Tuesday, June 22

doing it, more babies, missions & bark piles... and some other stuff too.

I realized that I haven't felt much like blogging lately unless my heart has been heavy... which explains the last few posts. I should lighten things up a bit with a little conversation that I had with Olivia the other day. It went something like this:


olivia: mommy, why do you & daddy always do "it"?

me: (as I try to gain composure & not let her see the panic in my eyes) what do you mean by "it"?

olivia: you know what I mean mommy...

me: no honey I really don't think I do, please explain.

olivia: ok... I'll spell it.

me: ok dear, please do spell "it"

olivia: K-I-S-S-I-N-G

me: (thank you sweet Lord!) Oh, that! Of course... mommy knows what "it" is! It's because me & daddy love each other. That's why we do "it"... you know kiss & all. 

olivia: ewwww

whew!


(Olivia graduating Kindergarten!) 

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To top things off... this morning Stephen & I were cuddling & doing "it" (kissing, of course) When Olivia busts in... 

Gee Whiz... it's too early for you to be up... go back to bed dear child... is what I was thinking, but didn't have time to say because she tattles...
"mommy & daddy, Reece peed a lot in her diaper & then she sat on my head 
& now I have pee on my head." 

classic. 

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Happy summer! I couldn't be more excited about this summer. No work, no school (just a little studying for the nursing entrance exam.) just me & the kiddos having a good time! 
This is the life. I love being a mom so much. I think if I didn't have 3 more years of school in front of me I'd be ready to have another one.

We'll wait... for now. 


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Maddy got her passport in the mail yesterday!!! She will be headed to Mexico on her very first mission trip in less then a month! 
She is really excited. We have one last fundraiser for her this weekend.
 Our 2nd yard sale. good times. 

I'm leaving for El Salvador about a week after she gets back. Just got an email saying we are going to visit some orphanages, women's prison & feeding centers. I'm excited! 

Two life changing trips, I'm sure of it. 



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Got some changes coming in our lives soon. If you know me or have read my blog for a bit you know how I struggle with decisions. 
I'm praying and seeking God... He'll lead me the right way. He always does.

I some times wish that He would just reveal the entire picture all at once... He's smart like that & doesn't. Step by step... it's what the faith walk is all about. I trust you Lord. Take my hand daddy & lead me... I know you won't fail me.... 

More to come on that in due time. 

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Got any fun summer plans? 


(Olivia & I make bark piles while we wait for Madison to ride roller coasters...
it doesn't take much folks.

4 comments:

  1. Girl, it is good to read a post/update from you!! I'm also glad that you're having a break from school for the summer -- I will be praying for your studies!!

    The conversation with Olivia cracked me up!!

    You're a fantastic mom, I can see you having more kids!!!

    El Salvador!!!!!!!! Awesome, Kasie!! I'm going to Honduras in 4 more sleeps, with Compassion International, and I'm beside myself with anticipation. I know it will be the first of many mission trips.

    Praying for you... I know, it's hard sometimes when we don't see the whole picture, but that's usually the times when we wouldn't be able to comprehend/imagine what God has in store, we might be overwhelmed even more if we saw it all... that's why He gives us daily bread there too, just enough of a glimpse for today. We'll have to depend on Him again tomorrow for more. :o}


    Love you... very, very much! (((((( hugs ))))))

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  2. I'm glad your back in business (so to speak)! <3 you girly!!!

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  3. I love your blogs and miss them when your not blogging. I will be praying for you. I understand the heart being heavy and not knowing all the pieces. I'm kinda in that place again with a few things. I would really like to meet up with you sometime and go to starbucks or something and just chat.

    loved love loved the conversation with olivia! she is so adorable!

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  4. Hilarious!!! A real LOL moment on my end! And it's cardboard boxes in my house! LOL!

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