Abby's Recital.

Here are some Pictures of my Beautiful, Smart and Talented Daughter.

Our annual Camping Trip.

We had such a great time Camping. We could only stay for 3 days this time because our schedule has been so Busy.


He was so proud of his Jiffy Pop.

My Big Man and my little man.

AAHH FLUTTER, FLUTTER

She was having so much fun in the Little kid pool with Brady and I.

******Feel free to leave a comment but If you really believe in what you say, you will leave your name and not have it Anonymous ( That is if you really BELIEVE what you say to be the truth ) Go ahead stand up for yourself I did, It feels real good. Think about it. ( Sorry it took so long to write in my Blog, hard to believe I know but most people do have a life and it appears as though you sit around counting the minutes till there is a new entry on my blog. This Battle is really over! get on with your life. Life is to short to have so much Hate in your heart for other people. I am gonna go now and play with my kids, they give me all that I need in life and Life is GOOD!

This is my Plea to you.

Yesterday was a rough Day for some people in my family that I care about very much, I will make this plea and then not another word about it.

To most of you, this will have no relevance and that's OK just skip this entry and look at my beautiful Babies pictures. To those that this does apply: After reading this please no longer log on to my Blog for this is only for people who care about what is happening in my life and my children's life and not so you can form a book club and discuss my every word.


I have two Grandparents that are living in Florida and I miss them very much and I worry about their health. I have spoken to them on many occasions and I wish they lived closer to us so that my kids could know them. I do hope however that when they are able to come to town that they give us a call so we can get together. My grandmother has had a tough go of it lately and no one gives us updates on how their doing so I think about them often and pray that all is well. They have always been good to me and my kids and they know That I have always been appreciative for that.

I have relatives out of state that have been content to just sit back and take in whatever toxic waste that has been spit at them. My plea to you is , there are 3 sides to every story and The story has run its course ( the book is getting old ) If you have any feelings at all for me or my kids? I would welcome a phone call from you and we will just talk about Life and nothing else! otherwise if you choose to base your opinion solely on here say or on a email that went to far then you are no better then the rest of us and I will know where you stand.

Now For YOU: There are things that even you don't know about, what made those emails so harsh! or maybe you do. does not matter either way I guess. I am not making this plea for myself, please leave the kids out of it! I know you are not very good at censoring yourself but they are just kids and they don't deserve to be getting the garbage you are emailing them. If you want to salvage anything left of that relationship then you will stop bashing their mother to them. I promise you they will hate you for it. No one wants to see these kids hurt and I would like to think that you have enough love for them to talk to them like a Grandmother and not someone with so much hate.

I have never asked you for anything and never will again so please I am asking you now to keep them out of it, They are hurting.

Life

The kids have been on summer vacation for a couple weeks now and we are finally getting into a routine. Anyone who knows me would know that I am a bit of a control freak (OCD if you will ) I need to be apart of everything, have my hands in everything to feel complete. Unorganized craziness just doesn't work with me. Having four kids, Being organized is a must not an option for us.

I spoke to my Father ( in Law ) this morning and It looks like he might be released from the hospital sometime today. We are all very happy that he is feeling better and the tests all came back negative.
When someone you care about is sick, it really makes you think about your own life and If something were to happen would you say, I wish I had done things different? I am a True believer in all things happen for a reason and they have a purpose. Sometimes things are not meant to have storybook endings and that's Okay. I live my life honestly and with Love. I do not have Hate in my heart. Even though I am a control freak, I do know that I can not control everything or everyone and I'm Okay with that because I have a pretty darn good life and I am finally at a place that I can say that I don't have any regrets. everything I have every done has made me who I am and God has brought great things in my life and I talk a lot about Karma with my kids and if you make good choices it will come back to you in good Karma Everytime.

I am packing for our trip to Mohican, we can't wait to have some needed family time. We always have such a great time there and this will be Brady's first . The kids are so excited to have Daddy home for 9 days.
David is counting down the days till we leave. No cell phones or makeup. AAHHHH can't wait...

BUSY, BUSY, BUSY

Wow , Busy, Busy week. We are getting ready for Vacation and a few appointments this week . Yesterday My Dad ( in law ) Went in for surgery to remove cancer from his Colon. It was a incredible long day and night but Thank God He came out okay and so far the Doc said it doesn't look like it has spread ( although farther testing will tell if it has spread to his lymph nodes ) We will be going back this afternoon to bring him some treats and see how he's holding up. He's a tough old bird and I know he'll be just fine. The kids were there all day and night and were just excellent and they were so happy to know he is OK. He's their Grandpa and that's a pretty important Job and they take that very seriously.

Thank God for great blessings.

Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein

There is a place where the sidewalk ends And before the street begins, And there the grass grows soft and white, And there the sun burns crimson bright, And there the moon-bird rests from his flight To cool in the peppermint wind. Let us leave this place where the smoke blows black And the dark street winds and bends.Past the pits where the asphalt flowers grow We shall walk with a walk that is measured and slow, And watch where the chalk-white arrows go To the place where the sidewalk ends.Yes we'll walk with a walk that is measured and slow, And we'll go where the chalk-white arrows go, For the children, they mark, and the children, they know The place where the sidewalk ends.


I love Shel Silverstein.

Memorial Weekend.

Well.... We had plans this weekend to drop off the kids with the Parents on Saturday for mine and Davids Anniversary. Abby woke up sick on Friday Morning and with my Father in Laws upcoming Surgery, It would not be wise to put him at risk of catching whatever it is she had.

By Saturday Evening she was feeling much better so we rented some movies and just cuddled up on the couch. ( That is more our comfort zone anyway! )

Sunday we were invited for a Wiener roast at my Aunt and Uncles but early in the afternoon, Avery and I started to feel sick so we stayed home. The kids were so upset they looked forward to it so much.

Monday we set up the new pool and enjoyed the day and had a cookout in the backyard.

My Handsome Little Man.

Sun is shining Today and it is so beautiful. 9 day's till School is out for Summer and I can't wait. There is something about being in the Sun that makes you feel Happy and glad to be alive.

Last night Avery pitched his first baseball game and I was a mess over it but he was so brave and awesome. I have always told my kids not to walk through life watching others do all of the cool stuff you wish you could. Just get out there and try everything and have no regrets!

Saturday it's mine and Davids 11 year Anniversary together. I can't believe it's been that long. David's parents are going to watch the kids ( this will be the first time Brady will be without me ) We will have lunch and Adult conversation, AHHHH I can't wait.

Zoo Trip with Abby and her Class.

Abby and Tyler

Merry- go- round ( What you lookin at )

My Baby Girl

My Beauties

Sarah, Tyler and Abby

I was prepared for a rain storm!

Last Friday David, myself , Grace and Brady all went again to the Zoo, this time with Abby and her Class. I heard with much dread all week about the upcoming rain for Friday. Avery's Trip was great but a bit wet in the end so this time I was prepared. Wouldn't you know, NO RAIN!!!

We had Abby and two of her friends Sarah and Tyler. We even got to spent a little bit of time with my sister since she just happened to be there for my nephews field trip as well.

It was a really good day with Beautiful weather.

Zoo Trip with Avery's Class.

Is this picture not the cutest thing? It was Great, all of the animals were out today.

Avery and His friend Cortnee

Grace, Cortnee and Avery

Grace and the Puma. (she blew her whistle and it woke up and looked at her like she was lunch.

(Drowned Rat ) and Brady.

David and I took Grace and Brady with us to Chaperone Avery's class trip to the Zoo ( we will be going again next Friday with Abby's class ) It was Beautiful weather for most of it. about half an hour before we were to meet up with all of the other groups it started pouring. We all went home with soggy shoes and looking like drowned rats but we really had a great time.

This was Brady's 1st trip to the Zoo, we have a membership so we will be spending a lot of time there I'm sure. Grace loved it to of course ( she loves all creatures and would kiss a snake if I'd let her ) she walked a little bit but It really takes a lot out of her so when we got to the car she was out like a lite!

I have realized that although there are things in Life that I can control, There are so very many that I can not.



This Blog was originally intended to vent my feelings in what ever rational or irrational way that it came out. It was an outlet in which I could express and share things in my life with those who cared about me and things I was experiencing. I don't go back and edit my entry's so it pleases everyone, that can never happen and it would defeat the whole purpose of spontaneous feelings at the time that they are felt.



LISTEN PEOPLE if you want to take what I write and make it something more, then that is out of my control. I am just a Person living life the best way I know how and you can take me or leave me but I Am who I am.
and I'm way to old to change that now.

Well, the Easter bunny made his stop at our house as usual, finding the baskets and the egg hunt was a bit more challenging this year for Grace since she can't stand or walk but you would never know it as happy as she is all of the time. I just wish I could just let it all go and not stress about it or worry about when she will be back to normal and if there will be any long term damage but I admit, I'm nervous.

Brady even got his own basket as well minus the candy, and He was very happy to just try and eat the Easter grass inside it. LOL

Avery found out he is on the Dodgers baseball team this year ( kid pitch )

we are very excited and can't wait to cheer him on.

GO DODGERS!

THAT'S IT, NOTHING MORE EXCITING TO SHARE.

Cast is off! / Easter Bunny.

The calm before the storm.

This was much scarier then we all thought it would be.

Yeah! LEGS

Grace was in heaven, ( she could not sit up on her own )

I had to keep her from sliding down into the water.

We went today 4/10/09 and got pictures with the Easter Bunny.

*** Grace still can't walk or put any weight on her legs and they look like little baby legs. She can stretch them out straight and bend them just a little bit. We are looking at hopefully 2 or 3 months of limping ( as soon as she starts bearing weight on them. right now she has one leg a quarter inch shorter but when there is a injured bone the blood supply in that area is higher and it will grow a bit faster to compensate, so it should all be fine within 12 mths.

