You might see some sweat.....

But I see the beauty of the body of Christ! We were at Pine Cove last weekend with our ministry team and we were all sweating as the humidity was high and most of us (not me!) had just done the zip-line. It was a great weekend full of laughter, tears and dear friends. Sam did wonderful. So wonderful that we had several offers for babysitters by the time we left. The weekend totally confirmed how much Sam is a people person. He took it all in, loved visiting with everyone and even enjoyed falling asleep in peoples arms and being fed by them. Their warm embrace of our growing family was the best medicine this mama could have had. God is so good.

Sam's special day...

Samuel was dedicated this weekend. It was the sweetest time with a small gathering of family and close friends. Traes mentor and friend opened his home and heart for our special day. We attend a church however we felt in our hearts that we wanted something different for our son, more intimate and a time for others to speak into our lives and Samuel's life. It was a sweet time that will forever leave an impression. Alan spoke about covenant and read from 1 Samuel 12:24- Only fear the Lord, and serve Him in truth with all your heart; for consider what great things He has done for you. He also challenged us to do 3 things. 1. Dedicate Sam to the Lord. 2. Train him in the ways of the Lord. 3. Let him go and give him to the Lord. How beautiful is the body of Christ.....so grateful!

It finally hit!

When I was pregnant with Sam I really didn't nest very much. I remember one weekend I really nested to get his room ready but outside of that it really never hit. Well he is 3 months old and with getting full nights sleep now I think it is hitting. We joked when I was pregnant that Trae nested more than me! Hey, at least one of us was doing it. Now if I can just figure out how to re-do ds2 room!!! It doesn't just need cleaned or organized it needs a makeover.

Spring

Spring has sprung! And as you can see so has our family. Everyone is growing and doing well. Sam is sleeping so well. What a blessing! He is usually sleeping about 10-11 hours a night without waking. The boys are both so good with him. We couldn't be more blessed. Both of the boys have a unique relationship with Sam that is so fun to watch. Sam delights so much in both of them too! He gives them the sweetest smiles daily. Ahhh, the things that warm a mothers heart.

Books

We love books! We are so glad to see that Sam is delighting in books too. He loved smiling at the animals in this book. He listens to many books that Jacob and I read during the day too.

Worry....

I wouldn't classify myself as a person who spends a lot of time worrying. Yet I have seen lately that I at times am struggling with fear. What if what is happening today overtakes me and goes on and I am ruined....those are some of the thoughts I have. I just listened to a message and he shared a quote that I am going to have to post in my home. I was reminded that I do indeed struggle with worry. I wish it weren't so but I tend to be a big picture person....and that often involves looking past today.

No man ever sank under the burdens of the day. It is when tomorrow's burden is added to the burden of today that the weight is more than a man can bear. George MacDonald

What a difference a few days make....

We found ourselves this week with a heart of gratitude. We are thankful to my mom for sooooo many reasons but this week we found ourselves thanking the good Lord for protecting her. Tuesday afternoon she had the sweetest nap with Sam and the bottom picture is her car on Friday afternoon after she was in a serious car accident. Praise God she is OK. She is sore and having to car shop however she had no serious injuries. My mom is a Godly women who blesses so many and is one of the most incredible women I know. I am so thankful the Lord is letting her stay for a while longer. Now go hug your mama and tell her how much you love her!