Monday, January 21, 2008

Parties, Potty Training and Prayers

The month started off with relatives visiting from Vegas. It was great to see my step sister Jill and her family. It has been years since we last saw eachother. Lauren fell asleep on Grandpa's lap halfway through the visit.




Then we had a few birthday parties for little Noah. He turned 3 on the 13th! I can't believe my baby is 3. We had a little party-playdate here last Monday which was super fun. He's been all about making silly faces lately.





Then we had a party with family and friends yesterday. There was ice blocking, a scavanger hunt and lots of playing at the park.







He had a fun time, but the poor guy was in a lot of pain. We are potty training and he hadn't gone poopy for 4 days!!! So he was a bit grumpy to say the least. We had to help him out a little (if you know what I mean) and he finally went today. It's been a terrible painful experience for us all, but I am hopeful that his pipes will be clean from this point on.:)

Regarding prayers..to make a long story very short Michael has had a challenging past 8 months with Ace. His co-manager resigned two months ago, which was an answer to prayer. Ace recently hired a replacement and he is AMAZING!!! Michael and Dave hit it off and are going to move mountains together. This is the first time in awhile that we've seen a light at the end of the tunnel. God continues to provide and it's truly amazing to watch. He has both humbled and blessed us beyond belief. We are going to a great church, and have met some sweet friends. We're starting to feel a part of something and it finally feels right. It was so difficult leaving Denver and we miss everyone and everything about it. But we know we are here for a reason. God is revealing that to us day by day.

2 comments:

amy luella said...

i have never heard of ice blocking...is that a west coast thing? what great news hearing about michael's work situation. it sounds like it is feeling like home out there. happy birthday, noah! with love...

Jenna Hoskinson said...

Wow, Noah is 3! Happy birthday! Amanda, I'm so glad to hear that things are getting better, I'm sorry I didn't realize it was tough. I will keep you in my prayers!

I also have to say that I am a bit jealous of the beautiful weather it looks like you guys are having! It is windy and nasty here today.