Our God
We sang the song ”Our God” at church on Sunday. It gave me chill bumps when we were singing it. My God can do anything that He wants to do! That is where my hope lies! My favorite part of the song...
View ArticleI Can’t Wait To Hold You In My Arms Ma
I must apologize for my silence, but it has all been for a good reason. Because there are so many in this day and age who like to take what others write and turn it against them, I had to remain...
View ArticleDaniel Is Home!
On the evening of October 21, 2010 at 6:42pm, Russell broughtr home our son, Daniel Zachariah Willie Schweighardt. I cannot even begin to tell you about all the emotions that were going through me....
View ArticleMore Homecoming Photos….
My son! “Hey Dad. Where are my African drums?” More airport shots. Anthony, Daniel, and Grandma Family shot. Waiting for our bus to take us home. Thanks Matt Anderson for driving! So glad my man is...
View ArticleThen and Now
Russell originally traveled to Liberia in January of 2008 to bring home Samuel, Jeremiah and Joel. Leaving Daniel behind was one of the most difficult things he ever had to do. Russell promised Daniel...
View ArticleSpecial Relationships
Daniel is a special young man. He has a big heart and a deep love for his family. Daniel loves to hug his mama! He loves his mama’s cooking! Never again does he want to eat rice! So different from...
View ArticleHot Dogs
Poor Daniel. Today we ate corn dogs. Daniel took the corn bread off of the hot dog and was holding the hot dog on the stick. This is the conversation that followed: Daniel: “Sausage.” Kids: “No....
View ArticleHappy Birthday John!
John just celebrated his 8th birthday! This is our second birthday that we have gotten to celebrate with our John Boy. He has grown so much this past year and climbed over some big mountains. This...
View ArticleThe Brokenhearted….A Chapter From Our Lives
The LORD is near to the brokenhearted And saves those who are crushed in spirit. (Psalm 34:18 NASB) I have the most beautiful flower garden right outside of our swimming pool area. It has been six...
View ArticleSeasons Change But God Does Not
The LORD’S lovingkindnesses indeed never cease, For His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; Great is Your faithfulness. “The LORD is my portion,” says my soul, “Therefore I have hope in...
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