So it has been raining for almost a week now! Crazy weather for Arizona so close to Christmas.
Only 2 1/2 days left... all the festivities start tomorrow. I am really excited!
Samuel and I have not gone shopping for each other or the kids yet. (well Sam did get his scope) We decided we were going to do Christmas after Christmas. See what the kids get and then figure out what they still need before we go on any type of shopping spree. Plus the funds are not really there right now.
We made presents at As You Wish for all the Grandparents this year. We used the kid's hand prints and footprints to decorate plates, that are being turned into clocks, and a vase. I really liked how they looked and hope they turn out great after firing. I pick them up tomorrow.
Sunday through Wednesday of this week I watched a friend of mine, Brandy's, youngest kids. Brandy was scheduled for an induction on Tuesday morning and I wanted to help her by watching the kids for her and Jeff. Grace and Noah are 5 and 3, add that to my 2 and 6 week old... and we had a full, very busy house.
I think I surprised myself with how well I did. Samuel was at work so it was just me and the munchkins. We had a few moments that were not so great, and taking them to As You Wish was a CRAZY idea... but all in all in went really well. I was glad to help and glad to see the kids again.
I thought when my children were born that I loved them so much I would burst. But as they grow, I can honestly say I love them more and more each day. I don't know how it is possible, but I do.
My son with his big brown eyes and mischievous little grin can melt my heart in less than a second. He is learning and growing so fast. Everyday he says new words out of no where, like he has been saying them his whole life. He is putting 2 and even 3 words together at a time. Before I know it he will be speaking in full sentences. I can't even imagine that!
My daughter, 7 weeks old today, with her cherub cheeks and sweet smiles. She loves her daddy. Always gives him big grins. Actually she loves men in general. She smiles and John and my Dad a lot as well. She smiled so big at Sam the other day and was cooing a whole bunch, it looked like she was about to laugh. Too soon she feels so much bigger in my arms and she is gaining weight so quickly. Samuel can not wait to see what she will be like when she is Elijah's age. He is such a good daddy... how did I get so lucky? To have not only a wonderful husband but my children have the best father. His love for them radiates from him. As big and intimidating as he may seem to some, he is just a big softy at heart. Cuddling with his son and talking baby talk to his daughter. These are moments that make me love him only more.
Scripture:
Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.
Proverbs 22:6
Prayer:
Lord thank you for my children. Thank you for the health and vitality. They are both amazing individuals and I love them so very much. I ask that you help me and Samuel to continue to raise them up in Your ways Lord. Help us make You the center of their lives. Give us patience and understanding. Guard their hearts God. The world is a terrible place, and seems to only get more horrible as time goes on... protect them from evil.
Thank you for my husband as well Lord. Continue to give him wisdom in leading our family. Bless him Lord for his sacrifices that he makes for us. Give him energy when he feels like he has nothing left.
I pray also for my dad and Cheryl. Let my family and I be a beacon of light for You. Let them see our joy and love and know it is You who strengthens us. Give us an opportunity to witness to them, to share Your love, and let them come to know You because of it. Thank you again for sending Your Son do die on the cross for my sins.
Amen
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Angel Kisses
This Holiday season has been very busy. The piles of unfolded clothes, sink full of dirty dishes and food-less refrigerator are testament to my lack of time spent at home lately. (and my lack of motivation when I have been home :-)
My first day back at work went well. As did yesterday, although for a Saturday I was highly disappointed in the lack of customers throughout the night.
Friday we went to Glendale Glitters. We took both Elijah and Alice. Gloria, Norm, Nate, Jassem, Esther and Solomon all came. It was a great family affair. Before we went to see the lights we all ate at the Chinese Buffet, Samuel was very happy about that! Downtown Glendale was a madhouse. It was too crowded to really enjoy the lights and booths. The kiddie rides, like always, were way overpriced. Luckily Elijah doesn't know we skipped those.
I did get to check out the new children boutique that opened and grabbed two handmade beanies for Alice. Which then resulted in me doing a mini photo shoot with my phone on Saturday while Samuel was at work and Elijah was at Grandma Gloria's for the weekend (God Bless her for this. She takes Elijah for the weekend every other month or so and this gives Samuel and I some much needed time to ourselves... well us plus Alice now.)
Today we took Alice to see her first movie in the theater. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1. (Have you seen a longer movie title?) It was VERY good and I have to admit I was surprised. The others have failed to impress me, but this one both Samuel and I, really enjoyed. Alice however was not as thrilled and slept through the whole thing. (Which was what mommy and daddy were hoping would happen!) It had been a long time since we had been to see a movie so it was a really great morning.
