I took this picture yesterday on the way back from the women’s retreat. For some reason, Hannah was in the front passenger’s seat when Derek pulled up to the retreat center to pick me up. Odd, I thought. No problem. I hopped in the back with my teenage son Justin. We had fun.
Well you know me, next thing I know I’m taking pictures of everything. Mountains, ranches with horses, boulders, clouds, Justin texting on his prized cell phone, the back of my husband’s head(lol, I deleted it), and Hannah.
In this picture, Hannah and her dad were talking but I couldn’t hear them. I was praising God, thanks to Hillsong and my MP3 player. All I knew was they were having a good time. I captured Hannah’s various expressions. Laughter, smiles, frowns, looks of curiosity, quiet contentment.
This picture says it all.
Hannah’s eyes sparkle with love for her dad. Her smile says she feels safe and free enough to be herself. Choosing the front seat says she wanted and enjoys being close to him. She showed no fear even though he was driving. Ha, not me. She trusts her dad will get her home safely. This picture says she is comfortable around her daddy. Hannah knows she is loved.
This picture melts my mommy heart. Let me just say I have a good man. Derek is a good father. He’s a good provider. He’s fun to be around and he’s funny. He is trustworthy and safe and loving.
This makes me think about our relationship with our Father God and the beautiful exchange He longs for between us. Oh, how Abba Father longs for us to understand His love. Like the face of my Hannah. He longs for us to trust Him and experience joy in relationship. Closeness. To feel safe enough to sit next to Him and look into the eyes of His heart. To listen to Him speak. He wants us to trust Him with the wheel of our lives. Our fear isn’t necessary.
How comfortable are you with your Father God?
Do you let ever Him see your face? Do you look towards Him? Do you offer Him your smile? Your frown? Are you free to express yourself or are you afraid? Are you content to sit next to Him in silence?
Do you prefer the front passenger’s seat, back seat, or the wheel in relationship with your Heavenly Father?
Do you trust Him to get you home safely?
Hmm. I’ll be thinking about this one for awhile. What a way to end a GOD SIZED weekend! Lord, You truly amaze me!
Thank you, Derek, for loving our daughter well. You make me smile. My love for you grew yesterday.
What you said about your husband touched my heart, Tiffany. You two are such a wonderful couple and great parents. I’m so glad that God has blessed you with an incredible family.
Welcome back from your retreat, Tiffany! I hope your time was filled with HIM!
This picture is so beautiful. Does it make your heart so happy? What a gift you and your husband give your children to raise them in a happy, healthy, god-seeking home.
I know you don’t take that for granted, friend.
I love getting so close that I can hear Papa’s heart beating in His chest… I love being close to Him…. It is where I feel the safest…
I am so glad you had a good weekend, but sorry you caught a cold.
Can’t wait to hear more.
Love ya,
Julie
What a beautiful picture and a beautiful illustration. And it went so well with the song that was playing “Presence” by the Newsboys. Thank you for sharing with us. I’m glad you had a good time. I hope you get to feeling better soon!
Perhaps one of the most awe inspiring pictures I’ve seen; and the way you capture the moment as it parallels to our love for our Father is breathtaking! Thanks for capturing the moment, both in words and on film.
awesome…
peace~elaine
Great things to think on! So glad you are home from your retreat safely, I hope it was absolutely wonderful and I look forward to hearing about it!
I would appreciate your prayers tomorrow, I am having some outpatient surgery done, thanks!
Blessings!
Tiffany,
This post just touched my heart…however, the picture just says it all, doesn’t it! Wow! What adoration!
Hugs to you, my friend!!
Hey there! thanks for all your sweet words today :O)
What a sweet picture!!!
daddy~daughter, I love it!
one of my daughter’s favorite places is snuggled up with her daddy!!
In Him, Deanna :O)
A Father and Daughter relationship like that always seem to touch my heart. I love the real-ness of the picture.
Your ending questions on this post really gives me something to think about and ponder.
Great post!!
PS – Glad to hear that you had a blessed weekend.
These are precious moments. Yes, hold them dear to your heart.
Holding my Father’s hand,
Miriam
This picture does say it all. What a blessing to have such a special daughter and husband.
Oh, that look of love…
Makes me miss my earthly father.
Makes me long for my heavenly one.
You caught such a great moment, thanks for sharing this with us♥