Mommy & Micah

I love being Micah's mommy...

Lovin' Washington

A Day at the Park in Bellevue with baby boy & Daisy. Micah touched grass & a big tree for the first time. Daisy tried to chase the ducks. All was grand!

Crystal came to visit us!!!

Skagit Valley Annual Tulip Festival

Our FIRST official Seattle Mariners Game (they were playing the Angels...heh heh)

Micah is doing this new thing now where he likes to climb everything!

New picture cards, loves these things...

Last but not least...the Daisy girl. The other afternoon I was wondering what was taking her so long outside and this is how I found her, layin' in the SUN. She's a SUN girl just like her mom :).

How To Make Laundry Fun

Silly Micah Man

"I LOVE LOVE bathtime...wait, did I tell you I love bathtime?!""My neighbor got me these new threads, you like?" "Hmmm, perhaps I could be an Angels fan like dad"
"Bouncy bouncy bouncy, woohoo, let's do it again, bouncy bouncy!""Stuffed animals actually can be pretty tasty"

"Look! My big new sailboat from Papa & Grammy, cool heh?"


"A video for your listening enjoyment"

Love,
Micah "army crawlin" Man

Hola Amigos!

Glen, Micah, and I came home from Mexico/Arizona late Tuesday morning and had such a refreshing time. We spent about 3-4 days with my parents and 4 days in Puerto Penasco (Rocky Point). My mom and step-dad have owned their condo for about 9 years now and we are amazed at how generous they are with it. They truly believe that it is the 'Lord's place' so they continue to let family and friends stay there, which is a wonderful blessing. In fact, one of my dear girlfriends, Emily, and her new hubby are going to stay there at the end of this month for a late honeymoon.

Highlights: 1. Spending time alone for a few days 2. Praying specifically each night for either our marriage, Micah, home, and ministry in WA 3. Micah's sweet time with his grand-parents (he didn't even miss us!) 4. Seeing the beauty of God's creation while in Mexico 5. Meeting my two brother's new fiances 6. Seeing my mom's new workplace at Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Beware of lots of pictures!

View outside the condoCondo behind us The sunset...ahhh, so beautimous

Collecting seashells...Not too bad heh?Engagement photos all over again :)

FAMILY SHOTS:

The new fiances in grey: Marissa & Marcy

Mom's new job at Make-A-Wish
With my sis', Amanda

Sweet picture of daddy and Micah's hands

Mexico here we come...

My (Shilo's) parents own a condo down in Puerto Penasco, Mexico which is about 3 hours south of the Arizona border. I haven't been there in four years so I am super excited to show Glen for the first time! Plus the grand-parents want to watch our precious boy for 4-5 days while we're gone. The best of both worlds: a little time away together and Micah gets to know his grand-parents. We fly out tomorrow evening to AZ. Hasta la vista for now!

FBC Women's Event

This morning, I was honored to take part in our women's brunch at our church. I moderated a panel of three women: Betty, Lois (senior pastor's wife), and Laurie asking various questions around the text of Titus 2:3-5. The role of women in the church is such a controversial issue, especially in today's modern society. We had a great turnout with about 60 women and were greatly encouraged through His Word. I believe that God has made clear what our role as women are and am passionate...and thankful to be a part of our women's ministries. Here's some pics of the day:

Me with Betty
Lois & Laurie

Little Tidbits

"I like when mommy reads to me"

"Climbin' over dad is fun too!"

My girlfriend, Andrea, came into town to visit her in-laws last week and so we met up one day at McDonald's with the kiddos! We haven't seen each other for over a year (we were in eachother's weddings). I am always encouraged by our friendship and her love for His Word. Here we are with our sons, Jude and Micah "the encounter". Her and her husband, Caleb, currently live in Freeport, Illinois where he is now a senior pastor. Here's their church website if you want to check it out: http://www.fbcfreeport.com/

Please pray for them and their ministry!

Love on Bainbridge Island

This morning we headed out on our 1st ferry ride in Washington! Glen planned for our Valentine's Day to be spent at Bainbridge Island which took us about 30 minutes from the port of Seattle. We thoroughly enjoyed the mexican food (Shi's personal fav), the views, and yummy gelato at Mora's. Washington seems to be growing on us more and more :). Here's some shots from the day:

"Where we going today guys?!"

"Cool moving blue stuff!" "Man, dad's such a cool guy"