Wednesday, February 9, 2011

the Real Reason

This is why Zach likes Bible study so much...
the donuts!
Can't go wrong with learning about the Bible and eating donuts at the same time, right?
A true sign of brotherly love...
donut sugar in Colson's hair. At least he didn't seem to mind. ; )

And yes, we are always the last ones to leave everything. School, Bible study, MOPS. Unless Jason is there to help us along we just take our time and enjoy ourselves. We usually rush out the door to get somewhere, so why rush back home?

Yesterday after Bible study Zach said, "Where is everybody?" They had all left, but he was still talking and eating. Cute thing.
I am deeply touched when anyone shares with me how Reese has affected their life. A sweet woman from Murrieta, California, emailed to tell me she has started donating hair bows to her local NICU. She is also wanting to donate something for baby boys. GOD's work never ceases to amaze me!
We woke up to at least 18 inches of snow this morning! We may be snowed in for a few days.
Another pajama day for Colson. ; ) As ready as I am for spring, I love when Jason gets to stay home from work, too.

Stay warm and go clean out a closet or two. That's my plan!


This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. And if we know that He hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him.

1 John 5:14-15
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19 comments:

  1. TristanFebruary 9, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    hAHAHA..
    I am the last to leave everything..and only have one child..you have an excuse, i do not..hahaha.

    I can't wait for spring either..I love my snow..but i've had enough!

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  2. BrandiFebruary 9, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Check out that snow!!! CRAZY!!!!!! We NEVER get snow like that in Austin. Love your sweet pics!!!

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  3. LaurenFebruary 9, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    Can't believe all that snow.... If you want to escape you can always come to Florida and see me!!!!! :)

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  4. Clementsville: Population of 5!February 9, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    hahahah.. Z is TOO cute!!! He and his sweet little brother!
    We are expected to get snow today (not nearly as much as y'all did though) and my goal is to get the house in order, spring cleaning before spring :)

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  5. julie & joeFebruary 9, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    we got the 20 inches last week when you guys got 10 and it looks like this week we are the opposite. Stay warm. We are on week 2 of being snowed in.

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  6. SummerFebruary 9, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    Hahaha that is the best way to learn about Jesus....study and a donut yum!! LOL about the donut crumbs in Colson's hair that is ha-larious!! We are always the last to leave somewhere too LOL I like your philosohpy totally like mine!
    Check out all that snow girl, have a great snow day with your hubs and fam...Ashley posted the funniest thing on her facebook, it was a picture of a sign from a church that said "whomever keeps praying for snow please stop" hahahah that was so funny

    OK so how sweet of the lady to donate hairbows to NICU that is awesome! Reese has impacted so many lives I know you know how deeply she has touched mine!

    xoxo
    Sums

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  7. Love from TexasFebruary 9, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    I'm a NICU nurse and we LOVE getting things to dress up and love on our babies with... Bows, hats, sleepers (with snaps, no zippers), blankets to make their bassinets, scrapbook supplies to make signs for their beds... What a sweet way to remember Reese!

    And your boys are just precious! I've got a boy and a girl about the same ages. Never a dull moment ;)

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  8. LaraFebruary 9, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    I once attended a church faithfully because they had Krispy Kreme doughnuts. (I was 16 at the time, and would NEVER do something like that now...)

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  9. Todd and CourtneyFebruary 9, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    smart boy with his donuts :)

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  10. LaurenFebruary 9, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    That snow is crazy girl!! It makes our 8 inches this morning seem like nothing! :) Zach and Colson just keep getting cuter, I was laughing at the donut sugar in Colson's hair, too funny! We are snowed in today too so I actually got ONE closet cleaned out, ha! We'll see if I can accomplish another one but here I am blog hopping...priorities right?

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  11. SkyFebruary 9, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Colson is looking more and more like you - too cute!

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  12. Melanie MuellerFebruary 9, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    Well, what is not to love about that...donuts and God? Sounds awesome! Such a sweet picture of Colson. He has the sweetest smile!
    And WOW-that is a lot of snow!! Hang in there!

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  13. Happiness Is...February 9, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    That snow is nuts! I can't believe how much snow the rest of the country has seen - just rain and nastiness down here in NOLA!

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  14. SarahFebruary 10, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    I learned of your blog from another blog that I was following. Let me begin by saying I battled the tears reading your heart felt story. Losing an infant is enough to rock anyones world, and your continued faith in god and allowing him to guide you in your greatest time of need is amazing. Congrats on your beautiful family, Reese is one proud sister I am sure. Continue to be an inspiration and keeping the faith. Thank you for sharing your story.

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  15. ErinFebruary 10, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Katie-

    I have followed your blog for a long time......I just had a baby girl (my first child) and I wanted you to know how much I have thought about you and Reese. Seeing pictures of Reese made me cry before, but now I ache SO bad for you. I want you to know that your faith is an inspiration and I pray for you and your family. You are such a beautiful person.

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  16. UnknownFebruary 10, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    I think that picture of Colson was taken on manual...hmm??? sweetie pie:)

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  17. MallorieFebruary 10, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    Hi Katie! I have been reading your blog for a while now and just started my own. You are such an inspiration and I just love reading what you have to say! :-) May God continue to bless you and your sweet boys!

    Mallorie
    http://the-happyhome.blogspot.com/

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  18. Henley on the HornFebruary 10, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    I love that bows are being donated in Reece's honor. That is precious. ENjoy those sweet boys!

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  19. RebekahFebruary 11, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    I can't say that I blame Zack;)

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