From our family to yours we would like to wish each and every one of you a very Happy Thanksgiving.
Until next time.................................
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Thursday, Thanksgiving Day November 26th and Happy Birthday to Patrick
I want to wish my husband and Elizabeth's dad a very happy birthday! He gets to share it with Thanksgiving day this year. And we both say we have a lot to be thankful for this year. Happy Birthday Babe-I love you...........................
From our family to yours we would like to wish each and every one of you a very Happy Thanksgiving.
Until next time.................................
From our family to yours we would like to wish each and every one of you a very Happy Thanksgiving.
Until next time.................................
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Day #4 in a week of Thanksgiving
Wednesday, Day #4
I am thankful for my family.
My family is a blessing in alot of ways. The provide unconditional love, support, words of wisdom, and just generally support what I do in my life. Many people in this world have no one or are estranged from their families. I am fortunate and blessed to have a great family.
My quote for the day:
"An ounce of blood is worth more than a pound of friendship
Until tomorrow..................................................
I am thankful for my family.
My family is a blessing in alot of ways. The provide unconditional love, support, words of wisdom, and just generally support what I do in my life. Many people in this world have no one or are estranged from their families. I am fortunate and blessed to have a great family.
My quote for the day:
"An ounce of blood is worth more than a pound of friendship
Until tomorrow..................................................
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Day #3 in a week of Thanksgiving
Tuesday, Day #3
Today I am thankful for my faith and the ability to practice my faith.
I was raised as a Southern Baptist and still call myself a Southern Baptist. I happened to have married a guy that is Catholic and an extremely devout one at that. We have radically different styles in the way we worship, but the bottom line is that as an American we are allowed to proclaim our faith and freely practice whatever religion we so chose. This is not the case in many countries and penalties are often stiff (even death) for those who chose to worship.
My faith has gotten me through many trials and tribulations. And many times I didn't understand why things happened the way they did, but looking back on it years later it would seem that the timing was perfect after all. We knew when we started our adoption process that there would be a wait. Never in a million years did we anticipate almost 4 years of waiting, but that is what it turned out to be. I have said it many, many times -that Patrick and I had faith that just the perfect child was out there for us and when God says it was time, then it would be time. And now look at the precious gift we have received this year. There are many other instances over the years that I could tell you about, but won't. Just know that living in the USA allows us many freedoms that other people in this world will never experience.
My thought/prayer/saying for the day is: Footprints in the sand
This saying/prayer captured my attention at a very young age-like maybe 7th or 8th grade. It moved me from the moment I heard it and I have fallen back on it many times since then. It is very simply put but kind of sums up what I was trying to say above-at the time when things happen to us we may not understand why it is this way, or when it is going to get better, yet looking back on it months or even years later you realize you were not alone. You have to have the faith, maturity and understanding that our time is not always God's time. Here is Footprints -I hope you enjoy and find a deep meaning in it as I have over the years.
One night a man had a dream. He dreamed he was walking along the beach with the LORD.
Across the sky flashed scenes from his life.
For each scene he noticed two sets of footprints in the sand: one belonging to him, and the other to the LORD.
When the last scene of his life flashed before him,he looked back at the footprints in the sand.
He noticed that many times along the path of his life there was only one set of footprints.
He also noticed that it happened at the very lowest and saddest times in his life.
This really bothered him and he questioned the LORD about it:
"LORD, you said that once I decided to follow you, you'd walk with me all the way. But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life,there is only one set of footprints. I don't understand why when I needed you most you would leave me."
The LORD replied:
"My son, my precious child,I love you and I would never leave you.During your times of trial and suffering,when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you."
Until tomorrow.............................
Today I am thankful for my faith and the ability to practice my faith.
I was raised as a Southern Baptist and still call myself a Southern Baptist. I happened to have married a guy that is Catholic and an extremely devout one at that. We have radically different styles in the way we worship, but the bottom line is that as an American we are allowed to proclaim our faith and freely practice whatever religion we so chose. This is not the case in many countries and penalties are often stiff (even death) for those who chose to worship.
My faith has gotten me through many trials and tribulations. And many times I didn't understand why things happened the way they did, but looking back on it years later it would seem that the timing was perfect after all. We knew when we started our adoption process that there would be a wait. Never in a million years did we anticipate almost 4 years of waiting, but that is what it turned out to be. I have said it many, many times -that Patrick and I had faith that just the perfect child was out there for us and when God says it was time, then it would be time. And now look at the precious gift we have received this year. There are many other instances over the years that I could tell you about, but won't. Just know that living in the USA allows us many freedoms that other people in this world will never experience.
