NEW JOB...

Stacy got a new job. He has been working with my brother the past several months in Abilene. He loves working with my brother and doing the construction stuff. He has always liked building things and such, but he has another job. He is excited and sad at the same time. He will miss working with Kris, but this new job will have the same excitement and pays more (which is always nice). He will be working for a company called Eagle Construction and Environmental Services. I am not fully aware of what his job calls for, but it is something about placing bids on jobs and then overseeing the job if they accept his bid. Don't quote me on all that; I am sure I will learn more as we go. We will still live in Abilene for at least a year. Which means, Stacy will have to commute about 50 minutes. Luckily he doesn't hate driving like I do. Anyway, we will look into moving to Clyde after the first year. It is about 20 minutes closer for him. We are very excited and want to thank those that have prayed for us. We were happy with him working for Kris, but are excited about this new venture. Just wanted to fill you in on our changes.

TEETHING...

I know this is my second post today, but that is probably how I am going to fly. I forget to post, then when I do I have a lot to say. Did you ever stop and really think about teething? I can't imagine the pain of bone being forced through skin like matter. (I assume your gums are somewhat like skin, but don't know.) OUCH!! I never really sat down and thought about it until one night when the meds. we like to dope them up on was not really doing the trick. I can see why after thinking about how painful that must be for them. Poor little babies. They have to go through so much. Maybe that is why we never remember being babies. Who knows?!?!

Single Parents

OK... So if you are a military wife, you do not even need to read this complaint. You have it much worse, I have no doubt. BUT I must say, I think all the single parents out there are my new heroes. Stacy has been in Abilene since June and we just found out that once I finally get to move there he is going to start his new training. Where you ask... Oh Fort Worth!! So we are just going to trade places. After his 4 month training is over, we will have been apart for almost 6 months.... Half of a year! It is so weird to think about. We have gotten to see each other on those random weekends that I have made it out to Abilene, but it will not be happening once we do the big switch. I miss my husband. And mostly I am sad that he has to miss so many of Faith's new tricks. She is still changing so fast, he misses a lot. Anyway, I just need to vent and complain. IT IS TORTURE!!!

Picture Time with Faith

Few pics I got from my mom's CD. Enjoy!!



Me and my girl!!! The love of my life (along with Stacy of course).

Blue eyed girls, Faith and cousin Lily. Everyone says they look alike.

Faith with her two oldest cousins, Lily and Chloe.


It's eating time.

Look at those blue eyes!!! Just like her daddy.

5 years and Loving it

Well it has been five years for the Dow's. We are enjoying life and of course our baby girl. I can't believe it has been 5 years already. I must say I have the best hubby in the world. He is so good to me. He treats me as well as when we were dating. I must say to have a man open your door after being married 5 years is something these days. He makes me laugh and enjoy each day. I hate when we are apart and love every moment we have alone together (which is rare with a baby as many of you know). He is the best dad. I have to say one of my favorite things to watch is Stacy talking to Faith. To see such a strong man in such a gentle way is a gift from God. Stacy is a wonderful husband, father, and leader of the family. I am so blessed and thank God daily. I love you Stacy!!!

We are going to get to go on the second date we have had since Faith has been born. I know that is sad, but it is hard to leave a baby (especially while I am still breast feeding). I am so excited to have some us time. It will be nice. I can't wait and I will let you all know how the date goes.

OK I know I am going to get in trouble again for not posting a picture, but it will come once we finally get moved to Abilene and our computer is up and running.

Update

I figured I would start with an update. Let's see where to start...

Moving... I hate moving. It has to be one of the worst things ever. We are in the process of heading back to Abilene. I thought I would never go back, but all it took was have Faith. We are moving back for many reasons, but I must say the best is that I will get to be a stay-at-home-mom!!! I didn't realize what I was missing out on until summer started. I can't stand being away from her and I am so blessed to have this opportunity to stay home with her. Another great reason, I must say, is being near my brother and his family. Faith and Emma (niece) will be in the same class. It will be fun seeing them and the other girls grow up together. Back to the moving topic... We are trying to sell our house, which is another pain of moving. We have some people that are interested and just hope something works out. I will keep you posted on all this craziness.

Stacy... He is joining my brother in the housing business. He loves working outside and doing hands on projects, so I guess this is going to work out. He and my brother are in the "flipping" business. For those that do not know this term, they buy cheap or for closed homes, fix them up and resell them. It is long hours and very hard work, but he likes it. We hope the industry stays up like it is now.

Faith... She is amazing. I must say I think she is the smartest kid there is (as we all think of our kids). She amazes me everyday with what she can do and how fast she changes. She is mobile and always on the move. I love seeing the curious side of her. She seems to want to know how everything works. She is using some of the sign language we are teaching her and I know will pick more up soon being that she is almost 9 months old. I can't wait to see how she will grow and at the same time want to keep her as she is. She brings so much joy to us and our love for her grows with every passing minute.

Me... Well, I am done with teaching in public school for a while. I must say I loved it and a part of me will miss it. I have enjoyed the way God molded my life. I went into teaching expecting a regular 2nd grade class and ended up teaching various types of special ed. classes. I must say God is great and knows me even better than I know myself (you would think that would be obvious). I LOVED special ed. The kids are amazing and I learned so much from them. I am a much better person after working with the kids I have been blessed to teach. I will definitely go back to special ed. when I start teaching again. I can't see myself anywhere else. They are all a gift from God and I can see God in them daily. Next year... I will be using my teaching skills. I am going to do the mothers' day out thing. I will be able to have Faith with me and still make a little money. I am excited about it and will let you know how it goes.

That is the update for now and I am sure not all of my postings will be this long. I usually do not have that much to say.

I GIVE IN...

I know, I know... It is about time. I decided after fighting it for a long time to join the rest of you and become a blogger. I finally realized that I could not keep up with friends without joining the blogging world. I am not sure how all this works yet so be patient with me and my first few postings. I am sure I will get used to it soon.