We're Finished Packing

Everything is boxed up and ready to move into the U-Haul in the morning.

OK, so maybe we didn't box up Hannah.


We'll relax on Monday.
We leave at 4 a.m. on Tuesday.
We're officially vagabonds until we make it to Fort Collins Wednesday!
And here's a little something to look forward to in Fort Collins on Thursday. Check out these temperatures!

From Our Living Room To Yours...

A few times a week, my favorite musician comes to my house, sits in my living room and puts on a personal concert for me and Hannah. With nothing more than a guitar in hand, the sound of my husband singing fills our home. It’s one of the best sounds in the world to me.

Chris is always writing and singing something new and giving me and Hannah a first listen. Now I’m excited to announce that he’s ready to give others a preview of some of his new songs.

Go to NoiseTrade.com/ChrisFreemanMusic to download two free songs from his upcoming album, The Road So Far. The album is very personal, but it’s one that I feel everyone can identify with on some level while also enjoying the brilliant musicianship.

Later this week, the entire album will be available to buy from iTunes. I have to brag that all the songs were written, produced and recorded by him.

Chris’ goal in making music isn’t to make big bucks or achieve rock star fame. Music is just a natural outpouring of who he is. We believe that music is meant to be shared, which is why he’s made this album available. From our living room to yours -- we hope you enjoy it!

My New Job

This morning as I was getting dressed for my last day at work, I was thinking about how much I'm going to miss my coworkers. I feel like I've gained some really great friends working at the hospital. After all, working full time means I spend more time with them than I do my own family. So it would be an understatement to say that they're a huge part of my life. I began to wish I had bought waterproof mascara to wear for the day. I'm not a crier, but ya know, just in case!

Hannah was playing on the floor around my feet while I was finishing up my makeup in a hurry, and she looked up at me and said, "Mama, hold?" I can never resist, so I picked her up and we just snuggled for a moment. Then it hit me. Perspective. I just quit my job at the hospital so I could start working the job of my dreams! As it is right now, I get to stay at home to care for Hannah as I freelance as a writer, all while in the mission field in the gorgeous state of Colorado. Really? REALLY? God certainly does exceed expectations.

I'm going to miss my coworkers like crazy. I'm going to miss working in "Crazy Town" as we have nicknamed our office in jest. I mean it when I say my life has been blessed by such great people! If only there was a way to get these people to move with me. I'd have it all!

The Countdown Is On

Our days are numbered here in Tyler.

Tonight was our last night of Oasis -- after 8 years, might I add.

Tomorrow is Hannah's last day of daycare.

Friday is my last day of work.

Sunday is our last day at Colonial Hills.

Wednesday is Chris' last day of work.

And then it's pack, pack, pack until we move the following Tuesday morning, August 17th.

We're looking forward to what's to come while remembering what's behind us!

Three Generations

One of the things my Mom has always wanted to do with Hannah is have studio portraits made with the two of them. So for her birthday this weekend, we went and had pictures taken. Of course I wanted in on the deal, so I jumped in a picture or two. I'm pretty sure we have more pictures of Hannah running AWAY from or pointing AT the camera than of her just standing and smiling, but what do you expect from a toddler?!

Not To Brag...

I had 838 hits on my blog last month!

I had 569 unique visitors!

What on EARTH?

That may not be very many hits compared to most blogs, but to me, that's kind of a big deal. I don't think I even know that many people! I love that someone out there is interested enough in our little family that you're even checking out my page. You should let me know if YOU have a blog. Leave me a comment with your blog address. :)

Happy Birthday, Grandma!