This morning we tried Josiah in the swing again and he liked it - he actually fell asleep in it. It's so nice to have another place to put him that he enjoys. He had one extra dose of morphine this morning after his breathing changed and he wouldn't settle but the rest of the day he was relatively calm.
We were so blessed with food and treats and amazing gifts for Isaac today. A Sunday School class sent us some of their leftover treats and lo and behold there was what I call my favourite square, a square that I used to make with my mom when I was little. That was a lovely surprise. Actually I don't think I've met a square that I don't like.
Isaac enjoyed church and even had a nap on his uncle which was not surprising given that he awoke just after 5:00 AM. Thankfully he still napped this afternoon. Today he was brought a big monkey and some very cool cardboard animals that he was excited to put together with Daddy. In the box that held these animals, there was also a very tiny toy camera and a larger wooden key. He loved both of these. He was taking our pictures and putting the key in the door.
After Isaac returned from the evening service my mom took out a Noah's Ark wall hanging and a Noah's Ark quilt that a couple from church kindly passed on to her for Isaac. Isaac was very excited by the quilt. He immediately put it down on the ground in our living room and lay on it. Then he took it straight to his room where he put it on his bed. He is sleeping peacefully underneath it. The funny thing is, I randomly stumbled across some Noah's Ark quilts on Kijiji today and thought to myself that Isaac would love one. It always seems extra special when God answers the desires of our hearts before we even utter a prayer. People are so kind and generous.
We had good times with family and friends today.
We realized today that we haven't updated you on Graham's plans. He applied for the Family Medical Leave so he will be off of work until the second week of January. This time together is an amazing gift.
Thank you so much for your prayers and support.
Blessings,
Elizabeth
Hello Elizabeth and Graham.
ReplyDeleteGlory ye in His Holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the LORD.
Seek the LORD and His strength, seek His face continually. 1 Chronicles 16 verses 10 & 11.
GOD ! what a great and magnificent word !
Oh, who can speak His worth ?
By saints in heaven He is adored,
And fear'd by men on earth.
And yet a little child may bend,
And say, My Father and My Friend.
Praise Him, praise Him, all ye little children,
God is love, God is love;
Praise Him, praise Him, all ye little children,
God is love, God is love.
Love Him, love Him, all ye little children,
God is love, God is love;
Love Him, love Him, all ye little children,
God is love, God is love.
Thank Him, thank Him, all ye little children,
God is love, God is love;
Thank Him, thank Him, all ye little children,
God is love, God is love.
I am so glad that Josiah likes being in the swing. The colourful animals and quilt featuring Noah's Ark look good, and have brought much pleasure to Isaac. It is marvellous that people are so thoughtful and kind. Thank you for the photographs of your dear sons. God's richest blessings to you all and in Jesus' name may you all have a deep and safe night's sleep and a beautiful day tomorrow.
More about Jesus would I know,
More of His grace to others show;
More of His saving fullness see,
More of His love Who died for me.
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More, more about Jesus,
More, more about Jesus;
More of His saving fullness see,
More of His love Who died for me.
More about Jesus let me learn,
More of His holy will discern;
Spirit of God, my teacher be,
Showing the things of Christ to me.
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More about Jesus; in His Word,
Holding communion with my Lord;
Hearing His voice in every line,
Making each faithful saying mine.
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More about Jesus; on His throne,
Riches in glory all His own;
More of His kingdom’s sure increase;
More of His coming, Prince of Peace.
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Love and prayers from your auntie Julia.