Precious Moments

By now we are sure most of you have heard the exciting news, that we will be having a baby this year. We feel so blessed to be entrusted with the role of parent and are enjoying the journey of preparation to that special day (December 29th). In these first months we have enjoyed so many precious moments that will make for wonderful stories to share with this little life some day. Today we wanted to share with you one of those very special moments for us.

John and Jan (Paul's parents) were born to be grandparents. Not just to their biological grandbabies but they are grandparents to many lucky children. Whether they be neighbors, family friends, or church friends. Many children have already been blessed to have Grandma Jan and Grandpa John in their lives. So, to announce to them our exciting news was very special.

Jan and Paul threw a combined birthday party for John (60 yrs.) and myself (30 yrs). We had decided that this would be the perfect opportunity to bring the surprise of all surprises. And here was there reaction.....now how precious is that?!!!

We Did It!!

On April 25th Paul and I completed our first half marathon. From the first training day to the finish line we were learning more about ourselves, one another, and God. What a tremendous experience!!

Day 1 - Eliesha & Julia Visit TN

After a long plane ride from Washington State Julia had some energy to burn. Sooo, off to the park we went.Looking for frogs.We made a friend.

Playing games with Uncle Paul
Finishing off the day with snuggling

Day 2 - Eliesha & Julia Visit TN

Day two was a rainy day. By the time I got out of class we only had a few hours before Life Group. So, we headed over to The Factory for some window shopping and to pet the kitties (at Happy Tales).

Day 3 - Eliesha & Julia Visit TN (The Zoo)

It was a beautiful day for the Nashville Zoo.

All tuckered out...

Day 4 - Eliesha & Julia Visit TN

On our way to Chattanooga for a day at the Aquarium. But you have to start the day off right....at Cracker Barrel.Julia's loving the Legless Lizard...yuck!

Love at first sight...

This picture makes me laugh so hard. They are standing in a tube inside the tank, but it just looks so darn weird, it cracks me up.

This is actually two butterflies back to back. But I love how it looks like an owl...or a gremling. At the touch tank. We could pet sharks and sting rays.
Dinner at the BreweryOn our way home....

Day 5 - Eliesha & Julia Visit TN

Saturday was a lazy day. We just relaxed and watched movies in the morning. In the afternoon we decided to take a drive out to Opry Mills Mall. We were having a grand ole' time. Laughing and enjoying the day...until we got an ALARMING phone call....



Uncle Paul called to tell us there was a TORNADO headed our way and we must stay in the mall until it passed. Eek!!


Our shock and fear only lasted a few moments and then we were on to more shopping and giggling...Julia loving the Banjo music.
Doesn't country look good on her?? She was fixing to get that there hat.