It seems that we have forgotten about our blog! It is in desperate need of updating.
To tie up a loose end...
Our duck eggs never hatched. In fact, mama abandoned them and we went from 14 down to 4 in two days. When there was only one left I nestled it in a towel and attempted to incubate it in a box in my bedroom. After one day I started to smell it. It is unfortunate and disappointing, but such is animal life.
Collier is doing very well at ALERT. So far they have done High Angle Rescue, Sawyer, Firefighting, Wilderness Survival. High Angle and Sawyer pictures have been posed on the ALERT Training Blog. Collier joined the mens chorus so he is busy traveling around their local area singing. The group recently joined a 100 man choir in providing vocals for a Sean Hannity event in Tyler. We haven't heard from Collier in the last week and we suspect that they were finally given a deployment. This has been a quiet year in the way of natural disasters so any deployment-worthy opportunity is a blessing for the Academy.
This brings us to two prayer requests. Collier informed us that Captain George Pendergast, his commanding officer's father, was diagnosed with prostate cancer. He asked us to keep the Captain in our prayers. He also requested that we pray for the financial stability of ALERT. There are only a handful of men signed up for the fall Basic Training which puts everyone in a financial bind. They are desperately trying to stay afloat. We are actively looking for ways to help through spreading the word about the ministry and gathering information on how to advertise for them. They can use any little bit of support that we can give.
I have been very busy getting acquainted with my new sewing machine. I have taken on many projects with virtually no instruction. Thankfully I haven't messed anything up yet. We'll see how long that lasts. You can take a look at an online gallery of my projects to date HERE. There are many more projects that I have completed that are not posed there because I am vigorously working on Christmas gifts for this year. I wouldn't want to spoil any surprises! After the holidays I will be able to add many more pictures.
As you may know, we are currently house-hunting. We are not ready to move yet, but we do want to be aware of what is available in both the rental and sale market so we can take advantage of a good deal when we find one. Moving would be a blessing to us in so many ways! Mainly it would get us out of the condo and into a larger space that is more convenient to Dad's work. Please remember us in your prayers while we look, wait, and discern what we should do and when.
On August 25th I will begin classes at the Florida School of Traditional Midwifery. I am very excited and so ready to finally do something! I will be keeping a record of my journey to midwifery on my business web site, Heritage Birthing Ministries. The Lord blessed me with three other local students that I can carpool with and the business director of the school has opened her home for us to stay on Wednesday nights. This will be a great help as it eases the burden of paying for lodging and allows me to be constantly surrounded by other women rather than be by myself in the heart of party-town Gainesville.
Papa had a significant fall today, which puts him on the downhill slope for a while. He was much more steady for about five weeks, but our allowance of him being at all independent came to a screeching halt today. He is in a great deal of pain, but we don't believe that there is anything we can do for him other than provide pain medication. He fell in the bathroom and knocked his back against a wall corner. He has a large bruise, but his spine doesn't seem to be hurting. Even if he does have one broken rib, the treatment is rest at home. For now we don't want to go to the hospital. He should recover in time with care at home.
Dad is still plugging away at work, though it is becoming increasingly stressful. The command recently changed and Dad likes the new Captain. We are praying that the new command can make some headway in the area of re-classifying Dad's job as an O4 position. It is currently an O3 position which does not look good to his superiors, however Dad took this job anyway because it was the only one that would transfer us to Jacksonville. Unfortunately the command doesn't place any value in honoring parents, therefore they can only judge Dad based on the fact that he took a job below his rank.
During the weekend before school begins we are going to be able to take a little trip down to Miami. Collier will be down on the coast taking the two week rescue diving course. We found out that we could drive down there and take him to dinner. We are so excited about seeing Collier during ERT. I think that all of us are enjoying this phase much more than Basic Training!
We hope that this finds our dear friends well and enjoying the summer season!
Love to All,
Chelsey for the McGehee's
August 5, 2009
July 5, 2009
Sewing new Seams!
