Friday, April 8, 2011
Benjamin - 6 months
It's hard to believe that my little guy turned seven months old today. It just so happened that we also received his six month portraits this morning. He hasn't changed too much in the last month, except for the fact that he has found his feet and loves to grab his toes. Enjoy!
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
A New Year Has Begun
Today is my 28th birthday. I can hardly believe I just wrote those words. It has been a very interesting year and an especially crazy few weeks. (More to come...)
I see this as the start of my "new year" instead on January 1st. I finally took down the pathetic Christmas banner this evening and look forward to having a new one posted tomorrow. Here's to a new year of more frequent postings and more photos!
I see this as the start of my "new year" instead on January 1st. I finally took down the pathetic Christmas banner this evening and look forward to having a new one posted tomorrow. Here's to a new year of more frequent postings and more photos!
Friday, March 18, 2011
Our New Life Has Begun
As you can see, it has been quite a while since I last wrote. After the first of the year, I resumed my life as busy working mom but this time with two kids in tow. There was no rest for the weary as I adjusted to working 10 hour days, up to 1 1/2 hours of commuting, and still trying to squeeze in time with my two boys and husband before cooking dinner, cleaning up the house, and collapsing into bed.
I've noticed that every time I think I am starting to gain some sort of control in my life, God throws a wrench into the works. Gone are the monthly updates to my blog heading (note I still have Christmas pictures posted), the time usually devoted to mindless crafting, and the times of lining up all of Brady's toys perfectly each night.
On Valentine's Day, we received some particularly devastating news. We see this as the beginning of our new life, our new normal. My father-in-law, Gary, had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Now for those of you who don't know, this type of cancer does not have a very good prognosis. We never expected to be faced with losing a parent at such a young age. We raced down to Florida the next day to take family pictures, go to Disney World, and spend time together..."just in case."
Over the last month we have been crying together, getting angry together, and rejoicing in the memories we've made over the last few years. There have been practical discussions about final arrangements, hospital visits, and the reminder that even though we are in our twenties we need to buy life insurance.
There have also been problems in our church. I will not go into details, but will comment that it's always hard to be a church staff member during times of transition. The stress related to Garrett's job has been frustrating, but we feel loved and supported by parents, students, and session members alike.
Needless to say, we need your prayers. Garrett and I know that we will make it through this time and the stress will pass. It's just hard when you're in the moment. Sorry to be so depressing, but I think it's important rejoice together in good times and mourn together in times of sorrow. Thank you for your love!
I've noticed that every time I think I am starting to gain some sort of control in my life, God throws a wrench into the works. Gone are the monthly updates to my blog heading (note I still have Christmas pictures posted), the time usually devoted to mindless crafting, and the times of lining up all of Brady's toys perfectly each night.
On Valentine's Day, we received some particularly devastating news. We see this as the beginning of our new life, our new normal. My father-in-law, Gary, had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Now for those of you who don't know, this type of cancer does not have a very good prognosis. We never expected to be faced with losing a parent at such a young age. We raced down to Florida the next day to take family pictures, go to Disney World, and spend time together..."just in case."
Over the last month we have been crying together, getting angry together, and rejoicing in the memories we've made over the last few years. There have been practical discussions about final arrangements, hospital visits, and the reminder that even though we are in our twenties we need to buy life insurance.
There have also been problems in our church. I will not go into details, but will comment that it's always hard to be a church staff member during times of transition. The stress related to Garrett's job has been frustrating, but we feel loved and supported by parents, students, and session members alike.
Needless to say, we need your prayers. Garrett and I know that we will make it through this time and the stress will pass. It's just hard when you're in the moment. Sorry to be so depressing, but I think it's important rejoice together in good times and mourn together in times of sorrow. Thank you for your love!
Monday, February 7, 2011
Thoughts of Thanks
Brady Edition:
31. Hearing him sing "Jesus Loves Me"
32. Watching him take pride in putting his shoes in his "shoe house"
33. How he lines everything up
34. How he recites lines to "Finding Nemo"
35. Seeing his joy in reading his Bible
36. His infectious smile and laughter
37. What Brady calls Ben - "Benja-boy William Walston"
38. Fingerpainting Valentine's Day cards
39. Cuddling on the couch while reading books
40. Playing catch with his football on Superbowl Sunday
31. Hearing him sing "Jesus Loves Me"
32. Watching him take pride in putting his shoes in his "shoe house"
33. How he lines everything up
34. How he recites lines to "Finding Nemo"
35. Seeing his joy in reading his Bible
36. His infectious smile and laughter
37. What Brady calls Ben - "Benja-boy William Walston"
38. Fingerpainting Valentine's Day cards
39. Cuddling on the couch while reading books
40. Playing catch with his football on Superbowl Sunday
Monday, January 31, 2011
Thoughts of Thanks
21. Handmade Quilts
22. Embroidery Thread
23. Macaroni and Cheese
24. 68 degree days in January
25. Brady's cute sayings
26. Reading the "Adam Book" Together (known to the rest of us as the Bible)
27. Pottery Barn Catalogs
28. Phone Calls with My Brothers
29. Babies That Sleep Through the Night
30. Getting Out of the Office on Time
22. Embroidery Thread
23. Macaroni and Cheese
24. 68 degree days in January
25. Brady's cute sayings
26. Reading the "Adam Book" Together (known to the rest of us as the Bible)
27. Pottery Barn Catalogs
28. Phone Calls with My Brothers
29. Babies That Sleep Through the Night
30. Getting Out of the Office on Time
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Baby Ben - 4 Months Old!
Baby Ben is officially 4 months old, 12 lbs 4 ounces, and 22 inches long. He still has a lot of catching up to do (in the 2nd percentile for weight and 0 percentile for height), but we're working on it. The best part, he sleeps through the night!
Monday, January 17, 2011
Thoughts of Thanks
Ten more things I am thankful for...
11. My grandparents
12. Heated seats in my car
13. Buy 2, Get 3 free soup at the grocery store
14. Friends getting engaged
15. Friends having babies
16. Texas Pete hot sauce
17. Bleach wipes
18. Hot coffee on a cold morning
19. My digital camera that captures so many of our precious family moments
20. My new Bible...thanks Gary and Lisa!
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