Sorry I haven't blogged lately. Everything is going by so fast. Can you believe that it is already February 14th. This year is flying by and I'm trying to absorb everything.

Just a little update on the kids. Bonnie is potty training and growing into a beautiful little lady. She is talking so much you can barely keep up with her. She is so polite, we are finally hearing and seeing what we have been teaching over the past 2 years. She is so smart. She knows exactly what Shannon and I are talking about and she asks questions all the time. I can't imagine life without hearing her sweet little voice saying momma or daddy and I love it when she is talking to her bubba. Brennen is getting so big. He is starting to talk and have cute little expressions. He is also getting an attitude so we are starting the whole process over in teaching when he can and when he can't get what he wants. He is running everywhere he goes and he loves his big sister. Both babies are sweet and wonderful blessings.

Now, on to STREAM. We just got back from a weekend in Midland. We had a blast. I sang with all my heart to the Lord and cried most of the time. I love singing with no limits. If I wanted to lift my hands, I did. If I wanted to clap, I did. If I wanted to cry, I did. The singing was awesome!!! Terry Rush was the speaker and he did a wonderful job talking about how we should be still and see the people around us. We live life in the fast lane and we just need to slow down and see people. We went with family and friends and had a wonderful time sharing with eachother. The kids did such a great job in service and at night, they just were great all around. Now I can't wait until next year.

Well, I better go. Brennen just woke up and is crying.

Blessings from God

Thought I would share this with everyone. They are so cute. It took forever to get this picture however it was very worth it. Everyday they are changing and growing. They sing all the time, talk constantly, and they love to laugh. Some moments they can be HARD, however they are sweet at heart. Bonnie, is counting, asking questions, playing mommy, and teaching her little brother all kinds of things. Brennen is starting to talk, becoming independent, playing with cars and crashing them, and looks up to Bonnie and loves her. They are so sweet to each other. They play well together and fight well together, but all in all, they love being brother and sister. I must admit I love being their mother. God has shown me in my two babies how giving and loving HE is. I pray everyday that I can be the example and influence that God expects me to be for my children. Thank you God for your gifts of love. Hope everyone is doing well and God Bless each of your families!

Sweet Reminders

Over the past few days I have read some things related to children that have reminded me of how much I am blessed for having my two lovely babies. We waited so long to have children and lost a few during the wait, and in the mix of everyday life I sometimes forget through the disobedience, crying, tempers, selfishness and just plain moodiness, that these babies that God gave to me are the sweetest, cutiest, and all around best kids. I know that so many couples struggle with getting pregnant and I know how much babies are longed for and wanted and also needed. I just want anyone that reads this blog to now that God knows what is needed for you and your family. He blessed me and I know he will bless you too. My husband and I are so excited that we now have children that we just sit and laugh sometimes. There are no words to express the happiness they bring to our lives. God, you are a good God and I thank you and give my life to you and promise to raise these children in your light.

Thankful for the Day

Yesterday was a wonderful day with the family. We ate tons of food, watched football, laughed all day, and shared moments together that we will remember for a long time. I love spending time with my family. My dad, brother-in-law and husband, (the only men in the house) held their ground well. The women in the house cooked, cleaned, talked loudly, and laughed loudly. The kids played hard and slept just long enough to regain energy to continue the day. I'm looking forward to Christmas so we can do it all over again. I hope that everyone had a Great Thanksgiving day and all is well with your family.

Growing Up Fast

Well, Bonnie is now 2 and Brennen is now 1 and time is flying past us. Everytime I look at these beautiful children I thank God that he allowed me to teach and to love them. Sometimes there are no words, just a smile and the thought that they are such good kids. Now, believe me they have bad days and they have mood swings, however all around they are beautiful, fun loving, laughing and sweet children. Bonnie is talking non-stop and growing more everyday. She is asking questions and I can see her mind working and thinking about things. That is so cool. Brennen is getting so tall. He is in the same shoe size as Bonnie. He is losing all of his baby fat and is becoming a toddler. He is saying a few words, however he is not a talker. But we are working on it. They are both so sweet and funny. God has blessed us with GREAT kids. Until next time...