Baby Name. Decided.

I use this app called "My Pregnancy" which keeps me apprised on how the baby is growing. It's great because it gives me a sense of what's going on since I can't actually SENSE what's going on, like Julie can.

Every Tuesday it dings with an update which includes approximations of the baby's size. This has been particularly helpful. We went from lime to small onion, avocado, then tomato... So yeah, it even helped us inadvertently come up with a perfect name. FINALLY. "Guacamole Kline".

Alaskan Adventure

our week in alaska was perfect. it was wonderful getting to spend time with nic outside of the daily routine and just relax. a true vacation. here is a quick photo recap of our trip.

at the market on saturday killing time as we wait for the arrival of the gents. i loved all the fur creations (hats, ear muffs, gloves, you name it!). due to the price and hot weather in ks i decided i didn't need any in my wardrobe. i think it was a good decision.

one of the best moments of the trip, seeing them ride in. 

in Whittier, AK. coffee is always a must.

lots to look at.

on the 26 glacier cruise tour through prince william sound which ported out of Whittier, AK. we went to the top of the boat while it was going full speed. it was cold and windy, but the views were worth it.

the Bob Kline clan.

"Surprise" glacier in the background, quite a site.

father and son. a nice stroll through Kincaid Park.

oh why, hello mr. moose.

they are amazing creatures.

baby moose.

our third moose spotting

n+j go kayaking out of Seward, AK! i have never been and i must say it was a highlight of the trip.

we rested and took a walk through a rainforest.

taken by our guide. 4 hours of this just doesn't get old. kayak adventures worldwide out of Seward, AK treated us well. highly recommend the trip.

nic and bob began their journey south on friday. the gals cleaned up the cabin and flew out saturday afternoon. due to our delayed flight out of anchorage, we missed our connection home and stayed an unexpected night (rather 3 hour nap) in minneapolis. i was so sad to be so close an ikea yet so far. home has been restful. now i wait for his arrival and probably work a little bit.

it was great spending a week with you, nic. ride home safe. we are waiting.

Neosho the absent dog

We are definitely missing this guy.

Alaskan morning together

Lots of thoughts, great morning conversations, family, serenity, relaxation.

We flew into Alaska and stayed at a hotel after 11 hours on a plane and nearly 24 hours of traveling. The following morning we gals souvenir shopped at the downtown anchorage market and arrived at the cabin awaiting our gentlemen. Sprucing up the place we picked wild flowers and decorated with evergreens. I don't think the guys noticed our efforts, but it was a joy to do none-the-less.

I am reminded again of the importance of Christian community to help us reorient our hearts. In this mornings' conversation I realized how much I bend towards selfishness not sanctification. This morning Bob made a true statement about the Lord's prayer, you now the part that says deliver us from evil. As often it is portrayed as, "oh, God deliver me from all those evil people", when perhaps it rather should be prayed as deliver me from my evilness, sanctify me now, and teach me how to love "all those evil people". Perspective.

Today we relax, maybe take some walks, as I get to enjoy the blessing of Nic's company and thankful that God planned these next few days for us to be together. So thankful we are here together.

Us and our view from the master suite.

Love to all from Alaska.

 

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49ers!!

About 2 hours ago the guys crossed into Alaska, according to SPOT GPS page. This makes it the 49th state Nic has ridden through. Quite an accomplishment. I am so proud.

I am looking forward to visiting him on this journey, T-5 hours.

Missing him

The men have left and are well on their way to Alaska. It was/is harder than I thought it would be. Despite all the amazing technology that gives me reassurance he is okay, he is still gone, far away and getting further. They are well into Canada now, and I think their ride will be beautiful today. I pray God uses it to show them of His majesty and goodness.


The only thing that keeps me sound is knowing that He has him and loves him more than I do.

As I have approached the second trimester (or 4th mester as Nic and I call it), Baby Kline likes to keep me guessing by giving me spoadic morning sickness. Today the little one said hello again. Yes, we haven't forgotten about you.

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