Eden Turns Four

We had a birthday party for Eden this past weekend and he loved it! The kids had a great time beating the stuffing out of a piñata. Then, they all decorated their own cupcakes while all the parents calculated when the sugar crash would occur. All of Eden’s little friends are the best and their parents are awesome too (we tried to reward the parents by not giving party favors that made noise or were excessively sticky). He was so excited about getting tons of gifts that he loved. He is currently in lego heaven. 

It is hard to believe that our firstborn is already four years old. It feels like yesterday when I (Katy) was acting like a crazy woman at Starbucks because the poor, unsuspecting employee didn’t put enough ice in the blender to satisfy an epic pregnancy/heat wave/caffeine craving. Our sweet Eden was born during a two-week period in the summer of 2013 when there was high temperatures and no rain (it was technically a drought). In that sweltering hospital, we got one of the best gifts of our lives. No, not the tea and toast after delivery (although that was pretty spectacular). Eden has been a sweet, smart, imaginative, and hilarious addition to our family. 

All we want for our boys is that they would grow to love Jesus. If that was the only thing we ever gave them, it would be the best gift they ever received. As they grow each year, we are increasingly thankful for friends and family around us who also want them to love Jesus. Thank you guys for being a great example to our sons and for loving them. 

Happy birthday, Eden! Please try to ration all of that piñata candy. 

Getaway

We want to thank our wonderful friends, Sarah and Jonny Northcut, for watching Eden and Eli so we could have a couple nights away to celebrate our 8th anniversary. We're so blessed by our friends here...more like Irish family.

Thank you all so much for all the prayers and support. We're off to rest for a couple days. Hope you get to do the same very soon.

On Purpose

We've all heard the idea of stewardship in regards to money. I was reminded this week that we are stewards of all God gives us. This includes money, gifts, abilities, children, and so many things. But I was impacted thinking about how I steward my relationships.

Whether it is marriage, boyfriend, girlfriend, neighbor, son, daughter, school mate...we are given these relationships for a reason. We must give our best. We must remember that God has a purpose for our relationships. Our lives are directed and developed through every relationship...even those we wish we wouldn't have be given. He will use us for others through our relationship.

Let's remember this week that every interaction with another human might be an opportunity for God to use us. It could also be an opportunity for us to grow closer to God. So whether it is with a coworker, classmate, family, or friends...God is moving. He wants to use us and move us through our relationships.

We thank God for our relationship with each of you. Whether you're friend, family, or simply a digital acquaintance...you matter to us. You are on our team. Thanks for all your prayers and support.