October is here. I love this month. It is a very busy one for us and I think it is by far the most beautiful month of the year. I love to see God's beauty as the leaves turn such brilliant colors. Would love to just hop in the car and drive for days to take it all in. Maybe someday....
Today my amazing parents celebrate 54 years of marriage. As L&L would say, "That is a big number!" It hasn't been an easy 54 years for them as they faced many trials throughout the years. But, their love for each other never failed as they persevered through each trial. They are the best parents a girl could ask for and have set such a great example for me.
Tomorrow, our precious girls turn 12 years old. The tears fall as I think about each new milestone we have reached with them. Eleven years ago when we were given their diagnosis, we had no idea how long we would be blessed to have them here with us. I am so grateful for a faithful God who has protected them and allowed us to reach all of these milestones. We do not take one day for granted. I think back to when we found out we were having twins. Matt laughed and I cried. We still have the VHS tape from the ultrasound and the tape is very shaky as I cried and thought, "how are we going to take care of two babies?" Delaney was 3 at the time and Mason was 18 months, still in diapers. I still remember Delaney calling our parents and telling them, "Mommy has two babies in her tummy!" I remember the cesarean delivery when they doctor said, "they are fighting to get out first!" Lauren was born first with Lindsey a close 30 seconds behind. They still fight to this day about who gets to go first at everything. They even fight about who gets to get a shot or blood drawn first. Thank you Jesus for our girls who have the ability to fight to go first! Happy Birthday L&L!
On the 12th, Matt and I will celebrate our 17 year anniversary. It was a beautiful day with the leaves turning colors, bright sunshine and warm temperatures. So warm that our wedding cake started to melt. We had to hurry up and do pictures and cut the cake before it toppled over. That was the only hitch in the otherwise perfect day to start our lives together. I thank God for picking Matt for me and I could not ask for a better husband. He is faithful, loving, patient, funny, hard-working, an amazing father and my best friend. I am truly blessed.
We close out October with my dad's 75th birthday. Thinking of my dad just makes me smile. He doesn't know a stranger and will literally strike up a conversation with anyone. One day when I was much younger, he conned me into asking a mannequin for directions in a department store. My friends used to think he was so intimidating as he has this look that could pierce right through you. But really, he is a big teddy bear and would do anything for anyone. He is a piece of work and I am so thankful for him.
Hello October, so glad you are here. Blessed beyond measure....
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