You know, around these parts we seem to have a lot going on. Let me give you the run down, just in case you've missed something these last few weeks.
* We are eagerly anticipating the call from the clerk of court's office to say that Aaron, our first foster-child placement, is officially adopted. We had hoped it would be last week. We were told on Thursday that it would be Friday. But as of yet, we've not heard.
* Baby Girl's TPR (Termination of Parental Rights) hearing was last week and we were thrilled with the judge's decision. TPR was ruled for the birth mother. Now, we are back to waiting on paperwork to process and time to lapse and eagerly anticipating our second foster-child placement to become a legal adoption.
* Through God's revelation of us being able to live on less, our house is on the market. It's only shown once but the continual cleaning and picking up is a little taxing.
* We've officially begun homeschooling. Yesterday Elizabeth, Lucas, Ashlee and I started small doing some handwriting, reading and singing. It is going to be so much fun and I can't wait to see all that the three of them learn this year. I remember getting this same feeling when I used to teach public school and it is what made me love my job way back then. Now, I love my job even more.
* Finally, and perhaps the biggest news right now is that we are expecting Beaver baby #6! Yes, I'm serious. I am 12.5 weeks pregnant and we couldn't be more excited! Elizabeth is VERY excited about being a big sister again and Lucas and Ashlee go back and forth from wanting to hold the baby when it comes out of Mommy's tummy and claiming to be pregnant themselves.
Life for us seems to be ever changing. Sometimes I wonder if it will ever slow down! But, I know that slowing down could mean missing out on some of God's greatest blessings. And, if that is the case then I'm going to be content with a house full of chaos, a life full of grace and a heart overflowing with love.
Yayaya for baby in your belly! Jett will either have him a new girlfriend or bff. He thinks he's getting a bff.
ReplyDeleteoh my. oh my. oh my. i think i might be hyperventilating. HAHA. CONGRATS preggers! SO FUN!
ReplyDeleteyou're almost of the first trimester! how long have you known woman :-).
WOW! That's EXCITING!!! CONGRATS! Been praying for your family and will keep doing so! Big changes but it all sounds GREAT!
ReplyDeleteWHOA! (:D SO EXCITING! How incredibly blessed to have another little one coming into your family.
ReplyDeleteYou all are so awesome and I pray God's blessings on you continually!
God has done such amazing things in your lives and HE still has WAY MORE in store! I am so excited to walk this journey with you and see where He leads!
AMAZING!
Congratulatins!!!! Blessings abound.....
ReplyDeleteWhat a blessed life...really.
ReplyDeletePrayers for a healthy and uncomplicated pregnancy!
Have fun looking at names for the newest blessing!!
CONGRATULATIONS!! Praying and hoping that Aarons call comes soon, Baby girl becomes yours soon too and baby in your belly is growing big and healthy! :) So happy for you!
ReplyDeleteSEMI AQUATIC RODENT!
ReplyDeleteYou need to add another child profile on the left side of blog! Right under Baby Girl! Just call him/her (i vote him) Baby Beaver! And say that his favorite food is kitkats.. and easy fries.
And that he likes to make you feel vomit-y.
And that one day, he aspires to come to UNC with me.
We're hoping to have our house on the market by the end of the week, and we have 12 children living at home. I am DREADING trying to keep it in showable condition. Yikes!
ReplyDeleteBlessings and congrats on the next baby. Yea! I had my first 6 in 6 years ... and now they're all adults. Wouldn't have changed having them so close in age, for anything.
Hugs!
Laurel :)
mama of 13
CONGRATULATIONS!! I can't wait to see how this new little one adds to your unfolding family!
ReplyDeleteYAY....congratulations :-)
ReplyDeleteWe are so excited for you guys and all the fun new changes ahead.
You realize next year at Beth's birthday party, we'll have entire football team of kids running around...now how exciting is THAT!! Game on!
So excited for you guys!! What a joy and blessing.
ReplyDeleteGod is just too cool. Congrats!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to your family...
ReplyDeleteHow EXCITING!!!! Wow...3 babies...AWESOME!!!
ReplyDeleteHope everything works out with the adoption! :0)
Congratulations! Praying for a healthy baby & easy pregnancy!
ReplyDeleteWhoa! That was big news! Congrats! R u still doing CC? where were you today? Missed you!
ReplyDeleteAre you trying to be like the Duggers or something? You must think you're going to get a reality show. HEHE
ReplyDeleteSeriously, I am sooooo glad the secret is finally out!!!! I can't wait to see your pregnant belly in October! I am so excited that you will be here to see Annabelle! I am so happy for you guys and I KNOW that this is all going to be a wonderful journey!
Congratulations! Away from lurking for a week and then miss all the wonderful happenings? I thought I life was interesting with four children 5-years and under, but you have got me beat :)!
ReplyDeleteBlessings on the new baby, homeschooling, yippee on Aaron's news and also for the judge's favorable decision on baby girl's case.
wow. i've totally missed a lot going on vacation. congrats on the pregnancy. i hope it goes well. i'm a teensy tiny bit jealous. :0)
ReplyDeleteI just happened upon your blog a while back and I've frequented it for the past month or so and I love it all! I just wanted to say that I am so happy for you and your amazing family!! You are a very blessed woman and an inspiration to mommies everywhere! Congratulations!!
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