He's Holding My Hand~

{Happy 2014! I deeply apologize for the lack of posting. :/ But, even if I had posted, I'm not certain if you would've had the time to read it; because, you were most likely just as busy as me and my family have been over Christmas and New Years! ;) I'm back now ... for a little while. So, this is an interruption from the sibling series, because some huge things are happening and I thought I'd try to be a responsible blogger and let y'all know the scoop. ;)}

"I the Lord have called thee in righteousness, and will hold thine hand, and will keep thee, and give thee for a covenant of the people, for a light of the Gentiles."

~Isaiah 42:6

It overwhelms my soul with unutterable peace to know and rest in the truth that my God goes before, behind and alongside of me in every pursuit He leads me. <3

::George: "There she blows. You know what the three most exciting sounds in the world are?

Uncle Billy: "Uh huh. 'Breakfast is served; lunch is served; dinner ...'"

George: "No, no, no, no. 'Anchor chains, plane motors and train whistles.'"::

~It's a Wonderful Life

//"When you see someone putting on his Big Boots, you can be pretty sure that an Adventure is going to happen." //

~A.A.Milne~

Friends, my India rubber boots are on, and,

An Adventure is about to take place...

I look forward to telling you all about it next month!

{I realize that's terrible and perfectly unfeeling to make you wait so long - I wish I could tell you now! I really do; but, I'm afraid that's the way things have to be for now. :/ However, I would earnestly desire your prayers for safety and that the Lord Jesus would be greatly glorified in this Adventure He's leading me on!}

For now, I remain incredibly grateful for your friendship and prayers. <3

Cheerio!

Phia

{A rather large Post Script - in the unusual event that you don't already know: JORDAN AND OLIVIA GOT ENGAGED TWO DAYS BEFORE CHRISTMAS!! Now you know. ;) We are positively exuding with joy and gratefulness for how our sovereign Lord has brought them together and if you want to see some photographs, Evy and Tim got some immensely sweet and beautiful captures!}

[Double Post Script: Photo creds go to my bro, Djoops (aka 'Andrew'). He literally froze in the knee-high white fluffiness, wearing jeans and tennis shoes, to take some pics for me with his camera; because, sadness, Evy wasn't in town to do them. He's the BBBE = Best Big Brother Ever. <3]

New Post {original, I know ;}

Oh the feeling of excitement and return of memories that came to me as my mouse hovered over the 'new post' button. I have missed this - blogging. And not simply writing on my blog, but visiting y'all on your blogs! *exhale* I'm glad to be back. 

A very lot has happened this year ... So many changes and learnings that He has been bringing me through. Sometimes I feel like, "Oofda, I don't know how I'm going to live a 'normal' life after this!" but, then, ever so sweetly, He's there. And, really, He hasn't ever left me - I just forget that He's there, so often. Then I hear from Him in His Word {because, that's where I should have gone in the first place, instead of letting panic be in the limelight} ... and He gives me strength to keep going on; breath for one day at a time. And I am reminded that He does, and always will know what is best for me.

"Unerring wisdom ordained your lot and selected for you the safest and best condition. Remember this: If any other condition had been better for you than the one in which you are, divine love would have put you there. You are placed by God in the most suitable circumstances, and if you could choose your lot, you would soon cry, 'Lord, choose my heritage for me, for by my self-will I am pierced through with many sorrows.' Be content with the things you have, since the Lord has ordered all things for your good. Take up your own daily cross; it is the burden best suited for your shoulder and will prove most effective to make you perfect in every good word and work to the glory of God."

~C. H. Spurgeon, Morning & Evening

I look forward to telling you more about what's been going on; but, I purposed I would seize today {before it's gone} and get reacquainted with blogdom before I sit y'all in front of the fire and unload my year's happenings on you! *admonishes self* "Baby-steps, Sophia, baby-steps." ;] 

Oh! and Happy Thanksgiving to all!

Cheerio!

Phia

On Time:

Ohhhhh boy.
So, I was intending to post this in October; but, *heh-heh* that obviously didn't happen. =P

Well, this way, you get to enjoy photos of my Baby Brother in January, and not just October (when his actual birtday was). ;)

::Erik Whitmore Fredrickson::

[October, 1996]
(See? Evin looks like him...)

Note: I used to be taller. ;)

[2007]

Cheery Chap =)

[2008]

Every year that it's possible, the four pictured below, play an intense game of miniature golf.
At the conclusion of which, we strike a pose with our clubs. =)

[2008]

Erik loves to assist with events and behind-the-scenes type work, and it's been a delight whenever I get the chance to do it with him!
He is extremely gifted in the areas of organization, detail, and follow-through.
Not to mention, he's a highly amiable gent to work with. =)

[2011]

He's an adoring Uncle <3

[2012]

As I said ... ;)

[2012]

Wow.
Highlight of last year was undeniably climbing Pike's Peak with my darling brother! 
It is one of the Memories that I will cherish for all the years to come. <3

[2012]

Awe-some.

[2012]

~On Top of the World~

[2012]

Thanks awfully for being my Mountain Climbing Buddy, Whit.
I'm so excited for all the other Heights we will find on Future Holidays. <3

[2012]

It is glorious to work alongside one's siblings; sharing memories, and gaining experience. =]

[2012]

I love you so much, Brother dear. <3
Happy {belated} Birtday!

[And thus, it is decided...]

Cheerio!
Phia

P.s. - Thanks for helping me out of that dilemma - I appreciate it. =]

Challenge-17: Post the 29th

"Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen."
~Matthew 28:20~


[photo credit: Evangeline Renee]
Wow.
Time has flown.
Thanks awfully for sharing in these days with me - with your participation in Challenge-17, the smiles have been multiplied. =]
To most of the population, the past 29 Blessings and Adventures will probably seem quite simple and common-place - and I suppose they are - but, to the girl who discovered and received them, they have been unutterably special. <3

My heart speaks gratefulness to the Giver of every good and perfect gift. These days have certainly been from Him. <3

Pip-pip,
Phia