying his hardest to please me, grace with his little mistakes come so easy. He seems to grow even more in the times that I will show him grace rather than justice. I think it's because he understands what the consequences could have and should have been for his disobedience. In realizing this, I began seeing glimpses of God's grace for me. I started to think about who I was and where I was in relation to Him about 10 year...

There has been much ado about a certain someone in the Mullins' household for the past month. Every Monday night we wait anxiously for the 7 o'clock hour to arrive so that we can all plop on to our cozy couch. What are we waiting so intently to see? The Bachelorette. I know, I know...not the most wholesome show to watch with my kids, but this season is a MUST watch. You see, Blake's college roomate and running buddy, Blaine Twilley is one of the contestants seeking Deanna Pappa's heart. Twilley, as the other men affectionately call him, started out as one of 24 eligible bachelors and has danced(literally) his way into the Top 6!! We are so excited for him. And although we feel like his time is coming to an end with Deanna, it sure has been fun watching his silly antics and comedic personality every week. For those of you watching the show, you have probably seen Twilley's amazing dance moves, and Blake swears that he taught Blaine everything he knows. We w...

I love me a good Sunday afternoon nap. I always feel this amazing calm after spending some good QT with the Lord and my bed is happy to give me a soft place to enjoy my sleepy Sundays. This seems to be the one day of the week that I am able to get both of the kids down at the same time for a GOOD nap so that I am able to get some rest myself. Coincidence?? I think not! So, thank you Lord for sleepy Sundays! That's all for now.

*disclaimer* The content of this post is pretty heavy in nature. For my dear friends who are pregnant, or are sensitive to the loss of young lives, you may want to proceed with caution. Grateful with grief. I know that it sounds like a complete oxymoron but that is the overwhelming emotion that I am feeling this morning. Last night, I sat in front of my computer with sobs pouring from my body, just like they have done time and time again when I hear of the loss of innocent life. About a month ago I was introduced to the blog of an incredible brave woman who is documenting the story of her daughter Audrey Caroline. You can visit the site at www.audreycaroline.blogspot.com but again be ready for some heavy content that has a strong theme of hope. The first time that I read this blog, I was overcome with emotion. I was angry with God for allowing such a tragedy to happen to such a sweet family. But, it also brought back the pain that I walked through with one of my dear friends just...