Quick Trip to Columbus

J and a crew of CUMC students attended Breakthru this weekend. From what I hear, things went really well and Jesus did some big things in our students' lives. I am anxious to hear from my d group about their experience!! While he was away, the kids and I went to Columbus for a night. I was able to go to the orphan care expo in Starkville and the kids were able to get some fun grandparent time in.

Getting a picture of 3 kids is hard work!!!

I absolutely love getting to watch my kids interact and bond. They adore their little sister.

I think she is pretty smitten as well.

Before we left for Columbus, EK had a bday party at the jumpy place. I held Emma the whole time while EK played. Every time Emma saw EK on the slide or she would pass by where we were standing, she would wave so wildly that I thought her arm might fly out of socket.

They are pretty sweet....albeit a bit rough at times! I probably say "Be gentle! She's just a baby!" about a hundred times a day.

I know I'm partial, but she is a doll.

Of course, I think this one is pretty precious too. (As to not leave anyone out, Walker is precious as well, but he won't sit still long enough for a picture!)

My brother in law and his family came in to town for lunch and to meet Emma. It is always a treat to get to visit with the whole crew.

I love it when they all play well together. It gives me a glimmer of hope that one day some of the tantrums and not so pleasant-attention seeking behaviors might even back out to normal!!!

I was super excited to attend the orphan care expo at FBC Starkville. Meaghan has been a huge part in growing this ministry in their church and I was eager to pick up some tips to bring back to the ministry at CUMC. They had a super turn out and the speaker was really informative are challenging.

I am truly overwhelmed by how the Lord has placed such precious friends in my life who get me and share my heart for adoption and orphan care.  Love, love, love sweet Olivia and Heather...and the photobomb by Jones!

We had such a nice visit and only wish it could have been longer so we could have seen more of our wonderful Columbus friends. We will be back soon though!