Franklin and Ella Jane, I love you. You bless me over and over each day. You pour smiles, laughter, and joy into my cup. It's overflowing. I never could have imagined my heart could love this much. Thanks for showing me the way.
Love,
Mumma
Thursday, September 27, 2012
My Cup is Overflowing
Standing at a crossroad. Anxious to share so many wonderful things with my children , yet wanting to keep them as sweet little babies with their tiny feet. Each day I look into their faces and see they have grown just a little more. Bittersweet moments.
Franklin and Ella Jane, I love you. You bless me over and over each day. You pour smiles, laughter, and joy into my cup. It's overflowing. I never could have imagined my heart could love this much. Thanks for showing me the way.
Love,
Mumma
Franklin and Ella Jane, I love you. You bless me over and over each day. You pour smiles, laughter, and joy into my cup. It's overflowing. I never could have imagined my heart could love this much. Thanks for showing me the way.
Love,
Mumma
Friday, September 21, 2012
Friday Favorite Things
Friday Favorite Things
Franklin's hair. It always stands up and is as soft as a puppy's ear.
When I was cleaning the bedroom after work, I laid him on the bed.
The ceiling fan above him spinning away.
He laughed, giggled, and smiled.
As if he shared a secret with that ceiling fan.
So sweet.
Ella's little temperment.
Just when you get smile after smile, I pull out the camera and
She just knows
And stops smiling
in fact, sometimes she can make a little smug face.
Too funny
Loved having earlier evenings with my husband
Him getting up early with Ella
When I was sleepy with a cold
I didn't even have to ask.
Love the gift of family
The blessings of strangers
And the beauty of fall
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
On Dad
It's funny the things that excite you as a mom of twins. When you are able to successfully take care of both of the twins, during the dinner hour, alone, while your husband is at a meeting you have a new found sense of confidence as a Mother. Not only is the dinner hour what we affectionately call the "witching" hour where babies don't really like to nap longer then 45 minutes, and just want to sit near you, not really play but on top of that you bath them...wow! To keep two babies content, feed them both at the same time (we call this the double boppy feed) and get them in clean pjs - woo, I almost felt like I might be able to climb Mount Rushmore. Then the dog rolls around on the floor next to you, begging for attention but both of your arms are already occupied...and dinner is composed of a bowl of cereal because by the time you've gone through the bedtime routine you are ready for sleep.
But then you get them down to sleep, tucked in for the night, and glance at your phone to see if you've gotten a text message from Daddy yet. Is he on his way? Because even though they are tucked away in their nursery, sleeping, you still feel relieved when he walks through the door and kisses you hello.
He's my everyday superhero.
But then you get them down to sleep, tucked in for the night, and glance at your phone to see if you've gotten a text message from Daddy yet. Is he on his way? Because even though they are tucked away in their nursery, sleeping, you still feel relieved when he walks through the door and kisses you hello.
He's my everyday superhero.
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Life with Twins: 11 weeks Old
The twins are 11 weeks old tomorrow! Time is flying by! Woo! I can't help but want it to slow down just a little, to take every moment in...and I do by photographing and videotaping my kids on my iPhone. What did parents do before this great handheld technology?
Life with twins is so joyful. I can't imagine anything different. Over dinner my husband and I frequently comment on how blessed our marriage has been by Franklin and Elizabeth. We have so many ample opportunities to work together, side by side. You have to remember with twins - each parent has a baby, man on man so we are constantly in tandem as a team. Whether it is feeding the babies, bathing them, going on walks, or just playing together as a family - my husband and I have witnessed how in sync we are as a couple. It's a blast to see this wonderful rhythm between the two and now the four of us as a family!
I've gone back to work just part time, making for an easier transition. We have a wonderful nanny who comes to the house and plays and takes care of the twins while Mom is at the office for 1/2 a day. We love, love our nanny. Not only do we not have to get two babies out of the house in the morning (can you imagine!), but they get to nap in their own beds, get the unique one on one attention as well as stay on their own little schedules. We also hope to avoid germs this way too:) Again, truly a blessing to have found a christian nanny to come into our house and care for our little ones.
Babies updates:
- Franklin is laughing and giggling. It's too fun!
- Ella is like a frog, always with her legs bent and moving
- Ella has clearly found her tongue and loves sticking it out!
- They smile frequently
- Love walks and baths for their evening routine
- Are sleeping a solid 7-8 hours each night now (yay!!)
-Most definitely recognize their Mommy and Daddy:)
Life with twins is so joyful. I can't imagine anything different. Over dinner my husband and I frequently comment on how blessed our marriage has been by Franklin and Elizabeth. We have so many ample opportunities to work together, side by side. You have to remember with twins - each parent has a baby, man on man so we are constantly in tandem as a team. Whether it is feeding the babies, bathing them, going on walks, or just playing together as a family - my husband and I have witnessed how in sync we are as a couple. It's a blast to see this wonderful rhythm between the two and now the four of us as a family!
I've gone back to work just part time, making for an easier transition. We have a wonderful nanny who comes to the house and plays and takes care of the twins while Mom is at the office for 1/2 a day. We love, love our nanny. Not only do we not have to get two babies out of the house in the morning (can you imagine!), but they get to nap in their own beds, get the unique one on one attention as well as stay on their own little schedules. We also hope to avoid germs this way too:) Again, truly a blessing to have found a christian nanny to come into our house and care for our little ones.
- Franklin is laughing and giggling. It's too fun!
- Ella is like a frog, always with her legs bent and moving
- Ella has clearly found her tongue and loves sticking it out!
- They smile frequently
- Love walks and baths for their evening routine
- Are sleeping a solid 7-8 hours each night now (yay!!)
-Most definitely recognize their Mommy and Daddy:)
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Life with Twins - 2 months old
The babies have completely stolen my heart. I watch them sleeping and cannot wait till they awake so I can squeeze their chubby cheeks, hug, and kiss them.
Now that they have flashed their smiles, it's like a competition between my husband and I to see who can make them smile more. I have no problem acting like a fool to get my kids to smirk!
I have to say one of my favorite moments is at night with our bedtime routine (we just adopted this routine in the past week). We feed them, I bath them, get them into their pjs, and then hand them to Dad who is sitting in the rocker with a book in hand. A little story time, and rocking and we lay them down in their cribs where they drift off to sleep listening to Dad's voice. What a wonderful way to go to sleep each night! :)
*As a side note on the evening the twins turned 2 months old they slept through the night for the first time aka they didn't wake for a 3am feeding! They have continued this trend the remainder of the week. I no longer feel like a walking zombie!! Franklin tries to get up around 5:30am, but we are able to give him his pacifier and he seems to drift back to sleep. Elizabeth on the other hand is fast asleep many mornings until we get them up at 7am to eat. Lately we find her with her blankets completely kicked off.
Things to Remember:
- the babies are out of the Swaddlemes, and sleep now with their little arms above their heads.
- Ella loves to be wrapped up in this pink, mink blanket. It's quite hilarious to see this sweet little baby swaddled in a huge pink blankie.
- We actually put the swing together for the first time this past week
- Franklin loves his bright green monkey and his nose tickled
-Ella's eyelashes have come in, dark brown --- she is gorgeous!
Now that they have flashed their smiles, it's like a competition between my husband and I to see who can make them smile more. I have no problem acting like a fool to get my kids to smirk!
I have to say one of my favorite moments is at night with our bedtime routine (we just adopted this routine in the past week). We feed them, I bath them, get them into their pjs, and then hand them to Dad who is sitting in the rocker with a book in hand. A little story time, and rocking and we lay them down in their cribs where they drift off to sleep listening to Dad's voice. What a wonderful way to go to sleep each night! :)
*As a side note on the evening the twins turned 2 months old they slept through the night for the first time aka they didn't wake for a 3am feeding! They have continued this trend the remainder of the week. I no longer feel like a walking zombie!! Franklin tries to get up around 5:30am, but we are able to give him his pacifier and he seems to drift back to sleep. Elizabeth on the other hand is fast asleep many mornings until we get them up at 7am to eat. Lately we find her with her blankets completely kicked off.
Things to Remember:
- the babies are out of the Swaddlemes, and sleep now with their little arms above their heads.
- Ella loves to be wrapped up in this pink, mink blanket. It's quite hilarious to see this sweet little baby swaddled in a huge pink blankie.
- We actually put the swing together for the first time this past week
- Franklin loves his bright green monkey and his nose tickled
-Ella's eyelashes have come in, dark brown --- she is gorgeous!
Friday, July 27, 2012
Our Birth Story: Part 1
Our birth story (written by Emily)
Before I begin, let me say this experience was very emotional and scary but throughout our delivery we truly had the opportunity to witness God at work and His provision woven throughout our story.
Friday June 15th we had an appointment at HIROC (High Risk Obstetrician Consulting) at UT. It was a routine appointment towards the end of our twin pregnancy to do a higher definition ultrasound of the twins and look at their blood flow, etc. We had debated doing an amino test to see if Mom could be induced, and in the end decided it was not worth it. Mom was 36 weeks and 6 days. Again, awesome that we made it to this point with two healthy twins!
At the appointment Mom's urine showed +2 for protein. The doctor was going to send us home with a 24 hour urine collection kit. On our way out he also decided to go ahead and run some lab work. He walked Mom back to get her blood drawn, and afterwards Mom and Dad drove back home.
