Taking time to appreciate life

It is not often that I am able to take some time out of my day to write down my thoughts and to appreciate all the blessings God has placed in my life. Right now as I sit at work, my cup of coffee in hand, I am taking that time.

I have so much to thank God for yet lately I have not done so. I could not imagine my life without God, Shane and Jeffrey; they are true blessings. And to also have family living close to us now. A few days ago I was talking to my mom about spending more time with her in the last few months than I have since I left home when I was 17. I didn't realize how important family is until just recently. Maybe it's the pregnancy hormones talking, or my old age (ha), but I want our children to grow up with them.. So many time we tried moving back to west Texas to live closer to everyone but God had different plans. Something always came up that kept us here. Wow, God does know what he is doing! : )

My most recent blessing, of course, is our newest family member, baby boy Richardson. We have waited many years for his arrival. Whether from Taiwan or a biological child, he was destined to be with us. I still feel that God lead us to adopt from Taiwan in order to test our obedience but whatever the case we will get to meet our baby in a few months. When Jeffrey was a baby I just couldn't wait for him to grow up and be more independent. I suffered from severe postpartum depression and in addition to that Jeffrey had colic and was allergic to milk products. It took months to find the right formula for him. Now this time around I hope to be able to enjoy the 'baby years' much more as my depression is under control and we also know how to handle a colicky baby.

I am also thankful for our friends that have been there many years for us. We have spiritually grown with many of them and they have become our second family. I hope to start spending more time with them and to show my appreciation to them.

I will close for now and I will end this post by saying 'Thank you' to God and our family and friends for always supporting us and being there no matter what.

Blessings,
Misty