WE GOT THE MOUSE!!!!!  We had the sticky trap out for almost a week, and I was beginning to think I had a really smart mouse on my hands, but Sunday morning we caught him.  PRAISE GOD!  You know... I have nothing against mice... I just don't want to share my home with them.  If they could be clean and not leave droppings everywhere, then maybe we could talk, but until then, I'm not welcoming them in my home.

Last night after my husband got home, my eight year old son (who will turn nine on the 27th) wanted to talk with us.  We sat down in the living room, and he proceeded to tell us why he should have a later bedtime than the younger kids... since he was going to be nine "and all".  It was adorable.  He's growing up.  Even though we have a 16 year old (who will be 17 in August), since he lived with his mom until last summer, we missed out on a lot of his growing up.  Seeing our firstborn getting older tugs heavy at the heart-strings and makes us realize how precious time truly is.  We can't stop it, but we want to use it wisely.  It's another reason we want to take the kids in the motorhome (see the first entry I posted if you're new to this blog). 

My husband got home late again last night and left early this morning.  It's been tough lately, and I know he's struggling as well.  I keep praying for strength (physically, emotionally, and spiritually) to get him through.  I know that God has a plan for him and will use all of this for His glory if we are faithful.  I know that we will be that much more thankful when we have the ability to go out and spend our days together with our children!  May God bless you today and touch your life with His peace.

In Him,
Amy