After a year of saving and searching I finally bought a sewing machine! It is a Singer Futura CE-350. It's not a professional grade machine, but it will serve my purposes for what I hope to be many years of learning and creating. I am most excited about the embroidery capabilities of the machine. It is a computerized system with which I can create just about anything, including custom designs. I have been looking forward to personalizing all of my business supplies, scrubs, suitcases, etc. Collier had wanted his socks and britches embroidered before he went back to ALERT...
One of the primary reasons that this machine came home with us, is our rather dire need of something to mend with! Mom's 21-year-old sewing machine is lost in the hopeless mounds of storage and we have to drop-kick it every time we need to sew. It is time for something else!
Anyhow, I am thrilled to have my machine home. I have a lot of manual to read and software to learn!
Love to all,
Chelsey
July 2, 2009
807 Miles
This has been quite an eventful month for the McGehee family. We have had two high school graduations and too many birthdays to count. We also celebrated Collier's advancement at ALERT in May. Now, Collier is officially 'stationed' back at ALERT for phase 2: Emergency Response Training.
Collier was apprehensive about returning to Texas after a four week furlough. When we asked him how he felt about being back he would respond, "Mixed emotions." Our laid back red-head is a homebody and loves being with his family. I think the thought of being separated from us again bothered him greatly (Dad and I may not have helped with that when we cried our goodbyes).
We were so surprised to hear from Collier with a phone call after only four days! He so thoughtfully remembered that my 21st birthday was today and called to wish me a joyful one (it made my day!). The picture above is from Bucca di Beppo, where Dad, Mom, and Papa took me for a birthday dinner. Collier is obviously edited in (I thought I would send him a copy of that picture in an upcoming letter). We miss him! I especially missed him today as we usually spend these special occasions together. This is only the third year that we have been apart on a birthday.
During our phone call, Collier gave us much good news! He has free access to the phone so he can call regularly. He has access to e-mail (it is heavily monitored). He said that he felt much better (less emotional) after his first night back at ALERT. I knew he would! He also told us that the men completed high angle rescue training this week, which he enjoyed. It was a more thorough and intense version of the rescue training that he received at Basic Training. He is looking forward to chainsaw training next week. Over the weekend the unit is going on a mini-deployment into nearby Gladewater to volunteer at the town's holiday celebration.
Please remember Collier in your prayers for the next few months. We desire that he be pushed mentally with phase 2 and beyond, whereas we desired that he be pushed physically during Basic. From now on, Collier will be expected to steadily grow in character and have a firm grasp on the skills that he is taught. He will be spending many hours each day in class and will be required to turn in homework and assignments on a schedule. Collier is not very good at this, but we (and he) know that he is capable of success when he purposefully chooses to have a good attitude about something. We also count this time as excellent preparation in a wholesome environment for what he will encounter when he begins college next year.
Collier is also seeking direction for the future. As he learns skills in ERT, he has a decision to make about returning for Specialist training in phase 3. He believes that he does want to continue, but is still unsure of what he wants to learn.
A sincere 'thank-you' goes out to everyone who has been remembering our family in their prayers. We are so encouraged and comforted knowing that our friends are lifting us up to the Lord. We in turn love to pray for our friends, or rather our Colorado Family! We love you all!
Chelsey for the McGehees
July 1, 2009
Those flaws are MINE!
So often we are praised for all the things that we do well, our talents, our strengths, and the little niceties that make up who we are. We would rather not talk about those not-so-good's that plague us in secret. "Those flaws are mine and I want to keep them wrapped up and stuffed under the bed where nobody can find them. Nobody needs to know!"
Lately I have started to find the complements to have the opposite affect on my perception of me. So today I sat down and wrote out all the things that I see as my character flaws. It was a rather rude reminder of where I am as far as spiritual, emotional, mental and physical maturity. Yet it was a little devotional as I brainstormed one hundred different ways to combat the sins of my character, many of which involve reminders to pray and memorizing scripture (one of those flaws I mentioned).
