I remember back to my childhood when something wasn't going my way. I would say, "it isn't fair!" And, my mom would day that, "life isn't fair."
Challenges. Life is full of challenges. Some are big, others are small. Some I have the answers for, others I don't. Some I fly through, others bring me to my knees.
Right now, life seems full of challenges. I'm a busy mom, with lots of responsibilities, commitments and activities. God is growing me and stretching me. He's using these challenges to mold me into the woman He has planned for me. I trust Him, but it's hard. My days are filled with household management, mothering, conversation, games with children, cooking, baking, laundry, cleaning, classes, studying, sweeping, mopping, eating, diapering, errands, shopping, and sleeping somewhere amidst the rest. That's a busy day! And lately, there's been more. Jacob is going through a phase. Emma is adjusting to kindergarten. A close friend is moving. Another is awaiting word on a possible move. A friend and mentor is dealing with a health situation. Moms are struggling and facing challenges themselves. Right now, it feels like a lot.
I'm not the only one who faces challenges, although mine are unique to me. The man driving next to me on the highway, the mom sitting next to me at MOPS, the lady that catches my eye at Bible study and the teen behind me in line at the grocery store...they are all facing challenges unique to them. We're different and we're the same.
So, I keep my faith secure in my God. I confide in close friends and relish in their kindness. Challenges will continue, it's part of life. But I move forward knowing that I am not alone, God has a plan for me and althought challenges may continue, I am blessed.
The Nold Family 4!
November 9, 2010
September 9, 2010
Bittersweet
Those of you that know me well know that I am of the sentimental sort. When I choose a greeting card I read carefully through the choices, careful to choose one that speaks specifically to the person, relationship or situation. When I write in the card I speak straight from the heart and intend to make a true impact. I take photos every chance I get so as not to forget a single moment. I cried when I got rid of Emma's baby clothes, I cried at my childrens first steps and the first time they said I Love You. See? I'm a little sentimental.
Being of the sentimental sort, tomorrow (and today) is a bittersweet day for me. Tomorrow, Friday September 10, 2010, my first born baby starts kindergarten. As a mom I want my baby to grow up, be confident and strong, self sufficient, sensitive, caring and kind, social and outgoing, faithful and loving...among so many other things! But at the same time I want to hold my baby, young and small, soft and sweet, sleeping and peaceful...forever. Kindergarten is a milestone, for me, Tim and Emma. It means my baby is growing up, she's becoming independent and she's spreading her wings.
Emma wants to ride the bus and, though I never said she could, assumed that's what kindergarteners do. I don't think I rode the bus until I was in 9th grade! I naturally planned to take Emma to school, to bake cookies while she was gone and to pick her up and bring her home. This is what my mom did. I remember this fondly and wanted to do the same for my babies. Emma is feeling bold and adventurous. I have to let her ride the bus as not to let my fears and hesitation effect her. I'm a little nervous to entrust her to someone I don't know, someone I've never met. I mean, I've met her teacher twice already but I've never met her bus drivers, the ones entrusted to get her safely to and from school! Okay, deep breath, chill out...
Tommorrow is a milestone and it's bittersweet.
Being of the sentimental sort, tomorrow (and today) is a bittersweet day for me. Tomorrow, Friday September 10, 2010, my first born baby starts kindergarten. As a mom I want my baby to grow up, be confident and strong, self sufficient, sensitive, caring and kind, social and outgoing, faithful and loving...among so many other things! But at the same time I want to hold my baby, young and small, soft and sweet, sleeping and peaceful...forever. Kindergarten is a milestone, for me, Tim and Emma. It means my baby is growing up, she's becoming independent and she's spreading her wings.
Emma wants to ride the bus and, though I never said she could, assumed that's what kindergarteners do. I don't think I rode the bus until I was in 9th grade! I naturally planned to take Emma to school, to bake cookies while she was gone and to pick her up and bring her home. This is what my mom did. I remember this fondly and wanted to do the same for my babies. Emma is feeling bold and adventurous. I have to let her ride the bus as not to let my fears and hesitation effect her. I'm a little nervous to entrust her to someone I don't know, someone I've never met. I mean, I've met her teacher twice already but I've never met her bus drivers, the ones entrusted to get her safely to and from school! Okay, deep breath, chill out...
Tommorrow is a milestone and it's bittersweet.
