Ready or Not, Here He Comes!

It seems as if time just flew by as we waited for Levi; and before we knew it, the time had come. And we weren't quite ready! Some friends of mine threw a surprise baby shower, thankfully; and we received some clothes, diapers and supplies, and a playpen. Besides that, we didn't have much more. We've borrowed a crib, but we had to buy pretty much everything else. Jeff's parents sent us a new stroller/carseat combo, which we are extremely grateful for. My parents, grandparents, and aunt sent lots of goodies like bottles, blankets, and more clothes. So all this to say: we were totally prepared by the time Levi arrived!! Thanks to everyone who supplied us with the physical needs, and also thanks to everyone who's lifted us up in your prayers!!

Here are a few pictures of the many preparations. . .

Priceless Art

A recent new furniture purchase and a day's worth of watching the home and garden channel spawned some creative ideas in Jeff's brain to spruce up our living room. He immediately went shopping at Lowe's, Michael's, and Hobby Lobby, armed himself with a few power tools and art supplies, and began a project that I honestly didn't believe would ever be finished. But much to my surprise and pleasure, it took Jeff less than two weeks to complete; and I am now the proud owner of an original, one-of-a-kind masterpiece of, the one-and-only, Jeff Rhodes' stylish and contemporary collection. The pictures give it no justice; you'll have to come visit to see these fine works of art in all their glory!!

New 'Do

Jeff finally got sick of standing in the bathroom under the hairdryer and straightening iron, burning up, and sweating. Here's the final result!