I'm letting go......

I've been listening to 94.9 KLTY a lot more lately. They play this song by a new artist named, Francesca Battistelli. Her debut album, "My Paper Heart" has a great song on it entitled, "I'm Letting Go". It's a great song! It talks about letting go of the life that I planned in order to accept the one that Christ has for me. It's soooooo......... powerful. It is exactly the place that I find myself these days. As I look back on the struggles and challenges I've faced, I often imagine what my life may have been like had I made some different choices. Then I realize that I am in exactly the place that God wants me to be. I decided a long time ago that God's plan was better than anything that I could dream up and I surrendered my plan for His. It's the least I could do, right? After all, He gave His son for me. This song just encourages me and helps me go a little further. Even though I don't completely understand the plan God has for me, I TRUST Him. When things get tough and I want God to just fix things, He always asks, "Do you trust me?" Each time I tell Him that I do trust Him and the fire gets just a little bit hotter but my faith grows that much more.

Lately, I have found myself having to "let go" of expectations. After getting married, I remember wanting so bad to be a mom and have a daughter, one just like me. Until having children of my own, I didn't realize that when they get here, they are already who God wants them to be. I had this romanticized notion that parents were the ones who shaped their children and that their personalities arose from that. Boy, was I wrong! God did give me that daughter, however, she turned out to be so different from the little girl I always imagined. She wasn't a "mini-me" at all. She is full of life and joy, has a quick wit, and will melt your heart in an instant. I'm still trying to "let go" of those expectations that I had. It's a daily thing that I have to do. Sometimes, I feel like I yell too much or that I'm not getting this parenting thing right. How can I be the kind of mom to my kids that my mom was to me? How can I shape them into being what God has destined them to be? Then, a song comes on the radio and reminds me to "let go" of the plans I had for me and my kids. After all, He chose me to be their mom. I know that I won't get everything right. I just have to accept His plan and do my best to teach them to do the same. Today, Trinity helped me put things into perspective. Even though she got into trouble today and I had to discipline her, she still told me that she loved me and that I was "The Best Mommy Ever". That just made my day. I really needed to hear that. I was feeling guilty for not spending as much time with her as I'd like to because I have to take care of Madison too. Inspite of it all, my kids know that I am doing my best and the truth is, they don't know any different.

I just wanted to share with you today that yes, sometimes it does feel like we're falling, but as long as we stay in God's will and "let go" of our own agenda, there is never a need to worry or to fear. His Word is true. He will never leave us or forsake us. We just have to be willing to "let go".

Queen Gran Gran

Trinity had a wonderful day at school yesterday. For the 1st time, she came home with her M.O.O.S.E. (Management of Organizational Skill Everyday) folder. Everyday, she brings this folder home that serves as a discipline log and lets us know what activities are happening at school. It also contains completed assignments. We have to sign it and return it everyday. Of course, Ms. Trinity came home with a green smiley face and a picture she drew for my grandmother, Gran Gran. She said she drew Queen Gran Gran (before she had her 7 kids). I thought it was so cute. I love her vivid imagination. Oh, the innocence of children! Don't you just love it?


Trinity brought her MOOSE home today and of course she brought home another green smiley face. She was a good girl as usual. She colored a picture of a rainbow and had lots of stories to tell.



The class went to the gym again today. They had a chance to run and play. She said that while she was running, she started to cough so she stopped running and told Ms. Davies that she needed to sit down and stop playing for a little bit because she has asthma. She sat down and felt much better. She is growing up so fast. We are so proud of her.




Maddi had a great time while her big sister was in school. She and Daddy took a nap. Maddi slept for over an hour and a half. Taurus got a quick wink before he had to jet off to work. I couldn't believe how quiet it was. I didn't know what to do with myself. I'm sure I'll get used to it. I had plenty to do but decided to enjoy the quiet time and just relax for a little while. Ahhh! I had a moment to simply breathe and it felt great. Oh, the joys of motherhood.

All I need is God

Today was a great day. We got Trinity off to school and when we got home, Taurus and I had lunch. Then we spent time reflecting on the goodness of God. We talked about how faithful God is. In spite of all we've been through, God's still been faithful. We may not have everything that we want but all of our needs are being met. Our children are healthy and strong. Despite us having a limited dispoable income, we have still been able to take Trinity to do all sorts of fun activities and she gets to eat out a heck of a lot more than we did as kids. We tell her everyday how blessed she is.

We also spent some time in worship, something we love to do as a family. Today was especially great because we had a chance to worship together (just the two of us) while Madison slept. That quality time that we have together before Taurus jets off to work is such a blessing. The level of intimacy that we reach during worship to the Father is priceless.

After a few moments spent in reflection, we began to think about how wonderful it will be when we can look back on days like today and use those thoughts to encourage us along the journey ahead. God has made several promises to us and we are so eager to see them come to pass. We are so excited and have an awesome sense of anticipation in our spirits of what is to come.

Taurus chose a great worship song that we played over and over, entitled "All I Need is You" by Hilsong (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MV63_Vmf-74). It helped us get beyond the point of our need and just see God. He is our source and nothing else really matters. What a wonderful experience to have shared with my husband today, just an ordinary day. I will treasure these moments forever.

Well, thanks for reading about "A Day in the Life of Kendi King". Stay tuned for more updates to come. I pray that your day is filled with times of joy and enlightenment.

Trinity's 1st Day of School

Today was a very exciting day in the King household. Little Miss Trinity King would be starting her very first day of school. She is now enrolled in the Mesquite ISD Pre-K program at J. H. Florence Elementary School. We are all so very excited.

We've been waiting for this day for some time now. Trinity always talks about going to school and learning how to read and write. I have been working with her (our own version of home school) for the past year, preparing her for her big day and it's finally here. Yippie!

We went into the school, supplies in hand, waiting to meet her teacher, Ms Davies. She gave all of the parents a thorough packet, explaining her background and what we could expect throughout the year. She seems like a really good teacher. She's been with the Mesquite ISD for 25 yrs and best of all, she's a Christian. I was so excited to find this out. God is good! She was born in Seoul, South Korea and came to the USA after being adopted at age 3. She's been a Sunday school teacher at her church for 18 yrs and has sang in the choir for 28 yrs.

Trinity school year willl focus on reading and writing, math, science, and social studies. I am so eager to watch Trinity blossom this year. She can already write her name and knows a few sight words. She's ready to learn and we are so thankful that she has the opportunity.

When I picked her up, she had a huge smile on her face. She said that she was a little bit nervous at 1st but she made some new friends, Emma and Tolisha. She said that she colored, played in the gym, and learned some alphabet sounds. She even got to be the line leader. She was very excited.

A few days ago Taurus gave her some pointers about school and told her that she needed to be a leader, not a follower. So the fact that she got to lead the line to the gym gave her great joy. I think she's off to a great start.

We're excited about getting involved and joining the PTA. I can't wait to be the classroom mom.

Well that's it for now. Check back later to see what else is going on in "A Day in the Life of Kendi King".