December 4, 2012

So much has been going on that I have not been able to post as I usually would like. There have been some changes in our home. Good ones. Due to certain circumstances, our niece, Cortney has come to live with us.  It was an emotional ride to get here for sure. Things are great and we are settling in.

Cortney is 14, and just 17 days younger than Samuel. They have already been asked if they are twins. I think it's funny. I almost told one person yes and they are 17 days apart...but decided not too. :)

Cortney has been a dear part of our life for many years. She has stayed with us many times for long extended visits. She has always had a special place in our hearts. We are excited that she is here with us!

Rebecca's foot has healed wonderfully well. It is hardly noticeable now. She is able to walk and run normally now. The only thing we noticed is a little range motion loss in her pinkey toe. It does not hinder her at all. It was such a rough experience for her. I hope she that is the worst she ever has to endure.

Carl seems to be suffering from all the changes in our home. With Cassia coming in August and now Cortney coming I think he feels left out. He acts out quite a bit and it takes a good deal of patients to get through the day. I hope soon things for him calm down and he finds his place and realizes we still love him bunches!

Samuel is doing great. He has decided he does not like braces after all. lol But he knows in the end he will be glad he got them. He has taken over as bass player at church and still fills in on the drums. He has been playing more on the piano as well and I am just amazed at the talent he has! He is doing a GREAT job!

It's a cool morning here and I am waiting for it to warm up! Being chilled hurts my joints quite a bit. Today is supposed to be warm, then temps will drop again to the 50's. We are hoping we see snow soon. Cortney is hoping for a huge snow. Maybe she will get her wish...it's possible here in Virginia!

Today we will be baking cookies. Cortney gets her first lesson in cooking today! I think she is a little excited! :)