Fall Break
I don't even know where to start, its been so long. Maybe I will share somethings I have been learning:
Intentionality - The biggest thing I have learned this past week was the huge benefit of being intentional. I got to spend a week at home hanging out with my family. One of the hardest things about being in Colorado is knowing that Grace, Josh, and Noah are growing up in California, and I am not there for a few years. Every time I see them (especially Grace and Josh), they have grown a few inches and show new stages of maturity. So, going home this past week, I decided I wasn't going to run around and try to see everyone. Instead, I made a point to be home, to be intentional in spending time with Grace and Josh, investing in them, and getting to know them more. (Noah's at high school and playing football; he is a busy man:). God took my small efforts and multiplied them into many blessings. I had such a special time with everyone; my mom, my dad, Grace, Josh, and Noah. I don't know how to put into words the blessings I experienced in being home with my siblings. They are each such special and unique people and I love them so very much! Over the 6 days we spent 1 night at Hume Lake, 1 night in pismo, I got to watch both brothers play football, we went floating, we cooked, we sat by the pool, got pedicures, etc. Time with family is so special these days and I never want to travel to California without intentionality again.
Trust - I am continually learning to trust God with a whole lot of things. Its been a rough start to the school year for Stephen, but God has continued to bring us through this crazy adventure of medical school one day at a time. Because my school is somewhat new, there are several things that have not been optimal, but I am learning to trust God with where he has me.
Marriage Plus - Stephen and I are just starting a year long intensive marriage course called Marriage Plus. It is taught and was developed by our young marrieds Sunday school class leaders. Although the time commitment was not an easy decision (seeing how busy we are already), we are excited that God has provided for us to be able to take the class. The foundation of the class is learning how to minister to/love on people inside and outside the church, as a couple; how to compliment each other in our individual giftings.
Pictures from the last few months:
Intentionality - The biggest thing I have learned this past week was the huge benefit of being intentional. I got to spend a week at home hanging out with my family. One of the hardest things about being in Colorado is knowing that Grace, Josh, and Noah are growing up in California, and I am not there for a few years. Every time I see them (especially Grace and Josh), they have grown a few inches and show new stages of maturity. So, going home this past week, I decided I wasn't going to run around and try to see everyone. Instead, I made a point to be home, to be intentional in spending time with Grace and Josh, investing in them, and getting to know them more. (Noah's at high school and playing football; he is a busy man:). God took my small efforts and multiplied them into many blessings. I had such a special time with everyone; my mom, my dad, Grace, Josh, and Noah. I don't know how to put into words the blessings I experienced in being home with my siblings. They are each such special and unique people and I love them so very much! Over the 6 days we spent 1 night at Hume Lake, 1 night in pismo, I got to watch both brothers play football, we went floating, we cooked, we sat by the pool, got pedicures, etc. Time with family is so special these days and I never want to travel to California without intentionality again.
Trust - I am continually learning to trust God with a whole lot of things. Its been a rough start to the school year for Stephen, but God has continued to bring us through this crazy adventure of medical school one day at a time. Because my school is somewhat new, there are several things that have not been optimal, but I am learning to trust God with where he has me.
Marriage Plus - Stephen and I are just starting a year long intensive marriage course called Marriage Plus. It is taught and was developed by our young marrieds Sunday school class leaders. Although the time commitment was not an easy decision (seeing how busy we are already), we are excited that God has provided for us to be able to take the class. The foundation of the class is learning how to minister to/love on people inside and outside the church, as a couple; how to compliment each other in our individual giftings.
Pictures from the last few months:
Stephen and I at Rock the Range (Franklin Graham Crusade)
My Aunt Julie and Uncle Ryan and all 4 boys came to visit for 2 days. We had a blast!
My mom's sister, Aunt Steph was here the same time Aunt Julie's family was :) It was so fun for both of them to see where we live!
Wearing green to support my brothers :) It was SO fun to see them play. I forgot how fun high school football games are!
Grace and I made Josh a sign for his football game. He was a little embarrassed. I love these guys!
Frozen yogurt downtown Pismo
Avila Farm
Grace with the blue pumpkins (I wish I could have flown some home)
Celebrating Dad's Birthday
Got the tubes blown up and all ready for our afternoon float!
Much love,
Hannah
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