I am a follower of Christ, wife to the most wonderful husband, and mother to 3 beautiful children. I struggle like many to find balance in my life with all of the demands pulling me in so many directions but strive hard to do my best eveyrday. Though I at times let life get in the way my daily goal is to chase hard after Christ in all I do, love my husband as Christ has called me too, and raise my children in a home where Christ is evident always. I have moments on mountian tops and moments in the valley, but through it all I strive see Christ in the midst. I don't always succeed and find myself on my knees at times asking for forgiveness for allowing the distractions of life get in the way and am so thankful for a God who forgives me everytime and loves me messiness and all. May I exalt him in all I do and teach my children the same. This journey of life is filled with more joy than I ever could ask for along with trials that I often didn't see coming, through it all may I rejoice and always remember I can do all things through Christ who strenghtens me.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Ziah James

Today Josiah had his 9 month well check appointment. I can't believe he just had his last well check appointment before he turns 1. My big guy weighed in at 23lbs 2oz and was 29 1/2in. He is healthy and active and the doctor was very happy with the progress he is making. It feels like only yesterday I was taking him home from the hospital and today he is babbling and taking the first steps towards figuring out how to walk. I watch in amazement everyday as my little baby grows into a sweet little boy with a personality all his own. Though it is hard to see my baby grow up I am treasuring this time so much. I love snuggling up to feed him and and rock him to sleep each night, my heart melts seeing my independent active little boy turn into a heavy sleeping baby snuggled safely into my arms. I know the day will come when he will not want me to rock him to sleep anymore but for now I am going to appreciate these sweet moments I get with my little guy. Feeling so blessed to be his mommy.