Hubby is in basketball season and we still have another month or so. This has been a long season for him. He has traveled long distances more than ever before and he just feels pulled. My heart aches for him as I can see the internal struggle of how much more am I going to miss out on my kids and family against the love of the game and he is very good at teaching it. I have been in constant prayer that God will give him peace. He truly has done a terrific job at setting boundaries and keeping family time important; all the while giving commitment to his team. He has honored us and I respect him so much for his growth. Way to go hubby, hang in there...we are behind you and support you! The season will be over before you know it! Then summer ball ;)
S is growing tall. She is almost as big as E. However, E has this radar that as soon as she thinks her "little" sister is going to pass her by...she shoots up an inch or two! TOO FUNNY! E and S have the best relationships, they play so well together and they love each other so much. It is so amazing to watch them play. Sometimes they go off for an hour or two and I debate do I go play with them? or do I give them their space? Their imaginations are unbelievable. S blows me away with her book skills- she can recognize all of her letters upper and lowercase and count to thirty. I am shocked and even test her to see if my eyes are deceiving themselves. I have to get E the credit...I think she has taught her everything! S is falling in love with God and it is beautiful to watch. Her prayers are getting deep and her heart is showing a love for Jesus. I must admit I was worried about this a year ago; she had no desire to love God, worship God and it was frightening as a parent. One reason, the other kid came out of the womb praising God and this one was so different; not bad, not wrong just different and as parents we needed to figure out how to reach her. As a parent I take this seriously, I know some of you think she is only 3.5 but God gave me a very important job and it is train a child up. My job isn't to wait until they are ready to hear the word of God or only teach them on Wed and Sundays....
My command is...
Deuteronomy 6:4-9 4 Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one. Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. Write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your gates.
E is reading! It is amazing! She loves to read and we give her every chance. We are enjoying watching her grow academically as well as spiritually. She really has gotten it that she is supposed to read her bible everyday and pray first thing in the morning. Her personal walk with the Lord is precious and her own. They are both loving Awanas and it was a true gift and blessing we joined this year. Although, loves learning she is getting tired of having to "sit still and listen." She says, "It's hard work." Too cute. I can imagine that she is feeling restricted but loves her teacher and made friends.
Well, we continue to love the Lord our God with all our heart, all of our soul, all of our strength, and all of our mind! Much love to all who read this blog; sorry it has been a while since I updated you on our family life.
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