lately

celebrating my 34th with dan (and a group of sweet friends who really surprised me!)

a 'day at the farm' with friends from gbc. we love our church family!

savoring the last days of summer. (but i promise you, we are VERY ready for cooler weather!)

a carter sandwich

reflection (this little guy misses his big sister now that she goes to school every day)

sorry it's been awhile since i posted. our little family has been keeping busy with school, work, play, and life in general. we do, however, have some news to share. after much conviction, prayer, thought, conversation, and consideration, we have begun the process of adopting a child into our family. many of you are already aware of this decision, and we thank you for your love, support, questions, letters of recommendation, and advice. we are excited and anxious, but more than anything we want to be faithful stewards of God's resources and unfailing love and we believe part of this calling for our family is to provide a home for a child who is without one. we pray that you will support us through this journey. it could be a long one, but we are okay with that.

When my heart is overwhelmed, lead me to the rock that is higher than I. Psalm 61:2b

Father to the fatherless, defender of widows — this is God, whose dwelling is holy. God places the lonely in families.
Psalms 68:5-6

Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those being crushed. Yes, speak up for the poor and helpless, and see that they get justice.
Proverbs 31:8-9