Kathy called last night to tell us. I hope that everything works out. I always have a fear of something happening with the inspection (which is next week) or something before closing which will not be until the end of September! It has been a long search and after lots of looking, crying, disappointments, saving, and praying (right inside the houses and in yards too) we think we've found the one to start a family in! Here is a peek! There is actually a funny story about this house which I'll share later. So, hopefully it will be our new home in September! Yay! We're just thrilled y'all!
"You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand." John 13:7
We have been clinging to this verse for awhile now.
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Friday, August 21, 2009
Kindness counts!
Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
Colossians 3:12
It sounds like something that I teach my kids...but really my Dad is being the ultimate servant right now. I mentioned that we skyped for awhile tonight in my last post and thought maybe I should explain.
He is living down in Florida for the month...taking care of my Nanny Jane (his mother in law) because she needs someone to be with her 24/7 even though she is in rehab. She fell twice lately because the nurses there left her in her chair or just weren't paying attention..in just the two times since this happened in July that someone wasn't with her, she fell both times. My mom has 3 sisters and only 1 lives there. Everyone has gone back to their jobs now and Poppy Bill has hired a nurse to spend the nights with my Nanny but usually stays with her from 6am-11pm. He was getting so tired and couldn't get the everyday things done like bills and upkeep of the house, that Daddy volunteered and then was asked by Poppy Bill to come help (and Poppy NEVER asks for help)!
I am so proud of my Daddy. He is very selfless to sit, feed, and spend time with Nanny Jane each day. And thankfully now, Poppy Bill can rest a little bit and have some company. They usually split the time. I know my mama is lonely in Dublin without him, but she wouldn't want it any other way. As soon as Swine Flu clears out of our county I am going to go down for a weekend and take over. I just couldn't ask for a better example of humility and kindess. I am overwhelmed with thankfulness and adoration for my Dad. And of course I am in tears right now..so I need to go and watch my Friday night TLC!
This is a picture of my sweet parents a few weeks before Nanny Jane tripped and hit her head, resulting in 2 brain surgery's, and now mini-stokes.
Colossians 3:12
It sounds like something that I teach my kids...but really my Dad is being the ultimate servant right now. I mentioned that we skyped for awhile tonight in my last post and thought maybe I should explain.
He is living down in Florida for the month...taking care of my Nanny Jane (his mother in law) because she needs someone to be with her 24/7 even though she is in rehab. She fell twice lately because the nurses there left her in her chair or just weren't paying attention..in just the two times since this happened in July that someone wasn't with her, she fell both times. My mom has 3 sisters and only 1 lives there. Everyone has gone back to their jobs now and Poppy Bill has hired a nurse to spend the nights with my Nanny but usually stays with her from 6am-11pm. He was getting so tired and couldn't get the everyday things done like bills and upkeep of the house, that Daddy volunteered and then was asked by Poppy Bill to come help (and Poppy NEVER asks for help)!
I am so proud of my Daddy. He is very selfless to sit, feed, and spend time with Nanny Jane each day. And thankfully now, Poppy Bill can rest a little bit and have some company. They usually split the time. I know my mama is lonely in Dublin without him, but she wouldn't want it any other way. As soon as Swine Flu clears out of our county I am going to go down for a weekend and take over. I just couldn't ask for a better example of humility and kindess. I am overwhelmed with thankfulness and adoration for my Dad. And of course I am in tears right now..so I need to go and watch my Friday night TLC!
This is a picture of my sweet parents a few weeks before Nanny Jane tripped and hit her head, resulting in 2 brain surgery's, and now mini-stokes.
Looks like it's going to be a rainy weekend...
and I'm so glad! It has been so HOT and HUMID all week long. Recess has been miserable.
I am just thrilled that it is Friday night and I'm blogging.
Let me set the scene...
I got home from school, feeling Swiney and slept until 7 (it was storming mind you) then I got up and Skyped with my Dad. Matt and I ate supper (he is coughing something terrible and will most likely be called into work in the morning) then we Skyped with my Dad. Now I'm bundled up in bed in pj pants and one of my many cute colored school shirts reserved for Friday's...I have a blanket, my laptop, Blakely, and a Vanilla Coke Zero. I am listening to some GAC and couldn't be happier!
I am looking forward to resting this weekend and getting caught up on some things around the house and for school. I'm also hoping to snuggle up to my hubby for a movie or two. We might as well enjoy this drippy weather :)
I am just thrilled that it is Friday night and I'm blogging.
Let me set the scene...
I got home from school, feeling Swiney and slept until 7 (it was storming mind you) then I got up and Skyped with my Dad. Matt and I ate supper (he is coughing something terrible and will most likely be called into work in the morning) then we Skyped with my Dad. Now I'm bundled up in bed in pj pants and one of my many cute colored school shirts reserved for Friday's...I have a blanket, my laptop, Blakely, and a Vanilla Coke Zero. I am listening to some GAC and couldn't be happier!
I am looking forward to resting this weekend and getting caught up on some things around the house and for school. I'm also hoping to snuggle up to my hubby for a movie or two. We might as well enjoy this drippy weather :)
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Voice of a Savior!
