Along For The Ride

Happy Birthday, Nathan!

2007-07-18T16:08:00.000-05:00

OK, so I'm a little late (as usual), but I wanted to say a very happy birthday to my big 5 year old.

Nathan Paul turned 5 on July 4th and despite the rain had a wonderful time at "his" party. I wonder when he'll realize it isn't all for him??

Here are some pics of the birthday boy.

Our newest addition!

2007-07-02T12:28:00.000-05:00

Several years ago a calf was born on the farm. She was small and weak, but Jessica babied her and helped her survive. She'd bring Grandma's blankets down to the barn and sit with her for hours. They aptly named her "Princess".

Well, Princess grew up and last Friday she gave birth to her first calf. Here is a sweet picture of Nathan with the one day old. Grandpa named her Daisy.

Another House Pic

2007-06-26T19:15:00.000-05:00

Here's a newer photo of the house. Its coming along well. The porch makes such a difference.

Moving!

2007-05-31T20:19:00.000-05:00

Well, things are changing rapidly around here. Sorry I haven't posted in a while.

Today my parents packed up the moving van and began a new chapter in their lives. They are retiring to southern Virginia. I'm sure they will be happy there, but after 32 years in VT it will seem strange not to have them here. Don't forget to send a forwarding address ok Mom? :-)

On a similar note, we have begun to build our new house in Chittenden. It is coming along well. We hope to be able to move in by Thanksgiving. That may depend on how much we decide to do ourselves though. Here is a recent photo. I will try to keep you all updated on the progress.

Merry Christmas!

2006-12-18T21:51:00.000-05:00

Well, I knew it would happen. Noah arrived and I haven't posted anything since. :-) Oh well, it's a short season and I don't want to miss a moment of it.

Just wanted to say Merry Christmas!
Here is a photo that we managed to get of the children

He's Here!!

2006-08-26T15:30:00.000-05:00

Noah Andrew Sargent
August 23, 2006
11:29 a.m.
7 lbs. 4 oz.
19 1/2 in.

Who's in charge here anyway??

2006-07-27T17:03:00.000-05:00

I had a strange thing happen to me the last few days. Last night I found myself crying in Costco and today I was crying at the Mall. Now, granted it was not totally unprovoked, but those of you who know me know that I don't go in much for emotional outbursts (especially in public!) What is going on with me?? I'm just chalking it up to hormones and pregnancy hysteria! Hehe. :-) Really, though. What an odd sensation. I feel like this little guy is not only taking over my body, now he wants my emotions too. Things are happening that I can't control and I don't care for it.

It got me thinking though. That's exactly what I need to be doing with my life....giving up control. What if God had complete run of my life without all of the "controls" I like to put on it. Yeah, maybe I'd find myself doing things that aren't "normal" for me...(hopefully not bursting into tears for no apparent reason, but perhaps other just as "embarrasing" things). I'm willing to put up with an awful lot of inconvenience for these little blessings we're raising...why not be willing to do at least as much for the One who sends them! Just something I'm pondering...

We're Back!

2006-07-25T12:31:00.000-05:00

Well, I can't believe that its been almost a month since I've posted anything here. We've been trying to get our traveling/visiting in before the baby comes next month. Well, we're home for now to wait for his arrival and "nest". :-) I've "officially" got 4 more weeks, but we'll see what he has in mind.
Sorry about the lack of pictures, but we've been having problems with our camera. I'm really hoping to get a new one before the little buddy makes his appearance. Andy's got his eye on one at Costco that we'll probably get once he gets paid. Can't wait. Anyway, I'll post more about what we've been doing this past month when I get a chance. But for now I hear screaming so I'm off to put the littles down for a nap. :-)

2006-06-30T20:40:00.000-05:00

This is one of my favorite songs from Sovereign Grace.

Before the Throne

Before the throne of God above,
I have a strong and perfect plea:
A great High Priest whose name is Love,
Who ever lives and pleads for me.

My name is graven on His hands.
My name is written on His heart.
I know that while in heaven He stands,
No tongue can bid me thence depart.

When Satan tempts me to despair,
And tells me of the guilt within,
Upward I look and see Him there,
Who made an end of all my sin.

Because the sinless Savior died,
My sinful soul is counted free.
For God, the Just, is satisfied
To look on Him and pardon me,
To look on Him and pardon me.

Behold Him there the risen Lamb!
My perfect, spotless righteousness.
The great unchangeable I AM,
The King of glory and of grace.

One with Himself, I cannot die.
My soul is purchased by His blood.
My life is hid with Christ on high,
With Christ my Savior and my God
With Christ my Savior and my God.

A Week At The Farm

2006-06-25T19:29:00.000-05:00

Well, we just returned from a week at Andy's parent's house (aka "the Farm"). What a blast! The children of course love it there. They spent time playing with the chicks, swimming in the pond, paddling the new little boat Grandpa got for them and (the reason we really went down) helping with the haying. I have a hilarious picture of Grandpa on the tractor with Nathan asleep on his lap! I can't imagine falling asleep in all that racket, but I guess when you're 3 and you're sleepy you just go for it! :-)
Here's a cute picture of the girls with a few of the chicks. They would get up each morning at dawn and bring the chicks out to play until breakfast time. What a life! :-)

2006-06-15T11:29:00.000-05:00

Congratulations Kristofer!

Wow!! Where did the time go? My nephew Kris is graduating from High School on Saturday. Way to go Kris! We're all very proud of you.

2006-06-15T08:40:00.001-05:00

I've made an interesting discovery this past year. www.freecycle.org Most of you have probably already heard about it, but I've just been loving it. Check it out if you haven't and find a group in your area. People post items that they are looking for or things that they want to get rid of and its all FREE! (One of my favorite words. ) :-) Its been wonderful as I've been sorting through the attic and trying to "simplify" around here to know that other people are able to make use of some of these things and we don't have to pay to haul it to the dump. I know, I'm easily entertained, but I've got to admit I love it!

2006-06-14T20:44:00.000-05:00

Well I can't believe I'm finally blogging! Thanks Linda & Crystal for turning me on to it. Don't know how much I'll actually post but its fun to have an outlet.

As far as the blog name I chose... quite often in the chaos around here I feel like I'm just along for the ride. :-) Seriously though, my patient Father has been working on me for a long time to just let go and let Him lead. I'm stubborn and like to know whats going on so its been a hard road sometimes. How sweet to know that I don't have to plan it all out. I can simply trust that He truly has my best interests at heart and just go "along for the ride"! Thank you Lord for patiently leading me step by step. Can't wait to see what He's got planned for us.