Tuesday night, we had the Hospice nurse here to help Daddy because of his catheter stopping. While she was here, around 11 p.m., a good friend of mine (the same on I mentioned this week on Monday- my "sister"), called because her uncle (to whom she was very close) had died that night. He had just spent time with his family, eating supper, having dessert, and his Mom found him dead at his computer.
We spent well into the night with the family at the ER and then at their home.
Now, on Saturday, I will attend his funeral. :o( I can't believe that while we have been waiting on Daddy to go, we now will have attended (at this point) 2 funerals. (one back in December for a close family friend- also a very unexpected death).
This funeral on Saturday will be hard- of course it will be anyway- a shock, but it will be held at the funeral home where my Daddy will be. It just seems like a 'practice' of sorts. Sigh....
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Tuesday
Just a quick note... we had to call a Hospice nurse to come tonight and she is here now.... Daddy's catheter quit- had nothing in it, which means they need to come and check it out. Of course we also know that this may just be another sign of dying, as we know his kidneys will eventually shut down.
Pray for us. It will be terrible if they have to get him to the hospital. So much pain.
I am so tired... imagine how he's feeling.
Pray for us. It will be terrible if they have to get him to the hospital. So much pain.
I am so tired... imagine how he's feeling.
Monday, June 16, 2008
Monday
Grief.... plain and simple... grief.
A girl I grew up with is the nearest thing I have to a sister. (I am the youngest, the only girl- I have 3 older brothers). My "sister" came to see Daddy today (whom she considers her Dad, as he is as close to one as she had). It was rough seeing her see Daddy in this condition... she came 2 weeks ago to visit I am told, but Daddy was not as bad off as he is now. He seems to be changing daily.
I had been crying a lot before she came, but had stopped.... seeing my "sister" sobbing made me feel so strange, sort of removed from the situation. I felt so bad for her, and left the room for just a moment to get my Mama. She came and held my "sis."
You see, we all know we HAVE to face Daddy's impending death. We just don't want to. It really doesn't make it any easier to know we have to. We are all dealing with this the best we can I think.
Then, enter in guilt... I left for a couple of hours this evening thinking Daddy would be sleeping the entire time because he had been awake a LOT today (because his bath aides were here for a good long while, then my "sis" came, my inlaws were here, etc.). He was so tired and you could really tell that.
I called while we were out (went to eat with my inlaws for their anniversary), and Daddy was awake. I felt so guilty for ever leaving. Now, my parents both assured me not to feel that way, but I couldn't help it. I am home, he's sleeping. sigh.....
Please pray we all sleep tonight. Last night was not a good night at all. My Mama, my sister in law, my husband and I all were up around 3:30 helping Daddy. After everyone else went to bed, I still could not sleep, and it was after 6 a.m. I finally rested a bit. Pray.
A girl I grew up with is the nearest thing I have to a sister. (I am the youngest, the only girl- I have 3 older brothers). My "sister" came to see Daddy today (whom she considers her Dad, as he is as close to one as she had). It was rough seeing her see Daddy in this condition... she came 2 weeks ago to visit I am told, but Daddy was not as bad off as he is now. He seems to be changing daily.
I had been crying a lot before she came, but had stopped.... seeing my "sister" sobbing made me feel so strange, sort of removed from the situation. I felt so bad for her, and left the room for just a moment to get my Mama. She came and held my "sis."
You see, we all know we HAVE to face Daddy's impending death. We just don't want to. It really doesn't make it any easier to know we have to. We are all dealing with this the best we can I think.
Then, enter in guilt... I left for a couple of hours this evening thinking Daddy would be sleeping the entire time because he had been awake a LOT today (because his bath aides were here for a good long while, then my "sis" came, my inlaws were here, etc.). He was so tired and you could really tell that.
I called while we were out (went to eat with my inlaws for their anniversary), and Daddy was awake. I felt so guilty for ever leaving. Now, my parents both assured me not to feel that way, but I couldn't help it. I am home, he's sleeping. sigh.....
Please pray we all sleep tonight. Last night was not a good night at all. My Mama, my sister in law, my husband and I all were up around 3:30 helping Daddy. After everyone else went to bed, I still could not sleep, and it was after 6 a.m. I finally rested a bit. Pray.
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Sunday
This morning, I stayed home to take care of Daddy and so my Mama could go to church. Then, tonight I stayed here too, but this time, Mama stayed home as well. She wanted to be with Daddy, but not be alone either, and so I stayed. I really was feeling rough anyway, re-cuperating from the trip.
It is just so hard to see my Daddy this way, and I am still processing it all. He's jerking a lot now. The pain medicine seems to be causing him to be mixed up, mostly at night... sometimes, it's even been comical, as if to give me a smile in the midst of the sadness, the pain of losing him. I am suddenly brought back down, low as I remember why he's been silly- because of pain medicine, given to him to bring the edge off. Then, I am sad... really really sad.
It is just so hard to see my Daddy this way, and I am still processing it all. He's jerking a lot now. The pain medicine seems to be causing him to be mixed up, mostly at night... sometimes, it's even been comical, as if to give me a smile in the midst of the sadness, the pain of losing him. I am suddenly brought back down, low as I remember why he's been silly- because of pain medicine, given to him to bring the edge off. Then, I am sad... really really sad.
Here- Yesterday's Post
I will post again tonight, but here is yesterday's post.... I typed out just a short note and hit post, but it came up with an error message, so no... I didn't miss, just some blogger glitch...
Saturday- Here in Florida.... "We're here, exhausted, but here. Daddy is just not looking good. I can't even process it all yet. Please pray."
Not much more to say, but that I will post tonight when I get the chance. I am staying home with Daddy this morning so Mama can go to church.
Saturday- Here in Florida.... "We're here, exhausted, but here. Daddy is just not looking good. I can't even process it all yet. Please pray."
Not much more to say, but that I will post tonight when I get the chance. I am staying home with Daddy this morning so Mama can go to church.
Friday, June 13, 2008
Friday- Georgia
Tonight, we made it to Perry, Georgia. For those of you who are not up on Georgia geography, it's a little over 100 miles south of Atlanta, and just 31 miles south of Macon. That puts us 333 miles from our home town, or about 5 hours.
We are exhausted! SO, tomorrow, we are going to just sleep and not worry about leaving really early from here. We are planning it so we can stop by a Wal-mart on the way in, and then we are going to meet my inlaws for supper at Cracker Barrel. This will be our Father's Day time with my father-in-law, and also, after that, I don't plan to leave my parents home much. I do have a planned shopping trip with my Mama, because she has asked me to carry her one morning, but only for a couple of hours or so.
Please continue praying. I am so tired emotionally and it's only begun of course. Daddy's hospice nurse told my Mama to call them with any change whatsoever at this point, because the nurse has noticed changes since 2 days ago. The nurse will be back on Monday, but she said if anything changes at all before then, to call Hospice.
I will try posting tomorrow night from my parents home. Of course I can't promise that since I don't know what will happen tomorrow... I don't know what to expect when I see Daddy... well, I do, from what I've been told, but it scares me. It really scares me.
We are exhausted! SO, tomorrow, we are going to just sleep and not worry about leaving really early from here. We are planning it so we can stop by a Wal-mart on the way in, and then we are going to meet my inlaws for supper at Cracker Barrel. This will be our Father's Day time with my father-in-law, and also, after that, I don't plan to leave my parents home much. I do have a planned shopping trip with my Mama, because she has asked me to carry her one morning, but only for a couple of hours or so.
Please continue praying. I am so tired emotionally and it's only begun of course. Daddy's hospice nurse told my Mama to call them with any change whatsoever at this point, because the nurse has noticed changes since 2 days ago. The nurse will be back on Monday, but she said if anything changes at all before then, to call Hospice.
I will try posting tomorrow night from my parents home. Of course I can't promise that since I don't know what will happen tomorrow... I don't know what to expect when I see Daddy... well, I do, from what I've been told, but it scares me. It really scares me.
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Glad to be safely in a room...
As I posted last night, we planned to get up and leave by 2 a.m. this morning. God had other plans! We absolutely could not sleep, and turned the t.v. on, only to find that the Cities were under a tornado watch, and much of the area where we would soon be traveling. We then decided to re-set the alarm for 2:30 and leave by 3, but still couldn't sleep. So then we said, "let's just get up and go now" and then all of a sudden, "BOOM!" Thunder and lightning ensued. So, leaving the alarm set for 2:30 we proceeded to try to get some sleep.
The storm continued and we hit the snooze button when 2:30 rolled around and fell asleep. Glenn woke up at 4:40 and off we were at a little after 6 this morning!
We drove through some terribly flooded areas (well, we could see tractors out in water, where obviously crops have been destroyed.). I was driving as a terrible storm started and seemed to go on for ages. That set us back even further.
All that to say.... we made it to Paducah, Kentucky (farther than we planned) tonight. We got here around 9:30 p.m. and first thing, we began the baths... didn't matter it was late for the kids... we all needed to shower the road off. lol
This is certainly going to be an emotional trip... I can feel that the closer we get. In talking to my Mama and my sister-in-law, they are happy we are on our way.
Continue praying for us... I'll try writing again tomorrow night- we'll be in Georgia somewhere.
The storm continued and we hit the snooze button when 2:30 rolled around and fell asleep. Glenn woke up at 4:40 and off we were at a little after 6 this morning!
We drove through some terribly flooded areas (well, we could see tractors out in water, where obviously crops have been destroyed.). I was driving as a terrible storm started and seemed to go on for ages. That set us back even further.
All that to say.... we made it to Paducah, Kentucky (farther than we planned) tonight. We got here around 9:30 p.m. and first thing, we began the baths... didn't matter it was late for the kids... we all needed to shower the road off. lol
This is certainly going to be an emotional trip... I can feel that the closer we get. In talking to my Mama and my sister-in-law, they are happy we are on our way.
Continue praying for us... I'll try writing again tomorrow night- we'll be in Georgia somewhere.
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Yes I should sleep...
We are going to sleep for a little while (soon) and get up and head out- hoping by 2 a.m. I will post again tomorrow evening from the motel (AS LONG AS I can get a good wi-fi connection).
Please pray for us... I told my Mama and my sister-in-law tonight, but not my Daddy. He knows we will be there by Tuesday... we will surprise him Saturday night.
Pray for our trip, and for the van, etc. etc. Thanks!
Please pray for us... I told my Mama and my sister-in-law tonight, but not my Daddy. He knows we will be there by Tuesday... we will surprise him Saturday night.
Pray for our trip, and for the van, etc. etc. Thanks!
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
We're going....
Thanks to those who have posted, emailed and to the rest of you who I know are reading (or at least I may not know who you are, but I know there are quite a few who read). Thanks for the prayers.
We spent today deciding to go this coming Sunday, following church. THEN, later in the day Glenn suddenly asked what did I think of us going tomorrow night after church? That depends on him getting a preacher we know to fill in for him. So, pray about all that. He will call tomorrow (we were gone the majority of the day today).
IF we do leave tomorrow (well, actually early early Thursday morning- middle of the night)... we will make it to my parents house by Saturday night late, putting us there for Father's Day. I had really wanted to be there for Father's Day, but didn't think it possible, and so did not say.
We also got word tonight from a Pastor that his church is sending us an offering towards this trip. What a blessing! That seemed to be further confirmation to us to go on this week instead of the following Sunday.
I have struggled so much with when to go- you see, for me, I could easily keep staying here and NOT go until we get THE call... I dread the day we leave to come back home to Minnesota. I remember how it was in January. You can read a little about that here http://minnesota-mama.blogspot.com/2008/01/on-our-way-home.html#links .
I just don't want to be the one that had the chance (God is seemingly making a way financially) and didn't go. I would regret that big time!
Pray for us. Of course we will take the lap top whenever we do go, and I will try updating from the motel each night. I will try to remember to post when we have definitely decided on when we are leaving.
We spent today deciding to go this coming Sunday, following church. THEN, later in the day Glenn suddenly asked what did I think of us going tomorrow night after church? That depends on him getting a preacher we know to fill in for him. So, pray about all that. He will call tomorrow (we were gone the majority of the day today).
IF we do leave tomorrow (well, actually early early Thursday morning- middle of the night)... we will make it to my parents house by Saturday night late, putting us there for Father's Day. I had really wanted to be there for Father's Day, but didn't think it possible, and so did not say.
We also got word tonight from a Pastor that his church is sending us an offering towards this trip. What a blessing! That seemed to be further confirmation to us to go on this week instead of the following Sunday.
I have struggled so much with when to go- you see, for me, I could easily keep staying here and NOT go until we get THE call... I dread the day we leave to come back home to Minnesota. I remember how it was in January. You can read a little about that here http://minnesota-mama.blogspot.com/2008/01/on-our-way-home.html#links .
