Lizzie's Dedication

Well, I'm only a few weeks behind at this point. But I thought I'd go ahead and tell about Lizzie's dedication, anyway.

On February 8th, we, along with several other families, had the opportunity to dedicate our sweet baby to the Lord. It was a joyful time tinged with wistfulness and anchored in the weighty responsibility of stewarding the life of our little daughter.

Lizzie wore a gown her great-great-grandfather's baptismal gown. It's been worn by five generations of Knorr's, so it held special meaning, especially for Danny's family. Such a legacy.

Danny parents came. My mom came, and so did my dad. My Aunt Dorothy and Uncle David were there. Lizzie's nanny, Chandra, came with her mom. Our precious friends Jessica and Stephen drove down from Vancouver, and our community group and other church friends stood by us. Aunts, uncles, cousins, and Lizzie's great-grandmother were all there with us in spirit. The weekend was full of family and friends, laughter, stories. Memories were made and Lizzie charmed all.

We would love it if y'all woudl join us in praying for Lizzie as she grows. We've chosen Colossians 1:9-12 as her dedication verse, and it is our fervent prayer that the Lord will bring her to know Him and will make her a woman after His own heart. Amen.

"For this reason since the day we heard of it, we have not ceased to pray for you and to sak that you mat be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so that you will walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, to please Him in all respects, bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God, strengthened with all power according to His glorious might, for the attaining of all steadfastness and patience, joyously giving thanks to the Father who has qualified us to share in the inheritance of the saints in Light." Col. 1:19-12

With all our hearts,
Danny, Amy (and Lizzie)

Treye's Day

It's hard to believe that our little Treye would be three years old today. In so many ways, the time has flown. And in so many ways we are still in that moment three years ago. We still miss him so very much...it's surprising sometimes.

We were standing in the kitchen last night watching Lizzie play in "Disneyland" (the excersaucer) and talking at the top of her lungs, and we were struck once again by what a precious treasure she is. Her beauty and joy pierces the heart sometimes. I almost felt like I was knocked backward as I looked at her tonight. And as I fed her at bedtime, I had the clearest vision of Treye's little head on my knee. Lizzie's presence makes the wistfulness of Treye's absence stronger and his absence makes the joy of her presence deeper. May it always be so.

We miss our little boy, and treasure our little girl. The Lord is good and sovereign, and so merciful to give us such a strong testament in this juxtaposition of joy and sadness.

We planted bulbs in Treye's memory, again this year. Lizzie was fascinated by the flowers that were already blooming...I think she is a girl after my own heart! :)

And just to end in joy...a couple more bonus shots.

Lizzie loves her blankie and monkey that Auntie Jeana gave her! Naptime and bedtime jsut aren't the same if she can't cuddle into them as she drifts off. Precious.

Yup, that's right. We tried rice cereal. I think we'll wait a bit. She's interested, but not voracious! :) And sweet potatoes might be the thing next time.

And, my personal favorite...Danny called while I was at the store.
"Um, she fell asleep on the changing table. We were about to go on a walk. What do I do?"

With all our hearts,
Danny and Amy (and Lizzie)