tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2021428260348815452024-02-18T20:41:46.160-06:00Terra's TuneI am a wife, mother, daughter, musician, photographer, a friend, and a girl who hopelessly loves the Lord! God' goodness is the tune that my heart sings to!Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.comBlogger354125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-27606013741297472712015-08-27T13:37:00.001-05:002015-08-27T13:37:22.777-05:00New Blog!Hello! Just letting all of you lovely followers know that I have moved to a new and improved blog! <br />
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I said it in a voice that tried to convey how serious I was. The looks on their little faces were priceless. First world problems mixed with the stubbornness of toddlers and preschoolers... they weren't buying it. I handed my two oldest (a 4 year old and an almost 3 year old) each a paper towel and began squirting the windows with cleaner. <br />
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<i><b>"Let's work on helping Mom clean today."</b></i><br />
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They looked down at the paper towel, looked at me, looked at each other, smirked, and started rubbing the windows. <br />
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So far.. so good.<br />
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As they quietly worked on the task at hand, I knew I needed to explain why it's important to get quiet during the day. Have you ever tried to explain quietness to a wiggly toddler? Especially a BOY toddler? I want them so badly to understand that we get quiet so that we can listen. Listen to Mom, listen to each other, and most importantly listen to God. In my book, someones character becomes evident in the simple fact of how well they listen.<br />
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I then began to explain how quietness helps us listen to God. Knowing (as an adult) that this fact of life is crucial, I want to instill it in my children. But honestly trying to explain it to a little toddler is hard. I resign myself to the fact that about 20% of what I am already fumbling to say is being absorbed. Hopeful that the truth they heard will one day stick, I send them off to go and play without any television.<br />
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As the minutes go by I begin to hear a conversation between my two oldest through the baby monitor. <br />
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<b>Sterling:<i> I wants to watch TV.</i></b><br />
<b>Selah: <i>No bub, Mom said we have to listen to God.</i></b><br />
<b>Sterling: <i>No.</i></b><br />
<b>Selah: <i>Yes.</i></b><br />
<b>Sterling:<i> Puz (cause), Why?</i></b><br />
<b>Selah: <i>Because He wants us to listen. Remember, she said that He wants to talk to us.</i></b><br />
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A little flicker of pride swells up in my heart. 20% absorption, folks. My kids may turn out alright after all!! <br />
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After some time I hear little feet run up behind me. I turn around and a concerned Selah hands me a walkie talkie. <br />
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<b>Mom: <i>What's wrong?</i></b><br />
<b>Selah: <i>It needs batteries.</i></b><br />
<b>Mom: <i>No, it seems to be working fine. See! The light is on. That means the batteries are working.</i></b><br />
<b>Selah: <i>But why is God not answering me? (yelling into it) GOD?!? Do you hear me?</i></b><br />
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I could not help but burst out laughing as I hugged my sweet girl, affirming and encouraging her. I want and need her to know how much I love her heart. I can only imagine the deep belly laugh that took place in heaven when God himself saw what took place. He has the utmost compassion for me as I fumble my way through explaining things to my kids.<br />
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Life can be challenging these days. I know I am not alone because I see the millions of "mommy" articles out there that try and encourage women just like you and me. Tired and desperately clinging to the hope that we are making a difference. As I get quiet at night, my mind races. Quietness is often hard for adults. Not because we are wiggly but because our reality is glaringly obvious in those moments. When we aren't distracted by television, our jobs, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and the natural hustle and bustle of our culture, we are left with who we truly are and what our life looks like. That very thing can engulf a person if they aren't then seeking out God in the quietness. If my thirst for God doesn't drown out the world, then often times I fall asleep feeling defeated because I didn't do this or that or whatever the circumstance may be. <br />
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Prayer and reading God's word is a sweet and simple concoction that fuels my soul when the depths of me feel like a desert. We all need quiet. Are you being quiet with God? Or are you running to and fro with a walkie talkie in hand desperately yelling at God to respond? Take a moment and take your finger off of the button and listen. Put down the enlightening articles on Facebook and pick up the most important book ever written. He has something to tell us. <br />
<br />Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-67836090810537701502014-10-31T10:20:00.000-05:002014-10-31T10:20:09.359-05:00Selah turns 4!We had a great time celebrating Selah Grace turning 4 years old! I cannot believe how fast the time has flown on by! The menu included: Banana cream cupcakes with cream cheese frosting, hand painted sugar cookies, caramel apples, potato soup, sante fe soup and all the fixins, peach tea, lemonade, smores, and last but not least... a popcorn machine! I absolutely adore throwing birthday parties for my kids. The party included pumpkin decorating, a bon fire, and a fun photo booth. This party was jammed packed with autumn decor and touches of shimmery gold in honor of the little princess in our life. Selah Grace was cinderella, Sterling was a cowboy, and Scout was Charlie Brown! What a fun time we had. A big thank you to everyone who came. Happy Birthday, sweet Selah :)<br />
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Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-64986630340540602702014-09-09T08:20:00.000-05:002014-09-09T15:21:40.576-05:00September SentimentsWith one swift movement, he launched himself face first into the smooth concrete floor of the grocery store. I stood there. Partly stunned by his bold act of defiance and partly due to the fact that I had run out of parenting options and I had only been in the store for 5 minutes. He then smirked at me. I almost lost it. I almost launched him into the old fashioned oats bin 10 feet away. My mind was racing as I watched the sneaky glances of those walking by. <br />
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<i>WHAT DO I DO WITH THIS KID?? I can't let him win. Show him who's boss. What would Jesus do? You don't want CPS called. Be sweet, gentle, and kind but loving, firm and determined. </i><br />