Dad put Mom down for a nap (since she was no longer sleeping very well at night) and said he would work from home that morning. Less then 15 minutes later, Dad came into the bedroom and woke Mom up saying it was "game time!" What? Dad had received a call from the HIROC office saying that we needed to deliver the babies today and to head straight to the hospital. Dad reminded Mom to eat something before they left as once we arrived, since we knew Mom couldn't have any food once we got to the hospital and into labor.
In the car we were both pretty excited, of course the car was empty on fuel and we had to fill up on our way! We didn't have any idea why we needed to deliver today, but we just thought they had decided you were both healthy enough for Mom to be induced. That morning's ultrasound had showed that the babies were doing awesome and each weighed 6lbs (praise God!). Mom called her closest family and friends to tell them of the news. Everyone was so excited!
Once we arrived at the Labor and Delivery floor, we were told to immediately proceed to the nurses station. There they took us straight to pre-op and we finally found out what was going on. Mom was put on a gurney and multiple nurses started to ask her questions, family history, etc. The head nurse finally figured out we didn't know what was happening - and told us that Mom's blood work had come back and showed that she had HELLP syndrome. Her platlet levels were 25,000 - compared to a normal person's who are at least about 200k. In addition, her liver enzymes were extremely elevated. Prior to this, Mom had shown no symptoms - in fact throughout the pregnancy her blood pressure remained in the normal to low range.
The nurses told me I was the healthiest looking sick person they had seen with HELLP syndrome.
The nurses were amazing. And God watched over and provided for us again when we learned that Emily's favorite doctor was the one on call. There really isn't anyone we would have trusted as much as her, knowing the confidence she could have in an operating room. We learned that an emergency c section was really the only thing that could be done to get Emily on the road to feeling better. Once the anesthesiologists learned Mom had eaten food, they said we'd have to wait 8 hours - what! But our doctor came and said no way, there was too much on the line and we had to take the babies out within the next hour! The tough part was that we learned Dad would not be able to come back into the operating room with Mom. Since Mom's platlets were so low they could not risk doing an epidural or spinal, she'd have to totally be put under. Of course Mom and Dad were sad but we trusted the doctors and knew this was for the best.
Before we knew it, the nurses were prepping Mom to take her back. Literally they said within a half an hour Mom would be wheeled back for her emergency c section. Before they wheeled Mom back, Mom and Dad prayed together and hard. Thanking God that they had ran the lab work randomly that morning and for the sweet babies who would be arriving shortly.
To be continued....
Before I begin, let me say this experience was very emotional and scary but throughout our delivery we truly had the opportunity to witness God at work and His provision woven throughout our story.
Friday June 15th we had an appointment at HIROC (High Risk Obstetrician Consulting) at UT. It was a routine appointment towards the end of our twin pregnancy to do a higher definition ultrasound of the twins and look at their blood flow, etc. We had debated doing an amino test to see if Mom could be induced, and in the end decided it was not worth it. Mom was 36 weeks and 6 days. Again, awesome that we made it to this point with two healthy twins!
At the appointment Mom's urine showed +2 for protein. The doctor was going to send us home with a 24 hour urine collection kit. On our way out he also decided to go ahead and run some lab work. He walked Mom back to get her blood drawn, and afterwards Mom and Dad drove back home.
Dad put Mom down for a nap (since she was no longer sleeping very well at night) and said he would work from home that morning. Less then 15 minutes later, Dad came into the bedroom and woke Mom up saying it was "game time!" What? Dad had received a call from the HIROC office saying that we needed to deliver the babies today and to head straight to the hospital. Dad reminded Mom to eat something before they left as once we arrived, since we knew Mom couldn't have any food once we got to the hospital and into labor.
In the car we were both pretty excited, of course the car was empty on fuel and we had to fill up on our way! We didn't have any idea why we needed to deliver today, but we just thought they had decided you were both healthy enough for Mom to be induced. That morning's ultrasound had showed that the babies were doing awesome and each weighed 6lbs (praise God!). Mom called her closest family and friends to tell them of the news. Everyone was so excited!
Once we arrived at the Labor and Delivery floor, we were told to immediately proceed to the nurses station. There they took us straight to pre-op and we finally found out what was going on. Mom was put on a gurney and multiple nurses started to ask her questions, family history, etc. The head nurse finally figured out we didn't know what was happening - and told us that Mom's blood work had come back and showed that she had HELLP syndrome. Her platlet levels were 25,000 - compared to a normal person's who are at least about 200k. In addition, her liver enzymes were extremely elevated. Prior to this, Mom had shown no symptoms - in fact throughout the pregnancy her blood pressure remained in the normal to low range.
The nurses told me I was the healthiest looking sick person they had seen with HELLP syndrome.
The nurses were amazing. And God watched over and provided for us again when we learned that Emily's favorite doctor was the one on call. There really isn't anyone we would have trusted as much as her, knowing the confidence she could have in an operating room. We learned that an emergency c section was really the only thing that could be done to get Emily on the road to feeling better. Once the anesthesiologists learned Mom had eaten food, they said we'd have to wait 8 hours - what! But our doctor came and said no way, there was too much on the line and we had to take the babies out within the next hour! The tough part was that we learned Dad would not be able to come back into the operating room with Mom. Since Mom's platlets were so low they could not risk doing an epidural or spinal, she'd have to totally be put under. Of course Mom and Dad were sad but we trusted the doctors and knew this was for the best.
Before we knew it, the nurses were prepping Mom to take her back. Literally they said within a half an hour Mom would be wheeled back for her emergency c section. Before they wheeled Mom back, Mom and Dad prayed together and hard. Thanking God that they had ran the lab work randomly that morning and for the sweet babies who would be arriving shortly.
To be continued....
Saturday, May 26, 2012
34 Weeks - Goal!
I'm so happy to be writing this at 34 weeks, this is a major milestone!!! At our appointment this week we had another growth ultrasound and got to peak inside at our boy and girl. We were both excited to learn that they are each 5 lbs. and there is only a 2oz. discrepancy between them in size! (That's nothing!). They are continuing to grow really well despite their apartment size getting smaller - that is now being occupied by two big babies! Chris and I lifted up thanks to God right away for these two to continue to thrive, grow, and share all their nutrients.
A few stats on them:)
The doctor also gave us what I'm calling the "green light" in that they wouldn't stop me going into labor at this point! This feels like a huge relief to me, knowing that the babies are a good size, we have reached the 34 week milestone, and with each week that passes is basically more time for them to put on fat and what I call the "finishing touches". Statistically most twins arrive somewhere around 36 weeks. I continue to put my faith in God and trust Him and his plan for the four of us. But I am getting REALLY excited! I have moments where I think about meeting them both for the first time and find tears welling up in my eyes. What an experience this has been, I can only imagine what it will be like to meet them face to face, hold them close, and call them mine:) and to see Christopher for the first time and their eyes meeting.
Thank you everyone for your continued prayers during this time. We will keep you updated! Praise God for all He has done!
A few stats on them:)
- Our boy is still head down
- Our girl is tranverse (laying sideways across the left side of my belly)
- They both were practicing breathing
- Nice strong heartbeats!
- They turned on the 3D ultrasound for a moment, our boy as usual cooperated, and my girl is still saving her sweet face and features for the grand finale (her arms are always hiding her face)
- Both babies have hair on their heads (they could see the wisps of hair on the ultrasound!)
- Mom can only eat smaller portion at a time now, there's not a lot of room in her stomach:) Picture a squirrel nibbling all day
- Still working part time, this has been such a blessing! Works in the morning, comes home and rests the majority of the afternoon (maybe a small chore here/there)
- Most comfortable position is sitting with feet up, joints are getting achy, thankfully not a lot of swelling despite the rising temperatures here!
The doctor also gave us what I'm calling the "green light" in that they wouldn't stop me going into labor at this point! This feels like a huge relief to me, knowing that the babies are a good size, we have reached the 34 week milestone, and with each week that passes is basically more time for them to put on fat and what I call the "finishing touches". Statistically most twins arrive somewhere around 36 weeks. I continue to put my faith in God and trust Him and his plan for the four of us. But I am getting REALLY excited! I have moments where I think about meeting them both for the first time and find tears welling up in my eyes. What an experience this has been, I can only imagine what it will be like to meet them face to face, hold them close, and call them mine:) and to see Christopher for the first time and their eyes meeting.
Thank you everyone for your continued prayers during this time. We will keep you updated! Praise God for all He has done!
Friday, May 11, 2012
Goal!!! 32 weeks!
I'm so thankful to be at 32 weeks! God continues to provide and bless us during this twin pregnancy. The doctors say to celebrate each 2 week milestone at this point. In general I'm feeling good, I feel really big but this week I started working part-time which is really nice. It's helpful to get a nap in and lay on my left side during the afternoon and put my feet up. I'm even able to prepare dinner for the hubby and I - crockpots are fantastic! My joints are getting a bit more achy and its difficult to get up from laying down, but it's because our two pumpkins are getting bigger, so we will take it! I really don't do much at this point, walking is difficult and my ligaments are stretching all the time when I do - about 10-15 minutes of standing and I need to sit. But Christopher continues to be amazing and is getting what we need done! I am so incredibly thankful for a husband who is so caring and supportive, and I totally see the Lord and his servant leadership through him.
