Monday, September 20, 2010
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
New Haircuts
I cut the boy's hair last weekend. They both cried of course but at least Cade let me finish! Quinn's is sort of a chop job. Here's some cute pics:
And here's the brothers goofing around:
Cade just loves giving his brother kisses! And that's no April Fool's joke!
And here's the brothers goofing around:
Cade just loves giving his brother kisses! And that's no April Fool's joke!
Friday, March 14, 2008
The Best Laid Plans.....
Well, I know... I haven't stuck to my plan of updating my blog more often. But, I have a lot a news I guess and wanted to write about it. Here goes.
Several weeks ago, the wonderful worship leader at my church stepped down for personal reasons. Therefore, I was asked to take his position. I, of course, said yes. It feels like everything in my life has led up to this.... I've trained and felt like I've been prepared for just this! In 12th grade, I went to a summer camp with my church and during one of the sessions, I felt called to missionary work.... not just any missionary work. I was to be a "music missionary". Now, when you think of "missionary", what do you think of? Africa? the far reaches of the world, etc?? Yes, me too. However, when I say "missionary" here... it means a person who carries the gospel to ANY person. One who furthers the kingdom of God. And that is me.... I am a missionary to the city of Long Beach, to the people at the River Church, to anyone who I come in contact with. And I use music to accomplish this. So when I was asked to use music to further the kingdom of God in my very own church, you can understand why I said yes and why I believe this is exactly what I'm supposed to be doing with my life. I am very excited about what God has for me in this position and the ways he's going to use me to further His kingdom! I started last weekend and it went so very well!!! Thank you, Jesus!
Ever since I had Quinn (my second baby), I lost about 20 lbs and was very happy with where I was weight-wise (even though I was still 20 lbs overweight). But, a couple weeks ago, I started realizing that I need to get this excess weight off. SO, I found out about this website from a friend at church (thanks, Lisa!).... SparkPeople.com. Can we say "AWESOME!"? I used CalorieCount.com before but this site is so much more! You can track your calories, exercise, glasses of water/day, fruit & veggies/day, it gives you sample menus you can use or not, and it gives you sample exercises/strength exercises you can use or not. It also tracks, carbs, fat, protein, etc. SO COOL! So, this past week, I've been using it faithfully and I've already lost a couple pounds! HOORAY! I feel healthier and have more energy! My goal is to lose 20-25 lbs by July. If I continue the way I am now, it should be no problem.
On the family front, things are going well. Quinn is almost 1 year old!!!! He's not walking yet but is very active and getting a little personality all his own! I think we're going to have to watch out for this child!! He's much more curious than Cade and will try most anything. Cade is doing very well... he's holding "conversations" with us and LOVES books. He is also in love with all his grandparents (as they are with him). He always wants them to come over and play with him. Or, he wants to call them on the phone or go over to their house. I love that he loves his family.
Jason and his business is going well. The writer's strike was a bit scary but we got through it. The business is growing and he's doing what he loves.
On the knitting front, things are progressing along. In February, I got to go to Stitches West '08 (a yarn convention of sorts) in Santa Clara, CA. IT WAS SO FUN! I bought some great yarn and I actually have projects for everything I bought. I already made a Clapotis (stole) out of the Brooks Farm yarn I bought. It's beautiful. I have less time to knit and crochet during the day because the kids require lots of attention. But I still get a lot done with the time I have.
Another thing I'm doing is listening to lots of podcasts (mostly knitting related). But, one thing I've always struggled with and something I've always wanted to accomplish is reading through the Bible in a year. I usually start out great but peter out towards the middle. But now, I've discovered the Daily Audio Bible podcast! It goes through the Bible in a year and is read by this great guy in Nashville with this deep voice. It also has some nice music in the background while he reads! Each week is a new translation. It's really great for me because I think I'm more of an audio learner. I'm learning things in a new way about God's Word and it's wonderful!
That's about it for now, I guess. So friends, I did it! I updated my blog! HOORAY!
Several weeks ago, the wonderful worship leader at my church stepped down for personal reasons. Therefore, I was asked to take his position. I, of course, said yes. It feels like everything in my life has led up to this.... I've trained and felt like I've been prepared for just this! In 12th grade, I went to a summer camp with my church and during one of the sessions, I felt called to missionary work.... not just any missionary work. I was to be a "music missionary". Now, when you think of "missionary", what do you think of? Africa? the far reaches of the world, etc?? Yes, me too. However, when I say "missionary" here... it means a person who carries the gospel to ANY person. One who furthers the kingdom of God. And that is me.... I am a missionary to the city of Long Beach, to the people at the River Church, to anyone who I come in contact with. And I use music to accomplish this. So when I was asked to use music to further the kingdom of God in my very own church, you can understand why I said yes and why I believe this is exactly what I'm supposed to be doing with my life. I am very excited about what God has for me in this position and the ways he's going to use me to further His kingdom! I started last weekend and it went so very well!!! Thank you, Jesus!