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<b>I walked away.</b> Actually, I almost took out granny checking out the ginger root I was moving so fast. It was about that moment that I heard a frantic cry behind me. <i>"Ma'am, MA'AM! You dropped your child??" </i><br />
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I then proceeded to let her in on the secret that he is a baby actor stunt man in training and to not worry, it happens all the time. She looked at me. Eyes as big as saucers. Her mouth wrinkled up on one side as she pondered on whether to laugh or be horrified. At that very moment, the child in question, gently peeled himself off of the floor and walked over and climbed back into the bus that I was steering. <br />
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There are many moments in my day when sarcasm gets the best of me. Today this one of them. <br />
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As we exited the store, and the hour long process of getting kids in carseats and groceries placed properly came to an end... I found myself staring into empty space. Replaying the scene that just took place in my mind almost made me afraid that I would run into "concerned mom" at church. <br />
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As I drove home, I prayed. <br />
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<i>God, what are doing with me? What is your plan for these kids? Am I really the best one for the job? I feel inadequate most of the time, if I'm being honest with you. But hello! You are God, I'm sure you knew that already. Why do I feel crazy? Did you make me crazy? It's probably the gluten....</i><br />
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As I drove, and as my manic prayers seem to fade off into the distance, I remembered. September is a month of remembrance for me. The month that we lost our very first baby that made us hunger for parenthood in a way we didn't understand and couldn't explain. One September I spent preparing the way for Selah Grace to arrive. What an amazing month that was. And then that recent September when God told us to move to Texas and we obeyed and then the government shut down and lack of finances ruled our life and we almost lost our minds. <i>September.</i> Half of the month you are sweating so much it looks like just jumped into the pool and the other half you obnoxiously wear leggings when it is still only 75 degrees outside! <br />
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Remembering where God brought you from will always make you look at the present and future differently. It makes me hug my babies tighter and not get so flustered at the moments. The moments that I feel like I may just lose my mind right there next to frozen chicken in the grocery store. One day I will look back at this and laugh. Heck, I'm laughing now. It takes talent to face plant concrete and hold onto your composure just to prove a point. He's going to be President one day.<br />
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It's also good to remember these things so that we can remember to encourage each other. Older Moms, encourage the younger Moms. The are going crazy. They need a smile and some love. <br />
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To the Mom who almost swerves in my lane, as you try and reach the leg fat of the child throwing toy cars at your head from the backseat, I will fist pump you and drive on. <br />
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Keep praying. Keep smiling. Keep seeking God. Because in the end, I want to remember more of who I ran to and not who I ran away from :)<br />
<br />Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-32705610615709383232014-06-17T09:43:00.001-05:002014-06-17T09:44:08.944-05:00The first two hours of our day!I haven't blogged about our life in a while! Probably because I have been trying to hang on for dear life :). Until I have time to catch you all up on our new life in Texas, watch this little video I made of the first two hours of our day. It will just warm your heart!<br />
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<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/wuR1PMThHTs" width="560"></iframe>Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-78607420101021579752014-02-06T11:31:00.002-06:002014-02-06T11:31:24.075-06:00First Snow Day of 2014!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-51548773361623286742014-01-30T11:07:00.000-06:002014-01-30T14:01:00.619-06:00panty liners and growing a french fry... <div>
"Can I have a tour of your home?" <i>I cringed</i>. Boxes still tucked in corners and that morning's cereal bowls still on the counter. My house was a hot mess. And of course being the people pleaser and sayer of yes and never no (<i>I'm working on it folks</i>)... I invited my new neighbor in who was kind enough to bring me my misplaced mail. As I whizzed through the main areas, hitting all the high points, I then began to distract her as I peppered her with life questions. As she talked about her life, Selah came waltzing into the living room with a rather accomplished look on her face. That little smirking face told me that she and Sterling were playing with stickers. I hushed her and told her to go and keep playing, that I was <strike><i>trying to get this over with</i></strike> talking with our neighbor. As the minutes went on, I began to get nervous. It was too quiet in the house. Quietness in my home means one thing, destruction is happening in a corner or closet somewhere. </div>
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My neighbor began to slow the conversation and pointed to my room. Is that your room? I gently nodded yes but didn't budge in movement toward it. "Can I see what you did with your room? I'm needing some inspiration for mine." "Why, yes, lets go." <i>I'm working on it folks.</i></div>
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As the door swung open I heard laughter from the bathroom. And there they were. "Look Mom, stickers!!" <b> Panty liners<i>.</i></b> Panty liners lined the cabinets, walls, shower, toilet seat, & clothes in the closet. My neighbor busted out laughing and Selah watched for my reaction. There was nothing to say but frantically rip the freshly scented stickers off of.. well.. everything. My neighbor then decided to chime in, "You look like you have your hands full, I'll let you go." I certainly didn't argue. As we walked to the front door we both laughed and laughed. Her comment was, "That was the most real thing I have seen in a while." I almost sarcastically invited her to dinner but then was afraid she would actually come to witness another mess. </div>
