28 Posts for 28 Days

I think I've accomplished a new blogging record for me today. One post for each day of this month. Too bad I can't just post once a day, then you all would always be caught up to speed on my life. Not much out of the normal happened on this Sunday.

Titus woke up first, got fed and dressed


















The other kids weren't exactly wanting to get up...these were taken after the windows were opened and I bugged them trying to get them to awaken.
















Eventually everyone was ready...here are my two handsome boys!














After church we had a Curry Lunch fundraiser for the upcoming missions trip, then we were going to go to a play that one of the youth was staring in. However, that got canceled when a Tsunami warning came our way. Some of our friends had to evacuate their homes, so we ended up partying at the Pastor's house. It was a good, normal Sunday, but now we are all ready to conk back out and get some much needed sleep. Good day to you all!!

EARTHQUAKE!

This morning, around 5:30 am, a 6.9 earthquake rocked and rolled us awake! It was CRAZY!! Praise the Lord that everything is in tact and we are all doing well. It was an interesting thing to wake you up. With the latest earthquake in Haiti, there isn't much good that runs through your mind as the earth is shaking for what feels like forever!! This is the first natural "disaster" that I've experienced with children. It brought a whole new light to things. This is the first time that I wasn't thinking about myself and what I should do. Instead we jumped up and ran to the kids room...Kevin checked on the older 3 and I ran and picked up Titus. They were all sleeping soundly and didn't notice a thing. It's not often that I get that heart-stopping feeling...but it took awhile for me to calm down and think clearly. Kevin was quick to shout out to God for His protection upon on our family. It's so cool to realize that the love for and desire to protect my children pales in comparison to God's love and desire to take care of us. Praise the Lord that we serve a MIGHTY God, who is in control of the entire universe and loves us enough to extend His Mercy and Grace even when we don't deserve it!! Now, if I (through the Lord working in me) can only be a taste of that for my children so that they may come to know HIM!!

Now it's time to freshen up those "what to do in an earthquake" skills. Last night was the first time that being on the bottom floor of a two story building didn't sound all that appealing. And concrete houses...yes, they are great during typhoons, but how earthquake friendly can they really be?? Good thing that the Lord has numbered our days and I can rest in His hands and perfect providence for my life...just like my sleeping kids in the middle of earth shaking, heart stopping event. It's always good to be reminded Who Sits on the Throne and Who Holds the Earth in His Hands...I'm thankful that He allows me to be His child!

LJ Turns 3!!!

Starting the day off right with 2 of his favorite things: donuts and chips. We went to the commissary the day before and I let him pick out donuts and a bag of chips. He really thought that these were his actual birthday presents. He went to bed reminding me to wrap his "presents" up. He was one happy boy!

Presents

He really thought that the chips and donuts were his birthday gifts. He didn't even notice the wrapped gifts on the living room floor. When we pointed them out he was totally blown away. I hope he always stays this content.

Sitting Japanese Style

I guess you can say that the culture has rubbed off on us a little bit. Here we are squatting up on the road while LJ plays with his car. I can actually assume this position for quite a bit time before my legs start going numb. However, I do find it easier with a pregnant belly...something about the counter weight =)

THE CAR!

He now has his one of his very own! It's going to take some time getting use to the controls, but he's already getting better.

Playing at the Park

Kevin had the morning off so we went to the park to play. LJ took his new car and all the kids had fun.

Titus Anywhere We Go

All the kids when they were akachans (babies)drew a crowd. Here is a little of what it looks like to take Titus anywhere. Everyone comes up and tells me how cute he is, asks his age and wether he is a boy or a girl and then procedes to touch or ask to hold him. He eats up the attention and always gives them big smiles.



Saying goodbye!

Cupcakes

We finished his birthday at church with the youth group. We shared cupcakes with the youth kids and some of the youth even brought him a gift.

A showcase of mediocore decorating skills...at least they tasted good!



Yummy cake!

Received Josiah's approval

It's Not All Glamorous

I usually just blog about the fun stuff that we do around here, but then what about the not so fun stuff? Well, here is a little glimpse of what life is really like. I know some of you wished I lived closer and bummed that you miss out watching my children grow up, but let's keep it real...motherhood isn't always glamorous =)

This is the worst blow out EVER!! Titus only goes once every 3 to 5 days and it's always bad...but this...I was ready to turn in the towel on being a mom!

Ferris Wheel

In attempt to get both Audrey and LJ to keep a dry diaper at night we have them on a reward system. Once they go ten nights (earn 10 marbles) then they can pick out something fun to do. LJ has done it twice already. The first time he went bowling with Dad, this time he wanted to ride the Ferris Wheel. It's a 15 minute ride and they loved it!

Audrey and me waving goodbye as they get on and head up

Enjoying the Ride


The View

Enjoying the view

Hanging Out

What Kevin and Titus were doing while

Audrey, LJ, Josiah and I rode the train

Hair Cuts

This is one of my least favorite chores ever!! I have attempted to take all the kids for the boys to get their haircuts, but we practically all end the trip in tears (me included!). I now have designated it as a chore for just Kevin...I took pictures of the joyous moment. They both fell apart and cried until Kevin in his fatherly voice told them to straighten up. Man, why can't I have that authority!



The final product!

Time for a new Tub

I think we officially have outgrown our tub!!