At our appointment this week they hooked me up to the fetal monitors for the first time called a "non-stress test", and watched the babies heartbeats and movements. Our boy is still the mover and shaker of the family, and our girl is the more methodically moving one:) They had me drink some water to wake the babies up. We've also put together our gallery wall frames for the nursery, and Daddy has been selecting a poem for each baby.
At our appointment this week they hooked me up to the fetal monitors for the first time called a "non-stress test", and watched the babies heartbeats and movements. Our boy is still the mover and shaker of the family, and our girl is the more methodically moving one:) They had me drink some water to wake the babies up. We've also put together our gallery wall frames for the nursery, and Daddy has been selecting a poem for each baby.
32 weeks in the nursery
Wednesday, May 09, 2012
Baby Date - 5/9/12
Your Dad and I just came from a baby date. We saw you on ultrasound. It looks like from here on out we will be seeing you on ultrasound to monitor your growth!
Our girl weighed in at 4lbs and 1 oz. and our boy weighed in at 3lbs and 14 oz. (just 2 ounces shy of 4!)
So yes, I'm now carrying around 8lbs of baby and it shows! I move very slowly and can't walk for too long. But it's a labor of love:)
I've gone to working part time (just 8-12) each day and am really appreciating the extra hours of rest and relaxation in the afternoon.
We hit 32 weeks on Saturday. Keep growing beautiful babies!
Love you both to the moon and back,
Mom
Our girl weighed in at 4lbs and 1 oz. and our boy weighed in at 3lbs and 14 oz. (just 2 ounces shy of 4!)
So yes, I'm now carrying around 8lbs of baby and it shows! I move very slowly and can't walk for too long. But it's a labor of love:)
I've gone to working part time (just 8-12) each day and am really appreciating the extra hours of rest and relaxation in the afternoon.
We hit 32 weeks on Saturday. Keep growing beautiful babies!
Love you both to the moon and back,
Mom
Thursday, April 26, 2012
I can feel you babies get the hiccups now. It's really amusing (and amazing too!). Our little Mr.'s are down low in my tummy on the right hand side, and sister girl's today felt just to the side of my ribs on the left hand side.
Keep practicing breathing, and hiccuping, and in general growing healthy happy babies down there.
You make me so happy.
Mommy
Keep practicing breathing, and hiccuping, and in general growing healthy happy babies down there.
You make me so happy.
Mommy
Friday, April 20, 2012
Ultrasound! 28 Weeks and 5 days
To my Son & Daughter,
I went to the doctor yesterday and we had another ultrasound to measure your growth. I am so happy to report that you are both doing wonderfully! Sweet daughter you are now 3lbs!!!! YES! Strong son of mine you are just 2 ounces less at 2lbs and 14 ounces - which they said you'll gain in just a few days time. You are both measuring in the 50th percentile! I'm so proud of you both. I just can't adequately express the love I feel for you both and the strength I'm sending you every single moment of each day.
The neatest part is that we could also see you practicing breathing! At first I didn't know what I was looking at, but our favorite ultrasound tech (Kim) pointed out that both of your stomachs were contracting in and out. They said they usually didn't even look for this closer to after 30 weeks. Again, you two are just exhibiting how much strength God continues to give all three of us during this time!
They even turned on the 3d ultrasound for a moment. As usual, our baby boy cooperated, but our little girl wrapped her hands up around her face and we couldn't get a good shot.
You capture my heart everyday, and are truly a testimony to God's magnificence.
Keep it up sweet babies! I love you so much,
Mommy
I went to the doctor yesterday and we had another ultrasound to measure your growth. I am so happy to report that you are both doing wonderfully! Sweet daughter you are now 3lbs!!!! YES! Strong son of mine you are just 2 ounces less at 2lbs and 14 ounces - which they said you'll gain in just a few days time. You are both measuring in the 50th percentile! I'm so proud of you both. I just can't adequately express the love I feel for you both and the strength I'm sending you every single moment of each day.
The neatest part is that we could also see you practicing breathing! At first I didn't know what I was looking at, but our favorite ultrasound tech (Kim) pointed out that both of your stomachs were contracting in and out. They said they usually didn't even look for this closer to after 30 weeks. Again, you two are just exhibiting how much strength God continues to give all three of us during this time!
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| Girl face staring at Mom! |
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| Boy Profile of face |
Keep it up sweet babies! I love you so much,
Mommy
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
28 weeks!
We have another ultrasound on Thursday to see how you are growing. As always I'm praying each of you is nearing the 3 lbs mark and sharing/growing consistently and are around the same size. This is our heartfelt prayer!
I've started going to the chiropractor weekly and getting massages. Now that I've pushed upwards of 30 lbs - (yes you two are getting bigger, people don't believe that there are two babies in there equaling 6 lbs.!) certain muscles in my back seem to tense up and only massage and resting right after work seems to help. But, the three of us are still conquering an 8 hour work day so I give all of us a pat on the back:)
One of your best friends, Owen Thomas was born about a week ago. He is way too cute! We were fortunate enough to be able to go and meet him in the hospital. I know all three of you will be great friends and we are so happy for mom and dad!
I will update again after the ultrasound on Thursday.
Love you both,
Mom
Wednesday, April 04, 2012
Update - Growth Ultrasound
We had a growth ultrasound on both of you today! You two are looking wonderful! Our sweet girl is now 2 pounds 5 oz. and our handsome man is now 2 pounds 3 oz. You seem to both be sharing your nutrients well and your fluid levels look great. Continue to take care of each other and share space.
Our little girl has now turned and is head up - this explains why mommy's ribs have been aching and the boy is still head down. This means our boy's legs are kicking our girl in her noggin'. Haha. We'll see if you both stay this way. We saw your faces and you both are getting some cheeks on you now:) You look gorgeous to Mommy and Daddy!
We continue to praise God for his craftsmanship! He is a master architect, provider, and protector. He is looking out for both of you! My faith continues to increase as we all grow together, all three of our hearts beating in here.
Loving you always,
Mommy
Our little girl has now turned and is head up - this explains why mommy's ribs have been aching and the boy is still head down. This means our boy's legs are kicking our girl in her noggin'. Haha. We'll see if you both stay this way. We saw your faces and you both are getting some cheeks on you now:) You look gorgeous to Mommy and Daddy!
We continue to praise God for his craftsmanship! He is a master architect, provider, and protector. He is looking out for both of you! My faith continues to increase as we all grow together, all three of our hearts beating in here.
Loving you always,
Mommy
Sunday, April 01, 2012
26 weeks
We've now met one of our goals! Amen! Our next goal is 28 weeks! You both are very active today, and I find all kinds of bones, feet, and elbows poking me. Praise God! I am so thankful for the ways in which each of you are being formed.
I've experienced some new pains this week, in the back specifically around my rib area. While Dad ran a 5K, I walked with Gibson to try to find relief. Thankfully by the end of the day either one of you moved, or your sweet father's back massage he gave me really helped! I also feel my stomach stretching more and when I walk I am especially made aware of this, and have now gained just about 30 pounds. It's hard for me sometimes to imagine getting larger - but I know God has made me for this and will continue to walk with us each step of the way, providing you both with more room to grow in my tummy. I find I need to rotate between standing up and sitting down. And after a day at work I really need to slow down, come home and put my feet up and rest. Daddy has been so great about making dinner, cleaning up, etc. so that I can adequately rest and take care of each of you babies as you grow.
We love you both so much already. Praying for you to continue to grow strong and healthy, sharing nutrients and fluids. Your next growth ultrasound is this Wednesday. We pray that you are growing big and strong and trust God is forming you in his perfect ways.
Love,
Mommy
I've experienced some new pains this week, in the back specifically around my rib area. While Dad ran a 5K, I walked with Gibson to try to find relief. Thankfully by the end of the day either one of you moved, or your sweet father's back massage he gave me really helped! I also feel my stomach stretching more and when I walk I am especially made aware of this, and have now gained just about 30 pounds. It's hard for me sometimes to imagine getting larger - but I know God has made me for this and will continue to walk with us each step of the way, providing you both with more room to grow in my tummy. I find I need to rotate between standing up and sitting down. And after a day at work I really need to slow down, come home and put my feet up and rest. Daddy has been so great about making dinner, cleaning up, etc. so that I can adequately rest and take care of each of you babies as you grow.
We love you both so much already. Praying for you to continue to grow strong and healthy, sharing nutrients and fluids. Your next growth ultrasound is this Wednesday. We pray that you are growing big and strong and trust God is forming you in his perfect ways.
Love,
Mommy
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
24 weeks
Babies,
I love you so much. You are growing strong. We made it through another milestone and passed the Glucose test! Yay! Good job. I can tell you are both getting bigger, as Mommy feels bigger and has a harder time navigating daily life, ie I use Daddy's arms and chest to push myself up in the morning and get up from a sitting position. He is a wonderful father to you already. So loving and caring, and always looking out for whats best for us.
You both are much more active now too. Large roundhouse kicks to the stomach, and we can also see your feet slide across my belly. It's a beautiful thing, and we thank God for all your growth.
I play you Mozart at work, find ways to kick my feet up, and even take 20 minutes after eating lunch to close my eyes for a few minutes and sit in the dark - giving us all a rest. Daddy calls you Baby Beethoven and Baby Mozart.
