Happy Easter

Heavenly Father
You always amaze me
Let your kingdom come
In my world and in my life
You give me the food I need
To live through the day
And forgive me as I forgive
The people that wronged me
Lead me far from temptation
Deliver me from the evil one

I look out the window
The birds are composing
Not a note is out of tune
Or out of place
I look at the meadow
And stare at the flowers
Better dressed than any girl
On her wedding day

So why do I worry?
Why do I freak out?
God knows what I need
You know what I need

Your love is
Your love is
Your love is strong

The kingdom of the heavens
Is now advancing
Invade my heart
Invade this broken town
The kingdom of the heavens
Is buried treasure
Will you sell yourself
To buy the one you've found?

Two things you told me
That you are strong
And you love me
Yes, you love me


Our God in heaven
Hallowed be
Thy name above all names
Your kingdom come
Your will be done
On earth as it is in heaven
Give us today our daily bread
Forgive us wicked sinners
Lead us far away from our vices
And deliver us from these prisons

Stumptown

In the last year, I feel like Portland, OR has become a mecca for people who are between the ages of 24-35....a lot of people I know have moved there or are considering a move there. Well, I wanted to see what all the fuss was about. So last weekend we made the 567 mile drive up Interstate 5 with David's brother, Jeff, and his cousin, Katie (who has become my adopted cousin) to go up and see Barbara, David's other cousin, and her family who live 10 minutes outside of Portland. Despite the tiring 9 hour drive there and back (with only a few stops!), it was a great trip where we got to explore another interesting city. I definitely want to go back again when the weather is a little nicer (although I've been told that this is a paradox).