We were able to travel to Virginia for a quick trip to celebrate Laura's cousin, Michael's, wedding. He was her ring bearer when he was just 4 years old, so it was so fun to be at his wedding years later! It was also the first time in 8(?) years that Laura's mother's side of the family was all together, which made it even more fun and memorable. We all had a great time reconnecting with Grandma, aunts, uncles, and cousins galore!
August brought the beginning of school, Friday night football games, new routines, and a busy schedule. We are all still adjusting, but taking it one day at a time.
Reagan had a busy month painting her senior parking space, taking cap & gown pictures for the yearbook, and being invited to share at youth group. We are so proud of her and the ways that God is using her.
Abbi spent much of August running! She and Malachi (and Nate!) have been waking up at 4:45 am to get to cross country practice by 5:15 am. They run for an hour and then rush home to get ready for school. We are all exhausted from this, but they are doing great and it builds discipline! She has also watched some dogs in the neighborhood recently, which brings her so much joy!
Malachi is keeping busy by running for both the high school and middle school cross country teams. He practices with the high school team in the early morning then goes to the middle school practice after school. He will be able to run in the high school meets after he runs in two middle school meets. He was born to run! He has also enjoyed fishing recently and spends lots of time at the pond in our backyard.
Isaiah celebrated his 10th birthday this month! He continues to bring so much joy to our lives. His main request for his birthday was a metal detector and was overjoyed to unwrap one! He has high hopes of finding treasures...stay tuned for updates on his findings!
Laura continues to enjoy playing tennis and strives to keep up with everyone's busy schedule. Nate has taken up fishing recently and enjoys heading down to the Mobile Bay with Malachi to test their luck. Another exciting thing happening is that Nate's parents rented an apartment nearby and will be here next week. They will be living here for the school year, then will head back to Michigan in the spring.
Thanks so much for loving and praying for our family....we are so grateful! God is continuing to prove His faithfulness to us and we are continuing to trust Him and His perfect will for each of our lives.