I just don't want to be the one that had the chance (God is seemingly making a way financially) and didn't go. I would regret that big time!
Pray for us. Of course we will take the lap top whenever we do go, and I will try updating from the motel each night. I will try to remember to post when we have definitely decided on when we are leaving.
Monday
Monday was an emotional day. We spent most of the afternoon talking about when we will go to Florida- when the best time is... we haven't been "called in" so to speak, but we feel the need to get there and see Daddy for a few days. When we go, we will travel by vehicle, and because of the time it takes to get "to and fro", we will only have an actual 8 days or so there. That seems so little. We would much prefer two weeks there, but it's the way it has to be. We know at some point in the coming weeks, we will be called in that "this is it", and so, now we will go spend a few precious days with Daddy.
To be honest, none of us thought he would be here this long. When I left Florida in January (after spending 2 months there), I thought he would be gone by end of February, first of March. Here it is June. Grief is so real right now and I just feel this need to get there.
He's weak, he's tired, he's hard to understand on the phone now and I am told that's the way he is in person too.
I already dread the leaving him again, but I also don't want to be the person who could have been there, but didn't go just because I don't want to deal with seeing him like this.
Pray for us... we have some major decisions to make about when to go. It came down to money, and we have some set back for "THE" trip, and then today... we found a way to get a major portion for a visit trip. Pray for us... we still need more, but if God wants us to go, He'll supply.
With tears....
To be honest, none of us thought he would be here this long. When I left Florida in January (after spending 2 months there), I thought he would be gone by end of February, first of March. Here it is June. Grief is so real right now and I just feel this need to get there.
He's weak, he's tired, he's hard to understand on the phone now and I am told that's the way he is in person too.
I already dread the leaving him again, but I also don't want to be the person who could have been there, but didn't go just because I don't want to deal with seeing him like this.
Pray for us... we have some major decisions to make about when to go. It came down to money, and we have some set back for "THE" trip, and then today... we found a way to get a major portion for a visit trip. Pray for us... we still need more, but if God wants us to go, He'll supply.
With tears....
Sunday, June 08, 2008
Sunday
Yes, I'm writing "early" (10:30 p.m. here) again! What's happening with me?! ha
We've had a really good day. Church was good.
Tonight, we have a girl from church having a sleep-over with Cala. It will surely be all giggles and little sleep ! I am happy for Cala to have a friend like this. It makes me remember my childhood.
Pray for Daddy. He is in a lot of pain... he's not sounding good at all the past several days. Of course this makes my heart sad.
We've had a really good day. Church was good.
Tonight, we have a girl from church having a sleep-over with Cala. It will surely be all giggles and little sleep ! I am happy for Cala to have a friend like this. It makes me remember my childhood.
Pray for Daddy. He is in a lot of pain... he's not sounding good at all the past several days. Of course this makes my heart sad.
Saturday, June 07, 2008
A nice Saturday
Praise the Lord, the rain never came! We had a good party today!
This morning, we had 16 kids present and 3 of us workers. That really is good for our first time doing this... now we wait to see how Tuesday will go! We also know of 4 other kids here in our neighborhood that were out of town today but want to be here Tuesday... the lady in our church also knows of a couple of other kids that were out of town but plan to be here Tuesday. We pray so!
Everything went well and we now look forward to seeing what will happen this summer with our Backyard Bible Club!
This morning, we had 16 kids present and 3 of us workers. That really is good for our first time doing this... now we wait to see how Tuesday will go! We also know of 4 other kids here in our neighborhood that were out of town today but want to be here Tuesday... the lady in our church also knows of a couple of other kids that were out of town but plan to be here Tuesday. We pray so!
Everything went well and we now look forward to seeing what will happen this summer with our Backyard Bible Club!
Friday, June 06, 2008
Friday- Day ?
I will have to go back and figure out what day I am on of 75 days of blogging :o) I am enjoying it... hope I'm not too dreadful boring! ha
I also thought I would shock you who read by posting this earlier tonight! How 'bout that?!
Today was one of those days where time seemed to get away from me... just went too quickly. A lady from church came over right before 1:00 this afternoon to go over our plans for tomorrow- we are hosting a (backyard) "end of the school year" party for kids. We are very excited, and praying that the weather will cooperate tomorrow! (it's looking "iffy" right now). However, we have other ideas, a back-up plan in case we have to take things inside our garage.
Some of our neighborhood kids have already said they are coming, and so we are looking forward to that.
The folks from church invited Cala to go swimming with them this afternoon, so she had a blast. Once she got back home, we all went to Wal-mart to buy some things we need for tomorrow, and for church on Sunday. We enjoyed our time together.
I am tired now, hurting lots, but looking forward to tomorrow and Sunday!
I also thought I would shock you who read by posting this earlier tonight! How 'bout that?!
Today was one of those days where time seemed to get away from me... just went too quickly. A lady from church came over right before 1:00 this afternoon to go over our plans for tomorrow- we are hosting a (backyard) "end of the school year" party for kids. We are very excited, and praying that the weather will cooperate tomorrow! (it's looking "iffy" right now). However, we have other ideas, a back-up plan in case we have to take things inside our garage.
Some of our neighborhood kids have already said they are coming, and so we are looking forward to that.
The folks from church invited Cala to go swimming with them this afternoon, so she had a blast. Once she got back home, we all went to Wal-mart to buy some things we need for tomorrow, and for church on Sunday. We enjoyed our time together.
I am tired now, hurting lots, but looking forward to tomorrow and Sunday!
Thursday, a wonderful day....
Today (Thursday) was one of those days you wish could last a lot longer! We first left this morning and headed to a nearby city where Ethan had a therapy session. (well, actually this first one was talking to Glenn and me about Ethan). I am quite confident this therapist will be able to help Ethan and to help us help him.
We had planned a nice lunch out together but because we were mistaken on the time for my appointment, we had to have Glenn take the kids to eat while I waited. I missed out on my favorite pizza buffet that we so rarely get, but hey! That's life.
I really liked my therapist as well and think it will be good for me to see her about the grief I am facing, etc. I am glad I decided to go.
After all that was over, we really really enjoyed our time as a family! We went to a few stores we were all interested in, and ate supper together. We got back home right around 9 p.m.!!!!
One of the highlights of the day was introducing the kids to Pop Rocks! You know that candy that as popular when I was a kid? (in the 70's.) The expressions on the kids' faces were priceless! Got to love hearing Pop Rocks explode in your mouth!
Yep, it was a wonderful day.... Cala didn't disappoint... she was heard saying her typical thing for days like this, "this is the best day ever!" :o)
We had planned a nice lunch out together but because we were mistaken on the time for my appointment, we had to have Glenn take the kids to eat while I waited. I missed out on my favorite pizza buffet that we so rarely get, but hey! That's life.
I really liked my therapist as well and think it will be good for me to see her about the grief I am facing, etc. I am glad I decided to go.
After all that was over, we really really enjoyed our time as a family! We went to a few stores we were all interested in, and ate supper together. We got back home right around 9 p.m.!!!!
One of the highlights of the day was introducing the kids to Pop Rocks! You know that candy that as popular when I was a kid? (in the 70's.) The expressions on the kids' faces were priceless! Got to love hearing Pop Rocks explode in your mouth!
Yep, it was a wonderful day.... Cala didn't disappoint... she was heard saying her typical thing for days like this, "this is the best day ever!" :o)
Thursday, June 05, 2008
Wednesday
Today (Wednesday) turned out to be a very nice day. Emotionally, I have just been feeling way down low. I know that will be the "norm" for awhile, but I sure wish it weren't so. Of course I wish this whole nightmare was just that- a nightmare.
Anyway... a lady in our church had invited Cala over to do a craft with her and some other girls (her daughter has become Cala's good friend). This morning, the lady called asking if the boys could come too! Her boys would like them to come over. What a nice treat that was for them! My boys were extremely excited to spend time with these older boys (like big brothers).
This gave Glenn and I time alone which just doesn't happen. It was wonderful! We went out to eat lunch and took care of some things in town. What a blessing!
Then tonight, Glenn preached on prayer and used the word as an acronym.
P- praise R- repentance A-adversity Y-yearning E-expectation R- rejoicing. I must say it hit home.
Tomorrow, we will be gone most of the day. We are taking Ethan to a therapist- more on that later, as well as I am going to speak with one about grief. I think I need it. Yes, they are Christian counselors, highly recommended and praise the Lord, they take our insurance! Zero out of pocket.
Anyway... a lady in our church had invited Cala over to do a craft with her and some other girls (her daughter has become Cala's good friend). This morning, the lady called asking if the boys could come too! Her boys would like them to come over. What a nice treat that was for them! My boys were extremely excited to spend time with these older boys (like big brothers).
This gave Glenn and I time alone which just doesn't happen. It was wonderful! We went out to eat lunch and took care of some things in town. What a blessing!
Then tonight, Glenn preached on prayer and used the word as an acronym.
P- praise R- repentance A-adversity Y-yearning E-expectation R- rejoicing. I must say it hit home.
Tomorrow, we will be gone most of the day. We are taking Ethan to a therapist- more on that later, as well as I am going to speak with one about grief. I think I need it. Yes, they are Christian counselors, highly recommended and praise the Lord, they take our insurance! Zero out of pocket.
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Tuesday
Woke up in the middle of the night with an upset stomach... at first, I thought it was due to my fibromyalgia and/or whatever else I have wrong with me. Then I thought perhaps it was just the stress. However, when I woke up for the night, Glenn said he too had been up (about 2 hours after I had) with the same symptoms. I am thinking it was a bad chicken sandwich we ate for supper last night! ugghh. We are both better tonight, but not 100 percent.
Cala had her last day of school today. She really likes school and is sad to lose these classmates (all but one)... however, she is excited about being able to be outside so much more now! I am happy to have her home too! We have a lot of fun together!
Daddy had another difficult day. Please pray for my Mama and the stress she is under.
Cala had her last day of school today. She really likes school and is sad to lose these classmates (all but one)... however, she is excited about being able to be outside so much more now! I am happy to have her home too! We have a lot of fun together!
Daddy had another difficult day. Please pray for my Mama and the stress she is under.
Monday
I'm sad tonight, just so very sad.... my Daddy has had a rough day.
Please pray for me (and for my family).
Please pray for me (and for my family).
Sunday, June 01, 2008
Sunday
Today was a good day. I enjoyed teaching my Sunday School class on Amos, and being famous in God's eyes- Amos said he was neither a prophet, nor a prophet's son when God called him to do something for Him. The kids enjoyed the lesson (or was it that it included "Famous Amos" cookies? ha). Seriously, we had a good class, good worship service, as well as tonight. We have fellowship ("Sandwich Sunday") every Sunday night and enjoy that.
This week, Cala has her last day of school on Tuesday. She's sad at losing her classmates. I know she's happy though at being outside this summer. The neighborhood is buzzing with kids playing :o)
Looking forward to seeing what this week brings!
This week, Cala has her last day of school on Tuesday. She's sad at losing her classmates. I know she's happy though at being outside this summer. The neighborhood is buzzing with kids playing :o)
Looking forward to seeing what this week brings!
Those who read this and are from the "adoption community", well, you will completely understand this post....
Note to person who used the words, "real Mama" when speaking of my oldest son's birth mother, well... I realize this person would never dream of hurting me.... this person also doesn't read my blog, so really why am I writing this post?! I guess to safely vent somewhere. (hey! It's my blog after all, guess I can post what I want!).
It's just... if "real Mama" is the way we describe her, what am I? Fake Mama? I don't feel fake. I feel very real. Admittedly, I could stand to lose a lot of weight, but uh... I LOOK very real... I don't think I look fake.
Ok... enough said... you may go back to your regularly scheduled broadcasting.
Real Mama here, out........ :o)
Note to person who used the words, "real Mama" when speaking of my oldest son's birth mother, well... I realize this person would never dream of hurting me.... this person also doesn't read my blog, so really why am I writing this post?! I guess to safely vent somewhere. (hey! It's my blog after all, guess I can post what I want!).
It's just... if "real Mama" is the way we describe her, what am I? Fake Mama? I don't feel fake. I feel very real. Admittedly, I could stand to lose a lot of weight, but uh... I LOOK very real... I don't think I look fake.
Ok... enough said... you may go back to your regularly scheduled broadcasting.
Real Mama here, out........ :o)
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Friday
Cala had her well child check-up... all is well. In fact, they said she can see so well, she can see things that most folks can't! ha She is still tiny... 10th percentile only for her weight, and 25th for height, but she's healthy. No complaints there....
