So I have lots of things to write but they aren't organized so this will be in point form with lots of info. ;)
- Soren turned 18months old this month, which is just crazy, he is growing so much and trying to say words. BUT he still will NOT walk!! He walks on his knees the crazy kid, and part of me doesn't care until I have to carry him everywhere and then it is not so fun because he is a big boy and I am getting more pregnant. He is a climber though, anything he can get his knee up on he climbs up. I have a feeling when he finally decides to walk it is going to be an adventure! :)
-Theo is just so delightful and we are finding more of a rhythm these days, him and I. He says the funniest things and understands so so much. I am tempted to start more focused learning with him on a very relaxed level. I would ideally like to just do more crafts with him but this is not a strong point for me, that kind of creativity, and the few things we have done he doesn't stick with long. He loves his little brother and can't wait till Soren can come outside with him to play.
- I am feeling good at this stage in pregnancy. Feeling the need for lots more discipline in my spiritual growth these days, loving mom's group, soaking up all the amazing sunshine we have had this winter, and supporting my honey. I am reading a book right now called The Meaning of Marriage by Timothy Keller and his wife and it is really fantastic! (A post about books to come soon)
- So Honey has had two different job offers in the last 3weeks which has been just nuts. It has felt like a intense couple of weeks as we talk through these things. I feel like all the jobs he has had in the last 5 years has showed us so much about ourselves and about what we want for our family and what Brian wants in a job. It has made the decision making process much easier and clearer for us. I have seen so much growth in my husband in the last year and am SO blessed to see him growing and learning and seeking God for much needed wisdom in these decisions. All that to say that he will be starting a new job on March 1st and it is close to home, so no more hour long commute (one way) earlier suppers/more family time for us, and really the job he has wanted since last spring. We are so thankful for this opportunity and for God's provision!!!
-My Honey is also giving me the gift of time with my family. My parents are flying me to their home for 5 days to stay, just me, and he is going to keep both the kids, (with the help of my dear mother-in-law while he is at work for a few of the days) I am seriously so excited to go spend time with my family and to just go sit at my mummy's house and rest. Also overwhelmed with thankfulness to my dear sweet husband who is letting me go and taking on the kiddos. And of course a little bit sad about leaving them all for even 5 days.
So I feel like there is more I wanted to write but I am coming up blank. This blog is in serious need of some more photos, so I will try and do that soon. Until next time...
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
BOYS!!!
We went for our ultrasound yesterday. Now, we have found out the gender with the last two and sometimes people have strong opinions about this. I don't think that it should be a big issue for discussion outside of you and your husband, there is no right or wrong answer I think, unless you are doing it to abort a certain gender, and well, I am not even going to get started on THAT issue. Anyway, for me, well, a surprise is a surprise no matter when you receive it and I would be happy to wait till baby is in my arms, but my husband LOVES to know at the ultrasound. And I mean like a little kid at Christmas LOVES it. :) I personally think it helps him feel way more connected to this little life, it just mentally makes is all more real and exciting for him.
SO we found out #3 and it is another BOY!!
I kept thinking of a line from a hymn that says "Whatever my God ordains is right". Of course I am human, and I am female and there was a small part of me that was hoping the lady would say girl, but when she said 'boy' I felt nothing but a surge of joy and thankfulness. I just have this overwhelming idea that God knows, like really knows what is best for OUR family, (and for each family in that case) and each child is picked just for us, for what God wants to do for us, and with us and through us and our children. And so far He has chosen boys! This makes me feel excited, and confident, that this is what God has ordained for us, and it is right. Sometimes it is hard for people who don't know God to understand why we wouldn't be disappointed by this news, or they ask if we will still 'try' for a girl. All I can say is that we don't 'try' for a gender, we love children, we think they are a gift, boy or girl, we are just happy to receive that gift from the Lord.
So there you have it, we will have a small quiver of boys and as we anticipate this newest one's arrival, we now have to agree on a name. Any suggestions are welcome, we used our two absolute favourites that we BOTH loved, and now we are totally stumped.
SO we found out #3 and it is another BOY!!
I kept thinking of a line from a hymn that says "Whatever my God ordains is right". Of course I am human, and I am female and there was a small part of me that was hoping the lady would say girl, but when she said 'boy' I felt nothing but a surge of joy and thankfulness. I just have this overwhelming idea that God knows, like really knows what is best for OUR family, (and for each family in that case) and each child is picked just for us, for what God wants to do for us, and with us and through us and our children. And so far He has chosen boys! This makes me feel excited, and confident, that this is what God has ordained for us, and it is right. Sometimes it is hard for people who don't know God to understand why we wouldn't be disappointed by this news, or they ask if we will still 'try' for a girl. All I can say is that we don't 'try' for a gender, we love children, we think they are a gift, boy or girl, we are just happy to receive that gift from the Lord.
So there you have it, we will have a small quiver of boys and as we anticipate this newest one's arrival, we now have to agree on a name. Any suggestions are welcome, we used our two absolute favourites that we BOTH loved, and now we are totally stumped.
