Purple Day

March 26 of every year year is know as Epilepsy Purple day. This is something I have learned since Lauren was diagnosed with Epilepsy in August of 2011. Prior to Lauren's diagnoses I sadly must admit that I knew nothing of this day, nor did I really understand or know what Epilepsy was and I find that very common among most people. Since Lauren's diagnoses our family has gained so much knowledge about Epilepsy and how it effects so many more people than something like breast cancer, yet the foundation is under recognized and doesn't receive much funding or community fundraising beyond those who are or know someone with Epilepsy. Epilepsy sadly isn't the only foundation that is under recognized but it is a condition that effects more people. Every 4 minutes someone is diagnosed with Epilepsy and the life they once knew is forever changed, I know ours has.

It is becoming clearer and clear what my mission is with being blessed with a daughter who has Epilepsy and I'm seeking God through prayer and stillness for the steps he wants me to take. I know our God has big plans for all that we are enduring and I plan on staying faithful through the end, especially during the times it gets rough and praising him each step of the way.

I am asking each of you to please honor my sweet princess Lauren and the millions of others effected by Epilepsy by wearing Purple on March 26th!

Looking Up and Moving Forward

Wow what an awesome two weeks we've had. It's so amazing how things fall into order when you put your priorities in order and most importantly STICK to it. The kids and I have learned so much these past two weeks and are loving all our new curriculum. Lauren has been participating so much more and is catching on so fast.

I've also decided that I will be committing another year to homeschooling both the kids (we agreed to take it year by year). I've already went ahead and bought all the curriculum we need to continue through the summer (its far too hot to play out side in the summer here) and onto the next year. It's the curriculum we've already begun to use and we are loving all of it so far.

I know homeschooling is what is best for our family right now and I know its what God has called me to do, and although I still have my doubts and my fears, I'm waking each morning giving our day and school to the Lord and following his lead. I know I'm not equipped to teach my kids but God is and since he has called me to it he is equipping me through it.