I’m Melissa Alyse, I write stories and send letters that feel like we are hanging out on the front porch together with sweet tea and a hug and with reminders that God chose you, loves you, and isn’t finished with your story yet.
Grateful Little Moment
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Hey there, dear one, Well, my house is a lively one this week. Jeff’s family (Sammy's family) rolled in on Friday, and there are grandkids everywhere—little socks on the stairs, toy cars under the sofa, and the kind of laughter that starts in their bellies and spills through the whole house. And I’ll tell you something… I didn't realize how much my heart really longed for that sound. ❤️ Yesterday afternoon, we all walked out to the pecan tree—kids racing ahead, Edmund carrying the basket, Jeff already eyeing the pecan pie that will come from this activity. But you know what? Watching them find such delight in gathering those little treasures off the ground made me so grateful for family. Not only my own but being part of the Lord’s family. How He knows each of us by name. Delighting in us finding our treasures along the way too. Isn’t it something, how Our Father calls us His daughters. And in a week full of noise and crumbs and sticky hands tugging at my sleeves, that truth feels especially dear. Because family, whether born into or gathered along the way, reminds us of the belonging He’s already given. Wherever this week finds you at a bustling table or a quieter one I hope you feel that belonging. I hope you notice the small graces tucked into the ordinary hours. And I hope you remember you’re loved more deeply than you know. With a grateful heart and a pocket full of pecans, Hey friends, Melissa here. Wishing you and yours a wonderful Thanksgiving week! Just so you are ready - on Thanksgiving day Glory will be sending a quick hug tucked in a Thanksgiving Blessing... and also a button to grab all the Willow Creek paperbacks (((with new covers!!))) for only $9.99! Stock up and share grace this Christmas season. 🎁 Grateful for you, sweet friend, and I do hope your Thanksgiving is blessed! In case this week is a hard one for you, reply back and say "me" or if you are up for it, share how I can specifically pray for you. I count it a joy to lift you up sweet sister! big hugs and grace, Melissa Alyse ❤️ |
Melissa Alyse, Author
I’m Melissa Alyse, I write stories and send letters that feel like we are hanging out on the front porch together with sweet tea and a hug and with reminders that God chose you, loves you, and isn’t finished with your story yet.
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