Wow!!!! We have a new little one to add to our family! Judah Adin we are so happy you are with us! We are looking forward to seeing everyone at home in the next few days. Pray for good weather and good fellowship. I love everyone so very much and will do all I can to make our time together memorable! Love you all!! Mom
Monday, June 14, 2010
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Just so you know...
We miss you guys already! It was such a special time to be together for no reason at all except to hang out! I'm glad we made this happen and can't wait for June to come around when we will be home again.
Thanks, Dad, for your witty comments regarding the tournament! It sure was fun watching that last game, even if the outcome wasn't what I wanted!
And lastly, just so you know, I started using a face self-tanner this week so I wouldn't look so "pale"! :)
Love you all very much!
Kristi & Ryan
Thanks, Dad, for your witty comments regarding the tournament! It sure was fun watching that last game, even if the outcome wasn't what I wanted!
And lastly, just so you know, I started using a face self-tanner this week so I wouldn't look so "pale"! :)
Love you all very much!
Kristi & Ryan
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Hi family dad here. What a good weekend mom and I had with all of you in Chicago. We loved being all together and thank all of you for taking time out of your schedules to be there. We appreciate your commitment to family and so thank you again! Ok, here are the final results of our NCAA basketball poll. Congrats to Kristine the overall first time winner! She will pick the place to celebrate and eat in June when we are all together. For everyone else, there is always next year!
Kristine 71(can anyone say "how lucky can one person get?")
Courtney 63(close but no cigar-can't smoke anyway when pregnant)
Dad 57(always near the top-most consistent each year)
Drew 57(last year's winner-can't repeat-beat like a drum by his wife)
Ryan 57(might have won had he picked his team MSU-loser-never go against your team)
Robin 50(always in the middle of the pack)
Kristi 50(looks and picks like her mom-when will you grow up and be your own person)
Matt 41(barely beats his son-one of the favorites who had a total collapse)
Gideon 36(picked Lehigh to win and still almost beat his dad)
So there it is complete with my witty comments. I love you all, see you all soon. Can't wait for next year!
Dad
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Can you believe it? Today we will finally be together as a family! I cannot begin to tell you how much we look forward to seeing all of you. Not only those we don't see very often, but those we do. Just seeing you all interact with one another warms me to my core. Blessings to each of you until I see you. I will count down the hours and minutes until you each get a big mama hug!
Monday, March 22, 2010
Life in the Murphy household
Hi all! Sorry Ryan and I have been out of the loop on some of these blogs. We no longer have a computer at home since I returned my Young Life laptop, and we're considering our options of when and what to purchase from here. I haven't had much time on a computer at work (until today!), so I feel a little disconnected from what you all have been writing.
I'll give you a quick rundown of the new job and my thoughts so far--I love it. I love the environment, learning about the treatment, getting to slowly know patients and all the wonderful staff here. I also love the short drive and savings in gas money! My mind has definitely started stirring within me to the possibility of pursuing a career in social work more seriously. I'll give you all a full update when we are together soon.
We spent a lovely and very relaxing weekend at home! We've been feeling very much on the go recently, with my new job and a ton of social activities, so we decided that we would just spend time together this weekend and not make any set plans. We had a wonderful date night on Friday with dinner at a new restaurant (yum!), and a kickin' concert at one of our favorite venues. Check out Vampire Weekend, all you music lovers. They were amazing.
Saturday we slept in, took a nice walk down to get a bagel and coffee and enjoy a morning outside checking out houses that are for rent for our friends, Erik & Lauren, who will be out here in a few weeks to make some final decisions on what area of town to live in. We then ran some errands, got hooked on the basketball games going down, and finished the night going to check out our friend's house that he recently remodeled.
Sunday was a full morning of church and then a trail run. We have now decided that we are going to become experts in trail running through this next season! It was a beautiful run and a good start to spring for us. We then were able to hit up a new lunch spot downtown, with some of the best homemade chips I've ever had.
We spent last night down in Colorado Springs with Susan and Michael and their little baby girl, Bea. She is precious and I loved holding her for most of the night! We cooked dinner for them to give them some time to just relax and we all enjoyed the evening immensely. I think it's good for them to know that people are supportive and want to help in any way possible as they get adjusted to being new parents. It made me eager for BABY JUDAH to come along so I can hold another sweet baby in my arms!
We have loved all the games and the upsets that occured this weekend, even if I am in now almost last place (next to the Gid-man). We're very excited that we'll be able to watch some of the final games together in Chicago! Let's all pray for wonderful weather so we can enjoy the outdoors.
Drew--thanks for all the things you wrote in your last blog--I loved the update on what you and Kristine have decided to do for now.
Mom--thanks for writing beautiful words on God's will and speaking to us about what's on your mind these days. We all appreciate you sharing your wisdom!
Just wanted you all to know we've been thinking of you guys and counting the days until we board our plane for Chicago!!!
Love,
Ryan and Kristi
I'll give you a quick rundown of the new job and my thoughts so far--I love it. I love the environment, learning about the treatment, getting to slowly know patients and all the wonderful staff here. I also love the short drive and savings in gas money! My mind has definitely started stirring within me to the possibility of pursuing a career in social work more seriously. I'll give you all a full update when we are together soon.
