Our Boatload of Dreams.....

Welcome to Our Place Called Simplicity.

We invite you into our lives with one goal in mind: that you would be encouraged to live simply and truly love one another.

Married for 33 years, we are the parents of many. Eleven {so far} children. Eight of whom are adopted. We also have four sons and a daughter that we are parents of in Uganda as well. They were raised on the streets and had no parents until we "adopted" them 3+ years ago. So we really have sixteen children total {with more on the way}.

After 7+ weeks in Uganda, Emma {18} and I recently returned to the United States with our newest addition - a baby girl named Ruby Grace. Dw and Emma were leading a missions team in June 2011 where they had the privilege of meeting Ruby - a tiny 11 month old gem weighing only 6 lbs.

Our oldest daughter Abigail and her husband finally{!} allowed us the privilege of being Mimi and Jaja by bringing us our very first grand baby {from Uganda}...making us now, officially, a multi-generational adoptive family. Proof that adoption is a very, very good thing!

We've had the privilege of adopting our treasures from all over the world, some dubbed "special needs" we are convinced that the only TRUE special need a child has is to have a family.

Our peers are empty nesters, but we are certain that given this option to any orphan - "old mom and dad" or "no mom and dad", all would still vote for the old ones. So here we are - the old ones....doing it again....

If you are need of encouragement or wonder if God is able to move your mountain, please head over to the sidebar where Special Posts are listed. Start at Our Wild Adventure Part 1. You will be reminded of Almighty God's deep love for the orphan and how He will move mountains on their behalf....we call Him the Miracle-Working, Mountain-Moving, Awe-Inspiring, Gasp-Giving God!! Yippee Jesus!!

I am humbled beyond words and ever so grateful that the Lord is fulfilling a promise He gave me way back in 1982..."making the barren woman to be at home - the joyful mother of children" (Psalms 113:9). How I praise His name!!

Friday, July 29, 2011

That Yellow Ribbon

That yellow ribbon is about to go up and we are heading to love on our hero-son and our precious daughter-in-love.   This was to be our big family vacation, but the situation with Karl has changed all that.  {Actually, because of Autumn working for the airlines and her flight privileges she and Karl were going to fly to meet us.}

We are leaving in a few minutes.

It has been a year since we saw Tyler.  
We must go - we miss him so much! 
It is approximately 1500 miles one way - 
 a long journey!   


Tyler's position is such that his life is continually in jeopardy while he is gone.  He is a Sarg*nt now too, so he has quite a few men under him.  

This will be the 5th time the yellow ribbon will hang on
 the old apple tree on our lane.

Please pray for traveling mercies for all of us.
For Autumn while we are gone.
And most of all for Karl to continue to heal.

I will be talking with Vicki and Autumn constantly,
so the updates will keep coming regularly,
so you all can keep praying specifically....  

24 Simply Sweet Words:

Carol said...

Praying for you Linny as you travel and continuing to hold Karl and those he holds dear in prayer as well.

Carol
Fireman's Wife Texas

Mrs C said...

We will keep praying. enjoy your time with your special son, it is so important! no guilt that you have to go and can't be split!!

x

Susan A said...

Have a safe trip, Linny, will pray for angels to be around you and your family.

The Mom said...

As a military wife myself I totally understand what you are going through! Stay strong in the knowledge that he is the best of the best and trained to do his job, well that and living in blissfull ignorance helps me! Praying for your son and the ones he leaves behind. Hooah!

Leveta said...

Praying for safe travels for all of you and for a wonderful visit with your son and his wife and continuing to pray for Karl,his family and for the doctors and nurses who care for him.
Leveta

Mr. Daddy said...

Have been praying for Karl, will be saying a prayer for safe travel. :o)

Joanne Reddell said...

Praying for all of you as you travel. Have a wonderful visit with T & S. Yes - will continue to pray for Karl, Autumn and the families. Look forward to your updates.

Love you guys!!

Chrystal said...

Praying for safe travels and a wonderful visit. Will continue to pray for Karl and Autumn and ALL the family.
Thank you for sharing with us and allowing us to pray along with you all.

Lynne said...

Oh Linny - I'm so thankful you get to go on this trip. My prayers and love go with you.......and of course - prayers for Karl are ALWAYS on my lips. I grew up in a military family, and worked on many bases....I know how important this trip is. Been around the military my entire life - no better people !!! Please hug your Hero son for me - and thank him for his dedication and sacrifices for our great country. Now - go enjoy your time. My Love xoxoxo

Michelle said...

Praying for a safe journey. Also that you can leave for your vacation with peace in your heart. I hope you enjoy this special time together as a family. I think you will be in our part of the nation, so enjoy the spectacular beauty of our area as well!!!

Grandma Becky said...

Have a safe trip to see your dear ones. Hugs to Tyler for what he does for God and USA! Continued prayers for dear one who's in hospital and recovering....prayers and good thoughts to all! Thanks for the updates!

Heckert's Highway said...

Have a wonderful trip together!! The weather here is perfect, couldn't ask for better:O) I'll be praying for Autumn and Karl while you are gone, and praying for traveling mercies and fun times! Have a great time loving on your precious Tyler and Sarah.
Many blessings!!
Jenn H

Anita said...

Will continue to confess Psalm 91 over Tyler while he is away!!!!

Scrappy quilter said...

Praying for you guys. Hugs

Lisa said...

Linny, I will be praying for your travels and so excited you will be so close!!! Can you plan a coffee get together for Blogger friends in the PNW. We could have a time of prayer for Karl, Ruby, Sarah Jane, Tyler, and the rest of your family! Please pretty please!!!! or maybe you could bring your precious family for dinner at my house on Whidbey Island!

Lisa K .- Whidbey Island

Melissa said...

Praying for you as you travel !! So glad you get to be with your son and daughter in law.

Chad Candace said...

Praying for your safe travel and a great trip! Continually praying for Karl and Autumn and the entire Hujus family.

Again...Thank you, Tyler and Sarah for your selfless service to our country. Without brave young men and women just like you, we wouldn't be where we are today!!

God Bless You All!!!!

purejoy said...

Wishing you blessings and joy as you go to visit your sweet, courageous son. Give him our love and thanks for serving us so well. Enjoy your time together and we'll keep praying for Karl!

Janet said...

Praying for travel mercies! Praying for Tyler! Thank You Tyler! Great news about Karl!How about another day of fasting and praying for Karl? Janet

Chrisann said...

Have a wonderful trip going to see Tyler and Sarah. Know that Autumn and Karl will be upheld by the arms of the Father. Love you.

Julie Hoagland said...

Have a wonderful trip and visit! I will be praying for your safety and for Autumn and Karl too!

Blessings,
Julie

The Annessa Family said...

Looking forward to hearing about your travels and praying everything goes smoothly! Prayers continue for Karl.

Brooke
www.TheAnnessaFamily.blogspot.com

thesleepyknitter said...

Will be adding your special son and his wife to our prayers for Karl and all.

Blessed Mom of Four AND More said...

Oh, Linny, your Tyler will be in our prayers. We have a prayer list at church for active military...and I will be adding him tomorrow. Our pastor regularly and faithfully remembers our military and reminds our congregation to do the same.

We have yet to send our Caleb far away. He was in CT in training for almost a year, but now is stationed so close to home. His sub was in bay for refitting when his 3 months to go out were served, so he was still close to home.

Your post brings me to tears, knowing our day will come all too soon. Yes, you HAD to go! Love on that handsome boy. Tell him this Navy mom says THANK YOU for his servant's heart!

And, I love the photo you posted of Karl and Autumn. In our prayers, ever more!!!

Robbie