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Life is wild and beautiful all at the same time these days. December 4th 2013 we drove (and officially moved) from Nashville to Texas. Once we hit Texarkana and the Texas border.. I knew. Scout was on his way. I was in a state of delirious pain and was a giggling mess. Unfortunately I giggle when I am nervous. It's confusing for others. One time I backed out of the garage and completely smashed the rear view mirror on the passenger side of the car... I have never giggled so uncontrollably in my life. Andrew witnessed the entire incident outside of the vehicle. His look of utter confusion will forever be in my brain. Bless his heart for marrying me. Back on subject... We arrived into town at 1:30pm. I arrived at the docs office at 3:30pm. I was sent to the hospital at 4:30pm. I had Scout at 3:30am December 5th, 2013. There are A LOT of details in between all of those time stamps that I will have to share in the future. It's comical, terrifying, and really wonderful. </div>
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The gist is that since December 5th God has been teaching me lots of things. Lots of little things that all fall under one category. <i>What is my identity?</i> I am trying to make friends, appear normal to my neighbors, nurse a newborn, maintain a photography business and wrangle a WILD almost two year old and three year old. Those are all things that are going on in my life but they shouldn't be my complete identity. If you haven't done the Jennie Allen study, Chase, then you should. Go get it. Hurry! It will rock your world. I'm slowly learning that I need to wake up at 4:30am just to have some quiet time to do my bible study and that going to the grocery store by myself with all three children is really hard but doable.. but really hard. All you mamas that do it without having help or your own Mom around to help, I commend you. You go girl! </div>
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The hardest thing thus far is just getting my kids all in and out of the car by myself. This may sound like a task that wouldn't be that difficult but let me let you in on a little secret... IT IS! With freezing temperatures, car seats designed as impossible spy gadgets, and a boy that feels the need to wear every single accessory out the door... it's a process going places. In order to help buckle Selah in and not have to crawl completely in the backseat, I just stand and lean over Sterling. A freak out moment happens that ends with me Mommy-growling at him as he jams his head into my "I've just had a baby" belly. </div>
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Last Tuesday as we were headed out of my new mom's bible study across town, Selah comes out of childcare squealing about what she made in "school". As I gaze down, I see a cup of dirt. An open cup of dirt. We made our way (with the help of my beloved spunky redheaded mom) to the car and my thoughts were not on the cup o dirt... they were on the task at hand - No one getting hit by a car on the way to our destination across the parking lot. My Mom kindly lifted Selah into the car and as she made her way into the third row of seats we hear, "oh no, my dirt!" My head flings back and an eye roll is instant. Trying to save the day my Mom informs me that the dirt fell on an empty chick-fil-a bag in the backseat. Embarrassing. Selah is mourning the loss of her bean that she was supposed to grow and in an effort to save the bean my Mom then pours the dirt from the bag back into the little cup. She pushes the "bean" back down into the dirt and then hands me the cup. She then pauses and says, "I'm not sure if that is a bean or a french fry... I don't have my glasses on." We both busted out laughing. Selah is now growing a french fry. </div>
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Circumstances in my life make it messy. Moving the day you have your third child is really messy. Trust me. Making friends when you have three kids instead of being spunky, single, and in college is a <i>whole new world</i>. Trust me. But in all of this God has been so good to us. He is slowly revealing why he moved us. Why we were asked to put our feet into the water <i>before </i>he parted them in order for us to cross. Every single thing I have prayed for at 4:30am he has quickly answered and he has come to my rescue. He is showing me that if I make him my identity he will then give me beautiful circumstances that fill my life and make it rich. Showing people your dirty closets at times gives others the opportunity to feel comfortable enough to be vulnerable with you. God uses those moments. </div>
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I'm totally OK with <i>not</i> identifying myself with a messy car or the fact that there may or may not be panty liners still on some of my clothes in the closet. It's overwhelming to think about handling life when that is what you have as your identity. Chasing him makes it easier to chase my kids. It's a happier and more peace filled process. What is your identity in? The praise of others, an emotion, a really tough past experience, your job, your spouse... Who are you? Start with him, the one who created you. He'll help you deal with the panty liners on the shower and week old french fries in the dirt. He makes beauty from ashes. And girlfriend, you are beautiful. </div>
Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-67928359519149376432013-12-14T17:18:00.000-06:002014-01-30T14:01:36.566-06:00Three kids in Christmas pjsI have three kids. Holy cow. I have three kids. Three years AND younger. Holy cow. I have three kids.<br />
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It hasn't still quite set in yet that I am a Mom to three little ones but I am VERY sure that it will happen sooner rather than later. We are still getting settled here in Texas. There will be boxes for a few months and lots of sleepless nights, but God has already let me in on the fact that I am going to survive. Glory hallelujah. <br />
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<br />Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-30461236466185570742013-12-10T17:13:00.000-06:002014-01-23T17:13:52.432-06:00Christmas Portraits!This year I was (even in the craziness) able to take several christmas portraits of my kids. This Christmas is extremely special with Scout's birth and with being in Texas. God has been so good to our family!<br />
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<br />Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-39894648436015486372013-12-09T17:06:00.000-06:002014-01-23T17:06:52.430-06:00Scout is here!Scout David arrived December 5th, 2014 at 3am in Frisco Texas. We drove into Texas from Nashville the day before at 1pm. He just wanted to wait to be born in Texas ;). Can't wait to post his birth story later. For now, I will post some of the pictures we took in the hospital. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Scout David Wagner</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">8lb 2oz, 19 inches long</td></tr>
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<br />Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-38565594696528807182013-11-12T08:58:00.001-06:002013-11-12T08:58:11.089-06:00Walden Pumpkin Farm 2013This was our final year to visit Walden Pumpkin Farm as a family before we head to Texas. We have had so many wonderful memories at this place each year as we kick off the fall season. The kids favorite part this year was feeding all the animals. Our little Sterling LOVES to feed animals!! Enjoy the pictures from our trip this year :)<br />