As for me, my blood work came back negative, so that's a bit perplexing. There was a blood test run that showed lots of inflammation and so the next step is this: I will go back in 2 to 4 weeks and have my blood re-tested. After that, they will see if the inflammation is down any... and the next step at that point is a rheumatologist (which I think is a wise choice). SO, no real answers yet, but at least we are slowly plodding along.
As for me, my blood work came back negative, so that's a bit perplexing. There was a blood test run that showed lots of inflammation and so the next step is this: I will go back in 2 to 4 weeks and have my blood re-tested. After that, they will see if the inflammation is down any... and the next step at that point is a rheumatologist (which I think is a wise choice). SO, no real answers yet, but at least we are slowly plodding along.
Thursday, May 29, 2008
All About School....
Today I went to meet with Ethan's pre-school (which ended yesterday) teacher. Ethan was in ECSE this year (and last), which stands for Early Childhood Special Education. He is definitely developmentally delayed, which stems from his early life in an orphanage. Today was an end of the year assessment to just let me know how things stood with him.
I also got to meet his Special Ed. teacher for Kindergarten. She seems really nice, and I am grateful for this school district. Unfortunately, they don't yet know who his Kindergarten (main) teacher will be, but obviously I'll know that by fall!
Cala got to go over to 3rd grade and meet her teacher for the fall, as well as her classmates. She was disappointed that only one boy from her current class will be with her next year. (at least he's been her friend since last year so that helps). She also got it in her head that she wanted a certain teacher and was sad that this is not going to be hers. The reason was, a girl in her class was saying how she hoped she got this certain teacher because her sister had the teacher for 3rd grade and really had fun. SO, there was Cala hoping for him too! HA I explained that for all she knew she wouldn't like him, and that Mrs. ____ will probably be fun too!
Remember I said she was sad because only one boy from her class will be with her? She said, "I don't know anybody in that class." THEN, about 3 hours later she starts telling me of 3 girls from her Brownies troop that will be in her class, AS WELL as a girl that lives behind us!!!! (Cala doesn't know the girl behind us well, but this will give them that chance!). Got to love this girl and her leaving out the details part. I think she'll actually get to 3rd grade and be happy.
In other news: it's been storming and after the tornado sirens went off on Sunday, the kids are a bit nervous at the sound of thunder now. ugghhh Hoping for clear skies soon.
I also got to meet his Special Ed. teacher for Kindergarten. She seems really nice, and I am grateful for this school district. Unfortunately, they don't yet know who his Kindergarten (main) teacher will be, but obviously I'll know that by fall!
Cala got to go over to 3rd grade and meet her teacher for the fall, as well as her classmates. She was disappointed that only one boy from her current class will be with her next year. (at least he's been her friend since last year so that helps). She also got it in her head that she wanted a certain teacher and was sad that this is not going to be hers. The reason was, a girl in her class was saying how she hoped she got this certain teacher because her sister had the teacher for 3rd grade and really had fun. SO, there was Cala hoping for him too! HA I explained that for all she knew she wouldn't like him, and that Mrs. ____ will probably be fun too!
Remember I said she was sad because only one boy from her class will be with her? She said, "I don't know anybody in that class." THEN, about 3 hours later she starts telling me of 3 girls from her Brownies troop that will be in her class, AS WELL as a girl that lives behind us!!!! (Cala doesn't know the girl behind us well, but this will give them that chance!). Got to love this girl and her leaving out the details part. I think she'll actually get to 3rd grade and be happy.
In other news: it's been storming and after the tornado sirens went off on Sunday, the kids are a bit nervous at the sound of thunder now. ugghhh Hoping for clear skies soon.
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Pray for this hurting family...
Back at the end of April, I asked prayer for a family- the lead singer of the contemporary Christian group, Selah. If you will recall, they had a baby girl, Audrey Caroline that lived two precious hours (after not being expected to live at all.)
Please go to Angie's blog to read the latest tragedy to strike this family : http://audreycaroline.blogspot.com There are no words at a time like this, just prayer.
Please go to Angie's blog to read the latest tragedy to strike this family : http://audreycaroline.blogspot.com There are no words at a time like this, just prayer.
Tuesday
Glenn had a good birthday! It really was a nice day, and I am glad it went so well. While Cala and Ethan were gone to school, Glenn, Seth and I enjoyed an afternoon in a nearby city. Once they came home, we continued our celebration together and really did have a good time.
I must say I am happy that tomorrow (Wednesday) holds little for me to do... well, I say little... I have a lot to do in the house as Wednesday evening church service is here, but that won't take too long.
Rambling here, so off I go....
I must say I am happy that tomorrow (Wednesday) holds little for me to do... well, I say little... I have a lot to do in the house as Wednesday evening church service is here, but that won't take too long.
Rambling here, so off I go....
Monday, May 26, 2008
Monday- Memorial Day
Cala and I spent the afternoon, and into the evening, out looking for Glenn's birthday gift- for tomorrow. I can't tell what we were looking for, because we never found it! So why can't I tell? Because I am planning to keep searching and get it for Father's Day. I'll have better luck finding the unsaid item in a bigger city when we go there.
Anyway, we ended up buying Glenn something he had mentioned he would like- funny that I actually remembered since it's been probably a year now! ha We gave it to him tonight, and he indeed was happy. His birthday is tomorrow and so when Cala and Ethan are at school, we are heading out for the day, with Seth.
Ethan will be gone from early morning to the Children's Museum in St. Paul! It's his school's end of the year field trip. He is so excited! Cala and I picked him up a lunch at Wal-mart (a box with sandwich, apple, cheese stick, animal crackers and juice box all for $2.50). Ethan was quick tonight to holler out from bed, "Mama! Did someone put my lunch in the refrigerator? Did my name get put on it?" So cute.
While we were out today, I mentioned to Cala that I needed to at some point this week, come to the hospital and get my blood drawn. Cala convinced me to do so today. From the time we went in until we went out, was no more than 15 minutes. As we were walking out, I told Cala, "thanks girl for convincing me to go ahead and stop. Now it's over with." She responded, "You're welcome, Mama. You really should listen to me and not yourself about these things!" ha
AND thanks for the prayers! This lab tech found a vein right off. I am thankful for that!
All in all, a good day. Tomorrow should be nice! I am looking forward to Glenn having a good birthday!
Anyway, we ended up buying Glenn something he had mentioned he would like- funny that I actually remembered since it's been probably a year now! ha We gave it to him tonight, and he indeed was happy. His birthday is tomorrow and so when Cala and Ethan are at school, we are heading out for the day, with Seth.
Ethan will be gone from early morning to the Children's Museum in St. Paul! It's his school's end of the year field trip. He is so excited! Cala and I picked him up a lunch at Wal-mart (a box with sandwich, apple, cheese stick, animal crackers and juice box all for $2.50). Ethan was quick tonight to holler out from bed, "Mama! Did someone put my lunch in the refrigerator? Did my name get put on it?" So cute.
While we were out today, I mentioned to Cala that I needed to at some point this week, come to the hospital and get my blood drawn. Cala convinced me to do so today. From the time we went in until we went out, was no more than 15 minutes. As we were walking out, I told Cala, "thanks girl for convincing me to go ahead and stop. Now it's over with." She responded, "You're welcome, Mama. You really should listen to me and not yourself about these things!" ha
AND thanks for the prayers! This lab tech found a vein right off. I am thankful for that!
All in all, a good day. Tomorrow should be nice! I am looking forward to Glenn having a good birthday!
Sunday, May 25, 2008
Should have been Saturday's post...
So now I just remembered there was no Saturday post....that is due to the storming last night....
This would have been the post:
Today went well. We had a cook-out (or as they say here, "barbecue") for Glenn. There were 14 total folks and we all had a good time. Well, that was until our neighbor girl hurt herself. Her Mom took her home and we told her we would bring the other two kids with us. All went really well following that, until... right at the end, I had just said, "five more minutes" when wham....one boy got hurt on the see-saw (or as they say here, "teeter totter"). He's alright, nothing some motrin and his parent's hugs couldn't fix.
Seriously, Glenn enjoyed the cook-out and everyone else did too really. The kids loved being able to run and play and I enjoyed the minimal clean up. Glenn was blessed with some nice gifts!
Once we got home, we rested awhile before the storm started and therefore, I was not able to get online. Sorry 'bout that!
***READ the post below for Sunday's post: God's Protection!***
This would have been the post:
Today went well. We had a cook-out (or as they say here, "barbecue") for Glenn. There were 14 total folks and we all had a good time. Well, that was until our neighbor girl hurt herself. Her Mom took her home and we told her we would bring the other two kids with us. All went really well following that, until... right at the end, I had just said, "five more minutes" when wham....one boy got hurt on the see-saw (or as they say here, "teeter totter"). He's alright, nothing some motrin and his parent's hugs couldn't fix.
Seriously, Glenn enjoyed the cook-out and everyone else did too really. The kids loved being able to run and play and I enjoyed the minimal clean up. Glenn was blessed with some nice gifts!
Once we got home, we rested awhile before the storm started and therefore, I was not able to get online. Sorry 'bout that!
***READ the post below for Sunday's post: God's Protection!***
God's Protection
Last night, there was some bad thundering and lightning. Because of that, we allowed the kids to camp out in the family room close to where our bedroom is. This kept them from getting too scared.
This afternoon, while we were all napping, the tornado siren went off. Keep in mind, at this time of year, the siren is tested each week, but always on the same day and same time. Glenn and I had been keeping a check on the tv weather and knew it was bad. We turned the tv off and tried to get some rest. Just about that time, the siren goes off. We jumped up, Cala comes knocking at the door, asking me if it's real. I responded, "yes, honey this is real." She immediately began crying but I calmed her down really quickly by reminding her how we had talked about this before and knew what to do, right? She went into action mode then, and we all sat down down right outside our bedroom in our "safe place" with a mattress blocking off an "entryway". A funny thing is Seth would have slept right through it if we had let him. Of course, Glenn went to get him and put him with the rest of us.
We sat there, calming the kids down, talking about how God was with us. Then Seth, awake by this point says, "I'll go get my costume (he oftens plays Batman) and go punch that tornado and kill it." That got Cala laughing and she proceeded to ask Ethan (who plays the part of Superman) if he would help him. It wasn't long before the siren stopped and we all went about our afternoon, preparing for Sunday night service.
We are glad for God's protection... 60 miles from us, 20 people are missing and a 2 year old child has died. Thank you Lord for your mercy!
This afternoon, while we were all napping, the tornado siren went off. Keep in mind, at this time of year, the siren is tested each week, but always on the same day and same time. Glenn and I had been keeping a check on the tv weather and knew it was bad. We turned the tv off and tried to get some rest. Just about that time, the siren goes off. We jumped up, Cala comes knocking at the door, asking me if it's real. I responded, "yes, honey this is real." She immediately began crying but I calmed her down really quickly by reminding her how we had talked about this before and knew what to do, right? She went into action mode then, and we all sat down down right outside our bedroom in our "safe place" with a mattress blocking off an "entryway". A funny thing is Seth would have slept right through it if we had let him. Of course, Glenn went to get him and put him with the rest of us.
We sat there, calming the kids down, talking about how God was with us. Then Seth, awake by this point says, "I'll go get my costume (he oftens plays Batman) and go punch that tornado and kill it." That got Cala laughing and she proceeded to ask Ethan (who plays the part of Superman) if he would help him. It wasn't long before the siren stopped and we all went about our afternoon, preparing for Sunday night service.
We are glad for God's protection... 60 miles from us, 20 people are missing and a 2 year old child has died. Thank you Lord for your mercy!
Friday, May 23, 2008
Friday
We took both boys to the doctor for their well child check-ups.... both are doing well :o)
They attempted today to take more blood from me, but to no avail. I have always had trouble getting my blood drawn- can't seem to find my veins. Ouch for me! I am being sent next week to a hospital to have them try.
Time for our weekly family night! Looking forward to it.
They attempted today to take more blood from me, but to no avail. I have always had trouble getting my blood drawn- can't seem to find my veins. Ouch for me! I am being sent next week to a hospital to have them try.
Time for our weekly family night! Looking forward to it.
I spent today (Thursday) thinking it was Friday! I hate when that happens, but honestly I have been like a day ahead in my mind, most of the week!
I spent most of the afternoon at Target and Wal-mart, getting a few groceries.
I also talked to my Mama. She turned 75 today. I miss her.
I am also very sad for Steven Curtis Chapman and his family. To read about the tragedy that has struck their family, go to: http://stevencurtischapman.com/ Please pray for them. I can't begin to imagine.
