Dear Rob, do I dare say that the first six months went by so fast? Well, they did. I feel bad that I have neglected my "brilliant idea" of having a blog especially for you. As you know, we are able to communicate fairly often, more often than I expected. That combined with the craziness around here on a daily basis and keeping up the other blog (and Facebook and e-mail), this one just kind of slid by the wayside. Well, know it's not because I don't think of you or pray for you, those things happen constantly, all day.
Right now we are preparing for and looking forward to your leave period and are so excited that you'll be here for Gabe's birthday. In a mere few weeks I'll be having you here by my side again. That will be SO cool!
Love, J
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
August 5, 2008
Dear Rob, the first week went by quickly. We were very busy as you know. First Jamie was here for a few days and then left but Zion quickly brought her back by dislocating her elbow. I'm sure it was intentional on her part specifically to do just that. Ha ha - never! Then we were up there today to play and have haircuts. I hope that your time has been interesting, speedy and also fun.
The first week also went by slowly, as you know, at night with Gideon not sleeping. I'm hoping that we're conquering that problem. It is resulting in having to let him cry at times but I hope that it is the start to better sleep habits.
I keep reminding myself that this time apart is just one of everything. One year, one of each month, one of each week, one of each day, holiday, birthday... for just one year. One will be the theme for the next year.
I also hope to gain strength and confidence this year. And I hope to avoid, with all I'll be doing "by myself" gaining pride. There can be so many blessings found through this, the last thing I want to do is spoil it with such a horrible condition as pride.
The kids are well. Zion looked for you for the first time the day before yesterday, looking out the window by the door and asking "Dadda?" and Gabe is now starting to bring up that he misses you. I also have deposited the gift from Cindy today and plan to buy a Flat Daddy soon. I also really want to get or make a Daddy doll for at least Zion if not one for each. Always looking for ways for them to connect to you.
Well, it is late so I'd best be going. A note of silliness to end with - I can be such a dork sometimes. I took the wrong exit off of 405 today and ended up in Renton instead of on 167, had to turn around in town and head back.
Gabe can take after me in silliness as well. Today he was throwing a small blow up ball into Jamie's ceiling fan. He missed all but one which went flinging across the room. He cracked up laughing and shouted "I love sports!" Yeah. Throwing a ball into a fan - the new Sport of Champions I'm sure. ;)
Love, J
The first week also went by slowly, as you know, at night with Gideon not sleeping. I'm hoping that we're conquering that problem. It is resulting in having to let him cry at times but I hope that it is the start to better sleep habits.
I keep reminding myself that this time apart is just one of everything. One year, one of each month, one of each week, one of each day, holiday, birthday... for just one year. One will be the theme for the next year.
I also hope to gain strength and confidence this year. And I hope to avoid, with all I'll be doing "by myself" gaining pride. There can be so many blessings found through this, the last thing I want to do is spoil it with such a horrible condition as pride.
The kids are well. Zion looked for you for the first time the day before yesterday, looking out the window by the door and asking "Dadda?" and Gabe is now starting to bring up that he misses you. I also have deposited the gift from Cindy today and plan to buy a Flat Daddy soon. I also really want to get or make a Daddy doll for at least Zion if not one for each. Always looking for ways for them to connect to you.
Well, it is late so I'd best be going. A note of silliness to end with - I can be such a dork sometimes. I took the wrong exit off of 405 today and ended up in Renton instead of on 167, had to turn around in town and head back.
Gabe can take after me in silliness as well. Today he was throwing a small blow up ball into Jamie's ceiling fan. He missed all but one which went flinging across the room. He cracked up laughing and shouted "I love sports!" Yeah. Throwing a ball into a fan - the new Sport of Champions I'm sure. ;)
Love, J
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
July 29, 2008
Hey Hon, a little pick me up - I just heard a snipit that there's a Transformers Two in the making. :)
Love, J
Love, J
Sunday, July 27, 2008
July 27, 2008
Today we dropped you off. A sad day. I don't want to linger on that since you were there and know how sad we all were. I do want to remind you not to worry about us. We will have good days and bad (just like if you were here actually) but no matter what happens God will take care of us. You may feel helpless or frustrated at times when things aren't going the best (like tonight trying to get Gideon to sleep) but don't worry. God tells us not to remember. He also tells us (in Timothy) that He can take care of what we entrust to Him. Cool, huh! I guess that means I'm not to worry about you either. Kind of hard considering where I'll be and where you'll be but I'll try my best if you will. I know there will be days when I will want to ease your frustrations and discomforts and will feel helpless as well.
Well, it's late and Gideon is finally asleep (he really missed his Daddy tonight) and I'd better get myself to bed as well. We all love you and have started the count down to your being home again for good.
Love, Julie and the gang
Well, it's late and Gideon is finally asleep (he really missed his Daddy tonight) and I'd better get myself to bed as well. We all love you and have started the count down to your being home again for good.
Love, Julie and the gang
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
June 18, 2008
Dear Rob, just a quick note before I go up and get the kids (I actually got a quiet time this morning before they got up!). My reading today was in Proverbs 15 and 16 - good stuff! A few of the verses stood out to me as they spoke to some of the thoughts that I have about your deployment.
Proverbs 16:1 "The plans of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the Lord." This reminds me that God is in control. We can make our plans all day long but it is really all about Him. I find that reassuring.
Proverbs 16:3 "Commit your works to the Lord and your plans will be established." We still don't know what your job will be over there but I hope that you will commit it to the Lord as I know He will bless it if you do.
Proverbs 16: 7 "When a man's ways are pleasing to the Lord, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him." I don't necessarily believe that those you will be around will be "enemies" in that they'll be ones we (the US) are fighting against, but enemies can be found in many forms. I pray that you will experience none of that strife but because your ways will be pleasing to God that you will have peace instead.
Love, Julie
Proverbs 16:1 "The plans of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the Lord." This reminds me that God is in control. We can make our plans all day long but it is really all about Him. I find that reassuring.
Proverbs 16:3 "Commit your works to the Lord and your plans will be established." We still don't know what your job will be over there but I hope that you will commit it to the Lord as I know He will bless it if you do.
Proverbs 16: 7 "When a man's ways are pleasing to the Lord, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him." I don't necessarily believe that those you will be around will be "enemies" in that they'll be ones we (the US) are fighting against, but enemies can be found in many forms. I pray that you will experience none of that strife but because your ways will be pleasing to God that you will have peace instead.
Love, Julie
Sunday, June 8, 2008
June 8, 2008
My Beloved, it has only been a few days since we found out that you will be leaving us for what feels like a long time. My first thoughts were faithful that God would work things out. Then, as you know, I thought about the kids and had a little break down. My feelings have gone up and down since then as I'm sure your have as well. From confidence that I can take care of everything and this will be very empowering to heartsickness knowing how much I and the kids will miss you. Not looking forward to being responsible for every bathtime, taking care of taxes, eating dinner alone or, ugh, changing lightbulbs (and you know how often we have to change lightbulbs). I hope, somehow, that you will have a great adventure - and yet stay SAFE! I hope that you will have an increased faith and not be troubled by temptation or struggles. I hope that you will find at least one other strong Christian man to walk with while you are there and will gain a friend for life. I hope that you will find favor in the eyes of your peers and superiors. I can imagine your homecoming and how joyful it will be to see you and know that you don't have to leave again and I pray that it will be so much sooner than we think it will be now. God bless you until we are together again. Love, Julie and the kids
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