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Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-72606472167371875532013-11-12T08:37:00.003-06:002013-11-12T08:42:48.377-06:00Halloween 2013This year for Halloween, we had a little kitty cat and a puppy dog at our house. And oh my, they were so cute with their furry tails and ears. This year, it rained and poured and the wind was CRAZY on Halloween. We decided to hit up Opry Mills Mall to trick or treat and then we went by the church to trunk or treat. Selah is definitely getting the hang of gathering candy. Sterling would just stick out his hand from the stroller demanding candy with grunts and groans. Bless his heart. He'll get there ;)<br />
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Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-9006132597635332392013-10-22T06:45:00.001-05:002013-10-22T13:29:10.218-05:00our wilderness years<i>First off, let me explain that this post is to help update those family and friends that are keeping track of our journey back to Texas these past few months. Trying to relay all the details to each individual person has become very taxing on me.. since the news has been more negative than good. Bare with me, this is an honest post written by an orange roll eating pregnant woman who is sitting in an empty apartment in a lawn chair at 4am. So with that being said... let me explain why you must be confused at this point.</i><br />
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It's Tuesday morning, roughly 4am, and I am sitting here in a lawn chair in the middle of an empty apartment somewhere on the south side of Nashville. When God told us, back in August, that he would be moving us back to Texas to be with our family and with a GREAT company on our side to make it possible, we were beyond thrilled. The dreaming of Christmas morning at our house then lunch at my parents and then zip on over to my in-laws to hand deliver presents instead of always having to pick a body part to sell over to science just so that I can get Christmas to my family via UPS... it was all overwhelming and blissful at the same time. We prayed, we made a game plan, and mustered up enough courage to begin. The middle of August, we put our house on the market. 48 hours later we had two offers on our home. Going good so far. Now, we must find a house in Texas. As we drove down to Texas, hopeful that God had something there for us, we had no idea what was to come. <br />
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As we spent several days searching for homes, we found one that really felt like "the one". Now, to some of you, "the one" might be your choice because it is perfect, your dream house, or something you just can't live without. None of those options were what did it for us. It was a short sale home with cosmetic issues that had crunchy grass in the front yard. It needs some love, y'all. But the minute we saw it, God told us. I can't explain it, but we looked at each other and knew for some wild reason, that this was the house God wanted for our family. I couldn't even really explain the why to my Mom as I recapped our day to her. It was just a solid in my mind. God had this in his plan. As the days unfolded in Texas with putting in an offer on this short sale home, the details started to look a little off. <br />
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<i>9 weeks? What do you mean? We wouldn't possibly be able to get into the house for 9 weeks? We need a house, like yesterday! I'm slowly making my way to the third trimester of my pregnancy and we need to be settled. God where are you?</i><br />
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That weekend and the decision we felt we were blindly making, was really completely guided by God. In the midst of our home search in Texas, the offer on our home in Tennessee fell completely apart. Panic set in. The back-up offer that wasn't as good and we were losing a lot of money with the deal came in to effect. Ok God, we get why 9 weeks may be a part of your plan now. It's painful but we get it.<br />
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As grueling home inspection negotiations proceeded, we still felt hopeful. God, you've got this, right? <br />
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For several weeks we crawled past home inspections on our home in Tennessee and started them for our home in Texas. So far so good. And then, the government shut down. <br />
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For some, the government shutdown did not effect you personally. For us, we were greatly impacted. The sale of our home in Texas was completely put on hold due to the type of Federal loan we were getting. For two and a half weeks, we sat. Watching, waiting, packing & praying. We were at risk for losing hundreds of dollars on a house that may never be ours.<br />
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In the midst of that chaos, God was still working. In order for Andrew to start working with his new company, he would have to leave me here with the kids and go to Texas and live with my parents while getting settled. We trusted that God would take care of us even in our separation and house details. Andrew then one day gets a phone call that his company has landed a job in Nashville, and would like for him to work here for about 9 - 12 weeks on a job. See a pattern yet?<br />
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At this point, mid-september, we were told that our closing date on our home in Tennessee would be October 15th.. then it changed to October 24th. Our new closing date for our short sale home in Texas would be November 26th due to the shut down. That's a month in between. God, where are we going to live? Yet, I am still packing for what feels like the end of the world as we know it. October 1st is here and we are trying to figure out 1) where we are going to live and 2) where are we going to put our things?<br />
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As we talked and prayed over the details, we were offered an empty apartment at Andrew's job site. Free of charge. Rent, electricity, water.. taken care of. Now, where are we going to put our things? We found a company that would come and load all of our boxes and furniture, store it for a month, and then come unload it for us in Texas when we needed it. All for the price Andrew's company had graciously extended to us to help move us to Texas. With those details in place, all we needed to do was pack, pack & <i>pack.</i> I spent days and weeks going through closets and drawers, thoughtful packing our suitcases for a month of not being in a home of our own. As our closing date of October 24th started creeping up on us, trouble began to hit. <br />