September 5, 2010
To Reminisce
I'm thinking back 5 years. Sometimes 5 years seems like a really long time, but right now it seems like it was just yesterday. What was I doing at this moment in 2005? I was probably trying to calm a restless, crying baby. Or maybe I was moving ever so slowly, gently trying to place her in her bed without waking her. The "her" I speak of is Emma, our first born, beautiful baby girl.
5 years ago was just the beginning of our journey as parents and was just the beginning of our family. I couldn't imagine what life had in store for us or how our life would change. I couldn't imagine who this little baby girl would turn out to be, who she would look like, what her personality would be, her likes and dislikes. I was ever consumed by the newness of being a mom and terrified that I wouldn't know what to do.
Things haven't changed too much. I don't spend much time calming a restless, crying little girl and Emma goes to bed well, no longer needing the persistent rocking and bouncing. I know now how our life has changed and understand that it will continue to change even more. I see resemblances of myself and Tim in her and still wonder who she'll look like as she grows. Emma's personality develops more each day and I know she loves macaroni and cheese, rainbows, kitties and butterflies. She doesn't like spiders, being woken up in the morning or having her hair brushed. I'm still consumed by being a mom but I know now what to do, and if I don't know, I have lots of people to ask and a God that provides.
So, the here and now is 5 years later. Emma recently celebrated her 5th birthday and will be starting kindergarten on Friday. This is a big week for our family! I'm really excited for Emma and a little hesitant about how I will feel on Friday when my baby girl goes off to kindergarten. She wants to ride the bus and I really don't want her to. But, I also want her to be strong and confident. Part of that is not impressing my fears and concerns upon her. I guess we'll both be growing through this experience.
5 years from now I'll look back on this week. I'll probably remember it like it was yesterday. I'll consider all the ways our family has changed and appreciate all the ways we have stayed the same. I think Emma will be considered a "tween" by then, and we'll be deal with a whole different reality. But my baby will always be my baby and I'll always make the time to reminisce.
5 years ago was just the beginning of our journey as parents and was just the beginning of our family. I couldn't imagine what life had in store for us or how our life would change. I couldn't imagine who this little baby girl would turn out to be, who she would look like, what her personality would be, her likes and dislikes. I was ever consumed by the newness of being a mom and terrified that I wouldn't know what to do.
Things haven't changed too much. I don't spend much time calming a restless, crying little girl and Emma goes to bed well, no longer needing the persistent rocking and bouncing. I know now how our life has changed and understand that it will continue to change even more. I see resemblances of myself and Tim in her and still wonder who she'll look like as she grows. Emma's personality develops more each day and I know she loves macaroni and cheese, rainbows, kitties and butterflies. She doesn't like spiders, being woken up in the morning or having her hair brushed. I'm still consumed by being a mom but I know now what to do, and if I don't know, I have lots of people to ask and a God that provides.
So, the here and now is 5 years later. Emma recently celebrated her 5th birthday and will be starting kindergarten on Friday. This is a big week for our family! I'm really excited for Emma and a little hesitant about how I will feel on Friday when my baby girl goes off to kindergarten. She wants to ride the bus and I really don't want her to. But, I also want her to be strong and confident. Part of that is not impressing my fears and concerns upon her. I guess we'll both be growing through this experience.
5 years from now I'll look back on this week. I'll probably remember it like it was yesterday. I'll consider all the ways our family has changed and appreciate all the ways we have stayed the same. I think Emma will be considered a "tween" by then, and we'll be deal with a whole different reality. But my baby will always be my baby and I'll always make the time to reminisce.
December 17, 2008
Teach the Children
I guess really we should teach the world. Because as the years pass, the true meaning of Christmas, the truth behind Christmas and why we celebrate, gets lost and pushed aside. I found this great story online. Although it's not the Bible version of the Christmas story, it is a great reminder of what Christmas is and why we celebrate. And it gives us new things to look for in our traditional Christmas decorations and celebrations. But remember, CHRIST is the reason we celebrate.
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This is how it happened...I just finished the household chores for the night and was preparing to go to bed, when I heard a noise in the front of the house. I opened the door to the front room and to my surprise, Santa himself stepped out from behind the Christmas tree.
He placed his finger over his mouth so I would not cry out. "What are you doing?" I started to ask. The words choked up in my throat, and I saw he had tears in his eyes. His usual jolly manner was gone. Gone was the eager, boisterous soul we all know.
He then answered me with a simple statement. "TEACH THE CHILDREN!"