Last night I picked out an Angel Tree at Walmart. A 5 year old girl who needs clothes and wants a Barbie. I got her a cute little dress with leggings and a Fairy Barbie. For about $15 I have made some little girl's Christmas a tad bit brighter. I too often think about how little money we have to buy our loved one's gifts this holiday season. When the fact is... my family and I have all we need, and then some. So I made it a point to spend some of our money on someone who is far less fortunate than ourselves even if it means that I have to spend a little less on someone else, it's a very small sacrifice (if you can even call it that) to make.
Today was Sunday and we did not go to church... again. We need to go next Sunday.
Scripture
Proverbs 19:17
He who is kind to the poor lends to the LORD, and he will reward him for what he has done.
Luke 6:38
Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.
Prayer
Dear God,
As Christmas quickly approaches help me remember it's true meaning. That I am celebrating the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ and all that He did for us. From His teachings while on earth to His death on the cross. Let me not have a greedy heart. Thank you for reminding me, in the simplest ways, that I have so much to be thankful for. That you continue to provide and I in turn am expected to pass the blessings You poor out onto others. I pray for my Angel Tree Rosaline. God give her peace, joy and happiness not only this holiday season but all the year long. Let her needs be met and Your will done in her life. Bring someone to plant the seed of the Love of Jesus into her young heart. Thank you for giving my family a great time together this weekend. For keeping us safe, healthy and happy.
Father I also pray for my Aunt Holly. She lost her dear friend, Lissa, on Wednesday. Lord I do not know if she knew You as her Lord and Savior. If she did, I am happy that she has gone to a better place and give Holly and Lissa's other friends and family comfort in that fact. If not, God let this be a reminder to not only Holly, but myself and all those who know about her tragic death, that time is short! That it is important we share the message of your Saving Grace with all of those we come in contact with. For we do not know the day nor the hour that we or anyone else will leave this earth.
Lastly Lord. I have never lost a very close loved one. I thank you and praise you for that. I cannot imagine loosing anyone close to my heart. Continue to keep my family and friends safe and healthy. Put a hedge of Angels around each one so that they may be protected from all harm and evil that is Satan.
Give us all a good nights rest and bring Samuel home safe from work.
In Jesus' Name I pray,
Amen
My first day back at work went well. As did yesterday, although for a Saturday I was highly disappointed in the lack of customers throughout the night.
Friday we went to Glendale Glitters. We took both Elijah and Alice. Gloria, Norm, Nate, Jassem, Esther and Solomon all came. It was a great family affair. Before we went to see the lights we all ate at the Chinese Buffet, Samuel was very happy about that! Downtown Glendale was a madhouse. It was too crowded to really enjoy the lights and booths. The kiddie rides, like always, were way overpriced. Luckily Elijah doesn't know we skipped those.
I did get to check out the new children boutique that opened and grabbed two handmade beanies for Alice. Which then resulted in me doing a mini photo shoot with my phone on Saturday while Samuel was at work and Elijah was at Grandma Gloria's for the weekend (God Bless her for this. She takes Elijah for the weekend every other month or so and this gives Samuel and I some much needed time to ourselves... well us plus Alice now.)
Sleeping sweetly
Beautiful in Butterflies
Loving my Chunky Monkey!
And last but not least just for kicks....
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Look what Santa left in our stocking!
Ya she doesn't look to pleased at me for this one...
Today we took Alice to see her first movie in the theater. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1. (Have you seen a longer movie title?) It was VERY good and I have to admit I was surprised. The others have failed to impress me, but this one both Samuel and I, really enjoyed. Alice however was not as thrilled and slept through the whole thing. (Which was what mommy and daddy were hoping would happen!) It had been a long time since we had been to see a movie so it was a really great morning.
Last night I picked out an Angel Tree at Walmart. A 5 year old girl who needs clothes and wants a Barbie. I got her a cute little dress with leggings and a Fairy Barbie. For about $15 I have made some little girl's Christmas a tad bit brighter. I too often think about how little money we have to buy our loved one's gifts this holiday season. When the fact is... my family and I have all we need, and then some. So I made it a point to spend some of our money on someone who is far less fortunate than ourselves even if it means that I have to spend a little less on someone else, it's a very small sacrifice (if you can even call it that) to make.
Today was Sunday and we did not go to church... again. We need to go next Sunday.
Scripture
Proverbs 19:17
He who is kind to the poor lends to the LORD, and he will reward him for what he has done.
Luke 6:38
Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.
Prayer
Dear God,
As Christmas quickly approaches help me remember it's true meaning. That I am celebrating the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ and all that He did for us. From His teachings while on earth to His death on the cross. Let me not have a greedy heart. Thank you for reminding me, in the simplest ways, that I have so much to be thankful for. That you continue to provide and I in turn am expected to pass the blessings You poor out onto others. I pray for my Angel Tree Rosaline. God give her peace, joy and happiness not only this holiday season but all the year long. Let her needs be met and Your will done in her life. Bring someone to plant the seed of the Love of Jesus into her young heart. Thank you for giving my family a great time together this weekend. For keeping us safe, healthy and happy.