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For some reason, our home owners did not do an appraisal until a week before closing. The appraiser came and found a window (a large solid two pane tempered glass window) that he felt wasn't cosmetically appealing, and told us that we can't close on our home until we have had it replaced. He wasn't budging, the lender wasn't budging, and we had to find a solution. After several days of scrambling to try and make this work, we were told that we should order the window and that we could possibly give a receipt showing that we have paid for it, and then close on our home October 24th. The appraiser, our realtor, his secretary, and window guy all told us that this shouldn't be a problem. The movers were scheduled to come on Sunday, October 20th to take our belongings to Texas. We KILLED ourselves to get all of our things ready for them. When they arrived, the men took one look at the price they had bid us, our stuff, and told us that we were looking at having to pay a little more than double what they had originally quoted us. Panic set in again. We had no choice, we had to get our things out so we could close on our home. After several hours, they were done and we watched everything we own leave in a semi-trailer headed for Texas. <br />
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We brought our suitcases, pac n plays, a few dishes, a couple of lawn chairs, and a tv to our make shift apartment home on the south side of Nashville. As we bounced and rolled every which way on the air mattress that night, I felt like I was finally seeing the end to at least a part of the madness we had been dealing with the past few months. Then Monday morning hit.<br />
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Yesterday was a bad day. Mentally, emotionally, & physically. I was tired of dealing with crazy toddlers and contractions. Around 9am I get a phone call from our realtor's secretary. Bad news. We can't close on our home until we have ordered the window, have had it delivered, installed, and inspected by the appraiser - again. Wanna guess what the minimum amount of time this can take? 2-3 weeks. <br />
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We spent the majority of yesterday trying to figure out what to do. And the conclusion, there is nothing we can do. At the end of the day, we are going to have to make another mortgage payment on an empty house. We are living in a make-shift home when all of our things were paid to have sit in Texas for no reason at all. There is only so much money and energy you can give to make something possible. And I am drained. So here we are, no closing date in sight for our home in Tennessee and a countdown has begun for our home in Texas. <br />
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All the while, in the midst of the anger I felt boiling my blood at the lender and appraiser here in Tennessee, I questioned God. <i>Where in the world are you? Do you not see us down here trying to follow you around like loons while we are on the biggest wild goose chase of our life? How are we going to pay for all of this? Why are you stripping everything away from us like this?</i><br />
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And that's just it. We are stripped of everything at this point. Our belongings, our sanity, our sense of community. Gone. But all the while, I can't help but look back at everything I have typed out and know without a shadow of a doubt that God is good. He has a plan. I don't have any earthly idea what his plan is at this point, but I know that he is still working. I cried and cried yesterday and he fed my panic with his word. His word that I have ingrained in my heart so that on days of trouble, where my mind and heart fail me, truth steps in. What was the point of me going through all of this? Turning down photo jobs and giving away work. Not doing a birthday party for Selah Grace because we were supposed to be moving. Packing all of our belongings when I could have had my babies sleep in their beds for another month instead of on a hard pac n play. <br />
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As I sat, mad at this whole situation, I couldn't help but think of all of the stories that Andrew shared with me when he came home from Africa just a short time ago. People that are so broken and without any thing of value in their life. They depend on God. He gives them what they need to get through the day. My heart and mind struggled as I sank down into our air mattress for the night. First world problems and fleshly desires overwhelming me. God is obviously trying to set me down and teach me something. Guess I'm just going to be quiet and listen.<br />
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<b><i>"The LORD will fight for you, you need only be still." Exodus 14:14</i></b><br />
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Where is God in my mess? He is right here. Beside me. Watching me cry and beat my head against a wall over finances, having to cook dinner with the little that I brought from our home, and over an air mattress. But we are blessed. He tells me I am and I will chose to believe him. Not sure what the next month will look like for us, but please join us in praying. This sweet tot inside of me is due to make his arrival in just a few weeks and I have nothing prepared. <br />
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These past few years have been named <i>"our wilderness years"</i>. A lonely and sometimes painful journey, but we are hoping for the promise land on the other side. I can tell you this though, I will never ever ever be able to sit back and watch a family go through something like this and not have compassion and lend a helping hand for someone else after going through what we are going through. I will not wait for that tired young mom who is trying to hold it together to come to me and ask for help. God has shown me how I can make a difference in the future with this and I look forward to the day that I can cook a meal and drop it off on a door step, send a gift card, or call and leave a prayer on a voicemail or through a text. Each time kindness is shown like this, we see God. Thank you to those who have helped without even being asked to. It takes a lot for a Mom to keep it together without having to call a million people trying to gather support. <br />
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So glad that I serve a faithful and gracious God.Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-65651253525302035832013-09-17T16:13:00.000-05:002013-09-17T16:13:05.310-05:00ChaosMy life is crazy these days. If you have been watching my statuses on Facebook over the past few weeks, you can tell that I have lost completely control over my children, dog, and - well - basically my entire household. The boxes, the mess, the poop (I truly do not have the mental capacity to explain that one at this time), and time that marches on as I slowly fall behind... all a bit chaotic. <br />
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For those of you that do not know, we are moving to Texas. Andrew accepted a job near to where our family currently lives and we are super pumped about <strike>the free babysitting</strike> seeing them more often. We only have just a few short weeks left here before our closing date on our home in Tennessee. It has all happened very fast and has been a bit of a bumpy ride so far. And I feel like I need a sign posted on the door that reads, "Beware... of well... everything."<br />
