Homeless Walk-a-thon

The Saturday before Thanksgiving Restoration Church participated in a walk-a-thon to raise money for organizations that help the homeless in Washington, DC.  We actually have "partnered" with the organization Central Union Mission - they help feed, clothe, provide shelter and help find jobs and homes for the homeless in our area and while they are meeting their physical needs they also look to meet the needs of the heart through the power of the gospel.  We are thankful for this organization and look forward to doing more with them in the future.

The Black Eye Booboo

I knew it had to happen sooner or later...the big fall that takes your breath away.  This past weekend Judah took quite a tumble.  Running around the couch (I know...no running in the house) Judah came around the corner and stepped on some cardboard blocks that decided to slip right out from under him.  This caused him to tumble and smack his sweet little face on the side of the TV armoire not just once but twice on the way down.  He was such a champ!  After we got past the cry without breathing stage he cried and snuggled for just a minute until he jumped up and started laughing and playing again.  Good thing we already had our Christmas cards done!

I think he was kinda proud of his little battle scar...or at least he was having fun being a little ham!

Rainy Day Fort

Last week was a very rainy week -  Judah and I were both bored with his toys and had both become a little grumpy.  So...we built a fort!  Some how the fort made the books more interesting, the toys more exciting and chocolate chip cookies super yummy.  The two of us spent the whole afternoon in the fort and before we knew it the afternoon was gone and it was time to clean up and start dinner.  I am absolutely sure that there will be many more "fort" afternoons in our future.

Judah

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Mom = Chair

Forget the reading chair and who needs a magic reading carpet when you have mom!  Now if I could just get him to rub my shoulders while he is sitting there. These are the moments to remember right?!

A Trip to Wake Forest

A week ago today Page and I loaded up the kiddos and headed to Wake Forest for an extremely fast trip to visit friends while Nathan and Joey headed to the NorthWake Mens Retreat.  What a sweet gift from the Lord - a little rest and rejuvination!
There are not words to express the fullness of my heart - I wish that we could have stayed longer but am so thankful for every minute spent with everyone.  I found great favor from the Lord when I found you all as friends...my cup overflows!
Like I said there are not words BUT there are a few pictures!!

THANK YOU for a wonderful time in Wake Forest!! We love you all! Treasuring the memories!!

The Trail Behind Our Apartment