Excitement in Life

Lately, there seems to be very few things in life that get me excited. I feel as if I do the same mundane things over and over again... I guess you can say that I am in some sort of a stay-at-home mommy rut. Don't get me wrong, I love being able to stay at home and care for my son, but it just is getting old lately... 


But....




On Friday I will be leaving for Orlando, Fl!!! Somewhere I have never been before and I am truly excited to go!! We should get there on Saturday. On Sunday, we plan on going to Sea World and meeting up with Katie and Aaron (YAY!) that evening for dinner. And then, Monday thru Thursday will be hanging out with Mickey and his friends :) What a gift to be able to go to such a great vacation!!

Breyten's First Birthday :)

I can't believe it has already come and gone! But, August 11, 2011 was my little boy's first birthday! He thoroughly enjoyed it! We started out at breakfast at McDonald's (in Ohio for Trenten's Brother's wedding) where he got to play on the playplace and eat pancakes. Then, we went to Grandma's house to open gifts. Then, we went to Cici's and had a pizza lunch; also, he had his 1 year old cup cake there and loved it! Finally, we ended the day in Cleveland at Progressive Field to watch an Indian's game. It was a fun-filled day!

Reflection on Marriage

As Trenten and my 5th anniversary is approaching in two days, I can't help but think about all that we have accomplished in just 5 years. I was 19 when we got married (although 1 week from turning 20), about to start nursing school (junior in college), and not really sure what being a Godly wife was all about. Trenten had just graduated from college with his Bachelor's of Arts in Secondary Education for English, and he was just about to start seminary for his Master's of Divinity. We had no full time jobs since we were both students. I, to this day, I have no idea how we paid for some bills. God always provided for us! We lived in seminary housing, and one day, we came home to a bag of groceries at our front door! We received many gifts of money during that time. We ended up graduating (both of us) debt free, not sure how that occurred except by God's grace. We have gone through the death of a parent, cancer of a parent, death of an unborn baby, and much more. We have been blessed beyond measure by God, and I am truly thankful. I would say that this year we are both most thankful for having Breyten in our lives. He is truly an answer to prayer and we love him so much! I am truly thankful for marrying a man who is Godly, a great provider, awesome dad, and loving husband. I am very blessed!

I can't believe it's already August

Wow, this year has flown by. I can't help but get emotional when I think about all that we have gone through this past year. The major issue being away from Trenten for 8.5 to 9 months. I can't believe that my little baby boy this time last year was being stubborn and not being born (I had to be induced...) And now he is a vibrant, curious, wonderful toddler. Lots of things happening in August: our 5 year anniversary is on Friday; Breyten turns 1 on August 11th; I turn 25 on August 12th; Trenten's brother is getting married on August 13th. It's going to be a fun and busy (and emotional) month for me!

Modern Day Nomads

Well, we are still waiting to hear back on everything. As of the end of August, we may be modern-day nomads... we shall see. We have family and friends who are willing to help in whatever comes our way, and for that, I am truly thankful. I still find it difficult to let go of things and let God, but I am learning. We hope to hear some news by tomorrow...

Waiting

Currently it seems God is teaching me patience. Due to the Navy, we no longer believe we will be living in Jacksonville, NC by the end of August, which was what Trenten's orders originally stated. Even though we have already found a house, put an offer on that house, and that offer has been accepted, we do not know if we are going to be able to live in that house. This week has been a big struggle for me. I like to have plans and know what is going on (alright, I like to be in control). But, I know that it needs to be God who in control. We are suppose to find out next week if we stay or go, but who knows, maybe we will go some place entirely different. We are just waiting "patiently" on God's will for our lives.

4th of July

It was a busy weekend! We had 2 brothers-in-laws come to visit. One, my brother Austin, we picked up from Camp Lejeune on Friday. We were able to go to Busch Gardens on Saturday (and even stay for fireworks, which turned out to be the only fireworks for us since it rained on the 4th). On Saturday night, Lew traveled from Ohio to Va Beach to deliver Trenten's motorcycle, which we are so thankful! Trenten bought it back in July of 2009, but it has been in his Grandmother's garage (much to her dismay). Our red car broke down last week, and to fix it will cost more than what it is worth. So, the motorcycle came at the best time! Monday, we had a cookout, and a couple of sailors came over from Trenten's ship. It was a good 4th! This weekend we start house hunting! Oorah!