Catching up!

We haven't been on the computer much lately because we have been busy! Last Wednesday Derek and I both had to be in Frankfort so we went to Lexington for the week and Aunt Tay kept Deacon while we went to our meetings. I am almost certified to be a First Steps Provider and I can't wait! I stepped out on faith in a big way when I quit my job but I have been more than busy with PRN 3 days a week. I just can't imagine leaving Deacon 5 days a week and I'm determined to make whatever sacrifice it takes to only work 3 days a week. When I get First Steps up and going I'll start cutting back on my PRN hours until eventually I'm only doing First Steps. Hopefully I will have my First Steps caseload built up by summer.

Derek and I are taking the Polar Plunge and jumping into KY Lake on February 19th to benefit the Special Olympics. We are organizing a Valentine's Day bake sale at church so that is occupying most of my free time when Deacon is sleeping. He has been going to bed at 8 every night and that gives me so much free time. I sure do miss him while he sleeps but I'm enjoying getting so much done. I've been up until midnight most every night. I try not to do any housework when he is awake. I save that for naptime and bedtime. I've divided my chores into one or two things everyday Sunday-Wednesday so that our house is always clean going into the weekend. It's working so far.

We have been going to Jackson's Upward Basketball games on Saturdays. They are so amazing and we are blown away by this program. It is Christian based and they make the kids feel so special. There is no scoreboard and very little pressure but the kids are learning the sport so well. They do an amazing starting line-up that would put most high school programs to shame. At half time there is a prayer and a devotional. We have been blessed by attending each game. Afterwards there is a star ceremony and each kid gets an award. The first week Jackson got the Christ-like award. It is so fitting for him. We pray that Deacon has the kind gentle spirit Jackson has.

Here is the little star-number 2:


Aunt Tay had a welcome basket-such a gracious host!



Getting ready for church- I love love love hats on little boys!


Mimmie bought this outfit for him when he was about 3 weeks old. We just knew he would be adorable in it!