tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.comments2016-04-21T02:04:51.112+01:00Mommy MemoirsRuthAlliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05358122990350275646noreply@blogger.comBlogger66125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-90625007783277318252016-02-20T21:58:52.589+02:002016-02-20T21:58:52.589+02:00Hi there! I'm at work surfing around your blog...Hi there! I'm at work surfing around your blog from my new apple iphone! Just wanted to say I love reading your blog and look forward to all your posts! Keep up the excellent work!HD Wallpapershttp://www.nicehdwall.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-6125636364533875062016-02-20T21:58:00.926+02:002016-02-20T21:58:00.926+02:00I savor, result in I found just what I was looking...I savor, result in I found just what I was looking for. You have ended my 4 day lengthy hunt! God Bless you man.Have a great day. <a href="http://www.nicehdwall.com/" rel="nofollow">HD Wallpapers</a>HD Wallpapershttp://www.nicehdwall.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-88027957307348783982016-02-20T21:54:55.664+02:002016-02-20T21:54:55.664+02:00Thank you for the post. I will certainly return.Thank you for the post. I will certainly return.HD Wallpapershttp://www.nicehdwall.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-71364733234488752332013-12-12T19:09:36.401+02:002013-12-12T19:09:36.401+02:00love you, ruth. so much. Tablove you, ruth. so much. Tabthe Stork Nesthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06643677100908826114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-51471071818282826402013-11-25T03:25:26.526+02:002013-11-25T03:25:26.526+02:00I'm so sorry, Ruth!
I am praying for you and G...I'm so sorry, Ruth!<br />I am praying for you and Gary.<br />Elizabethelizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05765858692442196719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-91164860263317795222013-11-24T05:42:00.820+02:002013-11-24T05:42:00.820+02:00"Before I formed you in the womb, I KNEW YOU...."Before I formed you in the womb, I KNEW YOU." (Jeremiah) you will not only see your wee one again, but LIVE with them on That Great Day, that we all long more and more for. Grieve, Dear One. the loss IS heavy and meaningful---we take great comfort that God thought it important enough to record in Scripture- CLEARLY- that from CONCEPTION we are known. i long for your heart to be comforted. KNOW that i am praying for you and Gary. i love you! the Stork Nesthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06643677100908826114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-1172596716820368322013-11-22T21:40:13.803+02:002013-11-22T21:40:13.803+02:00Praying for you guys. Jason and KatiePraying for you guys. Jason and KatieJasonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13315209625557176897noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-58887019402672441452013-11-22T15:59:27.372+02:002013-11-22T15:59:27.372+02:00Dear Ruth and Gary,
Although no words we say could...Dear Ruth and Gary,<br />Although no words we say could ever take away the sorrow and burden that you must be bearing right now, it is our prayer that peace and comfort that only the Lord Jesus Christ can provide, will fill you and strengthen you. Remember despite such trying times that the Lord is still good and he is still Sovereign. We are praying for you!<br /><br />"For I know that my Redeemer lives,<br />and at the last he will stand upon the earth.<br />And after my skin has thus been destroyed,<br />yet in my flesh I will see God,<br />whom I shall see for myself,<br />and my eyes shall behold, and not another.<br />My heart faints within me!"<br /><br />Job 19:25-27 Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05043054772590867279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-91794164539069803742013-11-22T03:52:06.219+02:002013-11-22T03:52:06.219+02:00I am so sorry, Ruth! I'm praying that Jesus w...I am so sorry, Ruth! I'm praying that Jesus will heal your broken heart and that you will feel overwhelmed with His love and peace, and that He will bless you with more little miracles.<br />Love and Prayers,<br />JessicaJessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06765184856332833791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-81841421173654155852013-11-15T19:12:52.166+02:002013-11-15T19:12:52.166+02:00Elizabeth, I would love that. Your mom told me to ...Elizabeth, I would love that. Your mom told me to call the other weekend you were in town, but I had such bad morning sickness that weekend that I never got a chance. Would love to see you and meet your kids.RuthAlliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05358122990350275646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-37269762415231715302013-11-13T03:39:36.637+02:002013-11-13T03:39:36.637+02:00Wow, that's awesome, Ruth! Congrats!
