Aunt Shirley

My husband's aunt died last weekend. The memorial service was last Saturday. This is my favorite picture of her because it captures her personality.

Here are some of my thoughts from the weekend.

It is a great comfort to Christians to know that a loved one is with the Lord. Most of my extended family is not walking with the Lord and I do not have that comfort for them. I pray the Lord will touch them and open their eyes.

I was also just blessed by my family. All of my boys participated in some way. And they blessed many. It is such a blessing to see them grow!

I was also just blessed by my in-laws. It is amazing the sacrifices they made for Aunt Shirley. I pray the Lord will richly bless them for all that they did for her. I'm sure there will be plenty of jewels in their crowns.

Finally, I just kept thinking about how we wait to say what we really think until it's many times too late. I hope to do better. But only by the Lord's strength. I'm not good with words even though I FEEL very deeply.

J turns 13!!

Oh my! I have 2 teens now! It seems like only yesterday that J was born. He's always been inquisitive with such energy and enthusiasm. And such faith. He never gives up. I love him dearly and pray the Lord will continue to lead and guide him.

K turns 2

K's bday party. Blowing out the candles with her 3 big brothers. So cute!

My 4 favorites....

When I tuck the kids in bed at night I always say, "You are one of my 4 favorites." Or "You are my favorite ___ year old."

They are ALL true blessings!

Baseball season has started

Z had his first baseball game on Friday. The Angels won 7-0. It was a great first game. He was the DH.

K has the yuk-yuks

Poor K woke up from her nap after church yesterday and had a bad tummy. So all throughout JJ's party I was taking care of a sick baby wiht plenty of help from the rest of the family.

But she was so cute...everytime she felt sick she would say--"Yuk-Yuks comin'"

I think she's better today. So we are hoping for no more "yuk-yuks"

JJ is 10!

My sweet JJ turned 10 yesterday. I can't believe it!! Where has the time gone.

He is a wonderful son full of joy and smiles. And always so eager to help.

I am so blessed to have him as my son!