NAME THIS MOVIE:
"We don't read and write poetry because it's cute. We read and write poetry because we are members of the human race. And the human race is filled with passion. And medicine, law, business, engineering, these are noble pursuits and necessary to sustain life. But poetry, beauty, romance, love, these are what we stay alive for. To quote from Whitman, "O me! O life!... of the questions of these recurring; of the endless trains of the faithless... of cities filled with the foolish; what good amid these, O me, O life?" Answer. That you are here - that life exists, and identity; that the powerful play goes on and you may contribute a verse. That the powerful play *goes on* and you may contribute a verse. What will your verse be?"
"I stand on my desk to remind myself that we must constantly look at things in a different way......the world looks very different from up here. You don't believe me? Come see for yourselves! Just when you think you know something, you have to look at it in another way....even though it may seem silly or wrong....you must try."
Did you guess it? These quotes were taken from.......drum roll......
Dead Poets Society (1989) - Awwww yes, the Robin Williams prep school English teacher and his infamous lessons. Kind of reminds me of my high school English teacher actually.....anyone dare to guess his name? (Nimitz High School '02)
I love being transformed daily as I study God's living word. Reading renews my mind. So does prayer, meditation, and Yoga.
Another book-turned-movie that comes to mind is Eat. Pray. Love. (Elizabeth Gilbert / Julia Roberts) If you haven't read or seen this one - it's a good one! It's also heavy stuff; full of life lessons. But the REALLY COOL connection I've made is this:
Romans 12 (the very chapter I've named my blog after) has 3 different sub titles:
1. A Living Sacrifice - "offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God" - what is one thing we must do to remain alive in this body on earth? EAT - This verse reminds us that things on earth, such as good food, are pleasing to ourselves. But we were created to please God. This body you've been given is a holy temple, where the God of all creation wants to live and be glorified.
2. Humble Service in the Body of Christ - "do not think of yourself more highly than you ought....we have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us....serving, teaching, encouraging, giving, leading, showing mercy" - Finding our gifts and following God's will for us requires PRAYer and meditation in His Word. God wants to speak to you, but you must first seek Him.
3. LOVE in Action - this one speaks for itself - I must copy the verses found here, as they are some of my very favorite in the Bible.
"Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with the Lord's people who are in need. Practice hospitality. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited. Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge.....If your enemy is hungry, feed him.....Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good." (Romans 12:9-12)
There is so much media out there trying to buy your attention. People jump on a bandwagon and follow their favorite band, actress, author, presidential candidate, TV show, etc. Bandwagons and soapboxes aren't all bad. But I will choose to jump on one soapbox only. My soapbox is the Holy Bible. God's word. A lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path. In times of happiness and times of sorrow, it's the one book that has always been there for me. It offers love stories, crazy family drama stories, poetry, encouragement, and hope. But every story points to this truth: God created me in His image, He loves me unconditionally, and He saved me by sending His son to die for me.
How can someone not want to shout this truth from the rooftops?! Once I truly discovered God's love for me, my heart began breaking for all those who don't know His love. My desire to journal and blog about it will only grow stronger as I continue feeding this thirst for knowledge and understanding. My prayer is that it just might reach out to someone; encourage or inspire someone to come to know Him like I do.
Jesus is the one man who will never let me down. God is the king of the universe and has a "Crazy Love" for us that only few truly come to comprehend.
If you're searching for a Crazy Love like this, please visit http://crazylovebook.com.
Sunday, May 13, 2012
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
The Perfect Dress
The image of this perfect dress came to me as I laid awake in bed one evening. I wanted to share my sketch with you before it becomes too colorful and ornate. The verse that accompanies this idea is from Colossians 3:12-14. "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity."
I've been reading a book titled The Beautiful Wife, by Sandy Ralya. It is- yet another- life changing piece of work that God has placed in my path recently. One thing I'm learning is to take off the masks that women tend to hide behind. Three masks Ralya mentions are:
1. Superwoman - trying to please everybody so that you may find favor and acceptance (and forgetting whom we should truly be serving daily- be it your Lord, your husband, your children, or just taking time to renew yourself)
2. Material Girl - giving in to what the world advertises - "Money can buy you happiness! The right stuff is all you need! Everything is bigger in Texas! Everything is better with coffee/ice cream/you name it/fill in your blank!"
