Won't you say a prayer...

If you have a minute... Would you say a prayer?

A friend of mine from college gave birth to her baby boy late on Friday (April 23) and had to say good-bye to him in the early hours of Saturday morning.

She is grieving along with her husband and her extended family.

They knew that the time with their son would be brief based on the information they learned at their 20 week ultrasound. It does not take away the pain, or hole in their hearts however that comes from the loss of a child.

So...

If you have a minute... Would you say a prayer for my friend Tara and her family. Also include her baby boy Benaiah Darwin as he joins the Lord's house.

If you want to learn more or pray specifically about events for this family, visit their website at

http://benaiahdarwin.blogspot.com

Tara's description of this journey is amazing. She is truly a very strong woman, but at this time has requested all of the prayer and encouragement she can receive.

Thank you for thinking of her today!

Katie

What do you see?

White Belt, White Belt

What do you see?

I see a yellow stripe looking at me!

Yellow Stripe, Yellow Stripe

What do you see?

I see a Yellow Belt looking at me!

Both boys moved up a belt level in Tae Kwon Do last week!

Congratulations boys - We are so proud of you!

This smart cookie....

Here are a few more birthday pics to hold you over....

and a story from tonight.

When we got home tonight, I took off Isaac's shoes. Normally, I set the shoes near the door so they are ready when we leave again. This time, for some reason I set them on top of the dog kennel in the kitchen. We then proceeded to cook and eat dinner. Isaac played in the living room for a bit while I checked in with my online classwork. When I finished, I looked at Isaac and said, "Do you want to go for a walk and play outside? Go get your shoes from the dog kennel and bring them to momma!" I kid you not when I say that Isaac took off immediately and went to the kennel. He grabbed both shoes, one in each hand and walked directly back to me on the couch. I was in shock. He knew exactly what I had said and followed it to a T.

This little boy amazes me. I love him more than I can tell you and I am so unbelievably grateful that God has granted me the gift of motherhood.

He certainly is a smart cookie!

Sorry!

I will apologize in advance.... I am only two weeks away from finishing my Master's program. Things are a little hectic around here. More pics will be on the way I promise.... Please bear with me!!!

Katie

Happy Birthday Little One!

ISAAC IS 1 Happy Birthday Little One!

We Love You!!!

We had his party yesterday.... More Pics to Come (Thanks Rae!)

Let's just say he had his fill of cake and frosting!

Swingin' into Spring

We spent our Easter with our family of 5. After having Chad TDY to Oklahoma City this week, and the big boys with their mom, it was nice to get everyone back under one roof.

Chad was amazed at how much Isaac has changed over the past week. He is officially a walker. Very little crawling takes place anymore. Such a big boy!

Speaking of big boys... Please say a little prayer for my big boys. Their mom (who lives in KS) is preparing to go through a divorce. The boys just learned of this over the past week. I know it is weighing heavily on their hearts. Please keep them in your thoughts.

In other BIG BOY news.... Isaac is 51 weeks old (i.e. only a week away from his big birthday!) It makes me so happy and so sad at the same time. Where does the time go? Before we know it, he will be ready for school! My oh my how the time flies. I am one of the luckiest people in the world. I can't believe that I get to be his mom! Love him to bits!!!


For Easter, we went to church, did some much needed grocery shopping, saw a movie (the 3 big boys), took a nap (mom and Isaac), ate great food from the grill and went for a walk. We spent a little time at the park. Enjoy the pics!