community living..

Tomorrow, the official start date of 2409 community house.

most think we are crazy, but i have always enjoyed when folks think the thing i am doing are "crazy". It helps reassure me that my life is not the norm.

Tomorrow this 4 bedroom home will be filled with six adults one infant and two dogs. It will also be filled with ideas, inspiration and hopefully an abundance of compassion.

I have always wanted to live in a community home. To be able to live with others focused on encouraging each other to live beyond themselves. To be able to downsize my own belonging and learn to share. I know this wont be easy, it might even be a little frustrating at times. Yet i believe this is the life God has called me to live. to look beyond myself, my selfish desires and for once focus on my "family". I am excited to experience growth. I am excited to learn more about my house family and share in life's joys, its sorrows and the moments of unbelief.

I will keep you all posted on this adventure. Here are a few snapshot of the family.

Hope & Zach Lien

Jake & Lizzie & Nash Ladd

Dave Berg

Lea Berg

Bama & Emery

One months lessons...

So it has been a month from the time of Nash was born. One month. I can hardly believe it. Where does the time go? I have fallen in love with this little man. He has been such a huge blessing.

Being a mom has been an interesting road. I have learned a lot. Learning to be patient has been a huge lesson for me. When you can't figure out why your child is crying and no comfort can be found, patience comes in handy. I have learned to hold my breath for a longer length of time. Those green runny poops can really do a number on your nose. I have enjoyed learning to hold a baby and take two dogs out for potty breaks. I have learned to give of myself for the greater good. I have learned to just sit and be still and admire God's creation.

This past month has been very interesting. This month has had its fare share of struggles and moments of frustration. It has had its moments where i have felt overwhelmed and inferior. this month has had many moments, but i wouldn't trade this month for anything.