Hi, ladies! I know it's been awhile since you've heard from me, but a LOT has been going on around here. Most importantly, I received some blessed news on Monday morning... I'm pregnant! I cry as I type those words because it has been years that my husband and I have tried for a second child. I have a very strange medical anomoly known as a unicornuate uterus, which means I have half a uterus with only one fallopian tube. This has been the reason for my three miscarriages, one of which was ectopic, and also for the difficulty in conceiving. So, needless to say, we are very apprehensive, but SO excited. Of my now FIVE pregnancies, Kylie (our 5-year-old daughter) and this one are the only ones to show as positive on an at-home pregnancy test, so we are extra hopeful with this one. I'm currently awaiting a phone call from my doctor's office to tell me of the results of my blood tests from yesterday. This will tell us of the viability of this pregnancy. Please, please, please keep us in your prayers!
More good news: On October 27th, my 3rd nephew, Connor, was born! He is son #2 to my younger brother and his wife, my best friend, Angela. I couldn't be happier for them. Baby is well, but Mommy is feeling a little rough. She is battling high blood pressure, infected ducts in her breasts among many other post-pardum irritations. So any and all prayers for them would also be appreciated.
P.s. This is the family who I am trying to get to go to church with Kylie and me. Angela says she feels the need to bring her boys up in church, but simply does not want to commit to going. She is a believer, but has no relationship with God. I will continue to pray for Jesus to guide her heart toward Him and to do right by her children in bringing them up with Jesus in their heart and His word on their mind.
P.s.s. The same prayer is still needed for my husband, Dave!
Thanks, girls! ;)
Love you all,
Beth
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Fireproof
Last weekend, Dave and I went to see the movie, Fireproof. We are at a vulnerable point in our marriage - let's just say we're open to suggestions - and I was hoping an answer or two might reveal itself during the course of the movie. Well, did it ever! The Love Dare alone was worth the cost of admission.
Cheryl Baugh has added this challenge to her page and I am following along. (check it out: www.profbaugh.blogspot.com)
Now, I did stumble a bit at the start (it took me 3 days to complete Day 1. I laugh while I type this - Day 1 is "Don't say anything negative to your partner for the whole day." You wouldn't think this would be that hard, but you might be wrong - I was. I made it until 5:30 pm on the first attempt and then Wham! it just fell out of my mouth. I thought, darn it! I'll have to try again tomorrow... Attempt #2 failed before I left for work in the morning :( So on day 3, I successfully went an entire day without saying a single negative thing to my husband. I don't think he noticed it, but we had a very pleasant day and we've had several days like that since. I love the awareness this has brought. I had no idea the number of times in any given day I have a negative word on the tip of my tongue!
Now, I'm not a shrew or a bully, but like many people I have gotten caught up in the stress of everyday life and my husband seems to have an invisible bullseye on him where all my aggression and irritation like to target.
I want to encourage anyone who hasn't already, to go see this movie and do the Love Dare! It is such a great way to revitalize a relationship and I'm so glad God has brought this wonderful tool into my marriage.
Much love,
Mrs. Mills :)
Cheryl Baugh has added this challenge to her page and I am following along. (check it out: www.profbaugh.blogspot.com)
Now, I did stumble a bit at the start (it took me 3 days to complete Day 1. I laugh while I type this - Day 1 is "Don't say anything negative to your partner for the whole day." You wouldn't think this would be that hard, but you might be wrong - I was. I made it until 5:30 pm on the first attempt and then Wham! it just fell out of my mouth. I thought, darn it! I'll have to try again tomorrow... Attempt #2 failed before I left for work in the morning :( So on day 3, I successfully went an entire day without saying a single negative thing to my husband. I don't think he noticed it, but we had a very pleasant day and we've had several days like that since. I love the awareness this has brought. I had no idea the number of times in any given day I have a negative word on the tip of my tongue!
Now, I'm not a shrew or a bully, but like many people I have gotten caught up in the stress of everyday life and my husband seems to have an invisible bullseye on him where all my aggression and irritation like to target.
I want to encourage anyone who hasn't already, to go see this movie and do the Love Dare! It is such a great way to revitalize a relationship and I'm so glad God has brought this wonderful tool into my marriage.
Much love,
Mrs. Mills :)
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Down in My Heart
Recently, my husband and I are driving through the streets of St. Charles with our unusually quiet, 5-year-old daughter in the back seat. Just as we began to wonder "Why has she gone this long without talking?", a little voice from behind us says, "Guess what, guys. I know where God is." I say, "Oh, yeah? Where?" She replies, "Well, he's in two places – he's up there (as she points to the blue sky) AND he's in my heart." she says with a huge, proud smile. I choke up and say, "That's right, baby. He is! And how do you know that?" She tells me, "Because Maw Maw told me. Maw Maw sings that song Down in My Heart because that's where God is. He's in everybody's heart!”
