Foul ball fun.

Yesterday was my typical rough Monday. Mondays come as such a struggle for me when I have to work the weekend. BUT, I was blessed with a huge wondrous thing though – the internet in my office wouldn’t work, so I got to work from home yesterday! Work is so much better sitting on the couch next to my pup. Just what I needed.

Yesterday, the pup and I went to support Eugene at his conference baseball game. They won, and he’s so cute coaching. ;) Plus, look who caught a fly ball – his new favorite toy!

We had a torrential downpour all night and into the morning. I’m not sure who was more soaked after our morning walk, me or Espn. {I think I win because I can’t simply shake off the water!}

We’re going to start looking at houses again soon. Hopefully God will just drop the perfect one in our laps for us. How nice would that be!?

Nothing planned tonight {amazing!} except LOST and attempting to cross off some of my massive to-do list. I’m looking forward to time with Eugene…it’s perfect weather to cuddle up and hibernate together. I put a roast & potatoes in the crock pot at lunch. Yum, hearty meal for the chilly and dreary day.

Praying for patience, direction, and encouragement as we wait for news on the job front.

Beat.

I’m pretty much feeling everything catching up with me today. I slept some this weekend, but I’m still – well – exhausted. Exhausted mentally, physically, and by far emotionally!

I made it back from Oklahoma on Thursday night at midnight, and the worked Friday at 8 am until 5, and then worked Shawnee High School Prom on Saturday from 4:30 until midnight. Sunday was our usual holiday, filled with driving from one family’s house to another to another. I’m so thankful for family close by, but it’s pretty tiring making it to all the arrangements. Mother’s day was nice. We gave my Mom a picture album filled with baby Cate pictures. :) She of coursed loved it.

And now we’re back to another work week. Still no news on the job front {adding to the emotional exhaustion}. I just wish we would hear already. My patience is terrible. {And so is my attitude, to be honest!}

I miss my sister {best friend} and my niece. I wish I could be there to help them both. And hug them both.

But God is good, and I know I need to work on being content in every situation.

“I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through him who gives me strength." Philippians 4:12-13

Amazing grace. How I need His amazing grace.

 

Our DIY photo session.

I was lucky enough to have permission to snap some photos of baby Cate while she peacefully slept. She’s a true beauty! I’ll post just a few at a time. :)

       

 

My absolute favorite picture:

I go home tomorrow. I miss home {so much}, but I hate to leave them here. They will be amazing parents – no doubt in my mind – I only wish I could be near to help and hold baby Cate. I am so proud of them!

Another day older.

My pretty girl is another day older already. It’s hard to believe how quickly she’s changing in appearance. I don’t think I quite comprehended how often babies feed. We’re talking anywhere from every half-hour to every three hours! Sheesh. Plus newborns can sleep up to 17 hours a day, so with that and feeding, she’s only up 4 hours!

I’m so thankful for how great God blessed us with the health and safety of both Casey & Cate. We were given the best possible outcome imaginable. Praise the Lord!

 

I just sit and hold her in amazement, thinking to myself how gorgeous this little blessing is. I am also amazed at how strong Casey is. Huge surgery and tons of stress on her emotionally and physically, yet she is recovering and gaining strength like crazy. I’m so impressed!

I do miss my boys. We’re still anxiously awaiting news on the job front. I’m so looking forward to hugging my husby and petting my pup.

Happy to be home.

Baby & mommy were discharged from the hospital today with a-okay’s from the doctor. Both are healthy and healing well {although Casey’s very sore from the surgery.} Casey’s a complete trooper & so strong!

I know everyone thinks babies related to them are the cutest ever, but I really do believe Cate is so gorgeous. She’s such a blessing from God!

The first picture is my favorite so far.

I’m relishing these days I get to see & hold my little niece.

 

Pictures of precious.

Just  a few pictures from my cell since i don’t have my camera cord. Tons more next week…and better quality. I must say though, she’s even more gorgeous in person – and I’m not being biased!

Casey’s much more sore today, but she’s so incredibly strong. Amazingly strong. Her daughter definitely got that trait too. Cate can hold her head up on her own for a bit. She’s a sturdy baby, and we’re so blessed to have her!

My niece is here!

After a very nerve-racking and scary night full of praying, both mom and baby are happy and healthy! Casey had to have an emergency c-section this morning at 7 and shortly after it started, baby Cate Lorraine entered this world to say hi! And let me tell you – she is absolutely beautiful! Pictures just don’t do her justice. She’s gorgeous!

I may be MIA on this blog b/c of poor internet connection, but plenty of pictures will be taken to share. I’ll be here until Thursday {good luck Eugene & Espn!}

I’m in love with my niece!

Much love & so much thanks for all who prayed for the safety of Casey & Cate. God is so good!