Life Getting Busy

What a busy week! Yes, I survived Lauren’s first day of school…thank you all for your prayers and encouragement. Thankfully, Ryan went with me and held my hand as I sobbed, watching her jump out of the car and walk into school for the first time. She had a wonderful first week and her teachers have nicknamed her their “little bundle of joy” because she is so cheerful. Here's a picture of her on her first day:

We also had a doctor’s appointment for my 3-month checkup and we got to listen to the baby’s heartbeat, which is always fun. Even better, the doctor was able to give me a non-narcotic prescription to use for the bad headaches I’ve been getting...praise the Lord!

Wednesday night we went to our church to check out the pastor-led bible study they hold there. It just began for the school year and it is such a great idea. Every Wednesday evening starting at 5:30pm, they have a catered dinner, which you pay $11 per family for. Then, when the meal is over, the kids are taken downstairs for their class and the adults remain in the sanctuary for a prayer time and bible study, led by our senior pastor. We really enjoyed it and have decided to try to go every week, if we can. It’s also a great way to meet other people and fellowship while enjoying a home-cooked meal (that I didn’t have to make!).

On Friday evening, we were invited out to dinner with another couple from our Sunday school class. They are our age, but recently married 4 months ago. We had a nice time visiting with them, despite the distractions from Lauren, and then we had them back to our house for dessert.

Saturday morning, we decided to venture out in the heat (high-90’s) and attend a free carnival put on by one of the churches in our area. They had pony rides, different carnival games, bouncy castles, a puppet show and a BBQ lunch. Lauren had so much fun trying all the games and getting treats for each one. :) Later that night, we went back to the church for dinner. This meeting was for all the new couples who have joined the church within the last year. It was a chance for our Sunday school leaders to introduce us to one another and assign us to the smaller Care Groups that meet monthly for prayer and fellowship. We are finally starting to feel connected!!