New Year--New Blog

Our family is happy to begin the new year with a new blog. We simply can't wait to share our lives with you! And we hope, in turn you'll share with us. Life is much sweeter when shared. First, let me introduce our crew. The leader of the "yadahs" is my sweet husband Rob. He keeps us sane and on task and is by far the best worshiper in the family. He will grab his guitar and sing a praise melody even if he only has 30 seconds of free time. Our oldest daughter is Alivia (otherwise known lovingly as Livi-Pivi). She has captured my heart from the moment I gazed into her eyes and rubbed her mighty big feet. She is a beauty, both inside and out. I can't wait to share how wonderful she is. Our oldest son is Isaiah (who refers to himself as yah-yah). Nothing in my life could have prepared me for parenting him. He is a whirlwind, and has challenged every parenting notion I had, and many I tried to learn. But in return, not much has been sweeter than watching him grow. I am absolutely certain that God is going to harness that tornado and use him powerfully. Oh yes, he is absolutely the most handsome child (does every momma feel this way?)! Our youngest is Sophia (who calls herself Fea) and she looks so much like her daddy that friends call her Robinette. She is our runt. The smallest for her age of any of our children and the boss of the rest. She takes her role of bossy baby very serious. Of course, she gets away with it because we are all smitten with her. We are also expecting twins in a couple of months. Yes, sometimes God smiles, maybe even chuckles and decides to make life truly exciting. And without Him this would all be terrifying! I'll be your host most of the time on this crazy blog. I am Joy, the momma and wife who is grateful beyond words to be those things. Can't wait to travel along with you all!