Sophia turns 4 months

Sophie is still such a social and happy baby. She absolutely loves for people to talk to her. Her whole face lights up when someone is talking to her. 

She still is not a fan of being on her back and is tolerating being on her tummy more. My guess is because of her reflux issues. This month she was dedicated at church, had her first Thanksgiving, her first laugh, found her feet and loves to suck on her big toe, started blowing raspberries and is sleeping through the night. Wow what a great month! 

To view all her 4 months photos visit our Flickr site  - click here.

All dolled up

Zoe has recently started to notice mommy uses a purse, wears necklaces, and sometimes hats. While I was working on Christmas decorating the inside of the house, and John was working on the outside, Zoe found some items she wanted to use. Her "purse" is actually a door hanger, the "necklace" is really a head band and the hat is actually a hat of course. I am not sure if she is pretending or really doesn't know what these items are. Either way it is cute.

Sophia is dedicated

On Sunday the 29th we had the privilege of dedicating Sophia in church. She slept through most of it and then woke up at the very end. Zoe also got to be there which was great. She did so well in John's arms.

We chose the name Sophia for her not only because we really like the name but also because of the meaning - wisdom. Our prayer is that the Lord help us raise her with the knowledge that she is not ours but that she has been entrusted to us for a period of time. Our prayer for her is that she grow not only in physical stature but in her knowledge of the Lord and learn to rely on His wisdom, not her own.

Sophia got to wear a dress and booties that Sharon, John's step-mom, made for her. Thank you Sharon!

She is such a blessing to our family. She has a wonderful smile that always brings a smile to me as well as her sister. Zoe and Sophia already have a bond that I didn't expect to see so early.

Let the Christmas Party Begin

Last night we hosted our Small Group Christmas Party. It was a fun filled night with yummy food, great friends, a gift exchange, and lots of fellowship.

Our small group is really not so small - 15 adults and 16 children. Right now we have 4 infants under the age of 6 months. The oldest was born in May and the youngest two born in August. It is a common occurrence for all four to be nursing at the same time. It is quite a sight and so much fun to watch them grow together.

John and I have been so blessed by our small group over the last 4 years. We are so thankful to be a part of a great group of friends who stick by us through the ups and downs in life, always ready with words of encouragement, and constantly challenging us to grow in our walk with God. Thank you all!

To view all the photos from the Christmas Party click here