Nice Weekend.

On Friday, the kids and I enjoyed the day with Cindy (Jesse's mom). She decided to come visit us and try to help me get some stuff accomplished after the bad week I had. What a help she was. The cleaning was great that she did, and the kids had a great time helping her out. Hailee kept saying, "I am a helper!" Austin was big on helping out to... Now why don't they want to do the cleaning stuff with me? What is the problem? Seriously...
Hailee took all she could take and then she crawled in bed with the remote and took a nap. Here is my little princess asleep:)

While she was napping, Austin kicked Mamaw's but in a game of chess. He loves to play games, and of course he loves to win. He rubbed that in the whole night. Here he is waiting patiently for Mamaw to make her move...

Later that evening, we all were in the Living Room and Jesse and Austin had got the Rockband out. To funny! We really get into this. Jesse and myself are on guitars cause we have two, Austin and Hailee are drums and singers. Our own little Swartzentruber Band. Cindy couldn't help but snap pics while we are all doing RockBand. LOL. I took a few pics.

Here is Austin and Jesse:)

Hailee focused in while trying out the guitar.

Austin is rocking on the drums. He is really good at it.

On Saturday our soccer team played thier last game. Well and we were UNDEFEATED. YEAH! My first time coaching and what a wonderful year it was. I so enjoyed all the kids, and meeting all thier wonderful parents. Can't wait til the spring, then Austin and Hailee will both be playing! Here is a pic of Austin and Hailee with the trophies.

Austin was so excited that his team did so wonderful, and Hailee to. She never missed out on any of it.

After the game Austin and Hailee were determined that they were going home with Mamaw Cindy. I got them packed and they headed toward Odon for a fun evening with Papaw, Mamaw, Hayden, and Colin. Oh and did I mention the pony? Yeah Bill and Cindy welcomed a new pony to the family, and all the grandkids are so excited. That is all we have heard about since Monday is when are they going to see the pony... Hope they are having fun.

As for Jesse and I, we enjoyed Saturday around the house. He worked outside, while I cleaned and done laundry. Then off to enjoy dinner at White Castle. Of all places to go without kids, that is where we ended up. Yum, Right?

Today we have just been working around the house doing odds and ends. Nothing big.. Just anxious for the kids to return home. I miss them.

Faith

"And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him."
— Hebrews 11:6 (NIV)

This whole week, I have really clung to my Bible. I have found many verses that I have hung on to and read over and over daily. I know that God is here helping me to be strong, and I have to remember to have faith in him always. I believe that in the end things will work out.

Today has been a pretty good day for us here. I am getting back to my normal routines even though at times when I stop for a break all I think about is the precious baby that I lost. I am getting through it though with God, and my family, and friends by my side. I have so much support and help, and I am so grateful. Today the kids have been super wild, but that is okay cause they keep me going. I just love them to pieces. I am ready for Jesse to be home just so I can talk to him, or go outside and help him get stuff done. At 5 Austin has his last soccer practice. I am ready for that, but need to get my game plan figured out for Saturday. This season has been amazing, and I couldn't ask for a better team. I have had so much fun coaching and am looking forward to doing it again in the spring. So it sounds like I have a busy night ahead of me, but I am looking forward to it. I found that keeping busy helps a little.

Little Better Day

Hello to All! Today has been a little better than the last two days. I am still cramping alot, but have actually gotten up and moved around today. This morning I slept til 8:45 then was awoken by Hailee saying, "I gotta pee!" After that I was up. I took my shower, fixed the kids breakfast, and even started laundry. Right now I am waiting on Austin to finish up with his home school work so we can get back on track. When we miss a day I feel like we get behind, even though technically we are ahead of schedule.
Many friends and family have called, and I do kinda get choked up when talking, but I feel like I am doing alot better and not as emotional as I have been. I still think about it like all the time, and probably will for some time. I love being pregnant and now I am not...I know that it can happen again and we do plan on trying.
I just wanted to take some time and update you all that have kept us in your thoughts and prayers. It really helps to know that so many people are out there thinking of us and praying for us. Your all amazing and wonderful people! I feel so lucky to have so many friends, and family that care about me and my family. Such a great feeling that it. Love to all, and until next time:)

Thank You!

