Finally!

Thanks to garage sales, we finally found Matthew a bike. We are both very excited about it and plan on taking part in the Beautiful Backroads Century ride in north Cartersville come September. I think Matt is more willing to participate because you get two free beers once you complete the ride. Anyway, despite our enthusiasm, we have yet to find time to go riding together, but hope to do so soon.

Upcycled Skirt

I made this skirt from a pillowcase. It was so much fun, I tell ya'! Not only is it from upcycled material, but vintage according to etsy. This skirt is not meant for those that are rough with their clothing, which includes me. That said, I need to share it with someone. This skirt is best to wear poolside or to the beach because you can see through it. :) I am firmly against slips. That's just me.

What To Do First?

Last night, Matthew and I set up a 'Fun List' for the Summer and early Fall. We accomplished this while we were sitting on 285 in bumper to bumper traffic. We have quite the list, as you can see. Where should we start? Any suggestions? :)

Sweet Painting

I eyeballed this painting about a week after Ethan passed away at an art show my mom was displaying some of her work in. I briefly commented on it and pointed it out to Matthew and Mom, as it was within sight of her booth. Well, low and behold, the day of Ethan's memorial, it showed up on the little table set out to display items at the cemetery plot. It brings tears to my eyes because it does remind us of our little boy, but it holds the meaning that our children are not ours but belong to God. With baby number two, we will be placing this in the nursery.

Yet Another!

I'm on a roll, so why not post another completed hat!

Chunky Grey Hat

I finally placed one of the crocheted hats on etsy. It only took me 6 months to post.

Beach Vacation

Several weeks ago, Matthew and I took our first real vacation since we have been married or even a couple for that matter. We went to Daytona, compliments of Half Off Depot, and had a wonderful time. Matt had not seen the ocean in about 20 years, so we remedied that. Watching him enjoy himself and God's creation gave me so much joy and happiness in my heart, it almost burst. We enjoyed the beach, sun, sand, food and many sites. Also, all couples, whether dating or married, need to take part in two-man kayaking. It will help you asses how well you communicate within your relationship. I'm serious.

Our oldest nephew, Will, just celebrated his 5th birthday. He is getting so big. It makes me a little sad. All the baby chub is almost completely gone, he has a jaw line now instead of chunky cheeks and he inquires after the definition of big words. The above photo is the card that Matthew lovingly drew for Will. He did a great job and Will loved it.

El jardin

In an earlier post, I commented on trying a container garden this year. Well, she is progressing. I still prefer gardening in the ground, but this will suffice and hopefully I can go back to my old ways next year. Oh, the HOA has not cited us yet for having cucumbers in our front door planters.

Wow!

I had the opportunity to meet with an amazing woman today. After we lost Ethan, our pastor gave her my contact information and we set up a time to meet. Here comes the whammer! She has been pregnant 17 times with 10 miscarriages and 7 living children. Yes, I typed 17. Who can imagine the hurt and struggle this woman and her husband have endured? Yet she sat across from me sharing the love that she knows God has for her. She shared the cross she has endured and how her family has come out stronger, more in love and more faithful and trusting on the other side of all the hurt. She did tear up, but it has not consumed her life. She has moved on, yet has not forgotten. She has accepted her cross. Ten of her children are already with the Heavenly Father, the best Father there is and when she gets to Heaven, she is going to have more little people (or whatever form we will take) surrounding her. That is amazing!