A Love For Reading

Jackson loves books!

 

He likes looking at them, having them read to him, and picking out his own. We have been going to the library once a week for him to pick out new books. (Sometimes we hang around for story time.)

 

Jackson was excited to get his very own library card!

 

Each week we start in a different section of the picture books. Jackson and I read the title and look at the pictures. Then, he decides if he wants the book or not. He either says, "Yes, I want it" and puts it in the stroller or "No, this one looks weird" and puts it back on the shelf.

 

His favorite books so far this summer the Bear series by Karma Wilson and each week we do look for another one of those. So far we have read Bear Snores On, Bear's New Friend, and Bear Wants More.

Hopefully Jackson's love for reading never ends, and I can't wait to hear him read the books to me!

Memorizing Scripture V2:13

James 3:8a “Come near to God and he will come near to you.”

 

 In the busyness of life (this 2 kid business is a bit more work:), I must make time to spend time alone with God in His word, praying, and praising Him. The more I seek Him the more I find Him. I want more of Him.

Confessional

-I confess...

 

-I try and have something planned for us to do each day. It makes my life easier and my time with Jackson better:)

 

-We are taking full advantage of the Kids Bowl Free Program.

 

-I am in denial that Cindy is moving away.

 

 -I may have the sweetest 4 year old and the best fit thrower!

 -I confess I have some of the best friends.

Christin, Sam, Emily, and Caroline came over to visit and hangout this week.

-I took a lot naps with this little guy this week!

 

-Aldi is my favorite store for fruit, 2.99 for a watermelon! 

 

-I love spending every day, even if some seem long, with my boys!

 

-I have a lot of ideas of new things to make and things I want to do for school next year but haven't done one!

 

-I think my boys look a little bit like me:)

 

 

-I count my blessings daily!

A Blue Bell Day

Friday before Brian's parents left we went to the Blue Bell Ice Cream Factory. 

Jackson talked about going all week long. 

We all know he was most excited about the ice cream!

After the tour, we stopped at the water park next door to play and swim. Loved playing with my big boy!

Definitely another fun summer day!



Life With Papa and Grandma

Papa Mel and Grandma Sharon spent the last week and a half with us.

 

They got to meet Lincoln for the first time.

Brian and I went to see Internship and got out several nights by ourselves.

Papa, Brian, and Jackson did some fishing. Unfortunately, Jackson caught a bigger fish at Bass Pro.

Jackson swam twice a day with Papa and Grandma.

A few trips to Menchies,

 and good eats.

Boys trip to Monsters University in 3D.

And lots and lots more!

We are so thankful for your help and love.

 

Heartbeats

Brian's heart ablation was scheduled for June 18th. After a month of waiting, we met with the doctor the week before. He went over everything about the procedure in detail and answered our questions.

 

The day of the operation we arrived bright and early at Texas Children's. Pastor Dave came up and prayed over Brian before he went back. Brian was wheeled away around 8:30.

I received a phone call updating me on Brian and the procedure every hour. That phone call was wonderful because it kept the mind for wondering what might be going on. Around 12 o'clock the nurse called and said "it was slow going". Mel and I went to the food court to eat lunch and thought for sure the procedure would take even longer than the projected 5 hours. However, the next phone call surprised us. They were done and everything went great! Praise the Lord!

Monitor showing a regular heartbeat with NO PVC's. A first for Brian.

The doctor came and talked to us and let us know that he got rid of all of the extra PVC's and was unable to get his heart into Afib or any other life threatening rhythms. Brian was discharged around 8 o'clock that same night and is doing well. He will follow up with his cardiologists in a month or two.

 

We are so thankful for the many prayers for Brian and our family, the phone calls, and texts.

"He who forms the mountains, creates the wind and reveals his thoughts to man. He who turns down to darkness and treads on the heights of the earth- the Lord God Almighty is His name!" Amos 4:13

 

We give God all the glory!

Big Brother, Little Brother

My Boys

"Little boys come in all shapes and sizes,
Shy and adventurous, full of surprises,
With misshapen halos and mischievous grins,
Small dirty faces, and sweet, sticky chins." 

 "They'll keep you so busy, and yet all the while
Nothing can brighten the world like their smile.
And no greater treasure has brought homes more joy
Than a curious, active, and lovable boy!"

Author Unknown

 Jackson has exceeded my expectations of being a big brother.

Even after a month he is still always thinking of Lincoln, giving him kisses, and wanting Lincoln to be right by him. Of course, there are some meltdowns and periods of jealousy from Jackson but overall I am so proud of how well Jackson is adjusting!

Praying this big brother and little brother are the best of friends all of their lives.