Zachary Thomas Ross is here!

July 25, 2009

Thank you Lord!

Hilary and Greg's first precious child

arrived today weighing in at

6lbs 13 oz.

Welcome sweet one!!

July 24, 2009

"God will see to it

that we are in circumstances

that are best designed

by His sovereign love

to give us opportunities

to bear fruit for Him."

~Elisabeth Elliot

As you trust in Him...

July 21, 2009

"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." Romans 15:13

We're Home!

July 20, 2009

We had a wonderful weekend at the NC State Fairgrounds! I came away ever so grateful for the Special Olympics. To see the joy on these children's faces when they'd each get a ribbon or medal was precious! There were many emotions over the weekend. To see up close what challenges families face each day brought me to tears. To see family members bending over backwards to encourage each rider also brought me to tears. They were a family...understanding some of what it means to have a child with special needs. We were privileged to be there- to be a part.

Miri was a bit nervous to ride in the big arena but even though she had to change horses last minute- she did well. She was so funny- she won 2 third place ribbons which were her favorite color- yellow. She had 2 more classes to compete in and only wanted yellow :). She got a 4th place ribbon (white) but then rode her best in the last class (equitation) and got another yellow! Thank you Lord!

Sadly we had major camera struggles so these are the only shots that turned out. Bill did take video and another mom is getting me a CD of the pictures she took. If I get more I'll post them soon!

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Special Olympics Here We Come!

July 16, 2009

Early tomorrow morning we meet up with the Mecklenberg team at Lifespan where we'll begin our trek to the NC State Fair Grounds where Mirielle will compete in the Special Olympics on horse back! She's so excited as are we.

Will you please pray...

1. For safety for the team

2. That Mirielle will not feel pressure to perform. We just want her to have fun!

3. That Dolly (the horse Miri's riding) will respond to Miri's prompts. She's an older horse who at times decides she's 'done'. Hmmm... kinda like me! :)

We'll post pictures when we return!

Miri on Dolly~

July 16, 2009

"We can stop pleading with God to show us the future, and start living and obeying like we are confident that He holds the future.” Kevin DeYoung

Day 1

July 13, 2009

I remember being aware when Jonathan was born- that one day he'd leave home. Grasping the fact that today is that day?? Impossible! I believe I will always be one of those mom's who make it a point to tell new moms to enjoy their children because it'll fly by. It really does.

I am so grateful to the Lord for all that has taken place over these past few weeks. Many wonderful memories were made- but the one that stands out most is our dinner on Day 9.

Today was indeed surreal! I truly sensed the grace of God at work- thank you to those who prayed! We started our day all rising around 6ish. As Jon was ready to head downstairs he went in to wake Miri. This was precious :)

The first thing she asked was- "Is there lightening?"~Due to the flash from the camera :)

Jon put the last few things in his car... then sat down to breakfast with Bill.

I love this shot... my 3 men!

This is the "DON'T LEAVE" shot!

My 3 kids :)

Miri was so funny! She said she wanted a "Don't leave" shot!!

As Jon was getting ready to leave I started crying so Miri said "Don't worry Mom- it's going to be okay! Jon will be close to Disney!" She then said "And you still got him!" (Pointing to Bill :) ) We laughed and laughed which so helped as I took this shot...