WoW! I can't believe we made it this week! It was a long week but a fruitful one at that. I started back to work, with God's grace and mercy, I survived being away from the kiddos. My heart hurt a bit but after calling my parents numerous times to check how they were doing, I made it through the week. Both Brian and I are very tired today, and I think the kids could use a nap too. Maybe we will all take a nap. :)
Well, Grayden had his second Awana's group this week. He's really enjoying going and already has his bible verse down pat! :) YEAH GRAYDEN!!! :) It's been fun watching him start what he calls "School" His favorite bible story right now is, Jonah and the Whale. He tells it with such excitement. Oh the faith of a child! I LOVE IT!!!
Grayden also went for his testing today with the Kent school district. Brian was able to take the day off and go with us. What a blessing that was. We were able to talk to several people that will be working with Grayden as he begins his journey in education. He did really good with the testing. We will be going back for further testing on the 29th of this month and to meet with the school psychologist as well. The next set of testing will be more detailed on 3 different areas, fine moter skills, behavior and social skills. Please keep him in your prayers and us as parents as well. As we will be learning new things and making some decisions for the future for Grayden. May God's hand be in all things.
As for Johnnie - he's Johnnie. He's still ---- "I STUCK, I STUCK!!!! ME OUT ME OUT!!! " to everything. but is very much so our little helper. He wants to help with everything. and is such a joy. He's managed this week to get two fat lips. earlier this week, he put his teeth through the lower lip.. and this morning, he split his gum/upper lip on something else. He's a rough and tough kind of guy! so I'm sure there is more to come.
Emma - well, the princess is doing well. She's talking more and more and loves to be around her brothers. She loves to watch people and will follow them all around the room. She's our little angel.
I'll be posting more pictures soon.
We are being blessed by an evening alone tonight. My parents agreed to watch the kids, so we can spend an evening alone celebrating our anniversary! 9 years!! It's hard to believe it's been that long! But what a blessing we've been given! Our love is stronger each and everyday. and Blessed by God! tata for now... I need to get the kiddos stuff together so mommy and daddy can go play tonight! --- quiet... we are going to have a quiet house.. what do you do with that? mmm....
Friday, September 19, 2008
Sunday, September 14, 2008
From a Mother's Heart...
As some of you know, with a saddened heart, I'm going back to work tomorrow. The last 8 weeks have been some of my most fondest memories and times. I love my children so much and will miss them whole heartingly.
Why is it that this world has gone to a state where we have to be a two person income just to make it? Where did the value of having a family go too? To having a mother be at home with her children? To giving jobs and the means for husbands to make enough in this world to support their families so the mothers can be home with the children. For the mothers to be home, sharing those moments and bring them up with good morals and values. To instilling the word of God in their hearts. Showing them how to do everything.. from taking their first bites, to walking, to talking... and much much more! My heart grieves for this loss. The loss that I will miss some of these moments. I know that I need to go back to work, for financial reasons but my heart is at home with my babies. Where I should be.
Please pray for us tomorrow. Pray for my children. I know they are in wonderful hands with my parents, who love them as much as I do.... but it can not replace my love for them... or that I should be there. I am greatful for my parents, for the sacrifice they have made over the years to be there for them. To teach them and love them, like no other childcare could or would. Pray for my children, that they would have a easy transition into mommy not being there when they wake up in the morning.... and spending all day with them. Pray that they will one day understand why. Please pray as well for me, as I do go back to work. That it's the right decision...that it's God's will. I trust in His will, even though I don't understand it. That if He truly meant for me to be at home, that He would provide a means for this. Pray for my heart, as it hurts. Pray that I can do my job with the best of my ability. That I don't grow bitter in this decision. Please also pray for my husband...as he goes to work and is trying to make a better living and do his best for his family. Pray that he does not grow bitter as well, cause he can not provide for all our needs as he wishes... Only our Savior can provide for our needs. He IS the provider. Please lift our whole family up in the coming days, as we carry on in life and return to our normal routine and dream of the weekends, when we can be home with each other as a family all day.
God's Blessings,
Cari
Why is it that this world has gone to a state where we have to be a two person income just to make it? Where did the value of having a family go too? To having a mother be at home with her children? To giving jobs and the means for husbands to make enough in this world to support their families so the mothers can be home with the children. For the mothers to be home, sharing those moments and bring them up with good morals and values. To instilling the word of God in their hearts. Showing them how to do everything.. from taking their first bites, to walking, to talking... and much much more! My heart grieves for this loss. The loss that I will miss some of these moments. I know that I need to go back to work, for financial reasons but my heart is at home with my babies. Where I should be.
Please pray for us tomorrow. Pray for my children. I know they are in wonderful hands with my parents, who love them as much as I do.... but it can not replace my love for them... or that I should be there. I am greatful for my parents, for the sacrifice they have made over the years to be there for them. To teach them and love them, like no other childcare could or would. Pray for my children, that they would have a easy transition into mommy not being there when they wake up in the morning.... and spending all day with them. Pray that they will one day understand why. Please pray as well for me, as I do go back to work. That it's the right decision...that it's God's will. I trust in His will, even though I don't understand it. That if He truly meant for me to be at home, that He would provide a means for this. Pray for my heart, as it hurts. Pray that I can do my job with the best of my ability. That I don't grow bitter in this decision. Please also pray for my husband...as he goes to work and is trying to make a better living and do his best for his family. Pray that he does not grow bitter as well, cause he can not provide for all our needs as he wishes... Only our Savior can provide for our needs. He IS the provider. Please lift our whole family up in the coming days, as we carry on in life and return to our normal routine and dream of the weekends, when we can be home with each other as a family all day.
God's Blessings,
Cari
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