For Your Man

If your husband has ever played water-ball and accidentally launched not only the football–but his wedding band into the depths of Lake Powell where it was quite likely swallowed by a ten foot trout and never seen again—a mostly true story by-the-way—then you are going to absolutely LOVE this.

Gracious Rain is so-so pleased to welcome our new sponsor Tungsten Direct, located right here in the Rocky Mountains of Utah. They have the most gorgeous rings for men and women and the magic of Tungsten is that it will never lose it’s luster–ever.  Add that to a lifetime warranty against loss, damage or theft and it will end up being the last band you’ll ever need to buy. Wish we’d have known that before the lake incident…sheesh.

So, if you’re about to get married, or needing to replace a ring that got swallowed by a fish–whatever–please go check out the Tungsten Direct site and tell us what you think! Father’s Day is coming up in a few months you know. Oh, and if there’s something that catches your eye–be sure to type in the coupon code “Gracious Rain” at the check out and you’ll receive an additional 25% off the purchase price.

Yeah…beat that…

oh, you can’t.

The Mailbox

This moment…

A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from our lives.

A simple, special, memorable moment.

A moment I want to pause, savor and keep close to my heart.

If you are inspired to do the same–leave us a link in the comments.

Happy, HAPPY Saturday my friends…

 

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The Clean Water Movement

Just wanted to show you the sweet little article that Mindy Harward wrote in the local newspaper about a handsome young man that I know.  Now, I must say that I’m pretty darn proud of this fellow. As many of you know, he started a “give up your birthday” campaign over at Charity Water and it has really caught fire. In fact, this campaign has already committed life changing clean water for over 50 people —for life!

It’s been so fun to watch the generosity of friends and family and even total strangers when they realize that literally– our pennies– can change the world and bring clean water to the people that have never known such a thing. A few days ago Justin Bieber announced that he would be giving up his birthday to Charity Water as well–and within hours–his fans raised an incredible $40,000!

Of course, our goal is a bit more modest–we’re shooting for $2,200–before the end of March and we’re exactly half-way there!

Thanks everyone for your sweetness to our cause. It and you–mean so much to us.

Read the article: The Ultimate Birthday Present

Watch Dane’s video: My Birthday Wish

Check our progress or Make a donation

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Help PartyLand Utah get to 500 fans!  Like them right HERE.  :]

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So-So Grateful…

for a sweet, clever daughter that can add her own twist to a fashion statement.

for an “Uncle Dane” that can take a few simple props and turn them into a magic castle tent for Chompy.

that my hand is healing very nicely…thank you. Now where’s that crochet hook?

that a smile from this little dude can soothe an achy heart.

that a good book at bedtime is still a wonderful diversion.

that my sister is doing that “happily ever after” thing.

to come to this beautiful place with all 5 of my dear children…who aren’t actually children…anymore.

that someday…someday…I will take such a picture again.

Please, please share what you’re grateful for this fine day. I’ll add them to the Gratitude List AND in the quote rotator on the side bar. We’re nearly at 300 now–help us get to a 1000 “Things To Be Grateful For!”

 

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{ He Will Help You }

“Commune daily with your Heavenly Father who knows you best of all. He knows your talents, your strengths, and your weaknesses. You are here on earth at this time to develop and refine these characteristics. I promise you he will help you. He is aware of your needs. He is aware of your unanswered prayers.”

Marvin J. Ashton