3. The Perfect Ten - portraying an image of perfection - "I have it all together. I've got life by the tail. I'm totally in control and blessed by God. I'll do it myself....and I'll succeed." (Quiet Confidence is a good thing; Pride will ruin a person. Quiet Confidence comes from the Holy Spirit; Pride is a deadly sin.)
Taking off our masks can be scary because we don't want others to see the real us. The REAL me is not capable of super powers. The REAL me will never be truly fulfilled with the purchase of a new car. The REAL me is not perfect. The real me needs only one thing for sustained JOY and PEACE in this great adventure of life, and that is the LOVE of my Heavenly Father. Sharing that love with others brings me joy as well. I hope you find peace, joy, and love today.
That beautiful dress may call your name as you walk by. But remember this: the woman wearing that dress has been specifically and intricately crafted by the hand of God. The woman in the dress is the TRUE BEAUTY.
Friday, May 4, 2012
Who Am I?
- The cheerleader who hung out with the band nerds....because deep down I was one of them.
- The friend who was shy until you got to know me. Then it's Katie, bar the door! Literally ;)
- The older sister who was bossy. But my younger brother is loved more than he'll ever know.
- The daughter who would fold, in tears, from just a look of disapproval.
- The wife who will follow my love to the ends of the earth. And back. And back again.
- The teacher who's best tool was Love and Logic.
- The mom who is hopelessly devoted. (thanks for that one, Sandra Dee)
- The singer and dancer who will never go public with my "skills" - only the few and the proud will ever see them in full swing.
- The student who never wants to stop reading, researching, learning.
- The writer who can pour her heart out on paper like it's going out of style.
- The traveler who has a long bucket list. Includes learning the languages of others.
- The country girl who loves dogs, horses and wide open spaces. And the city girl who loves being surrounded by big family and good friends.
- The foodie who has fun in the kitchen. (Baking can happen in the sun too. And it's glorious.)
- The sports fanatic that can leave or take the nightly TV watching of the game but remain a lifetime follower.
- The ice cream connoisseur that will advertise Blue Bell in the blink of an eye.
Who am I?
Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."
(John 14:6)
Let us walk as Jesus did. Shine a little light. It will reach further than you ever thought possible.
Monday, April 30, 2012
Not a Fan
I'm writing to tell you how I'm not a fan of Jesus. Nope. I'm a FOLLOWER of Jesus. I recently discovered the difference as our church has been diving into this book by Kyle Idleman. Allow me to share my testimony about this amazing journey! (Please keep reading. This book could change your life too.)
So, I was baptized when I was younger and I've always attended church on a pretty regular basis. I grew up attending the exact same church that my mom attended all her life. In fact, my AMAZING grandfather helped build this church from the ground up when it was founded. People there know all about the great (and not so great) past of our entire family. I always felt like Oak View Baptist Church was my home away from home. I am still in love with the members there, and I will always be grateful for the firm foundation it provided for me and my husband (because yes, that's where we met, grew up together, and were married.)
Now, along life's journey it's pretty much inevitable that when people grow up, they move away from their home city and start a new "life" with their marriage partner. In the past 7 years of marriage, we have moved to 2 different cities, experienced some pretty crazy roller coasters of career paths, had a baby, and found a new church home. Along the way, I've felt like a follower of Jesus and I've done my best to carry out His commands and seek His will for me. However, the past ONE YEAR of my life has been the craziest yet! (And by far, the best.) You see, when my precious son was born, everything changed. (You can read my previous blog post for a glimmer of insight.) No longer did my teaching career remain the focal point that I always thought it was. As Queen states in Bohemian Rhapsody: "Nothing really matters....to me." That's how I felt about everything OTHER THAN my family life. (Don't judge me please....this was definitely flawed thinking!)