I spent most of the afternoon at Target and Wal-mart, getting a few groceries.
I also talked to my Mama. She turned 75 today. I miss her.
I am also very sad for Steven Curtis Chapman and his family. To read about the tragedy that has struck their family, go to: http://stevencurtischapman.com/ Please pray for them. I can't begin to imagine.
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Wednesday
I typed out Wednesday and it just looks so weird?! ha.... anyway, I wanted to post some pictures tonight but for some reason, I can't get my picture thing on then computer to work... so, hopefully, we'll get those up tomorrow night.
The pictures are of Cala at her track and field day this morning. We had to be at the school at 8:30 and it lasted a little over an hour. Following that, we cleaned out the van, then I took a short nap. This afternoon, I attended a tour of a vet's office with Cala's Brownies (girl scouts) troop. That was interesting! One girl when the doctor mentioned the word "urinate" asked, "what's urinate mean in English?!" HA Haaaaaaaa Got to love children! (she's 8 or so).
While Glenn was at the doctor's office today, they told him that his wife (that would be me), needs to have more blood work done.. and so, Friday, when we take the boys in for their well child check-ups, I will once again get poked! Hopefully, they will have some results back soon!
Catch you tomorrow.
The pictures are of Cala at her track and field day this morning. We had to be at the school at 8:30 and it lasted a little over an hour. Following that, we cleaned out the van, then I took a short nap. This afternoon, I attended a tour of a vet's office with Cala's Brownies (girl scouts) troop. That was interesting! One girl when the doctor mentioned the word "urinate" asked, "what's urinate mean in English?!" HA Haaaaaaaa Got to love children! (she's 8 or so).
While Glenn was at the doctor's office today, they told him that his wife (that would be me), needs to have more blood work done.. and so, Friday, when we take the boys in for their well child check-ups, I will once again get poked! Hopefully, they will have some results back soon!
Catch you tomorrow.
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Tuesday
I am very tired... today (Tuesday), I went with Seth to his last bi-monthly parent/child class for the 2 year olds. (and 3's with a birthday like his- after the Sept. 1 cut off). We will attend next year's 3's class same time and day. We had an ice cream party... Seth loved it.
Then this afternoon, I went to the doctor... she is testing me for all sorts of things, and I hopefully will hear back on some of the blood work this Friday. (if not then, then by Tuesday since Monday is a holiday). I am just glad to have taken at least this baby step towards getting me the proper diagnosis.
She told me to get lots of sleep. I was told that years ago by another doctor. We'll see how it goes.
Then this afternoon, I went to the doctor... she is testing me for all sorts of things, and I hopefully will hear back on some of the blood work this Friday. (if not then, then by Tuesday since Monday is a holiday). I am just glad to have taken at least this baby step towards getting me the proper diagnosis.
She told me to get lots of sleep. I was told that years ago by another doctor. We'll see how it goes.
Monday, May 19, 2008
Chicken Little Checks In...
Chicken little here checking in....Glenn had to have some fillings done, and Cala had a baby tooth taken out (a permanent tooth was trying to push through it). They said after all Cala's baby teeth have fallen out (by age 13), that she will be evaluated to see if she needs braces. At this point though everything looked pretty good.
As for me, I have SEVEN cavities and two teeth to be pulled. You see, living in Russia is what made our teeth go bad... I know that. We never went to the dentist there and then, we had no insurance until now, so we let it go... Glenn HAD to have some teeth pulled out a couple of years ago because of constant infections. He has 2 that need to be done now at another appointment. One could take a root canal they said, but they are leaving the choice up to him... it would eventually need a crown... our insurance pays everything, but not the crown and it would be nearly $900!!!!! So, at some point, Glenn will have it just taken out.
I couldn't have anything done today though because I have a heart murmur. (My Mama and my Daddy both do, but I only found out about mine last year). Since I have no clue if I can now handle anesthesia without being pre-medicated, they didn't want to do anything without my medical doctor signing a form. My Mama ALWAYS had to have medicine (still does) several days before going to the dentist.
ANYWAY- I go to the medical doctor tomorrow to get started on all the testing for whatever I have. Keep praying! I'll keep updating!!!!!!
Chicken little out...
As for me, I have SEVEN cavities and two teeth to be pulled. You see, living in Russia is what made our teeth go bad... I know that. We never went to the dentist there and then, we had no insurance until now, so we let it go... Glenn HAD to have some teeth pulled out a couple of years ago because of constant infections. He has 2 that need to be done now at another appointment. One could take a root canal they said, but they are leaving the choice up to him... it would eventually need a crown... our insurance pays everything, but not the crown and it would be nearly $900!!!!! So, at some point, Glenn will have it just taken out.
I couldn't have anything done today though because I have a heart murmur. (My Mama and my Daddy both do, but I only found out about mine last year). Since I have no clue if I can now handle anesthesia without being pre-medicated, they didn't want to do anything without my medical doctor signing a form. My Mama ALWAYS had to have medicine (still does) several days before going to the dentist.
ANYWAY- I go to the medical doctor tomorrow to get started on all the testing for whatever I have. Keep praying! I'll keep updating!!!!!!
Chicken little out...
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Sunday
Today has been a good Sunday. We really had good services today, and at this morning's service, we decided to go ahead and have a fellowship tonight after church. It was nice to have this time to fellowship! I like that. It's needed and refreshing!
Now, if only right before evening church we wouldn't have noticed that one of our family room blinds are having a problem, and it turns out that our oldest son is to blame.. come to find out, he's been swinging from the cord like a monkey!!!!! uggghhh This is the same boy who a few months ago "pulled the rope" like Moe on the Doodlebops show! This meant he pulled down the light fixture from above the dining room table! uggghhhh
Life with boys. Fun! Real Fun! I tell you, I will EARN my gray hairs. (not that I have any, er, many.) HAAAAAAAAAAA
Now, if only right before evening church we wouldn't have noticed that one of our family room blinds are having a problem, and it turns out that our oldest son is to blame.. come to find out, he's been swinging from the cord like a monkey!!!!! uggghhh This is the same boy who a few months ago "pulled the rope" like Moe on the Doodlebops show! This meant he pulled down the light fixture from above the dining room table! uggghhhh
Life with boys. Fun! Real Fun! I tell you, I will EARN my gray hairs. (not that I have any, er, many.) HAAAAAAAAAAA
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Day- I don't even know anymore...
I really am going to have to go back and see what day this is of my 75 days of blogging. Of course if I am so used to it now- who knows?! Perhaps I really will keep it up nightly. I know you, my loyal readers are hoping I do, right?! HA HA
Ever have day where you've been busy the entire day, are now exhausted and still feel like you have so much more you should've gotten done??! Today, I've been on my feet the entire day except I would estimate 30 minutes when my inlaws called. I was happy for the interruption at that point, and then I dozed off one time for 10 minutes while the kids were talking to them. Let's see, one other time I called my Mama, but even then I was in the kitchen working on something. HA Then, there is now... now when I am sitting here writing to you.
So, am I done yet? NOPE! Still have ironing to do for church tomorrow. I really need a shower, but am wondering if I'll just get that in the morning.
At least for all this exhaustion, I have a clean house, Sunday School lesson ready to go, (complete with a take home project- we're making a book tomorrow I decided, of Bible verses!), Sunday dinner is in the crockpot (roast that I got at buy 1, get 1 free!), and some loads of clothes have been washed.
Life is exciting here in my domestic blissful life. How's it with you?
Ever have day where you've been busy the entire day, are now exhausted and still feel like you have so much more you should've gotten done??! Today, I've been on my feet the entire day except I would estimate 30 minutes when my inlaws called. I was happy for the interruption at that point, and then I dozed off one time for 10 minutes while the kids were talking to them. Let's see, one other time I called my Mama, but even then I was in the kitchen working on something. HA Then, there is now... now when I am sitting here writing to you.
So, am I done yet? NOPE! Still have ironing to do for church tomorrow. I really need a shower, but am wondering if I'll just get that in the morning.
At least for all this exhaustion, I have a clean house, Sunday School lesson ready to go, (complete with a take home project- we're making a book tomorrow I decided, of Bible verses!), Sunday dinner is in the crockpot (roast that I got at buy 1, get 1 free!), and some loads of clothes have been washed.
Life is exciting here in my domestic blissful life. How's it with you?
Friday
Friday nights are our weekly family night. I'm sure I've mentioned it here before, and with my memory, probably I do every week! ha
Anyway, this was Cala's time to choose our supper (always on these nights, it's something cheap and easy to make), as well as our "family night treat", and an activity for the evening. She chose well.... We had grilled cheese sandwiches (which I love making on the George Foreman grill) and tomato soup. For "treat" (dessert), she chose mint chocolate chip ice cream.
For our activity, Cala decided on going to a park we've all wanted to visit but had not yet done since we moved here! It's in the town where we do our shopping. We all had a great time! You could tell the kids really enjoyed the different playground equipment and of course we all enjoyed the fresh air. (which after living in this kind of climate, we truly cherish!!!! Did I mention it was an extremely looonnngg winter?!)
The weekend awaits......
Anyway, this was Cala's time to choose our supper (always on these nights, it's something cheap and easy to make), as well as our "family night treat", and an activity for the evening. She chose well.... We had grilled cheese sandwiches (which I love making on the George Foreman grill) and tomato soup. For "treat" (dessert), she chose mint chocolate chip ice cream.
For our activity, Cala decided on going to a park we've all wanted to visit but had not yet done since we moved here! It's in the town where we do our shopping. We all had a great time! You could tell the kids really enjoyed the different playground equipment and of course we all enjoyed the fresh air. (which after living in this kind of climate, we truly cherish!!!! Did I mention it was an extremely looonnngg winter?!)
The weekend awaits......
Friday, May 16, 2008
Thursday
So I got busy tonight searching for old friends online. I've really been curious about my old school friends and what became of them! Then I got to looking for folks we knew in Russia. (other Americans).
You sure can get your eyes open online when you search for folks and find them. Particularly if they have a MySpace, they just seem to let their hair down and spill all! ha I have nothing against MySpace when used correctly (I have one by the way, mostly to keep up with friends who have one and because I want to find old friends). It's just wow! I was sad more than once tonight at finding what life must be like for a few young folks that I knew a few years ago. I am now called to pray for them I can say that.
In other news: I forgot an appointment I have tomorrow morning. I'll have to leave here 35 minutes prior or so... I better head to bed soon. Oh yes! I go a whopping 4 hours at the most sleep last night, but it's better than none like I was fearing.
You sure can get your eyes open online when you search for folks and find them. Particularly if they have a MySpace, they just seem to let their hair down and spill all! ha I have nothing against MySpace when used correctly (I have one by the way, mostly to keep up with friends who have one and because I want to find old friends). It's just wow! I was sad more than once tonight at finding what life must be like for a few young folks that I knew a few years ago. I am now called to pray for them I can say that.
In other news: I forgot an appointment I have tomorrow morning. I'll have to leave here 35 minutes prior or so... I better head to bed soon. Oh yes! I go a whopping 4 hours at the most sleep last night, but it's better than none like I was fearing.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Wednesday's Post
Tonight looks to be a rough night. If you are reading this before bed time on Wednesday night (it's after midnight here), please pray I am able to sleep.
Really nothing else to say tonight... I will update tomorrow.
Really nothing else to say tonight... I will update tomorrow.
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
The boys (ages 5 and 3) have been just crazy today- I call them wild men! They haven't misbehaved really, just been running around laughing a whole lot! (sure beats crying! ha)
This evening I said, "wow you boys have sure been silly ALLLLLLL day". Ethan replied, "yes, ma'am. We think we cute!" :o)
I do too.
This evening I said, "wow you boys have sure been silly ALLLLLLL day". Ethan replied, "yes, ma'am. We think we cute!" :o)
I do too.
Monday, May 12, 2008
Just a short post tonight... been working with Cala to organize her room. I don't even want to get started on what that entails! ha Let's just say she's the classic, "throw it in the closet, or under the bed" kind of girl.
Words heard from her tonight were, "Mama, look, I found....." "Been looking for this Mama!" HAAAAAAA Got to love her!
Words heard from her tonight were, "Mama, look, I found....." "Been looking for this Mama!" HAAAAAAA Got to love her!
Sunday, May 11, 2008
Happy Mother's Day! Glenn and the kids cleaned the house yesterday, as well as straightening up this afternoon after Sunday dinner, and before evening church (which is at our home).
Glenn made our dinner (lunch) and it was great! They gave me a candle set as I LOVE candles and Cala and Ethan both had given me things they made at school this week.
It was 3 years ago today that Glenn, Cala and I landed in Guatemala and met Seth! He was 5 months old. We met Ethan the following day. (yep, met my baby son first!)
