I haven't posted for a while. I've thought about it often, but just haven't had the energy, time or motivation to post. Until now for some reason.
Our family is facing some tough things right now and I guess I didn't feel it was appropriate to share. It still isn't, but hopefully we'll know what one outcome is soon.
The boys are doing ok. Little League is done for this season. B finished up on a very high note: When he was catching, he tagged a guy out at home and then when he was pitching, he caught a fly THEN tagged the kid out a first who was attempting to get to second. Very exciting, I have to say.
Jay and B's orchestra has ended also. They finished up with a concert on Thursday. Movie and TV theme songs. It was very cute. B's favorite song was Do Re Mi and Jay's was Mission Impossible.
B continues to do his acting classes on Monday and Wednesday and I promised Jay that once Little League was over we'd get him into guitar lessons.
Mike is doing well also, his latest project is installing bricks around the back of the house's flower beds. It looks very, very nice.
Tonight he has a double header baseball game.
S is well, four. He gets into trouble ALL the time, annoys the heck out of his brothers and then is the cutest thing in the whole wide world five minutes later. Last night on our walk he exclaimed, Mom! Dad! Look! It's the bug that lights up his BUTT!!!! Ah, yes, the joys of boy-ness.....
I'm working on the second installment of the Seeds of Grace newsletter. It's turning out really well if I don't say so......
We got to see Dad a couple of weeks ago. He looks great though I'm sure it's a daily balancing act to find his new normal.
Lauri had her baby: Brandon James. He is absolutely adorable and keeping her and Mitch busy :)
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Sunday, June 8, 2008
Wow, what a week. But today feels SO good. "I" actually have control of what the day looks like. No more running the kids around sometimes several times a day, no more last minute dashes here and there for the mission trip and dad is home to help out with the kids. It feels SO good!!!!!!
Doesn't that sound just incredibly selfish.....I can't help it. I have given of myself over and over this week and truth be told, I'm a little burned out. Just a little.
But let me back up and explain.
The first week without school went like this......
Tons of little league games
Numerous play dates with kids running in and out of the house (I actually love this part, except when the kiddos leave, then S gets all bummed out).
Getting boy scout stuff for J
Hubby being out of town
Two of the three kids getting sick on the SAME day: B with a migraine that kicked his butt and resulted in puking four times and J with some weird virus: 101.2 temp and 'bathroom' issues....... the Lysol got quite a work out those two days
Numerous melt downs from Mr. four year who is trying to adjust to having the kids home and absolutely no schedule AND spending A LOT of time in the car
Bunny worries....they left the nest yesterday. Mike started up the edger and they freaked and scattered, poor things. I caught most of them and put them back in the nest, but they were done. They hopped right out again. Mike said he saw one of them eating the grass so I'm thinking they were ready.
Friday night we went to a party for our neighbor after Little League.
Saturday we had a game (we tied, it was a heart breaker) and then Saturday night B and I went to Pastor Carol's ordination service. WOW is all I can say. I heard the Bishop give a sermon that kicked butt! He was awesome. This is so cute. After the whole service (3 hours!!!!!!), we were out in the reception area getting ready to go see Carol and the bishop was there greeting people. B and I walked by and I shook his hand, B shook his hand and said: 'Your long speech really inspired me.'
You GOTTA love 10 year olds. It was so cute. He really did incredible for a three hour service, better than me actually!!!!
It was truly an incredibly night.
And the biggest thing of all yesterday was getting to see off the mission folks. Yes, they left in all 15 vans and trucks headin' down to New Orleans. Honestly, it was kind of a big ole let down. All that work.......
Again, it's all about me, huh????
Actually I was all teared up and a blubbering mess. All the kids were so pumped, you gotta love high school and college age kids enthusiasm, it's just contagious.
So now it's focus on the next trip in July........ having done the big one first, this one should be a breeze (she says so confidently.........)
So what's on the agenda today?? Well, after I sign off here, I'm off to Lowe's (gotta support Tanya's family) to get three hostas and three other low-blooming plants to finish off the crab apple tree and CLEAN MY HOUSE. It is SO disgusting as it just has gotten absolutely NO attention this week. YUCK. Plus it's SO humid out, it just feels gross........
Mike and I also need to sit down and do the I-600a (thank you SO much for the note Tanya. I swear, I could NOT get through this process without you).
I hope everyone is enjoying their Sunday - I have so many cool, cool things to post.....insipiring things.
Love to all.......
Doesn't that sound just incredibly selfish.....I can't help it. I have given of myself over and over this week and truth be told, I'm a little burned out. Just a little.
But let me back up and explain.
The first week without school went like this......
Tons of little league games
Numerous play dates with kids running in and out of the house (I actually love this part, except when the kiddos leave, then S gets all bummed out).
