And Time Marches On....

Have you ever thought about where you would be five years from now? Jump back five years in your life and see where you've come from. Five years ago today (Feb. 4) was Superbowl Sunday. I went to church and hung out at the Superbowl Party and Chili Cook-off afterwards. How do I remember this you may ask. It was a day that changed my life - the day my son was born.

For those who remember, my son is adopted. I didn't know it at the time, but God had this baby ready and waiting for me. The following Tuesday (Feb. 6), my hubby was taking me out to lunch. I was depressed and concerned for our family since I had not worked in 6 weeks. I had quit my teaching job before Christmas vacation to focus on building our family relationships. Our adoptive daughter had been with us 8 months and needed some special attention. I wanted a part-time job while she was at school and Glen was at work. That wasn't God's plan. His plan included this little boy to be part of our family. Our children are biological half-siblings and have been a great joy!

While Glen was driving to lunch, his cell phone rang. It was our social worker asking us if we would be interested in taking a baby boy into our home. Of course we said YES!! The worker then told us to pick up our son in about 3 hours! Our church was amazing and helped organize everything we would need for a baby. My daughter and I hit the stores while Glen went to pick up the package! It was a crazy wild time. I wouldn't change it for all the world!

2 days old - fresh from the hospital

Now, my little man turns 5 today. Where has the time gone? Where is that little baby I rocked and cuddled? I consider myself blessed to have both my children in my life.

2 weeks before 5th birthday

I wonder what God has in store for the next five years. Whatever it is, I know it will be full of His goodness!

L holding M for the first time - This is my favorite picture!