I've Moved!

Ok, listen up. I have moved my blog. The new address is:

TrustandBelieve2.blogspot.com

Come visit me please

Creating New Blog

Ok, looks like I am continuing to have some problems and can no longer post pics on this blog. Not to worry. I am going to start up a new one soon. I will post the new address as soon as I get it set up. It should be in the near future. Thank you for your patience, (especially to my parents and in laws, because I know you all really enjoy viewing pics of your grandsons)

Joys of Summer

One of life's many pleasures of being a kid. What is a childhood without the joy of running through a sprinkler on a hot summer day!?!

Home from vacation

We had a great time at the beach. I meant to blog while we were there, but I was too busy working on my tan. There was no time between going to the beach, and lounging around the pool. I will make up for my absence, soon to come will be lots of pics of our vacation. I hope to get them posted within the next couple of days.

Attention Blog readers

I hope everyone has been enjoying my blog. I love sharing our daily lives with our family and close friends. I hope to continue to post pictures and other things pertaining to what the boys have been up to. However, I have decided to secure my blog, which means my blog will not be open to just anyone like it is right now. I will feel more comfortable posting pictures of my children, along with my thoughts knowing that only family and close friends will be viewing what is so precious to me. I will secure my blog within the next week or two. All it means for you who would like to continue to read my blog is to first to let me know by either email or phone, then I will set it up so you have permission to view my blog. It only takes one easy extra step, not an inconvenience. I am hopeful that you understand why I have chosen to do this, and I hope you will continue to see what we are all up to. I do feel a connection with my family and friends while working on my blog, all of you are very special to us.

Water Boys

Here are the boys having a blast at our favorite museum. They have awesome indoor exhibits which the boys have always enjoyed. The outside water area is now their favorite place. All of the exhibits are hands-on and interactive, everything educational, fun, and very kid friendly. There are many walking trails which we look forward to going on this summer. (We are getting tons of use out of our family membership). We had a nice picnic lunch with friends while sitting under a large tree with nice shade. Then we enjoyed the warm sunshine all afternoon. I was so thankful for such a beautiful day. Praise the Lord!

Tent City

My "three" boys, enjoying their club house, as Noah calls it. I remember building these with my little sister in our living room when I was a little girl. Yes, I'm all grown up, but I have to admit; these little homemade tents are still fun for me. The excitement and energy the boys had when they got to go in the tent must of rubbed off on me, because after crawling inside, we sat and giggled, and for a few brief moments, I felt like a little kid again. Then the boys kicked me out, no girls allowed I guess!

Special Visitor

GRANDMA WAS HERE!

Enjoying a walk..........

Here are the boys, just taking a rest. There is a beautiful area for us to walk, very close to our home. It was a beautiful day, a cool breeze, and the sun was shining. I really enjoyed watching my boys, they love to explore. They climb, they jump, they run, they fall, they roll, having so much fun all the while. They pick up pieces of nature and are so facsinated by what they see, a stick, a leaf, a cool looking rock. They make me smile. I am so thankful that God made me their Mommy, I love them both so much.

What a climber!

Noah is a great climber..... and so curious. He's the one who leads our direction. He goes first, helping his little brother along the way. He is really growing and changing, still my little boy though.....I'll never let him go, no matter how big and adventerous he gets.

Feeling the wind

I love this pic of Nate. He was standing there, gazing up at the sky. When I looked up to see what his eyes were fixed on, there was nothing there. Maybe he was admiring the blue sky, or the tree tops. Or maybe he was enjoying the wind blowing on his face. Whatever it was, it was a precious moment that I am so thankful I was able to capture.

Slacker

Ok, ok, so maybe I have become a slacker when it comes to posting stuff on my blog. My last post before today was last Thursday.....shame on me. There are some very special people to me who really look forward to seeing pics of the boys and seeing what they are up to, and that is why I do what I do. I myself am enjoying being able to share our daily lives with those of you who care. So I will try not to slack, and will try to be consistent with my posting :0)

A family tradition







Time to color the eggs!!!!

Happy Birthday Grandma

Happy Birthday Grandma

I Love You!

Wrestling Buddies

Jared and the boys love to wrestle. A favorite pastime at our house, and never a dull moment. I just sit back and enjoy the entertainment. I am so blessed to have such a wonderful husband and two amazing little boys. I thank God everyday for them.

Faith

Here is an update on the boys. They are both on the road to recovery. Noah is feeling better, still lying on the couch, but in better spirits. Nate's coughing is not so bad this morning. It's so hard seeing my little guys sick. It's a beautiful day out this morning, the sky is blue and the sun is shining, I hope we can get the boys out today for some fresh air. I thank God for taking care of my boys. I know we will have to deal with many more colds and flu in the future, maybe even broken bones (especially with my two, who seem to have "no fear"). I have learned through this experience that I have to remember not only to pray for healing, but also that the Lord would comfort them in their time of pain or illness. I know it made Noah feel better knowing that his Mommy and Daddy were praying for him. At his young age, I feel that sometimes his faith in God is stronger than mine at times. His trust in God's power is real. My heart is moved when I see Noah close his eyes tight and talk to God, asking Him to help he and his brother feel better. It's as if when he was praying, he had no doubts, he knew God was listening and would take care of them. It's amazing what an important lesson I can learn from a 3 1/2 year old. I was reminded by my son that God is faithful to those who love Him. I am so greatful that God trusted me to be Noah and Nathan's Mommy.

Pray for my sickies

Please keep my little sickies in your prayers. Noah is down with the stomach flu, and Nate has a cold and a bad cough. Poor little guys.

Silly me!

Thought I would share something that I thought was kind of funny. I woke up this morning and met my walking buddie, we walked a mile or so. Then I decided to go for a morning run. While I was running I had to keep yanking on the back of my pants because I could feel they were falling down and my underwear were showing, woo hoo! Anyway, I came into the house, said goodbye to Jared as he left for work, and got the kids breakfast. When I went to take a shower I realized that my pants had been on "back'wards". Oops! Here, I thought I was losing weight and my pants were just getting too big on me. Not so I'm afraid. Must of been extra tired this morning while getting dressed.

Be sure to drink your "Ovaltine"

For those of you who know Jared well, you are probably aware of the fact that he drank mass quantities of coffee. Not uncommon for him to enjoy an entire pot of coffee all to himself, in one day, might I add. Well.....Jared has given up coffee all together.....yea!!! His new addiction is hot "Ovaltine". He didn't have to retire his favorite coffee mug, he now uses it to enjoy a healthy chocolate treat. Those of you who know Jared well, also know that he has a bit of a sweet tooth and had no problem whatsoever giving up his love for coffee to replace it with his new love; sweet, rich, chocolate, "Ovaltine". Now Jared can give advice to all who have an ear to hear, "Be sure to drink your "Ovaltine."

Daddy's Boys

I am a dental hygienist, and I work two half days a week, not alot I know. God has really blessed me with a nice atmosphere to work as well as two wonderful people to work with. However, I often have a hard time, honestly because I really miss my boys. I tend to feel a little guilty being away from them. It is in my nature to want to complain, when really I have nothing to complain about. I was just looking through my pictures and came across this one of Jared and our boys. They really love their Daddy. Fortunately, when I walk out the door in the morning, headed off to fight the battle of gum disease and cavities, I am leaving my boys with their Daddy, who they both adore. When I look at this picture it makes me want to kick myself for complaining that I have to work. I know that the time Jared gets to spend with his little buddies is truly "priceless." When I go to work, it is time for Noah, Nate, and Daddy to have their own special time together and I need to rejoice for this blessing and think twice before I complain. I have a new perspective and I thank God for opening my eyes.