October 27th Judson Lee turned one! This little guy has been such a blessing to our family. When I think back to his birth, he was born at a time when our lives were totally out of the norm; a year filled with so much uncertainty regarding BJ's job. Those first few months with a new infant were very trying at times. I remember feeling so overwhelmed without the flexibility BJ's youth pastor job allowed. You can't come and go in construction! We don't know what we would have done without our friends. They loved on us, encouraged us, fixed us meals, watched our older boys, and most importantly reminded us that children our a blessing from the Lord. Having a large family, while full of blessings, has its challenges. There are those who look down on families with more than "the perfect two". I have felt tremendous pressure to have it all together so people frowning on us could not say/think the usual comments...."why did you have so many kids?" Thank goodness for Godly friends in our life who were and are a constant source of inspiration... and the occasional Duggar episodes we were able to watch!All that to say, our family can't imagine life without baby Dud! We love you little pickles! (Gotta love Justin's nickname for him. :)
The boys made posters of character qualities they desired for Jud's life. We hope this establishes a new tradition. :)
4 comments:
He is such a cutie. Can you even imagine life without him...your family would not be the same. Love the character traits.
Also, I was wondering if you ever felt that pressure with five, because I even do with 3. It's our chance to show our dependence on the Lord!
Who took that first picture of him? TOO ADORABLE! Hard to believe a year has passed. He is just too cute!
Your new posts make me miss you all so much! I can't believe how much they've all grown...especially Jud. I love the character trait posters that the boys made him for his birthday. What a neat tradition! We love and miss you! Jess
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