Survival Swimming Graduates

Judson and his swimming class all graduated Monday. We had a great day. The kids were everywhere. Swimming, jumping off the side, going under water to touch the bottom (Morgan). It was great!! Judson ended very strong. He was jumping off the side to me and swimming back to the side by himself. He was very proud of himself and kept wanting Mrs. Michelle to watch him. Now we just have to keep up the practice all summer. Being pregnant this summer, I dont think I'll argue if he wants to go swimming everyday.

Uncooperative baby!!

Neal and I went to the doctor for my 20 week ultrasound, in hopes of finding out the sex of our baby. However, the baby did not cooperate. The baby kept its legs tightly crossed the entire ultrasound. We even went back for a second try after seeing the doctor... legs still crossed!! The great news is that the baby looks great. We have a very healthy baby, which is most important anyway. The ultrasound tech said I could come back next week and we would try againd. My mom also said I could come up to the hospital and have the girls up there do another ultrasound. So, hopefully we'll know more next week!!

Splash Day!!

Judson's preshcool had a splash party today. Thankfully the rain held off. It was a little chilly for the splashers, but they still had a great time!! Judson has had such a great first year of preschool. Thanks to his wonderful teachers, Mrs. Mann and Mrs. Peak.

Swimming lessons

Judson had a break through at swimming lessons today. He was smiling and swimming. Something he has not done all week. He was very proud of himself and I was very proud of him too. He jumped to Mrs. Michelle in the deep end and swam to the ladder. He ventured off the steps all by himself. He is getting more confident!! Tomorrow is the last day. I am a huge fan of survival swimming lessons.

Pictures of Judson

Here are some recent pictures of Judson.

Survival Swimming Lessons

Yesterday Judson started survival swimming lessons. It was pretty scary for him. The teacher, Michelle Colbert (who is so patient and wonderful!!), took him to the middle of the pool, told him to kick and with her hand on his back pushed him toward the side, underwater. She really wanted him to grab the side and pool himself up. He cried every time it was his turn. I prayed a lot last night and this morning that today would go better. We read a little devotion last night that said God gives us strength when we are tired and scared. It was perfect. I was able to talk to Judson about being scared of swimming. We prayed that God would help him not be scared today and would give him the strength to learn to swim. I have faith that everyday will get better and by friday we will have a little swimmer!! I'll keep you posted!!

Still Sick...

I have heard many times over the past 7-8 weeks that the sicker I am the healthier the baby is. I sure hope that is true. If it is this is going to be the healthiest baby ever!!! I am 14 weeks and still really sick. I have had a few days where I felt pretty good, but most days I still get sick in the morning and feel nauseated most of the day. God is definately teaching me how much I have to depend on Him for everything. Some days I just don't want to get up. But I know I have a 3 year old that needs his Mom. I have to put myself aside and see the needs of Judson and Neal. They have both been so patient and loving during this time. They are both precious gifts to me from God. I can't wait to see and know this new gift God has given us. We had an ultrasound about 2 weeks ago and were able to see the miracle. Neal and I were both in awe. At 13 weeks we could see fingers, toes, a precious profile, and a busy baby. My God has formed this baby in my womb. He knows every detail of this childs makeup. He also know every detail of this childs life. I pray this child will learn early that God has a purpose and plan for its life. That God created this child with gifts and talents God wants to use for His glory. I pray for this childs friends and relationships. I pray for this child to love others, serve others, and have compassion for others. But above all else, I pray this child will learn early that it is a sinner in need of a Savior. A sinner who can never be good enough to earn salvation on its own. A sinner who is so loved by its heavenly Father that He sent His only Son to pay for those sins and to give us eternal life. Thank you God for this precious child!!!