the embracing chaos blog
A Timeless Four Generation Photoshoot!
The three of us have experienced some of the hardest things you can go through in life, but because of that, you see the JOY of the Lord in our smiles. We have all suffered much, but we've also come to know God in a deeper way because of it.
The Best News and a Family Update!
Goodness gracious, it's been awhile since I've posted on here. Some great things are happening, some difficult things, and some normal every day things....but that's life, isn't it? :) Here's a little family update with what's been going on lately!
A Birth Story + Newborn Photos
I can't believe our sweet girl is HERE and in our arms. Most of you don't know our entire story of God's faithfulness and promises coming to fruition through this baby, but it's truly a miracle. I'm still in awe of God. How He works, how He teaches, how He blesses, and how loving He is to His children. We are so grateful!
Family Vacation During Covid
Crown Reef Resort is not only a beachfront hotel but also a waterpark that is extremely kid-friendly. Wesley really loved going on the two big waterslides with Andrew while the younger boys enjoyed playing in a splash pad-like area. They also have a large pool, multiple hot tubs (something our boys love), and even a lazy river! The best part was that we never had to wait in line for anything!
Maternity Photoshoot
We're so excited to finally announce our sweet baby girl's name and show you our maternity photoshoot!
Homeschool Update
If you're doing the homeschool thing this year, you know that some days are just flat out rough. Then, some days we do all the things and I go to bed feeling so content and thankful. And then some days are in between. Regardless of how crazy the week may be, I see now more than ever that we are doing holy work.
Suffering to Sanctification
I'm not joyful in my sufferings nor am I happy when they come my way. But I can have the nearness of Christ, sharing in a suffering that He already took to the cross, and then rejoice with the hope I have in Him. I don't want to live my life "waiting for Jesus to return," but I can experience a part of Him that I'd never know if it weren't for the trials I've faced.
Baby FOUR
A lot of people have asked what this looks like from having thyroid cancer First off, because of treatment I had to wait a certain amount of time to even consider another baby because of what it did to my body. I won't go into all the details but I knew women could get pregnant after thyroid cancer but I had my doubts and didn't think it was in our cards because of what I was experiencing.
Podcast, Cancer, and a New Year!
This is my life now, and I had to choose whether or not I was going to allow the news to ruin me or build me. To be honest, I chose ruin at first. Had a pity party, felt the weight of the world, got sad...but then quickly realized how God was trying to build me and use me. So, I got on board :)