Saturday, December 27, 2008

5 YEARS


5 years ago today, I left my parents home and married my best friend. He is my lover, my confidant, and is a wonderful father and husband. I thank God every day for the person that he has given to me, for a time on this earth. We never know how long we have together, so we should live every day like it our last.


What has happened in five years? Five moves, one 750 miles away from the home that we have both known. Two wonderful children that God has blessed us with. 8 or 9 kidney stones- I had a hard time remembering, must have been the morphine :) Multiple job changes for both of us and one of us deciding to stay home with the boys, which could have brought on financial strains but didn't. (Thank God for Dave Ramsey) The purchase of a business, the sale of a business. The purchase of a home. Five years of love and support from all of our parents, who we are truly grateful for. And nothing but love and respect from each other. God has richly blessed us in ways we could have never imagined.
No matter what comes our way, we know that if we center our marriage on Christ, there is nothing that we can not overcome, nothing. I love you Troy.
Mark 10:7-9 " For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh. So they are no longer two, but one. Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate."

Thursday, December 25, 2008

Sunday, December 21, 2008

My God is So Great.....

Zach is so proud of his singing!!

Monday, December 15, 2008

Extreme Home Makeover...

There were two walls in our bedroom, that were paneling :)




On this bookcase, there was an ugly thing with stained glass in it that went all the way to the ceiling

I did not take before pics, but just picture ugly, and lots of pink.






Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Saturday, November 29, 2008

It's beginning to look allot like Christmas...






And yes..it came as a kit :)









The Train....and Breakfast











The Mall has this train for free for the kids on Saturdays until Christmas...Zach loves it. Sara, LaShawn and I took all the kids to Brakfast at the Bakery and then to the Train Ride.

The Train....and Breakfast, Part 2

Ben is enjoying riding with Kayla, Zach's friend













What fun, free train rides at the mall!!!!












Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Hmmmm...

Okay so I think that I got the pillow case thing down

So yea, this one is for me :) All of the boys have John Deere ones!



Monday, November 17, 2008

NO FARMS - NO FOOD


Now, I know that it is not farmers appreciation day but....Have you ever really considered the consequences of farms going out of business?

Farming is not always the most lucrative business, and it is very hard work with very long hours. Next time you see a Farmer, maybe you can say thank you. This time before Thanksgiving we need to remember that we are so blessed to live in the Country with the safest food supply.

Monday, November 10, 2008

my 1st sewing project since 5th grade...


Enough Said.... (and yes it is for Zach)

Friday, November 7, 2008

Sunday, November 2, 2008

Food (or water) for Thought :)

Today is World Hunger Sunday, and Pastor Aaron, talked about some "food for thought". Did you know that Americans consume 100 billion dollars worth of bottled water in one year. The nation that had the most readily available clean water source, spends that amount of money on something that comes so easy and free to them. Besides the environmental impact, you may say "so". Every 7 seconds a child dies from a water born illness. Do you know how much money it would take to put wells in areas that don't have them and allow every child in the world to have access to clean drinking water? 50 Billion dollars. Half of what we as Americans spend in one year.

Isaiah 58:10 says "and if you spend yourselves in behalf of the hungry and satisfy the needs of the oppressed, then you light will rise in the darkness and your night will become like noonday."

Lets all think of ways that we can help in our own community to make this world, God's world a better place.

We are a country that prides itself on power and wealth, yet there are millions of children who go hungry every day. It is our responsibility, not only as a nation, but also as individuals, to get involved. So, next time you pass someone on the street who is in need, remember how lucky you are, and don't turn away.-- Lesley Boone

"For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.'
"Then the righteous will answer him, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?'
"The King will reply, 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.' Matthew 25:35-40


Did you know that if we all donated 3% of our salaries there would be enough money to end world hunger.....Just some food for thought.

Friday, October 31, 2008

It is that funny :)

Here is Zach, watching himself on the blog.

Kinda Cute :)

P.S. He is watching the post from Sept 24, in case you want to go back and watch it. I am not sure how to link to it. "He can read, or so he says"

Thursday, October 30, 2008

Go Spartans!!!

These pictures are dedicated to Daddy, Uncle Phil, Aunt Ellen and Aunt Holli who all went to MSU. Go Spartans!!


Today Zach had to dress up for pre-school in his Halloween costume, since there were not many options at the local Walmart, he said he wanted to be a football player. Well, where else would he play for?? Especially after that game on Saturday (Sorry Uncle Eric- hehehe)


Wednesday, October 29, 2008

I walk out of the kitchen and see....




Ben standing by this toy. Now, consider this, he was sitting half way across the room when I walked into the kitchen about 1 min ago. Huh.....my free time is offically gone :)

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Thank God for neighbors...


