Giveaway!!!

Please take a moment to visit my other blog, Be Thou a Knight. I have an awesome giveaway going on that will hopefully enable us to proceed with our next step in becoming parents.

Finally HOME!!!

Last night was the FIRST time in almost 3 weeks that I have seen my husband!!!

My mom came into town for about a week and half and I tried my best to spend every waking moment with her. Then my hubby's uncle went out of town, so he watched his grandmother for about a week. Needless to say, it was TIME for my husband to be home and I can't even begin to tell you how much I missed him.

A little time apart does wonders for a relationship.

I love you honey and missed you like CRAZY!

An AWESOME Mom...

I have a student at my school that I have taken under my wing for the past three years. He came to my school a little awkward, trying to find his place and himself. I made it a part of my daily routine to monitor his grades and discipline, communicate with his teachers, and to just have conversations with him on what is going on in his life. I have not only gotten close to him these past few years but also with his mother. He has really matured over the past three years and his mother and I have been looking forward to a successful and productive senior year. He has come a LONG way and I must say that I couldn't be more proud of him. This student is an excellent musician and I know that one day, his music will be heard all over the world.

Long story short, this student made a poor choice last week that resulted in him being suspended. I was so disappointed and literally in shock after hearing about the poor choice that he made and seriously thought I was going to burst into tears because I was so mad. I called his mom to deliver the news that he would be suspended and conferenced with the student to give him his punishment for his behavior. As expected, he apologized for his actions and I basically told him that I was disappointed in his poor choices and that we could talk more on Monday when he returned back to school.

This morning the student returned back to school and asked if he could come by and talk to me in private. After first period started, he stopped by my office to tell me that he intended to email me this weekend with a formal apology and then see me today to apologize again in person. Unfortunately, he could not find my email address, so he decided to google my name in the hopes of finding my email address. In doing so, he found this blog and decided to read it. He shared with me that he noticed that his poor decision was falling on the heels of yet another negative result in our journey to become parents. And in his words, he said the sweetest thing I have ever heard! He said "Ms. Knight, for what it's worth, I think you would make an AWESOME mom!"

Although I am not yet a mother, I am making a difference in the lives of children and this is one conversation that touched me more than I could ever put into words!

Laying Low and Listening...

I have gotten to the point in this journey of trying to have a baby where I am just plain tired.

Tired of medications, tired of waiting, tired of worrying, tired of trying, tired of hoping, tired of planning, and literally just TIRED!

I've decided to just lay low and listen.

I'm going to lay it all at His feet and listen to what He says.

I'll be back to blogland after I've had some time to process this plan He has set before me.

Expecting...

I know thatI have mentioned several times that I receive a daily devotional from Joel and Victoria Osteen. Well, yesterday's devotional was MEANT for me and all the other people dealing with infertility and in that WAITING stage. Just when I thought I couldn't push forward any longer, I received this...

"See how the farmer waits expectantly for the precious harvest from the land."~James 5:7

TODAY'S WORD from Joel and Victoria

Too often people passively sit around waiting for their dreams to come true. As time goes by they begin to think things will never change for them, and the longer the wait, the more frustrated they feel. It's important to keep moving toward your dreams in faith and hope. Expecting God's best and making preparations to succeed will help you stay in faith during times of waiting. "Joel," you might ask, "How do I do that?" Have expectant faith. Start talking and acting like your dreams are going to happen. People may think that sounds strange, but don't let it bother you. God has given you a dream, and you may see things they don't see. As you settle it in your heart and mind that God is faithful, you'll get excited about His promises for you.
If you feel like you're in a holding pattern, don't get discouraged; God is working on your behalf. Put your trust in Him. Start making preparations for the dreams God has planned for you so you will be ready when they arrive. Take your faith to a higher level — go from believing to expecting — and God will bring you the desires of your heart at just the right time.

Heavenly Father, thank You for what's to come. Help me go beyond believing to expecting my dreams to come to pass. Show me how to prepare for the things You have planned for me.

In Jesus' Name. Amen.

Back on Track...

I have really let myself go while taking these infertility medications. I have eaten like CRAZY and I can honestly say that I have NOT exercised in at least 6 weeks!!! Not good people, not good. I have NOT gotten on the scale either and I DON'T plan on it!!! I'm too afraid to see what number will come up :)

So I've decided to get back on track and start running again in the morning. I'm NOT looking forward to it, but I know it is what my body needs. I also think that I better get on my bike too...cycling is a lot more fun (in my opinion).

I have also been considering getting the Quick Trim Burn and Cleanse system from GNC. After all, have you SEEN what Kim and Khloe Kardashian look like lately???? They swear by it!

Hoping to get back on track and get my old body back...

He Who Promised...

I received this message from a friend of mine and felt compelled to share it with those of you in waiting...

Refuse to allow fear or worry to keep you from My blessings, says the Lord. Quiet your soul and be resolute in belief that I am bringing complete restoration to every area of your life. Do not doubt or be double-minded. Stand strong and unwavering in your faith, for I will do all that I have promised.

I have a small notecard in my wallet that reminds me of His promise...

"Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful."~Hebrews 10:23