Hiiii babes! Gosh, it’s been so long since I shared a little life update on what has been happening and what have we have been up to. I haven’t shared much on my stories because I wanted to do a full, long blog post instead.
Well, first things first… we are having fraternal twin girls if you missed that I am due August 18th and at my last appointment I was told I can carry them up to 37 weeks. I am planning to even go to 38 weeks regardless of if I’m uncomfortable, as long as the girls are healthy and growing. Praying about it and just giving it to Jesus. I have been feeling so good and it’s crazy how tired I get so quickly after being on my feet. It’s difficult for me to slow down but I’ve learned I need to do that more in order for my angels to be healthy. I still work a lot so when I have a moment to just sit and not do anything, I take advantage and have Surge help me. I feel so bad because I am the type that gets things done around the house and don’t mind it at all, but having Surge help with all of it has been so great. He is my rock and I honestly don’t know what I would do without him.
We are currently still in our 2 bedroom apartment and not planning to move until we find some land to build. We are in no rush but hopefully by the time the girls are walking we start the process. But like I said, no rush. We are totally content and don’t need another crazy project in our lives. HAHA! I will be fine walking up the stairs with the girls so no need to leave negative comments on how hard it will be. I am a go getter and always turn things that are a struggle and different into positive because, why live negatively? I will get the process down with God’s grace over me.
I have been getting rid of stuff left and right and am trying not to hoard. Especially with the girls coming, everyday that I have off I tackle a new project. It makes my heart so happy. Haha! Wait, why does organization and a clean home make my heart skip a beat? I AM OLD! lol
The girls room is almost done and we are planning to do a full post on their room with links to everything, so stay tuned for that. It should be up end of June, beginning of July.
Now onto the new update on our business. We opened up Harmony Asssited Living 6 months ago and it’s been a roller coaster of emotions. The good, the hard and the challenging. But through it all, I have found our strength is in Jesus because without him I DON’T KNOW HOW WE WOULD DO THIS. It’s still hard and don’t get me wrong, there are days when I want to cry and just give up but then I know how long Surge and I worked for this. Many sleepless nights, working 24/7 and giving up so much. We are so thankful. If you are new and don’t know what I am talking about, I have a post |HERE| with photos of the house and a little more details. We have 2 new residents that moved in right after we came back from our babies moon and it’s been a challenge adjusting, but we are so thankful to God. Just when I started doubting, as it took us 5 months to get more residents. Then God comes through and helps us out in the most beautiful of ways. We have all our nights pretty much covered, so I am there with Surge 1-2 days a week. We had some fall throughs with some gals that we hired, but we are working on it. I am just praying for Jesus to help up with scheduling and to send us more residents so we can fill this home up. 🙂 The girls will be here before we know it so I know Jesus will help us with finding a great team and with filling up this home. Our prayer is that everyone that walks through our front door feel the love, joy, and peace through Jesus. We were put on this earth to help and care for others and we have been blessed to be a part of this calling and season of life. I just wanted to encourage you that whatever season you’re in right now, Jesus has you. Lay all that worrying at the feet of Jesus. Pray for patience in the waiting and speak life into whatever situation you are facing. Know that through the waiting Jesus is growing you and He’s with you went step of the way. So when you want to give up, don’t because that’s the enemy trying to take hold of you. Put your foot down and tell him to leave in the name of Jesus. We serve a great King who cares so much for us!
Well, this is what has been happening and pretty much taking up all of our time. We are trying to balance it with Surge still working his tile business and me working on full-time blogging. It’s been a struggle balancing it out, but with the help of Jesus we got this. On those hard days, I look at my tummy and know this is all for these little girls and it makes me smile from ear to ear.
That’s pretty much it! We are awaiting our angels but in the meantime I need them to stay as long as they can. I will keep you all updated with any other news. I just want to say thank you guys for following along our journey and we are so excited to share more along the way. We love you guys!
xo, Alena Gidenko
Diana says
I’ve said this before, but I’ll say it again and again. I’m so inspired by your positivity throughout your pregnancy! I love that you’re always relying on Jesus and that you seem to actually mean it. More mothers need to see babies as a blessing and spread that kind of attitude. Love from Seattle ♥️
Vitaliya says
Love this! Thanks for the update! Be blessed! I know you will have. A great delivery of your baby girls! We are His children, he’s got us!
Olga says
Thank you for sharing with us!
You really inspire me!
May Jesus continue to Bless your home! You have such beautiful soul and heart!