What Faith can do...

In the presence of hope, faith is born. In the presence of faith, love becomes a possibility. In the presence of love, miracles happen. Mark and I have been married for three wonderful years. It's a journey that brought us such happiness, has taken us down many different paths and brought us through many trials. We've been through 2 deployments, moved seven times in the past 5 years, changed jobs, bought our first home and so much more. Many of you know that Mark and I have had a hard time getting pregnant. On August 21 I went to the doctor and learned that Mark and I would not be able to conceive on our own, due to a progesterone deficiency. My levels were entirely to low to conceive or to even carry a pregnancy. This news was devastating for us. After all the fertility and doctor's appointments, only to learn that I wasn't able to get pregnant without medical help. After learning this news, I went home and just cried out to God. I told Him that I was done, I quit, I was giving this whole thing to Him and that I know that He is bigger than a progesterone problem. The next week I couldn't stop thinking about Jeremiah 29:11, "For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the LORD, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." And Psalm 46:10, "Be still and know that I am God." So all I could do is step back and take Him at His word. It was one of the hardest things to do, to let go and let God completely take control. But I have learned that if I just step back and let God do what He needs to do, then His plan will prevail in His perfect timing. So many times we think we can handle it on our own. All God wants is for us to relinquish control, stop trying to do it all and let Him be the God of our lives. Once I gave up that control and stopped trying to do it all on my own, God was able to take control. I am proud to announce that Mark and I will be having a baby. I am about 7 weeks pregnant. God is so amazing. Psalm 31:4 is so true, "Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart." It's been a long road, but we are so blessed. God continues to show us over and over again just how mighty He is!

Wedding Day!

What a great weekend! My brother and Kaylen are married now! It was such a gorgeous wedding! I love you guys and wish you all the happiness in the world.