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Thursday, March 13, 2008
My friend Scott took these pictures at the Night Launch of the Space Shuttle Endeavor the other evening (actually, it was the other morning at 2:30am). I thought they were awesome, so I wanted to share them with you.
If you've never made it to Florida for a Space Shuttle launch...you absolutely must. They'll retire the shuttle fleet in 2010, so make your plans now.
We actually woke up to watch the launch. We couldn't see the shuttle because of the clouds, but we did see a bright glow over the horizon. The launch facility is 45 miles from our house. The power of a shuttle launch is amazing. It lights up the sky 50 miles away.This one is my favorite!
Let's just say that we're not the most faithful at updating our blog. It's February now...our last post was in August. I'm amazed if anyone is checking this anymore...but here we are. And here's a little about our life.
Life in Orlando is so weird in February. It was in the mid-80s yesterday. So weird. I (Kim) think I have worn a sweater once all year...and we had a pool party on Wednesday. I am missing the seasons but definitely won't complain about the sun.
Donny is over at a friend's apartment watching the Tennessee/Memphis bball game. I hope he comes home happy...GO VOLS!!!
Would you pray for us? The Lord has used this year in Orlando in some neat ways to help us grow deeper in our walks with Him and to learn more about our giftings, talents, and desires. We are seeking guidance about what He would have us do after this year. It is crazy to think that another move might be around the corner in the summer...at least we know for sure that we have to move out of our apartment by June 30...we will see where we end up...and we'll let you know as soon as we know.
For whoever is reading this, we appreciate your love and prayers over time and distance. Please make a post or email us to let us know how you are doing.
I (Kim) just wanted to post some recent pics of the kids. I am going to try to post things as often as I can. We are doing well here in Orlando. Millie is 4 months old. We took her to the pool for the first time today. She has found her toes which is really cute, and she giggles a lot. Hunter and she have both adjusted really well to our move, and I feel really blessed as a mom to have them in my life. Hunter is all into superheroes and Disney characters. His third birthday is in just two weeks, and I think we will be having a Superman party...I guess I need to plan that. Come see us in Orlando!!!
I am pretty sure that we picked the hottest week of the year to move. Luckily, my body learned to adapt to a constant state of dehydration.
We are mostly settled into our new apartment. We're actively searching for a new church and learning the lay of the land. We have many friends with kids who live in our apartment complex. We have also had a chance to visit Disneyworld.
Next week I will begin working in the office at Lake Hart, the world headquarters for Campus Crusade.
Thanks for everything that everyone has done to help us get here. We appreciate you!
Yep, we're trying to get caught up on our blogging. Millie is growing well...13 lbs., 1 oz. at her two month check-up on June 21st. I (Kim) had a very emotional few days when she moved into size 2 diapers and began wearing 3-6 months clothes right when she turned two months old. Millie's second month was marked by two trips to Chattanooga including two nights at the Whitestone Inn with Mommy and Daddy. I put Millie in this 0-3 month outfit the day before she moved into 3-6 month clothes. I was so sad that I didn't put her in it earlier. I found out that I LOVE pink gingham.
Hunter loves holding and checking on Millie. He is so sweet and gentle with her.
Why does Mommy take so many pictures of me???!!!
Millie and Hunter love visting their Mimi and Ddad (Kim's parents).
Sleeping Beauty
Just rocking on the porch of the Farmhouse at the Whitestone.
Millie joined Mommy and Daddy in a few games of croquet, shuffleboard, ping pong, and pool during our stay at the Whitestone.
Sorry we haven't been good about posting pics. We are having so much fun with Millie and Hunter that we just haven't gotten around to it. Millie is such a sweetheart. We love having a little girl.
Mommy loved celebrating Mother's Day with her two little ones.
Four generations of Levis/Friederichsens. Grandma, Nana, and Aunt Becky (Donny's Mom, Grandmother, and sister) came for Mother's Day...such a special day.
