Some Snow Pics

He loves snow. Look at that grin!

So much snow.

Naturally, I made a snow angel.

Thanks for the warning!

Ok, so this is a more accurate depiction of Adam's love for snow.

Snowed In

It's been a shocking week in the Northwest! It's been snowing since Saturday, and I can hardly believe it. I've never had snow like this before. When they forecasted possible snow for our area, I didn't even blink. Seattle handles snow kind of like the south does. We get a few flakes, and everything shuts down.

But this time we got more than a few flakes.

We took some pictures, but I haven't uploaded them yet. Adam doesn't particularly enjoy cold weather. In fact, he initially hated the idea of a December wedding because he didn't want our joyous day to be marred with cold temperatures. But we've walked around outside, made snow angels, and enjoyed our woodsy area that now looks like Narnia.

So what do the Tomberlins do while being snowed in?

We watch movies, play cards, bake cookies (one of us), catch up with friends, get real creative on meals, and read books. And laugh. A lot. It's been wonderful.

I'm reading Kisses From Katie. The real life story of a now 22 year old woman who lives in Uganda and has adopted 13 girls. Her story, God's story through her, is incredible. I'm not going to write much about this because I need more time to digest what I've read. I only have 2 chapters left. But Adam keeps saying, "Just tell me now. Are we about to adopt a child from Africa?"

Mmmm. If only.

We've been married a month. I've learned quite a few things.

1. Rules are meant to be adjusted. Our house rules aren't absolute. And it's best if I not expect them to be. Flexibility- it's beautiful.

2. There are times when I don't feel like serving Adam, but I'm learning that I need to anyways. And I might as well change my attitude along the way.

3. Marriage demands humility.

I do love being married. I love having my best friend live with me. I love the ways Adam and I get to choose to fix our eyes on Jesus, together. In the midst of some stressful times, we get to look to Jesus as the Author and Perfecter of our faith, as the Provider for our needs, and the Lifter of our heads.

Together.

New Year

I'm very, very thankful for the new year.

With it came a new roommate, a new outlook on work, and a new pep in my step.

I feel significantly better in almost all areas of life. Work isn't as daunting, and I have switched to savoring every moment with my team. Our season will be over before I know it, and I will be crying at the end.

Adam was let go last week. That was certainly NOT in the plan, but we know God is faithful. Tuesday was filled with thoughts of, "How are we going to do this?" But we trust the Lord, and Adam is handling this like a champ.

Friday was the best day of preschool I've had this school year. It was a welcomed gift, and teaching felt like it did last year- energizing. The family (from last year) that has been oh so intentional about blessing and loving me kidnapped me for lunch. They "needed" to hear details about the wedding. They bought enough food for lunch and dinner and loaded a starbucks gift card for Adam. This little girl and her mom are amazing. The mom is the type of person that after spending time with her, you feel better about life. It's a quality I wish I possessed.

They even took Adam and I to lunch and ice cream after church on Sunday. My soul felt refreshed, and my heart was encouraged.

I'm so thankful for the small things that are making a big difference in my day to day life.

I welcome 2012 with an eager heart, excited for what the Lord has for us. Adam and I spent time last night listing all of the things from just yesterday that we were thankful for and together thanked the Lord for His perfect provision.

And just because...

Adam wrote probably 50 thank you notes yesterday. ROCKSTAR husband! Seriously, that was one of the kindest things he could do for me yesterday.

I'm a blessed woman!

Quote of the Day

Coming from a 3rd grade girl to a 4th grade boy during balametrics...

"You should take me seriously! You should be afraid. I'm not one of those normal girls. I'm 100% positive that I'm part Indian! I'm also related to Abraham Lincoln! Was he our first President? And I'm related to Squanto! So...ya!"

The best part is the boy believed her. Even after he corrected her on the whole first president thing. His response? "Ya but are you afraid of clowns?"

Valid question to such a statement.