It's hard to believe our little one is already 2 weeks old. He has been our best baby. Our other children bawled almost nonstop for the first few weeks, but this little guy just eats, sleeps, and hangs out.
With all of the new adjustments in our house, I failed to mention how fast he came.
We made it to the hospital at 6:20 a.m. and he was born at 6:58 a.m. I was only in labor about 2-1/2 hours.
I hope to post pictures of him with his eyes open.........someday soon.
Tuesday, September 26, 2006
Thursday, September 21, 2006
God protects little Sara
Sara Vargas is the daughter of our pastor, Euddy, in the D.R. She is about 10 months old.
We received word from Euddy that little Sara fell down the terrible flight of concrete steps that leads to the mission apartments. This is the same flight of steps that Regina fell down 2 times when we lived there.
Sara was in her walker and they thought the door to the flight of steps was closed after Euddy went out. The door bounced back open and Sara tried to follow her Daddy down the steps while in her walker.
Euddy said both Sara and his wife cried alot and he nearly passed out. Euddy's brother, Blenski, was there and quickly wisked Sara up and took her immediately to the army hospital. There they took x-rays of her and checked her out. Thankfully, she was okay with no broken bones. Thank God for protecting her!
We received word from Euddy that little Sara fell down the terrible flight of concrete steps that leads to the mission apartments. This is the same flight of steps that Regina fell down 2 times when we lived there.
Sara was in her walker and they thought the door to the flight of steps was closed after Euddy went out. The door bounced back open and Sara tried to follow her Daddy down the steps while in her walker.
Euddy said both Sara and his wife cried alot and he nearly passed out. Euddy's brother, Blenski, was there and quickly wisked Sara up and took her immediately to the army hospital. There they took x-rays of her and checked her out. Thankfully, she was okay with no broken bones. Thank God for protecting her!
Update on Regina's eye
Yesterday we ventured down to Lancaster to see a new physician concerning Regina's straying eye.
When we were in the D.R. over the summer, we took her to the specialist that has been treating her. However, this time he turned us over to a new doctor since he is overloaded with patients. After spending 2 hours with her, the new doctor said she would need surgery and that the problem was muscular. He wanted her to have a follow up visit while we are in the States.
We found a highly recommended pediatric eye doctor in Lancaster. We were thankful to have taken her because his opinion was different from the doctor in the D.R. He said she definitely does NOT have to have surgery and he feels we can correct her ambliopia problem. The lenses she currently has are too strong and that is why her eye is still straying even with patching.
We stopped at Walmart on the way home to order her new lenses and hopefully it will work this time. Once we have the new lenses, we will have to patch her good eye 2 hours a day which should give us the desired results of getting that eye straightened out.
I feel it was providential we took her to a doctor here even though the price was about 7 times what we pay in the D.R. Otherwise, we would have had surgery done on her in the D.R. that would have been unnecessary.
When we were in the D.R. over the summer, we took her to the specialist that has been treating her. However, this time he turned us over to a new doctor since he is overloaded with patients. After spending 2 hours with her, the new doctor said she would need surgery and that the problem was muscular. He wanted her to have a follow up visit while we are in the States.
We found a highly recommended pediatric eye doctor in Lancaster. We were thankful to have taken her because his opinion was different from the doctor in the D.R. He said she definitely does NOT have to have surgery and he feels we can correct her ambliopia problem. The lenses she currently has are too strong and that is why her eye is still straying even with patching.
We stopped at Walmart on the way home to order her new lenses and hopefully it will work this time. Once we have the new lenses, we will have to patch her good eye 2 hours a day which should give us the desired results of getting that eye straightened out.
I feel it was providential we took her to a doctor here even though the price was about 7 times what we pay in the D.R. Otherwise, we would have had surgery done on her in the D.R. that would have been unnecessary.
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
It's a boy!
He's here safe and sound.
Jonathan Paul Hoffman
Sept. 11, 2006
6:58 a.m.
7 lbs. 11 oz.
19" long
He came quite fast arriving right on Regina's birthday. She was thrilled. Now we have two "9-11" children.