Love you two,
Mommy
I love you so much. You are growing strong. We made it through another milestone and passed the Glucose test! Yay! Good job. I can tell you are both getting bigger, as Mommy feels bigger and has a harder time navigating daily life, ie I use Daddy's arms and chest to push myself up in the morning and get up from a sitting position. He is a wonderful father to you already. So loving and caring, and always looking out for whats best for us.
You both are much more active now too. Large roundhouse kicks to the stomach, and we can also see your feet slide across my belly. It's a beautiful thing, and we thank God for all your growth.
I play you Mozart at work, find ways to kick my feet up, and even take 20 minutes after eating lunch to close my eyes for a few minutes and sit in the dark - giving us all a rest. Daddy calls you Baby Beethoven and Baby Mozart.
Love you two,
Mommy
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Almost 20 weeks
Happy Valentine's Day! Hard to believe I'm almost at 20 weeks now! I'm still feeling good, in fact probably the best I've felt has been over the past 2 weeks. Lots more energy, and nothing in my body has really been aching. Praise God! I'm appreciating every moment of it.
I had a realization today that I probably can't eat chocolate anymore...it seemed to cause a bit of acid reflux. Oh well. I'll just have to stick to hot cocoa.
The babies are moving a bunch now. The Mr. has felt both of them move (movements on opposite sides of my stomach). I love it. This is an absolutely amazing feeling. They usually start moving around 9pm (when I get settled in bed at the end of the day).
I pray to God each day these sweet babes are growing healthy and strong. We praise Him for all he has given us. Next week is the big ultrasound.
I had a realization today that I probably can't eat chocolate anymore...it seemed to cause a bit of acid reflux. Oh well. I'll just have to stick to hot cocoa.
The babies are moving a bunch now. The Mr. has felt both of them move (movements on opposite sides of my stomach). I love it. This is an absolutely amazing feeling. They usually start moving around 9pm (when I get settled in bed at the end of the day).
Wednesday, February 08, 2012
Cravings
Lately I've been craving strawberries. I can't seem to get enough of them. You two little berries are certainly growing as well!
Friday, January 27, 2012
Amazingly Good
We found out what you sweet little babes are yesterday. Again, another very monumental day in our lives! One of you is a boy, and one of you is a girl. My heart leaps for joy, and I'm overwhelmed with excitement. Your father and I, and your entire family are praying for you both daily - that you may grow strong and healthy to be little warriors for God.
Monday, January 09, 2012
God Has Blessed Us
God has so blessed us and we are happy to announce we are pregnant with twins! Two precious lives God has entrusted us with. Right now I'm focused on taking good care of myself and the Mr., and nourishing these babies to grow. Everyday I pray for them, and their health, and for the Mr. and I to have the wisdom to care for these two sweet babes.
I've had more energy lately, although I've reached the point where I have to eat every 2 hours or I get the morning sickness/nausea/vomiting especially around 9 or 10 in the morning. These babies are metabolizing everything I put in my body very quickly. I'm trying to keep them fed so we all feel good! It's just crazy how much I'm eating right now, and the weight really isnt adding on quickly. Maybe once the babies get bigger:)
Right now I'm 14.5 weeks.
Cravings: Love anything cold. Popsicles, icees, ice water (which I used to hate), and smoothies. So odd for someone who used to be chilly all the time.
Aversions: Still HATE the smell of anything with bbq sauce. No ribs or wings here please!
I've had more energy lately, although I've reached the point where I have to eat every 2 hours or I get the morning sickness/nausea/vomiting especially around 9 or 10 in the morning. These babies are metabolizing everything I put in my body very quickly. I'm trying to keep them fed so we all feel good! It's just crazy how much I'm eating right now, and the weight really isnt adding on quickly. Maybe once the babies get bigger:)
Right now I'm 14.5 weeks.
Cravings: Love anything cold. Popsicles, icees, ice water (which I used to hate), and smoothies. So odd for someone who used to be chilly all the time.
Aversions: Still HATE the smell of anything with bbq sauce. No ribs or wings here please!
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Monday, July 18, 2011
Family Fest
This is a really quick post so I can jot a couple of really memorable moments down from our Family Fest Reunion this weekend
1. Spades tournaments and never ending games
2. Eric taxiing everyone
3. Mike playing the banjo/ukelele
4. Heidi getting to play monopoly
5. Swimming with all of my cousins / twists off the boat onto the trampoline
6. Oma's little toast
7. Jacob's party hat
8. Uncle Mark's living legend tshirt
1. Spades tournaments and never ending games
2. Eric taxiing everyone
3. Mike playing the banjo/ukelele
4. Heidi getting to play monopoly
5. Swimming with all of my cousins / twists off the boat onto the trampoline
6. Oma's little toast
7. Jacob's party hat
8. Uncle Mark's living legend tshirt
Friday, July 01, 2011
This is a good life
This is a good life. Lately everywhere I turn I'm reminded of God's provision and blessings. From the color of the sunset to the windows down in the car with the wind blowing or the giant zucchini growing in our backyard!
I heard a story the other day about a father who was extremely positive, so positive in fact that people would try to say something negative to him just to try and see if they could get him - as a joke - to say "gotcha!" But to no avail, he would always take what they would say and spin it into something positive!
That's my goal. To take those negative things that people spew and spin them on their head into something positive. I'll keep you posted on how they react!
I heard a story the other day about a father who was extremely positive, so positive in fact that people would try to say something negative to him just to try and see if they could get him - as a joke - to say "gotcha!" But to no avail, he would always take what they would say and spin it into something positive!
That's my goal. To take those negative things that people spew and spin them on their head into something positive. I'll keep you posted on how they react!
Tuesday, June 07, 2011
Something New
Over Memorial Day we endured the plane ride out to California for a rendevue with family, check out SoCal, and meet up with some old friends. The weather was absolutely amazing, boasting a 70 degree temperature with a breeze. I did manage to get a tan, one that includes lines on my feet from sandals.
We saw Palm Desert, Santa Monica, and the Hollywood area. We played with my littlest cousin, I rode a camel, and sat in as extras on the Entourage set. We rode a ferris wheel, read by the poolside, and I tried on a goofy hat. It was a perfectly fun time.
I love sharing new experiences with my husband. While a new experience by yourself can be thrilling, to share it with someone is even more delightful. Now when I remember what the Santa Monica skyline looked like at night from the top of the ferris wheel, I can turn to him and he'll smile too!
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Friday, May 06, 2011
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Starting from Seeds
Our life:
Growing seedlings that include: cucumber, 2 varieties of tomatoes, peppers (only 1 is sprouting), basil, thyme, and oregano.
Hopefully it will be good eating this summer!
This weekend we put in our raised bed garden in the backyard. Love the little river pebbles. My Mr. is a genius!
Growing seedlings that include: cucumber, 2 varieties of tomatoes, peppers (only 1 is sprouting), basil, thyme, and oregano.
This weekend we put in our raised bed garden in the backyard. Love the little river pebbles. My Mr. is a genius!
Friday, April 08, 2011
Thursday, March 24, 2011
A Little Birdy...In my Wreath!
My wreath was hanging on the garage door when I came into the house the other night. What was it doing there, I thought?
That's when my husband told me he had to move it because a little birdy had been building a nest in my wreath. Claiming it as her very own home.
When my husband (who is much taller then me) took the wreath down from the hanger, low and behold it was true...there was a small, neatly kept looking nest right there in the center of my wreath. Apparently it was a smart little birdy, who knew that our porch would provide it with just the right amount of protection from the spring showers and weather elements.
Here it is!
That's when my husband told me he had to move it because a little birdy had been building a nest in my wreath. Claiming it as her very own home.
When my husband (who is much taller then me) took the wreath down from the hanger, low and behold it was true...there was a small, neatly kept looking nest right there in the center of my wreath. Apparently it was a smart little birdy, who knew that our porch would provide it with just the right amount of protection from the spring showers and weather elements.
Here it is!
Friday, March 18, 2011
One of the most beautiful times
One of my favorite times of the year in this area of the world is Spring! The buds on the trees are popping, the mornings are perfectly cool, and the evenings are filled with the sounds of chirping crickets. The Lord has given us such beauty!
Thursday, March 10, 2011
What we become in life.
I really like this part
"Your worldview does determine everything else in your life. It determines your decisions, it determines your relationships, it determines your level of confidence.
What we believe determines our behavior, and our behavior determines what we become in life."
"Your worldview does determine everything else in your life. It determines your decisions, it determines your relationships, it determines your level of confidence.
What we believe determines our behavior, and our behavior determines what we become in life."
Wednesday, March 09, 2011
Dear Life
Dear Life,
I love the way you are always challenging me to be a better person. I love that you like to throw me curve balls once in awhile to make sure I'm really practicing what I'm preaching. You're good like that. You say "make your heart bigger!"
I also love that March always brings rain. And by rain I mean giant puddles for me to jump over when I run from place to place.
Thanks again!
Me
I love the way you are always challenging me to be a better person. I love that you like to throw me curve balls once in awhile to make sure I'm really practicing what I'm preaching. You're good like that. You say "make your heart bigger!"
I also love that March always brings rain. And by rain I mean giant puddles for me to jump over when I run from place to place.
Thanks again!
Me
Friday, March 04, 2011
This is one interesting site! It's a virtual pinboard!! If I didn't have quite so much going on right now I'm sure I could easily spend hours browsing and liking and pinning items!
Love Marta Writes (blog) and her pinterest just as cute! http://pinterest.com/martawrites/
Love the inspiration flowing off pinterest. Too fun for words.