Getting boy scout stuff for J
Hubby being out of town
Two of the three kids getting sick on the SAME day: B with a migraine that kicked his butt and resulted in puking four times and J with some weird virus: 101.2 temp and 'bathroom' issues....... the Lysol got quite a work out those two days
Numerous melt downs from Mr. four year who is trying to adjust to having the kids home and absolutely no schedule AND spending A LOT of time in the car
Bunny worries....they left the nest yesterday. Mike started up the edger and they freaked and scattered, poor things. I caught most of them and put them back in the nest, but they were done. They hopped right out again. Mike said he saw one of them eating the grass so I'm thinking they were ready.
Friday night we went to a party for our neighbor after Little League.
Saturday we had a game (we tied, it was a heart breaker) and then Saturday night B and I went to Pastor Carol's ordination service. WOW is all I can say. I heard the Bishop give a sermon that kicked butt! He was awesome. This is so cute. After the whole service (3 hours!!!!!!), we were out in the reception area getting ready to go see Carol and the bishop was there greeting people. B and I walked by and I shook his hand, B shook his hand and said: 'Your long speech really inspired me.'
You GOTTA love 10 year olds. It was so cute. He really did incredible for a three hour service, better than me actually!!!!
It was truly an incredibly night.
And the biggest thing of all yesterday was getting to see off the mission folks. Yes, they left in all 15 vans and trucks headin' down to New Orleans. Honestly, it was kind of a big ole let down. All that work.......
Again, it's all about me, huh????
Actually I was all teared up and a blubbering mess. All the kids were so pumped, you gotta love high school and college age kids enthusiasm, it's just contagious.
So now it's focus on the next trip in July........ having done the big one first, this one should be a breeze (she says so confidently.........)
So what's on the agenda today?? Well, after I sign off here, I'm off to Lowe's (gotta support Tanya's family) to get three hostas and three other low-blooming plants to finish off the crab apple tree and CLEAN MY HOUSE. It is SO disgusting as it just has gotten absolutely NO attention this week. YUCK. Plus it's SO humid out, it just feels gross........
Mike and I also need to sit down and do the I-600a (thank you SO much for the note Tanya. I swear, I could NOT get through this process without you).
I hope everyone is enjoying their Sunday - I have so many cool, cool things to post.....insipiring things.
Love to all.......
Thursday, June 5, 2008
Well, the summer schedule has begun with a fury!
Both older boys are taking summer orchestra with a bunch of their friends and what I thought might be a 'good' car pooling schedule is somewhat crazy.
I drop B off at 8:30, he gets picked up at 9:30 and brought home, then I drop off the big boys at 10:30 and they are deposited back here around 11:30. This schedule changes every week unfortunately.
Next week B starts Kids Kab (summer play) on Mondays and Wednesdays so I'll have to factor that in as well. This wouldn't be bad, but it's in a 'bad' part of town, meaning no 'good' way to get there and right at rush hour. Thankfully I think I DO have a good car pooling schedule worked out for this one.
Mikey is out of town this week and B has four Little League games/practices/make ups. His game tonight is 'under the lights.' It's very exciting for the kids - it's also at a really cool park - the older kids and adults play here - very professional!
J is bugging the crap out of me for guitar lessons.
I know, I know, I did this all to myself, but here's what we presented to the kids: take a big vacation, which I have no idea how in the world we would have paid for anyway or do things around here this summer (and save a ton of money) and with the adoption, saving money is key :) Besides, the kids are only off eight weeks this year. What the heck?
In adoption news, we have our second homestudy visit scheduled for the 20th and all our medicals on the 10th. I sent a note to our social worker today to see if we should go ahead and send in our I-600 to the US government. I have no idea what this is, but I know it's important and expires, so you have to time it when you send it in.....
This week is the Big One. The last week before the folks head down to New Orleans for the mission trip. Everthing that I've been working on since November will be finished on Saturday. It's kind of a let down actually, not sure why..... but this week has just been crazy. I get calls all day long: did we do this, can we change this, who still owes money (I HATE making those calls), etc. It's been crazy.
My friends from Seeds of Grace got in touch with me to put out the June installment of their newsletter so when I have free time :) I can start working on that. I think this time I may try Publisher........
Jay and I are starting to plan for his canoe trip (his first outing with Boy Scouts). One good thing is I think he can use Mike's hiking boots, which is a huge expense taken care of, but we need to stock up on a good sleeping bag, mess kit, rain gear, extra clothes, etc.
I'm totally freaking out about Jay being gone, truth be told. AND he'll be gone for a WEEK in July. My stomach just clenched thinking about it. I don't like it when all my chickies aren't home in the nest :)
Speaking of nests, there is a nest of baby bunnies right in front of the house. Honestly, it's stressing me out more than anything. I've only seen the mommy a couple of times - how do you know when she comes?? How do I know if I need to save the babies or not???? Last night it rained hard here and I kept waking up worrying about the babies hoping they weren't getting soaked. So today I put one of the kid's stepping stools over the next so they won't get wet if it rains today. Argh.....this is the LAST think I need to be worrying about!!!!!!
