"Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee. Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established." Proverbs 4
Tuesday, January 06, 2009
Happy 19th!!
Happy Birthday, Therese Anne!! You're one of a kind. ;) We look forward to what God has in store for you these next couple of years. We love you!
"Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee. Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established." Proverbs 4
"Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee. Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established." Proverbs 4
Congratulations!
Congratulations to Kyle and Gretchen!!
The proud Papa: Alaina Hope (1-2-09)
Justin and I were on a date, and had to swing in to congratulate our friends and meet the Little Miss.
Gretchen looked great! Alaina is so cute! She was not even 12 hours old in these pictures. They were so excited...and so are we!
The proud Papa: Alaina Hope (1-2-09)
Justin and I were on a date, and had to swing in to congratulate our friends and meet the Little Miss.
Gretchen looked great! Alaina is so cute! She was not even 12 hours old in these pictures. They were so excited...and so are we!
Sunday, January 04, 2009
Re-reading a good book
I'm re-reading an excellent book I read last year. It's called "Passionate Housewives Desperate for God." It's one of those on my highly recommended list. One good enough to re-read. It's good because it hits so close to home...struggles that women struggle with...AND the biblical exhortation to go with it! Thought this was good...
"If you're feeling overwhelmed and desperate, you won't find the answer in yet another self-help book or in a temporal bottle of pills. More self-esteem won't quiet those inner yearnings or fears any more than a "better" body or new clothes will. Only Christ can satisfy your anxious heart and give you peace. Long for Him "as the deer pants for the water brooks" (Psalm 42:1). When your soul is disquieted, hope in God and prais His Holy name (Psalm 42:11)."
-taken from the Preface-
"If you're feeling overwhelmed and desperate, you won't find the answer in yet another self-help book or in a temporal bottle of pills. More self-esteem won't quiet those inner yearnings or fears any more than a "better" body or new clothes will. Only Christ can satisfy your anxious heart and give you peace. Long for Him "as the deer pants for the water brooks" (Psalm 42:1). When your soul is disquieted, hope in God and prais His Holy name (Psalm 42:11)."
-taken from the Preface-
Hats By Cool Auntie
Hey! Wanna see these cool hats my Auntie made? There's Miss Strawberry, Miss Grape, Miss Blueberry, Mr. Pumpkin, and Mr. Corn. The hats are very durable, well made, and toasty warm! My Auntie is so creative! Any other "hat" ideas out there?
Friday, January 02, 2009
Happy New Year!
Well, the holidays are behind us now, and onward to a new year, eh?! The past few weeks have been delightfully off-schedule and very busy. We've been enjoying time as a family, enjoying Justin being off of work, going to lots of parties, and seeing lots of family. I'm so behind on my posting and I have taken so many pictures. I'm not sure if I'll post them. I'm wanting to start fresh w/ the new year...and Christmas festivities just don't seem to fit.
Justin and I have spent the past couple days talking about our New Year Resolutions. I love making them! Such good things to chat about! You know, the more serious (and not-so-serious) stuff in life. :) I was just perusing our resolutions from the past couple years. So fun to read...but also discouraging to see some of the same resolutions from the past 4 years. I think the kids will have fun reading them in years to come. :) Justin woke up at 3:45 a.m. today and decided to "wake up" for the day. Samuel wandered in the office around 6:30 a.m. Justin explained what he was doing and told him the definition of a resolution. Justin asked Samuel if he had a goal for this new year. Samuel's goal is to make a bird house. :) One of mine is to get into shape and run a 5K w/ Justin. Anyone wanna run w/ us? :) What are some of your New Year's Resolutions?
Yesterday, we had some friends and family over for lunch. It was a fun and relaxing time...and they say the food was delic. :) George and Krista had just gotten back from FL...so it was fun to see them before they went back home.
Isn't Grace such a dolly?! Luv those cheeks!
Kyle and Gretchen, Ed and Susan, Mom and Dad, J and Me, George and Krista=The Party!
The chickadees filtered in one-by-one, as they woke up from their naps.
Not sure why some of these turned out so dark...Krista got some other good ones...I'll have to swipe from her blog. She got a good tummy one of Gretchen and girly too! *wink*
Justin has taken me on several dates...it's been so fun! How unusual to stroll through Target w/out 3 little peoples needing me all at once. Quite refreshing, actually. I found a really cute apron to wear. I've been wanting one for a while...so that was my "splurge" to myself. :) (Thanks, Grandma Nett!) Madeline and the boys also got a few things they needed...onesies, undies, etc.
Happy Early 19th Birthday Therese! We got her a "planner", so she can always be organized. Hey! It even has an address book...bonus! *wink* She looks pretty excited! (I think she was more excited that we were home...hee)
Therese is such a good sport to watch the boys 2 days this week for us. We went to a Japanese steak house w/ some friends the other day...I'll have to post those pictures...they're pretty neat. Like our dwarf-Christmas tree? Kinda looks funny in the picture...meant to crop it down, but oh well. :) Madeline's expressions crack me up...she's pretty sober. Therese got a little smile there!
