Zekeisms...

(note: I have kept a running list of things Zeke says and forgot to post around his birthday this year!)

Four Years Old:
43 lbs (92%)
42 1/4 in. (89%)
BMI: 16.93 (85%)

Zeke has continued to show us his unique, God given personality.  I have decided to write down some of his most common and most memorable statements and phrases.  Enjoy!

"I need to ask you a question." (followed by a statement such as, "I'd like to watch Veggie Tales.")

"I have a idea.  My idea is ________"

"Mommy, keep your focus." (while I'm doing my Focus T25 workout DVD)

"Mommy, what workout are you going to do today?"

I haven't ________ for a long long time."

"In case in I need to ______" (Translated: in case I need to...)

"Zeke could be Thomas, Daddy could be Gordon, Browning could be Edward, Mommy could be Percy, and Adalynn could be Emily." (referring to his Thomas the Train DVDs)

Zeke: "Mommy, God and Jesus are not in the sky."
Me: "Where are they?
Zeke: "In the desert."
Me: "God and Jesus are everywhere and they can even live in our hearts if we ask them.
Zeke: "Oh, okay, that'd be great."

"I want to show you something very kyoul (cool)"

"My story says, '_________________.'" (fill in the blank with whatever he is doing at the time such as, "Zeke puts on his shoes, Zeke eats the blueberries, etc.)

"Mommy, can you turn on the confuser?" (Translated: diffuser, which diffuses essential oils into the air)

Me: Did you know Jesus prays for you all of the time?
Zeke: Yes, and sometimes I pray to Him by my own self!

There are SO many more quotes and sayings I'd like to remember, but I will stop there for now.  He is full of surprises every day and always keeps me on my toes.  He is funny, bright, silly, energetic, and strong-willed.  He loves to talk to anyone and everyone and has never been accused of being shy.  I know he is fearfully and wonderfully made by our Heavenly Father.  Praise God!

Baby girl is 1!!!

"This is the day
which the Lord has made;
Let us rejoice and be glad in it."

(Psalm 118:24)

It is hard to believe it has been a month since my last post.  Our little girl has developed even more of her sweet, strong, unique personality over the past several weeks.  She is always making some sort of expression (like her mommy, as my mom would say!).  She loves to "sing" and mimic noises we make with our mouths.  She is timid at first when meeting new people and will put her head down, but look up with her eyes, as if to say, "I'm not sure about you yet!"  She is crawling at the speed of light (from and towards her brother mostly) and pulling up.  No steps yet, but we are okay with that!

We were blessed to be able to travel to Wynna and Papa's house for her first birthday party this past weekend.  Gregg took off work so we could all be here...such a treat!  Jared, Jami, Kariss, Harper, and Sophia came over Sunday afternoon for the party.  Ellen Widener was able to stop by.  This was very significant and special because she was actually at my first birthday party in the very same house!  What a blessing to have lifelong friends!  My sweet friend Christy and her boys also stopped by to see the birthday girl.  We kept it low key, which made for a nice relaxed afternoon.  

Below are some of the adults with the birthday girl, although we didn't get one of Dad, Jared, Jami, or Christy with her.  Next year, I'll have to make a list of the photos I want to be sure to get!  I also failed to get one of her with Zeke.  Oh well..."mommy brain" as they say!

We waited for Adalynn to wake up from her nap, then sang to her and everyone had cupcakes.  My mom made delicious German chocolate cupcakes made from freshly milled whole wheat flour.  She even found naturally colored pink sprinkles.  Notice Adalynn's cute "1" dress?  Wynna made that too!  She is so good to us!

Adalynn was not thrilled to have everyone looking at her (also like Mommy).  She has a serious, solemn expression, which you will notice below!

Enjoying the food...

The big kids played outside for a while.  It was a perfect 71 degree day!  We couldn't have asked for better weather considering the following day the lows were in the 30s.  You just never know in Georgia!

Next, we opened gifts.  Of course the big kids helped with this!  She was blessed with many wonderful things!

"All the days ordained for me 

were written in Your book 

before one of them came to be." 

(Psalm 139:16b)

We know God has a mighty plan for little Adalynn Rose Nomachee.  We can't wait to see what that is and are honored to be a part of it.  We thank God for her and for all of you who love and support us.