Realizations

1. A baby's initial scared/startled face is absolutely hilarious. Until they start crying.
2. Macaronni and Cheese is WAY better when it's cold.
3. Cold weather somehow makes this home cozier. (Mainly because we get to drink tea and cuddle)
4. Being far away from family is hard. End of story.
5. The aging process is unavoidable and in some instances extremely sad.
6. Cancer sucks.
7. Prayer is soothing.

I feel like today was SO full. My mind hasn't stopped running since I woke up and yet I am sitting in front of the computer typing away. I'm attempting to use writing as a form of therapy. We shall see if it works!

It was a very gloomy day on our side of the island but the clouds were a welcome change from the norm of 80 degrees. Yes, I consider myself lucky to live in Hawaii, but NO I will not deny that I miss crisp, 10 degree mornings in Alaska. Today gave us a chance to bundle up a little bit and head to the movie theater for Madelyn's first visit to the big screen. Hence the scared/startled face (number 1). Priceless! But she did wonderfully, no tears and Mommy and Daddy got to enjoy the first movie since before she was born.
The cold weather of course called for some comfort food: Mac N Cheese...which I have discovered since entering mommy-hood is much more delicious cold than hot (this is usually the way I get to eat it these days anyways) and some hot tea :).
I am a firm believer that the good Lord fully prepares us for all that he sends our way. Today was my preparation for some startling news this evening (refer to numbers 4-6).
The immediate future will be filled with much love, prayer and faith that our Father in Heaven has a plan. Sometimes that's all there is left.

So although today had it's up and downs, I am ridiculously grateful for the beautiful life I have been blessed with. And as I lay down to sleep tonight I will thank the Lord for this little piece of heaven that reminds me of that daily.

Sending all our love,
Joey, Amanda and Madelyn Marshall