These sweet 11 year olds go to my church and sang this song last Spring. I've loved the song ever since I heard them sing it. I was searching for Mandisa's version tonight and came across Trinity, Laura, and Caroline singing it. My very favorite part that gives me chills every single time is at the end, when Trinity sings her solo. AMAZING! You have to get past the shaky camera though...lol! Listen to the lyrics :)
Monday, August 17, 2009
Make It or Break It....I heart this show!
I've been watching for a while. I am a huge fan of ABC Family...however cheesy or "high school" that may be. But tonight sealed the deal. It's got to be one of my new favorites! I love the parts with the "girls", the "moms", and the "gymnastics"!
You may not know this about me...but I started gymnastics at a young age and actually did the beam, bars, etc. So of course gymnastics and the olympics have always been a passion of mine. I have a book autographed by the 1996 USA Olympic Gold Medal team from Atlanta.
I CANNOT wait until next weeks season finale!
Monday...already??
The weekends seem to fly by! I was in denial all day about it being Monday...but am now enjoying my rainy Monday evening with my hubby and golden. We are getting tons of rain b/c of the tropical storm out there!
Let's recap the weeekend.
Friday: Fun, fun! Bridgett, Carrie, Jennifer, and I went to Tallahassee Friday night! We made a quick stop to Kirkland's and then enjoyed dinner and drinks at Olive Garden. Somehow we made it back home....I have a hard time reading Matt's GPS screen and it was telling me my speed...after a long day of work..haha! We took all sorts of crazy fun pics, then on the way home went through stages of falling asleep to the most intense conversations you will bascially ever have! Then we got some energy back when we made it back to my house. Matt became our photographer and Blakely became our "cheerleader"! Haha! I must have been a lot more tired than I thought because I fell asleep twice when Matt was telling me a story.
These pics range from our family portrait before dinner, a picture of our "serious" drive home, and a crazy pic when we arrived back at my house! Love the four seasons!! :)
Saturday: We spent it house hunting. Fun but tiring.
Sunday: I felt sick Sunday, I'm still crossing my fingers that I don't come down with Swine Flu. But I was able to hold down a small thin mint blizzard for dessert! Yummy!
Monday: I always play catch up on Monday...but thanks to all of the support in my classroom during nap time...I caught up..for now anyway. I had energy again today...but am fading fast now. I think it is time for a bubble bath, pj's, and The Secret Life followed by Make it or Break it in bed. Then Matt will watch Cake Boss while I sleep :) If I feel really awake, I will attepmt to work on baseline test scores on commercials :) Happy Monday!
Let's recap the weeekend.
Friday: Fun, fun! Bridgett, Carrie, Jennifer, and I went to Tallahassee Friday night! We made a quick stop to Kirkland's and then enjoyed dinner and drinks at Olive Garden. Somehow we made it back home....I have a hard time reading Matt's GPS screen and it was telling me my speed...after a long day of work..haha! We took all sorts of crazy fun pics, then on the way home went through stages of falling asleep to the most intense conversations you will bascially ever have! Then we got some energy back when we made it back to my house. Matt became our photographer and Blakely became our "cheerleader"! Haha! I must have been a lot more tired than I thought because I fell asleep twice when Matt was telling me a story.
These pics range from our family portrait before dinner, a picture of our "serious" drive home, and a crazy pic when we arrived back at my house! Love the four seasons!! :)
Saturday: We spent it house hunting. Fun but tiring.
Sunday: I felt sick Sunday, I'm still crossing my fingers that I don't come down with Swine Flu. But I was able to hold down a small thin mint blizzard for dessert! Yummy!
Monday: I always play catch up on Monday...but thanks to all of the support in my classroom during nap time...I caught up..for now anyway. I had energy again today...but am fading fast now. I think it is time for a bubble bath, pj's, and The Secret Life followed by Make it or Break it in bed. Then Matt will watch Cake Boss while I sleep :) If I feel really awake, I will attepmt to work on baseline test scores on commercials :) Happy Monday!
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Thankful Thursday
Carrie, Me, and Bridgett after a reunion dinner! Jennifer hightailed it out of there and missed our photo shoot on the streets of Quitman:)
Whenever I have drive time, I get in a reflective mood...hence Thankful Thursday...here it goes....
I got to eat dinner with the 4 seasons (aka Bridgett, Carrie Beth, and Jennifer)!
I have energy...although I feel a little bit under the weather.
There is country music blasting on the radio...which means that we have a clean house!
I am thankful for Nanny Jane and Poppy Bill. I'm thankful that they just found a good nurse that will take care of her at night. I am grateful that she is alive.
I'm thankful for my sweet parents that gave me the world and are always there for me.
Blakely, my baby right now, who is my shadow and a person :)
For my school family. I love that I am surrounded by older, wiser, beautiful, smart, women at my school. I love learning from them, teaching with them, chatting with them, and laughing with them :)
For a wonderful CVS...my favorite store to go to.
That the Lord blessed me with the sweetest, most Godly man/hubby in the world! I get to have fun with my best friend every day! Every minute that we get to spend together makes me happier than anything.
Lastly, that the Lord always pushes me when I just want to sit still. I learn so much from these times and am completely blessed by His faithfulness and guidance.
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