Now for a visual of the weekend to come....
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Love Marta Writes (blog) and her pinterest just as cute! http://pinterest.com/martawrites/
Love the inspiration flowing off pinterest. Too fun for words.
Now for a visual of the weekend to come....
Wednesday, March 02, 2011
Holy Bikes!
How awesome is this! A bike shop in Germany hung 120 bicycles outside their shop to advertise.
Love it!
Monday, February 21, 2011
Beliefs
Lately I've been thinking hard about what it means to be a Christian, especially in today's world. It's tough. If you think for a minute it's easy, you are kidding yourself.
The world throws messages at us all day. About what to think. What to eat, what to wear, and what to watch. About what to do. And even about what to believe and take as truth.
I have to wonder if I went around asking people, "Are you Christian?" how many would say yes. And then if asked "Why are you Christian?" would answer because I believe in Jesus.
So does that make you a Christian? And who is this Jesus that you believe in?
In the same way that I may believe in the devil, it doesn't make me a devil worshiper.
So who is it that we believe in? Who is this Jesus? What is He like? And what does He demand of us? Yes, I use the word demand because He does demand certain things of His people. This is the question that really speaks to me. This is the question we should all want to answer.
This is where being a Christian calls us to put in the hard work and to study, and wrestle, and learn the word of God (the bible). For how can we truly know who God is without studying and learning his word. We cannot simply go by what the world tells us about Him, we need to learn it for ourselves. For how can we be expected to share about Him if we don't know it ourselves.
How can we know how to love? How to worship? How to treat our friends? Our family? Or our co-workers. How to handle money? And enemies?
When I open my bible, all the answers are before me. It is my job to learn them.
The world throws messages at us all day. About what to think. What to eat, what to wear, and what to watch. About what to do. And even about what to believe and take as truth.
I have to wonder if I went around asking people, "Are you Christian?" how many would say yes. And then if asked "Why are you Christian?" would answer because I believe in Jesus.
So does that make you a Christian? And who is this Jesus that you believe in?
In the same way that I may believe in the devil, it doesn't make me a devil worshiper.
So who is it that we believe in? Who is this Jesus? What is He like? And what does He demand of us? Yes, I use the word demand because He does demand certain things of His people. This is the question that really speaks to me. This is the question we should all want to answer.
This is where being a Christian calls us to put in the hard work and to study, and wrestle, and learn the word of God (the bible). For how can we truly know who God is without studying and learning his word. We cannot simply go by what the world tells us about Him, we need to learn it for ourselves. For how can we be expected to share about Him if we don't know it ourselves.
How can we know how to love? How to worship? How to treat our friends? Our family? Or our co-workers. How to handle money? And enemies?
When I open my bible, all the answers are before me. It is my job to learn them.
Matthew 4:4
4 Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’a”
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Weekend Recap
What a great weekend! Blessings everywhere. The weather was beautiful Saturday, and we were able to get outside and get a hike in. We found a new area to explore not far from our house. We ended up hiking for an hour and a half, and were able to take Gibson along!
Here he is after the hike on the car ride home. Passed out! Cute little guy.
In other exciting news, we finished our entry way organizer system! A big shout out to my Mr. who really put a lot of time into this. I helped, mostly with the staining work. But we built this from scratch using plans from Ana White's blog! We just hung it up this afternoon. Next up, having fun decorating it!
I hope your weekend has treated you just as GrEat!
Here he is after the hike on the car ride home. Passed out! Cute little guy.
In other exciting news, we finished our entry way organizer system! A big shout out to my Mr. who really put a lot of time into this. I helped, mostly with the staining work. But we built this from scratch using plans from Ana White's blog! We just hung it up this afternoon. Next up, having fun decorating it!
I hope your weekend has treated you just as GrEat!
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Monday, February 14, 2011
Weekend
My dearest and I don't really get all into the Valentine's Day stuff. We think it's really something just fun for kids to celebrate, and that Hallmark truly invented it.
My thoughts are that I don't need one day to remind my man of what he does everyday! I am one lucky girl that my husband declares his love to me each day.
While we might seem all grinch-like, I'll have you know we will go out to a fun dinner tonight (just so we don't have to cook:))!
ps I also made cupcakes for my husband to bring to work!
Friday, February 04, 2011
Lessons Learned - Great song
I've learned a lot
from you
Over the past
few years
I couldn't
have asked
for
a
better lesson
than
you.
from you
Over the past
few years
I couldn't
have asked
for
a
better lesson
than
you.
Thursday, February 03, 2011
Favorites of the Moment: Cardigans, Early Grey and ...
Fav piece of clothing: the cardigan. My go to piece. Can work with work outfits or cute casual pieceFav hot beverage: Earl Grey Latte (from Sbucks). Just the right amount of sweetness, low on calories, and half the amount of caffeine found in coffee. Cool fact: Bergamot (flavour found in earl grey) is a lime tree that is grown in Italy and the South of France and its fruit gives Earl Grey a light spicy flavour. ***another reason I must go to Italy
Fav Song: April Smith - Colors and Amos Lee - Windows are Rolled Down (can't wait till it's warm enough to do that again!)
Fav Morning Reading: The Writer's Almanac with Garrison Keillor Writer's Almanac
Fav Pass Time: The Mr. and I play Little Big Planet 2 in the evenings, and laughing hard as we fly around and change our costumes up
Fav Exercise: Still spinnnnn class. You'd think it might get old, but oh no. It's not. It's still hot in my book.
Fav Book: The Dirty Life - all about a journalist who abandons her NYC heels for farm life
What are some of your favorite things as of late???
Friday, January 28, 2011
Sunshine State of Mind
Good Morning World!
Today I am headed towards the sunshine! It's my girls weekend and what could be better then meeting up in a sunny place! On the agenda is: chat, chat, chat, catch up, hot tubbing, shopping, exploring, late night chats, and just in general being together!
Can't wait!
I'm blessed to be able to spend time with my friends:)
Have a wonderful weekend!
Today I am headed towards the sunshine! It's my girls weekend and what could be better then meeting up in a sunny place! On the agenda is: chat, chat, chat, catch up, hot tubbing, shopping, exploring, late night chats, and just in general being together!
I'm blessed to be able to spend time with my friends:)
Have a wonderful weekend!
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
The Mind Plays Tricks
My mind played a trick on me last night. It tried to convince me that I was in a funk, and not contributing enough. It tried to tangle me in a web of doubt.
Do you ever have moments like this? I know this chapter in life is about building foundations. But sometimes when I'm not looking the little thorns of the world try to stab me and prick me with feelings of impatience. I have to remain steady at the helm.
My Grateful List:
1. For my amazing husband
2. For being able to have delicious food on the table every night
3. For the opportunity to teach our young girls class at church
4. For getting to visit with good friends this weekend
5. For a warm office, friendly colleagues, and challenging work
6. For a God who takes me as I am
Do you ever have moments like this? I know this chapter in life is about building foundations. But sometimes when I'm not looking the little thorns of the world try to stab me and prick me with feelings of impatience. I have to remain steady at the helm.
My Grateful List:
1. For my amazing husband
2. For being able to have delicious food on the table every night
3. For the opportunity to teach our young girls class at church
4. For getting to visit with good friends this weekend
5. For a warm office, friendly colleagues, and challenging work
6. For a God who takes me as I am
Friday, January 21, 2011
Hi, pretty little things
Hi! You pretty little things, it's Friday! Yay! I still get quite the thrill over this simple day of the week. What have you been up to lately?
This week was made up of visits, goals for the future, and lots of lotion to sooth dry hands. It's the little things again, see.
I'm ready for the full on sunshine of the south to come back. But until it does, I'm heading down to FL to meet up with my two best college girls next weekend! Woot!
This week was made up of visits, goals for the future, and lots of lotion to sooth dry hands. It's the little things again, see.
I'm ready for the full on sunshine of the south to come back. But until it does, I'm heading down to FL to meet up with my two best college girls next weekend! Woot!
Friday, January 07, 2011
Hello Dear Blog
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| December 13th 2010 |
It's 2011. Twenty-eleven! Yes, it's true. We had quite the journey over Christmas break. We started with a road trip up to Chicago, enjoyed the snowy climate, a trip to the emergency vet, and a road trip down to Middle TN. After that I loved being home for the remainder of 2010 leading up the the new year.
Last year was a wonderful one. I have so much to be grateful for. Health, family, friends, a church to call home, rewarding work, and the list goes on. I am so thankful for my own little family, all three of us (the Mr., Gibson, and myself). I can't imagine my life without those two. There was something so great about celebrating our 2nd Christmas together as husband and wife. To enjoy our own traditions for a 2nd year in a row. To know where the Christmas tree would go, and all the little memories we had as we took things out of storage.
I'm looking forward to 2011 to cultivate more. More in my relationships, more in creativity, more in God, and more in life. This year is about cultivating the foundation.
It's good to be here.
I hope you and yours had a sparkling holiday season, and are full of hope for 2011.
Always an Em
Monday, November 22, 2010
Gratefulness
Thanksgiving is upon us! It's hard to believe it's here.
I've been thinking about what I'm thankful for lately. Just spending a few moments in self reflection, thinking about all the little things adding up to that make my life so great. The word great doesn't do what I'm trying to describe justice. My life feels peaceful, joyous, and with just the right of challenge.
