Reese looks as beat up as I feel. Last night she had an accident on her bike and fell right on her face. Her nose got it the worst but she also busted her lip. Poor thing. Thankfully she was wearing her helmet otherwise this could have been much worse.
Last night was sleepless for us. Not only because we were worried about Reese but also because we got some not-so-great news about Kevin's job. Without going into details, I can say that he is still employed but we're taking it day by day because we're nervous about what could happen from here. In addition to that blow, this week we have had our share of troubles. We had ants invade our pantry, our dishwasher broke, our garbage disposal busted, and this morning we saw that a headlight on the truck shattered and found what Kevin suspects is rat poop in the garage. Joy to the world. I'm trying to avoid a "woe is me" attitude and to remember that times are so tough for so many right now. I am working really hard to stay focused on what's most important....our family. We're together, we're healthy, and we're surviving.
To help survive, we had a yard sale today and there couldn't have been a better day for it. The sun is shining and the skies are blue. While we worked to sell what we could, Reese was in the front yard trying to make a buck or two for herself. She ran a stand selling cookies and drinks. She had a rough time making a profit because she had fun sharing the snacks with her friends. Yes, they are all friends again. For today anyway. She even stopped the mailman, thanked him for delivering her mail, and gave him a complimentary coke and package of cookies. Very cute.
Backing up, yesterday was her last day of vacation bible school. She really enjoyed her week and learned a lot. They put on a little performance for the parents and sang all of the songs they learned. It was super cute.
Reese with her team leaders:
Talan enjoyed it too:
The main message throughout the week was "fear not". Even I took something away from her time at VBS. Fear not. Everything in life serves a purpose. While I never expected to go through this at this stage in our lives, I know that this too shall pass. Yesterday, after I got over the "feel like I'm going to hurl" stage, a calm came over me. I just know in my heart that everything is going to be okay. Fear not.
Thanks for reading.
I think the VBS I worked this year was the same theme: Crocodile Dock. We sang a SUPER cute song (one of many) that goes "I will NOT be afraid, though troubles out there night and day. No I will NOT be afriad cause God is always, always, always YEAH God is always here." Did Reese sing that song? It was my favorite. I kind of recognized the song Reese sang in the video, but not all the way. I love the Fear Not theme. :) I love you and sorry you and the family are having a rough week. Your great attitude rocks, Stacie!
Last night was sleepless for us. Not only because we were worried about Reese but also because we got some not-so-great news about Kevin's job. Without going into details, I can say that he is still employed but we're taking it day by day because we're nervous about what could happen from here. In addition to that blow, this week we have had our share of troubles. We had ants invade our pantry, our dishwasher broke, our garbage disposal busted, and this morning we saw that a headlight on the truck shattered and found what Kevin suspects is rat poop in the garage. Joy to the world. I'm trying to avoid a "woe is me" attitude and to remember that times are so tough for so many right now. I am working really hard to stay focused on what's most important....our family. We're together, we're healthy, and we're surviving.
To help survive, we had a yard sale today and there couldn't have been a better day for it. The sun is shining and the skies are blue. While we worked to sell what we could, Reese was in the front yard trying to make a buck or two for herself. She ran a stand selling cookies and drinks. She had a rough time making a profit because she had fun sharing the snacks with her friends. Yes, they are all friends again. For today anyway. She even stopped the mailman, thanked him for delivering her mail, and gave him a complimentary coke and package of cookies. Very cute.
Backing up, yesterday was her last day of vacation bible school. She really enjoyed her week and learned a lot. They put on a little performance for the parents and sang all of the songs they learned. It was super cute.
Reese with her team leaders:
Talan enjoyed it too:
The main message throughout the week was "fear not". Even I took something away from her time at VBS. Fear not. Everything in life serves a purpose. While I never expected to go through this at this stage in our lives, I know that this too shall pass. Yesterday, after I got over the "feel like I'm going to hurl" stage, a calm came over me. I just know in my heart that everything is going to be okay. Fear not.
Thanks for reading.
I think the VBS I worked this year was the same theme: Crocodile Dock. We sang a SUPER cute song (one of many) that goes "I will NOT be afraid, though troubles out there night and day. No I will NOT be afriad cause God is always, always, always YEAH God is always here." Did Reese sing that song? It was my favorite. I kind of recognized the song Reese sang in the video, but not all the way. I love the Fear Not theme. :) I love you and sorry you and the family are having a rough week. Your great attitude rocks, Stacie!
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