Busy, Busy Weekend

Where do these things called weekends disappear to? Is it really already time to return to work?

It was quite the weekend here. It was great, busy but still great! Saturday, Ava and I had a date with Lincoln and Amanda. Boy, was it eventful. Amanda got to our house at 10:30 and I was already tired and needing a nap! Did I mention that Ava and I slept until 8:45? It was crazy, I was rushing around to get us feed and dressed and when it was all compete Ava choked on a small leaf that was on the bathroom floor. Can you guess what happened next? Puke, Everywhere! All over me, all over her. When Amanda arrived she was already pretty frazzled too! It was kind of nice to see that I am not the only mom spiraling out of control at times. We made our way to eat and them headed to do a little shopping. We made quite the picture. All I can say is, NO Dull Moments between the two and one MAJOR blowout! How do people have twins?**Amanda was pushing her stroller behind me and made the comment, "Did you ever think we would be doing this?" "Pushing our Kids?"/"Being Mommies together?" It is neat to have a friend that you really have grown up with.

Sunday was also a busy one! Church, dinner for friends, then moving furniture again!

Tonight was my night to take dinner to the Parkers'. On their menu: tacos, rice and beans from pappasito's, and creamy jalapeno dip from Chuy's. (If you have never had this dip, go now...you won't be disappointed!) As I turned down the street I was so happy and upset. You see, I was upset not to be turning into my old driveway. I miss my house. I miss my neighbors. You should see our yard, my pretty landscaping! It just does not look the same! As I turned from looking at my old house I spotted Ronel riding his brand new bike. Oh, how this made me happy! I wish you could all see the smile on his face. It was so bright. Debra asked me, "Did you ever think he would be sitting here, here in this house?" It sure is such a God thing. We had to move all our furniture again. Our ceiling is still not fixed. Grrrr.....
I sure hope this gets worked out fast. I am tired of moving furniture and having to be out of our house, it is hard to be out with Ava.

Now, on to some happy pictures of Ava and her daddy:We love to swing!

The Perfect Ending. Welcome Home Ronel.

Have you ever been apart of a God Story? I have to say, God sure knows how to write one with a happy ending. Tonight at 7:45, I got to welcome home sweet Ronel. I think I will never forget the shy smile on his face as he descended the escalator. Nor will I forget the look on the Parkers' faces as they saw their sweet new addition. It has been years of tears and hard work, and tonight they will all sleep under the same roof. If these pictures don't prove God is in the "happy business", what does? Ronel, you are going to love your new family, I know I sure do!

Here they come! Look at the excitement on their faces. Priceless.

Pure Joy.Can't you just feel the love? I love how he is looking at his Mama.6 Parkers'

The Family is now COMPLETE!

Leaving on a Jet plane....

Guess who is in the air as I type? Ronel! Praise God, they are on the way home. It is amazing to see God's hand in this incredible story. A story that has ended well. I can't wait to meet this special boy and for sure will be posting pictures. Thanks for all of you who prayed for this family!

Oh give thanks to the LORD, for He is GOOD; for His loving kindness is everlasting. Psalms 107:1

My heart is heavy

My friend's three year old son, Jackson has been diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. He was feeling bad last Thursday and Jennifer took him in for a check-up and that was when the problem was discovered. They are at Texas Children's now, he has had 3 doses of chemotherapy already and will have another one on Friday. Please keep this family in your prayers. She said he has been such a tropper, his only complaint is that he wants to go home.

Please commit to pray for this family with me.

If ye shall ask any thing in my name, I will do it. John 14:14

Oh, how I love her!

Ava is 10 months old today!

Ava, you are 10 months old today. You are crawling at record speed which has made for a very tired mommy. Daddy said you are to mature for toys because they don't interest you, you are on the move. You are pulling up and cruising along the furniture. You still just have two teeth on the bottom. Since last month, you have had a snotty nose. Mommy is sick of snot! You still love your bath. The other night me and you were taking a bath together and Daddy decided to turn on the jets. Did it scare you, No! You loved it, now you want them on constantly. Such a water baby. We are going to take you to Mom and Baby swim classes starting in May. You love to say "Hi" and you have started to clap your hands. I have to say right now your favorite person is Daddy. I really can see why, he loves you so much. You love to play wrestle with him. You make us so very happy, life is so much sweeter with you!
You and Daddy practice walking everyday. You are getting good. I wonder if it is going to be harder when you start walking? You already get into everything! You sure keep Mommy on her toes!Sweet girl, you are a gift!

Prayers for Ronel

Please go here and read Debra's blog. Will you all please commit with me for praying for Ronel? This sweet boy needs to come home to this awesome family, the family God has PICKED for him.
Thanks so much!

In the market for new furniture

What happens when you get a new house? Of course, you need new furniture! We have been looking and I think we found a couch we really like. We have microfiber now but we are going to try leather because I think it will be much easier to clean with dogs and a baby.

I am excited, because next week I have a lady coming to take measurements and she is going to bring some fun fabrics and ideas from what I told her we liked in the store. Can you guess the fabrics? Leopards, of course!

I also want a fun red chair and Hubby has begged for a recliner to watch his TV in. I am being a good wife and giving in! Our living room is huge so we need quite a few pieces. I can't wait for it to come all together.

What do you guys think of the couch? I did not think I would like brown but it went so well with the leopard and surprisingly the red accent pieces too!