Pay It Forward

So my friend, Andrea, is doing this pay it forward thing. This is how it works..... The first 3 people to leave a comment on this will receive a hand made gift from me during this year. When and what will be a surprise. There's a small catch...You knew there would be didn't you? Post this on your blog then come back and leave a comment, telling me you're in. Fun, huh? Remember, only the first 3 comments receive the gift

Growing kids

I thought I might snap a few shots of the kids since I haven't done it in a while.
They are growing and learning and continue to be the source of laughter in the home.
They are our greatest blessing. We love you guys! Mom and Dad :0)

Bryce 5

2/17/2009Asha 7
2/17/2009

February 2009 Update

OK. So here is a quick update of what has been going on in the Orton Household in the past month.n Despite Bryan almost loosing his Job, we have been very blessed. Bryan is doing OK in this job for now. It has been rough not knowing what our economic stand will be in the near future but We have faith that the lord will provide if we are faithful. So many people are going through rough times.

I celebrated my 29th birthday and I am thankful for another year of life and many other blessings.
I'm still working on finishing school and doing photography on the side. The kids are growing by the minute it seems like. They are doing well in school and both have been awarded for their hard work.

So many things have happened both good, and bad, happy, and sad.
My good friend Stacey lost her brother in a car accident this month. Being close to her, we all have been affected by the situation. He is now in a better place though. I had the opportunity to help out the family as much as I could and I also spoke at the funeral which was held at the "A" street building. I Share this because I think it was a great missionary opportunity to share some of the basic gospel principles with over 300 non-members that attended the services. He had lots of great friends. Rest in Peace Brian Bailey.

We also had the opportunity this month to speak in church on the topic of Charity. Both Bryan and I enjoyed this assignment very much as we learned from the topic ourselves.

We celebrated Valentines Day here at the house with a nice dinner.

Just yesterday, Bryan informed me that after a visit to the doctor and some tests done, He is at a high risk for diabetes and perhaps also be suffering from heart decease. It is very scary! Now he is in a 1500 cal. diet. We all pray that the Lord will be with us and with Bryan on the quest for better health.
I have been also trying to eat healthier and teach my kids the same.
Anyway, It has been a month of growth in all aspects for us all here at the Orton household.