I can't believe our summer is half over already! SO much has happened since school ended in June. Mike and I are currently living in Sully, Iowa. He has an internship at First Reformed Church in Sully, which is the church my mom grew up in. It has been so much fun to be back in the area this summer and to visit friends and family. The church family has welcomed us with open arms and open hearts. Mike has really grown as a preacher this summer...it is miraculous to see God work through him!
Our summer started out a little rough, as the house we are staying at was infested with earwigs (For those of you who have never seen an earwig, I have included a picture!). We spent many hours killing hundreds of the little critters...in the bath tub, the bed, the kitchen sink and cupboards, and yes, even in the refrigerator (shudders)! If you know me well, you know that I am terrified of anything that creeps and crawls...I spent many sleepless nights worrying that bugs were crawling all over me! It took Mike a few attempts at soaking the house in insecticide to finally rid us of the little buggers, and we are now (nearly) bug-free!
I have been pretty busy, working both at Ulrich's Meat Market and also baby-sitting for some very dear friends. And when I'm not working, I am avidly hunting for a job for the fall (so far no leads, but I will keep you posted!). As of now, I plan on substitute teaching come September.
These past few months have been very exciting! For those of you who don't already know, Mike and I are soon-to-be parents! I am currently 17 weeks pregnant and our little one is due December 30th. I was violently ill from weeks 6-14, but am FINALLY able to eat foods other than saltines and toast! We are THRILLED to have this opportunity to raise up a child in the love of our Lord and Savior! We shared the news with our families on Father's Day. This will be the first grandchild on both sides of the family! Our parents couldn't be happier!
Well, I guess it's time to wrap this up! I'm suddenly having a craving for french fries and ice cream...
Love and blessings to you all!
Mike, Krys and Baby
