under the water and on top of the world...

We're back from Florida and are returning to "normal" life.  (I use the word "normal" since life feels anything but when you've got a kitchen renovation in progress... another update on that soon...)

Nevertheless, there's a few things worth mentioning from our trip last week....


First, I'm convinced more than ever that my child is ready to be a big sister.  (um, you think?)  This is the scene when small children are around.  She's tickling them, playing with them, entertaining them and watching out for them.

We are praying fervently that God would bring another birthmommy into our life soon, so keep your eyes and ears open for us!


Secondly, we conquered a fear and reached a major milestone this week.

Plug nose.  Deep breath.


Go under!


And come back up.


Under the water...


...and on top of the world.