The one awesome thing about life turning upside down when you have kids- you see more purpose in life than you've ever seen before. You can relate better to your middle school students, your mom, and your grandparents. You can relate to Mary at Christmas-time. You can relate to God's relationship with Jesus, His one and only son, at Easter. You experience a type of LOVE that was only semi-clear before you entered parenthood. So when a conglomeration of life-changing events come together at ONE MOMENT (the moment of truth!) - which road do you take?
I chose the road less traveled. I chose to surrender EVERYTHING to my Savior. (my Lord, my all-knowing, all-powerful, loving God who knit me together in my mother's womb.)
What do I mean by everything? I surrendered my own selfish desires, my own way of thinking, my opinions that had previously been formed about things. Idleman says, "A fan will try and accept the invitation of Christ to follow, but they don't want to say no to themselves.....The idea here is that you do not even acknowledge or recognize your own existence." (p. 143) You rid yourself of any controlling tendencies you have.
After facing the moment of truth and CHOOSING to follow JESUS, my life changed. My priorities changed, and I was able to experience a TRUE LOVE for God. Bible verses that I had memorized and heard 1,000 times in my life suddenly became more alive within my soul. In these few short weeks, He has shown me the true meaning of discipleship.
"Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me." (Luke 9:23)
My name is Katie Tuttle, and I am not a fan.
So, I was baptized when I was younger and I've always attended church on a pretty regular basis. I grew up attending the exact same church that my mom attended all her life. In fact, my AMAZING grandfather helped build this church from the ground up when it was founded. People there know all about the great (and not so great) past of our entire family. I always felt like Oak View Baptist Church was my home away from home. I am still in love with the members there, and I will always be grateful for the firm foundation it provided for me and my husband (because yes, that's where we met, grew up together, and were married.)
Now, along life's journey it's pretty much inevitable that when people grow up, they move away from their home city and start a new "life" with their marriage partner. In the past 7 years of marriage, we have moved to 2 different cities, experienced some pretty crazy roller coasters of career paths, had a baby, and found a new church home. Along the way, I've felt like a follower of Jesus and I've done my best to carry out His commands and seek His will for me. However, the past ONE YEAR of my life has been the craziest yet! (And by far, the best.) You see, when my precious son was born, everything changed. (You can read my previous blog post for a glimmer of insight.) No longer did my teaching career remain the focal point that I always thought it was. As Queen states in Bohemian Rhapsody: "Nothing really matters....to me." That's how I felt about everything OTHER THAN my family life. (Don't judge me please....this was definitely flawed thinking!)
The one awesome thing about life turning upside down when you have kids- you see more purpose in life than you've ever seen before. You can relate better to your middle school students, your mom, and your grandparents. You can relate to Mary at Christmas-time. You can relate to God's relationship with Jesus, His one and only son, at Easter. You experience a type of LOVE that was only semi-clear before you entered parenthood. So when a conglomeration of life-changing events come together at ONE MOMENT (the moment of truth!) - which road do you take?
I chose the road less traveled. I chose to surrender EVERYTHING to my Savior. (my Lord, my all-knowing, all-powerful, loving God who knit me together in my mother's womb.)
What do I mean by everything? I surrendered my own selfish desires, my own way of thinking, my opinions that had previously been formed about things. Idleman says, "A fan will try and accept the invitation of Christ to follow, but they don't want to say no to themselves.....The idea here is that you do not even acknowledge or recognize your own existence." (p. 143) You rid yourself of any controlling tendencies you have.
After facing the moment of truth and CHOOSING to follow JESUS, my life changed. My priorities changed, and I was able to experience a TRUE LOVE for God. Bible verses that I had memorized and heard 1,000 times in my life suddenly became more alive within my soul. In these few short weeks, He has shown me the true meaning of discipleship.
"Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me." (Luke 9:23)
My name is Katie Tuttle, and I am not a fan.
Saturday, January 28, 2012
New Mom, New Perspectives
Wow, I haven’t blogged since before Robbie was born! What a crazy ride I’ve been on. I’m not here to type all about what it’s like to become a mother – some of you have been there and you know how it feels; others of you would not be able to understand or relate. I’m typing today to pour out my thoughts about the new perspectives I’ve gained recently BECAUSE of the fact that I’m a new mom. This blog is used for sharing my experiences and opinions about life on earth as a woman of God.
