1. He gives me fuzzy kisses. 2. He tells me I'm beautiful. 3. He calls me his 'Sweet Pea'. 4. He likes to laugh. 5. He sings me funny songs. 6. He burps me rhythmicaly. 7. He encourages Mom to eat ice cream. 8. He snuggles with me on the couch. 9. He gets up with me in the middle of the night when I'm unhappy. 10. He still loves me even when I stink.
I show him I love him by pooping while he's holding me in my freshly changed diaper.
Well, it's been a week. And yes, she rules our lives! And we are so thankful! God has blessed us in so many ways and Micaiah is no exception!
We've spent the week figuring out what it means to survive on as little sleep as possible, distinguishing between smiles and gas, learning the difference between neh and eh (thanks Oprah) and soaking up what it means to be parents.
More than anything else we've learned the meaning of surrender. It has quickly become clear that we are, in so many ways, powerless to answer her every need; we can't raise this little girl on our own. And as much as we would like to provide for her perfectly, we've quickly come to realize that only God can do that. Even in the birth of our new baby girl, we are still learning to follow where Jesus leads...and that means surrender. It means surrendering to his goodness, grace and His power. It's humbling to realize that you are powerless and He is all powerful.
Below are a number of pictures from our week of surrendering! Enjoy!
It's our joy to share with you the blessing of our daughter. Both Erin and Micaiah are doing quite well, both are recovering. For those of you who need details:
She was born on February 16th, 2008 @ 10.43 am Weight: 8lbs. Height: 21''
She is a gorgeous little girl. Please enjoy the pictures of our first day!
It's February 8th and the countdown has definitely begun! We're enjoying our weekly visits to the doctor who assures us all is well and baby will come... eventually. During our visit last week he gave Brian's heart a jump start by checking to make sure he knew when to call in. We got a lot done that weekend! :)
The following is the culimnation of our labor of love we call the nursery. You'll see there is one wall that looks rather sad and lonely. Never fear, there are plans in the making, but they won't come to fruition until after baby is here. We could wait until then to show you pictures, but we figure by then you'd rather see the baby!
So, we have two friends who are so alike it's scary.
The first is a Pastor who has four kids four and under and the other...well she's four. Tom has a passion for talking so does Shelby. Tom could talk to walls and carry on a conversation, Shelby does. Tom can't play music, Shelby assures her mom that she can't either. Shelby likes to dress up like a princess, Tom...well, he wears pink (way to go Tam). Goldfish are staples in both kitchens.
Just recently we were presented with yet another similarity...just one word...
Not that we're suggesting that Erin is the big thing...though she kind of is. We're looking forward to all new communities; our growing family and ministry. So, here's to 2008: to our family and friends who love us in spite of our imperfections, and our Lord Jesus, who keeps us in his grace!
This past Sunday Brian led 705: on a prayer walk through the city of Houston. We made stops in a variety of areas throughout the city focusing our prayers on the people God has placed in our paths.
While in and amongst the highrises we prayed for those who commute in and out of the city each day and occupy the offices downtown and those who call the streets home. In the theater district we praised God for creativity and the gifts and talents of his people. Standing on the overpass of a major interstate we prayed for those in the cars traveling to and from places unknown. We asked God's blessing upon each of the house communities that are currently meeting around the Houston area, 3 in all.
Our cry is that God would use 705: to infect and affect the city for Him. As we try to maintain that focus, we must focus our eyes, ears, thoughts and words on the calling of the Spirit in each of our lives. Is He calling to you?
