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I'm not a perfect Christian, or even close to it. I have a tattoo. I like to drink wine. And to be honest, I can think some pretty awful things - but most of us do whether we like to admit it or not. So, to be fair, if you are looking to read a blog with some awesome theology from a grand Christian person, then this is not the one for you. But if you just want something real, from a person who is learning a whole lot about faith right now, please read on.

Why then would I choose a blog entitled "Daily Living with Grace?" For starters, you can't live daily without grace. And also, it is the middle name of my third child - Kaydence Grace - and I feel that God told me to use Grace as her middle name (but I'll share that story with you later.) Grace is defined as favor or goodwill, mercy, clemency, or pardon. I thank God daily for His grace upon my life. I also thank God for the experience I will share with you through this blog.

So big whoop, huh? Grace, a third child, blah, blah, blah...Well, my third child isn't even born yet. I am almost 26 weeks as I write this now. At some point during this unexpected pregnancy, I contracted something called Cytomegalovirus, or CMV, and it's causing a few issues for my little girl now. And it is my daily faith journey through this that you will find here.
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  1. KathyJanuary 4, 2012 at 4:54 PM

    Wendy, Congratulations on your new blog! I enjoyed reading every word. I have a blog for my quilting but just couldn't get back into writing after Ron died. BUT, it is beginning to come back -- yea! Isn't it amazing how God works in our lives. He is always there beside us, even when sometimes we don't deserve it. (I'm referring to myself -- not you). The trials we face and endure should all be counted a Joy. God takes these trials and makes us stronger Christians/people as a result. I look forward to reading more! I have been and will continue to pray for you, Baby Grace, and your entire family.

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