God's Answer to Prayer

Charlie and Sam would have been 8 weeks old yesterday. When I think about the milestones they would have made at 2 months of age it tugs on my heart. It's hard at times not to question why things happen; and as I wake up each morning and face each new day, I am realizing more and more about what is truly important in life. I realize that it wasn't the short time that we had with the twins, but the miracle of them being a part of our lives. Sometimes God answers our prayers in a way that we don't expect until later...I have to keep reminding myself of this daily. Michael and I have started a daily devotion for parents who have experienced the loss of a child. (Thank you so much to the very special person who gave this gift to us!) Today's devotion was right on target for what I have been struggling with lately. God does indeed listen to our every word.

"I asked for health, that I might do greater things;

I was given infirmity that I might do better things.

I asked God for strength that I might achieve;

I was made weak that I may learn to obey.

I asked for riches that I might be happy;

I was given poverty that I might be wise.

I asked for power and praise of people;

I was given weakness to sense my need of God.

I asked for all things that I might enjoy life;

I was given life that I might enjoy all things.

I got nothing I asked for but everything I hoped for;

In spite of myself, my prayers were answered.

I am among all people most richly blessed."

~unknown Confederate soldier

First day of School!!!!

Gracie is obviously not thrilled about getting up at 7 am!!!

First Day Back to School.....and work!!!

As I woke the kids up bright and early this morning, I felt this huge sense of accomplishment. We had made it through the summer; the summer that seemed to never end. Don't get me wrong, it has ended on great terms, however, I kept telling myself that if I could make it through this summer, I could make it through anything. This bittersweet summer has come to an end but with that comes new beginnings for The Cantey's!
Gracie begins 3rd grade this year. She picks out her own clothes now and allowed us to walk her to the hall that Mrs. Bray's classroom was located on but no further :) That's okay though...we totally get it! Bryce is still his mommy's boy ,as he begins Kindergarten ,and I was wiping lipstick off his cheek as I left him sitting at his desk in Mrs. Steffer's class :) When leaving Warren Road this morning, there were no tears, only the sense of peace that my babies were happy and so was I.
Michael has adjusted well to his new position at Jefferson Energy. He leaves every morning with a smile on his face. We are so blessed that he was given such a wonderful job opportunity . As for me, I return to Southern Smiles Pediatric Dentistry tomorrow and will be working two days a week which I couldn't be more excited about!!

"Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come." Proverbs 31:25

"The Lord shall bless thee...all the days of thy life." Psalm 128 :5

More Summertime Fun!!!

From the time I found out that I was pregnant; I wrote down these two bible verses and put them on the refridgerator and read them everyday. They have given me comfort throughout my entire experience and I want to share them ...


"The Lord has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy." Psalm 126:3

"Cast all your anxiety on Him because he cares for you. " 1 Peter 5:7

"For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. " Jeremiah 29:11