Mother's Day

I hope everyone had a great Mother's Day. I love that day. Not just because I get to relax and Mark and the kiddies do sweet things for me, but because I am reminded of the great honor I have with them. It's no surprise to say I love being a mom--but I do!! I am thankful for my babes and for the new one we'll get to meet soon. Here's a shot from Sunday of all FIVE of us--(a very windy picture). Also, an extra pic of the kids looking so cute.

Hopefully my next post will be after the baby..think dialate--dialate!! Have a great week everyone-

Happy Birthday Nana!!

May 9th was Nana's birthday. We went over to celebrate with dinner and a visit. She is the best grandma for our kids and shows her love for them continuously. (please excuse Vara's pippy in her mouth)


She found a great little volcano for Reid..here he is conducting the experiment. Thanks Mom for you love and care!! Have a blessed year!

It's a bird....it's a plane...!!!

Reid has adopted Mark's superman cape from when he was a boy (handmade by Lori). Reid's understanding of who superman is limited to our explanation of the cape, and the bandaids he wears when he gets hurt. That being enough, he has a great time jumping onto his bed making his cape fly up. This is so cute--but still far from when Mark wore it along with red undies outside of his pants. Wish I had a picture to post of that time in the 80's.
(the pictures are backwards--oops)

My Little Nudist

Today's weather was perfectly warm and sunny. I hung out the wash, all white linens. After, I left Reid outside to play while I did some more work inside. (Monday is cleaning day here) So, after about 10 minutes, I go back out to check on him. I find him running through the sheets on the line. Do you remember doing that when you were little?
I smiled thinking how much fun he's having on this adventure. When he emerges, he is stark naked and the sun is shining on every wiggly part of his body. His face is lit up with delight as he turns to run through the tunnels and tents again.
I see he has scattered his clothes in a few places in the lawn. Normally, I have him re-dress himself whenever I find him naked, but this time I just let it go. While you are a child, and in the privacy of your own yard with cool sheets hanging, let it all free.

Baby Gear

I have three and a half weeks left until Im due and I AM READY. This weekend I got everything together and organized for our new addition. The cradle is set up and all the neutral baby clothes are folded and put away,(Boy and Girl clothes are neatly at hand). I also have my "post baby" basket ready. I have found it very helpful to have a basket filled with anything Ill need for the baby or myself. It contains burp cloths, baby lotion and creams,
q-tips, note cards, nursing pads, diapers, and a bit more. Can't wait to use it all!!


This is what I made a while back to sling the baby. Ive never used a ring sling style before. It is supposed to be great for most positions, even back wearing.


Considering this is our third sweet child, we dont need to buy much. I did need a bigger diaper bag, though. I really wanted to make one myself with Amy Butler material, but time and energy are running low. So..I checked out Ebay and discovered others have made great diaper bags like one I had imagined. This is the one I chose. My Mom and Grandma are giving it as a gift for the new baby. Its made by Watermelon Wishes.

-Crafts

The kids recently painted bird houses. We hung them in our tree yesterday. Reids is the huge one and Vara's is bairley visible...she's very proud anyway. They have fun waiting for birds to come...none yet.





Here are some things Ive been working on. A Reversible bib and Tag toy for my cousins baby. Also, a pillow case for our Euro pillows..Grandma is the best source for fabric and crochet lace. Thanks grandma!

Complaining..

With the end of the pregnancy near, I have been FULL of complaints. They have flooded my mind and poured out of my mouth. The Lord has opened my eyes to this but still I have seen only inwards. Maybe occasionally I wouldnt vioce my thoughts..but they were always in my mind.
Im thankful for my time with Him this morning. He reminded me again of my place in Him and of Christs sufferings on the cross..
"Imagine the Savior crucufied, racked with anguish far beyond all mortal guess.."
Any of my petty aches or pains cannot come close to comparing with what He suffered. I cant imagine being "RACKED with anguish".

I am glad this season of my life was forseen and He said "But even I am being poured out like a drink offereing on the sacrifice and service coming from your faith, I am glad and rejoice with all of you. So you too should be glad and rejoice with me." Phil 2:17-18
I hope I can truley be glad and rejoice despite how Im feeling. Also, remebering the honor He's given me to know and mother another child.