Another thing that I do on occasion is ask my parents what they perceive are my greatest weaknesses. We have an understanding that honesty is the only way to go in our family relationship and such things are regularly discussed. But sometimes things come out when you have one-on-one discourse with your parents. If you really want to be challenged ask them to be dreadfully honest, give you instances where you failed, and suggest practical ways to improve. Talk about a humbling conversation. My parents know me best and I trust them to expose my faults while encouraging me to grow into a Proverbs 31 woman.
Lately I have started to find the complements to have the opposite affect on my perception of me. So today I sat down and wrote out all the things that I see as my character flaws. It was a rather rude reminder of where I am as far as spiritual, emotional, mental and physical maturity. Yet it was a little devotional as I brainstormed one hundred different ways to combat the sins of my character, many of which involve reminders to pray and memorizing scripture (one of those flaws I mentioned).
Another thing that I do on occasion is ask my parents what they perceive are my greatest weaknesses. We have an understanding that honesty is the only way to go in our family relationship and such things are regularly discussed. But sometimes things come out when you have one-on-one discourse with your parents. If you really want to be challenged ask them to be dreadfully honest, give you instances where you failed, and suggest practical ways to improve. Talk about a humbling conversation. My parents know me best and I trust them to expose my faults while encouraging me to grow into a Proverbs 31 woman.
June 23, 2009
A Much Appreciated Duck
We were very pleasantly surprised to discover a duck, bedding down with eggs in some bushes across from our condo! She has been laying them for a while and currently has 14. I was thrilled, of course, because I am a self-proclaimed 'birth-junkie', and always anxious for something to nurture. It was also a much appreciated distraction from the throbbing of my mouth after having three wisdom teeth extracted this morning.
We have decided to call the duck Eva. I don't know if we can do the duckling naming, but we will wait until they start hatching. After some research on safe wild duck diets, I whipped up some corn and tomato peel, and some oatmeal with milk. Needless to say, her initial rejection of the concoction was rather disheartening, but after waddling away to our little retention pond for a bath she returned to her eggs and ate heartily. I was concerned that she wasn't eating after Noah discovered her in the bushes and gave her quite a scare. Apparently she hadn't left her post for about four days and I could tell by looking at her.
The eggs vary in age from 1 to approximately 8 days old. After an investigation of one of the eggs on the perimeter of the nest, I concluded that the egg was either new or poorly developed. I gathered more information and was relieved to learn that it was probably new.
I am thrilled at the prospect of observing these ducks and will probably be a little over-anxious to share the progress with you readers. We will give an update on our little Eva and her brood as time goes on. Thank you for indulging my excitement with your attention!
For the McGehee's,
Chelsey
"And God blessed them, saying, 'Be fertile, multiply, and fill the water of the seas; and let the birds multiply on the earth.'" --Genesis 1:22
June 21, 2009
Sweet Family Fellowship
We had a wonderful mini-vacation at the beach this weekend. Much thanks to the Dosties for letting us stay at their beach house.
June 20, 2009
Cognizant of Grace
It is entirely too late to be writing, but the Lord has planted an anxiousness in my heart. I often get this 'second wind' at odd hours. It hits me, or wakes me, with purpose.
One night in February of 2008, I was finally settled in bed by four o'clock after a bizarre emergency room trip where I argued with the head nurse and allowed a rather fruity male nurse to dote on Dad with his lispy, meditative words of comfort. When I should have passed out from sheer exhaustion, I felt a sudden need to write. It wasn't just any writing, but a specific message to a specific person. The person was little Jesse, an unborn baby whose birth I was eagerly anticipating. I knew that it could be any day and I was ready. Except for this note, neatly written with a brown calligraphy pen on parchment paper. I wanted to write the note to this baby so that when he (or she as we didn't know at the time) was an adult, he could read the message and know that he was a blessing even in his mother's womb; to remind him that his identity is in Christ. I witnessed Jesse's birth 12 hours later. Since that evening I have not ignored these urgings.
