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Speakin' Up: March 2009
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Monday, March 30, 2009. I HEART my son. Today may have been my first real "initiation" into parenthood. Nate has been battling a cold since the middle of last week. It appeared to improve over the weekend, but then by Sunday afternoon his congestion was worsening. We could hear/feel the rattle in his chest. So I called the nurse at the pediatrician's office, and she agreed that Nate should come in to be checked out. I consulted with my personal nurse on-call, Jennifer. Thank you, friends! Mr Wonderful an...
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Speakin' Up: One Step at a Time
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Thursday, November 5, 2009. One Step at a Time. Rights were terminated today! We are now one major. Step closer to adopting our little man! What a huge day! I am physically exhausted from all the emotions, and am so thankful to have seen the Lord's hand today in our journey. Thank you, Lord, for this precious little boy squealing with joy as he plays right now. Every good and perfect gift comes from You! And what a wonderful present you gave to exactly 8 months ago today. The super talented, Jennifer.
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Speakin' Up: Two Words: Thank HIM!
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Thursday, November 26, 2009. Two Words: Thank HIM! Shout for JOY to the Lord, all the earth. I am overwhelmed this morning with a heart full of gratitude. The Lord is good. He is alive and on His throne! In a world full of inconsistencies, what a blessing that the One in control was, is and will always be LOVE! I am so thankful for all of you - my family, friends, and sojourners on this journey of life! Nate enjoying his 1st Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade! This year I am thankful for NATE! I linked your ...
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Speakin' Up: February 2009
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Friday, February 27, 2009. I'm sorry, Ronda, but I cheated. My bestie, Ronda. And I have this agreement that we will always do our best to tell each other any major news firsthand. In today's technological world, especially now with the blogworld, news spreads fast. But it is extremely important to both of us that we communicate directly with one another. Obviously, the birth of her twins today qualifies as one of these MAJOR events/news. I'm so sorry, Ronda! Evan Charles (5 lbs. 15 oz.). And apparently ...
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Speakin' Up: May 2009
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Tuesday, May 26, 2009. Mr Wonderful has his hands (or should I say his ears) full now. He has two big talkers living under his roof! One he's known for over 11 years. The other he just met in March. The first is known to have regular conversations with herself. The second is just discovering his voice and coos and squeals like a champ. Could one little guy get any cuter? Side note: If you've never tried talking things through out loud with yourself, I highly recommend it. It can be very healing! Thank yo...
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Speakin' Up: Big Day Tomorrow
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Wednesday, November 4, 2009. Tomorrow morning Mr. Wonderful and I head down to the courthouse for Nate's termination hearing! This is a HUGE step in our journey to adoption, and we would appreciate your prayers that things will go smoothly and that the judge will choose to terminate Nate's birthparents' rights. According to CPS (who paid us a surprise visit last Tuesday night - love those.especially at night during dinner time and bedtime routines.ha! Labels: Road to Adoption. You know I am on my knees!
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Speakin' Up: July 2009
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Thursday, July 30, 2009. I read the book. I knew the premise. Be prepared to ugly cry. Lots and lots of Kleenex. Why do we women do this to ourselves? The first thing I did when I got home was hug my man. When you walk through it (personally or with someone you love more than life) you are changed. But bring Kleenex. Lots and lots. Monday, July 20, 2009. Lots of thoughts in my head that I want to share, so a list will have to do. (I love lists! A spontaneous family run through the sprinklers, of course!
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Speakin' Up: September 2009
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Tuesday, September 1, 2009. 184 Days, Six Months, 1/2 of a Year. My precious son,. Today you are six months old! Really, you are six months and six days old on the day I type this, but blogger allows you to back-date posts, which is very helpful for busy mommies, so we'll just pretend.). I can't believe that a half of one year has already passed since you took your first breath on this earth, and six months have passed since you were placed in our arms and joyously welcomed into our home! If I lay you do...
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Speakin' Up: Colorado Reunion
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Wednesday, August 19, 2009. Earlier this month we escaped to the beautiful mountains of Colorado for a family reunion. Every five years my mom's side of the family (her parents, brothers and their families, etc.) all get together to celebrate my grandparents' anniversary - 60 years this year! Fiance that was back home in Iowa working - yuck! We left bright and early Saturday the 8th and flew into Denver. Nate did so well on the plane - a little squirmish but no crying! One day we visited the Coors Brewer...
