The other day before our 20 week ultrasound, Saray and I had a bit of a chat. It was mostly a series of questions asked by me and answered by my 3.5 year old, Saray.
Mom: "How does a baby get into a Mommy's tummy?"
Saray: "God puts it there." (Why of course!)
Mom: "How does God choose which baby to put in Mommy's tummy?"
Saray: He goes to the babies store and looks around to see which baby will go best with Josh, Grayson and me."
Mom: How does a baby get its food in Mommy's tummy?"
Saray: "You (Mommy) take a bite and then the baby eats it, like a baby bird."
Mom: "How does the baby get bigger in Mommy's tummy?"
Saray: "It just grows."
Mom: "Is the baby in my tummy a sister or a brother?
Saray: "It's my baby sister, you know." (She knew all along, and even told us so in a-matter-fact kind of way, every single time we'd ask.)
Mom: Who will teach this baby how to walk & talk?"
Saray: "Me, of course! I can't wait to teach her how to walk at the hospital." Oh dear...
And that about sums up that little conversation.
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I love conversations with my kids, they make me laugh and they make me think, they challenge my faith to be more child-like, simple and steadfast. God teach me how to be more like my children ...teach me Lord to be steadfast and unmovable when I know I've heard your voice. Teach me to how be more carefree, lighthearted and to laugh with ease.
Monday, April 16, 2012
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Baby #4
Watching this little one actively twisting and turning inside, made something in my heart sigh, a sigh of contentment and praise to God. How could I ever grow tired of God's miracles?! Help me, Lord, to always see life (all stages) through Your eyes. I never want to grow cold to Your gift of breath and life.
Oh you're probably wondering if we found out if we are having a girl or boy this time. Well it was as clear as day (just like it was with our other 3 kids)... it's a GIRL! Yep, we will now have two boys and two girls. But then again, Saray already knew we were having a girl. She has stated from the beginning that we are having a girl - how do kids do that? They just know, and hang on to it with that child-like faith, it's so inspiring! I pray my children will always have sensitive ears to hear the voice of God and the ability to stand strong on the things He has said, no matter what is said around them.
I wavered constantly, nearly everyday! Lord, teach me to be more like a child at heart.
Capture A Memory
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| My heart is consumed with love for these rascals and a Godly reminder on how to be more selfless...it's a work in progress learning and submitting to selflessness... |
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| We had a blast on Easter Sunday with my family here in Spearfish. |
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| "Can we wear Daddy's t-shirts?" Sure why not! |
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| How in the world did she turn into a little girl?!? |
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| Grayson checking out the hot tub...he loves swimming and throwing around his beach ball. |
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| Josh and his tractor and trucks. |
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| 5 eggs each + 90 minutes of coloring = very cracked and very colorful Easter eggs! |
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| Painting Easter Eggs |
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| Having a blast!! |
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| Our Trio! |
Friday, March 9, 2012
Baby #4 and Heart Thoughts
Life is flying by, and so is this pregnancy. I blink and a few weeks go by before I realize what week I am on. I recall having this feeling when I was pregnant with Grayson, but this pregnancy seems to be flying by even faster, maybe it cause I hardly have time to stop and really think and ponder like I did with my past pregnancies. But even with all the busyness, I am trying my very best to enjoy every moment of this pregnancy as I know before long I will blink and I will have another kid nearing his/her second birthday or nearing his/her 4th birthday!
The twins, especially Saray, are really enjoying watching my belly grow. Saray, from the beginning, has stated that the baby growing in my belly is a girl. I guess we'll just have to wait and see if she is right on with what God has hidden from our eyes for now. Next Month on April 11th we'll have our 20 week ultrasound - I can't wait!
Between now and April 11th, we have a lot going on. In just a few short days I leave (yes, just me) for 5 days! I am headed to Arizona to visit a friend and to take a much needed vacation. I wish Jeremiah could come with me, but someone needs to hold the fort down. He is willing to take the 5 days off from work and he's willing to watch the 3 kiddos. Wow, what a guy!!! Maybe some men would be scared out of their mind with the idea of watching 3 kids, taking care of the house and cooking meals, but Jer, he's pumped and excited with 5 days with the kids, all to himself. But if you think of him, pray for him, and the kids. It's a big job to watch any number of kids, even if they are your own, for any amount of days. I even get weary and wonder if I am cut out of the job...so keep my little family in your prayers. And pray for me, that my spirit would be refreshed and renewed. My biggest prayer is that GOD would burn in me a new vision for the upcoming season(s). I feel like I have been running on empty, or at least close to 1/4 tank full for the last few years. I need this, and God knows that. I want to hear what He has on His heart for my family and for this season that is lies ahead. I am so incredibly thankful for His constant grace and mercies that are new with the rising sun, this keeps me running. But I need more than that, I am tired of just getting by, I am tired of just thriving and striving. I need a new revelation of what it means to really step into His peace and rest. I know that the Cross is a mystery door, and on the other side lies freedom from striving and it's a place of abiding. I am so thankful that with the crucifixion of Christ (and resurrection!), I was also crucified, and therefore I don't have to abide by the striving rules that the law forces. And with that in mind, I ready for my 5 days to focus my eyes on HIM alone and to have my heart renewed with his vision for my life.
