If you are my friend on FaceBook, you know this, but if not ...
I AM ENGAGED !!
Wow, I am so happy and the boys are so excited to get a Daddy!! He is not from here, so I will be leaving Saskatchewan and moving to Alberta. I will still be stamping, and am hoping to get a class there too. If you know of anyone interested in being in one of my classes in Grande Prairie, AB, let them know *smiles*.
We have no pictures together, but I got one to show you (not the greatest quality). Ahhh John, so handsome ...
No date is set, as of yet, since we need to make sure the boys are good with it. Honestly, I don't think that will ever be an issue, and in that respect they are like their Momma - they love to love. Jayden takes a little while to warm up, but I already have to fight Dylan for the phone if John is on the other end ... LOL.
We really believe God has brought us together, and we are keeping things above board! We know how hard it is to keep sexually pure, but we don't want to sour the blessing that God has given us. Both having a second chance at love and we are both so grateful. God in his infinite mercy has given us garments of praise for the spirit of heaviness.
I'll let you know more when I know more. I have been absent for a bit and now you know why *wink, wink*. Tootles, have fun and happy stamping!!
Super duper! I love how you say you are a family in the making. Congratulations and blessings on the journey.
Posted by: Sandra K | October 03, 2011 at 05:51 AM
Congrats to all of you.....God certainly is smiling down upon you.
hugs....
Pearl
Posted by: pearl | September 30, 2011 at 07:02 AM
CONGRATULATIONS Julie!!!!!!!!!!!! I am SO happy to hear that God has brought John into your life. He sounds like a simply amazing man! It sounds like your boys are super excited and really like him as well! I am SO happy for you!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Anne S | September 21, 2011 at 07:49 AM
Congratulations, I am a big believer in things happen for a reason, and there must have been a reason for you and John to find each other.
(by the way everytime I get to your blog I get a pop-up, and it it only happens from your blog, not sure if you are aware of that or not)
Posted by: Conni | September 20, 2011 at 10:39 AM
Came across your site when your husband had been gone for 5 months. Never responded, but have prayed and enjoyed seeing my little pink note on laptop to remind me to check your site. CONGRATULATIONS I was looking forward to seeing the blue bedroom:-)
Pat
Posted by: Pat Brown | September 20, 2011 at 07:35 AM
I've been a follower of your blog for a while but rarely comment... Wanted to make sure to say congrats to you and your fiance! So happy for you! :)
Posted by: JoAnn V. | September 19, 2011 at 05:21 PM
Oh Julie I am so happy for you! Loving and sharing your life is such a gift. I'm glad your present has arrived. Much love
Helen
Posted by: Helen | September 19, 2011 at 03:18 AM
Congratulations to you and John! So very exciting! I hope the move goes well and that you are able to find a great bunch of SU ladies in GP! Alberta wll be happy to have you!!
Posted by: Dawn Easton | September 18, 2011 at 09:51 PM
Couldn't have happened to a nicer,, more deserving person. Best of luck Julie.xxx
Posted by: Kylie C | September 18, 2011 at 05:39 AM
Since I'm not on Facebook, I'm so glad you posted here. Congratulations on your engagement! I'm SO excited for you and the boys. You certainly deserve to be happy and so do they. Good luck on your move and best wishes to you & John!
Posted by: Kathy Mc | September 17, 2011 at 10:26 PM
Hugest congrats, Julie. I pray for God's richest blessings on your relationship.
Posted by: Britiney @ Consider the Lilies | September 17, 2011 at 06:43 PM
What wonderful news!! Sooo happy for you and your boys ... congratulations, friend!! :)
Posted by: Wendy W. | September 17, 2011 at 05:28 PM
So exciting! What a wonderful blessing and a marvelous hope! Bless you both!
Posted by: Wendy | September 17, 2011 at 11:49 AM
So happy for you Julie ~ may the Lord bless you in your new life along with John and the boys! God is so good ~ you are in my prayers
Posted by: Denise Willerton | September 17, 2011 at 09:33 AM
I am so happy for you Julie!! You have been and will continue to be in my prayers. Blessings to you and your boys!
Posted by: Catherine Kraft | September 16, 2011 at 03:13 PM
Oh Wow didn't even know you were dating, how exciting, Congrats!!!
Posted by: conniecrafter | September 16, 2011 at 11:58 AM
I congratulated you on Facebook, but now I get to do it again. So elated that you found happiness once again. You have such a loving and giving heart and you need to share it. Hope the boys fall in love with him as you did and vice versa. BTW, my husband was born in Grande Prairie. Small world.
Posted by: Linda | September 16, 2011 at 10:45 AM
Congratulations!! I am so happy for you!! God is good!!!I'm sure God will prepare ALL of you for this amazing journey you are about to take!! Again I'm sooooo happy for you all!!
Posted by: Janice Waymire | September 16, 2011 at 10:05 AM
OMGOSH! Julie, I am so excited for you! I don't "do" facebook so I had no clue you had even met someone. How lucky you are to be BLESSED again with a man who you think is wonderful and a God-send! I wish you the best of everything and I will be looking forward to your updates. Gabby :)
Posted by: Gabby | September 15, 2011 at 11:37 PM
Sooo happy for you! Praying for your every happiness.
