Baby girl is walking!!!

I don't have any video yet, but Adalynn took her first steps on May 18, 2014.  We had just returned home after church and she had her little sandals on.  I her a clicking noise on the stone floor and looked over and saw her walking.  We got so excited and she started clapping.

Unfortunately, later that day she fell face first onto the stone floor and her little tooth cut her lip.  It was so sad seeing her in pain, but she recovered quickly.  She continues to take several steps and then sit down, but she is always excited and so proud of herself!  I will try to post a video soon.

Here are a few pictures of the kids lately just for fun!  They are really enjoying playing together.  Zeke and I are also beginning to go through  a unit on Ephesians 6.  You will see him below in his "belt of truth!"

Our pool is ready for swimming, so I'll be posting pictures of the kids in the pool soon.  Here is one of Zeke and me taking our first dip!

Mother's Day 2014

Gregg had to work this year on Mother's Day, but thankfully he was with us to go to church in the morning.

I am so thankful for my two blessings that have made me a mom.  I am also forever grateful for my mom and the selflessness she has showed over the years.  She has taught me about unconditional love and, most importantly, about the love of Jesus.

She modeled to me the importance of studying God's Word daily, always seeking Him, and what it means to find my worth in Jesus.  "For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them." (Ephesians 2:10)

I pray I will be the mom to my children that she has been (and is) to Jared and me.  

Happy Mother's Day!

On the way to church!

Sweet Adalynn

Showing a little personality!

Visit to Florida

We loaded the truck with both car seats and ALL of our stuff, and headed south to visit Gregg's family in Arcadia, FL.  Dadder Poo (Gregg's dad) had a stroke over a month ago and is in the hospital.

We hoped we could all see him, but we decided against bringing the children to the hospital because of all they would be exposed to there.  That was hard, but we did thoroughly enjoy getting to spend time with Chella (Ada), Stacey, Debbie, Maria, and the kids.  Jimmy was not feeling well, so we didn't get to see him.

God showed His hand in a mighty way, though.  It began with the drive down there.  Adalynn cried about 4-5 minutes total on our 8 HOUR CAR RIDE!  It was a true miracle!  Then, God continued to orchestrate the circumstances so Gregg was able to talk to doctors when he went to visit.  They would literally walk in right when Gregg arrived or right before he planned to leave.  He learned more details about Dadder Poo's condition and treatment, which gave him more peace.

Gregg was able to spend time sharing scripture with Dadder Poo and just being with him.  It was very difficult, though, and we would all appreciate your prayers during this time.  Jimmy, Maria, Stacey, and Chella have been going back and forth from Arcadia to Sarasota and we know they are exhausted physically and emotionally.  Please pray for their wellness and rest.

In times like this, we can either draw closer to God or pull away.  I have been inspired by Gregg and his family and how they are seeking God every step of the way.  We know He has a plan in all of this even when we don't understand from an earthly perspective.

His Word teaches us that: "...all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose." (Romans 8:28) 

We trust God's Word.

Now, I will leave you with one of our favorite pictures of Gregg's dad.  Thank you for your prayers and love!

Mighty Machines

Zeke and I had a fun day at the "Mighty Machines" event in Americus.  The Junior League organized it to promote safety and teach children about the big trucks and machines we see around town.  They offered free finger printing, free bike helmets, nutritional snacks, etc.  I was surprised at how fun it was for him as you'll see!