New year .. new ideas.. new perspectives.. ='s new blog name and new blog spot. The name Mix Matched Perfection came to me about 2 years ago.. I felt like the Lord was telling me that this described me and Bryan (Dempsey). We truly are mix matched in many ways.. but add the Lord and His perspective to this relationship and that brings in His perfection.
We are wiping the dust of 2010 off of ourselves and are welcoming in the new atmosphere of 2011. That dust includes the loss of our little Kirra. This has been one of the saddest things that our family has had to go through. Through every tear and every moment of missing her we continue to determine that God is truly the only refuge that heals and that He will bring something good from our family' loss. We look forward to the springtime this year as it will represent to us coming out of winter months in our personal lives. Both Bryan and I have started work out regiments and are determined to eat healthy.. We realize that wanting to have another baby at this time in our lives means we must be in the best shape of our lives so was can keep up with a new baby that has alot of needs and energy. We also need to keep up with our ever energetic Kieva!
Kieva is in kindergarten at the number 5 school in the state. He told me today that he wishes he could take a break from school for the rest of his life! He is doing great academically but we continue to seek the Lord to see if He wants us to homeschool next year..Kieva starts his first extra curricular activity next week.. volleyball club!! It happens once a week at our parks recreational center.. we will see how that goes!
This will be our second year on Oahu working with YWAM. In this season I have the awesome privilage of mentoring the DTS staff girls, being the Kids Club director, heading up our intercession times on the base and overseeing the prayer room. I also have the privilege of overseeing our little boutique on base.
Bryan is the head of the landscaping crew and has 10 young people on his team. He continues to be the listener to many of the guys on the base. He is so good at reminding all of us that we are called to love each other, to forgive quickly, and to shower one another with grace and mercy.
We feel blessed to be a part of this training base that has been a part of sending out so many long term missionaries and continues to do so.
So bring it on 2011.. we are ready, excited, and have wrapped ourselves in the joy of the Lord.... because that is truly our strength.
7 comments:
Maria, I love hearing about your life! It sounds like a great season for you folks. I love your "About Me"--beautifully expressed and so true! You are super duper encouraging and radiant. Hugs from Texas!
Loved your blog, Maria. You are one terrific lady. May you, Bryan, and Kieva be richly blessed in 2011. Love ya!
Maria, you are so loved. Your family is an inspiration and a reminder of God's faithfulness in every situation. I continue to pray for you guys. We love you guys so much and so thankful that God has brought you into our lives. We pray for a down pour of blessings in 2011 and many years ahead. God is soooo good! Much love from Joshley :)
Maria, that is so awesome! Thank you for showing a picture of Kirra. She the impact she has had on you all. She was quite a little lady... encouraging and cheering us; giving hope and joy. Can't wait to meet her soon. I wanna play with her and show her to my dad. He would love her! Love you! I am soooo a follower.
love this blog. You're a wonderful writer and i can see it's a great creative outlet for you. Keep them coming. I agree 2011 is going to be AWESOME!
love,
Teresa
Mamma I love you so much! It is so amazing to see how the Lord can redeem things. You are such a strong woman of God. Your story and courage is such a testimony to all of us. I love you Demps and Kieva. I miss you guys so much!!!
Lots of love to you 3! You are wonderful. If you can think of an excuse for us to visit, we are there! :)
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