Posted by: Sylvia/Georgia | September 15, 2011 at 10:59 PM
Oh Julie, I'm not sure if I've posted a comment here before, but I have sure prayed for you and your precious boys, and have shed many tears for all of you, and now I'm about ready to shed some very happy tears for all of you because of this wonderful news! I look forward to all that you have to share in the future, and am praising God for His amazing love, care and faithfulness. God bless.
Posted by: Michelle | September 15, 2011 at 10:47 PM
Julie, so happy for you and the boys! Congratulations on your engagement! Wishing you all a great life! Big Hugs!!
Posted by: Becky Jo | September 15, 2011 at 10:08 PM
Oh Julie,I'am so happy for you,when God closes a door he always has another for us to go through,we never know what he has in mind.
Congratulations. Be Happy
All the the best
Jocelan
Posted by: Jocelan Perry | September 15, 2011 at 09:33 PM
Congratulations!! I am so happy for you all!!
Posted by: Rhonda | September 15, 2011 at 07:24 PM
Super!! Have a great new life, In AB, I hope you get a great group of ladies together for some stamping,you will be a asset to any group of stampers.
Posted by: Susan | September 15, 2011 at 06:41 PM
I am so HAPPY for you. Congratulations!!
Posted by: JodyM | September 15, 2011 at 06:35 PM
Hi Julie and CONGRATULATIONS!!! I have sent you several personal emails but I'm not sure if you are receiving them or not. I have wanted to let you know that I have felt the pain of losing a loving husband. Mine passed away within a day due to a blood clot in his lungs. What a tremendous shock that was and I thought my world was gone. I even gave up on stamping for awhile as to me-stamping is a happy time and I just couldn't find the happiness in doing so. As it happened several months later I was given a 2nd chance at love. With God's help and Match.com, my present husband and I met. We were just 2 lost souls that each found love again. I know how sad you have been,then building your life up again,then finally finding love once more! I have there EVERY step of the way cheering you on!! Take care Sweetie!! If you'd like to email me-it's petking@vcn.com Hugs Kay (Mespelt)Capps
Posted by: Kay Capps | September 15, 2011 at 06:13 PM
So glad to hear of your new lease on life: you deserve it! One door closed and a new one opened...Congrats to you all, and much happiness always.
Posted by: Evie C. | September 15, 2011 at 06:01 PM
I'm a new follower to your blog but i've been reading your past blogs as well because you are such an inspiration w/your creativity and stamping and then as I read more I realized how strong a person you must be to have gone thru what you did with your husband and your weight loss. So a big congrats on finding love again! You so deserve it!!
Lisa W
Posted by: Lisa W | September 15, 2011 at 05:31 PM
A huge congrats, Julie!! Doing a happy dance for you :) Of course, wanting more details LOL! How did you meet, especially with you being in two different provinces. Curious minds must know how God orchestrated things!!
Posted by: Marisa | September 15, 2011 at 03:56 PM
Congratulations Julie! It made me so happy to read your happy post. =) God is so amazing. Thank you for sharing your life, your faith and your beautiful craft here. You are an inspiration.
Posted by: Sara Spencer | September 15, 2011 at 03:54 PM
Congratulations! You have made my day with this wonderful news. John must be a special guy to have landed your heart and I wish you much happiness with your new life and new home. Please keep us posted!!!!
Posted by: Jacki | September 15, 2011 at 03:29 PM
I am so happy for you and your boys Julie, have a wonderful life together.
Lots of love,
Rene from OZ xo
Posted by: Rene from OZ xo | September 15, 2011 at 03:23 PM
congrats to you and the boys julie, God doesnt want for us to be alone and He knows what is best for us, Im so happy for you. All the best
Kathy
xxxoo
Posted by: Kathy McInnes | September 15, 2011 at 03:19 PM
Dear Julie
I am so happy for You that You have found someone to be happy with.
Wishing You and the Boys Love Laughter Joy and every happiness.
You are an inspiration.
This comes with Many Blessings from Joyce a stamping admirer in SA.
Posted by: Joyce | September 15, 2011 at 02:53 PM
Hi Julie,
Congratulations!!! Isn't our God Amazing?!!!
He knows our needs, and the desires of our hearts, and has a plan for our good that exceeds what we can even ask or think! I am so happy for all of you!
HAPPY HUGS!!!
Linda
Posted by: Linda L | September 15, 2011 at 02:30 PM
Hi Julie,
Your blog is always the first one that I look at each day. I've prayed with you, and cried with you since you told us of Russ' cancer. I've prayed every day for you. I've praised Him for the example of a Godly woman that you show us, your readers, and everyone you meet. And now you have me crying again - with joy for your happiness. I truly wish you all God's blessing and I praising Him still for this wonderful gift He has given you.
Hugs, Anne
Posted by: Anne | September 15, 2011 at 02:27 PM
Much good luck and happiness in your future with John and your boys. It sounds like a fresh beginning from all aspects. Keep us posted!