I was puzzled; what did he mean? He anticipated my question, and with one quick movement brought forth a miniature toy bag from behind the tree. As I stood bewildered, Santa said, "Teach the children! Teach them the old meaning of Christmas. The meaning that now-a-days Christmas has forgotten."
Santa then reached in his bag and pulled out a FIR TREE and placed it before the mantle. "Teach the children that the pure green color of the stately fir tree remains green all year round, depicting the everlasting hope of mankind, all the needles point heavenward, making it a symbol of man's thoughts turning toward heaven."
He again reached into his bag and pulled out a brilliant STAR. "Teach the children that the star was the heavenly sign of promises long ago. God promised a Savior for the world, and the star was the sign of fulfillment of His promise."
He then reached into his bag and pulled out a CANDLE. "Teach the children that the candle symbolizes that Christ is the light of the world, and when we see this great light we are reminded of He who displaces the darkness."
Once again he reached into his bag and removed a WREATH and placed it on the tree. "Teach the children that the wreath symbolizes the real nature of love. Real love never ceases. Love is one continuous round of affection."
He then pulled from his bag an ornament of himself. "Teach the children that I, St. Nick, ( Santa Claus ) symbolize the generosity and good will we feel during the month of December."
He then brought out a HOLLY LEAF. "Teach the children that the holly plant represents immortality. It represents the crown of thorns worn by our Savior. The red holly represents the blood shed by Him."
Next he pulled from his bag a GIFT and said, "Teach the children that God so loved the world that HE gave HIS only begotten SON..." "Thanks be to God for his unspeakable gift.
"Teach the children that the wise men bowed before the Holy BABE and presented HIM with gold, frankincense and myrrh. We should always give gifts in the same spirit of the wise men."
Santa then reached in his bag and pulled out a CANDY CANE and hung it on the tree. "Teach the children that the candy cane represents the shepherds' crook. The crook on the staff helps to bring back strayed sheep to the flock. The candy cane is the symbol that we are our brother's keeper."
He reached in again and pulled out an ANGEL. "Teach the children that it was the angels that heralded in the glorious news of the Savior's birth. The angels sang 'Glory to God in the highest, on earth peace and good will toward men."
Suddenly I heard a soft twinkling sound, and from his bag he pulled out a BELL. "Teach the children that as the lost sheep are found by the sound of the bell, it should ring mankind to the fold. The bell symbolizes guidance and return."
Santa looked back and was pleased. He looked back at me and I saw that the twinkle was back in his eyes. He said, "Remember, teach the children the true meaning of Christmas and do not put me in the center, for I am but a humble servant of the One that is, and I bow down to worship HIM, our LORD, our GOD."
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This is how it happened...I just finished the household chores for the night and was preparing to go to bed, when I heard a noise in the front of the house. I opened the door to the front room and to my surprise, Santa himself stepped out from behind the Christmas tree.
He placed his finger over his mouth so I would not cry out. "What are you doing?" I started to ask. The words choked up in my throat, and I saw he had tears in his eyes. His usual jolly manner was gone. Gone was the eager, boisterous soul we all know.
He then answered me with a simple statement. "TEACH THE CHILDREN!"
I was puzzled; what did he mean? He anticipated my question, and with one quick movement brought forth a miniature toy bag from behind the tree. As I stood bewildered, Santa said, "Teach the children! Teach them the old meaning of Christmas. The meaning that now-a-days Christmas has forgotten."
Santa then reached in his bag and pulled out a FIR TREE and placed it before the mantle. "Teach the children that the pure green color of the stately fir tree remains green all year round, depicting the everlasting hope of mankind, all the needles point heavenward, making it a symbol of man's thoughts turning toward heaven."
He again reached into his bag and pulled out a brilliant STAR. "Teach the children that the star was the heavenly sign of promises long ago. God promised a Savior for the world, and the star was the sign of fulfillment of His promise."
He then reached into his bag and pulled out a CANDLE. "Teach the children that the candle symbolizes that Christ is the light of the world, and when we see this great light we are reminded of He who displaces the darkness."
Once again he reached into his bag and removed a WREATH and placed it on the tree. "Teach the children that the wreath symbolizes the real nature of love. Real love never ceases. Love is one continuous round of affection."
He then pulled from his bag an ornament of himself. "Teach the children that I, St. Nick, ( Santa Claus ) symbolize the generosity and good will we feel during the month of December."
