E, E, E, E, E is for Elephant!

John McRae has never been attached to any material thing such as a blanket, stuffed animal, or toy.

Several months ago, he fell completely head over heals in LOVE with elephants. Where ever we go, he looks for them. Any time we are near a pasture, he thinks there has to be an elephant near by. He wants to watch shows with elephants, sing songs about elephants, and anything else elephant. Sadly, the kid has never seen on in real life because our local zoos do not have an elephant. Next month, we are taking him to see a real life elephant at the NOLA zoo and he will be estatic! (Don't tell him, but he is also probably going to meet Elmo and the Sesame Street gang that weekend also!)

Just this week, John McRae decided that he would attach to something that he just had to have with him at all times. Well, this kid definitely does things his own way and on his own time.

We now must not only carry one elephant, we...

MUST CARRY AN ENTIRE HERD!

I love being Mama to this cute, goofy, stubborn, smart, witty, loving little fellow!

Odds & Ends

Romote Hog!

My Sweet Boys





Sam is always watching out for his pack leader.

One of my favorite pictures, EVER!

Lots of Fun!

I Wuv You!

And I saved the best for last...

Melts my heart. =)

Whoo Hoo!

Know what this means?

Thank you for registering for the 2012 Created For Care Retreat.  If you received your paypal confirmation email, consider yourself registered and we will see you in March.

If you submitted your registration form without payment, your registration will not be added until payment is complete.

We look forward to an amazing weekend with each of you!
Created For Care Team

IT MEANS THAT I GET TO MEET A LOT OF MY ADOPTION MAMA FRIENDS IN REAL LIFE! YOU CAN'T EVEN IMAGINE HOW HAPPY THIS MAKES ME. I THINK I JUST TINKLED MY BRITCHES A LITTLE!

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Know what else?

Mama got a good report at the doctor today!

AND I FOUND OUT TODAY THAT I PASSED AN EXAM THAT IS VERY, VERY IMPORTANT!

John McRae slept through the night last night for the first time in a week. Thank you God and antibiotic!

 

Now, I'm going to lunch with my Mommy!

 

 PRAISING GOD AND THANKING HIM FOR ALL OF THESE MANY BLESSINGS! 

xoxo,

Stacy 

Listen to Him!

I honestly believe God puts things on our hearts and sends us out on a mission to do His work. When He does this, you can't shake it. You can't forget it. You can't ignore it. You can't think of anything else. You can't rest at night because you are worrying over it and praying over it. This deep burning hurt inside me is for the orphan. God led our family to adoption and He has shown his face throughout the entire process. I know that many of you that read my blog (and those who just see FB statuses) might get tired of me saying the same things over. and over. and over, BUT I CAN'T HELP IT! As I'm constantly thinking of ways to help adoptive parents, parents who are considering adoption because it has been laid upon their heart or after experiencing issues with infertility, pushing the Holt photo litsing, etc., it has really been heavy on my heart these last few weeks. I have been blessed with many new friends who share this same passion and love. As I was reading emails and Facebook this morning, I saw where my friend Paula had written a new blog entry. She's a precious adoptive mom who came to the airport with us when John McRae came home. Her blog entry really touched me and I hope that you will click the link and read it, too.
http://stickysloans.blogspot.com/

If God is speaking to you, you better listen! Even if it doesn't seem doable, all things are possible through Him. It will blow your mind and rock your world. Help will come out of nowhere, money will appear, and you will receive blessing after blessing after blessing!

XOXO,
Stacy

Sandbox Days

XOXO,

Stacy

The Newest Benefield

We are proud to announce the newest member of the Benefield family. Sam Elliot Benefield. He's a 7 week old Miniature Australian Shepherd.

On the Ride Home.

Making Himself At Home.

XOXO,

Stacy