Saturday, June 13, 2009

My epiphany

Well this post might seem a bit blunt. I am just sick and tired of trying for it to be all peachy and sun-shiny all the time. Is that how Jesus acted? Is that the overtone of the Bible? NO! Jesus got angry, he expressed many human emotions, the important part was how he reacted and behaved with those emotions. Some times life just stinks. Sometimes marriage isn't all that I thought it would be. Sometimes when I watch my lovey-dovey movies I get so upset because that is NOT the way real love is. Have you ever wondered why young teens girls have it all wrong when it comes to love, commitment, and relationships? Not me, look no farther than Hollywood and how they portray love and you begin to understand. Wow I am rambling. It has just been some crazy months and I have realized that I am holding a lot in and pretending on the outside that I am somehow this super mom that can do it all and nothing fazes her. Well its not true. My life is not at all like I pictured it to be. Don't get me wrong, I love my husband and I love what we have, and I know I am where God wants me to be but that doesn't mean it is easy. I pictured having 4-5 kiddos with my hubby, not step-parenting 3 and feeling so helpless in protecting them even though I am the main caregiver. In my dreamy picture of being a mom I never once fantasized my child saying "i want my real mom" when the are in trouble or upset. I have slowly realized that my vision and God's vision are different and for me to fulfill His purpose for my life I might just have to get a new pair of shoes lol! I mean the person I was, the role that I was filling before Andy is so different from the person I have to be now and the role that I am filling now. Its like I need a new pair of shoes, a different perspective. Know that old saying, you don't know how you'd react until you walk in their shoes for a day. Exactly true! Now I am having to do just that, walk in someone else's shoes. Walking in the shoes of the person God designed me to be and leaving the shoes of the person I chose on my own at the curb. This new role of mine might not be easy and there are days that I don't think I can do it anymore because I am tired and hurt, but I take it one day at a time and God is always there to pull me through and be my strength. I hope this new style of blogging is okay and I haven't scared you off. But there are many times that I am scared and I need advice or to talk but I don't know who to turn to. Sometimes I feel guilty for my feelings and feel ashamed to share. Other times I just hold it in because I am scared people will take it the wrong way and think I am not happy when I am. Anyways, we'll see how it goes.

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Friday, June 5, 2009

Bonfire with Boys





We love s'mores at this house! In general I love fires. So cozy and toasty. Family time, yummy food, and fun. Couldn't get any better than this!

Wicked

There are not words to describe it. It was unbelievable! Humorous, Dramatic, Shocking, a little bit of everything but nothing that you'd expect. Its a gotta see!








Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Summer is here!

I am so excited to have time with the boys without the rush and bustle of school and bedtimes. I am desperately trying to find things to do that does not cost money, any ideas? We love the sprinkler parks but regular parks make me so dizzy with the heat. I am a sissy I know! The pool is always a blast but not free. Cool Creek Park has a lot of free activities to do as well. If any one wants to tag along, let me know!

Friday, May 29, 2009

God is Good!

Today was such a great day that I packed up the boys and went to the pool. What started the day so good is the news that Andy will probably be able to keep his job AND work from home! Of course the day couldn't stay fabulous forever, especially with 4 boys lol! Caleb decided to pee his pants in line to get in, so home we went again.

The other boys and I went back and had a great day. Of course they ran in to all of their friends so I ended up losing one and gaining another, lol. Ash stayed the night with a friend and Zach brought one home.
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Thursday, May 28, 2009

Memorial Day

We had a cookout at our house with our parents. It was such a beautiful day and I was craving cookout food~ baked beans and mac n cheese! I took the opportunity to get some pictures of grandparents and grandkids. 




The boys got the bright idea to make a doghouse for the dogs. We didn't exactly have wood that matched the task at hand but they made it work, LOL!


Wednesday, May 27, 2009

God will never give you more than you can handle

I know this to be true, but in times like these it is hard to see that truth. Yesterday we were given the hard news that if we moved to Ca we could not take the boys with us. Well of course that means we will not be moving, we would never leave our children! As much as I was angry and confused by this verdict, Andy and I have come to the conclusion that God has better plans for us here. I told myself all along that if God did not want us to go, He would prevent us from doing so. I guess this was His way.

It of course would have been easier to know sooner on instead of putting all of our eggs in one basket. The next couple of months are going to be very hard and major prayer is needed. I have applied for teaching positions in the fall at Heights, Andy is hoping that he can work remotely for Pelco, and I am going to try babysitting through the summer and getting a night job at a restaurant if needed. 

The boys were a little upset, expecially Zach and Caleb. Collin and Ashton are mostly worried about Andy's job. Although we do not have any answers for them, I know God is in control and I trust His promises for us. I know He will take care of us and new doors will open. Actually a part of me is very glad we aren't moving. I have formed some very good friendships here and did not look forward to leaving them. Also I am very attached to my church and cried every Sunday because I knew we had to leave. I have never been involved in a church like ACC and I really felt like I was doing what God wanted me to do working with teen girls there. Now that I am not moving I can hopefully get back in touch with the group of girls I had and keep in touch with them.

Well all, prayers are appreciated. I will keep you posted.

Goodnight