Snow Days!

We've had some crazy weather here the last few days! The snow started on Sunday afternoon and has been on and off since then with about 5 inches since Tuesday evening. I missed school on Wednesday and Thursday and will tomorrow as well. It has been nice to have some quiet days at home, especially given that Cliff's been working from home too. I've been cooking, reading, napping, and enjoying these quiet moments. The puppies have enjoyed the playtime in the yard!

Mackenzie's Reading List for 2012

Happy New Year! The beginning of a new year always makes me reflective and this year is no different. One of the things I'm thinking about most this year is how I spend my time. This year I'd like to spend more time reading books and less time reading Facebook updates!

The last few years, I've attempted to set up a plan for books to read throughout the year and then add to the list as my interests lead. Last year, I read only about half of the books on my reading list. This year, I have fewer books on my list to read, so that I have the space to read additional books as time will allow and changing interests arise. The books on my list have come through recommendations of friends, areas I need to grow in, and books on Cliff's dresser that look interesting!

Marriage Matters by Winston T. Smith
Trusting God by Jerry Bridges
"Don't Make Me Count to Three!" by Ginger Plowman
One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp
Counsel from the Cross by Elyse Fitzpatrick
Legacy of Faith by Lydia Brownback
Give Them Grace by Elyse Fitzpatrick
Radical by David Platt
The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan
A Meal with Jesus by Tim Chester

I'll also be reading through the Bible this year, using a Bible reading plan suggested by Pastor John Piper.

Lots to read! I certainly look forward to seeing how God uses each of these books to teach me over the course of this year. What are you reading?