February 25th

What a day...a tad chilly outside in it was only 48.  But we spent a large portion of our day outside.  Went for a walk with Luke and Ephraim.  I LOVE that we live so close to a paved path. 
Then we picked up our niece and nephew and went to the park.  They had a blast! 

We came back home and made Bosco sticks and played with Bristle Blocks and of course B got to build her own pudding cup!  Looks like there might be more cool whip then pudding :-)

My favorite part of the day was watching Brianna try and teach Ephraim how to crawl.  She is so patient and leads by example.  I love it!  

Ephraim LOVES to watch and play with Brianna and Bennett.  Bennett was watching Mickey Mouse club house on his tablet...and Ephraim was climbing on Dad to try and watch with Bennett!  It was adorable!!!  A great Sunday for sure.  Oh and Luke made Raspberrry pancakes for Breakfast!  The Best!  I am loved!!!

Feb 22, 2018

Luke and I are both morning people.  I am not sure we know what sleeping in is...we are usually up no later than 7 on the weekend...and that was even before Mister Ephraim.   Morning time is the best time to read with a cup of coffee and a nice warm blanket.  

Ephraim is a morning person too!  He usually wakes up around 5:30am ready to tackle his tough day of learning, playing and exploring.  He is soooo close to crawling and loves to try and pull himself up to stand.  A great way to start the day is with his smiles and laughter! 

February 17, 2018

God offers the ultimate in security.  As we move along this Lenten season.  I am reminded that the "things" that bring us comfort and security are just things they will whither away.  I had a security blanket and it is now just little scraps of almost nothing.  But the security and comfort in knowing who Christ is, and knowing who I AM in Christ is the most freeing feeling.  During this season I have committed to read 1 Corinthians 13 everyday in the NIV and then a different version as well.   I chose this chapter because it reminds me of Christ's love for me...but also how I am supposed to love.  The fruit of my relationship with Christ will be patience, kindness, protection, perseverance, trust, hope...



My decision was inspired by of course our little guy.  At this point in his life.  Mom and Dad are his security along with his 2 favorite blankets.  This little boy loves his blankets.  He gets so excited when you give them to him and he loves when they are touching his face..  I have a feeling he will have these blankets for a very LONG time.  I pray every day while I am holding him that he comes to know Christ in an intimate and passionate way...that Jesus will be his security, that he will be a mighty warrior for God's  kingdom.