Yes, I'm still here...

I am really lagging in the blogging department! I really do have so much to say, so much to share but not very much time! To pick up where I left off… the yard sale was a success! We raised around $1000 and were given the opportunity to share Christ with a lady who continues to be on my mind. She was not willing to listen and made it clear that she was not a believer. I pray the Lord will continue to send others her way in hopes one day her eyes will be opened to the truth before it is too late.

November and December has been difficult months for us in the finance department. It started with the purchase of a $2000 transmission then moved on to Chad needing two new tires for $300. Next, comes my car… yep, 2 new tires for $300. Bethany was hit by a soccer ball in the face which broke her glasses and that would be another $200. Our insurance didn’t cover our physicals: $400. We had to have psychological evaluations for our adoption. Good news was we are SANE… bad news is it cost $500 for someone to tell us. Our home study is almost complete (Praise the Lord) and that will be another check for $1800! All on top of kids needing new shoes and winter jackets and yes, yes Christmas!!!

Don’t mistake all this for complaining... no, no. I am so thankful and I am so blessed! God is so good and has provided every step of the way. It has been our prayers from the start that we be completely dependant on Him. It just seems to make life much sweeter! Yes, our house will have less “stuff” this Christmas but let me make this abundantly clear: Our hearts are overflowing with love and joy!