You can see pictures of him on our website - www.dkhoffman.com
Jonathan Paul Hoffman
Sept. 11, 2006
6:58 a.m.
7 lbs. 11 oz.
19" long
He came quite fast arriving right on Regina's birthday. She was thrilled. Now we have two "9-11" children.
You can see pictures of him on our website - www.dkhoffman.com
Thursday, September 07, 2006
Awaiting the arrival of the new baby
These days are filled with much anticipation as we await the arrival of our little bundle. Last week I had many contractions and thought it was going to be arriving early. Things have calmed down and the little camper seems to be quite content staying inside of Mommy. My due date is one week from today, so it should be soon!
The children are excited and every night Brandon says, "I think you're going to go tonight." Tonight is full moon. Maybe it will be tonight. If not, we'll keep waiting......
The children are excited and every night Brandon says, "I think you're going to go tonight." Tonight is full moon. Maybe it will be tonight. If not, we'll keep waiting......
Thursday, August 31, 2006
"Miracle Van"
I had mentioned previously of a van being miraculously provided for us. As we searched and searched for a van to replace the one that was totaled, our attention was drawn to the Grand Caravans which would be ideal for our family for deputation. We found one that was very reasonably priced and seemed in good condition. We did not have the money to put toward it and sensed in prayer that we should not go into debt. We waited some more, continuing to borrow vehicles and try to find the mind of the Lord.
Our answer came one morning in prayer when the Lord assured us that He had a vehicle for us. It was confirmed that night when we received a phone call. The person on the other end shared with us that they heard we were looking for a van and they had one that they felt the Lord had asked them to donate to us. We were speechless. How can you say no to an offer such as that?
We made arrangements to go and see the van and it was exactly the kind we had been looking for - a 1999 Grand Caravan. What was most amazing was that the donor didn’t even know we had totaled our van and were without a vehicle. All they knew is that we were looking for one. God moved on their hearts and they obeyed.
It is in great condition and quite comfortable. We were able to get it transferred to our name just a few days before leaving for our trip to the D.R. in June. We thank the Lord many times over for His miraculous and astounding provision of this vehicle.
Our answer came one morning in prayer when the Lord assured us that He had a vehicle for us. It was confirmed that night when we received a phone call. The person on the other end shared with us that they heard we were looking for a van and they had one that they felt the Lord had asked them to donate to us. We were speechless. How can you say no to an offer such as that?
We made arrangements to go and see the van and it was exactly the kind we had been looking for - a 1999 Grand Caravan. What was most amazing was that the donor didn’t even know we had totaled our van and were without a vehicle. All they knew is that we were looking for one. God moved on their hearts and they obeyed.
It is in great condition and quite comfortable. We were able to get it transferred to our name just a few days before leaving for our trip to the D.R. in June. We thank the Lord many times over for His miraculous and astounding provision of this vehicle.
Wednesday, August 02, 2006
If you are smothering in the heat, then you are getting a feel of what we live with nearly everyday in the D.R. Some people think you get used to it, but you don't. You just learn to sweat. The difference is that instead of cooling down in September, the heat continues right through November. It cools down just a bit December through February, then it climbs back up. If we have a day in the 70's, to us it is "cool."
Being here in a normally cooler climate, I can't comprehend how we deal with it. I guess the Lord gives grace when it is necessary. I do know that on a normal day in the D.R. we sweat a lot, drink alot, and are more sluggish. Can anybody guess why we needed a break?
Here are the temperature comparisons.
August 2, 2006 4:20 p.m.
Our hometown, PA:
Temp. - 92 degrees
Feels like - 100 degrees
Dewpoint - 72
Humidity - 52%
Santo Domingo, D.R.
Temp. - 88 degrees
Feels like - 104 degrees
Dewpoint - 81
Humidity - 79%
Being here in a normally cooler climate, I can't comprehend how we deal with it. I guess the Lord gives grace when it is necessary. I do know that on a normal day in the D.R. we sweat a lot, drink alot, and are more sluggish. Can anybody guess why we needed a break?
Here are the temperature comparisons.
August 2, 2006 4:20 p.m.