My thought/prayer/saying for the day is: Footprints in the sand
This saying/prayer captured my attention at a very young age-like maybe 7th or 8th grade. It moved me from the moment I heard it and I have fallen back on it many times since then. It is very simply put but kind of sums up what I was trying to say above-at the time when things happen to us we may not understand why it is this way, or when it is going to get better, yet looking back on it months or even years later you realize you were not alone. You have to have the faith, maturity and understanding that our time is not always God's time. Here is Footprints -I hope you enjoy and find a deep meaning in it as I have over the years.
One night a man had a dream. He dreamed he was walking along the beach with the LORD.
Across the sky flashed scenes from his life.
For each scene he noticed two sets of footprints in the sand: one belonging to him, and the other to the LORD.
When the last scene of his life flashed before him,he looked back at the footprints in the sand.
He noticed that many times along the path of his life there was only one set of footprints.
He also noticed that it happened at the very lowest and saddest times in his life.
This really bothered him and he questioned the LORD about it:
"LORD, you said that once I decided to follow you, you'd walk with me all the way. But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life,there is only one set of footprints. I don't understand why when I needed you most you would leave me."
The LORD replied:
"My son, my precious child,I love you and I would never leave you.During your times of trial and suffering,when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you."
Until tomorrow.............................
Monday, November 23, 2009
Day #2 in a week of Thanksgiving
Please reference the previous post for my inspiration to post each day this week leading up to Thanksgiving Day. If you don't have the time to read the post here it is in a nutshell:
Life is great, we take many things for granted, we get caught up in the day to day activities that comprise our lives and often times forget to stop and think about what we really have. Most of us will say it is not the material things that define who we are, but the morals, values, family and friends we were raised with and continue to be part of our lives today. I want to take each day as it comes-knowing it may be my last. And I want those around me to know how much I love them and what they have meant to me. So each day this week I am going to post about something I am thankful for and also give a little thought/prayer/saying for inspiration and thought.
Monday, Day #2-I am thankful for my health.
Besides a little thyroid gland problem and extra weight I don't care for on my hips, thighs, chin, etc. I am a very healthy person. Working as a nurse practitioner makes me appreciate just how good I have it. Most of us are only one good illness away from serious reprecussions in our lives, like financial devastation, job loss, family stress, divorce, emotional distress, etc. should we be struck with any type of illness/injury. So again, I am thankful for my good health.
My thought for today is one of my very favorite sayings of all times. It has changed a little over the years, been tweaked a little here and there, but I do think it originated from Mark Twain. It goes something like this:
Sing, like no one's listening,
Dance, like no one's watching,
Work, like you don't need the money,
Give, like you expect nothing in return,
Live, like there's heaven on earth,
Love, like you'll never get hurt
Until tomorrow.........................
Life is great, we take many things for granted, we get caught up in the day to day activities that comprise our lives and often times forget to stop and think about what we really have. Most of us will say it is not the material things that define who we are, but the morals, values, family and friends we were raised with and continue to be part of our lives today. I want to take each day as it comes-knowing it may be my last. And I want those around me to know how much I love them and what they have meant to me. So each day this week I am going to post about something I am thankful for and also give a little thought/prayer/saying for inspiration and thought.
Monday, Day #2-I am thankful for my health.
Besides a little thyroid gland problem and extra weight I don't care for on my hips, thighs, chin, etc. I am a very healthy person. Working as a nurse practitioner makes me appreciate just how good I have it. Most of us are only one good illness away from serious reprecussions in our lives, like financial devastation, job loss, family stress, divorce, emotional distress, etc. should we be struck with any type of illness/injury. So again, I am thankful for my good health.
My thought for today is one of my very favorite sayings of all times. It has changed a little over the years, been tweaked a little here and there, but I do think it originated from Mark Twain. It goes something like this:
Sing, like no one's listening,
Dance, like no one's watching,
Work, like you don't need the money,
Give, like you expect nothing in return,
Live, like there's heaven on earth,
Love, like you'll never get hurt
Until tomorrow.........................
