Great Friday

God has provided again. This morning started as our days normally have here in Texas, a day on the road in Fort Worth running and preparing for the arrival of a new baby. A few of our children were spending time with Nonnie and we were preparing to take the others to  Nonnie's house so they could all bake and decorate cookies for Easter with their cousins. Our baby Zachary Ryan had other plans. Jodi started having some contractions while getting ready and by the time everyone was ready to go she was having them quite frequent so we quickly took off to the hospital in Fort Worth. We contacted Nonnie to meet us at the hospital to take care of all the children while Zachary was being born. We arrived, got checked in and Zachary was delivered in a little over an hour. He weighed in at 9lbs 10oz and 21inches. Funny how our discussion just the night before was how Jodi felt her body couldn't grow any more, obviously God felt the same way. All the siblings were excited to meet Zachary and hold him especially Bubba, he always show so much enthusiasm in whatever he is doing and this was no difference.
Now we continue to pray for and ask that you join with us for God's provisions and Thank Him for all he as done for our family.
Praises-
Praise Him for Good Friday and what He has done for all of us!!!
Praise for a healthy baby boy and healthy mommy!
Praise for our family being back together after 3 weeks of separation.
Praise for how God has provided for our housing and transportation needs while in Texas.

Concerns-
-The continued health of our newest addition Zachary Ryan Daniel
-Transportation needs for our family we need a larger vehicle that seats 8 during our short time in Texas.
-All of the needs of a new baby(we were preparing but thought we had a little more time) car seat, breast pump, etc.
-Rest for mommy and baby.
-Quick processing for the birth certificate, passport,and visa for Zachary so we can return home to Jamaica.
-Preparation for all the family as we accept and raise the newest member of our family.

Below are some pictures from our time today in the hospital

Matthew running to see his new baby brother!!!

Pickle happy to see Zachary

Everyone ready to see Zachary's first bath.

Bubba and Daddy

Allison and Erin enjoying Zachary

Erin's turn

Finally Bubba get's to hold his brother!

Daddy and Zachary

Granpa's admiring the new baby.

Poppy holding his 8th grandchild.

big sis Lexi and pickle so happy to see their new brother.

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Boots and Bluebonnets

Here are some photos that we took enjoying our time in Texas while waiting on the baby to come sitting in the Bluebonnets and wearing our boots.