Bittersweet

Bittersweet
Ironically bittersweet is one of my favorite blooms to search for in the fall and how I feel much of my life. I have been filled with bitter-sweet moments recently, regarding all of our children, but our oldest daughter in particular. As we plan for her last year in high school and fill out college applications, I am excited about her next season in life and what the Lord has in store for her. However, at the same time I find myself carefully observing her and wanting to bottle every emotion and breath she expels. I am not sure why this is so hard. Aren’t independent, God-honoring adults what we prepare, train, and hope for? Yet, when we are successful in the end, happy tears sting.

my nature girl

I love taking pictures of my kiddos in their element. M's is outside, where she walks and sings and loves on all of God's creation, including some that I would prefer not... like snakes. She is just a simple-nature girl at heart. One of the many things I adore in her.

counting down the days

When we opened these, I found myself squeaking and Jeff chuckled from so deep within. Is that grandparent behavior? Watching us react was half the fun of seeing her. Our dear Brookelyn, we look so forward to seeing how the Lord fashioned you. We count down the days until we hold you in our arms. Your aunts are about to bust with excitement!

Sunshine!

The sunshine is out, the flu is gone... and so is my pessimistic attitude : ) Life is good, but nap time still comes. This might be my favorite pic of miss J yet. Just LOVE it! We have enjoyed so many days outside this winter that I keep having to remind myself, and the kids, that it is not spring yet.

Uuuggghhh!

It is flu season. Uuuggghhh!

I thought we might have dodged it, but I'm afraid not. One more, our little M, went down last night. I would like to say that I just don't "do" the flu and all the pleasantries that come along with it, but that would not be very mommy-like and who "does" the flu anyway. Not sure I would like to meet that person. Anyway, I needed a little pick me up before I did a whole lot of "picking up." So I made this silly face collage. Even if I never print it, it helped me face the troops a little more chipper. Spring is around the corner... I handle allergy-blown noses much better : )

sweet

It is such a sweet thing to see the love my husband has for his children. The Lord has blessed them with such a wonderful father. What a great example he sets for them with his life. I am blessed to be together with him on this incredible journey the Lord has givien us.