I've been doing a lot of scrapbooking again and as I mentioned before (I think), the boys are LOVING seeing their baby pictures.
Our busy month continues.... Stay tuned.
Glenn made our dinner (lunch) and it was great! They gave me a candle set as I LOVE candles and Cala and Ethan both had given me things they made at school this week.
It was 3 years ago today that Glenn, Cala and I landed in Guatemala and met Seth! He was 5 months old. We met Ethan the following day. (yep, met my baby son first!)
I've been doing a lot of scrapbooking again and as I mentioned before (I think), the boys are LOVING seeing their baby pictures.
Our busy month continues.... Stay tuned.
Saturday, May 10, 2008
I guess we all have them... you know, those days you just wish you could fast forward?! This has just been a messy, rainy, dreary day weather wise.
Emotionally, I've been a real wreck! I just wish to fast forward through much right now. Isn't that awful? But hey! I'm human. That's going to happen I suppose.
I was thrilled to come home from Wal-mart and see that Glenn and the kids cleaned the house :o) We always do the house together on Saturdays, but since I went out and did some needed supplies shopping, they did it without me, for Mother's Day :o) That was nice.
Guess where my husband is now? Upstairs, preparing Mother's Day dinner (lunch). I realize I am blessed.
Emotionally, I've been a real wreck! I just wish to fast forward through much right now. Isn't that awful? But hey! I'm human. That's going to happen I suppose.
I was thrilled to come home from Wal-mart and see that Glenn and the kids cleaned the house :o) We always do the house together on Saturdays, but since I went out and did some needed supplies shopping, they did it without me, for Mother's Day :o) That was nice.
Guess where my husband is now? Upstairs, preparing Mother's Day dinner (lunch). I realize I am blessed.
Friday, May 09, 2008
Friday
Friday is our weekly family night. Tonight was my turn to choose our meal (always something simple and quick on Friday), as well as choose our family activity. I find it funny about being my turn to choose the meal since I basically always choose the meals, ha! Anyway... I decided on hot dogs and tater tots--- cookies for "Family Night Treat", and for our activity- we headed to the city park.
This park is where last summer we spent many a Friday evening. The kids love it and so do Glenn and I as there is actually an adult swing there, so we can sit and watch the kids play and enjoy sitting there, swinging if we choose, etc. It was indeed a bit chilly this evening, but it sure was nice to think that we have a few weeks ahead of us, enjoying park trips.
Cala has already informed us that for next week, her choice will be another park we've been wanting to check out but have yet to make it there. :o)
Oh yes! This morning, Seth got his stitches out. He did really well, and the doctor even asked if I wanted the stitches saved for his baby book. Since I've recently gotten back into scrappin' (the scrapbook kind, not the fightin' kind! ha ha!), I said, "yes."
This park is where last summer we spent many a Friday evening. The kids love it and so do Glenn and I as there is actually an adult swing there, so we can sit and watch the kids play and enjoy sitting there, swinging if we choose, etc. It was indeed a bit chilly this evening, but it sure was nice to think that we have a few weeks ahead of us, enjoying park trips.
Cala has already informed us that for next week, her choice will be another park we've been wanting to check out but have yet to make it there. :o)
Oh yes! This morning, Seth got his stitches out. He did really well, and the doctor even asked if I wanted the stitches saved for his baby book. Since I've recently gotten back into scrappin' (the scrapbook kind, not the fightin' kind! ha ha!), I said, "yes."
Thursday
Today was what we call Cala's Family Day. It was 7 years ago on May 8, 2001 that she came home with us from an orphanage in St. Petersburg, Russia. What a blessing and a joy she is!
She wanted subs for supper, so Subway it was! Here is picture of her from Easter:
Thursday, May 08, 2008
Wednesday
Last night I talked about the high price of groceries...well, today while I was on my way to take care of some stuff in a neighboring city, I stopped at the cheapest place around here for gas. Thinking I would get just $5.00 worth, I thought about it some more and remembered we would have to go to this same city tomorrow. I went ahead and got $10.00 worth and now wish I would have been able to fill it up!
You see, when I got the gas, it was $3.43 a gallon which is bad enough. When I returned to town just 2 hours later, it had shot up to a whopping $3.59. That's plain ridiculous. I know it could be worse, but wow... it's bad enough.
I am looking forward to Thursday (tomorrow). We celebrate Cala's Family Day.
You see, when I got the gas, it was $3.43 a gallon which is bad enough. When I returned to town just 2 hours later, it had shot up to a whopping $3.59. That's plain ridiculous. I know it could be worse, but wow... it's bad enough.
I am looking forward to Thursday (tomorrow). We celebrate Cala's Family Day.
Tuesday, May 06, 2008
Ever Amazed at the Price....
No, not talking about the price of gas, although that of course is through the roof! (and I hear that actually the U.S. has some of the cheapest prices of gas anywhere).
I'm talking though about groceries! WOW! I know it has a lot to do with the high price of gas, but my goodness have groceries ever gone up! I notice it in things like bread- the cheap wheat loaf- Wal-mart brand (Great Value) has gone up at least 10 cents. Then there's the little things like Crunch N Munch which I buy quite often as a snack for the kids... a box used to be 88 cents at Wal-mart- now $1.25- still a reasonable price for the stuff, but it just struck me how things are really rising!!!!
I spend AT LEAST 25 more dollars a week than I did just a few months ago! I think we'll soon be eating beans and rice, rice and beans, potatoes for variation. HA (just kidding- don't worry about us- if we did that, it would be strictly to cut back on cost). God is faithful to take care of us. I just can't get over how things have really risen in cost lately!
I'm talking though about groceries! WOW! I know it has a lot to do with the high price of gas, but my goodness have groceries ever gone up! I notice it in things like bread- the cheap wheat loaf- Wal-mart brand (Great Value) has gone up at least 10 cents. Then there's the little things like Crunch N Munch which I buy quite often as a snack for the kids... a box used to be 88 cents at Wal-mart- now $1.25- still a reasonable price for the stuff, but it just struck me how things are really rising!!!!
I spend AT LEAST 25 more dollars a week than I did just a few months ago! I think we'll soon be eating beans and rice, rice and beans, potatoes for variation. HA (just kidding- don't worry about us- if we did that, it would be strictly to cut back on cost). God is faithful to take care of us. I just can't get over how things have really risen in cost lately!
Monday, May 05, 2008
Future Sports Star?
This evening, Ethan and I went to sign him up for Flag Football. It begins in September and runs through October.I think Ethan will grow up to have "Buyer's Remorse". In typical Ethan style, we had just signed up for football, when Ethan says, "I should have signed up for baseball." Oh my!
To his defense, when we first got the info on all that can be done this summer/fall, we mentioned t-ball. Ethan was excited until I called and found that the season runs from June to July, causing him to miss some games because of a trip to Florida during that time. We then told him we would check out football.
Remembering that today was the date we had to sign up, I called and talked to someone about football, as well as t-ball. (we've been discussing Florida dates today). We decided to go ahead and sign him up for t-ball if he wanted to, and just simply let him miss a couple of games.
To our surprise, he still wanted to do flag football. Then, we get to the gym to sign up and he has second thoughts?! ha I told him it really was a little too late, why don't we just do football this year and t-ball next... He said, "will Papa come see me play football?" I responded with, "yes, of course". That's all he needed to know... "I play football!"
Next year?! Well, there's always soccer! ha
Sunday, May 04, 2008
Day 24 already
When I committed to blogging 75 days in a row, I really thought I would have nothing to say. I know, some of you reading may be saying, "you really don't have anything to say!" haaaaa Thanks anyway for reading my ramblings.......
Today was a good day. We received some needed encouragement this morning. Amazing what words do for you. God is blessing! We are excited about being a part of it all.
I just realized that this is the first day in a long time that I haven't spoken with my Daddy. He's not up to talking much... he has a rash all over, and it's going in his mouth, making it difficult to talk. Please pray the itching stops soon.
Today was a good day. We received some needed encouragement this morning. Amazing what words do for you. God is blessing! We are excited about being a part of it all.
I just realized that this is the first day in a long time that I haven't spoken with my Daddy. He's not up to talking much... he has a rash all over, and it's going in his mouth, making it difficult to talk. Please pray the itching stops soon.
Saturday
Many have asked me how Seth is doing. The answer is just fine! I thought I would share some pictures that I plan to put in his scrapbook to chronicle this incident.These pictures were taken just a couple of hours after we got back from the ER on Friday.
I thought it was so sweet when we came out of the ER: The first thing Seth asked was, "Where's Ethan?" They really do love each other so much!
Then when Cala came home and learned about it, she mothered him the rest of the day! Seth made out well with books read by his big sister and candy to boot! Cala doesn't give up candy for just anyone!
Friday, May 02, 2008
Know how you can have a day planned, know pretty much what will take place, and then bam! It all changes.....
This morning, a lady from church and her kids were coming by for us to practice a song for church. Five minutes before they arrived, all was calm... I was on our bed, Glenn was at the computer- it all happened so fast- bam! wwwwwwaaaaaaaaaaa screams Seth. He had hit his head on a wooden chair.
Seven stitches later, he's doing fine. He keeps looking at himself in the mirror and saying, "look Ethan! Looks like a lot of blood!"
Thank God for the woman from church. She took Ethan home with them and Cala was at school. Thank God for the hospital being so very fast! I couldn't believe that from the time we LEFT OUR HOUSE (8 miles away)!, that we were leaving the hospital in LESS than an hour! Unbelievable!!!!!
OF COURSE- Thank God that our insurance went into effect YESTERDAY!!!!!!! God is good!
This morning, a lady from church and her kids were coming by for us to practice a song for church. Five minutes before they arrived, all was calm... I was on our bed, Glenn was at the computer- it all happened so fast- bam! wwwwwwaaaaaaaaaaa screams Seth. He had hit his head on a wooden chair.
Seven stitches later, he's doing fine. He keeps looking at himself in the mirror and saying, "look Ethan! Looks like a lot of blood!"
Thank God for the woman from church. She took Ethan home with them and Cala was at school. Thank God for the hospital being so very fast! I couldn't believe that from the time we LEFT OUR HOUSE (8 miles away)!, that we were leaving the hospital in LESS than an hour! Unbelievable!!!!!
OF COURSE- Thank God that our insurance went into effect YESTERDAY!!!!!!! God is good!
Thursday, May 01, 2008
Happy May Day
Glenn and the boys went tonight to a special night at the boys school. They had games, etc. for all kids under age 7. Since Cala is older than that, she and I stayed home. Not wanting to cook for just us, (or use last night's leftovers for just us either), we ran to McDonald's. Once we got home, I looked out and saw two neighbor girls running across the street. The rang the doorbell, Cala said, "oh hi!" and found out she had caught them... They were coming to leave a small May Day basket of candy!
As for me, I'm feeling awfully strange... I can't pinpoint this feeling really... just feel strange. I hope it leaves me tomorrow. I got a good bit done yesterday in the house and just didn't do much of anything today.
Tomorrow is a new day!
As for me, I'm feeling awfully strange... I can't pinpoint this feeling really... just feel strange. I hope it leaves me tomorrow. I got a good bit done yesterday in the house and just didn't do much of anything today.
Tomorrow is a new day!
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Chicken Little Gets Appointments
I confess that I "need" to see the dentist. I have two bad teeth, and have put that off for years because well, I'm a chicken, and a chicken with no money to boot! (and no insurance until now).
SO, enter Glenn needing to go to the dentist. He has toothaches quite a bit and always has had some other problems with his teeth. Cala has two teeth that look as if they are trying to come from behind- hard to explain. SO, we knew she needed to go.
Glenn has been after me to go, but I said, "no, not going to happen." I am fine, no pain now with the teeth, but uh... he insists. I still playfully say no- I'll go when need be, but there's no need now.
To the funny part---I called today to make my husband and my 9 year old daughter appointments. As I told the woman, my husband needs to come as does my daughter. At no time did I state that I, ME, AMY needed to come.
The receptionist asked me the info- my husband and my daughter's first name, and would Wednesday, May 14th at 5 p.m. be o.k. I said, "no, can you do another day because of church that night, that would be pushing it." SO, will Monday, May 19th be o.k. at 5? I respond, "yes it will."
She goes along with entering Glenn and Cala's info and then I asked at what age should the boys come? This dentist suggests around 5 or 6. So, I said the boys will be fine then- Ethan can go next year, and we'll spare Seth a few more years (he's 3).
And that's when it happened... SHE ASKS, "and YOUR name?!" and I responded correctly. (not even thinking why she was asking). She then says, "your daughter is scheduled for a cleaning that day, but we are all booked up for adult cleanings, so when YOU and your husband come in, they can schedule you for another day if need be."
