Chickens VS Bees

Some background information: EJ hates flying things that sting him...bees, wasps, hornets. You get the idea. Romeo is not a fan of chickens. They creep him out. We are a family of weirdos. I am aware of this. (Don't get me started on my fear of hair or Rock Star's fear of raw chicken)

This is an actual conversation that occurred at Four Sisters Farm last night...

(Romeo said something about EJ hoarding the eggs)

EJ: "I told Romeo if he wanted more eggs to go get them out of the coop."

Farm Chick: "Out of the coop? He is afraid of chickens."

EJ: "You are afraid of chickens???" (with a big naughty grin on his face)

Pop: "I wouldn't say anything if I were you, EJ"

EJ: "What?"

Romeo: "You are afraid of bees!"

EJ: "You can't hug a bee!"

Ladies and gentleman. I've been saving this picture for a very special day. Today is that day.

My Man

6 years ago, EJ and I had been married for 1 year and we were already starting over. His first job out of college ended with a lay off after just 9 months. EJ and I prayed and asked God to make it abundantly clear what our next move should be. Instead of being depressed over it all, EJ worked like a dog to get another job. For three months he hit the pavement. It was hard every day but he did it.

In the end he had 2 promising offers sitting before him. I can remember thinking he should go with option A because it came with a base salary and that made me feel better. He wanted to go with option B because he is a born entrepreneur and he knew he could do it! He was passionate about option B. I was afraid. I distinctly remember feeling as though the Lord was saying, "Shut your mouth and support him." I did. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made. He adores his job. He loves to go to work in the morning.

Here we are after EJ received an award at a company dinner. I am so thankful for God's provision for our family. I am thankful for EJ's drive to provide and allow me to be home to raise our boys. It blesses me more than I can say.

During the company retreat, we had a western themed dinner. We can really get into that!