I read today that "Gratefulness is thankfulness in action." I like that statement. For a feeling with action is just well, a feeling.
From here till Thanksgiving I'm going to show my gratefulness to those around me and give them a glimpse of how Thankful I really am.
I've been thinking about what I'm thankful for lately. Just spending a few moments in self reflection, thinking about all the little things adding up to that make my life so great. The word great doesn't do what I'm trying to describe justice. My life feels peaceful, joyous, and with just the right of challenge.
I read today that "Gratefulness is thankfulness in action." I like that statement. For a feeling with action is just well, a feeling.
From here till Thanksgiving I'm going to show my gratefulness to those around me and give them a glimpse of how Thankful I really am.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
1 year
It's getting darker outside.
Darkness, like a warm winter comforter stretches itself slowly across the sky. Blanketing the night, I can no longer see the mountains on the horizon. It's bitter sweet. Waking up to the slanting light but by dinner no sign of the dawn.
We traveled to New York City for our 1 year anniversary. Central Park was gorgeous, a date at the art museum was cozy, and ice skating in Rockefeller Plaza at midnight was well...unforgettable.
It was the Mr.'s first time ice skating. So that made it extra special. I loved watching as he would observe the skaters, seeing how they balanced and shifted their weight from foot to foot. I loved watching him gradually become more comfortable until he let go and thoroughly enjoyed the feeling of gliding on ice. And I especially loved when he became comfortable enough to let us hold hands.
Snapshots of trip:
Our days of adventure in the city marked us with chilly hands, but warm hearts. That city is magical at night.
Thank you to my Mr. for making life so grand. Here's to a great start, our 1 year, and here's to the many more to come.
Darkness, like a warm winter comforter stretches itself slowly across the sky. Blanketing the night, I can no longer see the mountains on the horizon. It's bitter sweet. Waking up to the slanting light but by dinner no sign of the dawn.
We traveled to New York City for our 1 year anniversary. Central Park was gorgeous, a date at the art museum was cozy, and ice skating in Rockefeller Plaza at midnight was well...unforgettable.
It was the Mr.'s first time ice skating. So that made it extra special. I loved watching as he would observe the skaters, seeing how they balanced and shifted their weight from foot to foot. I loved watching him gradually become more comfortable until he let go and thoroughly enjoyed the feeling of gliding on ice. And I especially loved when he became comfortable enough to let us hold hands.
Snapshots of trip:
- Promises, Promises on Broadway
- Cupcakes at Magnolia Bakery
- Getting dizzy over the view from our room - it was on the 37th floor!
- Macy's holiday windows
- All the languages we overheard
- Watching the NYC Marathon the morning of our 1 yr. anniversary
- 3 filets at Quality Meats
- Afternoon nap
- Side trip to Chelsea and Bill's Burgers
- The Mr.'s ability to warm my hands
Our days of adventure in the city marked us with chilly hands, but warm hearts. That city is magical at night.
Thank you to my Mr. for making life so grand. Here's to a great start, our 1 year, and here's to the many more to come.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Be Still and Still Moving
Our world is fast, crazy, sporadic jolts of information, noise, and beauty. I translate one language to another instantly, breathlessly. Deciphering email, to google, to letters, excel, to human to heart. How does the mind keep up?
Sometimes when it's quiet there is a part of me inside that echoes "you were made for this." For the stillness. I was not made for the noisy, clamorous, clanging world. Often what is seen as my dramatic reactions to loud noises is actually my inner musician proclaiming to the world to turn off the bass drum.
T.S. Eliot touches on this in his poem East Coker part V.
TS (I'm taking a chance calling him that) perfectly describes that dichotomy of life. I must be able to carry that quiet, content peace with me as I'm moving, juggling, and seeking in this often cacophonous, slightly out-of-tune symphony directed by Life. Again...
This practice of being still and still moving is probably one of my life's works in progress. To walk in a way that wherever I go I'm still inside. Just think about what that really means. To not be shaken? To have contentment beyond what you see? How do you remain still inside amongst such a loud world? I find hope in that as I become better at being still the world will become just another instrument for me to harmonize with.
...interesting enough the bible talks in detail about being still and knowing that He is God. Sounds like humans have been working at and pondering this for ages.
Sometimes when it's quiet there is a part of me inside that echoes "you were made for this." For the stillness. I was not made for the noisy, clamorous, clanging world. Often what is seen as my dramatic reactions to loud noises is actually my inner musician proclaiming to the world to turn off the bass drum.
T.S. Eliot touches on this in his poem East Coker part V.
Here and there does not matter We must be still and still moving <---(He really gets it right here) Into another intensity For a further union, a deeper communion
..."We must be still and still moving."TS (I'm taking a chance calling him that) perfectly describes that dichotomy of life. I must be able to carry that quiet, content peace with me as I'm moving, juggling, and seeking in this often cacophonous, slightly out-of-tune symphony directed by Life. Again...
...interesting enough the bible talks in detail about being still and knowing that He is God. Sounds like humans have been working at and pondering this for ages.
Friday, October 15, 2010
Spinning
The Mr. and I have recently discovered the art of spinning. No, not spinning in circles from our busy schedule, but spinning as in cycling.
Prior to the last few weeks, spin class always seemed to be that intimidating beast that hides in the dark cave of the gym. A place where only real warriors with courage would go to slay the dragon. But one day, the Mr. spotted that little entry on the gym calendar "Spin Class" and beckoned for us to venture into this land of the unknown. Gathering up courage and gusto, with a cute pair of running shorts we wandered into this new territory.
Ever since then, we've been teasing our athletic appetites with this class. We've found gears we didn't know existed and a gazillion ways to hold the handlebars. And above all else, we found we actually liked it. Averaging between 15 - 25 miles per class, spin requires our focus, balance, and use of a whole lot of leg and will power. Slowly but surely we caught on, despite that we didn't wear the spandex and probably never will.
As tired as we feel after class, we keep going back for more. Endlessly spinning our legs in circles, until they feel as if they are about to fall off. We quickly forget about the agony of the 5 minute sprints and stare at the neon calendar hanging on the fridge looking for the next class we can make.
There in the darker cave of the gym, I adjust my seats and handlebars and hop on the bike ready to take on another personal challenge. I warm up early. The Mr. arriving a few minutes later makes a game out of trying to catch up to my mileage. Even though his legs are twice the length of mine, I still got game. My body aches, but it's the kind of ache that lets you know you've worked. You've finished. And that dinner is a well earned prize at the end of the night.
And while I may not be going into any dark caves to slay dragons anytime soon, I know that spin class is a monster I have strength to overcome.
As the class comes to an end and we fall off our bikes and take our spaghetti legs home, I'm reminded and thankful I have someone to share the rewarding homemade meal with as well as the personal victory.
We are mad spinners.
Prior to the last few weeks, spin class always seemed to be that intimidating beast that hides in the dark cave of the gym. A place where only real warriors with courage would go to slay the dragon. But one day, the Mr. spotted that little entry on the gym calendar "Spin Class" and beckoned for us to venture into this land of the unknown. Gathering up courage and gusto, with a cute pair of running shorts we wandered into this new territory.
Ever since then, we've been teasing our athletic appetites with this class. We've found gears we didn't know existed and a gazillion ways to hold the handlebars. And above all else, we found we actually liked it. Averaging between 15 - 25 miles per class, spin requires our focus, balance, and use of a whole lot of leg and will power. Slowly but surely we caught on, despite that we didn't wear the spandex and probably never will.
As tired as we feel after class, we keep going back for more. Endlessly spinning our legs in circles, until they feel as if they are about to fall off. We quickly forget about the agony of the 5 minute sprints and stare at the neon calendar hanging on the fridge looking for the next class we can make.
There in the darker cave of the gym, I adjust my seats and handlebars and hop on the bike ready to take on another personal challenge. I warm up early. The Mr. arriving a few minutes later makes a game out of trying to catch up to my mileage. Even though his legs are twice the length of mine, I still got game. My body aches, but it's the kind of ache that lets you know you've worked. You've finished. And that dinner is a well earned prize at the end of the night.
And while I may not be going into any dark caves to slay dragons anytime soon, I know that spin class is a monster I have strength to overcome.
As the class comes to an end and we fall off our bikes and take our spaghetti legs home, I'm reminded and thankful I have someone to share the rewarding homemade meal with as well as the personal victory.
We are mad spinners.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Thinking About...
Lately I've been day dreaming about...
The quote from Alice in Wonderland
The changing Fall leaves and the beauty around us.
What Central Park will look like in November...
The quote from Alice in Wonderland
“There is no use trying, said Alice; one can't believe impossible things. I dare say you haven't had much practice, said the Queen. When I was your age, I always did it for half an hour a day. Why, sometimes I've believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast.”
We have to imagine the impossible
The changing Fall leaves and the beauty around us.
What Central Park will look like in November...
Thursday, September 23, 2010
What defines Love?
What defines Love?
How do you show love to your husband or wife? How does a child demonstrate love toward their parents?
Is it merely belief?
Taking this one step further, how do I demonstrate my love for Christ?
What if I told my husband I just believe that I love you, would that be enough?
My love for my husband is not merely defined by my belief, in that I love him, but more so by my obedience in my love. You're probably saying wait a moment - but obedience is not just subordination, it's an attitude of the heart. My obedience is (attitude of my heart) in talking with him daily, respecting, spending time together, cultivating new interests, listening...the list goes on.
