When your spouse fails you

When your spouse fails you, Remember that God will never fail. When your spouse hurts you, He holds your tears in a jar and makes you whole. When your spouse misunderstands you, Remember that there is One who knows you better than you know yourself. When your spouse judges you, Remember that there is only One who judges rightly. When your spouse forgets you, There is One who never forgets. When your spouse wrongs you, Remember that He will put all things right in the end. When your spouse criticizes you, He will quietly sing over you with Love. When your spouse rejects you, He holds you in His arms. When your spouse doesn't love you anymore, Receive strength from Christ To choose Love anyways.

Isaac's words

Because our beloved first child has some serious developmental delays, I have been watching our second son, Isaac, a bit more carefully. A few weeks ago I thought he turned 18 months and only had about 3-4 words and I was a bit troubled. Then I realized he was only 17 months. Babycenter says that by 18 months kids should have about 15 words. I am very happy to be able to report that he made it! (Even though I know that kids growing up in multilingual environments get a few grace months.) Before I share his list of words I just want to reiterate what a complete and total sweetheart Isaac is. He is oozing with sweetness. His voice is quiet, soft and sincere. Ok, here are his words, not necessarily in order, as well as I can remember. 1. mama 2. baba 3. up (for up or down) 4. apple 5. shoes 6. book 7. cracker 8. cookie 9. xie xie (thank you) 10. gege (big brother) 11. more 12. Elmo 13. zhege zhege (this, this) 14. nonono 15. water Isaac also passes out lots of kisses--mommy's favorite! Love him.