Sunday, July 30, 2006
How silly of me...
to have failed to mention an enormous blessing. A baby crib. Some wonderful friends of ours picked it up for FREE. I like free. It's adorable and white and simple and "very Heather" as some would say. The only problem is it is missing the hardware for it. Any ideas as to where we might start looking?Now my mission is for the rest of the nursery furniture, in white of course.
I should also mention the amazing hosts we had on friday evening and saturday morning. R.Jay and I drove to their new home for a nights' rest before the Dowling family reunion kicked off in Syracuse on Saturday afternoon. Their new little home is absolutely adorable. And I must say, she has quite an adorable way of making her things, which have been packed away all too long, look just great in their new abode. So, if you have a moment, go here and tell her just how great of a wife and caretaker she really is.
:)
Heather Dowling at 9:44 PM
Friday, July 28, 2006
summer blues and baby news
Our schedule has been swamped lately. The "one thing right after another" summer schedule is reminding me of just one of the great reasons I love colder weather... the slow down. Not to mention how much I have been aching for my sweaters and warm socks, hot cocoa, and thanksgiving and christmas yummy food and feelings. Patience.For updates sake, we had our very first OB appointment on Tuesday afternoon. The doctor said things look wonderful and was able to pick up the little one's heartbeat long enough to tell us it is very normal. To calm my "this is my first baby" fears after we ourselves were unable to hear it, he ordered an ultrasound early... this coming thursday, in fact. I was very grateful. At dinner that night, R.Jay and I rehashed the excitment of being first-time parents. The first appointment added to the reality that God has blessed us, and it is really us this time marveling in the fact that a little child of God is growing inside of me. The thought is absolutely sureal... still.
Forgive me for this boring post and forgive me if I don't post again right away. Our schedule is just shy away from making one insane. Last night talking with R.Jay he reminded me that I don't have to take things month by month or year by year, but to deal with the here and now. How simple! Thank goodness for a husband who is a good reminder of God's patience and love for me!
Heather Dowling at 1:10 PM
Thursday, July 20, 2006
An eternal perspective. Something she posts about attaining regularly. Something I really need this week.The realization that the vision and goals I have for my future, the daily things I accomplish (or don't for that matter), and in who and what I invest in should be for one thing. And it isn't me or my satisfaction or my happiness. Big shocker!
It's Christ. It is daily picking up my cross to walk in all godliness and holiness in order that I might be a shining example of the loving God I serve.
I absolutely need to repeat this in my mind, and mostly in my heart today. Make that everyday.
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In baby news, I haven't gotten sick one day since my pregnancy. Praise God! Unfortunately, I have been eating like I'll never see food again. When will the constant hunger subside? I'm feeling the ramifications for my frequent munching. My pants are tight. Bummer.
Heather Dowling at 5:54 PM
Sunday, July 16, 2006
crash
Today we crashed from two weeks of madness. The couch was my friend after church today for a lot of time I'm too embarassed to post! I suppose it was needed.R.Jay's sister was married yesterday. A beautiful wedding of lavendar, sage, and soft yellow. A beautiful, long awaited, union that shed tears of joy from every eye. We are very grateful. (Not to mention how grateful I am my lavendar dress, bought two months before I even became pregnant, didn't bust at the seams).
Andrew Eastmond blessed us all at church this morning. Though I missed most of it due to nursery responsibilities, I did catch a few songs. I still am amazed every year he returns at this amazing guitar playing abilities. We were all very blessed by his ministry this morning.
Its been a fun but crazy two weeks. I'm ready to crash for a bit.
Heather Dowling at 5:24 PM
Tuesday, July 11, 2006
empty nest
Moments like this I dread. When all that company that you've built your life around for the last week suddenly disappears. Two will return on Thursday, but it still won't be the same... they'll only stay one day.Moments like this I wish for all the mess bulging out of my little house to return.
Quite a sad day.
Heather Dowling at 12:04 PM
Monday, July 10, 2006
sanity
Our house is an overstuffed burrito this week. Blankets, pillows, suitcases, and shoes are bulging from every room. Try keeping a (VERY) small 3 bedroom house clean with 6, sometimes 8, people (mostly adults) trying to keep their version of some sort of normal routine of daily life. My OCD is flaring up, or at least that's what I'm told by some I may have.Thank goodness for big sisters and a great mom. Somehow my sanity will remain at bay through the next 7 days of absolutely insane busyness.
Heather Dowling at 12:21 PM
Monday, July 03, 2006
tired
I don't think I've ever felt exhaustion quite like I do these days. Most what I read and hear tells me to wait another six to eight weeks and energy might surface again. I suppose the hot sun and sticky humidity doesn't add much to anyone's energy these days, but I'll count my blessings - no morning sickness.My wonderful husband has been "hunting" crazily these last couple weeks. A home that is nestled nicely behind some friends and our pastor has been on the forefront of his mind. Now, the hunt has begun for the best bank and the best possibile ways of buying and fixing up the house. Prayers would be greatly appreciated.
The backyard of this home is lovely. Makes you want to sit and have tea and bask in the flowers and green that encloses around you. Well, I suppose my husband's version would be more of how much fun a great barbeque with friends would be back there. Not to mention what great neighbors we would have. Although, with Kathy, who is one house down, having a baby one month before we are... I do believe pastor's peaceful home might turn into more of a "MR. WILSON!" kind of environment. (I really don't think he's minding).
Once again, I'm tired. And now my belly is rumbling with hunger. Surprise surprise!
Heather Dowling at 8:08 PM