New Beginnings

When my friend Katherine told me she was doing a blog, my first thought was, "why?" I have a myspace account that has a blog feature, but I never use it. I thought that maybe if I had some way of simplifying my posts with just a few pictures I would actually keep people updated on my life. So, I guess this is the start.

Allison is almost 8 months and I can't believe how time has flown. Katherine and I were talking, and we both agreed that all we feel like we do anymore is take care of our babies. I'm having a hard time identifying myself outside of Allison. But, over time that becomes hard on a marriage and my emotional well-being. I've been working weekends and I haven't been able to go to church in almost three months. I know that this is where God has me right now, but I'm needing to find ways to discover my new identity, both in Christ and in this world. My friend Tiffany once wrote me a note that says I should always rely on Christ's patience, love, grace, mercy, wisdome and discernment to "succeed" as a parent. I'm finding that to "succeed" at anything in life I must rely on Christ. I haven't done that lately, so...new beginnings.

Life is starting to finally feel normal with school and work. I just finished my paper for my policy class...GAG! But, Allison has been napping well, so as long as I'm organized I've been able to stay on top of things. I've started running with Katherine twice a week. The first time she kicked my butt, the second time was almost a tie...watch out Katherine...third time's a charm!! Jason and I are trying to get more organized at home. Spending time together in the evenings and starting little projects around the house. There seems like there is so much to do...but, baby steps.

Speaking of baby steps, Allison is now crawling. She's such a big girl! She uses her sippy cup and is trying desperately to feed herself...even when I would rather she just let me do it! I can honestly say that I've fallen more in love with her the last few weeks. She is such a joy.

Well, that's about it for now I guess. So much more to come!
Valerie