Thoughts about a name...

Since we found out just over a week ago that we're having a boy, we've had several conversations about names. We haven't settled on one for sure, but are getting close. We haven't decided yet whether we'll share the name we pick, but with so many weeks to go, I think it might get hard to keep the secret!

Before we knew whether we would ever have children, when we were praying and waiting to see what the Lord had for us, I poured over scripture to see what the Lord had to say about having children. As I read, I was struck by how much the Lord speaks about names and what they mean in His Word. Names must have a special significance. So we've decided that our child's name will have special significance as well.

I want our child to have a name that will be appropriate for whatever the Lord chooses for him. Whether he gives his life to ministry, becomes a doctor, a businessman, a lawyer, is a professional athlete, musician, works with his hands, or becomes something I couldn't even dream, I want the name to fit.

Pray with and for us as we prepare for our little guy to join our family. We want not only to be prepared with a great name, but with a home and relationship that is dedicated to the Lord.

Growing Tummy!

I thought everyone might want to see how I am growing. I am now 19 weeks along. It is strange to put on shirts that used to be a little loose and find that they are getting tight! I can't wait to find out if this little one is a girl or a boy. Neither Shane nor I have a guess...I think I'll be surprised either way. We should find out the end of next week so stay tuned...

My "Old" Kentucky Home

The front of the house...
The backyard...
Right as you walk in the front door...
The living room...

And the dining room/kitchen.

More of the House

Looking upstairs into the loft...

The loft...

Our (very green) bathroom...

And our bedroom. There are no pictures on the walls yet, and we left all the paint as it was. It is all generally neutral, except the bathroom - you just can't tell how bright it is in the picture!! The baby's room is fairly empty, so I'll add pictures of it when it's ready for our little one...

Packing Up and Moving

Thank you dearly to everyone who helped us move and say goodbye to Missouri! Every box you packed, corner you cleaned, wall you painted (thanks, Jackson), and dog you entertained meant so much to us! We couldn't have done it without you. We miss you all and can't wait for our first visit back...

Thanksgiving Day in Pekin

We were so glad to get to spend Thanksgiving with Shane's family in Pekin. We got to talk about all our news and see many of Shane's extended family. This is us with Judy and Lee, and Wes and Brooke.

Fun with Lainey

Nikki, Lindsey, and I spent an evening together at Lindsey's in Lebanon. It was wonderful to finally meet Lainey, Nikki's little one. She is a doll!