Can you find Aaron in this picture?

Lydia turned 2!

On March 5th Lydia turned two years old. We cannot believe that she is already turning into such a little girl. It seems like we just brought her home from the hospital (Oh wait, that was her brother). It is amazing how much she has changed from a little baby. It has been such a joy watching her grow and discover this world. Since it was her birthday, we did some of her favorite things.



In the morning we went to the park for a picnic and to play with some friends that were here for the annual Shepherds' Conference, a pastors conference held at Grace Community Church. We enjoyed some sweet fellowship and some very sweet treats.







After daddy returned home from work and the conference, we went to the library. Lydia loves the library because there are computers for children, learning toys and lots of children's books. The only thing that she doesn't quite understand is that you are supposed to be quiet in the library. We then went home to celebrate her birthday with presents, pizza, and cupcakes. What a special day the Lord gave us and what a gift He gave us in Lydia.

A trip to the Farm

Have I told you how much I love my brother?

A Winter Day in the Park

Meet Malachi Luther Schuette

For You formed my inward parts;

You wove me in my mother's womb.

I will give thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made;

Wonderful are Your works, And my soul knows it very well.

My frame was not hidden from You,

When I was made in secret,

And skillfully wrought in the depths of the earth;

Your eyes have seen my unformed substance;

And in Your book were all written The days that were ordained for me,

When as yet there was not one of them.

Psalm 139:13-16

Malachi, An angel; God's messenger. Of Hebrew origin.

Luther, Aaron's maternal grandfather, Celebrated warrior

12/18/2008 6:09 p.m.

8 lbs. 1 oz. 19 1/2 in.

The day began with Elizabeth experiencing contractions early this morning. We arrived at the hospital and began to be monitored around 10 a.m. From that time till 5, Elizabeth had contractions every 4-7 minutes but the labor wasn't progressing. Our doctor thought it best to go ahead and proceed with the c-section. The c-section went smoothly and we were both excited to see our little boy for the first time. After the surgery, we all spent a couple of hours in the recovery room before we were able to be moved to our room. Due to the fact that a lot of women are having their babies today, we are sharing a room with another family. The Lord has been gracious in so many ways and Elizabeth did great through it all.