And the second example, a child to a parent demonstrates love by following directions, showing respect, listening, and in general being obedient...
The bible tells us that we demonstrate love for Christ in these same ways. It is not enough to just say "I believe in Him." The bible urges us to follow his commandments, and in following His commandments we demonstrate the ultimate Love - obedience. God knows we have a choice, that is free will to choose how we conduct ourselves daily. But in Love for Him we choose to follow him with obedience.
Repeatedly we are told to Love the Lord:
Luke 10:27 (New International Version)
27He answered: " 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind'; and, 'Love your neighbor as yourself."
Matthew 22:37
37Jesus replied: " 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.'
And again in Mark
Mark 12:30
30Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.'
Mark 12: 28 - 30
28One of the teachers of the law came and heard them debating. Noticing that Jesus had given them a good answer, he asked him, "Of all the commandments, which is the most important?"
29"The most important one," answered Jesus, "is this: 'Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God, the Lord is one. 30Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.'
So how do you show Love to the Lord?
Joshua 22:5
5 ...keep the commandment and the law that Moses the servant of the LORD gave you: to love the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, to obey his commands, to hold fast to him and to serve him with all your heart and all your soul."
John 14:23
23Jesus replied, "If anyone loves me, he will obey my teaching. My Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him.
John 15:10
10If you obey my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have obeyed my Father's commands and remain in his love.
Matthew 19:17
17"Why do you ask me about what is good?" Jesus replied. "There is only One who is good. If you want to enter life, obey the commandments."
This kind of attitude of the heart is something I have to work at everyday. It's not easy, the selfish, the I, wants to be first. But this type of love is worth working for.
In the end, we are doing His will or we aren't. There is no in between. And we can see examples from the bible that show us the consequences our decisions.
When we are obedient to the word and show our love, God's love is made complete as seen in 1 John 2:5-6 below.
1 John 2:5-6
5But if anyone obeys his word, God's love is truly made complete in him. This is how we know we are in him: 6Whoever claims to live in him must walk as Jesus did.
So what are these commandments He asks us to obey? What did Jesus' walk look like?
How do you show love to your husband or wife? How does a child demonstrate love toward their parents?
Is it merely belief?
Taking this one step further, how do I demonstrate my love for Christ?
What if I told my husband I just believe that I love you, would that be enough?
My love for my husband is not merely defined by my belief, in that I love him, but more so by my obedience in my love. You're probably saying wait a moment - but obedience is not just subordination, it's an attitude of the heart. My obedience is (attitude of my heart) in talking with him daily, respecting, spending time together, cultivating new interests, listening...the list goes on.
And the second example, a child to a parent demonstrates love by following directions, showing respect, listening, and in general being obedient...
The bible tells us that we demonstrate love for Christ in these same ways. It is not enough to just say "I believe in Him." The bible urges us to follow his commandments, and in following His commandments we demonstrate the ultimate Love - obedience. God knows we have a choice, that is free will to choose how we conduct ourselves daily. But in Love for Him we choose to follow him with obedience.
Repeatedly we are told to Love the Lord:
Luke 10:27 (New International Version)
27He answered: " 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind'; and, 'Love your neighbor as yourself."
Matthew 22:37
37Jesus replied: " 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.'
And again in Mark
Mark 12:30
30Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.'
Mark 12: 28 - 30
28One of the teachers of the law came and heard them debating. Noticing that Jesus had given them a good answer, he asked him, "Of all the commandments, which is the most important?"
29"The most important one," answered Jesus, "is this: 'Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God, the Lord is one. 30Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.'
So how do you show Love to the Lord?
Joshua 22:5
5 ...keep the commandment and the law that Moses the servant of the LORD gave you: to love the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, to obey his commands, to hold fast to him and to serve him with all your heart and all your soul."
John 14:23
23Jesus replied, "If anyone loves me, he will obey my teaching. My Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him.
John 15:10
10If you obey my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have obeyed my Father's commands and remain in his love.
Matthew 19:17
17"Why do you ask me about what is good?" Jesus replied. "There is only One who is good. If you want to enter life, obey the commandments."
This kind of attitude of the heart is something I have to work at everyday. It's not easy, the selfish, the I, wants to be first. But this type of love is worth working for.
In the end, we are doing His will or we aren't. There is no in between. And we can see examples from the bible that show us the consequences our decisions.
When we are obedient to the word and show our love, God's love is made complete as seen in 1 John 2:5-6 below.
1 John 2:5-6
5But if anyone obeys his word, God's love is truly made complete in him. This is how we know we are in him: 6Whoever claims to live in him must walk as Jesus did.
So what are these commandments He asks us to obey? What did Jesus' walk look like?
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Friday, September 17, 2010
8 Things: Savannah
The Mr. and I just returned from our wonderful vacation in Savannah, GA. It was **absolutley!!** amazing! We really fell in love with that little city.
1. We walked everywhere all the time. From square to square and secret garden to historic home, hand in hand.
2. The trees are gorgeous. Long oak branches provide a frame for the city. It's as if everywhere you look you are seeing fountains, dogs, and buildings decoupaged by sweeping limbs.
3. The food is delectable. After walking miles all day we certainly rewarded ourselves with decedent meals in little pubs and grandiose homes throughout the city.
4. Dog haven. Savannah loves dogs, and therefore we loved Savannah. There were too many restaurants to count that allowed Fido to come and sit on the patio. Gibson made friends at each corner tree.
5. Charm is Savannah's middle name. Around each corner we discovered a new treasure, perhaps another square with a fountain that the city dwellers basked in when the mercury levels shot up to 99, or the square faces of lions that were actually drain spouts on homes from the 1900s. We got lost in this cities charm.
to be continued...
1. We walked everywhere all the time. From square to square and secret garden to historic home, hand in hand.
2. The trees are gorgeous. Long oak branches provide a frame for the city. It's as if everywhere you look you are seeing fountains, dogs, and buildings decoupaged by sweeping limbs.
3. The food is delectable. After walking miles all day we certainly rewarded ourselves with decedent meals in little pubs and grandiose homes throughout the city.
4. Dog haven. Savannah loves dogs, and therefore we loved Savannah. There were too many restaurants to count that allowed Fido to come and sit on the patio. Gibson made friends at each corner tree.
5. Charm is Savannah's middle name. Around each corner we discovered a new treasure, perhaps another square with a fountain that the city dwellers basked in when the mercury levels shot up to 99, or the square faces of lions that were actually drain spouts on homes from the 1900s. We got lost in this cities charm.
to be continued...
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Craft Therapy
Our lists of groceries, to-do things, and remembers is taped to our fridge. Reminding me of the daily up keep required to turn the wheels of the day.
I've been thinking lately of some projects, crafty projects I'd like to pursue on the side to keep the artistic part of my brain going. Somehow mowing the lawn doesn't satisfy it. Perhaps a sewing endevor or a homemade wreath for the front door this autumn? Or jewelry making!
Sometimes I long for my aunts and mother, who always seem to have a creative side project going on. They inspire me. Even though they are a few hundred miles away, I need to set about my own crafty work here.
I've been thinking lately of some projects, crafty projects I'd like to pursue on the side to keep the artistic part of my brain going. Somehow mowing the lawn doesn't satisfy it. Perhaps a sewing endevor or a homemade wreath for the front door this autumn? Or jewelry making!
Sometimes I long for my aunts and mother, who always seem to have a creative side project going on. They inspire me. Even though they are a few hundred miles away, I need to set about my own crafty work here.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Cute Email Exchange
I know I sometimes wonder if we've lost the art of old fashioned letters, with our lives being taken over my emails and texts instead.
But yesterday I was kindly reminded by my husband, that we have not. No he didn't send me an envelope with pen scratch expressing his undying love (although I'm sure he would if I asked him). Instead he wrote me a cute little email. Subject line: Would you go on a date with me?
The email followed with a date suggestion. I corresponded to say that I'd love to go on a date with him, and that I wasn't sure how I ended up with someone so cute to date!
In his email to follow he asked,
Can we date exclusively? For life?
(don't forget we are married now) He makes me laugh!
Just a cute little note to share!
But yesterday I was kindly reminded by my husband, that we have not. No he didn't send me an envelope with pen scratch expressing his undying love (although I'm sure he would if I asked him). Instead he wrote me a cute little email. Subject line: Would you go on a date with me?
The email followed with a date suggestion. I corresponded to say that I'd love to go on a date with him, and that I wasn't sure how I ended up with someone so cute to date!
In his email to follow he asked,
Can we date exclusively? For life?
(don't forget we are married now) He makes me laugh!
Just a cute little note to share!
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Greetings!
Greetings!
I realized summer is truly wrapping up. The kids were at the bus stop this morning, and the yellow school bus was rolling into the neighborhood. I smell fresh pencils!
Before Fall is in full swing I hope to capture a few more summer moments.
Try to:
Make homemade ice cream one more time
Light a few sparklers since we forgot on the 4th!
Picnic in Savannah, GA
Take a few more photos
It's been a wonderful summer, and my love and I have accomplished a few of our goals, including decorating and finding furniture for our living room. The weather although hot, has allowed for many ice cream dates:)
And we can't beat the sunset over the mountains. I know that all good around us represents our God, and if so, he certainly is beautiful!
I realized summer is truly wrapping up. The kids were at the bus stop this morning, and the yellow school bus was rolling into the neighborhood. I smell fresh pencils!
