Love in Action Journey

Hello lovelies. I have always been drawn to blogs that share straight from the heart. That was my intention when I stared blogging, to write on this blog an expression of what goes on in my heart. I prefer to live my life out in the open. I remember once reading Lisa Bevere share that she too lives her life out in the open so that the devil never has any of her secrets to broadcast ;-) I love that! I have come to experience that truth truly does set free! (John 8:32). Today is one of those honest posts ... a heart to heart of where I am at in this season of my life. I would so like to get regular posts out there more often, but in truth, I am in a season of learning a new pace. Have you ever found yourself having to reassess your "usuals" ... your usual routine, usual focus, usual places where you give your attention to. That's where I am at right now, realising that a new season is at hand. As  much as change can make me feel uncomfortable, I have learned so many times ...

Soooooooo precious friends ... we finally found out last week that we are having a sweet baby boy!!! Meet Zac Robinson :0) Hubby whooped SO LOUD when the Doctor told us! It was such a precious memory that we shared with our two very excited daughters. They are thrilled to be having a baby brother! It was such an emotional moment to see our son and hear his strong heart beat. We have been carrying two names in our heart ... Gabriel and Zac. When we read the meanings we knew that he is indeed a "Zac". The meaning is "God has remembered". 2 years ago my gorgeousness and I asked Father God for a son and God has remembered indeed! What a delight this little boy is to us already. Brett and I just keep grinning at each other. We feel so privileged that we will be able to parent both girls and a little boy! THANK YOU LORD!!! If you need any encouragement today ... may you be encouraged that God does hear and does remember the desires of your heart! All my love, Jan...

My hubby is full of smiles today. His best buddy arrived from Cape Town to spend the day with us. David is such an encourager. He has a way of changing the atmosphere wherever he goes. It got me thinking ... isn't that exactly what God desires to do through each of us every day ... encourage and be His voice and arms to those around us.  Hebrews 3:13 says "Exhort / encourage one another daily, while it is called "Today", lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin." There are so many sneaky little things that distract us and harden our hearts in this world ... but a simple word of encouragement has the power to soften our hearts and breathe new life into our soul and dreams.  Whatever you do today ... be somebody's encourager! You are God's voice and arms to those around you.  All my love xxx Janine

Precious Bloggy friends, I just wanted to say thank you for all your beautiful and encouraging comments. This Easter weekend has been very special to have my mom, sister and adorable little nieces with me as we held a memorial service celebrating my Granny. My heart is so peaceful. I know she would have loved the service. Once again ... thank you for all your love and encouraging words. It has been so healing to my heart. All my love xxx Janine

Early this morning my precious 89 year old Granny finally got to see Jesus face to face when she breathed her last here on earth in her sleep and awoke in Heaven. My heart grieves that we have to let go this side, but rejoices that she is finally free from all pain and constraints and is alive and rejoicing in Heaven with her parents and siblings and mostly with the One she has loved and taught me in many ways to love and respect. She knew her Jesus well. In December when I got to spend a couple of weeks with her, every night I would fall asleep hearing her speak to Him. Her life has taught me so much. Granny, thank you for the lessons and legacy you have set before me. I treasure you.  Janine xxx

Hi friends ... I was just over at my precious friend, Adeye's blog when I read this super urgent prayer need. PLEASE go on over there and spread the word and pray for this precious little boy! If you know of anyone who has their paperwork to adopt but are looking for the right child, please refer them to Adeye's website. The funds have been raised for this little boy. He just needs a forever family urgently! All my Love, Janine xxx

So here it is dear friends ... my huge 13 weeks and 5 day old bump :0) (And yes - I finally found a pair of maternity jeans that fit). Hubby and I took "bump" along to our second scan today all excited to discover who he or she is. Oh my goodness. In 5 weeks our sweet baby has grown from 1.32cm to 7.55cm (head to bum). We could see EVERYTHING ... excepts between its little legs! This little one did acrobatics galore for us ... but strategically blocked any view of it's obviously very private bits :0) It was so funny. The Doctor tried and tried and tried to see, but babes was having none of it and even gave that probe a kick! So very funny!! This little one is quite the character already and we are completely in love with our precious unborn child. The next scan is booked for 4 weeks time and we are taking the girls. I guess it will be even more special to have them discover with us whether they have another little sister or brother on the way. The suspense lingers .....