Right after Robbie was born, life changed. I became solely focused on providing for his needs….and this is exactly what is supposed to happen…..to a degree. I took the advice of others and tried to take some “me” time and my husband and I would go on date nights. These short-lived events would let us catch our breath and re-connect with each other, and life was good.
Little did I know that my looming state of exhaustion would have such an affect on my emotions. Clouds were darkening behind the scenes of my soul. It’s like Satan was pulling me further and further off course without me realizing it. Life was still good and I enjoyed every minute I had with Derek and Robbie after work and on weekends, but my attitude about everything else stunk! I kept holding a pity party for myself….the poor working mom who can’t seem to get it all together. Something had to give.
What kept me going? “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord. “Plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11) I started dreaming of a better future. (Maybe one that included quitting work and staying home.) We all know the “grass is greener”….but dreams are all about a glimmer of hope that just maybe the grass truly is greener! Hence the word: DREAM.
Anyway, let’s not dwell on the past. Basically, two things happened that pulled me out of the funk. I started working out again (Yes! Endorphin Rush!) and I reduced the number of times I nursed each day. The combination of these events threw me into a state of “hyped up on Mountain Dew” energy and a “rose-colored outlook on life” over night. Seriously! I never knew that working out had that much of an impact on my emotional state! (And I didn’t know that my body was working so much overtime as it was producing food for my baby.)
After this 7-month roller coaster (because Robbie Mac turned 7 months yesterday!) I have a few new perspectives about life:
1. The mind/body connection is REAL so get those endorphins going, people!!
2. News Flash! Family and friends exist for the sole purpose of supporting one another. (That was God’s intention for creating this thing called relationships.) So if you ever find yourself in a bubble/isolated/feeling alone in the world/not wanting to get out of the house/needing an intervention – then get on Facebook and create your own intervention party event and invite everyone you know that might be the slightest bit interested in helping out a friend. Believe me, it will work.
:)
Right after Robbie was born, life changed. I became solely focused on providing for his needs….and this is exactly what is supposed to happen…..to a degree. I took the advice of others and tried to take some “me” time and my husband and I would go on date nights. These short-lived events would let us catch our breath and re-connect with each other, and life was good.
Little did I know that my looming state of exhaustion would have such an affect on my emotions. Clouds were darkening behind the scenes of my soul. It’s like Satan was pulling me further and further off course without me realizing it. Life was still good and I enjoyed every minute I had with Derek and Robbie after work and on weekends, but my attitude about everything else stunk! I kept holding a pity party for myself….the poor working mom who can’t seem to get it all together. Something had to give.
What kept me going? “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord. “Plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11) I started dreaming of a better future. (Maybe one that included quitting work and staying home.) We all know the “grass is greener”….but dreams are all about a glimmer of hope that just maybe the grass truly is greener! Hence the word: DREAM.
Anyway, let’s not dwell on the past. Basically, two things happened that pulled me out of the funk. I started working out again (Yes! Endorphin Rush!) and I reduced the number of times I nursed each day. The combination of these events threw me into a state of “hyped up on Mountain Dew” energy and a “rose-colored outlook on life” over night. Seriously! I never knew that working out had that much of an impact on my emotional state! (And I didn’t know that my body was working so much overtime as it was producing food for my baby.)
After this 7-month roller coaster (because Robbie Mac turned 7 months yesterday!) I have a few new perspectives about life:
1. The mind/body connection is REAL so get those endorphins going, people!!
2. News Flash! Family and friends exist for the sole purpose of supporting one another. (That was God’s intention for creating this thing called relationships.) So if you ever find yourself in a bubble/isolated/feeling alone in the world/not wanting to get out of the house/needing an intervention – then get on Facebook and create your own intervention party event and invite everyone you know that might be the slightest bit interested in helping out a friend. Believe me, it will work.
:)
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Take it Easy
As the Eagles would say, "don't let the sound of your own wheels drive you crazy."
