Saturday, January 02, 2010

2010


Good morning and Happy New Year everyone! Yesterday was a day like no other. It was the first day that I fully felt like the weight of school, clinical, etc. had been lifted and we here at the Davenport home had a magical day. We started the day by watching two beautiful people get married after waiting for so long. Congratulations Terri, your wedding brought tears to my eyes, you and Ed are such special people.

After the wedding we headed home, threw my hair up in a pony tail, put on some old scrubs and for the next 5 hours Lauren, Danny, Bailey, and I sang, danced, put away Christmas decorations, organized, cleaned, kissed, held hands, and felt like "us" again. Survival mode is finally over.

I also put on my ipod and went for a run by myself which I haven't done since last June. This was an awesome time with God. Just thanking Him for all He has done, the miracle of Lauren in our lives and in our arms. It was also a time of prayer for my family and extended family and asking, so..what's next. Medical missions has been in my heart since I was five and cried to Jesus while sitting behind dad's recliner with my big headphones on listening to Keith Green. I know my trip to India 16 years ago was just the start and I am excited to see where God takes us next.

It's going to be a great year! :)

9 comments:

Kim said...

Happy New Year..
Glad to hear things are going well..
Love the photo of Lauren...
Have a wonderful Year.. can't wait to see what 2010 has in store..
God bless you and your family...

Mary Schneider said...

Welcome to 2010!!! You sound like yourself again....that's so exciting.

I can't tell you how sorry I am that I missed the wedding....I'm sure it was a special sight to see!

Medical missions....hhhmmm...we'll have to talk more about that soon!

Lots of love,
Mary

Suz said...

Happy New Year! It was so nice to visit with you guys on such a special occassion! What a year 2009 was for you all and we are excited to watch where God leads you all next! Can't wait for a big playdate now that the girls are all home! Have a great week!

S.Wise said...

Ok. This is my 3rd time trying to post a comment!! Hard to type with little fingers around... :)

I am so so happy you are finally able to breathe and get things back to normal. I am also happy you are relaxing and it sounds like you are feeling better. I was worried about you and Lauren. Enjoy your sweet family!! I love the picture of Lauren. (I love them all!!!)

Terri said...

I am so pleased and honored that you were able to come to the wedding. Woo who to 2010!

Kayce said...

Happy New Year to you guys!! Glad to hear you're getting back on your feet again. I thought about Ed and Terri all day on Friday! SO SO cool! Lots of love and hugs to you guys!

PandaMom said...

What a great way to start a new year...with your beautiful daughter!! ; )

BTW: Keith Green has a masterful way of opening your heart to truth with his lyrics, huh? REALLY like him!!!

Anonymous said...

Danny and Mardi: May the simple joys of life fill this special day and be yours throughout the coming year. Happy New Year! We would Love to meet Lauren, and pray that she is feeling better. All our Love to you all, Dina,Dan,Andrew,Christopher.
"Every good and perfect gift is from above." (James 1:17)
Danny side note: Andrew is graduating this year and is planning on going to Grand Canyon University any advice please give us a call.

Mommy Spice said...

Happy New Year to you! I'm glad things are settling down for you guys. Love seeing pictures of Lauren. What a doll!!