Where Did We Go?

We're still here!

In my last post, the moving truck was sitting in the driveway in Michigan and we were packing like mad to come home. Home we have been, and happily so. Everything is back in the old places again, and we are so thankful for God's grace in letting us come home to Colorado.

We have not abandoned blogging, but have taken a very long break from most internet activities. We needed a rest, but are slowly getting things back in order. The Holiday issue that has been so severely delayed will be heading to the printer shortly, and we will be so happy to have it out! We have had many trials these past few months and we are so grateful for all of you who have been so gracious and patient with us. All of your loving comments and emails have been a tremendous blessing.

Currently this week, websites are being cleaned up and consolidated for this fresh year! Mom and I are going to be doing new things, hopefully more online classes and of course we have already started our new quilt block membership for 2010.

As soon as the magazine is off to the printer, I will be fixing the blog, so you will see us more often around here! Some changes are up, but we are excited about them, so be on the lookout for what's going on!

A few pictures.. =)

Christmas picture =)

Sanni and Evie's Christmas dresses.. awww. I love Evie's hair up like that, what a peach.

School days..

No picture post would complete without a sweet picture of Evie Loo and all her sweetness. =)

May God's blessings be you, ~*~Jessica~*~

A Nice Reminder

I was looking for some recipes in my files and came across this letter I wrote for my children. It mainly has to do with work, and the complaining thereof. Thought I would share it.

We are so busy over here that I'm afraid this might be one of just a few posts coming before the new year. The Lord is good.

To Live I Must...

If I want to be wise I must seek the Lord. Therefore I need to spend time in God’s Word, no one will do it for me.

If I want clean clothes they have to be washed, therefore when laundry is piling up I must wash it and put it away.

If I want to eat I must be able to prepare food, therefore when needed, I will prepare it.

If I don’t want to be sick from not cleaning, I must clean. Let’s face it, things become unsanitary and dirty with my help.

If I want to further my head knowledge I must study and do my school; if I decide not to study, no one will do it for me and my head will stay empty.

If I want to live in harmony with my family I must be part of their team, I must like it because that is where I was put. Complaining about the size of the family is really a terrible waste of time, and no one wants to hear about how I have rights to anything. I will not let my circumstances rule my joy.

If I want to be heard, I must listen.

As for all other work…there are 394 verses in the bible about work. Most of them are about working the ground. I think that covers anything required of you outside when needed.

We all know what is required of us. We may need to occasionally remind you, but you are expected to already know all of the above.

If you have any questions about your appointed place feel free to contact us. We are always happy to listen, however, your schedule for living will always stay the same.

Love, Dad and Mom

Ephesians 6:1

Changes Once Again...

Hello to all!

I am once again posting an update on our family as God has suddenly opened a door for us. Not before I announce the winners for the November magazine giveaway though! The entries this month were a little slim, but winning ladies are~

Michelle, Danielle and Anne

Congratulations ladies! As I said, this is also a post about what's going on with our family. We are moving again, but we are moving back home to Colorado. This is not a sad turn of events at all, but joyful for us. This has been such a blessed season of learning for our whole family and we are truly thankful for all that God has shown us during this time. We knew that our stay in Michigan was going to be short, but little did we realize how short that was! The changes God has brought within in our family and the doors only HE could have opened so quickly is nothing short of amazing.

This decision came about in less than two days this past week. As I write, the moving truck is sitting in the driveway and we have just about broken a record packing the house! Our life has been so very busy, hectic on a daily basis rather, but we are praying for peace while once again moving on. The internet has not been a priority of late, but we will be back on the blog on the other end as soon as we can =)

Prayers are greatly coveted for our family! Many blessings, ~*~Jessica~*~

*I am putting the magazine giveaways on a hold until we are moved and settled back in to our home =) So if you wish to enter, be patient, they will be back again!