I guess in case there happen to be any random readers that stop by here to see if I wrote anything lately, I should let you know that I switched blogs.
In order to easily merge all my former blog posts (and access my xanga archives to read about my previous pregnancies) I am writing over at wordpress now. Feel free to come check it out and leave a comment letting me know you stopped by!
www.jennikim6.wordpress.com
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Saturday, April 5, 2014
Date Night!
I had a wonderful date night with Phil last night. (Thanks again for baby sitting,Kathryn Kramer!) We enjoyed a delicious dinner at Olive Garden (thanks to a special gift card!) and then we got to see a glimpse of the newest member of our family!!! After welcoming precious baby Nathaniel into Sherri Rogers and Matt Rogers family this morning and snuggling with him for an hour this evening, I'm even more excited to welcome our little baby into our family in November!!!
Saturday, January 25, 2014
Journaling Again
I have really enjoyed journaling again after taking such a long break from writing. There are several posts floating around in my brain that aren't quite ready for words, yet as I desire to get back into the habit of writing consistently, I decided to just sit down and write and see what comes.
The encouragement I received from several of you after reading my previous post meant the world to me. I received several messages, texts, calls, and emails from people saying they enjoyed reading what I wrote and letting me know they were praying for me and thinking of me. Some of you opened up and shared your hearts with me and I continue to lift you up in prayer. Others of you thanked me for writing and being vulnerable and I was even told I am "talented" when it comes to writing. While I am much more apt to feel insecure in sharing my words with others, rather than feeling talented by any means, the affirmation I received was a great balm for my heart. Thank you for taking the time to read what was on my heart and for responding in so many different ways. It's good to feel connected and to know the feelings we are experiencing aren't unique- I am not alone!
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Today, my heart is heavy as I think about family and friends gathering at two separate events. My great-aunt Jean passed away earlier this week and her funeral is in Florida. I really wanted to be there to honor her and remember her with family and loved ones, but it just didn't work out. She was a beautiful woman who always loved and supported us. (In this photo, she is front left.)
Another group of friends from my days in Rockford, IL will be gathering to grieve the unexpected loss of a friend's 10 month old baby boy today. Though I haven't spoken to this friend in years, and never had the opportunity of meeting her beautiful baby boy, my heart feels the loss as I imagine the pain she is experiencing. Several friends have posted on facebook, offering encouraging words of hope, when life just doesn't seem to make sense.
Again, we see that we all experience heartache and trials of different magnitudes walking through this life. My love and prayers are with you...
The encouragement I received from several of you after reading my previous post meant the world to me. I received several messages, texts, calls, and emails from people saying they enjoyed reading what I wrote and letting me know they were praying for me and thinking of me. Some of you opened up and shared your hearts with me and I continue to lift you up in prayer. Others of you thanked me for writing and being vulnerable and I was even told I am "talented" when it comes to writing. While I am much more apt to feel insecure in sharing my words with others, rather than feeling talented by any means, the affirmation I received was a great balm for my heart. Thank you for taking the time to read what was on my heart and for responding in so many different ways. It's good to feel connected and to know the feelings we are experiencing aren't unique- I am not alone!
Today, my heart is heavy as I think about family and friends gathering at two separate events. My great-aunt Jean passed away earlier this week and her funeral is in Florida. I really wanted to be there to honor her and remember her with family and loved ones, but it just didn't work out. She was a beautiful woman who always loved and supported us. (In this photo, she is front left.)Another group of friends from my days in Rockford, IL will be gathering to grieve the unexpected loss of a friend's 10 month old baby boy today. Though I haven't spoken to this friend in years, and never had the opportunity of meeting her beautiful baby boy, my heart feels the loss as I imagine the pain she is experiencing. Several friends have posted on facebook, offering encouraging words of hope, when life just doesn't seem to make sense.
Again, we see that we all experience heartache and trials of different magnitudes walking through this life. My love and prayers are with you...
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