It's been FOUR WHOLE MONTHS
Hope does not sleep through night
Mom is so tired
I am so sleep deprived that I actually thought that would be a funny and cute way of expressing my exhaustion .
But now that it's done I'm too tired to delete it and write a real post about it.
Oh, well.
You're welcome, world.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Blue Morpho Butterfly
Okay, I know every mother thinks this, but my little boy is brilliant.
No, really.
We were at the pediatrician's office and our doc was doing a few developmental tests- block stacking, pointing to body parts, jumping, (all of which my little Einstein totally rocked!) then she showed him animals and asked him to name them. He got every one. Until she came to the butterfly. He looked at it and without skipping a beat said, "blue morpho butterfly".
Thanks to Diego my little guy thinks all butterflies are blue morphos. Some would say this is a wrong assumption. I think it showcases his brilliance.
Also, his head circumference is in the 95th percentile. I think it's because his little pumpkin head is full of big brains.
Seriously, I don't know how his 10th percentile in weight body holds it up.
No, really.
We were at the pediatrician's office and our doc was doing a few developmental tests- block stacking, pointing to body parts, jumping, (all of which my little Einstein totally rocked!) then she showed him animals and asked him to name them. He got every one. Until she came to the butterfly. He looked at it and without skipping a beat said, "blue morpho butterfly".
Thanks to Diego my little guy thinks all butterflies are blue morphos. Some would say this is a wrong assumption. I think it showcases his brilliance.
Also, his head circumference is in the 95th percentile. I think it's because his little pumpkin head is full of big brains.
Seriously, I don't know how his 10th percentile in weight body holds it up.
Why Not Me?
"Why not me? " Beautiful words spoken by a friend of mine who is fighting breast cancer for a second time. Instead of asking "why me, Lord" she asks "why not me?". In a moment that will forever be etched in my heart, my sweet friend spoke of how through her storm, she would have an opportunity to know God in a way that others around her wouldn't.
I thought of my house experience. Of how it is such a small thing in comparison to fighting cancer. But I have spent ENDLESS hours asking "why me?". Not to mention the crying. The weeping. The wailing. The gnashing of teeth. There has been nothing I could have physically done to make this house sell. I looked at the money in the bank that slowly disappeared in the costs of paying bills on, and maintaining two homes. I got to see God provide financially in a situation that looked impossible. It's not a way that I wish those I love will have to learn God's love and provision, but I am so fortunate that God got to hug me close, give me good gifts, and provide in ways I am unable.
Why not me? Indeed.
I thought of my house experience. Of how it is such a small thing in comparison to fighting cancer. But I have spent ENDLESS hours asking "why me?". Not to mention the crying. The weeping. The wailing. The gnashing of teeth. There has been nothing I could have physically done to make this house sell. I looked at the money in the bank that slowly disappeared in the costs of paying bills on, and maintaining two homes. I got to see God provide financially in a situation that looked impossible. It's not a way that I wish those I love will have to learn God's love and provision, but I am so fortunate that God got to hug me close, give me good gifts, and provide in ways I am unable.
Why not me? Indeed.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
This Month
In February:
Isaac's Birthday $$
Ryland's Birthday $$
Repairs on the Guthrie House $$$
Closing on the Guthrie House $$$
Foundation Inspection $$$
Foundation Repair and Piers $$$
Broken cell phone replacement $$
Car Tag & Late Fees (I didn't know they weren't sending the reminders anymore!)$$$
Unexpected House Costs $$$
Rent & Mortgage $$$$
All of these things add up to one month of financial impossibility.
Our monthly income is not enough $$$$ to cover all of these things.We had some extra money in savings, but not enough. Not even close. But then God showed up. Ryland had a gig and brought home more than twice the amount he was supposed to. Then our church family came to our rescue once more. We would have been okay. I was planning on cashing in some annuities from my teaching career to cover it all with no debt.(Dave Ramsey would have had a cow!) But God provided, 2 times before we even knew we had a need. To those nameless people who lovingly provided for us: Thank you. I can't even type without tears in my eyes. It is too much and I hope God blesses you a hundredfold for your generosity. My pride never would have allowed me to ask for help, but I am not too proud to humbly say thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you. You have been the hands and feet of God to us. We will never forget God's faithfulness and how you allowed God to use you in blessing us.
