Summer 2008

I have been reflecting on what life was like a year ago. I was almost 8 months pregnant and not feeling well. Little did I know that I was about a week away from giving birth to little Sarah ( see picture from the day we brought her home from the hospital, July 9th, 2007)! She has grown so much this year (the other picture is from Mother's Day, the day she was dedicated to the Lord, in Church). Her personality is really coming out these days. She squeels when she sees us and waves good-bye. She loves to climb the stairs and play in the kitchen cabinet. She pulls the popcorn packets and raisin boxes out of a basket in the cabinet and puts them in and out, talking the whole time. She loves David and Katie. They are such a great brother and sister. For me, knowing that Sarah will be 1 is a wonderful thing. We are through with a very tiring and full year.

The kids are enjoying their summer so far. David and Katie helped out at our church's Bible School last week. David helped out with games and crafts. Katie and one of her friends were in charge of eight 3rd grade girls. She also helped with 2 other girls in doing hand motions for the opening session for Bible School. In the picture, you can see Katie's hair and how curly it gets. And I'm liking David's hair in the picture; it's nice and short! Well, his summer hair is pretty nice too but it gets kind of long. He loves summer when he doesn't have to go get it cut according to school dress code.

For me, personally, God has been teaching me that he is faithful. His love and faithfulness remain with me. This is a real help to me. Remembering who God is rather than focusing on me or others faults. I'm also seeing the importance of turning my anxieties into prayer. It's a way better use of my time and it brings me rest rather than distress!

It's a beautiful evening here. I love summertime!