Hebrews 6:13-20

"When God made his promise to Abraham, since there was no one greater for him to swear by, he swore by himself, saying, 'I will surely bless you and give you many descendants.' And so after waiting patiently, Abraham received what was promised. People swear by someone greater than themselves, and the oath confirms what is said and puts an end to all argument. Because God wanted to make the unchanging nature of his purpose very clear to the heirs of what was promised, he confirmed it with an oath. God did this so that, by two unchangeable things in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled to take hold of the hope set before us may be greatly encouraged. We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, where our forerunner, Jesus, has entered on our behalf. He has become a high priest forever..."

A Transition

i've realized that we're in quite a transition. there is much anticipation of your baby turning one, so much to look forward to around 11 months. people are getting excited, asking about parties and what last year was like at this time. then, there's the hype of the party and friends and family and lots of celebrating. but two weeks after mr. t turned one, i feel like it's not that exciting to people that he's almost 13 months. it just doesn't have the same ring as A YEAR OLD! and to many, he's considered a toddler now. a toddler? really? sigh...

but i can't express my joy of watching him discover the world. watching the wobbly little feet desperately try to figure out this walking thing. the unknown of what the day will bring. the all-boy that mr. t is. like smashing his face into mine if i dare to lay down on the ground to play. or rolling the cars on the floor or trying to learn to throw a ball. wow, he's brilliant. and i have the pleasure and privilege to watch him grow and learn. i love it! i've loved each stage and the newness that each brings. and i don't, for the most part, mind his little independent spirit. of course, he has his moments...some friends who read this know what i'm talking about; but don't we all? :)

and we're in the transition of looking for a bigger place to live for pure necessity of getting out of a one-bedroom apartment. it's been fun, but it's time! :) and my husband is looking forward to a bit of a quieter life outside of the big city where there's grass and taxes are cheaper.

it's transition time. it's hard sometimes. but good for growth. and a good reminder to keep things in perspective and not get swept away in the craziness in this thing called "life".

Presenting...

A one year old little boy! While I'm sure you'd LOVE to hear all the details about the party-times, I'll let you enjoy the pictures from a party with the Hufford family (you know, his cousin is one day older than him!), birthday at the Chicago Children's Museum, and a Farm themed party with friends.

With Love, The Huffords

The Small Things

Sometimes it's enough to just acknowledge the small things in life that bring joy to the seemingly mundane day to day life.

*My desk by a window (which presently is seeing a sweet elderly couple helping an elderly man get into their van)

*The silence of nap time

*1st birthday cards

*Birthday celebrations

*A husband to help on a personal sick day

*The pleasantries of reading some of my favorite blogs

*Friends coming for dinner

*Knowing that you are loved

May you find the simple things of life especially joyful today.

(*More to come on Mr. T's birthday extravaganzas!)