Oh where does the time go...

I can hardly believe that another year has gone, and yes I feel old for saying that but it is true. The last two weeks of December always seem to fly. We left last Wednesday to go home. Thankfully our parents live close enough that we can see both families at Christmas.

The Hand of God was on us as the weather was bad, our flight got delayed out of Dallas by two hours and we thought that we would never land in Amarillo (finally after three tries the pilot managed to land the plane). I don't know that I have ever prayed that hard before. You couldnt' see the runway at all.

We had such a good time with everyone. Hannah our niece has grown and grown. She is just so smart and fun. She is so happy and definitely a girl, she just bosses and bosses! She got a kitchen from Santa Claus so we got to cook and have a tea party and all kinds of fun stuff. It was good to see Keri and Jim since we hadn't seen them since the wedding, which seems like forever ago. Hopefully they'll come visit this summer and Hannah can meet her new cousin!

Robin, Keri, and I got to go pick out the fabric for the baby quilt that Robin is graciously quilting for me since I have not a clue. I'm so excited because I found these classic winnie the pooh quilt blocks and that's what I want for the bedding. It's going to be so cute! Keri had bought some pajamas and long sleeve onsies for us, thank the Lord for people who have had children as we are clueless! The most special thing though was Ryan's grandmother had crocheted (spelling) this baby blanket especially for Ryan's baby. It is so pretty and is so special, I can't wait until our child is old enough to understand.

We celebrated Christmas with my family on Saturday. I forget how much fun it is for everyone to be there at the same time. Poor Joseph although he seemed to join right in talking and laughing and playing. It's so neat to see everyone grown up. I used to dread the day when everything changed and siblings got married, etc., however, what a blessing to have the brother in laws we do, and it's so much fun to see how everyone fits together.

Bekah and Robby were very kind and gave us a baby stroller and car seat. Once again it's such a huge blessing to have people that have done this before. I'm sure I drove Bekah crazy asking all kinds of questions.

I keep thinking that last year at this time I was in wedding mode, planning the day that Ryan and I would be come husband and wife. Now I'm in baby mode planning the day that Ryan and I will become parents. Next year at this time the baby will be six months old. So hard to believe! However, I know time will fly as it always does and the best thing that one can do is take lots of pictures and videos to capture the special moments, and try to remember everything else in between.

Next week we go to the doctor to see what we are having! I'm so excited, it still seems surreal sometimes and it's definitely time for another sonogram picture. Than off we go on another year with many adventures to come!!

Christmas Time!

Well it is that time of year. I'm not sure where the weeks went between Thanksgiving and Christmas but Christmas is less than a week away. Ryan and I did our Christmas last night since we will be with family on Christmas Day. It was kind of fun to think that next year we'd have an addition to our family but selfishly I must say I am glad I got one Christmas with just Ryan.

We've been doing this Beth Moore Bible study together called the Patriarchs. I was telling mom the other day how fun it is to be able to read the Bible together and pray together as a couple. I know that sounds weird but it is such a crucial element to a relationship and I know Ryan would agree when I say it has turned into such a special time for us.

As we get closer and closer to bringing this new life in the world, I think we both are beginning to understand just how important it is to raise children in the Bible and how important it is as a family unit, not just church on Sundays. So please continue to pray for us that we would continue to grow in Christ and continue to prepare for this little one by learning our roles as God created them. The man to be the spiritual leader of the home, and the woman to be his helpmate.

I hope everyone has a great Christmas and enjoys their time with family and friends. Make sure to give thanks to God for sending his Son so we could all know Him!!