I feel so bless'd to have such wonderful friends and family. Thank you to everyone for all your love and support through this tough time. I have recieved lots of emails, phone calls, and flowers from different people and it has meant so much to me. Please continue to pray for us, and thanks again for everything.

Prayers in Need

Yesterday, we found out that I lost the baby. It is really a tough time right now for us all. I feel like I am just on an emotional rollercoaster, and my heart just breaks. Jesse is trying to be the strong shoulder for me to cry on, but then I look at him and there are just tears flowing. It is so hard to go from being so excited about expecting a baby to this... The kids are full of questions about Why and how this could happen. Austin wanted a baby really bad, I didn't realize how much he wanted one until now. Hailee is just to little to understand. She is very concerned though and wants to know if everything is going to be alright... We do plan on trying soon, but need to get through this first. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers...

At my mom and dad's

After leaving Bill and Cindy's we went to my parents. We stayed the night at my mom and dad's. The kids were wound for sound and not ready to go to bed. Austin loves to sit and watch movies with my dad, but can outlast my dad. Finally we got them settled down and asleep. On Sunday, after breakfast we dressed the kids up and headed over to my grandpa WC's and Wanda's for a visit. It was so great getting to see them, and my uncle Wendell was there. The kids found willy worms and insisted on collecting them in a jar. After leaving there we went to my Grandpa & Grandma Hollis's house for a visit. When we got there, my aunt Linda was there visiting also. It was so nice to sit down with all of them and just share a few stories and get updated on everyone. While we were there Austin and Dakota kept thier dog Rio company, which he loved... Then it was back to mom and dad's for lunch with the whole family. I mean everyone (Mom, Dad, my family, Crystal and her kids, Lindsey's family, Clayton, and Molli). After lunch mom and dad took the kids outside to play while we cleaned the kitchen. Then I went out to take pics.
Here is a picture of my mom and dad with thier grandkids, and the dog.
Just the cousins! Austin, Hailee, Dakota, Coltyn, Trinidy, and Zaden. Soon there will be two more.

Here is a pic of Dakota and Coltyn!

Trinidy and Zaden taking a break to smile at me!

We really had a great weekend, just busy and not long enough. We are back home now and trying to get all the laundry caught up... That is a job. Well until next time.

Busy Weekend at Jesse's Parents

What a busy weekend we have had! On Saturday, we were at the soccer field for our 11 am game. We had a victory with a score of 2-1. Austin had a goal, and overall just an awesome game. As soon as the game was over, our durango was packed and loaded down to head toward Odon for a full weekend. We stopped at McDonalds and enjoyed lunch on our way there cause for some reason when our kids see a McDonalds sign they are starving. LOL. Never fails really... Anyways we started the weekend out at Bill and Cindy's (Jesse's parents). We had family pics scheduled with all the family, and Abbie Toy (my amazing friend) came out to take them. She did a great job, I loved the pictures. Here is one I took before she started of the kids.
Austin, Hayden, Colin, and Hailee :)
The kids did great during the pics, really. During the pics though Hailee had to stop and pose with her Auntie April, who she just loves.
After pictures, we celebrated November birthdays. April and Kevin are the November birthdays! Happy Birthday you two! Cindy ordered a cake and we had ice cream. During this time, most of the kids were way to busy playing to eat.. However Hailee Brooke made sure she had cake and ice cream. She sat by Kevin and picked on him most of the time. Usually she just isn't real sure about him, but this weekend she loved her Uncle Kevin!
It didn't stop there. Since we were down, we decided to do our trick r treating with the family. We headed to Gma Swartzentrubers to trick r treat. Here is Hailee in the car kissing Papaw Bill, while she makes sure Mamaw Cindy is looking. She loves making Mamaw Cindy jealous.
When we got to Gma Swartzentruber's the kids were ready to check out the cats at the barn. They are all animal lovers. They also had to make sure to get apples. Austin loves trick r treating there because he says she has the best apples. To cute.
From there we headed to Gma and Gpa Eatons. It was getting kind of late, but they were ready for us. Hailee fell asleep on the car ride but woke up enough to visit. The kids got loaded down with candy, and pop. It was so nice to see everyone!