New Site

Hey all,  I know I am a new blogger and all but I wanted to let you know that I am switching over to blogger for many reasons... I was new and pretty ignorant in regards to blogging (and still am :) But due to some research we are switching.

Here is the new site:

www.schelkophssaga.blogspot.com

Thanks. Terri

New Years

Hey there,

This past couple weeks have been crazy... with 3 different christmas's in three different towns, 2 states. We went to cooperstown ND for x-mas with Jons family. We had a great time, though Selah got sick on x-mas eve day and threw up all over the Church entryway.... Classic huh? We had so much fun enjoying The Schelkoph family, and had little bumps and bruises! Usually it is a little anxiety producing for me (coming from a famliy of 4) to go spend 4 days with a family of 9 (well 12 including me and the girls now). It was great this time. New Years we had about 20 people over to our little home... my goodness, can you say cramped? Well thanks for the graciousness from our friends, we had a great time anyway. We had christmas with my family on new years day and had much fun eating, and playing games. I enjoy being around famlily very much. As for new years resolutions... Hmm. I am going to once again attempt the one year Bible. I am also planning on running a triathalon in July. Your prayers are much needed!

Have I mentioned lately that I love being a mom? Avery laughed the other day... not just a little laugh but a gut holding belly laugh for like 30 sec. It was hilarious and precious. We haven't figured out to make her do it since :(. Selah can say eye, Clock, and Jesus. It's cute. They sure keep me on my toes!

Currently Reading Heaven By Randy C. Alcorn see related

Reflection.

I have been thinking a lot lately of Heaven. I have decided that often times my picture of Heaven looks like the Candy land castle with all the silly colors. You know, with the streets of gold and the pearly gates... but it's like a gated community with nothing but clouds all around it. Angels with halo's, the whole getup.

I never realized how cartoonish my understanding of Heaven was until I looked at a picture on the front of Randy Alcorns book Heaven. It's a beautiful picture of a waterfall, with a green meadow and tulips. A simple real life looking picture. Hmm. How real is Heaven to you? When you picture Heaven what do imagine?

I went on a fabulous date night with Jon on tuesday night. We talked about Heaven amongst many things. He always does such a great job of encouraging me and challenging me to look at things from different directions.

Reflection. Thats what I need more often I think. I am so thankful for God's wisdom. Proverbs is full of great wisdom to think on and reflect on my own life.  I am learning and growing. I fail, I grow. I succeed, I grow. Either way It's your will Lord and for your glory, and not my own.

Thanksgiving

These last few months have been interesting. With two little ones, I have learned the art of keeping busy. Going to the library and the toddler park, working at grandpa's, keeping the house tidy and making meals for dinner have been just some of the activities that occur in our week. Selah has officially entered the toddler phase, enjoying her new found independence and learning the boundaries that come hand in hand. Avery is sleeping through the night, and smiling like crazy. I am enjoying my role of wife and mother.

This Thanksgiving was good. Better than expected for sure. You never know what you are going to get when you take a 17 month old and a 10 week old 300 miles away in a car ride only to do it again at the end of the weekend. Though unpredictable, the girls did remarkably well. We were able to spend the whole weekend with Jon's family and were able to see all of his siblings. Jon spent much of his time playing ping pong with his brother Pete. I was able to play lots of pinochle with His dad and sisters. And thanks to Jon's mom, we were able to have an amazing Thanksgiving meal. It wasn't until we got home that Selah and Avery had a difficult time. With Jon's immediate family (9 in all, not including Jon and I) They hardly put their little feet on the ground. Spoiled for 4 whole days, then expected to come back to the real world. Poor little Selah is wondering where all her playmates have gone. :)

Speaking of Thanksgiving, I am truly thankful for all of the blessings I have in my life. Jon, my amazing husband. He is truly the man of our house and my heart, and he treats me like a queen. My two beautiful daughters who are healthy, and in my opinion the most adorable little girls ever. My dad, mom and brother Derek who have been such a support to me in the last couple years, they give and keep on giving. Jon's Family. All of our wonderful friends that are so encouraging and keep challenging us to grow. Our amazing church and it's leaders. And especially our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ who has truly saved me and given me more than I could have EVER imagined. My life in Christ has been incredible, not easy but incredible. Thank you Jesus for all these blessings.