We did it! We got up on time, had breakfast, got dressed, and made it to school on time! They did great! totally fine. So grown up. Ya, ok, so I got teary.
We ran into all kinds of people we know. Duh. sort of like a family reunion. And Naomi and Shane are going too. Naomi started crying when she was Keilah.
So last night I actually got the kids to sleep, actually asleep by 9:15! Miracle. Keilah so didn't want to. She said she only need 8 hours of sleep, so she could stay
up till 11. Uh no. So, then this morning, she was up bright and early at 7. so excited. And Elijah right behind because Romeo woke him up with kisses. gonna hire
that dog. Elijah got dressed and said, " I look ridiculous." Then Keilah got dressed and Elijah said, "You look ridiculous." We told him everyone would be wearing the same
thing and he looked fine. He said......."I know, that's why its so ridiculous!". So funny. So now I am at Patti's, because the bathroom is being tiled, oh, I gotta send those
pictures too. so, Ill do that and write some more if I have time before I get kicked out. Miss you guys.
Finding Joy in Every Step
Monday, August 29, 2011
Mom's Report Day 3, 4, 5???
We did it! We got up on time, had breakfast, got dressed, and made it to school on time! They did great! totally fine. So grown up. Ya, ok, so I got teary.
We ran into all kinds of people we know. Duh. sort of like a family reunion. And Naomi and Shane are going too. Naomi started crying when she was Keilah.
So last night I actually got the kids to sleep, actually asleep by 9:15! Miracle. Keilah so didn't want to. She said she only need 8 hours of sleep, so she could stay
up till 11. Uh no. So, then this morning, she was up bright and early at 7. so excited. And Elijah right behind because Romeo woke him up with kisses. gonna hire
that dog. Elijah got dressed and said, " I look ridiculous." Then Keilah got dressed and Elijah said, "You look ridiculous." We told him everyone would be wearing the same
thing and he looked fine. He said......."I know, that's why its so ridiculous!". So funny. So now I am at Patti's, because the bathroom is being tiled, oh, I gotta send those
pictures too. so, Ill do that and write some more if I have time before I get kicked out. Miss you guys.
We ran into all kinds of people we know. Duh. sort of like a family reunion. And Naomi and Shane are going too. Naomi started crying when she was Keilah.
So last night I actually got the kids to sleep, actually asleep by 9:15! Miracle. Keilah so didn't want to. She said she only need 8 hours of sleep, so she could stay
up till 11. Uh no. So, then this morning, she was up bright and early at 7. so excited. And Elijah right behind because Romeo woke him up with kisses. gonna hire
that dog. Elijah got dressed and said, " I look ridiculous." Then Keilah got dressed and Elijah said, "You look ridiculous." We told him everyone would be wearing the same
thing and he looked fine. He said......."I know, that's why its so ridiculous!". So funny. So now I am at Patti's, because the bathroom is being tiled, oh, I gotta send those
pictures too. so, Ill do that and write some more if I have time before I get kicked out. Miss you guys.
Mom's First Report From Belize
Living without internet is the pits!
But living without other things would be worse. Luckily, Jason saw to it that we didn't have to. I had my doubts, oh yes I did too. But, after arriving here at the new
house, Thursday afternoon, and being promised windows, screens, running water, a toilet, and electricity, and seeing ALL that occur before I went to bed, was an amazing
and actually unbelievable thing. I did not believe it could happen, but I didn't let on, I got out my gloves and began sweeping, because that I could s
do. And then I began sorting the bags of "stuff", because I had to know if it was anything we needed. We did. And by the end of the night, I organized half a household's belongings,
to the best of my ability, and knew where the sheets for the king size bed were. And I knew where the towels for the showers were. And I Knew where all the
underwear and clean clothes were, when we needed them ,
and , well, we did it. Whew. We went to bed, bathed, fed and comfortable. ( All except Jason) And now. after the second day, we have two bedrooms in working order,
so Jason doesn't have to sleep on cement again. We have doors on the bathroom, and me and Keilah's bed room. We have curtains. We have a refrigerator, a faucet
in the kitchen that works, no sink, but hey, it's only day two. We have a new vanity sink for the bathroom, to be installed tomorrow, after the new tile that will also go in tomorrow.
It's just going to be such a beautiful house, that any inconvenience now is the least of our trials.
