Our favorite comments & questions...

(1) Can we see pics of the the baby? Here is our precious lil' blessing, Eli! We are now 20 weeks and, yes, it is a BOY! He is perfectly healthy and presently 10 oz. Nick is beyond himself excited to have a little man to raise. Praise God for the great things He has done!

Tiny fingers!

Right when they snapped it, he turned away just a little. That is his little hand up to his face. Almost everytime we get an ultrasound, that thumb is in his mouth. The doctor said he is most surely a thumb sucker!

We showed these at church and the four year old pastor's daughter, Cara, had some questions. Why is the baby black and white? Will it come out of your belly in color? And if it is in color now why do take the picture the old way (in black and white)? What little minds think of!

(2) Do you ever get to see your sister? All the time! We love her visits and she brings a vibrant delight in life like no other! She is moving to Boston in January for her master's, but not before staying 10 days with us between Christmas and the New Year!

Cater! She is crazy and we love every minute!

At the house!

All dressed up! Do you think we look like we are related?

A windy day at the beach!

(3) Do you have any friends in Wilmington? Being that all of our time is with the church and there is no one within 10-15 years our age there, it is a bit of an obstacle. Though we have forged other relationships, they do not know the Lord and this keeps us from extended time spent with them. But He is faithful and we look forward to making more friends here!

Each other! We have grown immensely in our marriage and as friends since moving here. We are grateful for the journey and for the amazing gift of one another. Please pray for us as we continue to navigate together the waves of Wilmington!

Watson, our puppy, is definitely one of our favorite friends. Great pal for a walk around the neighborhood, on the beach or just fun in the backyard!

Bonita, the senor pastor's wife- we talk almost daily, navigate children's choir together, and have dinner every few weeks as families.

This pic is for Nick. Two of his favorite teachers at the school are Karen (1st) and Ranae (2nd). Their classrooms are on the same floor as his, so he runs into them and their class all the time. Both have a heart for missions and love God's people. We are blessed by what they bring each and every day to Calvary Christian School!

Josh & Amy - Our favorite neighbors. The attend another church, however, both sets of their grandparents attend our church. They come to our services periodically for family day. Josh enjoys golf and football. Amy is a huge homemaker and nurse for twin girls. They live 4 houses down and we enjoy their company! They have recently opened their home to a new unwed 19 year old mom of 4 weeks and are ministering to her through the safe haven of their home.

(4) Do you work? I guess since you are prenant, now, you will not be getting a job? Do you "just help" Nick? Now that right there is a huge understatement for any of you friends who are ministry. Do you work somewhere in Wilmington? Yes, a resounding YES! The paycheck and these pics are the proof!

MK Formal. This is Sarah, my senor director, and Lauren, one of the consultants on my team! Being 17 weeks pregnant, my wedding dress was the only thing I could get in because of the laces in the back.

Some of you may know some these MK friends from Raleigh. We met up in Charlotte for a training event.

The beloved Jenn - my business has excelled much to her credit. She is 29, stays at home with her 2.5 year old daughter, Caylin, and has been in MK management for 5 years! She is a huge blessing - texting me verses applicable to business, sending cards, and meeting with me weekly! Thank you, Jenn, for you do and giving above & beyond!

Meg is my first friend in Wilmington! Love her! She is always checking in and has even shown up to my home to clean it from top to bottom when I was so sick months ago!

Some of our sales team from Wilmington!