Would lo...Wow, that's awesome, Ruth! Congrats! <br />Would love to see you sometime in the future now that you are in the States. We might move to Chattanooga too, but we aren't sure yet. If so, it would be fun to have some playdates!<br />~elizabeth (maclellan) lindquistelizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05765858692442196719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-68145599316840136052013-09-22T01:48:17.309+02:002013-09-22T01:48:17.309+02:00Ruth--- i have to say i don't ever think i hav...Ruth--- i have to say i don't ever think i have seen such gorgeous wedding photographs! i thought that when i first saw them-- but seeing them again, makes tears smart in my eyes. the love in your eyes for each other is unmistakable. i know your parents must have had many fears and reservations about letting your pursue your dreams of where you felt the Lord was leading you--- and NOW look! this is a super lesson for us other moms, who have kids sitting on the cusp of life. we HAVE to let them fly out of our hands, trusting with everything in us that THE LORD'S HANDS GUIDE THEM. This is an Ebenezer moment for you that defined your life--- and i admire your obedience and your parents knowing when to step back and trust you FULLY to the Lord. No doubts the Lord had other important work for you to do there, but He took you to Cape Town to bring you your husband!!!!!! i talk to my girls often of this, and other similar stories. i want them to see that their heart needs to be lost in Jesus---- and when it is, the other will just fall into place!!! i never tire of hearing this story! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!!!<br />the Stork Nesthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06643677100908826114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-73377574727379224322013-04-25T21:23:54.604+01:002013-04-25T21:23:54.604+01:00Happy (belated) Anniversary! Such a wonderful tri...Happy (belated) Anniversary! Such a wonderful trip down memory lane. Love you guys!Emily Snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-68988419744495643472013-04-19T02:02:26.240+01:002013-04-19T02:02:26.240+01:00Love it. Made me teary - so it had to be good. L...Love it. Made me teary - so it had to be good. Love the selection of pics included.<br /><br />Two years! Whoo-Hoo! 15 more and you can be old like me. :)Jason and Gretchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09685782123802879936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-3200889104092380702013-03-04T02:21:07.227+02:002013-03-04T02:21:07.227+02:00Shhhh....don't tell my kids, but Uncle Jason i...Shhhh....don't tell my kids, but Uncle Jason is fairly certain Lilly is one of the cutest kids he has ever seen!Jason and Gretchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09685782123802879936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-59478711596809102552013-01-26T18:57:36.278+02:002013-01-26T18:57:36.278+02:00She's adorable!!! Lucky us, you got me - and ...She's adorable!!! Lucky us, you got me - and I got you. :)Jason and Gretchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09685782123802879936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-26937377667214588932012-11-14T22:45:37.725+02:002012-11-14T22:45:37.725+02:00She is adorable. And I know something about that ...She is adorable. And I know something about that strong will....Jason and Gretchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09685782123802879936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-41925165342375249652012-10-31T02:42:24.550+02:002012-10-31T02:42:24.550+02:00They always remember the memories, not the cobwebs...They always remember the memories, not the cobwebs.... (yes, I learn this weekly). :)Jason and Gretchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09685782123802879936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-11449482264003910202012-09-15T23:02:19.398+02:002012-09-15T23:02:19.398+02:00Great post - a thankful post, maybe I'll start...Great post - a thankful post, maybe I'll start too....Jason and Gretchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09685782123802879936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-22362478378924322732012-08-31T21:51:33.143+01:002012-08-31T21:51:33.143+01:00Feel Better Lilly - Ganch sent you a package today...Feel Better Lilly - Ganch sent you a package today, so look for that in a week or two!! :)Jason and Gretchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09685782123802879936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-78242772034770419692012-08-28T19:31:06.232+01:002012-08-28T19:31:06.232+01:00Love all three of you!Love all three of you!Jason and Gretchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09685782123802879936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-31092771332262157122012-07-08T09:13:11.895+01:002012-07-08T09:13:11.895+01:00(forgot something...sorry!) she is adorable! Ruth-...(forgot something...sorry!) she is adorable! Ruth-- of course we spank our kids. i advise you to talk with your mom and dad about this one thing. I think Lilly is MUCH too young to spank. that should really start at 11 or 12 months when they start walking--- with the first "battle" usually their new found freedom with totting around, when you say "come to momma and get your diaper changed.... and pat the ground, they grin big, decide quickly, turn around and RUN the other way. the first time you tell them sternly NO NO, get up and get them by the hand. walk them to the place you wanted them and state clearly LAY DOWN LIKE MOMMA SAID. OBEY. Momma said come here!.... then when it happens again. (like the NEXT diaper change :) then you swat. Once, likely all that will be needed b/c it will startle here. consider these types of interaction really training. Because true discipline comes with willful defiance. when they are that little they can't really make a decision to defy you. make sense? maybe i'm off on how old she is, but she's less than 6 months, right? BE CAREFUL. i would not advise that yet. Ask your dad and mom. if i am voted down, disregard. (i would be terrified to discipline that early. Not only that, you can get into a mess, legally, if someone sees you do that and dials a certain number, you know? Gretch is RIGHT....IT IS more torture NOT to spank. you do NOT want a bratty , disrespectful child. and it is a steep learning curve on the first child. An INFANT acting up should be scooped up, and go right to their crib. lights off. door closed. no cuddling, rocking, etc. No new mom ever will tell you that a very small baby can bring very big emotions out of a parent. THEY CAN. this is what cribs are for. time out for the momma and baby. Time out after age 12 months or so.... for the birds in most cases, unless it is to get themselves together AFTER a discipline measure has taken place. Maybe your family does this different? take a poll from them. and you are right. it IS hard to engage them, when the time comes. so hard. but it makes HAPPY children who know where their boundaries are, when done correctly. Also, for awhile, because it seems this was provoked by missing a nap, you (may) have to reschedule your activities to make SURE she gets her nap. Your job to let life happen to her around her schedule so that she has had what she needs. (yes, this can sometimes mean missing church or an afternoon small group....or not going to a Bible study b/c the times are "off" ...not a sin!! b/c she is your first priority! LOVE YOU, TABthe Stork Nesthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06643677100908826114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-35483308086084193822012-07-08T09:05:15.479+01:002012-07-08T09:05:15.479+01:00This comment has been removed by the author.the Stork Nesthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06643677100908826114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-61282980649781756102012-07-06T20:57:02.080+01:002012-07-06T20:57:02.080+01:00But more torture not to spank. That picture is go...But more torture not to spank. That picture is going to be used in a wedding video one day....Jason and Gretchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09685782123802879936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1298494171068475778.post-61902830770040068602012-07-06T20:52:21.816+01:002012-07-06T20:52:21.816+01:00What a cutie pie!What a cutie pie!Jason and Gretchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09685782123802879936noreply@blogger.com