A New Beginning

Dear Kayla,
Today is your first day of kindergarten and mommy and daddy could not be more happy for you! We have watched you grow into a sweet beautiful girl with a heart of gold. This is a very big day for you and the start of a new phase of life that will challenge you and prepare you for what God has in store for you someday. May you use each day to do your best all to the glory of God. May those around you see Christ in you through your actions and words. May your speech be gentle and kind. May your actions be Christ-like. May your heart stay pure. And, may your mind be challenged.
Remember, nothing is impossible with God. So, when the work seems tough and the day seems unending...don't give up! God is with you. Always look for others who need a friend and need someone like you to help them do what they may be struggling to do for themselves. Serve others,place them first and you in turn will be blessed and filled with the joy that comes from living your life for others and not yourself.
We love you so much and cannot wait to see what God has in store for you! We have seen the way you care for Hunter and are always willing to help around the house. And seeing that, we are confident that God is already preparing you to be used in the lives of many others in the days ahead. We sure will miss your smiling face and imaginative ways around here each afternoon that you are gone. Mommy will especially miss her little sous chef and baking partner. :) But, we can't keep you from growing up and as hard as it is to let you go, even for this short time each day, we wouldn't want to hold you back either. You are ready for this day and have been for a long time! You are eager to learn and meet new friends. For that reason, each day we will bid you farewell for a few short hours and then hurry back to get you eagerly waiting to hear all about your day! Our prayers will be with you and may God protect His little Kayla each and every day! Remember, Kayla means pure. May you stay true to that beautiful name.
All Our Love,
Daddy and Mommy
Proverbs 31:30

Hunter' Kindergarten Learning Celebration

Congratulations Hunter!!

And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28

Happy Birthday to our Princess!!

We love you so much Kayla Nicole!! May God continue to grow you into a beautiful Godly young lady with a heart for others. You are our little princess. May you stay true to your name. Kayla - Pure. Happy Birthday, Kakes!!

To My Mother...

For all you have taught me - thank you.
For loving me in spite of the times I disappointed you - thank you.
For being there whenever I needed you and even when I didn't think I need you - thank you.
For sacrificing so I could have... - thank you.
For listening to me - thank you.
For crying tears of joy and pain with me - thank you.
For not letting me have whatever I wanted, but ensuring I had all that I needed - thank you.
Most importantly, thank you for being the one to lead me to God and for that I am eternally grateful!!
On this Mother's Day may I once more say thank you for being you - for being my mom.
Love, Heather Elaine

Happy Birthday to our Baby!!

 

First Ride...Another Big Milestone

 

Hunter got his first "big boy bike" this spring. Until his head was "fixed" we did not feel comfortable having him too high off the ground in case of a big fall. Well, this past winter he really took to riding a tricycle (which was way too small for him) in our basement. He then decided he wanted to try a big bike. We knew then that it was time. We are starting him out on a smaller bike until he develops a little more skill and coordination, but for all of you that know Hunter, you know what a big step this is for him!

 

He definitely needs to build up endurance. He was ready to be done about halfway down the block! :)

 

Here comes his competition...well, if only he would accept the challenge of competion then maybe we could get somewhere. :)

 

There he goes...one more milestone reached! Thank you, Lord!!