Matt and I are so blessed by the friends and family that we have. Yesterday was so precious to us with all of the congratulations that were offered. It was a perfect day :). I just want to list out for you so you can rejoice with us at the greatness of friends.
First, we talked to our wonderful family who were thrilled with our news...and then, lo and behold (after a phone call) there was a knock at my door, and Leah came over to congratulate us in person. By the way, she and Georgia also cast their vote for a girl for the new Lytle baby. So, we'll see if God took her vote into consideration :). Then, after that, Lauren from our small group called to congratulate me and went shopping for meals with me for Matt while I'm gone next week. Then, she took Josh so that Matt and I could celebrate our new addition. There's nothing better than church family. Thank you SO much Lauren it was WONDERFUL!
Then, I got to talk to Kelly and Mary Kathryn from my small group and rejoice with them, and then, I got to talk to my friend Jen and revel in the impending arrival of their little one Connor and celebrate our new addition as well. Then, the evening was rounded off with a wonderful visit from Stephanie (also in our small group) for a great night of just spending time together.
I am constantly amazed by how blessed we are with our friends and family. I am also so thankful for our small group - what would we do without you guys??? Anyway, I'm just overwhelmed and excited about all the upcoming things that our life will hold.
Today was also a phenomenal day. I've been trying to build a relationship with our neighbors without much success. But this morning I went for a walk at just the right time and was able to spend over an hour with Laura and Isaac. Isaac is three and Josh just thinks he's amazing because he can walk, run, and do all the things Josh can't :). Then, I got to spend about 15 minutes talking to Patil and Om, two of our other next door neighbors. This was a major breakthrough because I've tried talking to Patil's wife, but she does not speak English, so it's only gone so far. But, Patil is thrilled that he can actually understand me (it helps to know how to speak English to someone when it's their second language (thank you for 2 1/2 years overseas!)). So, he's all excited because he hadn't tried to talk to us because he figured that he wouldn't be able to understand us, like the rest of the fast-talking Americans! So, that's a MAJOR breakthrough there!
Then, my best friend since 3rd grade came over with her son. They live near Charlotte, so it was wonderful to see them. I had the most wonderful time with her. So relaxing and fabulous. It was so great to catch up. So...all of this to say - our lives right now couldn't be better, and I just had to share the blessings of the Lord with you all. Praise the Lord. He is good!
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