He then brought out a HOLLY LEAF. "Teach the children that the holly plant represents immortality. It represents the crown of thorns worn by our Savior. The red holly represents the blood shed by Him."
Next he pulled from his bag a GIFT and said, "Teach the children that God so loved the world that HE gave HIS only begotten SON..." "Thanks be to God for his unspeakable gift.
"Teach the children that the wise men bowed before the Holy BABE and presented HIM with gold, frankincense and myrrh. We should always give gifts in the same spirit of the wise men."
Santa then reached in his bag and pulled out a CANDY CANE and hung it on the tree. "Teach the children that the candy cane represents the shepherds' crook. The crook on the staff helps to bring back strayed sheep to the flock. The candy cane is the symbol that we are our brother's keeper."
He reached in again and pulled out an ANGEL. "Teach the children that it was the angels that heralded in the glorious news of the Savior's birth. The angels sang 'Glory to God in the highest, on earth peace and good will toward men."
Suddenly I heard a soft twinkling sound, and from his bag he pulled out a BELL. "Teach the children that as the lost sheep are found by the sound of the bell, it should ring mankind to the fold. The bell symbolizes guidance and return."
Santa looked back and was pleased. He looked back at me and I saw that the twinkle was back in his eyes. He said, "Remember, teach the children the true meaning of Christmas and do not put me in the center, for I am but a humble servant of the One that is, and I bow down to worship HIM, our LORD, our GOD."
November 24, 2008
20+ Years in the Making
June 12, 1988 - Tim graduated from North Kitsap High School, Tammy went into labor.
June 13, 1988 - Tammy gave birth to a beautiful, healthy little girl they named Aimee Marie Sloan.
June 15, 1988 - Tim and Tammy said goodbye to their little girl. Together they made the difficult decision and opted for a better life for their little girl. They knew that, at their young ages, they could not offer this baby girl the life she deserved.
June 16, 1988 - Aimee was adopted by a wonderful, loving husband and wife, hand picked by Tim and Tammy, and given the name Nicole Star Asimakoupoulos.
Tim and Tammy never stopped thinking of, praying for and loving Nicole. They thought of her often, wrote letters and cards throughout the years, and thought of the day, someday, maybe, that they may be able to meet again. Tim and Tammy went their separate ways, each married and had two children, each had a boy and a girl, with their spouse. Throughout the years, Tim and Tammy remained very close friends and talked often, but always on Mother's Day, Father's Day, Nicole's birthday and holidays.
October 2008 - Tim and Tammy received a letter and some photos from Nicole. The day they had always hoped for, when Nicole wanted to know Tim and Tammy and meet them, had come. Communication soon followed with emails, phone calls, night's spent IM'ing and days spent texting. All parties involved wasted no time getting to know one another and filling in the blanks the past 20 years had left. Tim said it felt natural, like they had never been apart, like they have always known each other and been together. God had his hand in every life involved, from the moment He knew He would create that special, loved little baby girl.
November 23, 2008 - Tammy and her family, Tim and our family made the trip to Ellensburg to finally meet Nicole, in person. It was a wonderful day! Nicole is beautiful, smart, laid back, easy to talk with, easy to love. She is awesome with the kids, and they all seemed to take to her quickly...especially Emma. It all felt so comfortable and so natural. Only God knows how the future will play out, but I can say that we are so happy. Nicole always has been and is welcome to always be a part of our family. God has and continues to bless us all. ***scroll down towards the bottom of the page to view the slideshow of pictures from this meeting, "Meeting Nicole 11-23-2008"
June 13, 1988 - Tammy gave birth to a beautiful, healthy little girl they named Aimee Marie Sloan.
June 15, 1988 - Tim and Tammy said goodbye to their little girl. Together they made the difficult decision and opted for a better life for their little girl. They knew that, at their young ages, they could not offer this baby girl the life she deserved.
June 16, 1988 - Aimee was adopted by a wonderful, loving husband and wife, hand picked by Tim and Tammy, and given the name Nicole Star Asimakoupoulos.
Tim and Tammy never stopped thinking of, praying for and loving Nicole. They thought of her often, wrote letters and cards throughout the years, and thought of the day, someday, maybe, that they may be able to meet again. Tim and Tammy went their separate ways, each married and had two children, each had a boy and a girl, with their spouse. Throughout the years, Tim and Tammy remained very close friends and talked often, but always on Mother's Day, Father's Day, Nicole's birthday and holidays.
