i heart breakfast

 Breakfast is one of my favorite times of the day, but most of the time we are rushing thru it to get somewhere. My kids are used to the weekday "banana/granola bar in the car" routine and don't even ask for anything warm in the morning. (They don't even know that pop-tarts can go in a toaster). This morning we had a little time, so we stopped at Big Apple to get some bagels. It was such a wonderful time. We talked, we laughed, we even took turns feeding Elijah bites of muffin. I love off-the-cuff days where I can truly enjoy being with my kids... and the freshly-brewed coconut coffee didn't hurt either!

 

 

preggo report {17 weeks}

Confident I felt the baby yesterday.

Going to our ultrasound next Thursday.

Pretty much half way there.

Baby is the size of a turnip & is developing sweat glands right this moment.

I am quickly approaching maternity wear time.

I am craving orange juice and salt bagels.

My wedding ring still fits (even after the salt bagels).

Phrase I hear most frequently: "I keep forgetting you're pregnant."

Name Isaac likes for baby: Joey

Name Zoey likes for baby: Tiger

Name my niece Madeline likes for baby: Jesus

Favorite scripture currently: Psalm 16:8

Cleaning Poppy's Pool

Benefits of helping Poppy clean out the pool...

Princess Jezebel

Bible Story/ Fairy Tale Confusion

Zoey: (looking at her sippy cup) Who is the princess in the yellow dress?

Isaac: That is Princess Jezebel. She was married to King Ahab. She was not a good princess and she tried to kill the prophet Elijah, but God didn't let her.

Zoey: I think it's Belle from Beauty and the Beast.

Isaac: Oh

our 2011 Graduate...

We are now the parents of a Pre-School Graduate!!!!

Isaac was so much fun to watch at his graduation and we couldn't be prouder of our little man. The next step: KINDERGARTEN! Yikes!

Pre-School Graduation #1 from lori bunk on Vimeo.

Pre-School Graduation #2 from lori bunk on Vimeo.

last pre-school field trip :(

Yesterday I was able to go with Isaac on his last field trip as a Pre-Schooler. It was to a beautiful Nature Center, a nature walk to a Tree House and then to the Splash Zone. It was hot, hot, hot out, but we still had a wonderful time. At the end, Isaac even came over to whisper in my ear, "I'm so glad you came, mom." It made all the overheating totally worth it!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

He is finally here and we can't get enough!

Last night the whole family was able to meet baby Judah (Or baby "Jullah" as Zoey calls him). The kids were beside themselves! At one point, I was holding Judah and Chris was standing over me with Elijah and the other kids were by my knees... Lance said "this will be what your family looks like in a couple months." I laughed on the outside, but I almost had a panic attack on the inside. Anyways, we are in love with our new family baby and know Lance and Jeni will be incredible parents. We love you guys!!!

 

 

 

Baby Judah!

Judah Andrew Cupp

8lb 9oz

21 inches

Baby is adorable.

Lance and Jeni are rock stars.

I am a very proud aunt!

(This was a quick picture as they rolled him to the NICU, so it's not a very good one. Baby Judah is with dad and mom in their room now. They are watching the baby for a couple of things, but for the most part all is well.)

memorial day

It's finally feeling like summer!

88 degree weather, homemade ribs on the grill, corn on the cob, water fights and slip-n-slides. We had so much fun hanging with friends yesterday for Memorial Day and it was one of the 1st days we needed sunblock! 

Oh, and it was a wonderful day for a head buzz!

Isaac was a little hesitant because "Grandy will be so sad. She loves my hair!" We assured him that she will love him with a buzzed head too.... just like daddy.

{in a nutshell}

I am so bad at blogging when I am trying to survive the 1st trimester of pregnancy. Actually, it's not just blogging, I am bad at EVERYTHING during my 1st trimester of pregnancy!

Things have actually been going good, and although at this moment I am feeling pretty awful, this pregnancy has been the easiest so far... I guess the 4th is the charm!

Couple Updates:

• My sister Jeni is almost 41 weeks pregnant and we are sitting on pins and needles waiting for the call to head up to the hospital. I call her everyday to just make sure I'm in the loop... poor girl.
• Elijah is now 8 months old and is ALL over the place! This guy is serious work and can't sit still for a minute. He hates being a baby and gets frustrated when he can't do what Isaac and Zoey do. His saving grace: He always has a smile on his face.
• Isaac is heading into his last full week of Pre-School and I am slightly emotional (I am blaming it on pregnancy hormones). This kid LOVES school more than anyone I have ever met and I know he will be so sad to leave his class (and his incredible teacher!).
• Zoey... well, Zoey is just Zoey. She is dancing all over the house all of the time and has the ability to make you pull your hair out and laugh at the same time.
• We are still in the process of house-hunting, but are narrowing down the things we want in our next home. We've decided our dream house only exists in Alaska, but that might be a little too long of a drive to church.

So there it is.... our life in a nut-shell. We are busy and happy and continuing to enjoy each other's company.

...just another step in our family adventure.

Our life has been flipped up side down and all around in the last couple weeks, and I'm trying to figure out which way is up. If you would have told me on New Year's Eve that my life would look like this come spring, I would have laughed at you and made myself another pot of coffee. Here is the one thing I know for sure:

Romans 8:28  "...all things work together for the good of those who love God-those whom he has called according to his plan."

