What really matters...

It's been said before, but it sure is easy to get caught up in the trivial stuff. The past two weeks have brought some not-so-fun challenges our way - like Kevan's car needing a new engine, Ezekiel's first fever, and our dryer deciding not to work anymore. I am constantly being challenged with the question: What are truly "needs" and what are simply luxuries that we have become used to expecting? And, whenever I find myself stressing about those luxuries, I am reminded of the things that are most important in life: people, shelter, food, fellowship... and I realize how rich we truly are. God has always provided for us, and He always will- and sometimes these little hurdles are opportunities to thank Him for His provisions. We have much to be thankful for! Just a few for tonight:

• Today Kevan took Ezekiel out for a few hours while I worked on making the "girl" wall in his room. I painted and pulled out all the sweet little decorations I've been collecting. It will soon be ready to bring sister home to!
• Our little girl is kicking and rolling like crazy - such an awesome reminder to me that she is growing stronger every day.
• So many opportunities lately to be thankful for the partnership I share with my husband. He is the best teammate when it comes to parenting and life. I love that we are in this together and that we work so well as a team.
• Every week I am so thankful for my mom and her willingness (and joy!) to watch Ezekiel while I work from her house. It is such an ideal situation and she makes working so much easier because I know my son is in the best of hands.
• All of us in good health again!

And here are some fun pictures from our family day at the pumpkin patch:

How could we ask for anything more?!