Sunday, June 19, 2011

We made it!

Hi Friends and Loved Ones!

We've made it to East Tennessee!  The Lord graciously provided a place for us to rent on my trip 10 days ago.  I came up with the moving truck last Sunday.  I'd like to say a special thanks to Jimmy, Proctor, and Trey for coming all the way from Wendell, NC to help me unload all of our stuff!  I spent a couple days getting Lily's room set up, and then Meredith and Lily came up last Tuesday.  We've spent most of our first week painting, cleaning, and unpacking.  By God's grace we've almost finished setting up the house!  Thank you so much for your prayers as we transition.  I promise pictures soon.

On a more somber note, Earlene lost a nephew who lived here locally very unexpectedly this week.  He died sitting at his computer.  He was only 45.  The funeral was this evening, and the graveside is Monday.  If you would, please say prayer for Charlie and Earlene and their family as they grieve this week.

Thank you so much for all your prayers and support!


the Shraders


Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Ready... Set... STOP!!!

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Hi Friends!
Lily helping pack.  She's saying "Let's get moving!"

Please say a quick prayer for us today.  Our bags are packed and we're on the verge of moving.  We were all set to take the first load of stuff today.  However, yesterday we found out that the house we rented in Greeneville, TN has lead paint on the exterior, and due to the extensive chipping, we don't feel like it would be a safe environment for our nine month old.  So, after taking a day to pray about it, we're looking at other housing options.  I'm headed to Tennessee today, Wednesday, to look at some other properties that are available and prayerfully to find us a new place to live.  Please pray the Lord would provide a place for us.  If we're able to find a place today or tomorrow, we're going to try and move this Sunday!  Thank you for all your prayers and support.  I'll update you as soon as we find something!

I want to go outside!

First trip to the pool.

Initial shock at the cold :)

:-(

Granny gave me this outfit!


Aunt Faye gave Lily a wagon.

Off for our morning walk about 6:30am.




Her favorite toy is a spoon.

HA!