lately...

i'm sorry to disappoint by not having any pics to post, but life has been a little busy. i'll have to write in short thoughts because that is all my brain can handle at the moment -

lance has had lots on his plate, but is handling it wonderfully
don't know how that man can do so much and stay so calm
don't know how he can balance a family and his responsibilities

the kids have had a hard transition this summer
more aware, i think

allie seems to be struggling with her identity
i'm angry that she could be so young and already feel insecure...
satan is crafty and gets us young

caleb is simply emotional
he doesn't know how to vocalize what he's feeling...
but he needs us...
and he needs normal

riley is clingy - won't really let mommy out of sight
but so cute and saying so many words
tonight he said "baby"
last week he said "yes mam mommy"

and me, i just want to be all things to all people
i know i can't
i'm having to rely on the Spirit to direct me
He is faithful and we are thankful

the job is a blessing, warts and all!
it IS a blessing!

our hearts are full of love ...
for these staff and our ministry

by this time next week...
our pace will be slower
we'll have a washing machine (broke last week)
the routine will be set
the nanny will be familiar
our kids will feel secure
and i'll be posting pics of fun summer events!