Coming Home from the Hospital...Welcome Home Millie! Millie's sweet new crib...complete with cool hanging bears. Hunter likes to help Millie with her Bouncie Seat.
Hunter - Sept '04
Millie - Apr '07
Hunter enjoyed helping give Millie a bath. He really enjoys being a big brother.
Kim woke me up Friday (4/20) morning and said, "Donny, I don't want to sound alarmist, but I think today is the day." We went to the doctor's office to see if Kim was in fact in labor. The doctor kept saying things like, "Kim, was your first child a fast delivery?" (He wasn't). Soon after seeing the doctor in her office we were across the parking lot in the hospital prep room. An ultrasound on Thursday indicated that Millie was going to be around 10lbs 4oz. The doctor assured us that these measurements are sometimes wrong. Nevertheless, we opted for another C-Section. At 11:41am, weighing in at a cool 10lbs 3oz (see, the measurements can be off) and 21 inches, Amelia Louise, "Millie," entered the world!
Mother and baby are doing well. It was funny to look through the nursery windows and listen to other people comment. "Awww, look at all the little babi...whoa, look at that one! She must be 9lbs." To which I would reply, "Actually she's 10lbs...and she'll beat up your baby when the nurses aren't looking." We are all really excited about this blessing from the Lord. It has been a little bit of a shock. I wasn't really prepared for her this week...but we wouldn't want it any other way! We can't wait for each of you to meet her.
Hunter is doing well. He doesn't seem to mind Millie, but he isn't exactly thrilled. He sang Happy Birthday for her, but the end of the video kinda sums up his feelings.
This one is my favorite!
Let's just say that we're not the most faithful at updating our blog. It's February now...our last post was in August. I'm amazed if anyone is checking this anymore...but here we are. And here's a little about our life.
We have made it to Orlando!
We are mostly settled into our new apartment. We're actively searching for a new church and learning the lay of the land. We have many friends with kids who live in our apartment complex. We have also had a chance to visit Disneyworld.
I put Millie in this 0-3 month outfit the day before she moved into 3-6 month clothes. I was so sad that I didn't put her in it earlier. I found out that I LOVE pink gingham.
Hunter loves holding and checking on Millie. He is so sweet and gentle with her.
Why does Mommy take so many pictures of me???!!!
Millie and Hunter love visting their Mimi and Ddad (Kim's parents).
Sleeping Beauty
Just rocking on the porch of the Farmhouse at the Whitestone.
Millie joined Mommy and Daddy in a few games of croquet, shuffleboard, ping pong, and pool during our stay at the Whitestone.
Mommy loved celebrating Mother's Day with her two little ones.
Four generations of Levis/Friederichsens. Grandma, Nana, and Aunt Becky (Donny's Mom, Grandmother, and sister) came for Mother's Day...such a special day.
Lots of fun playing with Daddy.
Hunter likes to help Millie with her Bouncie Seat.
Hunter - Sept '04
Millie - Apr '07
The Family's all here!
So that's what the sun looks like...
I love my Mommy and my Mommy loves me!
Mommy, my Aunt Jennifer, and me
My big brother, Hunter, helped change my diaper
Daniel, Nathan and Drew love meeting their new cousin...but not as much as the Purell soap dispenser.
My D-Dad with his new hat. It's instant tobacco cred in this state.
Happy Birthday Millie!
Mother and baby are doing well. It was funny to look through the nursery windows and listen to other people comment. "Awww, look at all the little babi...whoa, look at that one! She must be 9lbs." To which I would reply, "Actually she's 10lbs...and she'll beat up your baby when the nurses aren't looking."
We are all really excited about this blessing from the Lord. It has been a little bit of a shock. I wasn't really prepared for her this week...but we wouldn't want it any other way! We can't wait for each of you to meet her.
Hunter is doing well. He doesn't seem to mind Millie, but he isn't exactly thrilled. He sang Happy Birthday for her, but the end of the video kinda sums up his feelings.
