It's been nearly 2 months since I've updated our blog. So, here's a (short) recap of the past 2 months.
The week before Thanksgiving, my brother and his family came to visit. They were at my parents' for about 10 days. Norah and I were able to visit during that time as well. We had such a nice time together. Norah was a bit overwhelmed the first couple of days, but then warmed up to all the cousins. She loves to play with big kids, so it was perfect for her! She got to play outside in the snow for the first time too! We treasure the time when we can all be together like that! This was the first Thanksgiving in 8 years that we were together.
All the cousins
Norah's first time in the snow
Norah is changing more and more every day. We hear often that she is starting to look more like Lance! :) She is saying a lot of words (uh-oh, all done, oopsies, help, up, papa, baby, lights, cracker), and she is copying what we say all the time! She recently learned to get up onto the couch and the dining room chairs all by herself. No falls yet!! Today she was watching Diego, and I heard her say 'ah gah' (all done). Then I heard it start up again. She had climbed up onto the couch, taken the remote, and happened to hit the right button to start it again! Norah loves to dance...she spins around in circles, swings her arms, and stomps one foot! It's quite entertaining! She loves to give kisses, and blow kisses! She makes us laugh and brings us so much joy.
Random, silly shots
Lance and I both love this time of year. The lights, the tree, the sweets, the time with family, the music, and most of all, remembering what Christmas is all about...the birth of our Savior. It's so easy to get wrapped up in all the activities that come with Christmas. But when we really think about why we get to take part in all the activities, our focus needs to be on Jesus. After having a baby, I can't imagine all that Mary went through, and what she must have been thinking and feeling. From the aches and pains of pregnancy and delivery, to knowing that her son was going to be the Savior of the world. What an amazing journey it must have been for her and Joseph.
We hope that you have a very Merry Christmas, and that you remember why we celebrate.
Luke 2:10-11: But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.
Luke 2:17-19: When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.
The week before Thanksgiving, my brother and his family came to visit. They were at my parents' for about 10 days. Norah and I were able to visit during that time as well. We had such a nice time together. Norah was a bit overwhelmed the first couple of days, but then warmed up to all the cousins. She loves to play with big kids, so it was perfect for her! She got to play outside in the snow for the first time too! We treasure the time when we can all be together like that! This was the first Thanksgiving in 8 years that we were together.
All the cousins
Norah's first time in the snow
Norah is changing more and more every day. We hear often that she is starting to look more like Lance! :) She is saying a lot of words (uh-oh, all done, oopsies, help, up, papa, baby, lights, cracker), and she is copying what we say all the time! She recently learned to get up onto the couch and the dining room chairs all by herself. No falls yet!! Today she was watching Diego, and I heard her say 'ah gah' (all done). Then I heard it start up again. She had climbed up onto the couch, taken the remote, and happened to hit the right button to start it again! Norah loves to dance...she spins around in circles, swings her arms, and stomps one foot! It's quite entertaining! She loves to give kisses, and blow kisses! She makes us laugh and brings us so much joy.
Random, silly shots
Lance and I both love this time of year. The lights, the tree, the sweets, the time with family, the music, and most of all, remembering what Christmas is all about...the birth of our Savior. It's so easy to get wrapped up in all the activities that come with Christmas. But when we really think about why we get to take part in all the activities, our focus needs to be on Jesus. After having a baby, I can't imagine all that Mary went through, and what she must have been thinking and feeling. From the aches and pains of pregnancy and delivery, to knowing that her son was going to be the Savior of the world. What an amazing journey it must have been for her and Joseph.
We hope that you have a very Merry Christmas, and that you remember why we celebrate.
Luke 2:10-11: But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.
Luke 2:17-19: When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.
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