Ever since I had Quinn (my second baby), I lost about 20 lbs and was very happy with where I was weight-wise (even though I was still 20 lbs overweight). But, a couple weeks ago, I started realizing that I need to get this excess weight off. SO, I found out about this website from a friend at church (thanks, Lisa!).... SparkPeople.com. Can we say "AWESOME!"? I used CalorieCount.com before but this site is so much more! You can track your calories, exercise, glasses of water/day, fruit & veggies/day, it gives you sample menus you can use or not, and it gives you sample exercises/strength exercises you can use or not. It also tracks, carbs, fat, protein, etc. SO COOL! So, this past week, I've been using it faithfully and I've already lost a couple pounds! HOORAY! I feel healthier and have more energy! My goal is to lose 20-25 lbs by July. If I continue the way I am now, it should be no problem.
On the family front, things are going well. Quinn is almost 1 year old!!!! He's not walking yet but is very active and getting a little personality all his own! I think we're going to have to watch out for this child!! He's much more curious than Cade and will try most anything. Cade is doing very well... he's holding "conversations" with us and LOVES books. He is also in love with all his grandparents (as they are with him). He always wants them to come over and play with him. Or, he wants to call them on the phone or go over to their house. I love that he loves his family.
Jason and his business is going well. The writer's strike was a bit scary but we got through it. The business is growing and he's doing what he loves.
On the knitting front, things are progressing along. In February, I got to go to Stitches West '08 (a yarn convention of sorts) in Santa Clara, CA. IT WAS SO FUN! I bought some great yarn and I actually have projects for everything I bought. I already made a Clapotis (stole) out of the Brooks Farm yarn I bought. It's beautiful. I have less time to knit and crochet during the day because the kids require lots of attention. But I still get a lot done with the time I have.
Another thing I'm doing is listening to lots of podcasts (mostly knitting related). But, one thing I've always struggled with and something I've always wanted to accomplish is reading through the Bible in a year. I usually start out great but peter out towards the middle. But now, I've discovered the Daily Audio Bible podcast! It goes through the Bible in a year and is read by this great guy in Nashville with this deep voice. It also has some nice music in the background while he reads! Each week is a new translation. It's really great for me because I think I'm more of an audio learner. I'm learning things in a new way about God's Word and it's wonderful!
That's about it for now, I guess. So friends, I did it! I updated my blog! HOORAY!
Saturday, October 20, 2007
Pumpkin Patch
We went to Pa's Pumpkin Patch last Tuesday. Thought I'd share some pictures...
Cade really wanted to ride the cars and he made it around 3 times before he started crying!
So then he didn't want to go on anything else that moved. So he just looked at the train going round and round.
He did, however, decide he wanted to go into the petting zoo...
We had a lot of fun and went home with a mini pumpkin for Cade... all for 5 bucks (including rides). I'd say that's a steal!
Cade really wanted to ride the cars and he made it around 3 times before he started crying!
So then he didn't want to go on anything else that moved. So he just looked at the train going round and round.
He did, however, decide he wanted to go into the petting zoo...
We had a lot of fun and went home with a mini pumpkin for Cade... all for 5 bucks (including rides). I'd say that's a steal!
Saturday, October 13, 2007
Fun Videos
Here we have some movies of the kids. The first two are of Quinn scooting around. These were taken sometime in September 2007.
And finally, we have Cade doing one of his favorite activities. Drumming. We took this while we were in Montana this summer.
Hope you enjoyed the show!
And finally, we have Cade doing one of his favorite activities. Drumming. We took this while we were in Montana this summer.
Hope you enjoyed the show!
Family update with pictures!
I know... it's been too long. I've been knitting so much and haven't updated this to show what I've been making. But this post isn't going to be about knitting. I'm going to put updated pics of the kids!
But first, a family pic taken last weekend at my parent's house (Octoberfest! Our annual family get-together).
And here's the rest of the kids and such...
Quinn & Daddy hanging around:
The boys:
Cade's first experience with the mini-pool:
Brothers:
Cute Quinn pics:
Cute Cade pics:
Reading to my cute naked boys:
Watching the Dodgers:
Cade "cooking" with Grammy... learning how to crack eggs:
And finally, my niece, Bella Rae Pendegraft:
Bella with her Daddy (my brother Greg) just back from the hospital:
Me holding Bella for the first time:
Well, that's it for now. Too bad this post took me almost all day! I was trying different picture hosting sites and it took forever! UGH!
But first, a family pic taken last weekend at my parent's house (Octoberfest! Our annual family get-together).
And here's the rest of the kids and such...
Quinn & Daddy hanging around:
The boys:
Cade's first experience with the mini-pool:
Brothers:
Cute Quinn pics:
Cute Cade pics:
Reading to my cute naked boys:
Watching the Dodgers:
Cade "cooking" with Grammy... learning how to crack eggs:
And finally, my niece, Bella Rae Pendegraft:
Bella with her Daddy (my brother Greg) just back from the hospital:
Me holding Bella for the first time:
Well, that's it for now. Too bad this post took me almost all day! I was trying different picture hosting sites and it took forever! UGH!
Sunday, May 20, 2007
My boys... er... MEN!
Dude, how cute are these boys?!?! I'm so lucky to be their mom. Yeah, being their mom may have its ups and downs but I'm still blessed!! Thank you, God, for blessing me with them and for picking me to raise them to be men that follow You!! And here's another cutie I love.....
Yes, I made Cade's sweater. I'll post again with that info and more pics!
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