Gratituesday

It seems that all I'm doing lately is offering up requests for prayer. But I haven't taken nearly enough time to tell what I'm thankful about. So, I'm going to join this Gratituesday thing. Because I have tons and tons to be thankful for.
I have a beautiful, healthy little girl. Her smiles and laughter get me through the day. And everytime I look at her I have renewed purpose. God has given me an awesome responsibility, and I couldn't be more thankful to Him.
I also have a great mom who keeps my little girl while I'm at work. And if I can't be there myself, I wouldn't have it any other way.
Also, there may be some happy news on the horizon that I can't really share here yet, but just know it would be an answer to a long-time prayer.
I'm feeling much better about the day already! I'll have to keep this gratituesday thing up!!

Got Through the First Father's Day

Well guys, I think I can breathe now (she says as she peers cautiously behind her back leery of what may be coming her way!) Things have finally steadied out here at work, and home life should be less hectic this week. Last week we had revival, and I didn't get home until at least ten every night, then we had to sing Saturday night, church and father's day stuff yesterday. You get the picture.
Yesterday was tough for me. See, Alaena's dad has recently gotten into more trouble, which means he still isn't a part of her life. His parents however are a part of her life, but that gets tricky. See, they really love Alaena, and I truly believe they want what's best for her, but they also wish their son would do better, and at times they think seeing her would change him. And if it did change him, that would be great, but if it didn't the harm done could be monumental. So it's like I'm in a Catch 22. It's hard to know which way to turn.
But I've prayed about it a lot, and it seems that God wants me to stick to my guns. Either he's completely clean, or he doesn't see her, and suprisingly enough, Alaena's dad is actually agreeable to that. Sad part is that he doesn't really seem to want to clean up his act.
Now, I'm not saying I'm perfect, please don't think that. We all sin. But the things Alaena's father is involved in are harmful to himself, and cause him to do things harmful to others. And I don't want to condone that in anyway in front of her, nor do I want her to be hurt by it. I have talked to him about Christ, and he knows that's the way he should go, but he doesn't seem to be to the point that he wants to.l
But I kept looking over my shoulder yesterday thinking he would show up and demand rights in light of the paternal holiday and all. I guess I'm saying all of this to let you guys know that I need your prayer. Prayers that I would make wise decisions. Prayers that Alaena's grandparents would be understanding. Prayers that Alaena's dad would get the help he truly needs through Christ.
Thank all of you for all your support!

New Pictures

Just thought I'd post some new pics of my little girl for you guys! Hope you're having a blessed week!