This weekend we are staying at a family member's beach house, reveling in some much needed family time, and indulging our hospitality bug. We dusted it off on Friday evening with some new friends from a family Church that we have attended rather infrequently. We thoroughly enjoyed the fellowship, and it did little but remind us how desperately we love and miss our Colorado Family (oh, the jealousy we felt when we found out about Wednesday evenings at the Gibas house!) Point being, that in our current situation we are unable to spend quality time with those that we love, including the others in our small family unit!
**A note to our Colorado Family: you must know that during the few times that we do fellowship, most of our discussion is about you! We love you so much and everyone who talks to us gets an ear-full of that!**
I can't say that we will ever be settled in the condo, caring for Papa, though we have a consistent routine. So many things get in the way of our conversation, and family time. It is difficult to share our thoughts, struggles and feelings. Those things that we would discuss over coffee or one-on-one time cannot be shared around the house anymore for the sake of Papa's emotions. - No, we do not talk badly about him behind his back, but our life revolves around his every whim. All of our issues concern him and the majority of our struggles have to do with our move, our housing, Dad's job, and our lack of quality time which reverts back to to his care. - We have established a mandatory time after dinner, when Mom and Dad take Noah for a walk outside the gated community. Aside from that, we are literally stuck in the living room trying not to bang our heads against the wall because the TV is still on.
What a blessing this little retreat has been from the hubbub of every day! The time to sit and talk and joke and play and be free and fellowship with each other is exactly the little boost that we needed for our foursome. Especially since Collier is leaving us again and returning to ALERT, possibly until Thanksgiving. It is so strange to realize that Collier is working to learn skills that will someday provide for his family and his ministry. He is 'growing-up', something I am not completely ready for. The Lord is really teaching me that my life is not about what I would prefer. It can be difficult and I can still be joyful!
All of this brings me back to the whole point of writing: I am so grateful for my family. I am proud as pie that Collier is returning to ALERT because he actually wants to. I am indebted to my mother for showing me, though her actions, how to be a truly humble caretaker. I am taken aback by my father's diligence in this job that he does not like; how he is actively giving it to the Lord and seeking His will. I love the people that I call my family: their acts of kindness toward me and the ways that we serve each other. We do not doubt that any one of us has the other's best interests in mind. We dedicate each other to the Lord. I love the way Mom looks at me and gives glory to God that I am at home and submitting willingly to my parents. We have a rocky past. It is a constant reminder that we would be completely ruined as individuals and as a family without God's grace.
One night in February of 2008, I was finally settled in bed by four o'clock after a bizarre emergency room trip where I argued with the head nurse and allowed a rather fruity male nurse to dote on Dad with his lispy, meditative words of comfort. When I should have passed out from sheer exhaustion, I felt a sudden need to write. It wasn't just any writing, but a specific message to a specific person. The person was little Jesse, an unborn baby whose birth I was eagerly anticipating. I knew that it could be any day and I was ready. Except for this note, neatly written with a brown calligraphy pen on parchment paper. I wanted to write the note to this baby so that when he (or she as we didn't know at the time) was an adult, he could read the message and know that he was a blessing even in his mother's womb; to remind him that his identity is in Christ. I witnessed Jesse's birth 12 hours later. Since that evening I have not ignored these urgings.
This weekend we are staying at a family member's beach house, reveling in some much needed family time, and indulging our hospitality bug. We dusted it off on Friday evening with some new friends from a family Church that we have attended rather infrequently. We thoroughly enjoyed the fellowship, and it did little but remind us how desperately we love and miss our Colorado Family (oh, the jealousy we felt when we found out about Wednesday evenings at the Gibas house!) Point being, that in our current situation we are unable to spend quality time with those that we love, including the others in our small family unit!