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I find myself blaring Mandisa's new song "overcomer" over the speakers in the house and shouting it like my life depends on it as I walk in circles wondering what to do next. My children are going to have some fond memories of their Mom ;).<br />
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I couldn't help but chuckle as I ran around this morning trying desperately hard to find clean underwear. As crazy as this moment in time was, I want to remember it. Except for the whole not being able to find clean underwear thing... that's a little alarming.<br />
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This insane time represents the ending of an old chapter and a beginning of a new one. It's a short moment and will be gone so quickly. It's like those autumn leaves we desperately wait for all year just to watch them fall a couple of weeks later.<br />
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Just to give you some perspective on what my world looked like this morning... here are some pictures I snapped while getting ready. This all took place within a 30 minute time span. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Doesn't this bath tub just want to make you dive in? Some little booger decided to decorate this morning and rub soap all over the bottom of the bathtub. I almost killed myself with a big ole slip when I stepped in. Also, I couldn't find the shampoo while in the shower this morning - notice the bottom right hand side the photo. Selah decided to hide it under the rug. Lordy.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I found this spot on my dresser comical. There is no explanation for this photo other than these are some of the items keeping me sane these days. Melatonin to help a teething boy sleep and a Better Homes and Gardens magazine for when I need to escape to someone else clean home for a minute. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This pile has doubled since this morning. Who has time to fold all this stuff?</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The only one enjoying the pillows off of the unmade bed. I cannot show you a picture of the bed. It makes me weep. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Just in time to leave for bible study at church. She was just get everything out of the drawer so that I can put it into a box...</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">While I grab her shoes, she begins making a trail to the stairs out of our DVD cases. So much for ever watching those again.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Can you find Sterling anywhere? Because I certainly can't.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">One last moment to mourn the loss of our "UP" DVD. Sad day :(<br /><br /></td></tr>
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Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-29857670680745592952013-08-18T15:03:00.000-05:002013-08-18T15:04:55.136-05:00Potty TrainingPotty training these days is super <strike>horrific</strike> <strike>terrible</strike> <strike>pointless</strike> interesting. <br />
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Selah Grace is just not getting with the program. But it's ok though. I am very understanding that we have a lot of transition going on in our lives at the moment with a new baby coming and her new shared room with a toddler bed. It's pretty overwhelming to a 2.5 year old. I haven't been pushing too hard because I just don't want to fight her on it every second of every day. She is getting closer and closer though. One sign is that she can't handle being dirty for too long. Good sign. Another one, she is trying to avoid attention while popping a squat in public. Andrew and I have been trying to capture this potty training phenomenon for weeks now. This is what I like to call Selah's<i> "I swear I am not soiling my britches" miss America walk.</i> She claps and sings all while sporting a bright red face, a plastered on smile, and waves with a cupped hand ready to accept her award. All while walking in circles putting on a show. Graceful until the end. We have never laughed so hard in all of our life when we had a VIP over at the house and Selah began her parade through the kitchen as we were having a meeting. 100% hilarious. <br />
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As we were playing at the indoor area of the mall on Friday, this little diddy was captured. Enjoy :)<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Scout David Wagner</i></b></span></div>
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<i style="font-weight: bold;"><u>Scout </u>- </i>(French/American/English) <i>To observe, one who has upstanding qualities, an explorer, a seeker of truth. </i></div>
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<i><u><b>David</b></u> -</i> (Hebrew) <i>Beloved, Friend</i></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">From the Hebrew name <i><a class="trn" href="http://www.behindthename.com/support/transcribe.php?type=HB&target=D.awid" style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none;">דָּוִד</a> (Dawid)</i>, which was probably derived from Hebrew <i><a class="trn" href="http://www.behindthename.com/support/transcribe.php?type=HB&target=dwd" style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none;">דוד</a> (dwd)</i> meaning "beloved". David was the second and greatest of the kings of Israel, ruling in the 10th century BC. Several stories about him are told in the <a class="ngl" href="http://www.behindthename.com/glossary/view/old_testament" style="text-decoration: none;">Old Testament</a>, including his defeat of <a class="ngl" href="http://www.behindthename.com/name/goliath" style="text-decoration: none;">Goliath</a>, a giant Philistine. <a class="ngl" href="http://www.behindthename.com/name/jesus" style="text-decoration: none;">Jesus</a> was descended from him.</span></span><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">We are giving you a strong name. It's because I 100% believe that God has great and mighty plans for you. And you are going to have to be strong to be the third child in our family :). And I can tell that you are already going to be a scout. Roaming around your home inside of me during all hours of the night and kicking me just when I start to drift off. You are strong and loved, and I will work everyday to remind you of that.</span><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Can't wait to kiss your sweet and round little face. I'm excited for what you are going to bring into our family, little scout. </span></i></blockquote>
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<br />Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-33405536981261838202013-07-29T14:55:00.001-05:002013-07-29T14:56:08.088-05:002.5 and 16 months old!It's hard to see the slow growth in little bodies that you see day in a day out. Good thing I take so many pictures of those sweet little bodies :). When I look at my two kiddos through my camera it becomes abundantly apparent how much and how quickly they are changing. This past week, Selah decided that she wanted to take some pictures. She received a new dress in the mail from her Honey, so it was perfect timing for some summertime portraits. Enjoy these simple and sweet photos.<br />