I wanted to put up a picture of me and the newest Little Miss, and say, "Guess who?!" But, I decided that wouldn't be fair to her very proud parents.
This morning, Little Miss decided to make her appearance...and fast! I'm still in shock that our good friends are now parents...So, here's two handsome Daddies, very excited to both have little princesses. Justin's already planning a Daddy/Daughter Date Night.
~~So how's that for a stream-of-consciousness, midnight post?! Pretty random, eh? Well, I couldn't sleep, so decided to "update" ya'll. Goodnight~~
Justin and I have spent the past couple days talking about our New Year Resolutions. I love making them! Such good things to chat about! You know, the more serious (and not-so-serious) stuff in life. :) I was just perusing our resolutions from the past couple years. So fun to read...but also discouraging to see some of the same resolutions from the past 4 years. I think the kids will have fun reading them in years to come. :) Justin woke up at 3:45 a.m. today and decided to "wake up" for the day. Samuel wandered in the office around 6:30 a.m. Justin explained what he was doing and told him the definition of a resolution. Justin asked Samuel if he had a goal for this new year. Samuel's goal is to make a bird house. :) One of mine is to get into shape and run a 5K w/ Justin. Anyone wanna run w/ us? :) What are some of your New Year's Resolutions?
Yesterday, we had some friends and family over for lunch. It was a fun and relaxing time...and they say the food was delic. :) George and Krista had just gotten back from FL...so it was fun to see them before they went back home.
Isn't Grace such a dolly?! Luv those cheeks!
Kyle and Gretchen, Ed and Susan, Mom and Dad, J and Me, George and Krista=The Party!
The chickadees filtered in one-by-one, as they woke up from their naps.
Not sure why some of these turned out so dark...Krista got some other good ones...I'll have to swipe from her blog. She got a good tummy one of Gretchen and girly too! *wink*
Justin has taken me on several dates...it's been so fun! How unusual to stroll through Target w/out 3 little peoples needing me all at once. Quite refreshing, actually. I found a really cute apron to wear. I've been wanting one for a while...so that was my "splurge" to myself. :) (Thanks, Grandma Nett!) Madeline and the boys also got a few things they needed...onesies, undies, etc.
Happy Early 19th Birthday Therese! We got her a "planner", so she can always be organized. Hey! It even has an address book...bonus! *wink* She looks pretty excited! (I think she was more excited that we were home...hee)
Therese is such a good sport to watch the boys 2 days this week for us. We went to a Japanese steak house w/ some friends the other day...I'll have to post those pictures...they're pretty neat. Like our dwarf-Christmas tree? Kinda looks funny in the picture...meant to crop it down, but oh well. :) Madeline's expressions crack me up...she's pretty sober. Therese got a little smile there!
I wanted to put up a picture of me and the newest Little Miss, and say, "Guess who?!" But, I decided that wouldn't be fair to her very proud parents.
This morning, Little Miss decided to make her appearance...and fast! I'm still in shock that our good friends are now parents...So, here's two handsome Daddies, very excited to both have little princesses. Justin's already planning a Daddy/Daughter Date Night.
~~So how's that for a stream-of-consciousness, midnight post?! Pretty random, eh? Well, I couldn't sleep, so decided to "update" ya'll. Goodnight~~
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Merry Christmas From Us!
May You All Have A Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year! Here's our blog Christmas Card for you to enjoy!
"Shout For Joy To The Lord, All The Earth." Psalm 100:1
"All the kings of the land shall give You credit and praise You, O Lord, for they have heard of the promises of Your mouth [which were fulfilled]. Yes, they shall sing of the ways of the Lord and joyfully celebrate His mighty acts, for great is the glory of the Lord." Psalm 138
"The Lord takes pleasure in those who reverently and worshipfully fear Him, in those who hope in His mercy and lovingkindness. For He has strengthened and made hard the bars of your gates, and He has blessed your children within you. He makes peace in your borders; He fills you with the finest of the wheat." Psalm 149
~Thankful for all the Lord has wrought in my life, my husband's life, and starting in my children's lives. Especially thankful that the Lord his continued his work in our lives, still convicts us of sin, and still is in the business of saving souls! All this because of a little baby God sent over 2000 years ago...and we're still talking about it!~
"Shout For Joy To The Lord, All The Earth." Psalm 100:1
"All the kings of the land shall give You credit and praise You, O Lord, for they have heard of the promises of Your mouth [which were fulfilled]. Yes, they shall sing of the ways of the Lord and joyfully celebrate His mighty acts, for great is the glory of the Lord." Psalm 138
"The Lord takes pleasure in those who reverently and worshipfully fear Him, in those who hope in His mercy and lovingkindness. For He has strengthened and made hard the bars of your gates, and He has blessed your children within you. He makes peace in your borders; He fills you with the finest of the wheat." Psalm 149
~Thankful for all the Lord has wrought in my life, my husband's life, and starting in my children's lives. Especially thankful that the Lord his continued his work in our lives, still convicts us of sin, and still is in the business of saving souls! All this because of a little baby God sent over 2000 years ago...and we're still talking about it!~
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