**A note to our Colorado Family: you must know that during the few times that we do fellowship, most of our discussion is about you! We love you so much and everyone who talks to us gets an ear-full of that!**
I can't say that we will ever be settled in the condo, caring for Papa, though we have a consistent routine. So many things get in the way of our conversation, and family time. It is difficult to share our thoughts, struggles and feelings. Those things that we would discuss over coffee or one-on-one time cannot be shared around the house anymore for the sake of Papa's emotions. - No, we do not talk badly about him behind his back, but our life revolves around his every whim. All of our issues concern him and the majority of our struggles have to do with our move, our housing, Dad's job, and our lack of quality time which reverts back to to his care. - We have established a mandatory time after dinner, when Mom and Dad take Noah for a walk outside the gated community. Aside from that, we are literally stuck in the living room trying not to bang our heads against the wall because the TV is still on.
What a blessing this little retreat has been from the hubbub of every day! The time to sit and talk and joke and play and be free and fellowship with each other is exactly the little boost that we needed for our foursome. Especially since Collier is leaving us again and returning to ALERT, possibly until Thanksgiving. It is so strange to realize that Collier is working to learn skills that will someday provide for his family and his ministry. He is 'growing-up', something I am not completely ready for. The Lord is really teaching me that my life is not about what I would prefer. It can be difficult and I can still be joyful!
All of this brings me back to the whole point of writing: I am so grateful for my family. I am proud as pie that Collier is returning to ALERT because he actually wants to. I am indebted to my mother for showing me, though her actions, how to be a truly humble caretaker. I am taken aback by my father's diligence in this job that he does not like; how he is actively giving it to the Lord and seeking His will. I love the people that I call my family: their acts of kindness toward me and the ways that we serve each other. We do not doubt that any one of us has the other's best interests in mind. We dedicate each other to the Lord. I love the way Mom looks at me and gives glory to God that I am at home and submitting willingly to my parents. We have a rocky past. It is a constant reminder that we would be completely ruined as individuals and as a family without God's grace.
May 28, 2009
Our Responder
We are thrilled to announce that Collier has successfully completed Basic Training at the International ALERT Academy and was promoted to the rank of Responder on May 22nd, 2009.
During the 9 weeks he spent at the campus in Big Sandy, Texas, Collier grew physically and spiritually. His accomplishments include: an award in scripture memory for successfully memorizing and reciting the book of 1st Peter; an award in endurance for completing each leg of the 24 hour hike with his pack; an overall weight loss of 41 pounds thanks to his drill instructor and the Sergeant Major's diet.
Our family returned home after a few days visiting family in North Carolina. We are so glad to have Collier with us for a little while!
Our Responder has decided to return to the ALERT program and complete Phase 2: ERT training with his unit. This Phase will begin in just a few weeks, at the end of June. If he decides to continue on to Phase 3, training will begin immediately, keeping him away until Thanksgiving! A small price to pay for the invaluable training that ALERT provides.
A huge thanks goes out to all of our Colorado Family and anyone else who remembered Collier and our family in your prayers! From all of the stories that we have heard, it is evident that Collier was blessed with a special strength that can only come from the Lord. We are certain that our prayers were heard.
Visit our photo gallery to see all the pictures in Collier's ALERT album!
During the 9 weeks he spent at the campus in Big Sandy, Texas, Collier grew physically and spiritually. His accomplishments include: an award in scripture memory for successfully memorizing and reciting the book of 1st Peter; an award in endurance for completing each leg of the 24 hour hike with his pack; an overall weight loss of 41 pounds thanks to his drill instructor and the Sergeant Major's diet.
Our family returned home after a few days visiting family in North Carolina. We are so glad to have Collier with us for a little while!
Our Responder has decided to return to the ALERT program and complete Phase 2: ERT training with his unit. This Phase will begin in just a few weeks, at the end of June. If he decides to continue on to Phase 3, training will begin immediately, keeping him away until Thanksgiving! A small price to pay for the invaluable training that ALERT provides.
A huge thanks goes out to all of our Colorado Family and anyone else who remembered Collier and our family in your prayers! From all of the stories that we have heard, it is evident that Collier was blessed with a special strength that can only come from the Lord. We are certain that our prayers were heard.