So thank you, Maw Maw. Thank you for bringing Him into her mind and heart through that lovely song.
So thank you, Maw Maw. Thank you for bringing Him into her mind and heart through that lovely song.
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Life in St. Charles
Hello, all. I'm thrilled to report that my mom is safely back at home as of Friday evening. The doctors did several tests and she did have a minor surgery, but all went well. The doctors, unfortunately, were still not able to diagnose the original problem, so we're still praying that her symptoms will subside. For all the well-wishes and prayers, my family and I thank you!
Things have been pretty exciting in Suburbia lately. Kylie joined a soccer team and has her first practice and game this week. The hot pink jerseys and knee-high socks are too adorable! Not to mention the itty bitty cleats and the miniature soccer ball. Dave and I had her out in the backyard practicing and let me tell ya - the girl's got talent. :) Watch out Beckham!
On Thursday, I spent a couple of hours in her Kindergarten classroom. (I try not to be THAT mom, but I really just wanted to see how she interacts with the teacher and her fellow classmates.) My concerns that she would be behind the other kids were quickly eased when I began to see the things they were working on. Things like learning letter sounds and learning to recognize numbers... Kylie can read many books and is quite good at math! Now my worry is that she will not be challenged and may get bored and become problematic or worse, grow to dislike school. When we talk about her day she doesn't like talking about the assignments. She only wants to talk about her friends and playtime. Do any of you have some advice on how to handle this situation? I'm not saying she's too smart for the class, but I do know that she is not being challenged on a scholastic level.
Today is Sunday, of Labor Day Weekend, and my brothers, sisters-in-law, my nephew, Brady, Dave, Kylie and I are gathering at my mom's for a good ol' fashion BBQ. The kids are ready to swim and have some outdoor fun. I hope you all are able to spend time with your loved ones and please... don't work too hard! Happy Labor Day!
Love,
Elizabeth
P.s. Please remember to keep the City of New Orleans, its neighboring cities and their residents in your prayers. Gustav is coming and its not looking good... :(
Things have been pretty exciting in Suburbia lately. Kylie joined a soccer team and has her first practice and game this week. The hot pink jerseys and knee-high socks are too adorable! Not to mention the itty bitty cleats and the miniature soccer ball. Dave and I had her out in the backyard practicing and let me tell ya - the girl's got talent. :) Watch out Beckham!
On Thursday, I spent a couple of hours in her Kindergarten classroom. (I try not to be THAT mom, but I really just wanted to see how she interacts with the teacher and her fellow classmates.) My concerns that she would be behind the other kids were quickly eased when I began to see the things they were working on. Things like learning letter sounds and learning to recognize numbers... Kylie can read many books and is quite good at math! Now my worry is that she will not be challenged and may get bored and become problematic or worse, grow to dislike school. When we talk about her day she doesn't like talking about the assignments. She only wants to talk about her friends and playtime. Do any of you have some advice on how to handle this situation? I'm not saying she's too smart for the class, but I do know that she is not being challenged on a scholastic level.
Today is Sunday, of Labor Day Weekend, and my brothers, sisters-in-law, my nephew, Brady, Dave, Kylie and I are gathering at my mom's for a good ol' fashion BBQ. The kids are ready to swim and have some outdoor fun. I hope you all are able to spend time with your loved ones and please... don't work too hard! Happy Labor Day!
Love,
Elizabeth
P.s. Please remember to keep the City of New Orleans, its neighboring cities and their residents in your prayers. Gustav is coming and its not looking good... :(
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Miss Y'all!
To all my Siestas,
I wanted to tell you all what a wonderful time I had in San Antonio and how grateful I am to have met you all. I made some dear friends in just a few short days and I plan to keep those friendships forever. Every single woman I met has a dear place in my heart and I feel so blessed for the time we had together.
I would also like to request your prayers for my mother. My mom was in a car accident in 1987 which left her paralyzed from the chest down. She is bound to a wheelchair, but she is a strong, independent and beautiful woman with a spirit to match. She has been ill for a couple of weeks and her illness has stumped the doctors (she's good at that!). So, on Monday, she was admitted to the hospital for testing. In the hospital they will be doing a CT scan along with multiple other tests to determine a diagnosis. The doctor feels that surgery may be necessary and because of her disability, surgeries are riskier than usual. Please pray for a simple diagnosis and that surgery is not needed.
Again, it was wonderful meeting you all and I am so looking forward to seeing you in the future!
Love,
Elizabeth (Beth)
P.s. I'm happy to report that I had no sore muscles on Sunday after my shenanigans with the splits!
I wanted to tell you all what a wonderful time I had in San Antonio and how grateful I am to have met you all. I made some dear friends in just a few short days and I plan to keep those friendships forever. Every single woman I met has a dear place in my heart and I feel so blessed for the time we had together.
