For real. How hard can this blogging thing BE? I did it for almost TEN years for Pete’s sake ! It was second nature. I could blog in my sleep. I composed posts in my head, on my phone, in various notebooks. They FLEW out of my fingers and onto the screen. I blogged like it was nobody’s business.
What’s changed? What took the place of blogging?
A 14 lb. something has taken the place of blogging. A very hairy something. The cutest something I’ve ever seen. EVER.
But I don’t mind. I am so very in love with this little girl. She’s smiley and drool-y and an absolute love. She’s bewitched us and we adore her and I don’t know what I did before there was Cora Jane.
And life is a bit…nuts…right now. We could be moving to Belgium or to DC. It could be spring – like in a matter of weeks-Â or summer. We don’t know and it’s exhausting. But I know it will turn out for the best. Better than I ever could have imagined. It always does. I don’t pray for Belgium OR DC. I pray for what is best for our family. I have faith that all will be okay. Again, it always is. He always has a purpose and a plan for us. A hope and a future.
So here I sit. Baby hair tickling my nose and spit up on my shoulder. Hair in a bun, yoga pants yet again. Enjoying this unexpected season in my life. Trying not to worry or fret.
I’m right where I need to be.
You are amazing and inspiring. In juggling my 4 kiddos, one of them being a 5 month old 20lb little man, life often feels very out of control. Your words bring unexpected peace to my heart! Love following your beautiful family and incredible life journey.
OMG!! She is beautiful!! You know how fast this time will pass. Look at those beautiful twins of yours and wasn’t it just yesterday they were this age? I enjoy you blog and am so thankful you share your girls with us but really I don’t blame you a bit for enjoying that baby time!!!
Belgium is super cool, we were at SHAPE. Our all time favorite duty station
Cuteness overload! I can only imagine the waiting can get unnerving at times. The planner in me struggles in times like that for sure. Praying for you all that it does indeed work out exactly as it is supposed to 🙂
She is a doll, enjoy it! And how wonderful to have such a peace and assurance about the next thing.
I am so impressed at your zen attitude, but everything you said is so true. And that sweet baby is just so adorable! Of course, all of your kids are precious, so there’s no surprise there. I look forward to reading about the next chapter for your family!
Love you to bits!!! That baby is a dolly, I tell ya!!
Will keep you guys in my thoughts and prayers for a decision/ plan that works for ya’ll.
Peace,
Kim
Our friends spent four years at SHAPE (Belgium) before retiring a couple of years ago. Would be cool to read about your experiences if you’re sent there. 🙂
LOVE that sweet little face….glad things are happy and healthy at your house…will be praying for the Lord’s awesome direction to be made clear and that you will be able to move ahead in confidence! Hugs to all your family!!
Beautiful girl, as are all of them. Enjoy! Praying God will bring you to a good place. Thanks for sharing.
You know I have EVERYTHING crossed for DC!!! I would be the best babysitter ever to that 14lb of love! Enjoy every second of it.
i so feel you on blogging. i don’t know what it is! It feels overwhelming at times. Will pray for your family and God’s plan for where you will be next. He has a perfect plan! xo
I got a big smile on my face when I saw you posted. Love to hear what’s cooking when you post. A few more years in Europe would be cool but I’m sure your family will thrive wherever you land.
If you land in DC, I’ll be here to help soften your landing! I promise right now, this very moment, that I’ll bring over the first meal the day you receive your HHGs! I can’t offer babysitting services, BUT I WILL deliver Georgetown Cupcakes, I’m happy to offer on-the-ground help with rental houses, neighborhoods, school recommendations, etc. This is ma hood. (Seriously, I was born in the District of Columbia and we live in Arlington right now, just out of the back gate of Ft. Myer). I’m also good company and a superb errand runner. Just say the word! But hey, Belgium is cool too! SHAPE is awesome!
She is so adorable! Enjoy this time with all your girls and will send prayers your way for a safe and stress free move (and for finding out info soon!) Love reading your posts.
You are so incredibly blessed.
I still admire your skill to write even with your little one and you have 5 kids! Your words are so sincere and come straight to the readers’ hearts. It’s interesting to see that our options were actually the same. We got one of them. I secretly hope that you will come to our next destination…
Great attitude. Why worry about what you cannot control. My motto has always been “The Lord Will Provide”
I see glimpses of your other beautiful girls. You truly are in a wonderful place of life. You are adored. Hugs
She is sooo beautiful, and looks very happy! Wow, she’s getting big already. All the Best to you and yours.
Thank you for sharing all that you do!! I was dying for a post! What sweetness! 🙂 Enjoy this time. Love your calmness! I need to learn that somehow! 🙂 Thank you!
Your faith is so inspiring! What a shining example in the blogosphere!
So glad you share this ride and your family with us all!
OMG Can’t believe she’s already that big. She is so gorgeous, so beautiful, so adorable…. so funny.
She has more hair than both my girls (lol). And I’m sure she and her sisters brings you all the love you deserve.
Miss your posts and will for some month as you’re moving… but will wait patiently till the next one.
all the best for this new adventure!!!!
big kisses from France