Heading down to the O.C

Our boy continues to be one of the greatest blessings in our life. God is so good to us even though we are undeserving people! We just wanted to let any readers know that we will be heading to Orange County Feb 8,9,10th to let the grandparents see their great grandkid! If you would like to see the boy, either call or comment and we will try and get by to see you! We love you all.

Quiet Time & Isaiah, of course!

I have been very inconsistent lately with how I treat others. I feel like I am Bi-Polar. Sometimes I am a joy to be around, other times people don't want to be in the same room with me. I notice that there is a strong correlation between the days that I am pleasant to be around and the days that I am diligent with my morning Bible study. Amazing huh?

I have also realized that doing my Bible study in the evening leads to an increase of knowledge & understanding, sometimes quickly forgotten by morning, but often doesn't produce the opportunity to live out what I am convicted of during my study. What I am getting at is this; when I read Philippians 2 in the morning about Christ's humility and how he humbled himself to the point of death on the cross, and how I am supposed to imitate that level of humility, I regard my morning commute as a trying time to refrain from getting angry at bad drivers. However, it is much easier than if I leave the house w/o doing any form of study. So yes, this is an appeal for all to do their quiet time in the morning, but more so, it is an apology to all that I have been a pain in the butt to over the last two years!

While I am posting, I just have to say that there is no greater joy, aside from the knowledge of Christ's saving blood and His love for us, than being a parent, especially to lil' Isaiah! As I watch my buddy interact with his son, I am reminded of how exciting a time it will be when we get to take our boys out to their first sporting event, or their first go-kart race! However, thanks to some great wisdom from those around us, I am truly enjoying the period our boy is in right now! That said, I will leave you with a picture (What kind of Dad doesn't brag about their children)!

By His Grace...

Isaiah Daniel Frenzel

Isaiah Daniel Frenzel entered this world on January 19th, 2008 at 11:57 a.m. He was 6lbs, 8oz. and 21 inches long. We were extremely blessed throughout the pregnancy. Now, we have both the joy and responsibility of watching him grow. It is inexplainable how consumed one can be with joy while observing the birth of their child! Strong and mighty at times becomes humbled and thankful for a gracious God who chooses to bless us beyond measure when we least deserve it. May all the praise, honor, and glory be to God now and forevermore! Please join with us in praising God for his goodness and His grace!

Landscape Project

Well, we had a busy time during the holidays completing a landscape project out front. We built an elevated planter with retaining wall block (GardenWall by Angelus Block Co.) to house three pots that will act as a water feature. We took out all of the old bark in our planter and placed fresh bark, planted 12 five-gallon plants and had our landscaper install underground electrical for flood lights on our pots and path lighting around the walkway and planter. We were thrilled with the finished product. Above is a picture. I will get more on here as soon as we get time to take some more pictures.

Awaiting the Lil' One

Well it seemed to finally hit me! Stacie and I spent the last couple of days registering at our hospital, picking out a pediatrician, returning some stuff to Babies "R" Us, and putting together strollers, car seats, & swings. The nursery is 95% finished and looks excellent. I will try to update with some pictures as soon as I get some. We would like to ask for all of your prayers during this time for the following things:

1) That we will be trusting solely in the Lord to preserve us and renew our strength during the labor.
2) That we will trust in the Lord's will to be done if problems arise.
3) That we will be diligent in practicing the relaxation techniques we have learned prior to the delivery.
4) That we will provide a home for our son that exemplifies the agape love that we receive from God!

We thank you all for the help thus far and will be calling you all once Isaiah is born. Only a few weeks left!

Soli deo gloria!