3/6/06

We are having such a good time with Auntie Sarah and Cousin Ben!!! The boys get along wonderfully and Sarah seems to be adjusting nicely in Amyland. Except for the fact that Michael has not been feeling well, the visit has been great. I would like to ask for everyone's prayers for Michael's health...so that he gets over his cold and fever...and for Ben and Daniel...so that they remain healthy. Tomorrow, Michael has his speech lesson in the morning and then we are free the rest of the day. Maybe we'll go to the park! FUN!

I am thankful for...

1. the wonderful quiet time this morning/afternoon when all of the boys were sleeping and I settled down to have a quiet time with God and read through some scripture. It was exactly what I needed in order to get through the day with a positive and gentle attitude. By the way, thank you Dan Prince for the great Lenten Devotional. I really like it.

2. Sarah feeling comfortable enough in our home to take the van and head off to the mall with Ben. Todd and I want her to enjoy her time here and feel at home. I am glad that she can be sincere in communicating her needs and wants. (She was very clear in communicating the desire not to have stuffed salmon for dinner last night. HA HA!)

3. the gorgeous weather today...I know I say that a lot, but it is really nice out right now.

4. my friends, Tim and Michelle, adopting a new baby boy. They are amazing people and they set a loving example to others around them. Please keep them in your prayers, as well as little Trevor, as they embark on this new adventure.

5. Daniel being able to entertain himself for over an hour by playing with a balloon. Interesting how the $40 gifts are thrown down after 2 minutes, but a silly balloon from Harris Teeter lasts forever, or until Michael pops it.

6. CRASH winning Best Picture last night. I really like it!

7. the book of Philippians. Again, it needs to be said that this might be my all time favorite book in the bible. It is my prayer that I can attain the kind of joy Paul discovered in Christ.

8. Todd thoughtfully considering the future of our little family, and what would be best for us. It calms me to know that he makes the decisions in our family, and it comforts him to know that I completely trust his judgment and guidance.

9. Mom and Nonie going online to see the boys tonight. We had fun chatting three ways while the boys played.

10. Ben delightful personality. He is such a joy. I look forward to spending time with him during the next 2 weeks, and getting to know him better.