18.4.11

Life Where I Am

Again, the blog has been set on the back burner. Considering I don't have much energy these days to even turn on my for real back burners (and feed my family!), I feel a little guilty for indulging in thoughtful computer time.... But it's quiet time with kids playing joyously on their still "new" bunk beds (therefore still exciting!), Baby happy, me too tired to sleep. So I sit, and I sort.

Lots going on, feeling overwhelmed. God is good.

I finished reading "One Thousand Gifts". Best book I've picked up in a long time. ..."A dare to live fully right where you are". Counting thanks, making home to joy...basically. Recording, declaring--seeing. Walking wide-eyed to beauty enveloping (much in line with my creative intentions for Garden Candy; and a deeper step, in response to my heart's cry...). So far, I am encouraged, and motivated towards change...and just excited that I finished a book!!

Here's what else has been going on with me....

I'm about 8 weeks into my 4th pregnancy, and the nausea has finally subsided. So grateful!

Hubby's finding his stride, and loving his job. Prayers answered!

Baby sleeping through days and nights. Rest for the weary!

Baby Girl's urology tests cleared, with no medical causes for her accidents... Frustration and confusion, mixed with relief. Patience still tested (more opportunity for growth..? teehee), and things could be much worse...and they aren't!

Huge work load, and lots of paintings ahead.... God providing inspiration and outlets!

Not a lot of energy for cooking, cleaning, or excellent wife-being.... So blessed with amazing support, encouraging and patient in my lack! God's answer for strength, living love unconditional. <3

Easter this weekend. Easter, and all it's glorious meaning!

Sister coming. Family! Empty voids filling, hardened hearts crumbling, joyful cousins screeching, rooms filling with beauty!

Hopefully, I'll be back here again soon. But in the meantime, I have some "pee-scented" (patience growing! ;]) rugs to clean, and a tired baby mouth to feed...as my tummy rumbles for yet another tasty hubby-made meal.

(And again, thank you for listening. =])