Sunday, November 22, 2009
A week of Thanksgiving
Today started out just like any other Sunday. Elizabeth had breakfast, we went to the grocery store for a few things and came home for her to have a morning nap. Then I called a very close friend who had left a message on our machine last nite that it was important I call her today. That is where the similarities to other Sunday's ends.
She proceeded to tell me that her daughter, grandson and son in law were all killed in a house fire on November 12th. Her daughter was only 35 years old and her grandson would have been 5 years old on November 28th. Needless to say I have been so sad and devastated since that phone call. Most of my thoughts have turned to Elizabeth today as I think of all the moments we shared together today and that my friend will never have this opportunity with either her daughter or grandson again.
So in the spirit of Thanksgiving and after receiving this "wake up" call today I have decided each day this week I will post here just what I am thankful for this year.
Sunday, Day 1-I am thankful for our daughter.
After over 3.5 years of waiting and hoping for a family, our dream came true in May, 2009 when we received the wonderful phone call that we had a daughter in China. I really don't think there are any other words to say about this. It is a miracle and truly a blessing. As I kiss my daughter good nite tonite, my thoughts turn to my friend and the deep pain and suffering she must be experiencing at this moment, which makes our gift of Elizabeth even more special than ever.
I think I also want to post a thought for the day each day this week as well just to make each and everyone think about what is good in our daily lives. We all have struggles and frustrations, but there are also many joys and wonders that can get lost in our day to day struggles. Let's each take time this week to find just one minute in our day to give thanks for something or someone special in your life.
My thought/saying/prayer for today is:
You are the poem I dreamed of writing
the masterpiece I longed to paint.
You are the shining star
I reached for In my
ever hopeful quest
for life fulfilled...
You are my child. Now with all things
I am blessed.
She proceeded to tell me that her daughter, grandson and son in law were all killed in a house fire on November 12th. Her daughter was only 35 years old and her grandson would have been 5 years old on November 28th. Needless to say I have been so sad and devastated since that phone call. Most of my thoughts have turned to Elizabeth today as I think of all the moments we shared together today and that my friend will never have this opportunity with either her daughter or grandson again.
So in the spirit of Thanksgiving and after receiving this "wake up" call today I have decided each day this week I will post here just what I am thankful for this year.
Sunday, Day 1-I am thankful for our daughter.
After over 3.5 years of waiting and hoping for a family, our dream came true in May, 2009 when we received the wonderful phone call that we had a daughter in China. I really don't think there are any other words to say about this. It is a miracle and truly a blessing. As I kiss my daughter good nite tonite, my thoughts turn to my friend and the deep pain and suffering she must be experiencing at this moment, which makes our gift of Elizabeth even more special than ever.
I think I also want to post a thought for the day each day this week as well just to make each and everyone think about what is good in our daily lives. We all have struggles and frustrations, but there are also many joys and wonders that can get lost in our day to day struggles. Let's each take time this week to find just one minute in our day to give thanks for something or someone special in your life.
My thought/saying/prayer for today is:
You are the poem I dreamed of writing
the masterpiece I longed to paint.
You are the shining star
I reached for In my
ever hopeful quest
for life fulfilled...
You are my child. Now with all things
I am blessed.
Monday, November 16, 2009
It's been awhile-
Hello everyone, sorry it has been a couple of weeks since our last post. Life has just got the best of us is all-busy at home, busy at work, just busy. Our girl continues to grow and amaze us each and every day. She is saying more English words like "meow meow" and she loves to imitate the grandfather clock and says "dong dong dong" every time she hears it.
Elizabeth and Grandpa Frank
Until next time.........................
She has had another haircut-that makes 2 now since she has been home. But I think the one we did last week is really her first "official" haircut. We took her to a "kids" salon where she got to sit in a fire truck and watch Baby Einstein while she got her hair cut. She was so good. And her hair is really growing and getting thick. I do think she will have a true bob haircut before she turns 2.
Elizabeth and Grandpa FrankNothing much else to say, just enjoy the pics of our girl. We just love her to death and look forward to each and every day with her.
Until next time.........................
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Pics from our day at the zoo
Here are some pics to enjoy of our day spent at the zoo. Elizabeth loved it and we are now members so she will be going back ALOT during the next year. Not only do they have animals to see but also a ROPES course with zip line and a kiddie train and carousel. I don't think there was a thing we did today that she didn't love!
Until next time.....................................
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