Death and Life

So wow, it has almost been a year since I have blogged. As you know so much has happened since our time together. I haven't really been able to blog because I didn't know what to say... Tonight I went to my church's fine arts recital to watch them dedicate a piano in Isaiah's memory.

Something triggered in my mind tonight that I should visit my blog and share with you some of the things I have dealt with this past year. What a year, huh? Pain, sorrow, grief, joy, happiness, all in one :)

Losing my sweet Isaiah, watching my sister and brother let go of their son, seeing my mom and dad at a loss of words or comfort was the saddest, hardest thing I have ever witnessed. There are so many days when I am driving home from work that I see a beautiful sunset or the sun shining through the clouds and I always think about Isaiah. I think about the boy who endured much but gave more. I think about the little guy who loved happy birthday songs, who was always putting his little hands on dad's guitar, and who wore the happiest smile in the world.

There are some days when memories come flooding back into my head; making Christmas cookies with Nicki and Isaiah (Nicki made him try the icing), listening to Lion sing to Isaiah over and over again,watching him see the ocean for the first time, and rubbing his sweet little mittens while he slept. These are things that I treasure most and I suppose thats why I am blogging again, so I don't forget.

I probably will never be able to sing Taylor songs, Happy Birthday, or lullabies without thinking of Isaiah and I am glad.

Until I blog again,

Jessie

Here it is!!

What a few past months it has been. I am sitting here watching the Olympics, Jeremiah is studying for the CPA, and life is good. Things that have been going on since we have stepped into the real world:

1. Jeremiah got a job with BKD Accounting firm, he is a public auditor and he loves it, but it has been a huge transition for me. Apparently I just forgot that accountants are busy during tax season... oops.

So needless to say I am getting used to Jeremiah coming home at around 7-8 and the traveling. I am not going to lie, it stinks and we all know how I deal with change but I am fortunate that my husband has a job, works hard, loves me unconditionally, and provides for us.

2. I got a job teaching third grade at Lost River; another huge transition. I love it,, every day is hard, the children teach me patience and perseverance. I love my third grade kiddos so much, I have countless stories about my first year so far. I wouldn't trade this experience for anything. I love working with my third graders! I am so thankful that I have a job that allows me to grow and a job that I love.

3. We are under contract to get a house :) I am so ecstatic, I love it. You know my initial blog title was the house street, but then I thought what if some weirdo is looking at the blog and pays us a visit :)

You know we were so young getting married or so the world would say, that I never really felt like an adult and most days I still don't but it is really neat to see how the Lord provides a way and the changes that have evolved since we have been married.

4. Lastly, I had a great Valentine's day. I am so grateful for the unconditional love my husband shows me. Being married is my favorite.

I'm Here

For those few who check my blog, I am here, I haven't forgotten my little blog! New blogs are coming soon. Things to look forward to:

New Job post

New House post

Crazy life post

Reminiscing post