Saturday, March 20, 2010

the last 3 weeks

Wow, what a roller coaster ride this has been! In the last 7 weeks, I have learned alot about myself and how to rely on the Lord. He has been so faithful and has carried not only me, but Jason and Paige through all of this. We aren't done, yet, but we are on the homestretch. I have met some amazing women that God has placed in my life, that are dealing with the same situation. One has become my dear friend and we haven't even met face to face! God is SO good.
I am still here in Nebraska with my sister. I love the time that we get together as sisters, moms and friends. Growing up there was such a huge age difference and because of that, I didn't really know her. As I have gotten older and had a child, we have more in common and the age gap doesn't seem so big. She is an amazing mother and wife and I am so thankful for the time with her to learn from her.
We have 23 days until I go see my amazing husband graduate from BCT. I miss him terribly. We have written lots of letters back and forth and have deepened our relationship through corresponding. I have an amazing man that God has given to me to share my life with til death do us part. I am so lucky and thankful! We are both looking forward to the time we get together at graduation. Once he goes to Oklahoma we plan to go visit him, and he will have his phone and a computer so we will be able to webcam. The last 10 weeks will be alot more tolerable!
We thank everyone for your continued prayers and support! You have been so wonderful and these 10 weeks would have been alot harder without you and your support! Thank you!

Saturday, March 6, 2010

37 days...

We have just that until we leave to go to graduation! Paige and I are so excited! I am so thankful it is finally March. I am leaving on Friday to go to Nebraska for 3 weeks to visit my sister and brother and their families. I cannot wait to go. It will be so fun to be with them while the time passes.
Jason is doing really well in BCT so far. He says he enjoys the change, even though it's hard work. I have been very fortunate to get letters from him and a few sparatic phone calls. They all mean so much to both Paige and me. We are looking forward to the time he is in Oklahoma as we were informed we are allowed to visit him there! He will also be allowed to have his cell phone regularly and a computer so we can webcam. That will definately make the separation easier.
I know that Army life is going to be very challenging, but I know that we are going to love it. God has already shown us how faithful He is when we trust Him. We are really looking forward to what lies ahead for us, but right now it's one day at a time!

JaNuArY

Well, it's 2009! Where has the time gone? We are looking forward to a great year!
Paige, 17 months now, is the joy of our lives! She is so much fun and everyday makes us smile and laugh. She is growing up so much and talking more and more! It's getting colder now, so we have to play inside alot. Her sandbox sits empty for the winter. Soon enough, it will be spring and we will be out and about! We are planning on planting a garden - she will love being in the dirt. It will be a great outdoor activity!
Jason is still traveling back and forth to Phoenix, which is a long drive for him, but he and I are so thankful that he has a good job! He is currently involved in our church's Men's Fraternity and is the director of our AWANA's TREK (junior high) group (as am I). We are also involved in a young families group as well.
I am still staying at home and enjoying the precious time I have with Paige. I also babysit my friend's little boy as well. They are great friends already! :)
We are planning for more children, and are sure it will happen in God's time! We are so thankful for all of His provisions in our lives! HAPPY 2009!