Posted by: Pat Jandacek | September 15, 2011 at 02:12 PM
Fantastic, Julie! God is indeed good! I know you two will be blessed because you're doing things God's way! So happy for you!!!
Posted by: Peggy Maier | September 15, 2011 at 02:07 PM
Wow, such awesome news! I am so happy that you have found someone that shares your faith and knows your heart. Best wishes to all four of you.
Posted by: Sue Prather | September 15, 2011 at 02:00 PM
Congratulations on your engagement.
You are blessed with a second love. Good luck with the moving and you all will be in my daily prayers.
Posted by: Melissa Smith | September 15, 2011 at 01:59 PM
So happy for you and the boys. :0) Can't wait to see a picture of you two together. (acutally all 4 together) :0) My God continue to shower you with love and blessings.
Posted by: Gail Johnson | September 15, 2011 at 01:40 PM
Tears of joy as I read this; I am SO happy for you & your boys!
Posted by: Diana J. | September 15, 2011 at 01:36 PM
Congratulations !! All the very best to you the boys !! Sure hope you are going to keep your blog. Hugs n' Stuff, Lynne
Posted by: Lynne Hurlburt | September 15, 2011 at 01:31 PM
Such wonderful, happy news... Congrats, I'm so happy for you all! I'm also excited to hear that you are moving to GP. Though I live in BC, I travel to GP very often, actually headed there this weekend. I'll be waiting to hear when you are moved, settled, and offering classes! ;)
Posted by: Vicki Wizniuk | September 15, 2011 at 01:18 PM
Many Congratulations! With all You have been thru You and the Boys deserve this! John, You better take care of this Wonderful Lady and her Two sweet boys. You are a lucky Man! What a great Family You all will make!!!
Make sure there are plenty of pictures of the wedding and family like in general!
Much Happiness to all four of you!
Posted by: Linda Henry | September 15, 2011 at 01:17 PM
WOW!!! So happy for you and the boys and look forward to hearing more about him and how you met...and the wedding details...all the fun stuff!
Charmaine
Posted by: Charmaine | September 15, 2011 at 01:13 PM
So Happy for you and your boys!! God Bless!
Posted by: Germaine | September 15, 2011 at 01:11 PM
Congrats to you all!!! I'm so happy for you & hope all goes well with the move.
Posted by: Rita | September 15, 2011 at 01:07 PM
Julie, I am so excited for you and the boys. I have been praying that you would find a wonderful man. I didn't expect that it would be so quick and I never even imagined that you would be moving to my city. Great news all round!
Posted by: Debmom4ca | September 15, 2011 at 12:59 PM
So very very happy for you! God is so good! Keep us up to date with your plans.
I have always loved your blog!
Posted by: Sharon J. | September 15, 2011 at 12:37 PM
So happy for you! I've been so blessed and humbled that you have been so open with us and we have shared (a small part) in your journey. You have been such an example of a godly woman. Praying for a smooth move and easy transitions for the boys and you.
Posted by: Kathy T | September 15, 2011 at 12:36 PM
So happy for you! Blessings to all of you!
Denise Turk
Posted by: Denise Turk | September 15, 2011 at 12:31 PM
Congratulations..hope the move goes smoothly for you and that the boys are okay with everything. I'm sure they are excited about what is happening and they want their mama to be happy and seeing you happy and living life, is the best gift for both of them.
God always has a plan for our lives which is so much better than we ever imagined.
Happiness always and so glad you two were led to one another.
Posted by: Dorene | September 15, 2011 at 12:25 PM
Oh wow oh wow oh wow!!!! Praise the Lord for his mercies and blessings!!! HUGE congrats to you both!!! so happy for you :) :)
Posted by: Ruth | September 15, 2011 at 11:36 AM
as a "lurker" of your blog, I want to say congrats. I was going through cancer treatment myself, when your Russ was going through it, so I have cried and prayed for strength for your family and especially your children. I think it is true that God ALWAYS gives us a second chance when we detach ourselves from what WE think should happen and put our trust in Him. I wish happiness to shower you all!
Posted by: Karen Herrmann | September 15, 2011 at 11:32 AM
Julie ~
I'm so so happy for you. You have been so brave and faithful through the last year. You deserve to be happy. I think Russ would agree. I will still look forward to reading your blog, so don't forget us.
{{{HUGS}}} Jean S
P.S. CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Posted by: Jean S | September 15, 2011 at 10:45 AM
Congratulations Julie!! Very excited for you and pray as the Lord leads you both each step of the way.
Posted by: Jennie Harper | September 15, 2011 at 10:40 AM
You will most certainly be missed around here. But congratulations and may God's many blessings continue to be pored down on you, John and the boys. Hope you don't get too stressed with all that you will need to do to make this big move. Happy journey.
Posted by: Colleen Gurgul | September 15, 2011 at 10:37 AM
Congratultaions again Julie! As I have said many times, I am so happy for you, but going to miss you SO much!! Grande Prairie is so lucky to be getting such a wonderful lady.
Posted by: Dawn | September 15, 2011 at 10:33 AM