When we hear the term Superheroes or just heroes in general, many times our minds go directly to stories of Superman, Spiderman, Batman and a few others. These stories of individuals who care about others, who use their super human strength to save other peoples lives, who fly to the rescue of a damsel in distress...
use their laser beams to cut through walls...
These are only some of the things I think of when I think of a hero. But the ultimate heroes are the real people in the world who make sacrifices for others. Those who put themselves in harms way simply to protect another.
I'm sure there are dozens, maybe even hundreds of stories of real life heroes in the town of Joplin, MO. This morning I heard about one man who used himself as a shield to protect his wife, the love of his life, from the horrible tornado. He suffered a severe puncture wound in the his back and did not survive.
Not only are these families and individuals suffering the loss of their homes and the devastation surrounding them, but they are grieving the loss of their loved ones. Homes, vehicles, food, clothing...it can all be replaced. My heart aches for those who lost their loved ones; who have to find a way to get through the rubble and disorder without their husbands, wives and children.
Other heroes are those who answered the call and traveled many miles to lend a hand.
My heart goes out to these people who have lost their loved ones and homes. They are in my prayers.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
We're Very Excited!!
We are so excited to share our family news! Drum roll please...we are expecting baby number 6!! We thought we were finished having children. I mean, come on, five kids can be a lot of work some times. :D But the rewards are so worth it! We were contemplating taking permanent measures to prevent more children, since I get pregnant so easily. After much prayer and attending the temple we realized that there is one more sweet spirit that needs to come to our home. After taking a few months to wrap my brain around the idea we became...a little more...used to the idea.
The past couple of months I have spent lots of time feeling awful. Being sick during pregnancy is very normal for me, but as usual, I had hoped that it would be more mild and last a shorter period of time. That apparently was not in the plan for me! For a person who is normally very active and busy, it's very hard to be in bed or resting so much of the time. I haven't blogged. I haven't done laundry...unless absolutely necessary. Dishes keep piling up. Toys clutter the floor. Bathrooms are dirty. Books are sitting, half read, on my shelf. I can't wait to feel normal again!
Yesterday was my first OB appointment with a new Doctor. Dr. Su is such a sweet, laid back, easy to talk to person. I'm so thankful that I chose to see her! I was pleasantly surprised when she said she wanted to do an ultrasound to check to see if there was one...or two. Thankfully there is only one. I know I have watched good friends have twins and they are so precious and wonderful. I see the blessings of having two at once. I am extremely grateful that my Father in Heaven knows me so well, that he sends me one at a time!
We saw the heart beat! We saw the baby kicking! The baby looks healthy and is right on for my due date! I'm 13 weeks along (3 months) and due on November 26th! There are many family members who want me to have this baby on their birthday!! My Dad was born on November 23rd, my brother-in-law Scott was born on the 28th and Todd's brother Mike was born on the 27th. So, as long as I have this baby near the due date, I'll make someone happy!!
Many people have asked how the kids feel about it. Well, the boys are very excited! I was surprised at how excited they are! And I'm pleased that they are so excited. Alyssa, on the other hand, when I ask her is she wants a baby brother or sister to play with, she says no! I'm sure she'll be happy with it eventually! :D
So, this weekend was spent test driving a vehicle that could hold 8 passengers. Yesterday, I signed my life away to bring home this vehicle last night! What a blessing to be able to acquire a larger vehicle. We are grateful that everything keeps falling into place!
On a side note, the boys keep looking at my tummy to see if it's "swollen" yet! Ha! Max puts his hand on my belly and says, "Nope, not yet!" After working so hard for 2 years to lose weight I am thankful that I am gaining slowly!! I was so thrilled to be thinner than I had been in years. Todd keeps telling me not to worry, and that I'll be able to lose the weight it again! I sure hope he's right!
So, if you don't see a post from me for a few weeks, know that it's only because I'm tired and hard pressed to get anything other than dishes done!!
The past couple of months I have spent lots of time feeling awful. Being sick during pregnancy is very normal for me, but as usual, I had hoped that it would be more mild and last a shorter period of time. That apparently was not in the plan for me! For a person who is normally very active and busy, it's very hard to be in bed or resting so much of the time. I haven't blogged. I haven't done laundry...unless absolutely necessary. Dishes keep piling up. Toys clutter the floor. Bathrooms are dirty. Books are sitting, half read, on my shelf. I can't wait to feel normal again!
Yesterday was my first OB appointment with a new Doctor. Dr. Su is such a sweet, laid back, easy to talk to person. I'm so thankful that I chose to see her! I was pleasantly surprised when she said she wanted to do an ultrasound to check to see if there was one...or two. Thankfully there is only one. I know I have watched good friends have twins and they are so precious and wonderful. I see the blessings of having two at once. I am extremely grateful that my Father in Heaven knows me so well, that he sends me one at a time!
We saw the heart beat! We saw the baby kicking! The baby looks healthy and is right on for my due date! I'm 13 weeks along (3 months) and due on November 26th! There are many family members who want me to have this baby on their birthday!! My Dad was born on November 23rd, my brother-in-law Scott was born on the 28th and Todd's brother Mike was born on the 27th. So, as long as I have this baby near the due date, I'll make someone happy!!
Many people have asked how the kids feel about it. Well, the boys are very excited! I was surprised at how excited they are! And I'm pleased that they are so excited. Alyssa, on the other hand, when I ask her is she wants a baby brother or sister to play with, she says no! I'm sure she'll be happy with it eventually! :D
So, this weekend was spent test driving a vehicle that could hold 8 passengers. Yesterday, I signed my life away to bring home this vehicle last night! What a blessing to be able to acquire a larger vehicle. We are grateful that everything keeps falling into place!
On a side note, the boys keep looking at my tummy to see if it's "swollen" yet! Ha! Max puts his hand on my belly and says, "Nope, not yet!" After working so hard for 2 years to lose weight I am thankful that I am gaining slowly!! I was so thrilled to be thinner than I had been in years. Todd keeps telling me not to worry, and that I'll be able to lose the weight it again! I sure hope he's right!
So, if you don't see a post from me for a few weeks, know that it's only because I'm tired and hard pressed to get anything other than dishes done!!
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