I'm learning to slow myself down right now! Some people tend to live in the fast lane, but others tend to be more laid back and just go with the flow. I've been stuck in the fast lane for too long now! Sometimes I blame it on life as a teacher- life in a big city- or just my personality. I have to remind myself daily to take a deep breath and move a little bit slower so I can enjoy the time I have on earth. God didn't put us here to "get in, get out, and get on with it." He put us here to build relationships, learn from each other, and LOVE.
Excerpts from Luke 10:25-37
"What must I do to inherit eternal life?"
"Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, strength, and mind. And love your neighbor as yourself."
Some of the most powerful words in the Bible!
I'm learning to slow myself down right now! Some people tend to live in the fast lane, but others tend to be more laid back and just go with the flow. I've been stuck in the fast lane for too long now! Sometimes I blame it on life as a teacher- life in a big city- or just my personality. I have to remind myself daily to take a deep breath and move a little bit slower so I can enjoy the time I have on earth. God didn't put us here to "get in, get out, and get on with it." He put us here to build relationships, learn from each other, and LOVE.
Excerpts from Luke 10:25-37
"What must I do to inherit eternal life?"
"Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, strength, and mind. And love your neighbor as yourself."
Some of the most powerful words in the Bible!
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Miracles Happen!
I'm not even sure where to begin.....
Basically- I'm pregnant! We just found out last week that I am about 5 or 6 weeks pregnant- and we've been "trying" since last Christmas. I knew it would take my body some time to get back to "normal" - whatever that means - but I never thought the road to getting pregnant could be so emotionally tolling. I've heard of stories about infertility issues, trying every treatment the doctors can think to give, and then praying it all works out. I kept hoping that wouldn't be my story.
Let me share my story. I started journaling and blogging last April- and I didn't know what had gotten into me. My husband thought I was going crazy, and I couldn't put my pen down! I started seeing the world with a new perspective (which you can probably tell from my previous posts.) Then life got busy again, and I didn't journal or blog as much. School started back up. I had a new job (still in education). My high-strung personality started creeping back in- slowly but surely. My mind would frequently daydream about starting a family. What would it be like? How would life change? I tried not to daydream- but that's inevitable for a girl like me.
Then one day, I had an epiphany as I was listening to a sermon or something (not quite sure of the time, date, or whereabouts.) I needed to "let go and let God." I'd heard this phrase before, but I had never tried to FULLY let go of the stress of a situation and say, "God, take this burden from me. I fully trust You because You are the creator of the universe. I have faith that you have a plan for me and my family. Prepare me for whatever that plan may be." I wanted so badly to ask for it to be a baby! But I reigned in my control as best I could. I'm way too controlling sometimes, and I needed God to help me give up that control.
Some time went by and I just kept praying. Then I went through a series of blood testing and consultations with my doctor. I was told that I would need to be put on a medication that would make me ovulate. I struggled with the news. I couldn't hold myself together one day so I just started praying again. That very night, we were out eating dinner with my in-laws and a baby at our neighboring table kept looking over at me and laughing. I couldn't help but laugh! I had this strange feeling that God was speaking to me through this small child. I left dinner with a renewed HOPE. I never cried about it again. It's almost like it vanished from my mind. Looking back, I think God was taking away my pain. He was calming me......for the storm.
Literally one week after this calming experience, we went to Broken Bow, Oklahoma for a nice relaxing weekend camping. (I know what you're thinking. Camping? Relaxing? Well- we stay in a cabin and the girls get massages while the guys go fishing. It's more of a "diva" camping experience for the ladies.) I was so relaxed, in fact, that I couldn't stay awake all weekend! I am a huge Rangers fan, and I couldn't stay awake to watch Game 1 of the American League Championship Series! In the back of my mind I kept thinking I should take a pregnancy test.
We drove home Sunday and sat around the house some more. Monday morning I went ahead and took a pregnancy test only to see a positive result! My mouth dropped and my heart started pounding. I slung the bathroom door open and waited for my husband to turn over and ask what I needed. When he finally responded (after coming out of his coma) I said, "Babe, the test showed two bars this time......" I tried not to get too excited because I really didn't think this could be possible.