So here are a couple of the updates:

• We moved out of the first house we ever owned. (Chris said it was like giving away his first born child)
• We took up temporary residence at Chris' parents house while searching for our new house. (What would we do without them?)
• I am in my 11th week of my 4th pregnancy. (Nauseousness is just a permanent state of being)
• I had my first ultrasound and heard the baby's heartbeat for the first time. (Yes, we are sure there is only 1 in there)
• Elijah has had some minor health issues. We have had quite a few trips to Urgent Care and the DR office for this guy. This week he had a severe bacterial infection in both eyes, and was then extremely allergic to the antibiotics he was given. (We now think we have gotten it somewhat under control, but are constantly covering him in prayer)

So now what? 

1.) find a house, 2.) dig out my maternity clothes.... again, 3.) continue to trust that the God of this universe not only has a plan for us, but has a purpose surrounding the circumstances we find ourselves in... and ultimately they will bring Him fame.

love letters

While packing, I came across 3 large boxes in the basement, each with 4 or 5 smaller boxes inside. As soon as I opened them I started to roll my eyes and thought, "oh no, more of Chris' magazines." As soon as I opened the first box inside, I couldn't believe my eyes. In those boxes is every single letter I sent to Chris during the 4 years I was away at college... each filed in order of date. It chronicles my entire college experience, and our relationship through it all. I yelled for Chris to come downstairs and when he saw what I was looking at he immediately said, "don't even think of getting rid of those." I love my sentimental man!

my baby girl.... my pride and joy.

Zoey: "The baby in your belly is a boy!"

Me: "We don't know that"

Zoey: "It's a girl?"

Me: "We don't know that either"
Zoey: "It's baby Jesus!!!!"

 

 

 

 

mascara

Field Trip: Morley Candy and Cheeseburger In Paradise

Today was another fun field trip with the Isaac's Pre-School class and we had a blast! We started off by getting a tour of the Morley Chocolate Factory. Isaac didn't care how they made the chocolate, he just wanted to know how they hooked up the fans (like father like son). Then we headed over to Cheeseburger in Paradise to eat. They gave us a tour of the kitchen, showed us how they make everything, and then even let the kids make their own dessert. So much fun!

(Disclaimer: our camera broke last night so all these pictures are from my phone)

 

 

 

 

 

Here we go again!!!

So in March of 2006 we had our very first boy, Isaac Christopher.

I remember the moment in this picture because I felt like I was living someone elses life. This was actually my baby and I was overwhelmed with unconditional love.

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Then in August of 2008 we had our very first girl, Zoey Loren.

Isaac couldn't contain himself and was overjoyed with our newest addition. (Little did he know at the time that Zoey would give him a run for his money... every single day)

Last September we had our 3rd child, Elijah Christopher.

Both of the kids were excited the entire pregnancy, and didn't stop giving him kisses for the 1st 2 weeks.

And now we are at it again..... another baby!!!

This one will be due this November, and although it's slightly sooner than expected, we have always wanted at least 4 kids and are so blessed with God's timing. Isaac and Zoey are already convinced it's another girl ("We have too many boys, mom!" -Isaac-) and I am still in the process of wrapping my head around the fact that Elijah will be 14 months when this one is born. (Another summer of pregnancy! Not my favorite...) The morning after I found out I was pregnant, I posted this on my blog... and that continues to be my anthem for the year 2011!

Now to go fish out my maternity clothes that I just put down stairs last month.... (I love that my sister Jeni brought it to my attention that I was pregnant TWICE while she was pregnant with her little boy who is due the end of May... that's cRaZy!)

packing day

We are moving at the end of this month!!!

It's bitter-sweet. We LOVE this house and have so many memories in it, but we are seriously growing out of it and are excited to start our new adventures in a more spacious home. My sister Jeni and her husband Lance are buying our house, so we know it is going to be in good hands.

it takes 2 people to make a brother.

i'm so messed up.

I have been so messed up lately.

It's like God is desperately trying to get my attention.

It's in the books I read. The videos I watch. The things my kids say.

The bottom line: I am here on earth to bring God fame.

Furthermore, the greatest way I can do that is to spread His love to others.

Feeding the hungry.

Housing the homeless.

Hugging the forgotten.

Speaking life to those that are cast away.

Tonight we watched the 3rd part of a video series by Max Lucado called "Made To Make A Difference" with our student leadership team. I am at home still thinking about it.... still contemplating the changes that need to be made... still knowing that it's about the application, not the emotion.

What have you been challenged with lately?

1 John 3:17

But whoever has the world's goods, and sees his brother in need, and closes his heart of compassion against him, how does the love of God remain in him?

over 6 months

My sweet baby Elijah...

6 months have come and gone.

You love your toes and grab them whenever possible.

Your morning cereal is your favorite time of the day.

You always have a huge smile on your face when I come to get you from bed.

You know your daddy's voice.

You think Isaac is hilarious.

You aren't too sure about Zoey... is she your mom? is she your sister?

You think your hands are the coolest invention ever.

You act like your teething, but we can never find any teeth!

Your favorite song is "Rooftops" by JesusCulture.

The Tumble Bus

Today Isaac experienced the "Tumble Bus" with his friends from school for a friend's birthday party. I wasn't able to be there, but Isaac said it was "super fun!" Thanks to the other moms for taking pictures!