Sunday, January 8, 2012
So I can't believe it is 2012 already. We went to bed at 10:30pm New Years Eve, cause when your kiddos wake up at 6am it takes the fun out of midnight. :)
We had a very low key Christmas season, which is nice. Lots of family time. Christmas day was good minus the massive headache that came on in the afternoon and as we do gifts in the evening it was hard for me to feel 'engaged' but it was still fun with the boys. I loved having church in the morning, felt like it brought everything into the right perspective, as what else should the day be about but Christ. Wish they did that every year.
I have few resolutions for the new year, would love to see lots of changes in my life but feel they are going to be slow one step process kind of things and a big list just get's overwhelming. Although last years was simple as well. I didn't get through the entire half the Bible like I meant to, am a bit behind, but still intend to finish reading through this year. And I did read 25 books, which I was very happy about and felt it was a good way to use my spare time.
My soul is feeling thirsty for more of God. When I go long periods without reading my Bible regularly I start to feel like I am starved inside. Make any sense? I just feel like the cup is empty and in great need of replenishment and I am thankful for that desire that pushes me on, into the Word, and seeking more of Him.
The belly is growing!! This life inside me becomes for real to me each day. I have lots of thoughts as I try to mentally prepare for it's birth, and what that 'birth' will look like and where it will take place. This could be a whole other post, it might take some writing for me to process all this. Likely I will not get to deliver in this small town, which makes me sad, but I am so happy to have a doctor here for most of this pregnancy and a fantastic doctor at that.
We love love LOVE this house. Minus it not having a double sink (why would you even make a single one anyway?) it has so many windows, is so full of light, I have my own laundry room!!! and there are NO stairs!!!! It's wonderful, even in all it oldness. (if that is even a word) It came at the right time though, my expectations of what kind of house we would have first were very lofty, (i.e. ganite counters, tile/wood floors, obviously newish etc.) my expectations changed and lowered and even what I desire of consider 'necessary' in a house changed over the years of apartment living, and I am thankful for a house I would have considered a more of a 'shack' 5 years ago. God is good, and I am thankful he doesn't allow us to stay the same. ;)
Anyway, I will leave you with some pictures of the last month, sorry no belly pictures yet, but I am sure they will come. :)
Reading books while sitting in baskets with a friend. :)
Puzzles with Grandma in the new living room.
The flour was 'snow' :) Beautiful messes
Street children at the Bethlehem Walk, fun times!
Cold walks, or at least for me, the boys are always very cozy. :)
"The Slide" (Soren is still not walking, but he will climb NO problem!)
Soren DIVING down the slide! (This child concerns me, much for active and dare-devilish then T ever was)
Grown up haircut
We had a very low key Christmas season, which is nice. Lots of family time. Christmas day was good minus the massive headache that came on in the afternoon and as we do gifts in the evening it was hard for me to feel 'engaged' but it was still fun with the boys. I loved having church in the morning, felt like it brought everything into the right perspective, as what else should the day be about but Christ. Wish they did that every year.
I have few resolutions for the new year, would love to see lots of changes in my life but feel they are going to be slow one step process kind of things and a big list just get's overwhelming. Although last years was simple as well. I didn't get through the entire half the Bible like I meant to, am a bit behind, but still intend to finish reading through this year. And I did read 25 books, which I was very happy about and felt it was a good way to use my spare time.
My soul is feeling thirsty for more of God. When I go long periods without reading my Bible regularly I start to feel like I am starved inside. Make any sense? I just feel like the cup is empty and in great need of replenishment and I am thankful for that desire that pushes me on, into the Word, and seeking more of Him.
The belly is growing!! This life inside me becomes for real to me each day. I have lots of thoughts as I try to mentally prepare for it's birth, and what that 'birth' will look like and where it will take place. This could be a whole other post, it might take some writing for me to process all this. Likely I will not get to deliver in this small town, which makes me sad, but I am so happy to have a doctor here for most of this pregnancy and a fantastic doctor at that.
We love love LOVE this house. Minus it not having a double sink (why would you even make a single one anyway?) it has so many windows, is so full of light, I have my own laundry room!!! and there are NO stairs!!!! It's wonderful, even in all it oldness. (if that is even a word) It came at the right time though, my expectations of what kind of house we would have first were very lofty, (i.e. ganite counters, tile/wood floors, obviously newish etc.) my expectations changed and lowered and even what I desire of consider 'necessary' in a house changed over the years of apartment living, and I am thankful for a house I would have considered a more of a 'shack' 5 years ago. God is good, and I am thankful he doesn't allow us to stay the same. ;)
Anyway, I will leave you with some pictures of the last month, sorry no belly pictures yet, but I am sure they will come. :)
Reading books while sitting in baskets with a friend. :)
Puzzles with Grandma in the new living room.
The flour was 'snow' :) Beautiful messes
Street children at the Bethlehem Walk, fun times!
Cold walks, or at least for me, the boys are always very cozy. :)
"The Slide" (Soren is still not walking, but he will climb NO problem!)
Soren DIVING down the slide! (This child concerns me, much for active and dare-devilish then T ever was)
Grown up haircut
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