Prayer

Prayer leads you to see new paths and to hear new melodies in the air. Prayer is the breath of your life which gives you freedom to go and stay where you wish and to find the many signs which point out the way to a new land,. Praying is not simply some necessary compartment in the daily schedule of a Christian or a source of support in time of need, nor is it restricted to Sunday morning or a as a frame to surround mealtimes. Praying is living.

- Henri J.M. Nouwen
from “With Open Hands”

Honey at home

This week has been so wonderful to have Scott home. If you have read The Five Love Languages by Dr. Chapman, you will appreciate me saying that I am such a quality time person. Scott has been on Spring break. His sixth graders will return on Monday.

It has been refreshing for him to just be present during the day. Not only has he been present, he has helped. He has served me a cup of coffee now and then. He has stepped in, allowing me to take an earlier than usual shower. He has helped Julian with Math and Madelyn with reading. He has been the fun loving presence and comic relief that is so needed in this family. I am so thankful for a husband that enjoys being home. He truly loves spending time with his wife and family. I think sometimes I take for granted the family man that Scott is. I love that about him.

We have been productive this week. We knew it would be a great chance to begin the packing process. It is interesting to be living amongst so many boxes. We figure everyday we can be doing something. Yesterday and the day before were books. Today is picture day. We are taking down all pictures and boxing those.

I am really excited about our move. I think we have a lot to be hopeful about. We have family support behind us. Scott is pursuing a life long dream. The kids and I will be moving into a more spacious homeschooling environment. We have so much to be thankful about.

Let the fun begin

Call us crazy, but we have already started packing boxes! Seven or so weeks left here in Boone and we are on the ball. I have been advised by my good friends Laurie and Emily to start ASAP. So, girls I'm doing you proud here and I have proof!! Hee hee.

Happy Easter

Enjoy your day and remember the hope and peace that has been given to us.

K Man

Kalen Alexander Morrison is turning 3 today! Yes, his birthday is the day after his older sister Madelyn. We are celebrating this lively little boy with some of his favorite things; french toast, his favorite music, presents from all of us, church, special pb & honey sandwich made especially by Dad, chocolate cake, and a movie.

Kalen cracks us up everyday. He is so colorful! He has a way with people, a real charmer. His smile melts my heart, oh and those big blue eyes are amazing.

Kalen loves the color green. He really likes books and playing his Leapster. He likes music and dancing. He likes to spend time with his brothers and sisters (it's a good thing). Kalen loves sports, especially basketball, baseball and soccer.

Thank you Lord, for our special and unique little man. He is a true gift.

Birthday Girl

Today, April 7th was our sweet Madelyn Virginia's birthday. She turned five!

We enjoyed a day with some of her favorite things; chocolate chip pancakes, playing games, time with Grandpa, Nana, and Aunt Shanda, lunch and a smoothie at Angelica's, cupcakes, and a movie. She was truly honored.

Sweet Madelyn is such a breath of fresh air in our home. Her laughter is such a comfort, as is her willingness to be a helper to all the members of her family.

Madelyn is still into ballet. She enjoys painting, reading, playing with her brothers and eating!

We are so thankful for this little ray of sunshine.

We have a winner!!!

Whew . . . we have a house! Virginia called us last night. The offer finally went through. Hooray! More to come . . .

Still Hunting

The house that I last wrote about was a no go. Scott and I revisited it yesterday and we realized that we overlooked several things.

We did view two other homes, one of which I am showing you pictures of. It has a ton of square feet, compared to what we now have. It was built in 1998. It is a nice home with everything our family needs. It needs some touch ups but really doable.

We are waiting to hear from our trusty real estate agent, Virginia. She is working with the owner to get our offer accepted. However, there seems to be a bidding war going on. I shouldn't make it sound bad. Let's just say numbers are being tossed back and forth. We are hopeful. We know the Lord knows what is in store for us and we are confident he will provide.

Scott's mom and dad have been extremely supportive, day in and day out. Jerry is being extremely generous with his time and money. It is evident, everyday, that he is such a loving, supportive, and involved father to his children and grandchildren.

Tea Party

We had a tea party for Madelyn today and invited two of her best buddies over. Ella Jane and Hattie Rose joined us for a birthday playdate and tea.

Julian and Kalen joined in the fun as Madelyn sat with her friends and enjoyed some Chamomile tea with cupcakes. It was so cute to see them sipping tea together. Our family drinks tea daily. We enjoy several different kinds; Chamomile, peppermint, green, raspberry, bedtime teas, along with others. Madelyn's favorite is the Chamomile.

The kids all painted a picture for Madelyn and played dress up. Madelyn received gifts from the girls. Hattie Rose gave her a book and Ella Jane gave Mads a headlamp. Yes, a head lamp. You would be surprised at how excited she is about this gift. Currently, she is lying in her bed looking at her new book with her head lamp on. How cute is that?

Madelyn turns five on Saturday, April 7th. We are so thankful for this delightful child!

Merry Go Round

I do feel like I am on a merry go round. What a ride! We keep looking at the same homes over and over again in our minds and on the computer. We keep asking ourselves, "which one is best?" There is so much to consider. We have viewed ten homes. It is exciting and ,of course, a little stressful.

Eight weeks til the big move. Guess I should start packing. I have gotten some great ideas from my friends. I emailed them asking them for wisdom concerning our move. All of them have moved, some of them several times. I love knowing that they, too, have ventured into a similar season of life.

I am posting a picture of a home that we may put an offer on this week.