Before Fall is in full swing I hope to capture a few more summer moments.
Try to:
Make homemade ice cream one more time
Light a few sparklers since we forgot on the 4th!
Picnic in Savannah, GA
Take a few more photos
It's been a wonderful summer, and my love and I have accomplished a few of our goals, including decorating and finding furniture for our living room. The weather although hot, has allowed for many ice cream dates:)
And we can't beat the sunset over the mountains. I know that all good around us represents our God, and if so, he certainly is beautiful!
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
A Mouthful
The book is all about how her family challenged themselves to grow their own food, eat local fare, and try their best to consume organic food for one year. As I read more and more about heirloom seeds, the seasonal growing pattern, and just how very far many of the foods we consume and buy from our grocery store travel (millions of miles) I wanted to see what how the Mister and I could shape up our kitchen.
I started by really studying and reading what kinds of produce were available at my local chain grocery store. I specifically paid close attention to those little stickers you find on tomatoes, bananas, etc. Sometimes I could find out where the little guys came from, other times there was no sign and one could begin to wonder if it just appeared miraculously...(we know better then that!)
We also did some comparison shopping between our regular chain grocery store and 2 of the organic grocery stores in our area. Our comparison focused on quality, if it was locally grown (ie in the US? a state close by?), prices, and generally how the food tasted to us.
So far...the organic market is winning. We have noticed a significant difference in the taste of the chicken as well as the vegetables and fruits. The flavors are much more robust. I also appreciate knowing that my money is going towards supporting local farmers. In addition, I've been reading lots of labels and found out the the organic market does not carry any product that contains high fructose corn syrup (the yucky stuff!).
Now the big question I'm sure many of you are asking...how do the prices compare? To be honest, when you are simply a family of 2 and don't have to purchase TONS of food each week, we did not see a huge inflation in our grocery bill. You will find that most of the cost is from your meats, but for the Mister and I find this is a fair price to pay for getting much greater quality and a much tastier dining experience at our table every night.
And considering how often we cook - which we believe is greater then the average couple ...we are willing to challenge ourselves to see that what we are putting into our bodies is stuff that is actually good for us!
What do you guys do to try to eat healthy???
p.s. one last final thought...vegetables and fruits really are little miracles. have you ever stopped to ponder all of the little processes that take place so that can savor these delicious flavors! I tip my hat to farmers!!
Monday, July 26, 2010
Faith Journey
I had the blessing of attending the memorial service of a very inspirational man, Dan Kuban. Although I didn't know him well, his life still had touched mine over a spaghetti dinner I had with his family over a year ago. Before the memorial service in the evening, my husband and I went to a Habitat House Dedication in his honor. Him and his family donated their time, talents, and resources to building multiple habitat homes built both in Knoxville as well as in Mexico.
This man was a true example of what it means to be Christ like. Dan decreased so that Christ could increase in his life. Whenever people commented on his ever cheerful disposition or the work that had gone into building the homes, Dan always answered "It's Jesus." In addition to the memorial service, before we departed the church notes from Dan's journal entry entitled "What's the one thing I'd leave?" His entry was all about spending time in the bible. It speaks specifically to how the bible can answer all of our life's questions. It has the corresponding verses about: how to work, how to interact with our boss, co-workers, how to make decisions, how to handle money, how not to handle money, how to be a spouse, how to raise children, how to pray, how to take sorrow, how to be joyful, how to be healthy, how to preach, and how to follow the Lord.
I'm planning on my own personal bible study with his journal entry and do further reading on the verses he specifically points out. I may share my reflections on here.
As I continue my journey of faith I am constantly reminded of the importance to read and study the bible. This is what Christ left us so we can follow his example most closely. If we love Christ, it is our responsibility to express that love to him through understanding and obedience and continually to strive to live like he did, and there is no better place to learn how to do that then from the bible. Man has certainly taken things and twisted and woven them into his own, and it is my responsibility as a Christian to examine and re-examine what the bible says about how to live and how to worship and praise him and to do these things in the spirit of truth.
I must decrease so that He may increase.
This man was a true example of what it means to be Christ like. Dan decreased so that Christ could increase in his life. Whenever people commented on his ever cheerful disposition or the work that had gone into building the homes, Dan always answered "It's Jesus." In addition to the memorial service, before we departed the church notes from Dan's journal entry entitled "What's the one thing I'd leave?" His entry was all about spending time in the bible. It speaks specifically to how the bible can answer all of our life's questions. It has the corresponding verses about: how to work, how to interact with our boss, co-workers, how to make decisions, how to handle money, how not to handle money, how to be a spouse, how to raise children, how to pray, how to take sorrow, how to be joyful, how to be healthy, how to preach, and how to follow the Lord.
I'm planning on my own personal bible study with his journal entry and do further reading on the verses he specifically points out. I may share my reflections on here.
As I continue my journey of faith I am constantly reminded of the importance to read and study the bible. This is what Christ left us so we can follow his example most closely. If we love Christ, it is our responsibility to express that love to him through understanding and obedience and continually to strive to live like he did, and there is no better place to learn how to do that then from the bible. Man has certainly taken things and twisted and woven them into his own, and it is my responsibility as a Christian to examine and re-examine what the bible says about how to live and how to worship and praise him and to do these things in the spirit of truth.
I must decrease so that He may increase.
Thursday, July 15, 2010
27 Before 27
Since technically that is only 5 months away, I will make an acception to this list, to try to accomplish at least 5 things from it (that would mean 1 each month). Then the remaining items can carry over to the next years list 28 things before 28, and so on.
I'm going to try my best to just brainstorm some ideas and not get too bogged down in the logistics or the details on how these things will be accomplished.
To start:
1. Go camping with the Mr.
2. Ride a bike
3. Take more photographs
4. Attempt to make homemade cheese
5. Do a little bit of public speaking again -- I have 2 work projects that could provide opportunity for this
6. Weight train
7. Make a homemade wreath for the front door
8. Send a care package to someone
9. Map out a plan for landscaping the backyard
10. Go to the farmers market regularly
11. Attempt to write a chapter for the book
12. Organize our photos and put in album
13. Make s'mores this summer
To be continued....
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Long Lost Blog
I am a neglectful blog writer.
It's been quite awhile...hasn't it my dear friend.
Let's blame it on summer and playing. This summer my DH (dearest husband) and I have been on the hunt for furniture, mattresses, etc. We have been enjoying organic fruits and veggies, and loving home cooked meals. Gibson is great as always, and our siblings are all officially done with college and onto the working world! It's been fun to watch.
Life is good. I hope your summer is great!
Love,
E
It's been quite awhile...hasn't it my dear friend.
Let's blame it on summer and playing. This summer my DH (dearest husband) and I have been on the hunt for furniture, mattresses, etc. We have been enjoying organic fruits and veggies, and loving home cooked meals. Gibson is great as always, and our siblings are all officially done with college and onto the working world! It's been fun to watch.
Life is good. I hope your summer is great!
Love,
E
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
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Friday, June 11, 2010
Summer
When summer arrives I conjure up romantic moments filled with walking through the woods, along the beach, and random roadtrips.I think of spontaneous adventure. I dream of picnics complete with odd cheese and rustic bread. With my hair in braids, and the dog along side me and my book. I glimpse the afternoon sun, and a the touch of a cool breeze. I taste ice cream, complete with sprinkles. I smell wild flowers.
My dear summer in the south, please grant me a few romantic moments, won't you....
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Family is a Gift
Family is a gift that God gave each of us. For the past few months I've been praying for my sister and her husband as they navigated, thought, and prayed about their next step in life together.
As you may remember, I moved away from home in IL and have been away for a number of years now. I love my dear home state of TN, but do miss my family greatly. This being said, my sister just graduated and accepted a position for her first job here in TN! Both her and her husband are amazing people with kind hearts and unique talents that I know will serve their new home in ways we cannot imagine. We cannot wait for them to share the same home state with us! Soon they will only be within a few hours drive! God has blessed them, and in turn blessed us abundantly with more family and bringing my family closer!
God is good. My heart leaps for joy knowing how good He is. At the end of the day when my eyes meet the mountains view from our back porch, I remind myself this life is to serve Him and what a privilege it is.
As you may remember, I moved away from home in IL and have been away for a number of years now. I love my dear home state of TN, but do miss my family greatly. This being said, my sister just graduated and accepted a position for her first job here in TN! Both her and her husband are amazing people with kind hearts and unique talents that I know will serve their new home in ways we cannot imagine. We cannot wait for them to share the same home state with us! Soon they will only be within a few hours drive! God has blessed them, and in turn blessed us abundantly with more family and bringing my family closer!
God is good. My heart leaps for joy knowing how good He is. At the end of the day when my eyes meet the mountains view from our back porch, I remind myself this life is to serve Him and what a privilege it is.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
The Case of the Missing Updates
I haven't updated in forever! Things are great!
1. Spring has arrived!
2. Summer has practically arrived!
3. We've accomplished some major yardwork landscaping!
4. My wonderful family is moving to TN! Woo hoo
5. The Mr. and I have planned a vacation for late this summer!
Have a great day!
1. Spring has arrived!
2. Summer has practically arrived!
3. We've accomplished some major yardwork landscaping!
4. My wonderful family is moving to TN! Woo hoo
5. The Mr. and I have planned a vacation for late this summer!
Have a great day!
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