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Janine Claire Robinson
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Welcome to my little writing corner. I count my many blessings to be a cherished wife and an ever-learning-loving-growing mother to 3 amazing children this side of Heaven and a precious little boy in Heaven. Together as a family we pastor a precious church community called Redeeming Hope Church. I've had the privilege of loving and following Jesus Christ since my earliest memories as a child. No matter what I've gone through in life, He has always been so present. At heart, I'm an encourager ... so this is a place where I get to wear my heart on my sleeve and share my journey of learning to live a life of love in action.

It's Raining!!!!!!

Hallelujah!!! It's raining!!! I cannot tell you how excited we are. The Eastern Cape has been in serious drought for over a year already! Our little pool that we bought has stood empty for over a year ... all the grass is brown ... but now comes a celebrated reprieve in the drought and we are going all out to celebrate God's blessing to us. 
Just look at how happy my flowers are ...
 Even our Sabie boy is lying out in the gentle rain, soaking up the cool breeze.
As for us ... well we are smelling the warm aroma of waffles sizzling in the pan ...
Don't you just love all the happy faces =0)
(My Leelee with her bestie Tanna)
And Tianna with her bestie Jade.
Mr. Gorgeousness with his artsy take on waffles ...
After a late brunch we cuddled behind the piano working out a new little tune. My sweet 6 year old took this pic of us.  
Precious Jesus, thank you for your gentle rain that fills our hearts with so much joy!!! Thank you for the many ways that you love us each day. All we really need to have a great day is Your beautiful love!
Sending a BIG hug to each of you my precious bloggy friends today.
Much love xxx
Janine 
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Emily said…
That is such a priceless picture of you and your hubby at the piano! I get really excited when it rains here too, it doesn't happen vary often in the desert! Merry Christmas!
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Just Wedeminute said…
Oh, you look like you have a GREAT family! I can't wait to get to know you better. I noticed you were following me so I always follow back if it's a family friendly blog!
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Preppy Pink Crocodile said…
I can't believe a six year old took that photo of y'all- great pic! And mmm the waffles look delish!!
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Life Lived Fully said…
Janine,this post makes me want to get on a plane and hang out with you for a week..or two!! how beautiful your family is..and how even more beautiful your heart! So glad you got some much needed rain..here in the U.S it's freezin' and snowy!! I would love to see the sun again for at least a bit! Wishing you a Merry Christmas!! love,lindsay
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Adeye said…
Aaaahhhh....you know what I would LOVE?????

To hear that song you and Brett are singing! Seriously gifted mommy you are, friend.

So happy to hear that the Father has sent rains to water a dry and thirsty land.

Love you heaps.
Friday, December 17, 2010
Kelli said…
Praise God for the rain! It's amazing what we take for granted...we've had more than our usual and have been a bit grumpy...glad you reminded me to always be thankful! If I don't stop by again before next week, have a wonderful Christmas!
Friday, December 17, 2010
Nisha Mundy said…
Precious, priceless memories! I love the beautiful pics (^^,)

Sending you all my love,
Nisha xoxo
Friday, December 17, 2010
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