So on Sunday we had 50 mph wind, and with all of that wind came leaves, and lots of them. We had so many leaves...I had no idea what to do with them all. (when we lived in the country I raked them into the field) Plus with Troy working so many hours during harvest, I did not know how I was gonna haul them away. Until my neighbors saw me contemplating my options..which were not many :) They were so kind to come over and help me load the leaves, and then he hauled them away for me. It was so so kind. So the moral of the story is thank God for kind neighbors.

Sunday, October 26, 2008

Good News!!

Lori is going into surgery to get her appendix out. They have stopped the bleeding (due to the labor) and have ruled out everything else. The consant pain is coming from her appendix. So at least they know what is causing the pain. Please continue to pray for her surgery and for Brayden, who had lost a pound since birth. Thank You.

Saturday, October 25, 2008

Please Pray....

Please help me pray for my cousin Lori who is having some serious health issues, after having a beautiful son yesterday. She is a spectrum, and maybe going into emergency surgery..(I am not sure how much her family wants me to share ) I know that we are never alone, but I have never felt so far away.

Friday, October 24, 2008

Friday, October 17, 2008

I needed a change...



I think that these speak for themselves, what do you think?
Okay so self portraits are not the best!! :)

Monday, October 13, 2008

OOPS


Zach had a little fight with the DVD, Zach did not win. Too bad that this belongs to the Sioux Center Library. Although we are now the proud owners of a broken Arthur DVD. Yea.

Monday, October 6, 2008

Checkups

Both of the Boys had their Check ups today with their new Doctor. Zach weighs 37 # and is 41 inches tall. Ben on the other hand is 19#, and 27 inches tall. I'm not sure if it was a good sign or a bad, when the doctor looked at me with pity in his eyes, and said "Wow, you have your hands full, don't you!" I wanted to say Yea, thanks...God never gives us more than we can handle, right? anyways.. have a great day!!

Saturday, October 4, 2008

Pumpkin Land :)


Gotta Love Pumpkin Land, Especailly because it is 10 Min from our house!





What a blast, they have a petting zoo, plus a corn maze (one for the kids, one for us big kids!) Zach had so much fun.




MI Still supports McCain/Palin 2008

I read this on, Redstate.com , a leading online political community, focusing on national political issues from a conservative perspective. I liked what Chuck had to say and thought that I would share this with my fellow repubs.

Chuck Yob Speaks for Many of Us
Posted by: Erick Erickson
Friday, October 3, 2008 at 09:22PM
4 Comments (2 new) -->
This making the rounds. Judging by our poll, you all agree with Chuck.
From: CHUCK YOBDate: Fri, Oct 3, 2008 at 5:34 PM

Subject: Dear Governor Palin from Chuck Yob
To: Governor Palin

Governor Palin,
I saw your comments on Fox News today and described in the Detroit Free Press article below. I wholeheartedly agree with you that the decision by the McCain campaign to pull out of Michigan was the wrong decision.
We have all been wrong at times, and I think this is a decision that will be corrected in a couple of weeks. We were ahead three points as of a week ago according to MRG, a polling firm that I trust more than any national pollster.
I talked to Michigan Republicans and McCain supporters on a conference call last night and they vowed to redouble their efforts. Indeed, there will still be a campaign for John McCain in Michigan whether it is sanctioned by the professionals in Washington DC or not.
Senator McCain has great appeal to Michigan voters dating back to his 2000 campaign. He is a Maverick, independent-minded leader who has bipartisan appeal to the voters of our state. He is the perfect Presidential candidate for Michigan.
I also strongly believe that you are the best possible Vice Presidential choice for Michigan. You kicked Joe Biden's butt in the debate yesterday by showing your blue collar appeal and highlighting why Senator McCain's plans for tax cuts, increased energy supply, and strong foreign policy are what is needed for our country's future. We also know that Obama's tax increases, $1 trillion spending promises, and willingness to befriend dangerous rouge leaders is not the right prescription for our problems.
Democrats have failed the workers of Michigan. Michigan voters know that when Jennifer Granholm increased taxes it cost Michigan jobs. Michigan voters know when Kwame Kilpatrick promised new leadership for Detroit it led to failure. Most importantly, Michigan voters know that Barack Obama's association with Bill Ayers, Tony Rezko, and other questionable individuals had important roles in developing his worldview that is dangerous for our future.
I agree with what you said on Fox News today and I hereby invite you to come to Michigan immediately. The good people of Macomb County, Northern Michigan, the Upper Peninsula, and Grand Rapids await your response.

Your Friend and Loyal Supporter of McCain-Palin 2008,
Chuck YobMichigan Co-Chairman McCain-Palin 2008Republican National Committee Member 1989-2008Former Vice Chairman, Republican National Committee
PS: I look forward to talking to you and Senator McCain about this. You can reach me at xxx-xxx-xxxx.

Friday, October 3, 2008

Pajama Party!!




We decided to have a pajama party this am. Here are some pics of the boys goofing off. They are growing every day!!



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