We spent a lovely and very relaxing weekend at home! We've been feeling very much on the go recently, with my new job and a ton of social activities, so we decided that we would just spend time together this weekend and not make any set plans. We had a wonderful date night on Friday with dinner at a new restaurant (yum!), and a kickin' concert at one of our favorite venues. Check out Vampire Weekend, all you music lovers. They were amazing.
Saturday we slept in, took a nice walk down to get a bagel and coffee and enjoy a morning outside checking out houses that are for rent for our friends, Erik & Lauren, who will be out here in a few weeks to make some final decisions on what area of town to live in. We then ran some errands, got hooked on the basketball games going down, and finished the night going to check out our friend's house that he recently remodeled.
Sunday was a full morning of church and then a trail run. We have now decided that we are going to become experts in trail running through this next season! It was a beautiful run and a good start to spring for us. We then were able to hit up a new lunch spot downtown, with some of the best homemade chips I've ever had.
We spent last night down in Colorado Springs with Susan and Michael and their little baby girl, Bea. She is precious and I loved holding her for most of the night! We cooked dinner for them to give them some time to just relax and we all enjoyed the evening immensely. I think it's good for them to know that people are supportive and want to help in any way possible as they get adjusted to being new parents. It made me eager for BABY JUDAH to come along so I can hold another sweet baby in my arms!
We have loved all the games and the upsets that occured this weekend, even if I am in now almost last place (next to the Gid-man). We're very excited that we'll be able to watch some of the final games together in Chicago! Let's all pray for wonderful weather so we can enjoy the outdoors.
Drew--thanks for all the things you wrote in your last blog--I loved the update on what you and Kristine have decided to do for now.
Mom--thanks for writing beautiful words on God's will and speaking to us about what's on your mind these days. We all appreciate you sharing your wisdom!
Just wanted you all to know we've been thinking of you guys and counting the days until we board our plane for Chicago!!!
Love,
Ryan and Kristi
It's Been A While
Hey family, Andrew here.
First to mom: Incredible blogs. Very meaningful. I appreciate what you do for our family by pushing us, encouraging us, listening to us, and praying for us. So thoughtful...thank you!
To Matt: love the bracket on mid-majority (although we had talked about it on the phone too). I wish we could have watched some of the tournament together because I know we would have been rooting for the same teams. I get so tired of most people just rooting for their picks instead of rooting for who they actually want to win. I hope the final four is Northern Iowa, Butler, Cornell, and St. Mary's. Our Big Ten teams too.
To Gideon: Thanks for having me represent a team in your Final Four. I love you and can't wait to hold you and play with you in Chicago. I even bought you something for Easter already. Go Mountain Hawks!
To Dad: I went golfing this week and shot an 83. Sorry you can't play because of your shoulder but I had a blast. I wish I would have played with you but we'll play soon enough.
To Kristi: I loved getting texts from you this weekend. I didn't even know you would be watching all of the basketball as closely as you have. I love the upsets just like you. Kristine and I have been missing you and can't wait to hang in Chicago.
Courtney: I really miss you. I've seen Matt and Gideon twice in the past month but unfortunately you haven't been able to make it. Kristine and I have been talking about going out with you and Matt sometime soon and maybe staying up at your place too. I would love to hear about how things are going with your jobs and also hear updates on planning for a baby room at your house.
Ryan: Thank you for being a great new brother. I loved the poop text you sent me a month of so ago. It was hilarious. Thank you also for calling my wife on a regular basis. You have been consistent in doing that and she really appreciates it. I know you probably have a portable GPS and I thought it would be fun to do some geocaching (spelling?) in Chicago sometime if we have a chance.
Kristine: I love you dearly and can't wait for our Spring Break adventures in Chicago and Miami. I am extra pumped for our one day cruise to the Bahamas. I am happy that we are actively communicating and praying for our future. Love you!
To all: As of right now, Kristine and I are planning on staying in Kokomo for the time being. I am not taking the Fort Wayne tennis position. I am looking to stay and possible advance within the tennis center here. I am also planning on starting a Master's degree this fall. Kristine and I will continue to look around and be ready to leave when God wants us to. Continue to pray for us! Love you all and only a week and a half until Chicago baby!
Andrew
Kristine:
First to mom: Incredible blogs. Very meaningful. I appreciate what you do for our family by pushing us, encouraging us, listening to us, and praying for us. So thoughtful...thank you!
To Matt: love the bracket on mid-majority (although we had talked about it on the phone too). I wish we could have watched some of the tournament together because I know we would have been rooting for the same teams. I get so tired of most people just rooting for their picks instead of rooting for who they actually want to win. I hope the final four is Northern Iowa, Butler, Cornell, and St. Mary's. Our Big Ten teams too.
To Gideon: Thanks for having me represent a team in your Final Four. I love you and can't wait to hold you and play with you in Chicago. I even bought you something for Easter already. Go Mountain Hawks!
To Dad: I went golfing this week and shot an 83. Sorry you can't play because of your shoulder but I had a blast. I wish I would have played with you but we'll play soon enough.