I would also like to request your prayers for my mother. My mom was in a car accident in 1987 which left her paralyzed from the chest down. She is bound to a wheelchair, but she is a strong, independent and beautiful woman with a spirit to match. She has been ill for a couple of weeks and her illness has stumped the doctors (she's good at that!). So, on Monday, she was admitted to the hospital for testing. In the hospital they will be doing a CT scan along with multiple other tests to determine a diagnosis. The doctor feels that surgery may be necessary and because of her disability, surgeries are riskier than usual. Please pray for a simple diagnosis and that surgery is not needed.
Again, it was wonderful meeting you all and I am so looking forward to seeing you in the future!
Love,
Elizabeth (Beth)
P.s. I'm happy to report that I had no sore muscles on Sunday after my shenanigans with the splits!
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Grateful for Grateful
So, my mother-in-law invited me to blog about something I'm grateful for and I immediately thought, "Oh, the choices..."
Do I tell about my amazing, wonderful and beautiful little girl? Because not a day goes by that I don't thank the Lord for her – yeah, I'm grateful.
Or maybe I could write about how fortunate I am to have a family who lives near me and a mother, father, brothers and sisters-in-law who love me very much. I'm really grateful for them.
Or how about my job? I'm lucky enough to love what I do – and I'm good at it! How great is that?!
But I knew, almost immediately, what I was most grateful for at the time. Her. I'm soooo thankful for her.
Almost ten years ago, a 20-year-old redhead came into her life. It was a slow and tentative start to what would turn out to be a very important and very sincere relationship between us. I had all the same nerves as any daughter-in-law-to-be has ("I hope she knows how much I love him..." "I hope she knows I'd never hurt him..." "I hope they approve...", etc.).
Well, safe to say, she does know how much I love him, she does know I'd never hurt him and I do know they approve! I never would've imagined we'd come this far – great friends and confidantes. I wish the term was "Mother-in-heart" instead of "law". Because it is certainly not law that binds us.
My mother-in-heart has done some amazing things for my family. From hours upon hours of advice (she should've logged them and invoiced me!) to Island Princess Birthday Parties. But the most wonderful thing my mother-in-law has given me is her patience and guidance in leading me to God. She has not wavered, she has not judged and she has never given up on me. She says it's not her – it's Him, but He was there all along and I still wasn't listening. Thankfully, our God is a smart God and He knew: There's one person with whom she can't roll her eyes and ignore. One person who makes her listen – Tammy! And so with her help and patience and diligence, she led me to Him. And thanks be to God (and Tammy) that my water has been poured and my voids have been filled. That is what I've been searching for. That feeling. That fulfillment. That love.
So, thank you, Tammy. I'm now eagerly awaiting my opportunity to be baptized. I've chosen to do it in Atlanta with Tammy and at her church since they were both a HUGE factor in this wonderful decision. It is now my turn to provide guidance and undying patience to my husband. Unfortunately he has not yet shared this journey, but I emphasize yet.
With a thankful heart,
Elizabeth
Do I tell about my amazing, wonderful and beautiful little girl? Because not a day goes by that I don't thank the Lord for her – yeah, I'm grateful.
Or maybe I could write about how fortunate I am to have a family who lives near me and a mother, father, brothers and sisters-in-law who love me very much. I'm really grateful for them.
Or how about my job? I'm lucky enough to love what I do – and I'm good at it! How great is that?!
But I knew, almost immediately, what I was most grateful for at the time. Her. I'm soooo thankful for her.
Almost ten years ago, a 20-year-old redhead came into her life. It was a slow and tentative start to what would turn out to be a very important and very sincere relationship between us. I had all the same nerves as any daughter-in-law-to-be has ("I hope she knows how much I love him..." "I hope she knows I'd never hurt him..." "I hope they approve...", etc.).
Well, safe to say, she does know how much I love him, she does know I'd never hurt him and I do know they approve! I never would've imagined we'd come this far – great friends and confidantes. I wish the term was "Mother-in-heart" instead of "law". Because it is certainly not law that binds us.
My mother-in-heart has done some amazing things for my family. From hours upon hours of advice (she should've logged them and invoiced me!) to Island Princess Birthday Parties. But the most wonderful thing my mother-in-law has given me is her patience and guidance in leading me to God. She has not wavered, she has not judged and she has never given up on me. She says it's not her – it's Him, but He was there all along and I still wasn't listening. Thankfully, our God is a smart God and He knew: There's one person with whom she can't roll her eyes and ignore. One person who makes her listen – Tammy! And so with her help and patience and diligence, she led me to Him. And thanks be to God (and Tammy) that my water has been poured and my voids have been filled. That is what I've been searching for. That feeling. That fulfillment. That love.
So, thank you, Tammy. I'm now eagerly awaiting my opportunity to be baptized. I've chosen to do it in Atlanta with Tammy and at her church since they were both a HUGE factor in this wonderful decision. It is now my turn to provide guidance and undying patience to my husband. Unfortunately he has not yet shared this journey, but I emphasize yet.
With a thankful heart,
Elizabeth
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