Oh! On April 9th we will be celebrating Jeremiah's birthday! What a special man we get to celebrate! How blessed we are to have him apart of our family. We love you, Jeremiah!
Song - Do Everything - By Steven Curtis Chapman
The twins, especially Saray, are really enjoying watching my belly grow. Saray, from the beginning, has stated that the baby growing in my belly is a girl. I guess we'll just have to wait and see if she is right on with what God has hidden from our eyes for now. Next Month on April 11th we'll have our 20 week ultrasound - I can't wait!
Between now and April 11th, we have a lot going on. In just a few short days I leave (yes, just me) for 5 days! I am headed to Arizona to visit a friend and to take a much needed vacation. I wish Jeremiah could come with me, but someone needs to hold the fort down. He is willing to take the 5 days off from work and he's willing to watch the 3 kiddos. Wow, what a guy!!! Maybe some men would be scared out of their mind with the idea of watching 3 kids, taking care of the house and cooking meals, but Jer, he's pumped and excited with 5 days with the kids, all to himself. But if you think of him, pray for him, and the kids. It's a big job to watch any number of kids, even if they are your own, for any amount of days. I even get weary and wonder if I am cut out of the job...so keep my little family in your prayers. And pray for me, that my spirit would be refreshed and renewed. My biggest prayer is that GOD would burn in me a new vision for the upcoming season(s). I feel like I have been running on empty, or at least close to 1/4 tank full for the last few years. I need this, and God knows that. I want to hear what He has on His heart for my family and for this season that is lies ahead. I am so incredibly thankful for His constant grace and mercies that are new with the rising sun, this keeps me running. But I need more than that, I am tired of just getting by, I am tired of just thriving and striving. I need a new revelation of what it means to really step into His peace and rest. I know that the Cross is a mystery door, and on the other side lies freedom from striving and it's a place of abiding. I am so thankful that with the crucifixion of Christ (and resurrection!), I was also crucified, and therefore I don't have to abide by the striving rules that the law forces. And with that in mind, I ready for my 5 days to focus my eyes on HIM alone and to have my heart renewed with his vision for my life.
Oh! On April 9th we will be celebrating Jeremiah's birthday! What a special man we get to celebrate! How blessed we are to have him apart of our family. We love you, Jeremiah!
Song - Do Everything - By Steven Curtis Chapman
Snow Bunnies
We finally had a decent snow fall (4 or 5 inches) last week, so we bundled up and went out to shovel/play in the snow. It was the first time that Joshua asked to go out and play in the snow, normally it's Saray that constantly asks to play out in the snow, even if its a slight dusting. We were thrilled with the request, especially since Jer had the day off, which meant I didn't have to bundle three kids all by myself.
The kids had a blast and played outside for over an hour. We made snow angels and made a slide of snow connecting to our 3.5 ft retaining wall by our driveway. Grayson kept trying to run through the snow like the twins, but kept falling, only to be stuck in snow face down. Thank goodness Momma was never too far away to rescue the little guy.
Saray was the first to make the request to head indoors, which was shocking as it's normally Joshua who wants to go back inside first (generally with 5 minutes of being outdoors). But everyone was a bit happier and warmer when greeted by a warm cup of real hot cocoa and a morning snack.
Friday, March 2, 2012
Putting to Memory
Once I caught a fish alive,
Six, seven, eight, nine ,ten,
Then I let him go again.
Why did you let him go?
Because he bit my finger so.
Which finger did he bite?
This little finger on the right.
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I cannot help but be simply amazed by Saray, she memorized this poem/song in one day. It makes me realize that I do not give my children enough credit...they are all so very smart!! In fact, I think in a handful of years they will actually outsmart me.
Enjoy the little video of Saray.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
A Pirate Life For Me...
Okay so maybe I wasn't really cut out to be a pirate, but I sure do enjoy taking my kids to the pirate ship pool in Deadwood. So at least for a few hours I can pretend, I mean my kids can pretend that they are little pirates out at sea.
Speaking of the little pirates, Grayson is up from his nap. 2 are still sleeping...so I'll upload the pictures while I can. Enjoy the pictures.
Speaking of the little pirates, Grayson is up from his nap. 2 are still sleeping...so I'll upload the pictures while I can. Enjoy the pictures.
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