My Little Girl is 8...

Happy Birthday to Madelyn Jewel. Madelyn was born at 11:59pm, one minute shy of April 7th. She is named after Aunt Martha Jewel, my grandfather's sister. She was born one day shy of her due date. The day of her birth, I went to a toy party having contractions and believing this is the day. After the party, Steve and I went to Sonic, but the pain grew worse. I then proceeded home to walk and drink water and lay on my left side, but my pain level grew! I went into the hospital at 4pm and she was born 8 hours later. Where did the time go? Eight-I have had her eight years! I am completely blessed with all my precious girls. Eight just seems like such a big number. She even looks older, how can that be?

Madelyn is an amazing daughter. She is the oldest of her sisters. She is thoughtful, loving, helpful, sincere, kind, loves the life God blessed her with, loves the Lord with all her heart and always puts others first before herself. Her heart is a precious jewel just like herself.

Back to School after a much needed break....

I loved waking up for a week and not having to do school. Such a refresher for all of us. Sleeping in, no routine, no school, just pure fun and enjoyment! I loved every minute of our week off, so much so that I gave Madelyn two options. A-we can double up school each week and finish by the first of May or B-not double up and finish up at the end of May. I crossed my fingers in hope she would choose A. And yes, I scored! We are pushing our brains to finish up by the first of May. I may be a hermit for the next month working hard...hard..hard..but it gives me an extra month before the baby comes to enjoy waking up late and doing extra fun things with the girls. When we finish, we are headed straight to the zoo to celebrate. Wild animals we are! HA! It gives us something to look forward to and celebrate a day at the zoo. I can't wait. I am very tired lately, but praying for strength and energy to teach the little children. YAY for homeschool!