Another house????

I thought Emma looked cute sleeping with her "baby". I think she'll make a great, big sister.

I was telling a store owner in town this week that we were still looking for a place to live. I told her that we would, if possible, move before baby 2 came. She told me she would keep her ears open, and let me know if she heard anything. She called the next morning saying that her one of her girlfriends, will be moving out with in the next month, and that she told them of us looking for a place. So I called the owner up and we will be able to go see the house early next week sometime. I'm hoping this one will work out. Just wanted to let you all know and thank you for your prayers.

I'll keep you posted.

2006 Review

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2006 in Review

1. What did you do in 2006 that you had never done before? Spent Christmas Day on a beach in California.

2. Did you keep your New Year's resolutions, and will you make more for next year? You know its funny because I make resolutions every year (and they pretty much are the same from year to year), and I have to say that I’m not very good at keeping them, but we’ll keep trying.

3. Did anyone close to you give birth? My sister had little Scotty in September

4. Did anyone close to you die? No

5. What countries did you visit? Canada, and California (a country all in their own)

6. What would you like to have in 2007 that you lacked in 2006? A close friend, a house, direction in my life as to where God can use me in our little Warren community

7. What dates will remain etched in your memory and why? Weekends at the Gingerich farm, Dunham family gatherings, Chowaniec family gatherings. Aug. 10th, Emma’s first birthday, a week later Aug. 19th we found out we’re pregnant with baby #2. Spending Labor Day weekend in Wisconsin for the Peterson Family Reunion. Dec. 21st, Ryan’s last day of school, and Dec. 22-27th spent in SanDiego, CA.

8. What's your biggest achievement of the year? Actually finishing 3 sewing projects, Ryan graduated College (its OUR achievement J ), living in a ONE bedroom apartment.

9. What was your biggest failure? Not spending the time needed reading God’s word, and praying more.

10. Did you suffer illness or injury? Not really. My mother-in-law and I had a nasty bought of food poisoning spent many hours heaving, it was not a pretty sight!

11.What was the best thing you bought? A well spent vacation to San Diego. Do diapers count?? Hehe.

12. Whose behavior merited celebration? My mother-in-law for spending a whole week of her time with our darling little Emma

13. Whose behavior made you appalled and disgusted? Lets see, have you read the news lately?? I have a couple in mind but it wouldn’t be right to put their names right out in the open.

14. Where did most of your money go? Gas, and food (that includes going to eatery’s)

15. What did you get really really excited about? Emma learning to sit, to walk, to eat, pretty much all has been pretty cool. Ryan graduating and being done with school so he can spend more time with moi! J

16. What song will always remind you of 2006? Jesus loves me, I’ve had to sing that one a many of nights.

17. Compared to this time last year are you? a)happier or sadder? About the same b)fatter or thinner? Definitely fatter (I’m 7 months preg). c)richer or poorer? I’d have to say poorer – boohoo

18. What do you wish you had done more of? Calling people, having people over, reading more, having surprising special moments with my hubby, more sewing, and crafts in general.

19. What do you wish you had done less of? Criticizing, judging,

20. How will you be spending New Year's Eve? We spent it at Dwayne and Laura’s place with 3 other couples that we didn’t really know. Elise, Derek and Scotty were there too, that was really special. We played Catch Phrase, and sang the New Year in.

21. Did you fall in love in 2006? Yes, when we saw the ultrasound of our second baby, what a sweet baby already. And more in love with my hubby!

22. What was your favorite TV program? American Idol of course, this was the only season we watched most of the episodes. Other then that we don’t watch TV.

23. Do you hate anyone now that you didn't hate this time last year? I don't think so.24. What was the best book you read? I read a few, not really sure I had a favorite.

25. What was your greatest musical discovery? Taylor Hicks, he was my guess to win on American Idol, he had natural talent.

26. What did you want and get? An apartment to live in (we were the first to live in it), a Bunn coffeemaker…mmm, fast coffee J, Empire Builders.

27. What did you not want and not get? Screen tv, More puzzles, more bills J

28. What was your favorite film this year? Narnia, Cars

29. What did you do on your birthday and how old were you? I turned 32. We spent the weekend in Winnipeg with Jeff, Wendy and family. It was a great time!

30. What one thing would have made your year measurably more satisfying? Moving back to Roseau, to be closer to family.

31. How would you describe your personal fashion in 2006? Plain, and comfortable!32. What kept you sane? God, Ryan, family and friends

33. Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most? I’m with you….fancy?? Can’t really say that I fancied. I guess I was interested in the Tom Cruise/Katie Holm thing, but only because I can’t really see why it happened in the first place.

34. What political issue stirred you the most? Guess when I think politics I think about all the decisions that have to be made by our president, and Iraq. Can’t imagine that it is an easy place to be in. I guess what stirred me, was how the people of America could say that we shouldn’t be there. What would have happened if we hadn’t gone over?

35. Who did you miss? My family and friends. I love all our old memories and all the fun we had growing up.

36. Who was the best new person you met? I would have to say my friend Janelle, she makes me laugh.

37. Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2006. That baby clothes are hard to keep stain free, and laundry isn’t as easy as it used to be J

38. Quote a song lyric that sums up your year. “Old Mc Donald has a farm, EIEIO” hehe!

No house :(

So we looked at a house last week, that we really liked, but when we called about it yesterday they said they had sold it on the weekend! So we are back to trying to find a place to live. We have another house in mind but we're not sure about the price yet, or when they are putting it up for sale, so we'll just keep praying about it.

We went to Bemidji last weekend, Emma and I spent it with Karena and kids while Ryan and Jed went on to the cities to the Motorcycle show. Karena and I had some good conversations, and the kids played really well together, it was fun to see them all together. Ryan said they had a good time. He came back with a stiff neck, he looks miserable, but won't go see a chiropractor until he pretty much can't move.

I'm still feeling pretty good, baby 2 is a busy one. I've started dreaming more and more about this baby, and I know I'm coming to the end because I'm ready to be done being pregnant. :) I'm sure no one understands this one :)

I have a dentist appointment Friday am, I am not looking forward to it. I'll be glad when its done! So if you think about me, pray for me, I get so stressed about it. Thanks.

Anyone planning something special for Valentines Day? I'd love to hear about it.

Have a great week!

Another house

We looked at another house this week, this time it was out in the country. Only 5miles out, so that was good (close to town). I REALLY, REALLY liked it. It isn't anything big or fancy, but updated, and nice enough for out little (but growing) family. Emma and I went to the bank yesterday to ask for our pre-approved loan, I think we got it all because Emma was along, she charmed a few of the "important" loan officers, so that was good. No I'm just kidding, we did get our loan and Emma was along, she was her usual sweet self and made a few friends along the way. We are glad to have the loan process started incase we are able to find a house that God built (for us :) ) So pray that this is the right place for us. Thanks :)