Glenn is happy... I guess I too am going to the dentist. Oh joy!
SO, enter Glenn needing to go to the dentist. He has toothaches quite a bit and always has had some other problems with his teeth. Cala has two teeth that look as if they are trying to come from behind- hard to explain. SO, we knew she needed to go.
Glenn has been after me to go, but I said, "no, not going to happen." I am fine, no pain now with the teeth, but uh... he insists. I still playfully say no- I'll go when need be, but there's no need now.
To the funny part---I called today to make my husband and my 9 year old daughter appointments. As I told the woman, my husband needs to come as does my daughter. At no time did I state that I, ME, AMY needed to come.
The receptionist asked me the info- my husband and my daughter's first name, and would Wednesday, May 14th at 5 p.m. be o.k. I said, "no, can you do another day because of church that night, that would be pushing it." SO, will Monday, May 19th be o.k. at 5? I respond, "yes it will."
She goes along with entering Glenn and Cala's info and then I asked at what age should the boys come? This dentist suggests around 5 or 6. So, I said the boys will be fine then- Ethan can go next year, and we'll spare Seth a few more years (he's 3).
And that's when it happened... SHE ASKS, "and YOUR name?!" and I responded correctly. (not even thinking why she was asking). She then says, "your daughter is scheduled for a cleaning that day, but we are all booked up for adult cleanings, so when YOU and your husband come in, they can schedule you for another day if need be."
Glenn is happy... I guess I too am going to the dentist. Oh joy!
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
This is the time of year when our first baby was due. He would be 14 years old now! wow! I always think of that baby at this time of year (and then again during the time when I miscarried).
I especially have thought about "Evan" this week because a dear friend of mine just miscarried. Please pray for my friend and her family. This is her second miscarriage and I completely understand how she's feeling. May God heal her wounded heart right now.
I especially have thought about "Evan" this week because a dear friend of mine just miscarried. Please pray for my friend and her family. This is her second miscarriage and I completely understand how she's feeling. May God heal her wounded heart right now.
Monday
Today I should have cleaned up from last night's church fellowship. However, I was just exhausted and let today be a day of rest. I really did little today that accomplished anything.
I managed to get two small loads of laundry done, so that's something I guess! I did manage to take care of a phone call that needed to be made, and I called my youngest brother. So, that's something.
I managed to love on my children! That's definitely something.
Cala seems as excited as we are about this past weekend. She said today that it was so nice to see that many folks here yesterday for church. One of the young boys who attended last night came and was telling another neighbor who did not, what she missed.
Tomorrow is a brand new day to accomplish more. Wonder what adventure it will bring?!
I managed to get two small loads of laundry done, so that's something I guess! I did manage to take care of a phone call that needed to be made, and I called my youngest brother. So, that's something.
I managed to love on my children! That's definitely something.
Cala seems as excited as we are about this past weekend. She said today that it was so nice to see that many folks here yesterday for church. One of the young boys who attended last night came and was telling another neighbor who did not, what she missed.
Tomorrow is a brand new day to accomplish more. Wonder what adventure it will bring?!
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Great Day
Thank you so very much to those who prayed for today's services. There is soooo much I could write here, but will just say this, which is the best news of the day anyway! : This morning, we had a man saved! We also had a girl very interested. Tonight, we had five more first time visitors. Things went very well today, and we are exhausted tonight but basking in the day's events.
Goodnight!
Goodnight!
Saturday, April 26, 2008
Saturday
Today we woke up to a "winter wonderland" and snow falling. ugghhh enough said.
I took the lady with me (the one that will be at church tomorrow with us- a ventriloquist), to Wal-mart and Target. What a blessing! She ended up buying my kids a ton of summer clothes! I never expected that. The kids were thrilled with their new stuff.
I am excited to see what God will do... sure wish we could drag folks in sometimes! hee hee Seriously, today I prayed, "Lord, I sure wish we would hear of someone coming tomorrow" (someone we've invited). About 2 hours later, a neighbor told me her husband and children are coming (she has to work).
When you see this, please pray for tomorrow!
I took the lady with me (the one that will be at church tomorrow with us- a ventriloquist), to Wal-mart and Target. What a blessing! She ended up buying my kids a ton of summer clothes! I never expected that. The kids were thrilled with their new stuff.
I am excited to see what God will do... sure wish we could drag folks in sometimes! hee hee Seriously, today I prayed, "Lord, I sure wish we would hear of someone coming tomorrow" (someone we've invited). About 2 hours later, a neighbor told me her husband and children are coming (she has to work).
When you see this, please pray for tomorrow!
Friday, April 25, 2008
Spring shouldn't be this way! As I type this, it's snowing lightly. It's 32 degrees. 32 mind you, feels warm IF it were the middle of winter, but uh, spring?!
And that dear friends is your weather report. ha Am I really just trying to come up with something, anything to post since I committed to 75 days straight of blogging? ha Maybe. You know there are some days you really have a lot to say and other days that are just well, not at all exciting, but I promise to look for something thrilling to post everyday! (hee hee, yeh, right!!)
Our company has arrived. (the gospel illusionist and his ventriloquist wife). It was funny. We were at Wal-mart this afternoon and noticed an RV from the state where we knew their sponsoring church is. Glenn called the man's cell phone and asked, "do you happen to be sitting at a Wal-mart?!" They arrived a couple of hours earlier than they thought. So, they simply followed us home.
We sat up with them chatting away. It's really great because we come from an area that has lots of our kind of churches and there's tons of fellowship. Here, not so much, and well.. it's just really nice to have fellow Christians around, and those who have done (currently doing so) tons of traveling, just as we have done in the past.
Tomorrow looks to be dreary again, but we hope for a break in the rain so we can get more invitations out there. Pray for that please!
****P.S. We went to court for Cala 7 years ago today!!!! She came home on May 8th, and so that is when we celebrate her Family Day. Today is special to Glenn and me though. Following court, we immediately went to eat lunch at a Mexican restaurant, and so, it's always been Mexican food on or around this date. Not knowing if our guests like Mexican, we decided to have it sometime next week. However, on the way to Wal-mart today we did get uh... Taco Bell. HA HAAA****
And that dear friends is your weather report. ha Am I really just trying to come up with something, anything to post since I committed to 75 days straight of blogging? ha Maybe. You know there are some days you really have a lot to say and other days that are just well, not at all exciting, but I promise to look for something thrilling to post everyday! (hee hee, yeh, right!!)
Our company has arrived. (the gospel illusionist and his ventriloquist wife). It was funny. We were at Wal-mart this afternoon and noticed an RV from the state where we knew their sponsoring church is. Glenn called the man's cell phone and asked, "do you happen to be sitting at a Wal-mart?!" They arrived a couple of hours earlier than they thought. So, they simply followed us home.
We sat up with them chatting away. It's really great because we come from an area that has lots of our kind of churches and there's tons of fellowship. Here, not so much, and well.. it's just really nice to have fellow Christians around, and those who have done (currently doing so) tons of traveling, just as we have done in the past.
Tomorrow looks to be dreary again, but we hope for a break in the rain so we can get more invitations out there. Pray for that please!
****P.S. We went to court for Cala 7 years ago today!!!! She came home on May 8th, and so that is when we celebrate her Family Day. Today is special to Glenn and me though. Following court, we immediately went to eat lunch at a Mexican restaurant, and so, it's always been Mexican food on or around this date. Not knowing if our guests like Mexican, we decided to have it sometime next week. However, on the way to Wal-mart today we did get uh... Taco Bell. HA HAAA****
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Thursday
Today was a terribly dreary, rainy day. I grew up in central Florida, where these type of days were the norm especially beginning at this time of year. I can't say that the wintry look of the skies are normal in Florida though. Welcome to spring in Minnesota, where lately, it changes from day to day. Honestly, yesterday we hit 70, and it was BEAUTIFUL, sunny, breezy, just perfect. Today- it never got out of the 50's and it was as I said, dreary. Then, wait! It gets worse- this weekend, we could have a rain/snow mix. Oh goodness. I seriously need more sun.
Because of the type of day it was, we stayed in, cleaned for the company we will have this weekend, and I got to begin more of a tackle on Mt. Washmore (a.k.a., those loads of clothes I have accumulated!).
And why, oh why, I have spent a post on weather and laundry? I don't know... because I can? hee hee
Because of the type of day it was, we stayed in, cleaned for the company we will have this weekend, and I got to begin more of a tackle on Mt. Washmore (a.k.a., those loads of clothes I have accumulated!).
And why, oh why, I have spent a post on weather and laundry? I don't know... because I can? hee hee
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
In the Company of Super Heroes!
It's true! I'm Mama to Superman, Spiderman, and let's not forget Wonder Woman!
My kids simply love to play these three, with a slight variation. It seems Spiderman (played by 3 year old Seth) has a dual part as Batman. He always loved Spiderman, but I guess it helps that he has an actual Batman costume, so he leans more towards Batman now, and becomes Batman when Mama will let him get the costume on.
It has been so all week! I spend my day in company of two young, handsome, tan men. Before a scandal breaks out, those were the same two Super Heroes spoken of above- my 5 year old and 3 year old sons.
A couple of days ago, their sister had them believing that in a nearby house, lived super heroes. The boys were looking out the window asking me if super heroes lived in that house over there, and of course I set the record straight.
They really are something running around trying to save the world. If only they didn't make super messes around the house! :o)
My kids simply love to play these three, with a slight variation. It seems Spiderman (played by 3 year old Seth) has a dual part as Batman. He always loved Spiderman, but I guess it helps that he has an actual Batman costume, so he leans more towards Batman now, and becomes Batman when Mama will let him get the costume on.
It has been so all week! I spend my day in company of two young, handsome, tan men. Before a scandal breaks out, those were the same two Super Heroes spoken of above- my 5 year old and 3 year old sons.
A couple of days ago, their sister had them believing that in a nearby house, lived super heroes. The boys were looking out the window asking me if super heroes lived in that house over there, and of course I set the record straight.
They really are something running around trying to save the world. If only they didn't make super messes around the house! :o)
Tuesday
Just a quick note tonight- It's 12:30 a.m. here. Yes, just after midnight- which I may very well be in posting these posts, but I will still be blogging 75 days straight (at least).
Today (Monday), Seth and I went to our bi-monthly parent/child pre-school class. I enjoy this class because not only do we spend 30 minutes of the hour and a half session in a parent discussion time (away from the kids)... but I really enjoy it because it allows me a time of various activities with Seth. Today, one of the activities was to paint a rock. Seth loved it! His rock is various colors and he can't wait to wake up tomorrow morning to his rock being completely dry. Upon asking where he wants to put his rock, he said, "I'll put it outside and I'll look at it. I'll say, "hmm, who did that? Then I'll say, 'oh yeh, I remember! I did that!" (AND yes! He, who is 3 really did say all that. This boy is sharp.)
Cala had a play date with a girl from church, and then she went with Glenn and some others to pass out invitations for Sunday.
Ethan today was so cute... he had been outside playing with a neighbor girl we had never met until today. He came in and said, "Mama, that girl- her so sweet". Now give me a few years and I may not feel he's so cute saying that about a girl. ha
Off to bed I go.....
Today (Monday), Seth and I went to our bi-monthly parent/child pre-school class. I enjoy this class because not only do we spend 30 minutes of the hour and a half session in a parent discussion time (away from the kids)... but I really enjoy it because it allows me a time of various activities with Seth. Today, one of the activities was to paint a rock. Seth loved it! His rock is various colors and he can't wait to wake up tomorrow morning to his rock being completely dry. Upon asking where he wants to put his rock, he said, "I'll put it outside and I'll look at it. I'll say, "hmm, who did that? Then I'll say, 'oh yeh, I remember! I did that!" (AND yes! He, who is 3 really did say all that. This boy is sharp.)
Cala had a play date with a girl from church, and then she went with Glenn and some others to pass out invitations for Sunday.
Ethan today was so cute... he had been outside playing with a neighbor girl we had never met until today. He came in and said, "Mama, that girl- her so sweet". Now give me a few years and I may not feel he's so cute saying that about a girl. ha
Off to bed I go.....
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Day 11- Monday
Today was spent making phone calls and Glenn passing out invitations for Sunday. I sure pray we have a good turn out.
After homework was done and rooms were cleaned, the kids went out back to play with quite a few neighborhood kids. They supposedly were having a party. This was impromptu on the school bus! ha Got to love my 9 year old daughter's imagination! She took out candy in paper sacks for each kid, they played basketball, etc. and even had music on!