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Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-62233017627734338942013-07-15T11:29:00.001-05:002013-07-15T11:32:43.631-05:00Good Morning MamaJust a sweet little video of how Selah greeted me yesterday morning.<br />
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Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-15692274571471668322013-07-15T10:53:00.002-05:002013-07-15T11:26:38.332-05:00Mid -July fun!I cannot complain... this weather so far in July has been a-mazing. Last week we had one day only get up to 79 degrees. WHAT?? Yep. you heard me right. 79 whopping degrees. Lovely, just lovely.<br />
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We have made our rounds the past few weeks to lots of fun things. The dollar movie, splash pad, 1/2 off sonic ice cream (score!), drive in movies, swimming in our pool, the library (which didn't last long) the zoo, the adventure science center, etc..<br />
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We have been going and blowing! I have had to slow down the past few days though because I (once again) separated my pelvic bone in my pregnancy. Those hips of mine are very wobbly these days. Sooo... today we are having a movie day so that I can catch up on some work and rest our legs (and other areas). Here are some pictures from our recent adventures.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">summer chores ;)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">about to make some yummy oatmeal cookies!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">yummo!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">July 4th showing of Despicable Me 2!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">July 4th showing of Despicable Me 2!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">we met Daddy for some lunch </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">lots of rain showers and rainbows this summer</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">telling her Dad some secrets </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sterling & Ginger.. chillin in the sunspots</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Our neighbors put on one heck of a fireworks show</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gracie out in her pjs with Andrew watching the fireworks</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">he's a wildman with sparklers</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Brave girl! Sparklers in her pjs.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">lots of smoke on our street once the night was over with. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">chick-fil-a pirate night</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">about to get trampled in the bounce house</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">you go girl!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">stealthy little sterling man </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">lots of head bumping and cheek bruising going on. Boys are rough.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">he doesn't look too thrilled but they had a great time playing at the science adventure center!</td></tr>
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<br />Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-33403374147388986812013-06-28T15:40:00.002-05:002013-06-28T15:49:17.089-05:00Pwincess Babing Soups... As I wiggled and jerked my bathing suit up and over and around all of my acquired assets that come with pregnancy, I let out a huff of air. I didn't realize that I had little eyes watching me from behind. <i><b>"Whatcha doin?"</b></i>, came a sweet and soft little voice. <i><b>"Well honey, I'm trying to put on my bathing suit so we can go outside and play"</b></i>, I replied. Then the sweet little body that houses that little voice came walking up to me and then stopped right in front of my feet. She looked up at my 4 month protruding pregnancy belly. <br />
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<i><b>"It's beautiful." </b></i><br />
<i><b>"What is sweet girl?" </b></i><br />
<b><i>"Your tummy."</i> </b><br />
I chuckle.<br />
<i><b>"You look like a pwincess."</b></i><br />
I chuckle again.<br />
<i><b>"Mom, you look like Cindewella in your babing soup (translation: bathing suit)."</b></i><br />
I sigh. If only she knew that I have been pregnant so often in the past four years that this maternity "babing soup" has become my go-to swim wear for years and years.<br />
<i><b>"Mom, let's put on your gwass swippers and go to the pool."</b></i><br />
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Even on days, like today, when I get tired of being pregnant round and hot I think of those words that Selah has said to me. Sometimes I try and think back on where she could have learned how to compliment someone on their princess looks, and then every Sunday morning I am reminded. <br />
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<i><b>"Selah, quit wiggling."</b></i><br />
<i><b>"Don't touch my hair, it hurts." </b></i><br />
<i><b>"I have to fix it. Just <u>BE</u> <u>STILL</u>"</b></i><br />
I sigh.<br />
<i><b>"Okay. You are ready. Why don't you go and show daddy how beautiful you are."</b></i><br />
<i><b>"Okay!"</b></i><br />
<i><b>"Daddy, look at me. Look at me!"</b>, </i>she squeals as she runs in front of him seeking his approval. <i> </i><br />
Then it happens. My big ole construction guy gets on his knees and gives our sweet tot a twirl.<br />
<i><b>"You are so beautiful, Selah. You look like a princess. Oh, and your shoes... are those princess shoes? And that hair, woo-wee girl, you are looking good this morning. You look like Cinderella in that dress."</b></i><br />
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Her face says it all. His admiration lights up her world and no one could make her feel any different. <br />
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After my conversation with Selah this afternoon, I was overwhelmed with thankfulness. Thankfulness for a husband who loves his family with a wonderful and unconditional love, thankfulness for a heavenly father who sees the good in me even when I can't see it myself, and thankfulness for the ability to become pregnant and for stretchy "babing soups". <br />
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I want Selah to remember me loving myself. In a godly wholesome way void of vanity and pride. I want her to see me being honest about myself without loathing myself. It's so hard to do and I struggle with it each and every day. And not only just about our outer looks, but our homes, our cars, our bank accounts and our relationships. Selah thinks our house is a castle. And by golly it is, 1660 sq. feet of awesomeness ;). And on days where I do not feel grateful for what we have, I will remember her perspective. We are blessed!! I do believe that God's gift to us tired toddler chasing mamas, is their sweet perspective. When we as moms chose to live out godly confidence, our children flourish. Didn't you know that you look like a princess today? Because the fact is, you do. <br />
