August was busy and beautiful.
I was honored to volunteer at a baby shower hosted by Operation Shower, an organization who loves on pregnant mamas-to-be whose husbands are deployed. I didn't even bring my camera to that because I knew I'd want to focus all my attention on the moms. But, if you're interested in seeing some pictures of the gorgeous shower, you can check it out here.
We spent lots of quality time with family. After a great visit to see Steve's parents near Chautauqua Lake we were still able to sneak one last summer visit to Lake George.
Another August highlight was 'stealing' my nephew the day and taking the two boys to the zoo, the park and on a picnic. They're kinda my favorite ;)
Steve was busy with new teacher orientation and job training for his new Physics teaching job. He's really been enjoying it so far!
And probably the most exciting August development is.... we bought a house! Yay!! :) We don't move in for a few more weeks but I promise one of our 'September memories' will include a picture ;)
Here are a few of our other precious August memories!
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Ohhh my love for silhouettes knows no bounds <3 I adore them!
Poppi and Clark at the races in Saratoga. One of our favorite summer locales.
Clark just adores the horses :)
*Sigh* Oh, Lake George- how I love you.
A BIG first. Well, at least to this crazy mama. ;) Clarky got his first haircut!
Here's the last look at his luscious locks...er.... nappy craziness
During his haircut :) Haircuts for Peanuts was just amazing with Clark. I highly recommend them. Clark was completely content watching Veggietales while eating animal crackers- They thought of everything :)
The finished look: My BIG boy! <3
Another peaceful moment by the lake. I swear my heart is happiest in the Adirondacks <3
Clark's become the self-appointed flower waterer. And he's actually really quite good at it!
Probably one of my favorite spontaneous photo shoots. Clark and my nephew, as well as my BIL and SIL playing with two HUGE balloons in their awesome backyard. I just love these :)
I finally got to spend some time with my cousin, Val, and her boyfriend, Dave! We went for drinks at the insanely beautiful Sagamore hotel on Lake George. It is just a stunning location. One of my faves. Here's Val looking like a windswept model <3
And here are the lovebirds <3 We were laughing because doesn't the background almost look Hawaiian?? Haha maybe I'm just dreaming ;)
This is the first month Clark's been really into coloring... and dumping out the crayons...
Just practicing his creativity, right??
And, of course, the 'me' picture. This was literally the only picture of me this month- so it's good that I loved the back drop ;)
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Focused on James 4:7-8a this month:
Submit yourselves therefore to God.
Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.
My devotional challenged me to "View trials as exercises designed to develop my 'trust muscles'." And when I do start to feel afraid to "affirm my trust in [God]- speaking out loud if circumstances permit"
This coming month I'm working on talking out loud with God throughout my day. (Even if Clarky thinks I'm crazy ;)) Because I know I personally stay on target with my thoughts, and feel closer to the Lord, when I converse with Him often. Praying this month that I draw nearer to God while resisting the devil. (hmmm does that sound familiar??)
Lots of Love,
Jessi
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