Father I also pray for my Aunt Holly. She lost her dear friend, Lissa, on Wednesday. Lord I do not know if she knew You as her Lord and Savior. If she did, I am happy that she has gone to a better place and give Holly and Lissa's other friends and family comfort in that fact. If not, God let this be a reminder to not only Holly, but myself and all those who know about her tragic death, that time is short! That it is important we share the message of your Saving Grace with all of those we come in contact with. For we do not know the day nor the hour that we or anyone else will leave this earth.
Lastly Lord. I have never lost a very close loved one. I thank you and praise you for that. I cannot imagine loosing anyone close to my heart. Continue to keep my family and friends safe and healthy. Put a hedge of Angels around each one so that they may be protected from all harm and evil that is Satan.
Give us all a good nights rest and bring Samuel home safe from work.
In Jesus' Name I pray,
Amen
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Droopy Eyelids
Last night was rough... to say the least. I am running on less than 2 hours of sleep today. Not such a good thing. Elijah got a runny nose a few days ago.. try as we might to keep him away from Alice, she started getting stuffy yesterday. This led to her coughing, sneezing, and crying most of the night. I tried to suction her nose often, but of course this makes her even more upset and leads to more screaming and crying. Then the crying would cause her to gag on her mucous and she would start choking and spitting up. Then she would be hungry because she spit up all of her milk so I would nurse her some more... she would then get frustrated because she was trying to nurse but couldn't breathe and the vicious cycle would start all over again.
I was frustrated and tired. Barely able to keep my eyes open I could only pray through the crying. Praying God would take the sickness from her, to give me patience, to help me better understand her needs. I pray so often for healing for my little girl. It hurts me to see her suffer. The acid reflux is enough on its own, add to it this cold and I am going to have a lot more sleepless nights this week.
I was even more frustrated at Samuel. As I sat there, comforting, rocking, nursing, changing, and cleaning up OUR baby, he lay beside me... SNORING. I understand he works and he wakes up early so therefor he needs his rest. But I need my rest too! I however make the sacrifices that having a newborn demands. He did offer once after several hours of me trying to comfort her to hold her. But by then I was angry at him and bitterly sneered "just go back to sleep." Part of me is jealous. Jealous that he gets to lay there asleep while night after night I wake to take care of our daughter. I love my daughter and I am willing to do what it takes to meet her needs. Don't get me wrong... I just wish Samuel would be more helpful at night.
Now today is my first day back to work. What a great day to be going back...
Scripture-
God please forgive me for being angry at my husband last night. Thank you for bringing him into my life. He is a wonderful husband and does an amazing job providing emotionally, spiritually and financially for our family. Give him strength for today, as well as understanding and patience tonight as he watches the kids. Thank you for my beautiful children. Heal their little bodies and take this sickness from them. Let them be comforted tonight as they rest. Allow them to sleep well so that they not only get their rest, but I can get some of mine. Give me patience. Let today be a profitable day at work and help me find a way to share your love with those I come in contact with.
In Christ Jesus' name I pray,
Amen
I was frustrated and tired. Barely able to keep my eyes open I could only pray through the crying. Praying God would take the sickness from her, to give me patience, to help me better understand her needs. I pray so often for healing for my little girl. It hurts me to see her suffer. The acid reflux is enough on its own, add to it this cold and I am going to have a lot more sleepless nights this week.
I was even more frustrated at Samuel. As I sat there, comforting, rocking, nursing, changing, and cleaning up OUR baby, he lay beside me... SNORING. I understand he works and he wakes up early so therefor he needs his rest. But I need my rest too! I however make the sacrifices that having a newborn demands. He did offer once after several hours of me trying to comfort her to hold her. But by then I was angry at him and bitterly sneered "just go back to sleep." Part of me is jealous. Jealous that he gets to lay there asleep while night after night I wake to take care of our daughter. I love my daughter and I am willing to do what it takes to meet her needs. Don't get me wrong... I just wish Samuel would be more helpful at night.
Now today is my first day back to work. What a great day to be going back...
Scripture-
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Prayer-God please forgive me for being angry at my husband last night. Thank you for bringing him into my life. He is a wonderful husband and does an amazing job providing emotionally, spiritually and financially for our family. Give him strength for today, as well as understanding and patience tonight as he watches the kids. Thank you for my beautiful children. Heal their little bodies and take this sickness from them. Let them be comforted tonight as they rest. Allow them to sleep well so that they not only get their rest, but I can get some of mine. Give me patience. Let today be a profitable day at work and help me find a way to share your love with those I come in contact with.
In Christ Jesus' name I pray,
Amen
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