Our hometown, PA:
Temp. - 92 degrees
Feels like - 100 degrees
Dewpoint - 72
Humidity - 52%
Santo Domingo, D.R.
Temp. - 88 degrees
Feels like - 104 degrees
Dewpoint - 81
Humidity - 79%
Thursday, July 27, 2006
Did you know?
Did you know that we are due to have our fourth child in just about 7 weeks? We're looking forward to having an addition to our home. Mommy is especially ready to get the addition out of her belly. The sonogram says it's a boy. Regina was disappointed that it was not going to be a little sister, but she seems to be getting used to the idea of remaining the "princess" of the family.
10 Year Anniversary
Today we celebrate being happily married for 10 years! Wow! Who can believe it?
We plan to celebrate by going tomorrow to look at home school curriculum. :-) Following that, we will be staying in a motel. We're looking forward to spending some quality time together as we reminisce the past and look forward to a happy future.
We plan to celebrate by going tomorrow to look at home school curriculum. :-) Following that, we will be staying in a motel. We're looking forward to spending some quality time together as we reminisce the past and look forward to a happy future.
Monday, July 03, 2006
Back home at last!
After being gone for 3 weeks, we spent this past week trying to catch up on the rest of life.
We had a very good trip in the D.R. and were able to get our residencies! This has come after years of invested time and money. We thank the Lord for helping us.
The church in the D.R. is doing well. Euddy is doing a super job as the pastor. Everything was clean and neat at the compound and the church was alive and well.
We spent 2 weeks at SIMO which we found very beneficial to us and helpful to our ministry. The children stayed with us in the boy's dorm and had a good time. Bro. Mowery even took them fishing in the pond. They caught more fish than Bro. Mowery and Daddy could keep up with.
Here are some photos of their prizes.
We had a very good trip in the D.R. and were able to get our residencies! This has come after years of invested time and money. We thank the Lord for helping us.
The church in the D.R. is doing well. Euddy is doing a super job as the pastor. Everything was clean and neat at the compound and the church was alive and well.
We spent 2 weeks at SIMO which we found very beneficial to us and helpful to our ministry. The children stayed with us in the boy's dorm and had a good time. Bro. Mowery even took them fishing in the pond. They caught more fish than Bro. Mowery and Daddy could keep up with.
Here are some photos of their prizes.
Monday, June 12, 2006
Kindergarten graduation
On Memorial Day, Regina graduated from Kindergarten. Since she is homeschooled, we made a gown out of a sheet and a hat from a cardboard box. The tassle was made from thread. Grandpa and Grandma Hoffman and Aunt got to participate in the outdoor ceremony. She walked up the sidewalk to the principal where he made flowery comments and gave her an invisible diploma. Cake and ice cream followed the ceremony.
We had fun in spite of a very hot and humid day. Congratulations Regina!
We had fun in spite of a very hot and humid day. Congratulations Regina!
Saturday, June 10, 2006
Trip to DR
We just got back from a 10-day trip in D.R. The Lord opened a lot of doors fast and we made plans to travel one week before our departure date.
It was a great trip. We were able to get our residency cards which are valid for 2 years. After this we just have to pay to renew them. Thank the Lord!
The Dominican church is alive and well. The people are on fire and the Lord poured out His presence on us both services last Sunday. One man prayed to get saved in the morning service. It was very encouraging to see new faces and see old ones now glowing with the presence of the Lord.
There is a lot to blog about and pictures to share, but we just got back today and Monday we leave for 2 weeks at SIMO (Summer Institute Missionary Orientation). Maybe we'll get a chance to catch up the blog somewhere in between.
It was a great trip. We were able to get our residency cards which are valid for 2 years. After this we just have to pay to renew them. Thank the Lord!
The Dominican church is alive and well. The people are on fire and the Lord poured out His presence on us both services last Sunday. One man prayed to get saved in the morning service. It was very encouraging to see new faces and see old ones now glowing with the presence of the Lord.
There is a lot to blog about and pictures to share, but we just got back today and Monday we leave for 2 weeks at SIMO (Summer Institute Missionary Orientation). Maybe we'll get a chance to catch up the blog somewhere in between.
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