Visit our photo gallery to see all the pictures in Collier's ALERT album!
April 29, 2009
More McVentures...at Home
Dramatics. What a fitting description of McGehee-land! The Lord is teaching me so much. Whatever I thought I knew, or understood, or even fathomed is now a personal battle of the wills of my heart. I could list all of our issues just for a laugh, but that would be a digression. God is revealing my weaknesses in every area and complaining is one of them!
Things are going well at home. We still covet the prayers of our Colorado Family in this regard. Mom and Dad are working so diligently to improve Papa's quality of life. They care for him with a determination that I admire. I am often concerned about their health (physically and emotionally).
Collier is approaching his sixth week at ALERT. Last week was survival week, where the men learned how to do a high angle river rescue. They also went on their solo hikes. Thursday, April 30th was a day of fasting and prayer for the rest of us. At 6am the men set out on the 24 hour hike. They couldn't really eat, they didn't sleep, they had breaks of 10 minutes or less every few hours. They hiked 59 miles. According to Captain Pendergast's wife, they can not make it through the hike without relying completely on the Lord. We received word from her early on Friday morning that all of the men completed the hike.
I was thrilled to have invitations to the births of Williams baby #7 and Terrell baby #3. I was with the Williams' when Jesse was born last year. They will be in Boston when the new baby arrives. I was also with the Terrells when their daughter Gabi was born in 2007. They want to stay in Mexico for this birth to avoid travel expenses. These are two incredible opportunities for me and I am anxious to schedule these trips later in the year (if schooling and finances allow).
Mom and Dad are plugging along without much excitement. Mom is a full time chauffeur, cook, and scheduler (sometimes she really does spend all day getting the calendar filled with necessary activity for the week). Dad is in the midst of a quest to quickly loose poundage before he is measured and tested in the yearly fitness exam (I am attempting to keep up with him). We figured that we couldn't let Collier show us up when he gets home, though I think he will anyway. Dad is also anxiously checking daily to see if he made "the list" for O5/Commander promotions this year.
We send hugs and literally warm greetings to our Colorado family. We miss all of you so much!
For the McGehees,
Chelsey
Things are going well at home. We still covet the prayers of our Colorado Family in this regard. Mom and Dad are working so diligently to improve Papa's quality of life. They care for him with a determination that I admire. I am often concerned about their health (physically and emotionally).
Collier is approaching his sixth week at ALERT. Last week was survival week, where the men learned how to do a high angle river rescue. They also went on their solo hikes. Thursday, April 30th was a day of fasting and prayer for the rest of us. At 6am the men set out on the 24 hour hike. They couldn't really eat, they didn't sleep, they had breaks of 10 minutes or less every few hours. They hiked 59 miles. According to Captain Pendergast's wife, they can not make it through the hike without relying completely on the Lord. We received word from her early on Friday morning that all of the men completed the hike.
I was thrilled to have invitations to the births of Williams baby #7 and Terrell baby #3. I was with the Williams' when Jesse was born last year. They will be in Boston when the new baby arrives. I was also with the Terrells when their daughter Gabi was born in 2007. They want to stay in Mexico for this birth to avoid travel expenses. These are two incredible opportunities for me and I am anxious to schedule these trips later in the year (if schooling and finances allow).
Mom and Dad are plugging along without much excitement. Mom is a full time chauffeur, cook, and scheduler (sometimes she really does spend all day getting the calendar filled with necessary activity for the week). Dad is in the midst of a quest to quickly loose poundage before he is measured and tested in the yearly fitness exam (I am attempting to keep up with him). We figured that we couldn't let Collier show us up when he gets home, though I think he will anyway. Dad is also anxiously checking daily to see if he made "the list" for O5/Commander promotions this year.
We send hugs and literally warm greetings to our Colorado family. We miss all of you so much!
