Today was Lisa's last day of summer classes for her master's program, so we're very excited to start actually spending the day together. We'll going to celebrate tonight by making pizza and watching the Tigers. I know, we go all-out in our celebrations!
I don't remember if I wrote this already or not, but our fence is finally done, and we're very happy with it. Grace especially enjoys being able to go outside and spending some time alone out there. A couple of times, she's just gone out and sat in the middle of the backyard and enjoyed the breeze, which is really cute. One of my projects next week will be to seal it, so that should be fun (note sarcasm).
As many of you know (and some of you may not), we've been trying to have a baby for a couple of years now, and of course, that blessing just hasn't happened yet. We've been seeing a fertility specialist, and have both gone through some testing to see what the problem is, if there is one. Lisa had some surgery last week and we'll now be waiting until the middle of July until our meeting with the doctor to find out the diagnosis and the "plan of action" for getting pregnant. Our meeting is on July 15, and we could sure use all of your prayers as we go through this. We'll keep you all updated on how that's progressing as things happen.
Thanks to everyone for the kind words I've received concerning the video. It means a lot to me that so many have seen it and have been able to share in remembering one of the greatest men I've ever known.
I'm off to Lowe's, currently my favorite store in the world, to get some things for the backyard. I'm working on a project out back and hopefully it turns out as well in real-life that is does in my mind. If you're really quiet, you can hear Dad: "measure twice, cut once."
We love you all!
Friday, June 27, 2008
Saturday, June 21, 2008
My Project
Okay, it's done. My project was a video project I was doing in a tribute to Dad. It's posted on YouTube, and on here, so you can view it. The song I chose to go along with the pictures is very important, so make sure your speakers are turned up. If you're reading this, and you knew Dad, you will need some tissue...that's your warning. Please leave comments if you would like.
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Breakfast with Grace
Okay, so I like to blog about random things sometimes. This is one of those times. Lisa's at class right now, and Grace and I wanted something to eat for breakfast. Well, we decided to make it a brunch, and make french toast! I don't think I've made french toast since Lisa and I have been together, and I actually had to bust out The Joy of Cooking to make it. But it's made, it's eaten, and I impressed myself! So...yay me!
Doesn't it just look delicious?
Prayer Requests
Here are a couple of prayer requests we hope you will consider.
Many of you know Mike Hull. He is a very good friend of mine, and he stood up for me in our wedding. Mike's sister, Sara, had a baby boy, Zephan, not too long ago, and he was born with some complications, and we almost lost both Zephan and Sara during birth. Mike was down visiting about a month ago, and he said that despite this, they were both doing much better. A couple of weeks ago, Zephan went in for surgery on his heart and we lost Zephan in the operating room. I cannot even find the words to express how profoundly saddened I am by this, and I cannot imagine the pain that Sara and Max are feeling right now. All we can do is pray that God comforts them and everyone in the family during this unbelievably difficult time, and be there for them in any way we can.
Many of you also know (though probably not personally) Steven Curtis Chapman. Most of you reading this have probably already heard that they lost their youngest daughter, 5-year-old Maria Sue, when she was hit by a car in their driveway about a month ago. Maria was one of three of the Chapman's adopted daughters from China, and was a little cutie. To add tragedy to tragedy, it was one of the Chapman sons who ran little Maria over. As I said above, I can't imagine losing a child, and now the Chapmans also have to help their son through this as well. It's going to be a tough go for them all, so please pray for the family, and especially for Will to get through this. I don't know the Chapmans personally, but it's been Steven's music that has gotten me through some of the hardest times in my life. Please keep them all in your prayers.
On a much, much, much lighter note, my friend Tara and her husband are in the process of potty-training their son, Jonathan. Those of you who are parents, I know you're hitting your knees before you even finish reading! Good luck to the Griffins! :-)
Things are well here in Tennessee. The fence is finally getting built, and should be done by mid-week, and we're really excited about that (as is Grace). The weather's been crazy hot and humid, but it's supposed to dip into the mid-80's this week, so we're thankful for that...and for air conditioning!
Thank you for your continued prayers for us, and for your prayers for our requests. We love you all!
Many of you know Mike Hull. He is a very good friend of mine, and he stood up for me in our wedding. Mike's sister, Sara, had a baby boy, Zephan, not too long ago, and he was born with some complications, and we almost lost both Zephan and Sara during birth. Mike was down visiting about a month ago, and he said that despite this, they were both doing much better. A couple of weeks ago, Zephan went in for surgery on his heart and we lost Zephan in the operating room. I cannot even find the words to express how profoundly saddened I am by this, and I cannot imagine the pain that Sara and Max are feeling right now. All we can do is pray that God comforts them and everyone in the family during this unbelievably difficult time, and be there for them in any way we can.
Many of you also know (though probably not personally) Steven Curtis Chapman. Most of you reading this have probably already heard that they lost their youngest daughter, 5-year-old Maria Sue, when she was hit by a car in their driveway about a month ago. Maria was one of three of the Chapman's adopted daughters from China, and was a little cutie. To add tragedy to tragedy, it was one of the Chapman sons who ran little Maria over. As I said above, I can't imagine losing a child, and now the Chapmans also have to help their son through this as well. It's going to be a tough go for them all, so please pray for the family, and especially for Will to get through this. I don't know the Chapmans personally, but it's been Steven's music that has gotten me through some of the hardest times in my life. Please keep them all in your prayers.
On a much, much, much lighter note, my friend Tara and her husband are in the process of potty-training their son, Jonathan. Those of you who are parents, I know you're hitting your knees before you even finish reading! Good luck to the Griffins! :-)
Things are well here in Tennessee. The fence is finally getting built, and should be done by mid-week, and we're really excited about that (as is Grace). The weather's been crazy hot and humid, but it's supposed to dip into the mid-80's this week, so we're thankful for that...and for air conditioning!
Thank you for your continued prayers for us, and for your prayers for our requests. We love you all!
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