Around Here

Here is what's going on around here...

Taking up most of our time these days is house-hunting.  We've been talking about moving for awhile but recently we moved up our plans.  Previously we had been talking about next spring/summer, but last month we decided to start searching now. 

It's exciting to think about moving soon, but also SO stressful.  Can I ask for your prayers that we find the right fit for us?  It's been difficult to figure out our priorities regarding location, size, cost, schools, commutes, parish, community, etc.  We almost put in a contract last week but we were too late.  It feels like a full-time job - every evening we are looking online and we've gone to see a bunch of houses with our realtor.  (Which is not easy to do with the kids!)  St. Joseph, pray for us!

Last week was my birthday.  I'm now the ripe old age of 34!  It happened to be Tommy's preschool pumpkin patch field trip and I was so happy to spend my birthday that way.  Our friends came with us and then took me out to lunch afterwards.  It was nice.  Time sure flies - I can't believe another birthday has come and gone.

Instead of a sandbox the farm had this huge pit of corn.  Tommy LOVED jumping into it!

My kiddos with Dot Dot.  Peek a boo!

Molly is now officially walking!  She had been so close for a long time.  Then last week she started letting go and taking steps on her own when I wasn't watching.  It's so fun to watch her "drunken sailor" walk around the house.  We are still going to physical therapy, but I'm guessing that we will talk about ending that soon.

My best friend's mother-in-law passed away last week and it's been so sad to watch their family go through this difficult time.  She had some health issues in the past but it really spiraled down quickly.  Everyone is shocked that she is gone.  Please pray for her and the family. 

My sweet niece is doing great!  Thank you for your prayers.  She was in the NICU for about a week and has been home now for a couple of weeks.  She is so cute and I can't wait to meet her when we are home for Christmas. 

Lately it's been fun to watch Tommy and Molly play together.  It doesn't always go well, but more and more they are finding ways to play together.  Molly wants to do everything that Tommy is doing and usually he's happy to help her along.  I am so blessed to be the mama of these kiddos.