October 2008 - Tim and Tammy received a letter and some photos from Nicole. The day they had always hoped for, when Nicole wanted to know Tim and Tammy and meet them, had come. Communication soon followed with emails, phone calls, night's spent IM'ing and days spent texting. All parties involved wasted no time getting to know one another and filling in the blanks the past 20 years had left. Tim said it felt natural, like they had never been apart, like they have always known each other and been together. God had his hand in every life involved, from the moment He knew He would create that special, loved little baby girl.
November 23, 2008 - Tammy and her family, Tim and our family made the trip to Ellensburg to finally meet Nicole, in person. It was a wonderful day! Nicole is beautiful, smart, laid back, easy to talk with, easy to love. She is awesome with the kids, and they all seemed to take to her quickly...especially Emma. It all felt so comfortable and so natural. Only God knows how the future will play out, but I can say that we are so happy. Nicole always has been and is welcome to always be a part of our family. God has and continues to bless us all. ***scroll down towards the bottom of the page to view the slideshow of pictures from this meeting, "Meeting Nicole 11-23-2008"
October 14, 2008
My Husband the Captain
Just had to honor my husband for just a minute. He is a hard working man who loves his family as much as any man ever could, he works hard and provides a beautiful life for us. He always does everything with the best intentions, with our needs, wants and desires in mind, and works to improve the quality of our already very blessed life. He is loving and kind, giving and generous, he puts his family before himself (except during hunting season, when I'm supposed to cut him some slack), he is selfless, funloving, an incredible daddy and a loving, wonderful husband. He loves God and works daily to rely on Him and His purpose for our lives. We all know that's a very hard one to do! I am proud to have Tim in my life and feel blessed to share my life and children with him, forever.
Until the next opportunity rolls around, Tim will be pretending to work hard (as he always does, you know the life of the fire service) as a Captain and his family is very proud of him! Thanks Tim, for all you are and all you do.
Now take a look at the fun photos we took at Flaming Geyser State Park last weekend. We had fun and got to play around in the leaves. Don't the kids look great?
Until the next opportunity rolls around, Tim will be pretending to work hard (as he always does, you know the life of the fire service) as a Captain and his family is very proud of him! Thanks Tim, for all you are and all you do.
Now take a look at the fun photos we took at Flaming Geyser State Park last weekend. We had fun and got to play around in the leaves. Don't the kids look great?
October 10, 2008
It's Been a While
The last few months have flown by but have been full of many different things. Let me take a few steps backwards and fill you in.
August started with the continued stay of our Japanese exchange student, Yurika. We had a wonderful, busy, fun filled time while she and the other 19 students were visiting. They all arrived on July 22 and stayed through August 11. The first couple days were rough. Tim was working a 3 day and communicating with a foreign exchange student with minimal speaking English was difficult. It got easier and by week two things were really moving along. Yurika and I became very close and Emma loved having a new 'friend' to 'play with'. And boy, did she ever take advantage of the play time with Yurika! There were times I felt bad for taking advantage of my quiet time. Yurika went to class nearly every day and had fun afternoons visiting the local areas and famous Pacific NW attractions. Our family joined the students on their trip to Snoqualmie Falls, Chuck E Cheese, Boehm's Chocolate Factory and a few others. It was great and we are sooooo loocking forward to welcoming another student this coming summer.
Yurika was set to leave on August 11 and return to Japan. Tim had to leave for Denver on August 10. He was honored to be invited by his chief (out ouf many other possible people) to attend the 2008 IAFC Conference in Denver, CO for a week. This was a great opportunity to meet some of the chief's and spend some time talking with the head chief of his department. For those of you that don't know, Tim is going for a promotion to Battalion Chief this month and has been working very hard to achieve that position. After Yurika left, I had some time on my own with the kiddos before heading off to join Tim in CO. I was really looking forward to a little adult time with Tim and the oppoetunity to really dress up for the formal awards dinner night. I even got a beautiful black dress to wear (see the photos to the right). The weather HAD been beautiful prior to my arrival, but I guess Seattle decided to join me and we spent the remainder of the weekend in pouring down rain!