Mind you- I never even had the chance to start that medication the doctor told us about. We had an appointment the following Thursday to meet with the doctor about test results and discuss the next steps.
Was this real? Did God provide a miracle?
After a few days of crying out of excitement, questioning God if this was real, and getting a "real" test from the doctor- I had pretty much run out of energy! I couldn't sleep because my mind would not shut down. How do I do everything in my power to keep this baby healthy while it grows? I laid in bed at night researching the healthy habits for pregnant women, calculating the due date, and searching baby names. Once again, my husband thought I was going crazy. But that's life, right?
I have so much to share in future blogs- but let me end with this for now. God provides miracles if we fully trust Him.
Basically- I'm pregnant! We just found out last week that I am about 5 or 6 weeks pregnant- and we've been "trying" since last Christmas. I knew it would take my body some time to get back to "normal" - whatever that means - but I never thought the road to getting pregnant could be so emotionally tolling. I've heard of stories about infertility issues, trying every treatment the doctors can think to give, and then praying it all works out. I kept hoping that wouldn't be my story.
Let me share my story. I started journaling and blogging last April- and I didn't know what had gotten into me. My husband thought I was going crazy, and I couldn't put my pen down! I started seeing the world with a new perspective (which you can probably tell from my previous posts.) Then life got busy again, and I didn't journal or blog as much. School started back up. I had a new job (still in education). My high-strung personality started creeping back in- slowly but surely. My mind would frequently daydream about starting a family. What would it be like? How would life change? I tried not to daydream- but that's inevitable for a girl like me.
Then one day, I had an epiphany as I was listening to a sermon or something (not quite sure of the time, date, or whereabouts.) I needed to "let go and let God." I'd heard this phrase before, but I had never tried to FULLY let go of the stress of a situation and say, "God, take this burden from me. I fully trust You because You are the creator of the universe. I have faith that you have a plan for me and my family. Prepare me for whatever that plan may be." I wanted so badly to ask for it to be a baby! But I reigned in my control as best I could. I'm way too controlling sometimes, and I needed God to help me give up that control.
Some time went by and I just kept praying. Then I went through a series of blood testing and consultations with my doctor. I was told that I would need to be put on a medication that would make me ovulate. I struggled with the news. I couldn't hold myself together one day so I just started praying again. That very night, we were out eating dinner with my in-laws and a baby at our neighboring table kept looking over at me and laughing. I couldn't help but laugh! I had this strange feeling that God was speaking to me through this small child. I left dinner with a renewed HOPE. I never cried about it again. It's almost like it vanished from my mind. Looking back, I think God was taking away my pain. He was calming me......for the storm.
Literally one week after this calming experience, we went to Broken Bow, Oklahoma for a nice relaxing weekend camping. (I know what you're thinking. Camping? Relaxing? Well- we stay in a cabin and the girls get massages while the guys go fishing. It's more of a "diva" camping experience for the ladies.) I was so relaxed, in fact, that I couldn't stay awake all weekend! I am a huge Rangers fan, and I couldn't stay awake to watch Game 1 of the American League Championship Series! In the back of my mind I kept thinking I should take a pregnancy test.
We drove home Sunday and sat around the house some more. Monday morning I went ahead and took a pregnancy test only to see a positive result! My mouth dropped and my heart started pounding. I slung the bathroom door open and waited for my husband to turn over and ask what I needed. When he finally responded (after coming out of his coma) I said, "Babe, the test showed two bars this time......" I tried not to get too excited because I really didn't think this could be possible.
Mind you- I never even had the chance to start that medication the doctor told us about. We had an appointment the following Thursday to meet with the doctor about test results and discuss the next steps.
Was this real? Did God provide a miracle?
After a few days of crying out of excitement, questioning God if this was real, and getting a "real" test from the doctor- I had pretty much run out of energy! I couldn't sleep because my mind would not shut down. How do I do everything in my power to keep this baby healthy while it grows? I laid in bed at night researching the healthy habits for pregnant women, calculating the due date, and searching baby names. Once again, my husband thought I was going crazy. But that's life, right?
I have so much to share in future blogs- but let me end with this for now. God provides miracles if we fully trust Him.
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