Many Have Asked, You May Be Wondering...Here's the Answer!

Adoption

Yes, we are still adopting.

With all of the ups and downs with my pregnancy we decided to put the adoption on hold until we had a healthy baby. Now that Cavin is here, cute as can be and perfectly healthy, we are ready to roll.

When?

As soon as we can get a few things in order. One being insurance. With Matt being a minister, insurance is not provided so we are currently looking for a plan that best suits us that we can afford. Secondly, money. We still don't have quite enough for the initial fee and our homestudy. We've been working on it, but with me staying at home with Cavin, it has been hard with only one income.

Once we have our insurance figured out and our money for the initial costs, we will begin the process.

From there we will be fundraising and applying for grants to cover the additional costs.

God continues to press this child on our hearts and we are eager to begin the process to bring him or her home! We would like to have him or her as part of our family before next Christmas.

Right now we stand glaring at some pretty big obstacles, but we have been called by a mighty God and we know he will provide in all ways.

Please be praying for us as we make decisions on insurance and look to find the finances to get the ball rolling.

9 Weeks!

So last Wednesday we took Cavin for his 2 month shots. Not so fun for mommy, but in all reality, it wasn't so bad. Anyways, he weighed 11 pounds and was 23 inches long now! He's a growing boy!

Pumpkin Patch

We met some friends today at the pumpkin patch. It was fun, although a bit chilly! It will be even more fun when our kiddos are older!

Its Been A Busy Week

Cavin has had a super busy week!

Tuesday: Shopping with Grandma

Wednesday: Doctor's appointments and church

Thursday: Birthday Party and MU/Nebraska Football game....yes, in the rain...

Matt put him in our front carrier, then winter coat, then a poncho (it zipped so he could breath...) He was completely dry the whole time...don't worry. Cavin was awake most of the game and was content until he got hungry! So I had to leave a little early to go feed him and ended up missing the most exciting part!

Friday/Saturday: SuperStart! CIY Conference for 4th, 5th and 6th graders.

A good time was had by all. The kiddos loved on Cavin, which was super cute! Worship with Yancy was awesome as always. The topic was "Good Works" a great thing for preteens to learn about so they can continue to develop heats of service. Totally fit into what Matt's been trying to establish within his ministry--getting the kids serving. Only con: Cavin only slept 4 hours Friday night so I was super tired Saturday!

Sunday: Church all morning, naptime for Cavin in the afternoon while mommy and daddy put the house back together, then small group this evening!

I wish I could say this weeks going to be slower, but its not! Cavin's doing great with all the chaos, which is good, because I love being busy!

I would add pictures, but blogger still won't let me...bummer because I have some cute ones!

7 Weeks!

Tomorrow, Thursday, October 8 Cavin will be 7 weeks old! I can't believe it! He weighed in at 10 pounds 3 ounces today and was 23 inches long! He has filled out but is still long and skinny!

When Cavin is awake he is NEVER still. He is always moving! He loves to be talked to and has lots of smiles to share. He's also really starting to talk himself which is so cute! He is so much like his daddy, in looks and personality. He is very easy going and laid back.

I have some cute pictures that I've been trying to upload the past few days, but somethings up with blogger and it won't let me.

It's been a busy week for Cavin and I! I have thoroughly enjoyed being out and about and being busy! Cavin is a great baby and has been perfect in all of our outings. We have truly been blessed with a very easy baby!