To go or Not to go???

For the past few weeks I have been tossing around the idea of going back to school. Its been a dream. Now, as I get my thoughts in order I am on the road back to school. I may not be able to start today or tomorrow, but my plan is in order and I am on my way. I was to start on Tuesday the 20th of May, but after truely praying about it I will probably be starting after the summer to insure that we have a plan for babysitting and just a plan for the family. Ian is back to work and ENJOYING his job, so I don't want to distract him from that. However, can we juggle daycare funds out of the budget that is already stretched to the MAX? God is great and very merciful, so we will pray over the summer and hope that God directs for our families future.
Pray that as I make this plan and go forward with it that the Lord would calm my heart. College you guys is a pretty scare thing for me, thus I haven't done it yet! Its funny to be 33 and just be starting the journey of school. I will let you know how it goes.
For now, PRAY!!!

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Mini vacation

We have had a rough winter up here in Maine with no prospect of Spring any time soon. We still can't see the slide on the kids swingset. My only saving grace at this point is that I was able to take a 4 day vacation to Maryland back in March and boy was it nice. I went and visited my Friend Erinn from Word of Life. Her husband Micheal was nice enough to allow me to come and visit with her for the weekend. Her son Abraham is now 2 and I have just met him for the first time during this visit. What a joy to see him doing so well as he and his brother were born so early. He is a blessing.
Anyway, while in MD we spent the day down in Baltimore which was so much fun cause we took Erinn's sister and her two children as well.
I missed my family, but was glad to be away for a few days to catch up on sleep.
I would post some pictures, but there seem to be a problem with them all. So, you can go to Erinn's blog and check out some of the pictures. http://raganramblings.blogspot.com/

Cruise Cancelled

So, my cruise got cancelled. I am thankful though, cause a little boy who needed a liver got his new liver and is doing well. Little Riley is settling into hospital life and getting better daily. He had a little bit of trouble yesterday, but hopefully they have gotten things straigtend out today.
Instead of going on a cruise for 7 days, I will be going to Maryland for 4 days. My friend Erinn from back in my WOLBI days has greatfully opened her apartment to me for a few nights. Its not a 7 day vacation, but it gets me away and allows me to visit with someone I haven't seen for over 7 years now. Last time we saw each other was Erinn's wedding. It will be great to visit with her and meet her little boy Abraham for the first time. He just turned 2 and is the cutiest thing (other than my kids) I have ever seen. His smile is just so big.
Anyway, just wanted to update you all (if anyone even reads this) on what has changed. Our cruise may be rescheduled, but we just don't know yet. I will keep you posted.

Praises from Maine

I have been very busy lately trying to get ready for my "Trip of a life time". My mother-in-law has given me a cruise. Her and I are to set sail 2 weeks from today. We are suppose to go with 2 of our friends, but we are not sure who will be going at this point as one has just been given a wonderful gift. Our friend is a "Foster Mom" to a little boy named Riley. He has been sick since birth and was put on a transplant list for a liver (I believe). He was put on the list at the beginning of Febuary and got the call on Friday morning to get to Boston for the surgery. He went through beautifully and was awake Saturday morning, but it will be a long stay at the hospital for recovery. Pray for little Riley. His mom's parental rights are in the process of being terminated. Please pray for Riley that he will have the opertunity to stay in the home where he feels safe. He is a wonderful little boy who just wants to be loved.
Anyway, just wanted to give a quick little post to let you know I haven't fallen off the edge of the world.

'Tis the Season

This past week I have been home doing things with the kids getting in the spirit for Christmas, while Ian was off hunting the "Big White Tail" deer. One of the adventures that the kids and I had was decorating Ginger Bread Men. What fun was that. We had frosting everywhere, however, it was worth it to see them smile and laugh.

God's beautiful handy work

When Ian and I bought our home we really were excited about the row of Fruit trees on the property. There is a fully grown Apple tree right out front and then they had just planted 2 new apple trees and a pear tree. Well, last year we weren't able to pick anything, but this year we have picked apples and a few pears. The kids have been so excited watching them grow and change. This past weekend we finally picked the ones that were worth picking, and oh how the kids squealed. I don't know what I will do with them, but I plan on using them somehow. Maybe a big pan of apple sauce.
So, here are the pictures of some of our fruit. Apples are the top picture and pears are below.

Soccer Girl

While Isaac has been digging, Anna has been working on her soccer abilities. She has had a new found joy outside kicking and running after the soccer ball. I think next year we will have to sign her up. She comes by it naturally as her Uncle George was an excellent soccer player in his day! Although, this move looks a lot like a ballerina, so maybe she will do that too!