The post that I have longed to write for so long now...and now that the time has come I'm at a loss for exactly how to say it. God's blessings have come full circle. The cycle of leaving Egypt, walking the desert and learning, growing as I trust Him have all culminated in arriving at the Jordan. On the othe side of the banks I see the promised land. And can I just tell you...it is flowing with milk and honey, frineds! It is rich and more than what I hoped it would be.
Paul Lewis, my best and dearest friend, asked me to be his wife. And I eagerly replied, "Yes!"
The ring of all rings! Perfect!
Thank you Lord...not only for where I am now, but thank you for the journey. Paul and I both have met you in a more intimate way in these last few years, than we could have planning our own steps. You are a gracious God...loving and perfect in all your ways. Thank you for caring for us both and bringing us to one another. We are so thankful and we can only hope that we, as a couple bring more glory to your name than we could as individuals.
"O Lord, you are my God;
I will exalt you and praise your name,
for in perfect faithfulness
You have done marvelous things,
things planned long ago."
Isaiah 25:1
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23 comments:
YEAH! Celebrating for you way up here in Idaho. You two look beautiful together! Congratulations! I can't wait to see how God uses you as a married couple. God is faithful and good. Thanks for sharing your exciting news! Love ya.
YIPPEEE!!!! I'm so excited for you! When is the big day???? Hugs, Elizabeth
WOW! Can't wait to hug your neck! YEAH!
I am so excited for you! I want to hear about it all! He must be quite the wonderful man. What a testimony you have in how God walks with you, takes care of you and BLESSES you. Congratulations, Cynthia
Yay!!! I'm so happy for you!
Monica
Woo Hoo!!! I'm SO happy for you sweetie. You deserve happiness. May God bless you and Paul be happy and blessed beyond measure. Let us know when the big day is!
I am so very excited for you!!!!!!!! I can't wait to see what God has in store for the two of you and your children. Blessings and Congratulations. I have been hoping and praying that this day would come for you.
Jennifer
OH YAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!! I am WAY beyond words on this girl. Holly W. and I just got off the phone screaming and giggling about how THRILLED we are. This is AMAZING! What a gift God has given you in this precious and Godly man. Watching you walk through this desert has just ripped my heart to pieces. The wounds were so deep that I have cried many times for you and your sweet babies- praying that God would bring you THIS day!!! I am teary- OK no I am CRYING! I am so happy for you it's as if it has happened to a sister. My heart is overflowing for you. God is so faithful to provide even when it is in a way we never could have imagined. I am celebrating with you today. My heart is rejoicing with yours. I will be floating today every time I think about it. OH and that rock is INCREDIBLE! If there is ANYONE in the world I would wish this for it would be you and your PRECIOUS babies. You have been faithful... God has provided a way. Now, can we get some details on this story??? ;0) Hugs and PURE JOY to you, Angel
How wonderful! I am so very happy for you and Paul. I am with Angel - I could definitely stand to hear a few details on how he asked!!
Congratulations! I found your blog b/c we both like Shepherding a Child's Heart & live in Carrollton. I really enjoy your blog and wish you the best in your upcoming marriage. Your post about Hannah made me cry...how I can completely understand! I'm so glad you are teaching and that God has carefully given you a room full of kids to impact with His love.
Oh Tamra! My eyes are overflowing with happy tears for you! (Even though I was crying I couldn't miss the HUGE ROCK in the pictures! Love it!) God is so big-hearted and always gives us MORE than what we ask for! Enjoy every minute of your engagement!
Woo-hoo!! Way to go, Paul! We've been waiting for this blog post! Can't wait to read more wonderful posts, dear friend.
Love you!
I've been a blog stalker forever...I went to UMHB with you and was a couple of years behind you. I could not be silent any longer! Congrats and what a sweet blessing!!
Debra
Okay, I'll just reecho everything everyone else said...I am floating for you too and just so thrilled. Tamra, what a blessing! How can you be in real life right now? God truly has turned your mourning into dancing. Oh He has such good things in store for you! I can't wait to meet Paul...Please send details...and by the way, that picture on the Riverwalk, was that where you got engaged? Next time you're in town, don't leave me out!!!!
OH TAMRA, I have been waiting and waiting for this post! I'm so happy to finally be reading it. Please let us know the story and the date the special day will be. And don't forget to send us an invitation. Here's a great big internet hug for you from me!!!
so, so, happy for you,
ann
Wow, Tamra! Congratulations! You have been so real and honest in these blogs that we can truly rejoice with the way God has worked all things together for good in your life! Awesome! Let us know when!
Laura (Scott)
YAY! What wonderful news!!! I am SO happy for you both. It looks like God led Paul to quite a treasure! SOOO excited at the way that God has blessed you both.
AMAZING!!! HEARD THE NEWS TODAY BEFORE I GOT TO CHECK THE BLOG AND HAD INSTANT CHILLS - WOW! SO HAPPY FOR YOU AND YOUR KIDDOS! CONGRATS!!! Your testimony and God's blessing are remarkable indeed and you will no doubt have a packed house at your wedding!!! Yay You!!
How exciting! I'm so glad that God has brought you through the desert and led you safely to the other side... ah, hindsight is so great, isn't?! Angel called to tell me and I'm so glad that she did because I had not checked your blog yet! Words cannot adequately express how happy I am for you! Isn't God better to us than He has to be? Enjoy this special time- you so deserve it!
"Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows." James 1:17
I'm so excited for/with you. What a blessing!!
I am so happy for you Tamra!
I'm so happy for you that I'm in tears right now sitting in my office! This is wonderful news!
I knew it! When I had a message on my phone from you I knew this had to be why you were calling! Yay! Yay! Yay!
Danielle
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