catching some Zzzz's

We've starting implementing a new (to us) strategy for our night's...

 We're working toward better sleep - especially  for T,

 which in turn means better sleep for mom & dad too (right?)  :)

I'm going to be vague with specifics but I will say, we're using tools to instill safety & care.

As I've mentioned before,

T. is a "survivor" and has a long way to go in wholeheartedly trusting "others" to take care of her.

We continue to pray she'll come to know, she is a beloved daughter of the King!

He had a plan (He still does) for her when He placed her in this family.

Nothing's a surprise to Him.

And He doesn't make mistakes.

I pray she will begin to trust enough to be a "little" girl...

To feel taking care of & even a little carefree.

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We have been using the "strategy" for a few days now, and already we are starting to see & feel a difference.

Praise the Lord!

:D We're still far from the rest of Sleeping Beauty...

But I can say,

We are definitely catching a few more (peaceful) Zzzzz's!

For that we thank God!

He has given us friendly encouragers along our journey

And the confidence to parent our precious daughter with her unique needs in mind!

Sleep by Sleep,

 we continue to hold fast to Him and His unfailing love for each of us!

Sweet Dreams,

Becky

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"Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."

Matthew 11:28

not what it looks like...

Well, welcome to a real Minnesota January, I guess : /

We've been spoiled with unseasonably warm temperatures for this time of year.

And other than the lack of snow for the outdoor sport enthusiast, no one was really complaining.

That has now changed...

We got a little snow yesterday and as the sun went down so did our temperatures... Brrrrr!

For several days we enjoyed temps in the high teens & twenties,

Not too bad, if you ask me.

And perfect Winter weather to still enjoy the great outdoors.

As of last night though, we dipped into those dreaded below zero temps :(

Not so much fun, but inevitable.

But no matter what it's like outside,

I have a little girl who needs the fresh air & exercise only the great outdoors has to offer.

 So I bundled her up... head to toes.

Set a timer.

And sent her out.

Despite the bright beautiful rays of sunshine and T's big smile,

it's not what it looks like...

It's cold!!!!

But the few minutes she endured it, she enjoyed herself... sledding, swinging & upside down sliding. lol!

And all in all made for a happier & more peaceful home :)

Thankful for the beauty of this day & the shelter of His love,

~Becky

"I long to...take refuge in the shelter of your wings." Psalm 61:4

"super hero"

My sweet Dad called this week just to check in with his Baby bear :)

His call even included a birthday song for our "J"

who he lovingly calls "Jimmy Johnson"

And YES he sang - his own version of happy birthday
[which never fails to make the listener smile!]

My Dad's still a "super hero" to me!

I am  so very Thankful,

Becky

aka: Dad's favorite Baby bear ;)

Thankful Thursday.

I've had the privilege of playing SCRABBLE with a couple of my favorite people the last couple of days.

It's been lots of fun.

challenging.

at times even frustrating.

but there truly are not enough WORDS to express my thankfulness for all that I've been blessed with!

God is good - all the time,

Becky

Birthday Pictures!

Here are some pictures from 'T's Birthday Party! We had a lot of family and friends there to celebrate 'T' turning 5! Thank you to everyone for making 'T' feel extra special!

~Michlyn

precious life

Introducing our newest Nephew:



Emmitt Marcus




January 11, 2010


8# 7oz.
20 1/2 "
blonde fuzzy hair
little "button" nose



Welcome to the world little one!


We love you... And know God has great plans for you sweet boy!



Congratulations to my brother Tim & his amazing wife Jenny!!


You have a BEAUTIFUL family!



*Emmitt is also welcomed by siblings:
Annamarie, Bethany, Caycee, Evie, Andrew, Bryce, & Curtis :)

"Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart." Jeremiah 1:4