<br />Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-69732104301854000262013-06-18T11:08:00.000-05:002013-07-15T11:09:27.864-05:00Our trip to Texas!As Andrew ventured out of the country to Africa (blog post coming later about his trip) I decided to pack up the kids and have a little adventure ourselves. One dog, two kids, & one pregnant mama... in the car for 12, I repeat, 12 hours in one day as we made our way to the great state of Texas to visit family! After a few days in Dallas we made our way over to Abilene. It took us about 4 hours to get there but only around three to get back. We spent a total of 31 hours traveling in the car within 7 days. Besides being in the car we didn't really do a whole lot while we were there.. just rested and visited with all the grandparents.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Selah with Andrew's Mom - Zsa Zsa</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Selah and Addison playing together</td></tr>
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<br />Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-30069422280173934822013-06-04T14:15:00.002-05:002013-06-04T14:15:34.542-05:00water bugsOur first week of summer we have spent a lot of time in the water. My kids LOVE to swim. Yesterday, we broke out the watermelon and set up our little pool on the back deck. I love watching my babies play. It's sweet to them love the simple things in life. <br />
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<br />Terrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13656721488699485605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-202142826034881545.post-31377828486249999752013-05-30T18:03:00.001-05:002013-05-30T18:03:25.525-05:00slowin it down for summerWhere do I even begin?<div>
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When I think about what I have been doing for the past few months, my mind goes to a million different events, emotions, and nauseating memories... literally. </div>
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I am one of those pregnant women that could recreate breakfast at lunch within a matter of seconds.. if you know what I mean. Oh my goodness... I am laughing just rereading that.. and it makes me feel sick. <i>*sigh*</i></div>
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There are parts of my life these days that kind of feel like a blur and some emotions and events that seem to stick with me continuously. I am now 12 weeks pregnant with my third baby (Not including my miscarriages). I am weirdly and deliriously so joy-filled about this pregnancy. I have a total peace. Maybe it's God's gift to me before all heck breaks loose in my house once the baby gets here a week before Christmas. On a positive note, this year we will be able to recreate the Christmas story. Except for I want the version with an epidural and room service.</div>
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When I am not changing diapers and putting things back into their drawers, I am usually doing my photo thing. Wanna see what I have been up to with that?? Just click <a href="http://www.takenbyterrablog.com/" target="_blank">here</a> to take a peek. I have been juggling both now for a while and I am slowly getting the hang of it. Each season has its own unique challenges. Some days my laundry suffers or my hair and face do not get done. Ok, let's be honest... that last part is a daily thing. All in all... I am learning how to show myself grace in those moments where I cannot be everything to everyone. </div>
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My kids are getting so big and they are BFF's already. In between the walls of our home they are like raccoons in a trashcan and stealthily can create chaos within seconds. I find myself frantically singing the clean up song at the top of my lungs while I am down on the floor throwing toys into bins while my kids are throwing popcorn at each other while watching The Lorax for the millionth time. When people ask me about my third pregnancy... I laugh. For many reasons really. One, I am nervous. Two, I'm out of mind. Three, I have nothing witty to say on the spot about it. Four, I am happy. </div>
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This summer we are going to slow the pace down a little bit. I'm going to take more pictures (not just with my phone) of my kids versus everyone else's kids. And we are going to learn how to swim, Lord help us all. I am going to soak in the moments of being a mom of two before I am a mom of three. Here comes the nervous laughter...</div>
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You will hopefully see a lot more of my blogging this summer. I'm determined to get back on a schedule and now that my summer will intentionally be slower... maybe I will be more consistent with it. I've got a TON of Pinterest crazy projects planned.. so get ready for lots and lots of pictures :). Maybe my Mom will start reading my blog then. "More pictures, less words" is her motto.</div>
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I'm ready to get this summer started... but NOT ready to be in a bathing suit. Did I mention that I am pregnant with my third child. Gracious.</div>
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A few pictures of what we have been doing lately (all pictures taken with my iPhone).</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">love seeing this sweet face in the rear-view mirror</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">at the zoo with my littles</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">breakfast</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">superman down!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">DADDYS HOME!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sterling has learned to bit.. happy happy joy joy</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">her big baby</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">this girl loves her some frozen yogurt</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">they lounge together</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">sick with a fever virus :(</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">his new favorite hang-out</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">cutie!!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">she is in love with our "play" puppy's bed. Bless her heart.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">he's looking like such a big boy :(</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">oreo love</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">bath time love</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">daddy teaching them how to injure themselves and break breakable things</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">checking out this years garden!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">memorial day hot dogs on the porch</td></tr>
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