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| Seeing newborn chicks at a farm |
Graham returns to work on Monday as his parental leave has come to an end. Kohen is going to be surprised Monday morning when I put him in his snowsuit instead of putting him down for his nap. As always, God had perfect timing for Graham to be off. Kohen has been sick and on antibiotics three times during Graham's time at home so it's been very helpful to let him sleep instead of taking him out.
Graham and Isaac had a Daddy-son date today. They saw the Three Musical Pigs put on by the KW Symphony. Isaac's going to miss spending the extra time with Graham. He's already asked if he can go with Graham to work.
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| Putting shelves together |
Graham is looking forward to going back to work. I think he needs a break! He has spent hours painting our basement this past month and putting shelves together and moving boxes. We are excited to have a usable basement (almost).
Some Isaac moments to keep me laughing when I'm old:
A washroom conversation with Mommy:
Isaac: Can you ask God to tell me who my wife will be?
Mommy: I don't think He'll tell us.
Isaac: Why not?
Mommy: Surprises are fun.
Isaac: Can she please tickle our children?
Mommy: [I prayed that Isaac's future wife will tickle their children ... and a host of other things.]
A washroom conversation with Daddy:
Isaac: What do you think I'm going to be when I grow up?
Daddy: Whatever you want to be.
Isaac: Whatever God wants me to be.
As Graham parked the car at school to drop off Isaac in -25 degree weather:
Isaac: Let's pretend we're under a shady tree eating ice cream.
At the kitchen table with Mommy:
Isaac: When will Josiah come down? Maybe we can ask Jesus to bring him down.
Kohen is enjoying his new mobility. He always gravitates towards whatever is off limits. He is Mr. Drama and throws his head back with loud protests whenever we impede his desired outcome. I have figured out that he is a cat. He is cuddly and lovely with the softest cheeks and he's sweet and cute ... and he'll swipe his claws at your face with speed and accuracy and make noises that must cause the neighbours to wonder what is going on. He is usually loud and often very playful. He throws his food and our rebukes or turning his chair to face away from the table is initially met with his laughter.
It's hard to believe but we are celebrating Kohen's first birthday this week. The day after he'll receive the gift of three needles at his doctor's office. I'm so thankful for our medical system. If I had a medical concern right now, I could call a number and speak with a nurse (as I did last week when Kohen's temperature was 104 degrees).
Graham and I will be hosting a Bible study in our home, starting in a few weeks. We are looking forward to it.
My computer is not making happy sounds, so I'll say goodnight. I may have to add photos later. Thanks for your prayers!
Blessings,
Elizabeth
1 Chronicles 16:11
Look to the Lord and His strength; seek his face always.
Hello Elizabeth, Graham, Isaac and Kohen.
ReplyDeleteAnd thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul and with all thy might.
And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart:
And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up. Deuteronomy 6 verses 5-7.
Happy 1st Birthday Kohen
on Thursday 5th March.
May God always bless you and all your family with faith, joy, health, strength, wisdom and hope in Jesus’ precious name.
Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. Hebrews 12 v 2.
love and prayers from your auntie Julia.