HARVEST

Well I have become a gardener. Sort of. We planted a garden, my neighbour and I. She has been a good coach. First we got the crop in. Then she and her husband brought their cultivator through a couple times. She has also pulled many weeds for me and got rid of last years raspberry plants. Every so often she brings me stuff she picked. And she informs me what should be ready.

I love to visit, I need to plan time to pick. Because in Harvest season you harvest. I haven't had much time around Leah's naps and during the day it has been hot. I have gained much respect for those who are good at it though. My back begins to hurt and the heat. Still they press on. We did have a garden when I was younger. I benefited from the tomatoes, carrots, and Zuchini dad planted but I had very little to do with the harvest. I might have gotten out once a summer for a half hour of weeding! And I would raid the strawberries.

This summer we have been picking raspberries. And more raspberries. And more raspberries. There are still a few tasty treats on those vines. And today I shelled my peas. The plants are pretty dry so I don't reckon that we will get much more from those. I picked a few tomatoes and lots of cucumbers! The lettuce and spinach are winding down, and the corn is doing well. I haven't checked my beans or potatoes but some of that should be ready too. One advantage from all my vegetables I read is that you cannot get fat on food that grows in the garden.

We have had a busy summer and are headed to Andrea's wedding soon. Looking forward to spending time with family and friends. I can't believe 4 weeks is back to school. I have new shelves and a dresser so hopefully I can get more organized soon. Hope you are blessed by finally a new entry from me.

The Lord God took the man and
Put him in the Garden of Eden
to work it and take care of it.
And the Lord God commanded
the man,"You are free to eat from
any tree in the garden;
Genesis 2:15-16

PERSPECTIVE

Just doing some laundry and thinking about how my 8 month old is nearly out of diapers. Well she probably has at least a year to go. However when Micah was this age I thought that I would never be done doing diapers. I use cloth diapers at home and disposable when we are out so washing diapers is an issue. However I don't find it any harder to use cloth diapers than disposable. And when you rinse and soak your diapers. And wash every 2 ot 3 days. I don't find that awful, disturbing smell of a poopy diaper in the trash!!!!

This adventure of child rearing which is a life time commitment just seems so short to me now. First riding a bike and then they will be driving a car and shortly after they will be off to college. I wonder will I teach them all they need to know to make the best choices for their life. I pray that I will lead to their savior...that they could learn to seek him for the decisions in their lives. My time as their Mom is so short. They make me really happy. I delight in their acomplishments. I hold them and pray for them when they are hurt. I am excited for all that is yet to come.

MILESTONES

We have had a lot of things happening in our family in the last week. Milestones we all reach them. Last Tuesday Micah finally took off on his bike (two-wheeler). I knew he could do it last summer he was just scared. And I was very pregnant so I didn't have the energy to give him the confidence he needed. But boy is he proud. He had to ride all over the neighbourhood.

Micah, if you know him, usually needs that extra encouragement to try new things. Jaala on the other hand is not so scared to try things. Like pre-school. We are still deciding what to do next year but she went as a drop-in student a couple of times since she turned 4. This is her at the farm. Auntie Ruth said that she was quite the farm girl! She was right in there feeding the animals. She had a great time.

Leah is at that stage where everything is happening! So she could not let last week go by without a few milestones of her own. Tuesday she pulled to a stand! And she has already started shuffling down the couch to get to Mom. She also cut her first 2 teeth.

It is amazing what we miss if we don't keep our eyes open. Our kids are such a joy. There is One who doesn't miss any of our milestones, Who watches every step we take in life.

"Are not two sprrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father. And even the very hairs on your head are numbered. So don't be afraid: you are worth more than many sparrows." Matthew 10:29-31

My little Cubbie (on the far right).

Jaala and Micah have been in Awana Clubs this year. They learn scripture verses, bible stories, play games and sing songs. They love it and have a great time. They sure are active and talkative. They both got awards for finishing their first books last week. We don't have a digital so I don't have Micah's pix. This one was from Jaala's leader. Well there is a little more to look at. This is fun!

Well here is me and Leah on my 35th. Vern had a surprise party for me at the church. I don't mind too much being 35. Just don't think I will be having too many more kids.
Let us see how this works. I need somewhere to play. I would like to learn how to publish/edit/create forms practical stuff. I am not much of a surfer, howeverI do have a couple of favourite games on MSN. Bejewled & Zuma.

Attended a funeral today and I sang "It is Well With My Soul. I was overwhelmed today by the power of the message of that song. An older fellow when he complemented my singing told me his favourite song and said he would like it read and sang at his funeral. I love singing especially when the songs have such beautiful messages.

Have to share our newest edition as well. Leah is 6 months old and into everything. She is rolling over, sitting up and babbling a bunch of sounds. We are starting to introduce solid foods. Leah loves her brother and sister a lot. The family keeps us very busy. I am enjoying myself as a Mom. Hope I will be able to stay at home as a mom for a while.

We are really enjoying life in Alberta. Micah loves kindergarten and Mom Loves being at home with my girls.Well it is getting late. I will try to keep this up.

I am going to try this blogging thing. Not sure what to do but I would like to get in touch with you all. Little confused on how this works but will see how it goes.

This is Micah and Jaala at Micah's 5th Birthday. Our family is really growning.