Glenn just went out to the garage to do some work and he took a cd out. I was not sure they would like our choice of music, but this is our house :o) As it turns out, Cala said they really liked it.
Seriously, pray as we try to be a witness to these kids. I feel as if God is opening doors that we just need to go through.
Tonight we had our first thunderstorm of the season. Being from central Florida, the lightning capital of the world! (yes, seriously, it is!), well... I'm not really scared of these storms until they become tornadic- I don't think I would like to hear the siren and know it was for real. Anyway... tonight Seth was in the bathroom, lightning struck, thunder boomed and he came barreling out of there soooo scared. It was a new emotion for him really. Nothing has ever scared Seth but he obviously doesn't like thunderstorms. He kept asking if we were going to be up for awhile.
Tomorrow I have Seth's bi-monthly pre-school class (parents attend with the kids), and I'm also going to be babysitting a neighbor girl for a few hours.
I already have tomorrow night's supper ready to bake, so all is well in that regard... I do have TONS of clothes to wash though! sigh... never ending.....
After homework was done and rooms were cleaned, the kids went out back to play with quite a few neighborhood kids. They supposedly were having a party. This was impromptu on the school bus! ha Got to love my 9 year old daughter's imagination! She took out candy in paper sacks for each kid, they played basketball, etc. and even had music on!
Glenn just went out to the garage to do some work and he took a cd out. I was not sure they would like our choice of music, but this is our house :o) As it turns out, Cala said they really liked it.
Seriously, pray as we try to be a witness to these kids. I feel as if God is opening doors that we just need to go through.
Tonight we had our first thunderstorm of the season. Being from central Florida, the lightning capital of the world! (yes, seriously, it is!), well... I'm not really scared of these storms until they become tornadic- I don't think I would like to hear the siren and know it was for real. Anyway... tonight Seth was in the bathroom, lightning struck, thunder boomed and he came barreling out of there soooo scared. It was a new emotion for him really. Nothing has ever scared Seth but he obviously doesn't like thunderstorms. He kept asking if we were going to be up for awhile.
Tomorrow I have Seth's bi-monthly pre-school class (parents attend with the kids), and I'm also going to be babysitting a neighbor girl for a few hours.
I already have tomorrow night's supper ready to bake, so all is well in that regard... I do have TONS of clothes to wash though! sigh... never ending.....
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Sunday
Our Sunday was nice. We got an opportunity today to invite the worker where we meet (the one that is the attendant while we're there) to next week's special service. We told him at least to bring his kids if possible.
After church, we went into St. Cloud to eat and by Target to see about the cheap dress for Cala. Well, it turns out, they had one lone dress but it was one that I already bought! We left Target empty handed, came home, let the kids go straight out to play (which made them very happy since it meant no Sunday nap!- Sunday is the one day we require ALL of them to rest! (even CALA!). It was just such a beautiful day weather wise, I wanted them to get out and enjoy it.
Quite a few kids showed up to play and I could hear them pretending to be a family. It was really cute to hear what their imaginations came up with- the conversations they had were priceless. (the "daddy" of the family kept saying, "No, you can't come... I've got to get back to the farm!" :o)
We have a very busy week ahead of us! Looking forward to it.
After church, we went into St. Cloud to eat and by Target to see about the cheap dress for Cala. Well, it turns out, they had one lone dress but it was one that I already bought! We left Target empty handed, came home, let the kids go straight out to play (which made them very happy since it meant no Sunday nap!- Sunday is the one day we require ALL of them to rest! (even CALA!). It was just such a beautiful day weather wise, I wanted them to get out and enjoy it.
Quite a few kids showed up to play and I could hear them pretending to be a family. It was really cute to hear what their imaginations came up with- the conversations they had were priceless. (the "daddy" of the family kept saying, "No, you can't come... I've got to get back to the farm!" :o)
We have a very busy week ahead of us! Looking forward to it.
Exhausted- the Sequel
So... I only thought I was exhausted yesterday (Friday- yes, I am writing this past midnight, but uh... it's still Saturday in my mind). I truly am exhausted today!
We all stayed outside in our back yard most of the day! Cala and Ethan cleaned the back garage (a.k.a. "the dog house"), Glenn used the weed trimmer and did some other yard work. Me? Well, at first I was out there to keep Snezhinki on his leash, and out of the way of the work. (meanwhile my dog, Zima was not happy that Snezh was getting all the attention!).
Eventually, we all as a family planted some tulips (I simply LOVE tulips!) in our fire pit out back. Yep, in our fire pit! We never used it and even though we planned to do so this spring/summer, well... it had such wonderful dirt there, it just seemed the right spot! I love that we did it all as a family, and I love that I can look back there and now see a splash of color.
Cala said, "Mama! It's a miracle you are down on the ground with us!" I responded, "No, the miracle will be if I can get up!" ha I made it up and realized I needed to go buy a new broom as our old one got beat up in the process of cleaning the dog house. SO- off to Target I went. I can't believe a broom cost me right at $12. I had no idea! I guess I don't remember buying the last one.
I came back home with broom in tow as well as a polo shirt for $1.98 (for Ethan) AND a dress for $3.24 (one I didn't get yesterday and today decided if it was still there, I would buy it) (for Cala) and a pink sweater for Cala (that will match most of these dresses) for $3.24 as well. Can't beat deals like that. I guess not as many people wear dresses to church anymore and so they are putting them on clearance. Good for those of us who still do wear a dress.
I even called all other Targets anywhere near us and all but one have the dresses "just" on 30 percent off. (they would then come down to a great price still, but not nearly as good as I got). Notice I said "all but one"? One Target that I called has them for $3.74. We are considering eating lunch in that city tomorrow and swinging by there on the way home.
Stay tuned....
We all stayed outside in our back yard most of the day! Cala and Ethan cleaned the back garage (a.k.a. "the dog house"), Glenn used the weed trimmer and did some other yard work. Me? Well, at first I was out there to keep Snezhinki on his leash, and out of the way of the work. (meanwhile my dog, Zima was not happy that Snezh was getting all the attention!).
Eventually, we all as a family planted some tulips (I simply LOVE tulips!) in our fire pit out back. Yep, in our fire pit! We never used it and even though we planned to do so this spring/summer, well... it had such wonderful dirt there, it just seemed the right spot! I love that we did it all as a family, and I love that I can look back there and now see a splash of color.
Cala said, "Mama! It's a miracle you are down on the ground with us!" I responded, "No, the miracle will be if I can get up!" ha I made it up and realized I needed to go buy a new broom as our old one got beat up in the process of cleaning the dog house. SO- off to Target I went. I can't believe a broom cost me right at $12. I had no idea! I guess I don't remember buying the last one.
I came back home with broom in tow as well as a polo shirt for $1.98 (for Ethan) AND a dress for $3.24 (one I didn't get yesterday and today decided if it was still there, I would buy it) (for Cala) and a pink sweater for Cala (that will match most of these dresses) for $3.24 as well. Can't beat deals like that. I guess not as many people wear dresses to church anymore and so they are putting them on clearance. Good for those of us who still do wear a dress.
I even called all other Targets anywhere near us and all but one have the dresses "just" on 30 percent off. (they would then come down to a great price still, but not nearly as good as I got). Notice I said "all but one"? One Target that I called has them for $3.74. We are considering eating lunch in that city tomorrow and swinging by there on the way home.
Stay tuned....
Friday, April 18, 2008
Day 8- Exhausted
I am thoroughly exhausted tonight but what a great day Ethan and I had together! We left around 8:00 a.m. and didn't get home until nearly 4:00!
As far as shopping today, we went to two Wal-marts and a Target. We ate lunch in between all that at Burger King or as Ethan calls it, "Berber King". We even got to post a couple of invitations to church while we were gone :o)
Ethan had great fun today... we enjoyed finding fantastic deals on shirts for him at Target and then at Wal-mart too! He now has his Kindergarten clothes shopping started! I found shirts (good quality shirts!) for $3.00 (Wrangler brand). I then found some Faded Glory shirts for $1.00. We were able to find both Ethan and Seth some church shirts at $3.00 each!
I didn't plan to spend on clothes today at all, but of course wouldn't pass up on such great deals for school and church clothes! Then to top it off, at Target, I wasn't planning to visit the girls' department but my buggy led me there (er, excuse me- we say, "shopping cart" here :o). I ended up buying Cala FOUR beautiful dresses for $3.24 each!!!!! Incredible! I call that a good deal! (and she was more than happy to model them tonight).
Ethan and I were so exhausted that tonight during family devotion/prayer time, we fell asleep with our heads on each other!!!! Glenn captured it on his cell phone!!!!
So, it's been one of those times that I say, "it's been a long day, but it's been a good day. I'm tired, but it's a good tired."
As far as shopping today, we went to two Wal-marts and a Target. We ate lunch in between all that at Burger King or as Ethan calls it, "Berber King". We even got to post a couple of invitations to church while we were gone :o)
Ethan had great fun today... we enjoyed finding fantastic deals on shirts for him at Target and then at Wal-mart too! He now has his Kindergarten clothes shopping started! I found shirts (good quality shirts!) for $3.00 (Wrangler brand). I then found some Faded Glory shirts for $1.00. We were able to find both Ethan and Seth some church shirts at $3.00 each!
I didn't plan to spend on clothes today at all, but of course wouldn't pass up on such great deals for school and church clothes! Then to top it off, at Target, I wasn't planning to visit the girls' department but my buggy led me there (er, excuse me- we say, "shopping cart" here :o). I ended up buying Cala FOUR beautiful dresses for $3.24 each!!!!! Incredible! I call that a good deal! (and she was more than happy to model them tonight).
Ethan and I were so exhausted that tonight during family devotion/prayer time, we fell asleep with our heads on each other!!!! Glenn captured it on his cell phone!!!!
So, it's been one of those times that I say, "it's been a long day, but it's been a good day. I'm tired, but it's a good tired."
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Day 7
I spent a good part of today filling out fliers about the special service we will have Sunday, April 27th. We have gotten quite a few posted and passed out, but have many more to go in the coming days.
Cala has invited her friends and one boy this afternoon came to the door. Cala couldn't play today as we had to be at a Brownies Awards ceremony this evening, and I told him to come back tomorrow to play. He said, "oh, I know she can't play but she invited me to church for that show and I wanted to tell her I probably can come." Cala was happy to hear that. Of course she's been told before that someone will come and they don't (as have we all heard that!), but it always makes her happy to know kids want to come.
The ceremony tonight was at the school Cala will be in next year (here they switch in 3rd grade to a different school next door). Cala had a fun time looking at the pictures of the teachers and imagining which one might be hers! She's not too happy about changing to a bigger building but I know her- once there, she'll learn the "lay of the land" and be hopefully as happy as she is now.
Tomorrow, I have big plans- a date with a slightly tan, handsome guy. He's even planning our date! So far I know we are going to a city about 20 miles from here (for whatever reason he asked to go there!), and we're going to the Wal-mart there, the Target there, and various other places along the way. We're eating at Burger King in another town back closer to us. No doubt we will talk as this date of mine, LOVES nothing more than to chatter away!
Yep, a date with my 5 year old son! We are leaving quite early in the morning so we have plenty of time together. Tomorrow night just so happens to be his turn to choose what we do for our weekly family night. Ethan is way excited!
Stay tuned...
Cala has invited her friends and one boy this afternoon came to the door. Cala couldn't play today as we had to be at a Brownies Awards ceremony this evening, and I told him to come back tomorrow to play. He said, "oh, I know she can't play but she invited me to church for that show and I wanted to tell her I probably can come." Cala was happy to hear that. Of course she's been told before that someone will come and they don't (as have we all heard that!), but it always makes her happy to know kids want to come.
The ceremony tonight was at the school Cala will be in next year (here they switch in 3rd grade to a different school next door). Cala had a fun time looking at the pictures of the teachers and imagining which one might be hers! She's not too happy about changing to a bigger building but I know her- once there, she'll learn the "lay of the land" and be hopefully as happy as she is now.
Tomorrow, I have big plans- a date with a slightly tan, handsome guy. He's even planning our date! So far I know we are going to a city about 20 miles from here (for whatever reason he asked to go there!), and we're going to the Wal-mart there, the Target there, and various other places along the way. We're eating at Burger King in another town back closer to us. No doubt we will talk as this date of mine, LOVES nothing more than to chatter away!
Yep, a date with my 5 year old son! We are leaving quite early in the morning so we have plenty of time together. Tomorrow night just so happens to be his turn to choose what we do for our weekly family night. Ethan is way excited!
Stay tuned...
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Good News!
