The cold is here!

Well, I woke up this morning to 40 degree weather...WOOHOO. I never thought I would hear myself say that, but it is one step closer to Weston being home! Speaking of my honey, he has figued out how to get onto our blog and read it. Needless to say, that will keep me accountable with updating it;)

Wyatt is still working on walking without help. I of course, am not rushing him. But he is starting to get more daring. He is completely off breastfeeding, and solely on whole milk. He LOVES it, althought I do think he misses to closeness of nursing. So, I still cradle him while he drinks his milk:) I never gave him a bottle, so he had no transition to the sippy cup. Worked like a charm, and better for them. I guess if you don't breastfeed, it is different. Last sunday when I dropped him off at Sunday school, he screamed when I left. He is getting older in that way of knowing when I leave. But, by the time I get down the hall, I can't hear him anymore. His teachers say he loves to ride in the buggy around the church, and eat cheerios;) By the time I get him, he is exhausted and ready for lunch and a nap.

Last night I made homemade beef stroganoff with whole wheat noodles. It was delicious, and Wyatt loved it, too. That was his first eat dish...although he didn't eat much of the actual meat....We are doing better with new foods, but he still doesn't have all his teeth in yet, so there isn't much he can really chew. The 5 that he has help, though;) We are just waiting for that 6th one to come all the way in.

I am in the process of putting Weston's Christmas box together. I am sending him presents to open and a stocking filled with goodies. Hopefully that will make his Christmas a little more like home.

Thanksgiving is next week!! I can't wait. We are enjoying the holiday with Juli and her family. I couldn't ask for a better substitute for family. They are a blessing to us. Hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving. I know I am so thankful for everything I have. Remember that is what this day is about-being thankful to the Lord for what we have. I am so thankful that I have God, my precious husband, my son, and our health. Love to you all, and thinking of you this holiday season.

PLease continue to pray for Weston. I know he is thankful for that! Be thanksul for the men and women who are spending their holidays protecting our freedom!

I love you, Babe!
Rachel

Love, Laughter, and Tears

This has been quite a week...

First off, the tragedy at Fort Hood left everyone here devastated. I was in shock and disbelief, and was completely brokenhearted. I sometimes cannot fathom how someone can do such a horrific act. It was so surreal when the news broke. I couldn't believe this had happened at our home. My heart breaks for the families of loved ones lost. Thank the Lord, literally, for him being God. My God. He gives me hope, peace, comfort, rest, satisfaction...I know that my God will show the same to all of those who come to him. Please rememeber those who pay the price for our freedom. Those who leave their families to defend something they so strongly love. Those whose spouses stay back and carry the weight of life without them. This Veteran's day, I am proud. I am proud of all soldiers, airmen, sailors, and marines. I am especially proud of mine.

On a lighter note, my precious baby brings me so much joy. I am amazed eveyrday at how he can make me laugh. One of the things I miss about Weston is his ability to always keep me laughing. Now, with him away, Wyatt is filling Daddy's shoes pretty well;) We are almost done with breastfeeding, and I am really having a hard time letting it go. It is such a beautiful, precious gift from God. I cannot believe my time with Wyatt is over. I have enjoyed every second.

Weston is doing just fine. We are on the downward slope, everyone!!!! 98 days until he is home for RandR. Then just about 8 weeks and he is home for good. Wow, I finally feel like we are over the hard hurdles. Once Christmas comes, it will be time for him to be home!

We will be making the trip home to Ga this holiday season, and Wyatt and I will be at my Grampa's house for our family Christmas. I cannot wait. I do not get to see my family during the holidays and am really excited for Wyatt to meet his uncles and aunts. The only thing missing is Weston, and he would love being there, as well.

Staying busy from here on out, but I will keep you all involved along the way! Count down with me....98 days!!!!!

Love you all!
Rachel