Congratulations Kristen & Jose

This past Saturday was another joyous occasion for the Groff's and Byers'. We were so thankful to be a part of their special day.

We were a little concerned with how Emily would do, but turns out she did better than we expected. She sat as still as could be while Charissa french braided and even trimmed her bangs. She had a blast during pictures. She did her part walking/skipping down the aisle and even rang the bells. She moved to the music with her buddy Kara and when the whole day was over she didn't want to take her "wedding dress" off.

Zoo trip with Mommaw

Emily received an early birthday present from my parents of a zoo pass so we could go before August. We had a lot of fun and of course Emily was ready to pitch a tent right by the pond with the geese and probably would have been content spending the night there. I wish there was some way to convince a child that when you leave a place of fun, that it does not mean you can never go back.

33 months old

Our little toddler has so much zeal for life. You can see it in everything she does. It's neat to see how much excitement shows in every new experience she has. Whether it's digging a hole for a flower or picking rocks out of the garden, she makes it so exciting. Her newest thing of enjoyment is jumping on the mini trampoline we bought mainly for those cold winter days last year and the fun has spilled over to this Summer.

Emily seems to understand that Mommy has a baby in her tummy and she's convinced she's having a sister. We had friends visiting a couple of weeks ago that have a newborn and while Emily was upstairs with Aunt Kristen the baby started crying. Emily's question was, "did Mommy's baby come out?".

Outdoor Fun

Free Stuff for Kids

For those who haven't seen yet, my Sister, web entrepreneur as I call her, has created a website called Free Stuff for Kids. The title explains itself and is a great website for everyone, even those that don't have kids. Check out the site by clicking here for the latest toy giveaway.

Happy Mother's Day

My mother's hands were always there.
Letting me know how much they cared.
They would clean my room and brush my teeth.
Buy me shoes to put on my feet.
Showing me how to plant in the back yard.
Letting me know it wasn't too hard.
Making my dress for the big dance.
Always letting me take a chance.
All the quilts her hands would make.
She would always give and never take.
How talented she is in every way.
I love her more every single day.
My mother's hands have never changed.
Some how they have always stayed the same.
Now they are different in one small way.
They hold her grandchildren when they want to play.
(c) Ellen Shost

I love you Mom! I am truly blessed beyond measure!

And baby makes 4

After many long months of prayer and by the grace of God, I am blessed to be pregnant with our second child. With the miscarriage last year we chose to wait a while before telling anyone. Two weeks ago we were able to share the good news with both sides of our family and our friends. I am now beginning my 4th month and the baby is healthy and growing. We can't say thank you enough to all those who joined us in prayer for this little one.

"Knit away, Lord, knit away."