Thank you to all that cared about Gracie . We had friends and family that really were incredible to us and we will never forget the people that were here for us when we really needed them. This was an amazing realization for me, The people that said they would always be there didn't give my baby girl a second thought. The people I never expected to be there showed so much love and kindness like we were a part of there family. These same people had so much going on and are dealing with a lot pain and they made time to call and send packages to her. I will always be grateful to them.

Grace and Brady

Happy Birthday Cayden.

Cayden, Grace, Brady and Susi

Cayden and Grace

Cayden

Today is My nephew Cayden's 1st Birthday.

Happy Birthday Buddy!

Susi, Bill and Cayden came over to play yesterday and so we could give Cayden his presents for his Birthday. I cant get over how big he was. the boys are growing up way to quickly. I made sure Bill and Susi signed Gracie's cast this time since she will have it removed on Wednesday. Hooray!

Thank You Susi for all the goodies and Bubble bath ( that will definitely be used ASAP). LOL

Happy April Fools Day!

I love pranking the kids and Frankly they Love trying to prank me.
I got them off the bus today with my underwear and Bra on the outside of my clothes. I thought this one was great and that they would be thoroughly traumatized but they weren't. they just thought it was lame and said come on mom you can do better then that. I guess I need to up my Game for next year.

• Grace Gets her Cast off in one week! YIPPEE!!!!

I cant even begin to explain just how exciting this is for us.
The first 4 weeks were really tough, with the pain and muscle spasms not to mention Oh Lord the itching. These last few weeks have been fairly comfortable for all of us.
We bought the girls a beautiful Maple wood Bunk bed and Grace has been back in her room ( Now I can read without 500 hundred questions at bedtime ) LOL

• In other news: My friend Leeann Gave birth to a baby boy on March 24th Kadle. I'm so Happy for her, Jason and Quentin. ) It's about time Lee! LOL

TWO DAYS TILL MY NEPHEW CAYDEN IS ONE YEARS OLD!!!!!!!

Dreams or Messages?

I had a Dream Friday night about my Grandmother. I woke up Saturday feeling happy and spent the day remembering her and some of the things she would say to me. She was always very loving and comforting when I needed it the most. I think about her often so I didn't really think this dream was any different then any other time. In my dreams she would tell me that she is proud of me and the life that I have made for myself and my choices . With all the stuff going on I just did not realize the date until Last night when I was typing out an invoice and noticed the date.
Saturday was the 6th anniversary of Grandma's Passing. So I wonder. was it just a dream? or was it a message from her. I hope she is watching over my family and that she is proud of me. I wish she was here. I could always talk to her about anything. I was never guarded with her, I trusted her and knew she loved me without judgement. There are things that I only told her and those things went to Heaven with her. 6 years have gone by but I still find myself wanting to pick up the phone and call her. I miss her and I feel very lucky to have had her in my life, I just wish my children could have known her and how great she was.

What's the Big Deal about Twilight???

I have to admit, I don't get it. Maybe you have to read the book first? I don't know. I am reading another series right now so maybe I will try to read it after.

I rented Twilight on DVD on Saturday and I'm sorry but I thought it was boring and Lacked Story!! I have friends and cousins that would not agree at all but I just don't get it!!!

I was very excited to see that there were several of them left and there was such hype about it that I couldn't wait to watch it. about 15 min in, David and I were already annoyed by the color. We thought it lacked the romance and fear that I really kinda expected after all the talk about it.

I'm still a little disappointed and kinda want that time back. LOL

Sorry to all of you that are at home watching Twilight for the 20Th time but I just don't get it.......

Spring Break Yippee!

My Big Man.

First Breakfast Out with Grace in Cast ( Thanks Bill Jr. )

I'm so Glad it is Spring Break. I miss the kids when they're at school all day.

Avery did a awesome job at the school program on Wednesday, We were so proud of him. He had a Solo singing part. GO AVERY, GO AVERY!

I don't have a lot of exciting things to talk about lately with Grace still in her cast but we have been getting out more often now that I can get her in the back of double stroller and Brady in the front. for weeks after the accident she was in some pain so we didn't even try but now she can flip herself from back to front and drag herself around on the floor.

This Wednesday we will go for Gracie's 6 week appointment with the Orthopedic Doc for yet another x-ray, As hard as it has been I really can't believe it has been 6 weeks. We are hoping that she will only have 2 weeks left and will finally have the cast removed. That will be a Great day.

We have been very blessed to have great friends and Family that have called and sent gifts and cards for Grace, my aunt, uncle and cousins have been so unbelievably kind to us and that means so much to David and I. I don't have a lot of family that give my kids a second thought other then my sister Susi and brother Bill. My aunt, Uncle and Cousins have shown my family so much kindness these past two months, I feel very Lucky to have them care so much about Grace and send her so many gifts. I will always remember how kind they have been to us.