Life has been super exciting lately. Our sweet nephew Bryce arrived October 4th. He is the best baby ever and it has been so fun to enjoy a new little one in the family. My sister is doing really well with two and it's been fun to see Cade and Brynne love on their new friend. They both call him "Byce".
My mom was able to sneak a little trip in even though it's the middle of a crazy semester for her at Northland. That was wonderful, and she loved hanging with her grandkids.
I recently read Because He Loves Me by Elyse Fitzpatrick. I haven't done a full review yet because I'm actually sharing my findings in a Sunday School Class...so maybe later. However, I will say that it is incredible. God has really used it to teach me how to apply the gospel to my everyday life. I'm so thankful my friend Lorie recommended it to me!
Brynnie Brynne Brynne...now almost 16 months!!! I love her so much. She has been walking in bits and pieces for a little while, but has finally decided she really likes it and has taken off. I'm afraid I will never get her to sit still again. However, I'm so thankful we have gotten around to it and can be done with the frustrations of "butt scooting". She says so many words now, which I love. Communication is so fun! Our biggest battle right now is whining, which is a constant struggle. I'm learning patience in new ways! Lately, one of my favorite things is to pray with her at night and then see her smile and say "amen"...although it sounds like "a" (short a sound) - "men". Sometimes during a prayer she starts saying it - maybe it just gets a little too long :) Anyways, I am constantly grateful for the gift of our sweetie.
We are continuing to look at Tacoma WA. We have been asking the Lord for clarity in this decision, and I believe He is making His plan for us evident. We are excited, but nervous. We will keep you posted.
Wow - if you stuck with me, good for you! Hopefully, next time I will have some fun visual stimulation, but until then....happy reading!
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Loved the post and catching up with your life. I started reading that book as well, its great so far.
P.S. Homemade corn bread sounds SO good. I've always made it "out of the box." Actually any fall food sounds great to me right now, probably because I'm able to cook.= ) My husband will be well feed when I start cooking again...I have lots of recipes bookmarked to try. = )
*not able to cook...guess I should have proof read that. = )
Sorry for your clumsiness- and for mine, too :( I've been such a clutz lately! I hope you can get a new camera soon :) I love seeing Brynne walking around- she's just too cute. Continuing to pray for you guys!
it was fun to read your update! Graham always says Amen in the middle of Andrew's prayers at mealtime. apparently they are definitely too long. :) yay for a full walker!!
I'm visual myself but I stuck with your post so you must be a good enough writer to not require pictures to keep me interested. : ) Fun times. Oh-I have broken a lot of glasses in our 4 years of marriage. We got a new set this year and so far...I haven't broken one. We'll see how long that lasts.
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