4/5/09

My goodness, where does the time go?? I can't believe we've already almost made it past the first week of April- maybe that's hard to believe because of the winter storm that's going on right now; 6-8 inches in Sioux Center (reports Dad Boone) and 1-3 inches here in Des Moines. Yes, it is a pretty snow- but it would be much more welcome if it were December!

Parker is just now getting over his second ear infection- thank goodness! I can't believe how much of a difference medicine makes- thank you God for doctors and antibiotics! We're praying that Parker does not become that kid who always has ear infections and ends up having to get tubes in his ears.

As of last Monday, Parker weighs 16 lbs. He continues to prove to us that his growing is not going to slow down any time soon. He's almost sitting up on his own now- the Dr. was surprised at how strong he was when her and I both had to practically lay on top of him just so that she could get a good look in his ears- he's gonna be a fighter, yikes!

Ryan and I hosted my niece and nephew, Taylor and Trevor, last Saturday night for a sleepover. We decided that we are definitely not ready for more than one kid :) We had fun baking cookies, watching a movie and (Erika) teaching them how to make friendship bracelets.

Ryan's busy season has slowed down and we are starting to remember how nice it is for him to be home more often. Having him home even for half the day on Saturday makes such a big difference- Parker and I really enjoy his presence :) Ryan is also gearing up for golf season as he's already purchased a new wedge; he has already removed all the stickers and shined it up for the course!

We are looking forward to celebrating Easter next weekend- Ryan will be running sound for the Easter services and I am singing in the Easter choir. I had my first practice last Sunday and boy do I know absolutely nothing about music, other than singing in the shower! All I know is, I'm excited to sing, for Jesus has risen!!! I've been listening to the songs in my car all week, trying to memorize the words- I find that I'm much more focused on Jesus this Easter than ever before.

Well... back to the blowing snow; thank goodness for the glowing fire in my dad's fireplace!