Sunday, July 08, 2007

We're Still Kickin'...

and Crawling... and Into EVERYTHING! Well, we made it! Since our last post we've put a house on the market, sold it (thank you, God), moved into a short-term apartment, said goodbye to another school year (with some cheers), said goodbye to some precious family members (with some tears), traveled across the country, and now-whew!-we've moved into our new townhouse.

Some more specifics...Let's start with the most important.
Landon is doing great! He is 10 months old, weighs about 25 pounds (he's...stocky), and is the happiest, smiliest kid in the world. He began crawling about mid-May, and very quickly realized that he LOVED it! He pulls up on everything, and is getting some rather impressive leg muscles. They're beginning to put mine to shame (as I have not really been able to work out since he learned how to 'get around'). He just got his two front teeth, is loving all the time with both sets of grandparents, and (I know I'm a bit biased) just gets cuter every day. Don't you think?

Cuter, huh? Anyway, next up- our new casa. There's still quite a bit of work to be done, but we're so, so happy with it! Almost every day, at some point, Jer and I marvel at how God has blessed us. For Jer, I think that it is usually right around the time the deer, or the chipmunks, or the turkeys, or the groundhogs, or the rabbits, or the hummingbirds, or, whatever other wildlife decide to search for a snack in our yard. It's a great place. Blitz adores his yard (and the deer, actually...they have a bit of a crush on one another), Landon loves his playgound and porch, and Jer and I are feeling like it's "home".



Last, but certainly not least, the jobs. Jer is off to a fantastic start with AFLAC. This is him leaving for work his first day, and yes, he is wearing pink! His first month went very, very well, and again, we're just feeling so blessed. We really felt God's leading and guidance in this move, and are seeing such confirmation already! There's such peace that comes with being in God's Will. As for me, I'm not quite sure what the fall will bring. I had an interview with the PA Charter Cyber School, which went very well, but job openings are dependent on summer enrollment. So, we'll see. I'm really at peace with whatever happens. I sure wouldn't mind pinching pennies if it lets me pinch my baby's chubby cheeks a little more often.

We hope that all is well with you and your family. Our little one is doing great!
Texas family and friends- we love you dearly, and miss you like crazy. Keep in touch.
Love,
Les

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13 Comments:

  1. Perfect post, except there was no photo of Leslie, who is still pretty as heck. Hip Hip hoorah for photos, updates and the fact that I already knew all this since I'm one mile away. xoxoxo Momy

    By Blogger Girl Raised in the South, at 7/08/2007 11:09 PM  

  2. Landon is a cutie, I'll give you that :)

    I love the picture of he and grandma swinging- the smiles are too great.

    Speaking of great ... it's so good to see Blitz all healthy. I think the only pictures I've seen of him were after his trampoline attack at Sarah's. Yikes! He looks like he healed well.

    We'll be praying for direction with your job. Staying home would be awesome. I worked from home for quite abit before I had to stop working for awhile overall.

    Good to see you up and posting!

    By Blogger Kelli, at 7/08/2007 11:21 PM  

  3. What a treat to come home from work to....... I loved reading your update. and the pictures are so good. Heard the move back was an adventure in itself. Must feel
    wonderful, settling into your new place. The only thing mssing is a pic of you, Les. As for the happiest kid, Pittsburg Steelers will be looking for him. I'll be praying that your future unfolds well, but not to worry, it's in very good Hands. Love Grandma Judith.

    By Blogger Judith, at 7/09/2007 3:25 AM  

  4. He's so cute, Les. And he's a big boy! I love the first photo of him crawling toward you. Looks like he's planning to mow you down. LOL

    I also love the photo of him and his grandma in the swing. Looks like he's laughing out loud and of course I know SHE is.

    And there IS a photo of you. In the frame on the side table. I must be the only one who clicked on the photos to get a closer look. :-)

    I know it must feel good to finally have the move behind you and be all settled in your new home. I hope you find the perfect job, one that allows you to be home with the baby. That would be perfect.

    xoxo
    Aunt Barb

    By Blogger Barb, at 7/09/2007 9:15 AM  

  5. Les, that picture of him in the Burger King hat cracked me up! He's getting even cuter every day!

    We miss you guys like crazy--Texas feels a little big and empty with you :)

    By Blogger Sarah, at 7/09/2007 10:09 AM  

  6. Thanks for the update, Landon is sooo cute...and big! I bet he weighs almost as much as Makayla! Glad to hear you are getting settled and it feels like home (I'm still waiting for that feeling)! We love you guys!

    By Blogger Rory and Cindy, at 7/09/2007 10:21 AM  

  7. Popping in from Barb's place. Your baby is beautiful! I bet you can't get enough of squeezing those legs -- oh, he's gorgeous:)

    Love your web design, too!

    By Blogger Karen, at 7/09/2007 6:39 PM  

  8. Les- I was so excited to see new pictures of Landon! He is SOOOO cute. I bet he is an active little guy. We are having a boy this time in October!!! Yeah!!
    I am so Glad that God worked out all the details for yall to move and you are "home" again. I will pray for your job and I know God will provide! Love your new place... it is so cute! God bless... Beth Goff

    By Blogger Beth Goff, at 7/10/2007 12:59 PM  

  9. I must confess-I go to check your blog everyday to see if you have had a chance to put more pictures of your new life in PA-and when I finally saw that you did this---you made my day! Please don't stop-keep the pictures coming. I love the pic of Bev and Landon swinging---what a great memory! I miss pinching him! Like Sarah said---we too miss you guys. We are so proud of you guys-again KEEP THE PICTURES COMING!

    By Anonymous Anonymous, at 7/11/2007 12:16 AM  

  10. Hey Guys, I sure miss you all--especially Landon. Camille and Parker want him to come and see us. They loved the pictures on the blog- and it made me a bit sad! I know you guys are so happy and that is so wonderful. Kisses to Landon! Paige

    By Blogger Unknown, at 7/12/2007 10:28 PM  

  11. Leslie,
    I can't believe I stumbled upon your blog! I think of you so often and always wonder where God led you. You're a wife and a mom! What a beautiful little family you have!

    I pray for you often, and tonight I will thank God for helping me get back in touch with my old P-ville friend, Leslie G!
    Love,
    Leslie R :-)

    (my email is lrheinecker@yahoo.com)

    By Blogger Aunt Les, at 7/29/2007 10:34 PM  

  12. Happy Friendship Day Leslie!

    Love reading your blog!

    Have a wonderful day and be blessed!

    DJ

    By Anonymous Anonymous, at 8/05/2007 5:56 AM  

  13. Wow! Landon is so big! I love that I finally have a computer with the internet, and I can keep up with these things! He is absolutely adorable!

    Aaron and I just did the big move, and I just did the finding a new job thing, so I know exactly how good it feels to finally be settled. (Our bathroom is still in boxes, but we are getting there). I am so glad that your move went well, and that you got there safely. Your home looks really cute and welcoming.

    Love you lots and miss you! Thank you for sharing such wonderful pictures!
    XOXOXO

    By Blogger Mandy, at 8/05/2007 11:03 PM  

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