My little angel at 6 months old. This journal was published the week before I found out I was expecting! Her daddy and I each recorded our prayers and thoughts throughout the process. We plan to give her the journals on her wedding day.

New York, New York, Newwww York

Praying For Baby was one of the features at the Book Expo America in New York City this spring. We're excited to see what God does with/through it. You can order direct today at www.PrayingForBaby.com

A great gift to give friends and family members when you find out their expecting!

A delicious way to help out Gladney Adoption Agency

Visit Pei Wei in the next 2 weeks (May 3-16). Cookie sales will benefit Gladney adoption agency's humanitarian aid efforts to help improve conditions in orphanages around the world. Here is a link with further details on these efforts:http://www.adoptionsbygladney.com/html/services/humanitarian.php

Christian Vacation Experiences

So where can you have a Christian family vacation experience? I have not had the pleasure of participating in the following events, but they look like fun. Do you have other suggestions? Send tips and pictures of your family.

www.HolyLandExperience.com *Experience for the family in Orlando, FL
www.PraisefestMinistries.com *Cruise with a cause
www.NewLife.com *Alaska cruise 2010
www.KloveCruise.com *Feb 7-11, 2011 Roundtrip Miami
www.PreciousMomentsChapel.org *Free Carthage, MO

Ways To Save

Babies R Us is cutting back on the number of baby cribs they will be stocking. We recently went to purchase the crib we registered for, but it had been discontinued. However they had several cribs in the back that had been marked down for the same reason. We got a better crib at an already reduced price plus we were able to use our 20% off any one item coupon! If you find yourself in the same situation ask to see what's in the back. ~Blessings

What Bible Verses Encourage You As A Parent or Parent In Waiting?

My husband and I tried for several years to begin our family. I just knew when it happened in whatever form, natural pregnancy or adoption, there would be nothing but joy. Now 4.5 years into our marriage, as we anticipate the long awaited arrival of our first child, I must admit there have been some panic moments since becoming pregnant. So many questions. So many concerns.

If I could choose only one verse right now it would be Philippians 4:6-7. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your mind in Christ Jesus.

What words encourage you and why?