We were very excited today when in the mail came our insurance approval! Hallelujah, we can now start making doctors appointments for us all... well, actually, we have to wait a few more days until our actual insurance cards arrive, but it's possible they'll be here by Saturday. Just SO very glad to have this taken care of... what a load off!!!!!
I've been so very tired of feeling like we couldn't afford to go to the doctor if need be. As a mother, I sincerely want my kids to have their regular check-ups, etc. instead of doing as we have had to do and only take them if sick. (and thankfully, they are really healthy kids overall.)
Thanks for the prayers! No word yet by the way on my oldest brother. We suppose they made it safely to Paraguay.
I've been so very tired of feeling like we couldn't afford to go to the doctor if need be. As a mother, I sincerely want my kids to have their regular check-ups, etc. instead of doing as we have had to do and only take them if sick. (and thankfully, they are really healthy kids overall.)
Thanks for the prayers! No word yet by the way on my oldest brother. We suppose they made it safely to Paraguay.
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
My thoughts tonight are with my oldest brother, his wife and their three children. As I type this, they are in a plane flying back home to Paraguay, South America. They've been in Florida with my parents since November. I pray for their traveling safety.
I know today was an emotionally tough day for them as well as for my parents. It's always hard when one of us leaves, but with Daddy's situation, it's now harder. Mama said it was really rough for Daddy today as my brother left. Knowing that more than likely they will never meet again this side of heaven, well.... that was emotionally draining. Pray for Daddy to have peace tonight.
I know today was an emotionally tough day for them as well as for my parents. It's always hard when one of us leaves, but with Daddy's situation, it's now harder. Mama said it was really rough for Daddy today as my brother left. Knowing that more than likely they will never meet again this side of heaven, well.... that was emotionally draining. Pray for Daddy to have peace tonight.
Monday, April 14, 2008
Day 4
On Sunday, April 27th, our church work here will host Ken Sibley, a Gospel Illusionist and his ventriloquist wife, Barbara. We are really looking forward to it and are praying we have many folks there!
I spent a good part of the afternoon contacting local newspapers about an ad in the Community News section, etc. Glenn is focusing on passing out info door to door. Many phone calls have already been made as well. Cala is asking kids from her school and we will invite our neighborhood as well.
I have an email in to the local christian station as well to see what the logistics are of getting the announcement put on the air. I will do a follow up with that tomorrow.
As for insurance? Still a no show in the mail. Keep praying and when you pray, pray for Sunday April 27th for us!
I spent a good part of the afternoon contacting local newspapers about an ad in the Community News section, etc. Glenn is focusing on passing out info door to door. Many phone calls have already been made as well. Cala is asking kids from her school and we will invite our neighborhood as well.
I have an email in to the local christian station as well to see what the logistics are of getting the announcement put on the air. I will do a follow up with that tomorrow.
As for insurance? Still a no show in the mail. Keep praying and when you pray, pray for Sunday April 27th for us!
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Day 3
Just a quick note tonight. We had a good Sunday. A girl at church that spent Friday night at our home, with Cala, was sick this morning. She had a fever. We joked that Cala and her can't have any more sleepovers, because this same thing happened when Cala spent the night at her house a couple of weeks ago! I'm thinking it happens again, and I'll have Cala tested- I told her she's a fever carrier! ha
Those out there that would commit to praying for us this week- I would sure appreciate it. I am praying that my insurance gets approved and to us this week so I can soon get to the doctor... I am having some problems that definitely need to be checked into. So, thanks to those who will pray.
This week we will be spending getting the word out about a special service we are having on April 27th. We are excited about the opportunity to especially reach out to kids and young people. Pray with us about that too! Catch you tomorrow for day 4 of my 75 days of blogging!
Those out there that would commit to praying for us this week- I would sure appreciate it. I am praying that my insurance gets approved and to us this week so I can soon get to the doctor... I am having some problems that definitely need to be checked into. So, thanks to those who will pray.
This week we will be spending getting the word out about a special service we are having on April 27th. We are excited about the opportunity to especially reach out to kids and young people. Pray with us about that too! Catch you tomorrow for day 4 of my 75 days of blogging!
Saturday, April 12, 2008
It's Quiet
I've always been someone who likes people. I truly don't remember a time when I've not been a "people person". I rarely like to be alone. Right now as I type this, it is 5:55 p.m. All is quiet in this house. The kids and Glenn are outside taking care of our dogs. I find myself at this very moment thankful for the silence. I know it won't last very long (no more than a few minutes as they are trying to hurry as it's snowing once again!), and yet, I'm just happy to be sitting here hearing nothing more than the clickety-clack of the keyboard as I type.
I have a migraine headache trying to make its way to me and maybe that has something to do with it. (after all, how DO you keep it quiet enough when you have a headache?!). I just am enjoying this moment of peace.
May you find such a moment soon!
I have a migraine headache trying to make its way to me and maybe that has something to do with it. (after all, how DO you keep it quiet enough when you have a headache?!). I just am enjoying this moment of peace.
May you find such a moment soon!
Friday, April 11, 2008
Day 1- Laughter Central
Tonight, my home is filled with laughter. Outside my bedroom door are my daughter and her friend from church, having a sleepover. This is actually the first time Cala has had anyone spend the night at her home (other than cousins).
With each laugh, I feel transported back to my childhood and the laughter that would fill my room when one particular friend would stay the night. I can hear my Mama coming to the door saying, "girls... quiet down." "Yes, ma'am." After 30 minutes had passed or more, here came Mama once again, "Girls! Don't you think you ought to be sleeping by now?!" We would hush for a few moments until one of us was sure to do something to make the other one burst out in laughter. And then, at some point we would drift off to sleep. Memories.........
I hope my daughter will have the same kind of memories as she continues to grow up. I am glad she is seemingly getting that chance here.
Weather update: I am still looking for Spring. It's like someone hit the rewind button and said, "do over on that snow storm!" It would be beautiful, if only it were January. In April, that's another story.... it becomes dreaded and the sun becomes my biggest hope.
Laugh on girls. Laugh on. Yep! That it's spring time, seems to be a joke.
With each laugh, I feel transported back to my childhood and the laughter that would fill my room when one particular friend would stay the night. I can hear my Mama coming to the door saying, "girls... quiet down." "Yes, ma'am." After 30 minutes had passed or more, here came Mama once again, "Girls! Don't you think you ought to be sleeping by now?!" We would hush for a few moments until one of us was sure to do something to make the other one burst out in laughter. And then, at some point we would drift off to sleep. Memories.........
I hope my daughter will have the same kind of memories as she continues to grow up. I am glad she is seemingly getting that chance here.
Weather update: I am still looking for Spring. It's like someone hit the rewind button and said, "do over on that snow storm!" It would be beautiful, if only it were January. In April, that's another story.... it becomes dreaded and the sun becomes my biggest hope.
Laugh on girls. Laugh on. Yep! That it's spring time, seems to be a joke.
Thursday, April 10, 2008
75 Days of Blogging?
Some online friends of mine were talking about how they are doing 100 days of blogging. Neat I thought, sort of a challenge to myself to actually post here everyday. Since I missed their initial 100 days start, I decided to start 75 days of blogging and coincide it with my "Blogoversary". SO, beginning tomorrow, I will promise (unless "providentially hindered!") to post daily for the next 75 days.
Maybe then, it will be such a habit, I'll actually always daily post! ha
Uh.... since I am posting today, won't that make it 76 days of blogging? hee hee
This evening I have got to go to Cala's school for a parent/teacher conference. As I type this, it's SNOWING and we are expecting a real winter storm! ugghhh APRIL where art thou????????
Stay tuned.......
Maybe then, it will be such a habit, I'll actually always daily post! ha
Uh.... since I am posting today, won't that make it 76 days of blogging? hee hee
This evening I have got to go to Cala's school for a parent/teacher conference. As I type this, it's SNOWING and we are expecting a real winter storm! ugghhh APRIL where art thou????????
Stay tuned.......
Monday, April 07, 2008
Prayer for someone else
Please join me today in prayer for a woman named Angie. She is the wife to Todd Smith, the lead singer of the contemporary Christian group, Selah. Today, at 4 p.m. (central- they live in Nashville, TN), Angie will deliver baby Audrey. Audrey is not expected to live as there is no amniotic fluid and other complications.
How wonderful it would be if a miracle would take place today, but either way, this family certainly needs our prayers!
Angie's blog is at http://audreycaroline.blogspot.com/ Please join me in prayer for them. I had this situation on my mind much through the night.
**UPDATE: Baby Audrey lived for a little over two precious hours! This is a blessing as the doctors had said she would probably be born dead. The family is praising the Lord for the time they had to spend with Audrey. Angie was scheduled to come home today from the hospital (Thursday as I type this), but according to the latest update, she was getting to come home yesterday!**
How wonderful it would be if a miracle would take place today, but either way, this family certainly needs our prayers!
Angie's blog is at http://audreycaroline.blogspot.com/ Please join me in prayer for them. I had this situation on my mind much through the night.
**UPDATE: Baby Audrey lived for a little over two precious hours! This is a blessing as the doctors had said she would probably be born dead. The family is praising the Lord for the time they had to spend with Audrey. Angie was scheduled to come home today from the hospital (Thursday as I type this), but according to the latest update, she was getting to come home yesterday!**
Friday, April 04, 2008
Sun Does Wonders....
I realized today that I've never posted a picture of my dog, зима. (pronounced, "zee-mah" which means winter). She's a Siberian husky mix- we believe mixed with Golden Retreiver. Whatever, she's beautiful, HUGE and SUCH a sweetheart!Today around 2 p.m., I was feeling a bit low. I was just sitting at the computer, had been trying to catch up on laundry and decided I would try to get outside and do as I posted about last night- get out with my dog! I was happy to get that chance, and what an absolute beautiful day to do so! I finally made it out back around 2:30, planning to be out about 30 minutes (when Cala would get home), but uh... 30 minutes turned into over 2 hours!!! I went inside a much happier soul! Thank God for the sun ! Growing up in Florida, a.k.a the "Sunshine State", I never truly appreciated the sun. I even grew to not enjoy it much because we got soooo very many days of heat and the sun so hot, beating down, burning my skin in minutes. After living in dreary St. Petersburg (Russia) and then in this climate which is similar, I long for the sun and truly appreciate it. God was surely smiling down on me today, reminding me of His love for me through the gift of the sunshine.
After Cala came home, she came outside, the boys followed, and soon Glenn came out back carrying a basketball. In a matter of minutes, we had 9 kids other than our 3 show up!!!! I LOVE it! They seem to enjoy playing with Cala, and playing at our house. They all want to see the dog and the puppy.
I think it would be wonderful for us to be "the" house where the neighborhood kids meet. I'm all o.k. with that. Pray we can reach out to these kids!
Thursday, April 03, 2008
Spring? Oh Can It Be?
We started this week with a snow 'storm' of sorts but are certainly praising the Lord that we now have melted said snow and all that was here for months! We are sitting right now at a warm 56 degrees! Wow! It feels GREAT to have the windows open, to hear kids playing outside, to have my own kids be able to play outside!
Glenn always says that there are two magical snows- the first of the season and the last of the season. ha I'm not like that. I do LOVE that first snow, which I hated that I missed this time around (as me and the boys were in Florida in October when it first fell). Strange how this year, while I didn't go through as much of the long dark winter as everyone else- (me and the boys came back in January), I still feel as if this was the longest I've ever been through! Weird. I am thinking perhaps it has to do with grief. That might explain it- just already feeling sad many days and then to look out and feel trapped by the weather.
I seriously need to take advantage of the sunshine and the spring weather. We never really will have a hot day here until summer. Spring is a nice segue (always wanted to use that word here! ha) to the hot days of summer when I long for the cool days of fall. (although thankfully, summer nights here are wonderful with a nice cool breeze).
I think I will get out with my dog in the coming days and enjoy the freedom that spring brings in my corner of the world!
Glenn always says that there are two magical snows- the first of the season and the last of the season. ha I'm not like that. I do LOVE that first snow, which I hated that I missed this time around (as me and the boys were in Florida in October when it first fell). Strange how this year, while I didn't go through as much of the long dark winter as everyone else- (me and the boys came back in January), I still feel as if this was the longest I've ever been through! Weird. I am thinking perhaps it has to do with grief. That might explain it- just already feeling sad many days and then to look out and feel trapped by the weather.
I seriously need to take advantage of the sunshine and the spring weather. We never really will have a hot day here until summer. Spring is a nice segue (always wanted to use that word here! ha) to the hot days of summer when I long for the cool days of fall. (although thankfully, summer nights here are wonderful with a nice cool breeze).
I think I will get out with my dog in the coming days and enjoy the freedom that spring brings in my corner of the world!
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