Have you heard, it's not me, but you.

I have got several friends who are pregnant right now, trying to get pregnant right now, or in the process of adopting. In no way am I pregnant, hence the title of this post. The waiting period is full of  emotions, ya know? Good, bad, ugly, fun, scary, doubtful, joyful, painful,  & etc. To encourage my fellow women out there. I looked through our photos and found pictures of me preggo with each of my kids. Photos are great because they instantly capture a memory. So without further ado: 

Kids' Books

I thought I would post 4 books that I really like for our kids. I know there are several other books out there, and some I even have on my shelf. However, I'll just tell you about these four and why I like them.

I really like this book for our kids. I think from about 18 months on, any child           

can interact with this book. It is colorfully captivating and Biblically based. All the stories point to Jesus!

ahh...water

This summer we have been soaking up the water activities. Given that Arkansas has been exceptionally hot and humid, we are extremely thankful for the water!!

We have been to the lake 

And on the boat

and had a ball

we went to the splash pad

Hud in the Pool

Our neighborhood has a pool
and we've had so much fun!

Race to Remember

I am SO thrilled to have run my first race in Arkansas. It was a 5k at 8am on July 21. I have recently gotten into running and I could not think of a better race to run for the season of life I am in. I was so honored to run this race and run it especially for Abigail Wright. So many precious babies were remembered this day and it was a fun day honoring them. I have been running with my friend Jennifer and our goal was to finish the 5k in under 30 minutes and we met our goal! Running has been a fun time of bonding and a de-stresser for me personally. Here are a couple of pictures:

Holly and I- we ran for her daughter Abigail

Jennifer and I running, we are so graceful!

Silas turns 1

So, sweet Si turned 1 on June 25. I know we should do a big party and all, but with our family we have a party in and of itself. Silas got some presents from his brothers and sister. We took him out to eat and got him a birthday cake. I think he had a fun day and so did we. Silas is so precious to our family and we are so thankful for him.

Things I like

As is typical, my posting skills are lagging. I decided to do one of a few of my favorite things. Without further ado:

Burlap: My neighbor made this for my door and I love it!

Gain: Apple Tango Mango!

Hobby lobby: What is there not to like about this place? 

Feltner Brother's: I always get a cheeseburger and I especially like it during the spring and fall when we can eat outside.

Bliss: I usually get the Red Velvet, but I pretty much LOVE all the cupcakes

Starbucks: I like the Pumpkin Spice Latte and Mocha Raspberry


What are some of your all likes?

The Box

So, I am trying to step outside of my comfy box. A friend of mine has gone through a recent tragedy and I decided to come along side of her. I began thinking and asking the Lord to help me. So here we are and I have picked up running ( insert gasp) as a way to meet with her as she is a runner. I honestly have never been so burdened for another family and so helpless at the same time. Thank the Lord, He has honored my prayer and the friend and I have gone running and I'm hoping we have many many more runs together. In the mean time a sweet friend of mine has been attempting to whip me into shape so I do not die. Its been a fun time connecting with her too. Considering I haven't exercised, let alone really run in over 3.5 years, this experience hasn't been a complete catastrophe. Im up to 2 miles and the goal is 3. All this to say, ask the Lord to show you ways to take you out of your box and minister to others. Chances are you will be ministered to as well.