For the McGehees,
Chelsey
April 7, 2009
Unit 41 Update
We finally received the prayer calendar in the mail! Collier is in the 2nd Delta squadron. We had a peek at him in at least two pictures. All of the pictures and a video of week 1 are on ALERT's training blog: http://www.alertacademy.com/alert/blog/
We are very anxious for the next report card and letter. They should be due today and tomorrow!
A "thank-you" goes out to everyone who is remembering Collier in their prayers. We really appreciate your thoughts and I know that Collier is grateful as well.
Love to all,
Chelsey for the McGehee Family
We are very anxious for the next report card and letter. They should be due today and tomorrow!
A "thank-you" goes out to everyone who is remembering Collier in their prayers. We really appreciate your thoughts and I know that Collier is grateful as well.
Love to all,
Chelsey for the McGehee Family
April 3, 2009
Journey to Jacksonville
We are officially living in Florida now. We returned from our last trip to Colorado with the rest of our belongings, minus the Jeep and Collier. Yes, it was quite the adventure.
After completing all paperwork and inventories on our house, we turned it over to the new renters. We set out on Saturday (March 21st). Our destination: Big Sandy, TX where we dropped Collier off at ALERT for Basic Training. It has not been an easy road on our end, though we are only two weeks into the nine. We will post updates and links to any pictures or pertinent information as we get it.
Mom and I left Collier in Texas on Monday and drove off with our 27 foot Uhaul, the Jeep in tow. We pulled into our hotel that evening with a flat tire on the trailer. After a 3 hour delay on Tuesday morning we had the tire replaced and hit the road again. As we were making our way through Louisiana, a man and his wife flagged us down on the interstate. We thought it rather odd and were concerned that we had another flat tire. But when the man approached us, he said he wanted to buy the Jeep! It was our turn for bewilderment as we drove to their house. In a matter of hours we were pulling an empty trailer and holding an envelope with my asking price in cash.
Life is returning to the new "normal". Papa will be coming home from a stint in the nursing home tomorrow, Dad returns from a week of travel tonight, and Mom and I are keeping ourselves busy at home without Collier. Noah it getting a lot of attention :-) I found out last Friday that I was accepted into the Florida School of Traditional Midwifery (FSTM). I will begin school on August 24th. Right now I am preparing to take a few CLEP tests to satisfy some general math and English requirements. It is exciting to change the name of my business from Heritage Doula Ministries to Heritage Birth Ministries!
We miss all of our dear "Colorado Family" especially as we finalize this move. We pray that the Lord will bring us back home someday.
Love to all,
Chelsey
After completing all paperwork and inventories on our house, we turned it over to the new renters. We set out on Saturday (March 21st). Our destination: Big Sandy, TX where we dropped Collier off at ALERT for Basic Training. It has not been an easy road on our end, though we are only two weeks into the nine. We will post updates and links to any pictures or pertinent information as we get it.
Mom and I left Collier in Texas on Monday and drove off with our 27 foot Uhaul, the Jeep in tow. We pulled into our hotel that evening with a flat tire on the trailer. After a 3 hour delay on Tuesday morning we had the tire replaced and hit the road again. As we were making our way through Louisiana, a man and his wife flagged us down on the interstate. We thought it rather odd and were concerned that we had another flat tire. But when the man approached us, he said he wanted to buy the Jeep! It was our turn for bewilderment as we drove to their house. In a matter of hours we were pulling an empty trailer and holding an envelope with my asking price in cash.
Life is returning to the new "normal". Papa will be coming home from a stint in the nursing home tomorrow, Dad returns from a week of travel tonight, and Mom and I are keeping ourselves busy at home without Collier. Noah it getting a lot of attention :-) I found out last Friday that I was accepted into the Florida School of Traditional Midwifery (FSTM). I will begin school on August 24th. Right now I am preparing to take a few CLEP tests to satisfy some general math and English requirements. It is exciting to change the name of my business from Heritage Doula Ministries to Heritage Birth Ministries!
We miss all of our dear "Colorado Family" especially as we finalize this move. We pray that the Lord will bring us back home someday.
Love to all,
Chelsey
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