Snow Day Projects

It was such a needed treat to have the day at home with my hubby. Just last night I was feeling so incredibly overwhelmed by all I've got to get done personally and with my new job before the baby comes (due February 23rd). A quiet day at home is just what I needed. Between my dad and my hubby, we got quite a bit done.

There were a few lingering things we needed to do to better heat the house and my dad & Corey worked on those things. I did laundry and made pretty things :). I guess the nesting thing is no lie. I can't believe how annoyed I can get with unfinished things in our house. I have to really ask the Lord for patience through the hormone induced tears :).

Here are a few things I got done today.....

A picture prayer wall in the hallway by our bedroom. I can now catch a glimpse of a friend and say a quick prayer for them as I go by.

I started getting the changing table stocked and ready to go.

Corey painted this cabinet that my grandmother left to me. I love it white! I finally was able to get the dishes in it. I like it in all white but I also like the idea of adding color depending on the season or celebration.

I may have also started getting my hospital bag ready ;). I can't believe it is time to do those kinds of things!!

The Wedding Ceremony

Our wedding ceremony took place on May 11, 2013 and included many special moments with incredible people there to support us.

Amy's cousins and Corey's sisters lit candles to remember our special family now in heaven as selected hymns were played.

The flowers girls and ring bearer started down the aisle.

 Adam sang, "Turn your eyes upon Jesus" and rang the bell four times for the hour just before Amy went down the aisle.




Layna played the wedding march and Joe, Amy's dad, calmed Amy before the doors opened.

Corey's sisters led the congregation in one of my favorite hymns, "There is a Redeemer".

Andrew shared a homily from Philippians 2 where he talked about Amy & Corey being like-minded, of one purpose and having the same spirit and love.

Corey and Amy exchanged vows and rings.

Layna and Jeff (Amy's brother) sang "How Deep the Father's Love for Us" as their parents and the congregation prayed over them.

 


Andrew then declared them husband and wife and announced, "Mr. and Mrs. Corey Sylvestre."

Baby Bump!

I've had several friends ask recently for some baby bump photos. Here are few below that show a bit of progression :).  I am due February 23rd. I can't believe it!!

Paw Gene

We lost a great man yesterday. I had the privilege of calling him Paw Gene and living on his farm and growing up playing in the creek with all my cousins. He modeled loving Jesus, loving his wife & family and working extremely hard for all that he has. I would jump in his truck when he would blow the horn and we would go put out salt blocks for the cows. To me he was invincible and always there. His distinct voice is in my ears and always will be. He taught Sunday School to entire generation at the church where Corey & I were married in May. I'm so blessed he got meet Corey and enjoy our wedding day with us and to hear about his 10th great grand-baby we are expecting. It aches to think of not seeing his white truck coming and going on the farm but I know he is with our God who has cattle on a thousand hills and that will suit him just fine. I love you, Paw Gene, along with so many others. I'm so honored to be your granddaughter and so sad to say goodbye for now. I know heaven is rejoicing and welcoming you home.