Exciting News!

We are expecting baby #5! That's right, I'm pregnant. We are so excited, and are truly blessed! The children are all excited. The bigger our family gets, the more difficult it is to keep a "secret." One of the church members stopped by tonight to check on Martie (he's had strep throat), Ethan came running to the door, "my mommy's pregnant!" hahahaha So, I guess it's out! Please pray for our family and this precious baby.

God be glorified in us!

Daddy's new 'toy'

God blessed Martie with a 'new' truck. Someone gave him an 88' Ford Ranger. He LOVES it! He has been wanting a truck for a while. We're always needing one to haul off stuff. Now he has a little project. The boys have especially loved helping him take the tires off and check out the brakes. Yesterday after home schooling the children all wanted to go outside and wash this new 'toy'. I just loved watching them play in the water and clean daddy's truck. :) Here are the pics.Yes even Tabitha got in on the fun. She could not resist.

Taylor showing, just HOW dirty the truck was. :)



The boys cleaning the back. They love crawling in the back of the truck.

When you've had too much caffiene....

You stay up late, thinking... it's going to be a long day tomorrow! On the positive side, I've accomplished tons! I've been shopping for the materials for science projects, I have an 'official' list of supplies to buy w/ price comparisons, I've organized our family school schedule (color coded and all) :), I have our first week lesson plans done. Hip hip hooray! Now for some pics I've been wanting to post.

A while back I meant to post a "brag post". One night Taylor asked me to please not get up before 8:00 am. hmmmm....okay! No problem! hahaha Well, for the first time in my life I woke up to breakfast in bed. That's right, bacon, eggs, pancakes, and a glass of o.j. All served on a tray with a precious note. It was not even a special holiday. Who needs special holidays when my girl shows these random acts of kindness. :) I love her. The funny part is after she served me, she crawled into bed w/ me and went fast asleep. 6:00 came too early for my sweet Taylor.I ate the food to fast to get a picture. But trust me it was quite good, and a beautiful presentation.

Eat Mor Chikin!

My dad came to take us to lunch today. He said, "let's go to chick-fil-a." (my kids favorite, and mine) :) Little did he know, I would get everyone to dress up like cows. hahahaha! I love my family! But hey it was probably the cheapest date ever.

SBC

My family just got back from the "Southern Baptist Convention." This was the first time I went. I must say I was pleasantly surprised. I struggle with the 'politics' of the church. I truly believe that God is doing some amazing work within the SBC. They mentioned that majority of the 8,000 people registered were under 50. The convention is taking on a new face. God is raising up some young, godly men, that love Jesus, and love people.

I was excited to see the "Great Commission Resurgence task force" was passed. You can go to this link to find out more. http://www.greatcommissionresurgence.com/ You must listen to Dr. Akin's sermon. (at that same web site, click on media) It is long, but well worth listening to. It is truly amazing to see how God is changing me. I never in a million years thought I would be involved in "organized" religion, much less a baptist. I can honestly say after this week, I am excited and proud to be apart of the Southern Baptist Convention.

The other thing that I'm so excited about is resolution2 (whatever that means) :) It is a resolution on adoption and orphan care. Praise God!

So watch out, some GREAT things are coming out of the SBC! I can't wait to see God use us in BIG ways! To Him be the glory!!!

We are glad to be home, and ready to reach Parkwood for Christ!

Word I'm trying understand

BALANCE!

One of my biggest struggles is learning to "balance" everything around me.
Priorities:
1. My relationship w/ my Lord
2. My husband
3. My children
4. everything else (housework, home schooling, directing my cc group, teaching new believers, pastor's wife, leading a bible study, odds and end church stuff, cooking healthy meals, making bread, grocery shopping, and coupon clipping)

So now I understand why the Proverbs 31 woman goes to sleep late at night and rises early in the morning. :) Needless to say blogging has been pushed to the back burner.

Don't get me wrong I am NOT complaining, I'm just learning how to balance.

Triple Coupon Deals!

Wow, what a day! I woke up at 5:45 am. I went to H.T., came home, nursed Tabitha, picked up Taylor, unloaded first round of groceries, took Taylor to swim practice, went back to H.T., came home, unloaded second round of groceries, picked up Martie and the rest of the family, went to join Taylor at swim practice, enjoyed short "fellowship" at a b-day party for the swim coaches, then headed off to the Durham Bulls game! WHEW!!!!! We just got home, and I'm excited to post my triple coupon deals.

Round 1

Round 1
Can anyone tell me what "Saffron Yellow Seasonings Long Grain Rice" is?
(with REAL Saffron) :)
I'll google that later!

Round 1 Deals:
-Mahatma Rice-money back
-Texas Crouton- I think free or $.9
-Barilla Pasta-free
-Several other great deals I just can't remember the coupon amounts.
Total- $53.34
Total Spent-$10.06
Total Saved-$45.28

Round 2

Round 2 Deals:
-Warm Delights- $.25
-Glass Plus (BOGO)- $.27 for 1
-Small box Lipton tea bags- money back
-Lot's of great deals on McCormick Seasonings and Vanilla
-Eggo Family Pack- $1.14
(and many others)

Total- $79.97
Total Spent- $19.10
Total Saved- $60.87