All that said, I'd just like to say that I am honored to be included. I am sorrier that Sara is missing all this. And I mean that in the nicest way, as I know she would totally
love all this. WE miss her and JUdah so much. It's just not Belize without them. Yes, it is hot and sweaty. Everything is so much harder, but I feel so accomplished when I
actually get something done. Keilah and I built an outdoor table today for the veranda, that is so pretty. I'll post pictures. Th blisters on my "sweeping" thumb are beginning
to heal, I will probably have calluses soon. Oh well. WE discovered Facetime works here, which is great, except we have to go to Joh and Patti's until we get internet here.
Also I will have to send this from there.
WE also registered the kids for school today. Now i am stressing how to attached their school emblems to their uniforms. Sheesh. Sewing? I don't think so. Anyway. Tomorrow
will be another day of seeing so mush happen ti makes my head spin. Hope to be able to keep you posted. Did I mention we had dinner at our own "kitchen" table tonight?
Soon I may even cook the meal. Hahahahah. No, I am not cooking outside over a fire. I refuse. Too hot already. Ok,, blessings to all, and keep praying for us all. Miss you guys.
Jealous? Come on down! We could use the help.
But living without other things would be worse. Luckily, Jason saw to it that we didn't have to. I had my doubts, oh yes I did too. But, after arriving here at the new
house, Thursday afternoon, and being promised windows, screens, running water, a toilet, and electricity, and seeing ALL that occur before I went to bed, was an amazing
and actually unbelievable thing. I did not believe it could happen, but I didn't let on, I got out my gloves and began sweeping, because that I could s
do. And then I began sorting the bags of "stuff", because I had to know if it was anything we needed. We did. And by the end of the night, I organized half a household's belongings,
to the best of my ability, and knew where the sheets for the king size bed were. And I knew where the towels for the showers were. And I Knew where all the
underwear and clean clothes were, when we needed them ,
and , well, we did it. Whew. We went to bed, bathed, fed and comfortable. ( All except Jason) And now. after the second day, we have two bedrooms in working order,
so Jason doesn't have to sleep on cement again. We have doors on the bathroom, and me and Keilah's bed room. We have curtains. We have a refrigerator, a faucet
in the kitchen that works, no sink, but hey, it's only day two. We have a new vanity sink for the bathroom, to be installed tomorrow, after the new tile that will also go in tomorrow.
It's just going to be such a beautiful house, that any inconvenience now is the least of our trials.
All that said, I'd just like to say that I am honored to be included. I am sorrier that Sara is missing all this. And I mean that in the nicest way, as I know she would totally
love all this. WE miss her and JUdah so much. It's just not Belize without them. Yes, it is hot and sweaty. Everything is so much harder, but I feel so accomplished when I
actually get something done. Keilah and I built an outdoor table today for the veranda, that is so pretty. I'll post pictures. Th blisters on my "sweeping" thumb are beginning
to heal, I will probably have calluses soon. Oh well. WE discovered Facetime works here, which is great, except we have to go to Joh and Patti's until we get internet here.
Also I will have to send this from there.
WE also registered the kids for school today. Now i am stressing how to attached their school emblems to their uniforms. Sheesh. Sewing? I don't think so. Anyway. Tomorrow
will be another day of seeing so mush happen ti makes my head spin. Hope to be able to keep you posted. Did I mention we had dinner at our own "kitchen" table tonight?
Soon I may even cook the meal. Hahahahah. No, I am not cooking outside over a fire. I refuse. Too hot already. Ok,, blessings to all, and keep praying for us all. Miss you guys.
Jealous? Come on down! We could use the help.
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Every Bead Tells A Story
I have been waiting for him to be "ready" to make his necklace. I didn't push it. When he was ready to face the reality of all he went through he would tell me. I know how hard it had been on him, I also have witnessed the discovery of courage and strength he found along the way. I humbled by this young man that God has entrusted to me.
Trained Volunteers spend a few hours a week with the kids just hanging out and having fun, which gives the parents some time to rest or TALK?! Haha!
Our kids have the most incredible Side By Side Buddies EVER! Michael, Andrew, Malia, Emily... We truly appreciate you guys. You have touched our hearts and lives in a very special way. Thank you for all you have done.
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Well, we had a night off (due to low blood counts) and decided to "celebrate" with a trip to one of the Classics. Dicks in Seattle. If I'm not mistaken the one we went to in Wallingford was the first one to open up in 1954. AND I think they are open till 2:00am? Might have to check that out on our way home from the airport tonight!
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