OH! J got his report card: all A's. I'm so incredibly proud of him and actually, in awe. How did I of all people, get a kid who does so well in school??? When daddy gets back a trip to the Mongolian BBQ is in store.
Bee also did VERY VERY well in school, all checks and check pluses. He also got a very nice note from his teacher telling him what a great kid he is and that he 'possesses a quiet strength' that will help in leading the younger kids next year. I had to chuckle because I've never used the term 'quiet' ever to describe B in any terms. :)
J will be taking confirmation next year in church. This will be a huge, huge year and a very big committment. J will have to be in class every week as will Mike and/I for the parent classes. There are also retreats and field trips. I'm SO looking forward to it for Jay on SO many levels.
Well, I just got another work email that needs attention.... I'll try to update soon!!!!
Both older boys are taking summer orchestra with a bunch of their friends and what I thought might be a 'good' car pooling schedule is somewhat crazy.
I drop B off at 8:30, he gets picked up at 9:30 and brought home, then I drop off the big boys at 10:30 and they are deposited back here around 11:30. This schedule changes every week unfortunately.
Next week B starts Kids Kab (summer play) on Mondays and Wednesdays so I'll have to factor that in as well. This wouldn't be bad, but it's in a 'bad' part of town, meaning no 'good' way to get there and right at rush hour. Thankfully I think I DO have a good car pooling schedule worked out for this one.
Mikey is out of town this week and B has four Little League games/practices/make ups. His game tonight is 'under the lights.' It's very exciting for the kids - it's also at a really cool park - the older kids and adults play here - very professional!
J is bugging the crap out of me for guitar lessons.
I know, I know, I did this all to myself, but here's what we presented to the kids: take a big vacation, which I have no idea how in the world we would have paid for anyway or do things around here this summer (and save a ton of money) and with the adoption, saving money is key :) Besides, the kids are only off eight weeks this year. What the heck?
In adoption news, we have our second homestudy visit scheduled for the 20th and all our medicals on the 10th. I sent a note to our social worker today to see if we should go ahead and send in our I-600 to the US government. I have no idea what this is, but I know it's important and expires, so you have to time it when you send it in.....
This week is the Big One. The last week before the folks head down to New Orleans for the mission trip. Everthing that I've been working on since November will be finished on Saturday. It's kind of a let down actually, not sure why..... but this week has just been crazy. I get calls all day long: did we do this, can we change this, who still owes money (I HATE making those calls), etc. It's been crazy.
My friends from Seeds of Grace got in touch with me to put out the June installment of their newsletter so when I have free time :) I can start working on that. I think this time I may try Publisher........
Jay and I are starting to plan for his canoe trip (his first outing with Boy Scouts). One good thing is I think he can use Mike's hiking boots, which is a huge expense taken care of, but we need to stock up on a good sleeping bag, mess kit, rain gear, extra clothes, etc.
I'm totally freaking out about Jay being gone, truth be told. AND he'll be gone for a WEEK in July. My stomach just clenched thinking about it. I don't like it when all my chickies aren't home in the nest :)
Speaking of nests, there is a nest of baby bunnies right in front of the house. Honestly, it's stressing me out more than anything. I've only seen the mommy a couple of times - how do you know when she comes?? How do I know if I need to save the babies or not???? Last night it rained hard here and I kept waking up worrying about the babies hoping they weren't getting soaked. So today I put one of the kid's stepping stools over the next so they won't get wet if it rains today. Argh.....this is the LAST think I need to be worrying about!!!!!!
OH! J got his report card: all A's. I'm so incredibly proud of him and actually, in awe. How did I of all people, get a kid who does so well in school??? When daddy gets back a trip to the Mongolian BBQ is in store.
Bee also did VERY VERY well in school, all checks and check pluses. He also got a very nice note from his teacher telling him what a great kid he is and that he 'possesses a quiet strength' that will help in leading the younger kids next year. I had to chuckle because I've never used the term 'quiet' ever to describe B in any terms. :)
J will be taking confirmation next year in church. This will be a huge, huge year and a very big committment. J will have to be in class every week as will Mike and/I for the parent classes. There are also retreats and field trips. I'm SO looking forward to it for Jay on SO many levels.
Well, I just got another work email that needs attention.... I'll try to update soon!!!!
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Adoption Update
I'm sure some of you who read this blog are wondering what is going on with our adoption!
