Thank YOU!

I can't think of a more adequate phrase then Thank YOU! I just want to express our deepest appreciation for all of you, our family and friends alike, for your outpouring of love at our news and also the consistent prayers and support during the last 5+ years.

Thank you for your comments on the blog. They were so touching. It is evidence to me just how blessed we are with wonderful people in our lives! Just know I love you and feel so thankful for you. You are definitely tender mercies for us!

Just to give a little more info! I am 15 weeks along tomorrow and due October 16th! We are definitely finding out what we are having! I like to be prepared!

Thank you again! Love you!

P.S. If I don't have your emails, I would love them! (i.e. Annie Mendoza!)
 

Our Miracle

Where do Miracles come from? Of course from a loving, all-knowing Father in Heaven. For which I am forever grateful.

During the last few years I have really come to love the scripture in Genesis 30:22 where it reads "And God remembered Rachel, and God hearkened to her, and opened her womb." There have been several moments where I have felt the yearnings of motherhood just as Rachel did in Old Testament times. Even to the point of crying out as she, "Give me children, or else I die." Her yearnings were deep and rooted within her just as mine in me. As women we desire to nurture and to have children. Its a spiritual and natural yearning.

One thing that I have come to realize is that God never forgot Rachel. He was shaping her and preparing her to have greater faith. I, too, realize that God never has forgotten me or Chase in our yearnings and pleadings for children. We have had time to grow and strengthen in our relationship and our faith, as well as have many wonderful life opportunities. God is the master artist in our lives. His plan is perfect if we put our trust in Him He will create something beautiful and masterful.

I am so grateful to have never been forgotten by my Father in Heaven. I am truly and eternally thankful to be able to now say as Rachel, "And God remembered Joni, and hearkened to her, and opened her womb."

The Lord is Good.

We had this picture but...

We can't take God out of the equation!

(Actually there were many parts to the equation including doctors, embryologists, medication, needles, prayers, fasting, priesthood blessings, and the faith of many family & friends~and most importantly a loving Father in Heaven~We are forever grateful)

Some Things Lately...

So I know its been a little while since I have posted anything so I thought I would share some of our recent experiences!

Chase made these awesome {puff, german, volcano or even hillbilly} pancakes I found on Pinterest through my sister. Although they cooked a little longer than usual they were sure yummy and fun to have in the muffin form versus our usual pan form. Chase loved them!

A few weekends back we were able to attend the quinceanera of one of the young women in our Branch. It was a neat cultural and traditional event to see and attend.

That same weekend (Easter weekend) we were able to attend the blessing of our good friends' baby in southern Indiana. It was so nice to spend the day with them and their family.

Also just another fun bit of info...I got this camera bag/purse!! I had been saving up for a few months to get this bag because it is crazy on trips trying to juggle my purse and the bulky camera bag as well as other luggage. This way I will be able to combine my camera bag with my purse! Love it! (and plus it is just so cute!)

I also recently got these new shoes at Target and I love them. They were only $12 ish dollars and they are so comfortable!

So fun!

Love this Quote!

"If we have faith in Jesus Christ, the hardest as well as the easiest times in life can be a blessing. In all conditions, we can choose the right with the guidance of the Spirit. We have the gospel of Jesus Christ to shape and guide our lives if we choose it. And with prophets revealing to us our place in the plan of salvation, we can live with perfect hope and a feeling of peace. We never need to feel that we are alone or unloved in the Lord’s service, because we never are. We can feel the love of God. The Savior has promised angels on our left and our right, to bear us up. And He always keeps His word."

—President Henry B. Eyring, "Mountains to Climb", General Conference, Apr. 2012

HE IS RISEN!

Church Easter Campaign April 6th- 8th ~ Spread the WORD!

What can YOU do?

~Tell others!! And visit mormon.org/easter or facebook.com/mormon on Friday, Saturday or Sunday this weekend!

~ Look for the YouTube ads and visit mormon.org/easter.

~ On Friday, Saturday, or Sunday visit mormon.org/easter and share YOUR feelings about Jesus Christ.

"This will be a unique opportunity for Church members to engage in conversations with those not of our faith about the importance of Jesus Christ in the lives of God's children."