Out with the old...

I DID manage to finish the prayer shawl before my MIL left after Christmas.  It was close, but I am so glad that she was happy to receive it.  I am actually quite pleased with how it turned out and even managed to stick with just knitting IT and nothing else until it was done.

My oldest son managed to get this quick photo of me on Christmas morning while I was still working on the prayer shawl. 

Now, I'm working on a hat for the new baby.  It's supposed to be a quick knit, but I just can't seem to stay focused.  It probably has a little to do with these regular contractions and need for rest.

Taxes... I have also managed to start the tedious work of getting my Quickbooks file in order for MudpieBabies.  Then, I've got to get the Quicken files together for the rest of the house.  This is NOT my favorite task.  But, it's one that has to be done.  And, since I should get a refund again this year... it's in my best interest to get everything together early so that I am not loaning my money to Uncle Sam any longer than necessary.  ;-)

This is my favorite photo from Christmas... my mom and four out of five of my current children.  I'd love to get a decent shot of my oldest daughter, but she has this seeming aversion to having her picture taken recently.

This year has been an interesting one.  It's had it's highs and lows... all in all, I'm glad to be done with this and look forward to the coming new year.

We are looking forward to welcoming our 6th blessing... and our 3rd boy sometime this week.  I would be jumping for joy if he decided to arrive on the 1st.  But, God's timing is perfect and we trust that he will come when he's ready and it's time.  We look forward to trying to sell our current home and purchase something closer to our church again.  We look forward to spending the upcoming year drawing closer to God and closer to each other as a family that serves the Lord Almighty.  So, with that I will close this post for this year and rejoice in welcoming in the New Year with much joy and the birth of our new son... and rest upon this verse...

Jeremiah 29:11 ~ 'For I know the plans that I have for you,' declares the LORD, 'plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope.

Comments

[WaialuaGirl]

Hello Tiffani!

It's a cold and blustery morning and I am wondering if you are still at home? The picture of your prayer shawl is beautiful. You made it to 2008 just like you wanted =)

Love,
Janelle