Country girls

Hello all... We now have a chicken coop in the back yard with three chickens and are getting fresh eggs daily. The girls are loving it to say the least. The coop is super cool and is very easy to transport and clean. Here are some pictures. We have the plans if anyone is interested.

Also are a few pictures of the girls giving piggy back rides. I didn't get a picture of Elizabeth trying to give Ella one but she did. It is so fun as they get older I see them becoming better friends. Melanie

Do I love God?

Romans 8:28 says, "And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose." Do I love God? If I do anything he is allowing in my life is for his good, right? It is true. It is amazing to watch the Lord take me through sickness that is really frustrating and to be able to say, "God I know this is for your good." One way I know that is I am continually reminded that I need to lean on Jesus. My mind, doctor's tests, etc aren't my answer. Leaning on Jesus is the answer. My Utmost for His Highest by Chambers reminded me to Look to Jesus. My hope is in Jesus and that is how I get through. I will continue to pray for answers and healing but most of all I will pray for Jesus to be my focus and strength in this time and I know I will be able to make it.

Blessings~Melanie

It's a Wrap....2008 that is

Ok, ok, so we are a tad behind on updates. We have been busy preparing for the holidays and traveling and returning home to break down everything. It was a great Christmas season for us inlcuding the girls birthday's. I think they had fun this year as well. It was exciting to have special gifts for them that we knew they would really enjoy.

Grammy came for a short visit that was great. She was really able to get some good time with them. Ella was super sad to see her go. We also had a wonderful visit with Tommy's family and ofcourse we all miss everyone. With school getting ready to start we aren't sure when we will be back down. It is always hard being far away. Enjoy the pictures. Melanie