Josh has returned from his english teaching mission in China. It was an incredible journey for him and the kids were so sweet. Josh, we are glad you are home and in time for Gracie's arrival too!

Finding Joy in Life

I found this great video about Finding Joy, and thought I'd share. (Since we're all expecing a little bundle of joy this week!!!).
Just click the photo below to watch the video - turn on your speakers!

Hope you like it.

Becky, Get Ready!

Wow, time really does fly doesn't it? Grandmother, remember this picture -- and how we all flew up to see Becky!!!

Dad has some nice sideburns didn't he?

Nathan Enjoying The Swing!

Thanks Laura of this great video. Just as we suspected, Nathan is already a star!!!

As Laura, Jay and Nate keep traveling back and forth from Kentucky/Canada and soon Japan!!!, we just keep waiting for more photos of that baby! Thanks for the video Laura! Becky, better get ready! Time is flying by! ;)

Blog

Well, Time sure flies. Since the last post on this blog alot has happened. The passing of one of our favorite Uncles, and brother in laws was really rough to deal with. Joe was such a great person and I know that I for one will always think of Unlce Joe and his personality and "Style".

I hope that Jeanie is doing ok - I can't relate to exactly what she's going through, but, I can imagine it's pretty lonely and will be for a while. Mom can shed some light on that I'm sure, can't you mom. But, thank God that we are a faithful family and that we all know that live is presious and that we should live each day as if it were our last. Why groan and moan about ourselves, when we know that God is in control and He has given us this life to enjoy. So be happy. Push through your struggles and you'll enjoy life much more!! I've been thinking that I've really been too busy at work lately. Not sure how to change that but, the days are going so fast, I barely have time to enjoy them. I'm going to work on that. And tell the folks you love that you love them -- yes, family members, but, also your friends, neighbors, etc. Everyone needs to know that they're loved.

Well, that's the post for today, I'm going to try to keep this blog rolling -- Watch soon for a Gracie Countdown!!!

Faith

As all of our thoughts and prayers go to Joe and Jeanie during this tough time, I got to thinking about faith. Can you imagine the faith that it takes to get through situations like this? Some of you know what that's like. When it comes to trusting in Jesus and just pure faith and believing that God will take care of you, that can really be tough sometimes. I tend to be moved more by music in times like this and there are a few songs that I've been listening to that really get the point across of faith and trust and what's really important in this ole life. I've uploaded them here for you to listen to.

I especially like the Hold Me Jesus song and the lyrics:

"Hold Me Jesus, cause I'm shaking like a leaf,
you have been my King of Glory, come and be my Prince of Peace!"

I can just imagine that feeling of being terrified and needing that peace that only God can provide. When our loved ones are going through situations like the one that Jeanie and Joe are now, it helps us learn to lean on God.

Anyways, here is one of those songs for you to listen to:

Workday in Columbus

Well, we finally all made it over to Columbus to plant some flowers and clean up the beds some around Mom's house. HEre are a few photos:

Congratulations Kyle and Lynne!!!

Kyle's big day was this past weekend. March 1st. The wedding went

off without a hitch. Everything was just perfect, from the beautiful setting to the Beautiful Bride and he gorgeous dress, to the Groomsmen who helped Kyle get through all of the stress of preparation for this day, to the caterers... everything was perfect for Kyle and Lynne. Here are some photos that you might enjoy!!

Beautiful setting for a wedding.

Grooms mom and grandmother
Lynne and her father

Taking Photos

Groomsmen

BIG WEEKEND COMING UP!!!

Look at that picture at the top --Everyone's growing up!!! Laura's a MOM, Kyle's about to be a husband, Becky's pregnant!!!! Our family is expanding for sure!

This weekend: KYLE is getting married!
It's hard to believe it's already March (Well, almost March). It's official! Kyle's all grown up now!!

Check out that suit!!! Pretty awesome!

Becky, see, you've had some experience holding babies!!
Kyle, are you wearing this t-shirt in your wedding?

SNOW!

Jeannie's photos of snow from her house. What a beautiful place to live. Can you imagine looking out your window and seeing this??