After we got back from CO, the rest of August was pretty low key. And we headed into September, school season (stay tuned) and fall (which arrived right on time according to the calendar). We really enjoyed our summer together, had a great time with the kiddos, watching Jacob grow, celebrating Emma's 3rd birthday with an awesome party and lots of friends, a few days at the park, camping with friends and introducing Yurika to the windy E. WA weather, and lots of nights BBQing our dinner! So, my end to summer is the beginning of September. I always feel that summer ends when school begins, although the calendar may say otherwise. Emma, our baby grown into a big girl but always my baby, started preschool this September. Wow! I can't believe she is already in preschool. It's so much fun seeing her learn and come home every day with a new song she learned and a new art project to put on the fridge. Yes, I'm that mom that has to display my kiddos school work on the fridge. I'm proud of her, and amazed, what can I say?!
October has just begun and we're in full swing. I started sewing this fall and have a table runner and skirt for Emma in the works. I also bought two stockings to make for the kiddos. I didn't realize how much work those were going to take, so Emma's is going to have to wait until next year! I'm already planning the holidays and can't wait for cooking, baking, shopping, wrapping, decorating and all that comes with the holiday season. We have been so blessed with our life and God is so good. I thank Him every day for our blessings and always remember the littls things. It's so easy to take things for granted. I know He will continue to provide for and bless us and we will continue to rely on Him, serve and honor Him. Our family wishes you all well and, though 24 hours goes by so quickly, hours turn into days turn into months, we think of you all, miss you and love you.
August started with the continued stay of our Japanese exchange student, Yurika. We had a wonderful, busy, fun filled time while she and the other 19 students were visiting. They all arrived on July 22 and stayed through August 11. The first couple days were rough. Tim was working a 3 day and communicating with a foreign exchange student with minimal speaking English was difficult. It got easier and by week two things were really moving along. Yurika and I became very close and Emma loved having a new 'friend' to 'play with'. And boy, did she ever take advantage of the play time with Yurika! There were times I felt bad for taking advantage of my quiet time. Yurika went to class nearly every day and had fun afternoons visiting the local areas and famous Pacific NW attractions. Our family joined the students on their trip to Snoqualmie Falls, Chuck E Cheese, Boehm's Chocolate Factory and a few others. It was great and we are sooooo loocking forward to welcoming another student this coming summer.
Yurika was set to leave on August 11 and return to Japan. Tim had to leave for Denver on August 10. He was honored to be invited by his chief (out ouf many other possible people) to attend the 2008 IAFC Conference in Denver, CO for a week. This was a great opportunity to meet some of the chief's and spend some time talking with the head chief of his department. For those of you that don't know, Tim is going for a promotion to Battalion Chief this month and has been working very hard to achieve that position. After Yurika left, I had some time on my own with the kiddos before heading off to join Tim in CO. I was really looking forward to a little adult time with Tim and the oppoetunity to really dress up for the formal awards dinner night. I even got a beautiful black dress to wear (see the photos to the right). The weather HAD been beautiful prior to my arrival, but I guess Seattle decided to join me and we spent the remainder of the weekend in pouring down rain!
After we got back from CO, the rest of August was pretty low key. And we headed into September, school season (stay tuned) and fall (which arrived right on time according to the calendar). We really enjoyed our summer together, had a great time with the kiddos, watching Jacob grow, celebrating Emma's 3rd birthday with an awesome party and lots of friends, a few days at the park, camping with friends and introducing Yurika to the windy E. WA weather, and lots of nights BBQing our dinner! So, my end to summer is the beginning of September. I always feel that summer ends when school begins, although the calendar may say otherwise. Emma, our baby grown into a big girl but always my baby, started preschool this September. Wow! I can't believe she is already in preschool. It's so much fun seeing her learn and come home every day with a new song she learned and a new art project to put on the fridge. Yes, I'm that mom that has to display my kiddos school work on the fridge. I'm proud of her, and amazed, what can I say?!
October has just begun and we're in full swing. I started sewing this fall and have a table runner and skirt for Emma in the works. I also bought two stockings to make for the kiddos. I didn't realize how much work those were going to take, so Emma's is going to have to wait until next year! I'm already planning the holidays and can't wait for cooking, baking, shopping, wrapping, decorating and all that comes with the holiday season. We have been so blessed with our life and God is so good. I thank Him every day for our blessings and always remember the littls things. It's so easy to take things for granted. I know He will continue to provide for and bless us and we will continue to rely on Him, serve and honor Him. Our family wishes you all well and, though 24 hours goes by so quickly, hours turn into days turn into months, we think of you all, miss you and love you.
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