Family Life

Father's Day 2016 (Stone 20 months Abigail 3 1/2)

I am an extremely blessed woman. For some reason the Lord has seen fit to bless me with an amazing family. I have a husband who works extremely hard to not only provide for us, but so he can serve the Lord. He loves me more and more each day and is an amazing example to our children.

My littles. Oh my, my heart melts. My children are such a gift. To have been told at 14 that the only way for me to have kids is if I used medical intervention was devastating. God had other plans. With the mindset that it could take years to get pregnant my husband and I started trying to get pregnant before we were even married a year. And she was born exactly 1 1/2 years after we said "I do." Then Stone. We thought we were done after Abigail. We were pretty comfortable with the idea of only one child. But God had other plans. And I am thankful. My son is such a delight, stubborn, but a delight.

This week has been rough for me. Professionally I am in a great place. I work with about 20 amazing women, we have our issues from time to time, but mostly we work in harmony. Spiritually, I am on a path that has me growing. I am serving in a new area now, hello summer choir. My prayer life is more. And I have songs back.

That last part probably sounds odd so let me explain.

About 2 years ago I asked the Lord to put a song in my heart. I wanted to sing His praises. And He answered me. Instead of wondering and idle thoughts, worship and praise songs would pop into my head. Middle of last fall they stopped. Over the spring this year, a song or two would pop up. But about 3 weeks ago it became constant again. I like to take it as a sign that I am doing what God is calling me to do.

Now to why this week has been rough.

A few weeks back, the kids and I were almost in a wreck. It didn't happen, so I didn't share really with anyone, minus my husband. I was leaving the gym, and if I had not been paying attention, a gentleman would have t-boned my car, hitting my son directly. But I did see him, praise be to God! I slammed on my brakes, sounded my horn, and by the time he stopped his car was in front of mine. I was sore as I left the gym, so I gave it no thought. This past weekend though my neck/shoulder started bothering me. Right where my seatbelt passes. Add pain, some swelling, and tingling/loss of feeling in two fingers.....

I went to the chiropractor and was informed I have a pinched nerve. It is painful people. Let me tell you, if my mom who has nerve issues from a car wreck is living with this type of pain, I am ashamed for not being more understanding of her. My wonderful husband has made dinner, been home early to take over with the kids, he has done all our laundry and our house looks good.

Stone's1st hair cut! 6/24/2016

Stone hasn't understood why I can't pick him up (afraid I could drop him!), but Abigail has been more understanding. Last night she played doctor on me, to try and fix me. She is so tender hearted. She has a heart for people, and I pray she always does. I can't believe how big my littles are getting.

Kemah Boardwalk - June16, 2016

They are both so fearless. Such an inspiration.

I love my little family. They truly are a gift.