To Kristi: I loved getting texts from you this weekend. I didn't even know you would be watching all of the basketball as closely as you have. I love the upsets just like you. Kristine and I have been missing you and can't wait to hang in Chicago.
Courtney: I really miss you. I've seen Matt and Gideon twice in the past month but unfortunately you haven't been able to make it. Kristine and I have been talking about going out with you and Matt sometime soon and maybe staying up at your place too. I would love to hear about how things are going with your jobs and also hear updates on planning for a baby room at your house.
Ryan: Thank you for being a great new brother. I loved the poop text you sent me a month of so ago. It was hilarious. Thank you also for calling my wife on a regular basis. You have been consistent in doing that and she really appreciates it. I know you probably have a portable GPS and I thought it would be fun to do some geocaching (spelling?) in Chicago sometime if we have a chance.
Kristine: I love you dearly and can't wait for our Spring Break adventures in Chicago and Miami. I am extra pumped for our one day cruise to the Bahamas. I am happy that we are actively communicating and praying for our future. Love you!
To all: As of right now, Kristine and I are planning on staying in Kokomo for the time being. I am not taking the Fort Wayne tennis position. I am looking to stay and possible advance within the tennis center here. I am also planning on starting a Master's degree this fall. Kristine and I will continue to look around and be ready to leave when God wants us to. Continue to pray for us! Love you all and only a week and a half until Chicago baby!
Andrew
Kristine:
Sunday, March 21, 2010
On a Sunday
First of all, I'm thankful for mom's posts on God's will. It is a difficult topic, and I agree with mom on the final post. God certainly requires action, but we can't take total control. Instead, we must stay in relationship with God.
Which has been really difficult for me over the past couple of days. Early this week, Gideon was really sick with a cough and cold, and he started a habit of waking up every 15 minutes starting at about 2:00 or 3:00 in the morning. So, I'd been trying to help him get back to sleep, get medicine, etc. But I found once I was up the first time it just seemed difficult to get back to sleep. Courtney has been that way too. One night, we finally turned on the light at 3:30 and read for an hour.
But Gideon is over it now and back to his talkative and fun self! Now, Courtney is sick. So the second half of the week I've been getting little sick because she has been coughing and uncomfortable in bed. The last couple of nights, I've actually come out to the couch so that Courtney could be more comfortable, and so that I didn't have to hear her coughing. So I'm a little tired. And when I get tired, it is tough to get up for my morning times with God.
But, having a little boy around always adds some joy to the day. Last night, we hung a picture in his room that we drew in the basement. It has pictures of his Final Four picks, and a cheerleader. This morning, as I walked into his room, he was talking happily.
"Daddy, I see my picture. There's Daddy, and Gideon, and Andrew and Kristine. And the cheerleader is Mommy. Right there!" He had decided that I was the Lehigh player, he was the Missouri player, Andrew was the Sam Houston State player, and Kristine was Kansas State. Mommy was the cheerleader that Grammy had drawn in the corner... and yes, those are his Final Four picks!
It was a fun way to start what is usually a good day. And it has been so far, except I'll have no chance for a nap, what with Ohio St., Michigan St., Wisconsin, and Cornell coming on next! Hope you guys all have a good day, and continue to enjoy the tournament.
Oh, by the way, if you want to see my real bracket. Check out the second picture at this site: http://www.midmajority.com/2010/03/the-first-annual-as-you-go-bra.php
Which has been really difficult for me over the past couple of days. Early this week, Gideon was really sick with a cough and cold, and he started a habit of waking up every 15 minutes starting at about 2:00 or 3:00 in the morning. So, I'd been trying to help him get back to sleep, get medicine, etc. But I found once I was up the first time it just seemed difficult to get back to sleep. Courtney has been that way too. One night, we finally turned on the light at 3:30 and read for an hour.
But Gideon is over it now and back to his talkative and fun self! Now, Courtney is sick. So the second half of the week I've been getting little sick because she has been coughing and uncomfortable in bed. The last couple of nights, I've actually come out to the couch so that Courtney could be more comfortable, and so that I didn't have to hear her coughing. So I'm a little tired. And when I get tired, it is tough to get up for my morning times with God.
But, having a little boy around always adds some joy to the day. Last night, we hung a picture in his room that we drew in the basement. It has pictures of his Final Four picks, and a cheerleader. This morning, as I walked into his room, he was talking happily.
"Daddy, I see my picture. There's Daddy, and Gideon, and Andrew and Kristine. And the cheerleader is Mommy. Right there!" He had decided that I was the Lehigh player, he was the Missouri player, Andrew was the Sam Houston State player, and Kristine was Kansas State. Mommy was the cheerleader that Grammy had drawn in the corner... and yes, those are his Final Four picks!
It was a fun way to start what is usually a good day. And it has been so far, except I'll have no chance for a nap, what with Ohio St., Michigan St., Wisconsin, and Cornell coming on next! Hope you guys all have a good day, and continue to enjoy the tournament.
Oh, by the way, if you want to see my real bracket. Check out the second picture at this site: http://www.midmajority.com/2010/03/the-first-annual-as-you-go-bra.php
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