Vos, Party of 4...coming October 14!!

After 8 months of waiting...we got "the call" a few weeks ago.  We have been chosen by a birth mom to be the parents of a baby girl to be born in October.  We are overjoyed and ecstatic at the hope of adding another baby to our family.  At the same time, it is nerve wracking for us as we know there is always a possibility that either birth parent could change their mind about this adoption plan. Please pray with us for peace for everyone involved, for health of birth mom and baby, and that we might again be blessed with another precious princess in just 9 short weeks!  Ahhh!!!

The tutu: Don't leave home without it!

Our week in photos...

Happy Birthday Brad!

April 10 was Brad's birthday. As per usual, his only request was Chocolate Angel Food Cake. I think our daughter enjoys it as much as he does. I present to you the many faces of Chocolate Angel Food Cake enjoyment in the Vos house...

Apparently the other morning I took too long to brush my teeth. When I came down the stairs our fireplace and the window sills had all been completely (and beautifully) decorated and she had moved onto the trampoline. At least I know now the "washable markers" in her Easter basket truly are washable.

Grandma Faw

2 weeks ago today my (Stephanie) grandma Faw went home to be with her Savior, Jesus, whom she loved so much. I know my grandpa was right there to welcome her home, too. We miss her SO much already. I (Stephanie) had the privilege of growing up next door to her, so there were very few moments and experiences in my life that she was not somehow a part of. I am SO thankful for that gift, as not many people get to have that close of a relationship with their grandparents. She was truly a heroine of faith. The things my grandma left in my heart? Keep your eyes on Jesus, give freely what you have been given, and love your family with everything you have. I am so thankful that I did not lose my grandma...we're just separated for a little while...for I know exactly where she is, and she is more alive now than ever before. I am so blessed to be a part of her legacy and heritage. I can't wait to see her again!

One of my favorite photos of my grandma with Anika at her first birthday party...they each had a special spot in their hearts for each other. :)

Thanksgiving 2011

This year we got to spend Thanksgiving with our Vos family. It was so fun to see everyone, meet our two newest family members who were born last Winter/Spring, and introduce Anika to her great-grandparents. Anika had a BLAST playing with her cousins!

Fun at the park with Grandma!

Finally got to meet this CUTIE!!! Cousin Lauren!!

And this handsome little guy...cousin Gerrit!!!

COUSINS!!!!

Wagon Rides with Uncle Scott...

Story time with Grandma...

CHEESE!! :)

Buds! :)

Grandpa and Grandma Goemaat and all the great-grandkiddo's...

Thanks for a great time, family! Can't wait to see you again!!