Isabella has joined the world of the walkers! She has been flirting with walking for awhile now and finally has taken the first step, literally. I am really excited for her and it's amazing to see how much she has grown. She's such a joy to be around and there's nothing in the world that can compare to the smile she gives me! Yet, at the same time, it is a little bittersweet. I want her to grow, but just not so fast. Here's a cute video of some of her first steps (please excuse my Howard Deanesque scream at the end).
At the Ladies' Tea we had at church last month, the speaker challenged us to pray blessing over our children. She told a story of Mary Washington praying for her son, George. And how, even on the battlefield, George sent a letter to his mother imploring her to keep praying. I've been trying to pray over my two precious babies since then. Some nights I just plain forget, but it has helped me to remember that they really aren't mine. They are God's and what an awesome responsibility he has given Rick and I as their parents. Part of my prayer is from Genesis 31:49, "May the LORD keep watch between you and me when we are away from each other." I also borrow from Moses as he was instructing Aaron and Isrealites about the priestly blessing in Numbers 6,
The LORD said to Moses, "Tell Aaron and his sons, 'This is how you are to bless the Israelites. Say to them:
" ' "The LORD bless you and keep you;
the LORD make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you;
the LORD turn his face toward you and give you peace."'
"So they will put my name on the Israelites, and I will bless them."
5 comments:
I really can't believe she is walking! YEAH for Bella Boo (as she is called in our house!). And thanks for sharing those scriptures. I've also been trying to accept the challenge but I need a daily reminder.
She is growing very quickly! Watch out here she comes :-)
Aww look at her!! Adorable!!!
Ya for Bella! That is so adorable when this tiny little person starts walking and they barely reach your knees! I always loved that stage.
Hi Wendy! What wonder Isabella is! What a joy to share her first steps and she is such a cutie pie! Enjoy her now before she becomes a teenager! LOL
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