Update and Prayer Request

Adoption Update: We are three weeks away from having our baby boy in our arms and we couldn't be more thrilled. We have hung out with the birthmom and her son just under a handful of times and love it. We feel very blessed to know them and treasure our new relationship. It's evident God is always with us when we are all together. Baby boy is looking great and feeling him change and move in the womb is an amazing thing. We are so thankful right now.

Prayer Request: Here's where we need you! Nate and I are strong advocates of prayer. It may not always be answered when we want or how we want, but it's always answered. We understand God is in control and His plan is perfect, but He commands us to ask for our wants through prayer. Therefore, the prayer request is that the birthfather doesn't fight custody. He has threatened to do so and his personality involves being in control. He has until 11:59 P.M. on Wednesday to get a lawyer. If he does so, our rights are gone and Bethany Christian Services will turn down this adoption. If he does not, then ALL his rights are TERMINATED FOREVER. I know it's going to be a long three days, but God is in control. We love Him so much and trust that He will provide. Please pray. Hopefully the next adoption post will be on Thursday with the title... "PRAISE, TERMINATED". Thank you for taking time to read this and praying for us. We appreciate and love you all.

"If you believe, you will recieve whatever you ask for in prayer." Matthew 21:22

Absolutely Loves...

...swimming in the water...

...and playing in the sand!

Sorry about the pictures. I know they aren't the best. It's just that she wouldn't look or smile at me, she was having way too much fun.

Eidem Homestead Farm Dance

First off all credit for tonight goes to Jenny for finding out about the Eidem Homestead Farm and the great activities they host. Tonight Elyse and I joined Jenny and Aiden for a night at the farm. The kids danced to bluegrass music, however most of their time was spent petting and feeding the animals. There were goats, sheep, a calf, roosters, and 2 week old chicks. I wasn't able to capture a lot of good pictures of Elyse because she was way too excited and interested in what was going on to take a photo. We look forward to going back again next week! Thanks again Jenny!

Congrats Brad and Chelsea

Last night Nate and I had a wonderful and fun date night. We started off by taking Elyse down to my mom's for a sleepover. We then drove back home and got ready for a night of friendship, dancing, great food and celebration.

One of my close high school friends, Chelsea Sauerbry got married last night to Brad Shelton. Their wedding was beautiful! Besides seeing her get married, having time with just Nate, I was able to spend the night with other great high school friends and their husbands. I just look forward to next year when we get to all party again at our ten year reunion, yikes!
The beautiful bride, Chelsea and I
All the ladies: Kate (Garry) Blomberg, Chelsea (Sauerbry) Shelton, Kamari (Simpson) Green and I
Kate and I, I just love this lady!
My handsome date and my dancing partner for the night. A picture of us without Elyse, haven't taken one of these in a LONG time.


Thank you Chelsea for letting us celebrate your day, great seeing you ladies and a special thanks to my mom and stepdad for watching Elyse.

Gum Addiction

I know I have a minor (okay, pretty severe) addition to chewing gum. I don't know exactly why, maybe it's the flavor, fear of bad breath, or because it prevents me from eating the entire day. Well Elyse quickly grew to know where our gum is located and that I always have it in my mouth. Even though she has never had it, as you can see from the video she's quite curious/determined to find out. I just hope she doesn't get an addition too ;) By the way, I have to apologize for the freaky hairstyles and outfits of Elyse and I in the video, it was getting late.

More Cabin Fun

After arriving home early Monday evening from a few days of cabin fun in Nebraska, we emptied our bags to repacked them with new clothes to leave early Tuesday morning for some more cabin fun. We headed north back to what Elyse calls, "Aiden's cabin" for a 24 hour trip to the Kuphal/Jorgenson's family cabins. Everything about the trip was perfect, especially the weather and company. We spent the day on jet skis and playing in the water, it was beautiful. I didn't think Elyse would enjoy the water and the feeling of the sand, but she loved it. She was jumping off the dock, kicking her feet and constantly sitting down in it. I guess she isn't a city girl like I thought she would be. Can't wait to do it again soon.
Elyse and Aiden playing together like normal. Attached at the hip.

Appropriate or questionable? You decide. I think adorable.

Again, special thanks to the Kuphal and Jorgenson families!

Fourth of July Weekend

We were super busy this past fourth of July. We hopped into the car on Friday with my mom and drove south to Nebraska to celebrate my mom's family's reunion. We went to a log cabin resort and it was super great to see everyone. The only bummer is we didn't take a lot of pictures and it rained on Sunday. We were able to play lots of games, go to a great look out tower, mini golf, feed horses and even Elyse got to play in the big indoor playground. (If I can get some pictures from my mom and sister-in-law I will upload those later.)

Although one of my favorite things to do was help my mom host a surprise baby shower for my brother and sister-in-law who are expecting in late September. It was so fun and we can't wait to meet our new nephew or niece soon.