Gratitude Edition:October 2013

Quick conversation with Sara. Meeting with Laura and Kim. The first snow. Hearing from Bill. Car shopping done. Reminder from Micah - we don't do things normal and we don't need to care how it appears. Staying warm. Cuddles with M. Email from Jessie. Phone call with Colleen. A friend that knows without the words being spoken. Surprise gift from Lofton family. Settling in more. A haircut. Dinner with Herrboldt family. Getting the dresser together. Speaking up. Feeling stronger. Drive through coffee stands. Ruth and M at the parade. Seeing Becky. Cooking with Mula and Amanuel. A gathering of Ethiopian friends. Practicing grace. Apple pancakes. Reminders of what I value. Family time. A fireplace. M's writing for his siblings. Conversations with Colleen despite distance. Creating for my babes. Almond milk drink - my new addiction. Funny movies. Finishing Lady M's room almost. Carol's generosity. Leaving. Time with Beth. Refocusing. Late night talks with Micah. More pictures. 2 months in the house. Settling in more everyday. M getting tech time - me getting uninterrupted work time. Purging things. Sandy G. Help with parenting. Meeting with Kim. Prayers and hugs. Being able to cry. Reflecting. Play dates and backseat laughter. Seeing Colleen and Van. Frozen yogurt. Jon. House projects complete. Day with Micah. Family dinner. Chalkboard encouragement. Heart talks with M. regarding his birth family. My sweet boys heart. Feeling more secure. Submitted to Embassy! Glimpse at my babes. Afternoon visit with Kim. Dinner with Becky. Reminders of truth. Message about Lady M. A cute Popeye. Alternative celebration. Pizza and cuddling with M.