Isaac's Birthday $$
Ryland's Birthday $$
Repairs on the Guthrie House $$$
Closing on the Guthrie House $$$
Foundation Inspection $$$
Foundation Repair and Piers $$$
Broken cell phone replacement $$
Car Tag & Late Fees (I didn't know they weren't sending the reminders anymore!)$$$
Unexpected House Costs $$$
Rent & Mortgage $$$$
All of these things add up to one month of financial impossibility.
Our monthly income is not enough $$$$ to cover all of these things.We had some extra money in savings, but not enough. Not even close. But then God showed up. Ryland had a gig and brought home more than twice the amount he was supposed to. Then our church family came to our rescue once more. We would have been okay. I was planning on cashing in some annuities from my teaching career to cover it all with no debt.(Dave Ramsey would have had a cow!) But God provided, 2 times before we even knew we had a need. To those nameless people who lovingly provided for us: Thank you. I can't even type without tears in my eyes. It is too much and I hope God blesses you a hundredfold for your generosity. My pride never would have allowed me to ask for help, but I am not too proud to humbly say thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you. You have been the hands and feet of God to us. We will never forget God's faithfulness and how you allowed God to use you in blessing us.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
A Letter "2" My Baby Guy
Dear Sweet Sonno,
Today we are snowed in under 21 inches of snow. We were supposed to head to Arkansas to celebrate your birthday with your Mimi and Poppy. Sadly, those plans were changed by God and Mother Nature. So instead of a fun party planned by your Mimi, you'll have to settle for a homemade cake from me and a small, party of 4, birthday celebration in our living room.
I am bumfuzzled. I cannot believe that 2 years have passed since I held you in my arms and saw your face for the first time. My whole world has changed since then. I have changed jobs, location, family size, and clothing size since then. The time has raced by at breakneck speed.
You have grown up so much, you are such a big boy. You can say anything. Sometimes you are silly and do things for a laugh- like tickle your sister. You are tender hearted- when I cry you are very sweet to come and pat me with your sweet little hands. You are a hugger and a reluctant kisser. You love to sing and dance. You love animals, mostly dinos. You throw fits when you are frustrated and don't get what you want- but who doesn't. You are so beautiful. Your eyes sparkle, and your smile melts my heart. The thought that you will fall in love with some other woman someday hurts me!
In the coming year you will learn how to use the potty, transition to a toddler bed, speak in complete sentences, and learn more than you will at any other time in your life. I am so blessed that I get to be home with you to witness all of these things.
I hope that you know that I treasure you. You were a prayer answered and a promise from God fulfilled. I hope you know that God has a special plan for you- I pray that I am capable of preparing you. You are a miracle. You are a gift. And no matter where you go or what happens- you were so wanted.
Isaac, I love you more than I can ever tell you. Happy second birthday. I am so proud of you, and I always will be.
Love, Momma
Today we are snowed in under 21 inches of snow. We were supposed to head to Arkansas to celebrate your birthday with your Mimi and Poppy. Sadly, those plans were changed by God and Mother Nature. So instead of a fun party planned by your Mimi, you'll have to settle for a homemade cake from me and a small, party of 4, birthday celebration in our living room.
I am bumfuzzled. I cannot believe that 2 years have passed since I held you in my arms and saw your face for the first time. My whole world has changed since then. I have changed jobs, location, family size, and clothing size since then. The time has raced by at breakneck speed.
You have grown up so much, you are such a big boy. You can say anything. Sometimes you are silly and do things for a laugh- like tickle your sister. You are tender hearted- when I cry you are very sweet to come and pat me with your sweet little hands. You are a hugger and a reluctant kisser. You love to sing and dance. You love animals, mostly dinos. You throw fits when you are frustrated and don't get what you want- but who doesn't. You are so beautiful. Your eyes sparkle, and your smile melts my heart. The thought that you will fall in love with some other woman someday hurts me!
In the coming year you will learn how to use the potty, transition to a toddler bed, speak in complete sentences, and learn more than you will at any other time in your life. I am so blessed that I get to be home with you to witness all of these things.
I hope that you know that I treasure you. You were a prayer answered and a promise from God fulfilled. I hope you know that God has a special plan for you- I pray that I am capable of preparing you. You are a miracle. You are a gift. And no matter where you go or what happens- you were so wanted.
Isaac, I love you more than I can ever tell you. Happy second birthday. I am so proud of you, and I always will be.
Love, Momma
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