Well, we are chugging along, I guess. We are waiting for our second homestudy visit (there are three). We've gathered most of the required paperwork and the next big hurdle is the medical visits for everyone. That appointment is scheduled for June 10th. Poor Mikey will have to get a TB test on his 43rd birthday :(
The next big thing is training. I found out from our contact here in the states that we need to do three online classes for Beacon House. Unfortunately this is proving to take some time for us. To do it 'right' and well, you really need to take your time doing all the homework and really imagining all the aspects of becoming a 'conspicuous' family.
I'm one lesson away from finishing the first 'class' - I"m not sure where Mikey is..... Then we'll need to do the other three. UGH. I say ugh only to the timing. The classes are actually great. There are just times when I look at my family and I'm SO ready to get on a plane tomorrow and get the I600, etc. and just bring our child home. I know, I know, I know, all in God's timing. I truly believe that, but it's hard on this human brain sometimes.....
This article was on the Ghana Yahoo Group. Anita who is the coordinator for AAI posted it. I thought my family and anyone thinking of adopting from Ghana would enjoy it: It's from a student studying abroad in Ghana.....
My Life in Ghana
By Abby Wihl, an American Journalism Student, on 27-05-2008 19:55
Published in : Main News, Features
I wanted to learn about Ghana. I wanted to learn how the media operate in a country that has embraced democracy and freedom of access to information in sub-Saharan Africa.
I am a journalism student from American University in Washington, D.C., and this is the first time I have been to Ghana and to Africa.
The prospect of learning Ghanaian journalism from Ghanaians truly excites me. The willingness of the Accra Daily Mail to allow me to do my internship with them for the summer makes me feel honored.
I hope that I will be like a sponge and absorb everything that is shared with me. ‘Majestic’ is the only word that describes Ghana and its people.
Everyone I have met has been kind and helpful, and the tour books are certainly correct when they say Ghanaians are some of the friendliest people in the world. I have been in Accra almost a week. I have been planning my trip since last autumn.S
o far, I have not been able to do the Ghanaian handshake properly. Maybe after two months, I will be able to create a loud snap without even trying. Further, I love watching people carry things on their heads. I am extremely clumsy. I can only imagine how it is possible that a person could carry an entire basket filled to the brim with wares.
Accra is much busier than I expected. I am learning not to cringe, as cars barrel pass me when I walk through the city.I have been able to watch some Ghanaian television. I am fascinated by the advertisements. I think I can almost sing some of the jingles.
The food is delicious, I really enjoy coco yam. Unfortunately, I am allergic to groundnuts, so I am unable to try groundnut soup, described to me as an absolute delicacy.
In contrast to the United States, every Ghanaian that I have met appears to be content and at peace. If I learn anything this summer, I hope it is to be content with and thankful for the opportunities that have been given to me. I am so thankful to the Accra Daily Mail and to Harruna Attah, the Editor, for letting me join them this summer.
Updated Baby News: no news yet. Lauri is 'resting' at home. She's in labor for sure, but it's just not getting 'bad' bad yet. I'm thinking tomorrow.........
Well, we are chugging along, I guess. We are waiting for our second homestudy visit (there are three). We've gathered most of the required paperwork and the next big hurdle is the medical visits for everyone. That appointment is scheduled for June 10th. Poor Mikey will have to get a TB test on his 43rd birthday :(
The next big thing is training. I found out from our contact here in the states that we need to do three online classes for Beacon House. Unfortunately this is proving to take some time for us. To do it 'right' and well, you really need to take your time doing all the homework and really imagining all the aspects of becoming a 'conspicuous' family.
I'm one lesson away from finishing the first 'class' - I"m not sure where Mikey is..... Then we'll need to do the other three. UGH. I say ugh only to the timing. The classes are actually great. There are just times when I look at my family and I'm SO ready to get on a plane tomorrow and get the I600, etc. and just bring our child home. I know, I know, I know, all in God's timing. I truly believe that, but it's hard on this human brain sometimes.....
This article was on the Ghana Yahoo Group. Anita who is the coordinator for AAI posted it. I thought my family and anyone thinking of adopting from Ghana would enjoy it: It's from a student studying abroad in Ghana.....
My Life in Ghana
By Abby Wihl, an American Journalism Student, on 27-05-2008 19:55
Published in : Main News, Features
I wanted to learn about Ghana. I wanted to learn how the media operate in a country that has embraced democracy and freedom of access to information in sub-Saharan Africa.
I am a journalism student from American University in Washington, D.C., and this is the first time I have been to Ghana and to Africa.
The prospect of learning Ghanaian journalism from Ghanaians truly excites me. The willingness of the Accra Daily Mail to allow me to do my internship with them for the summer makes me feel honored.
I hope that I will be like a sponge and absorb everything that is shared with me. ‘Majestic’ is the only word that describes Ghana and its people.
Everyone I have met has been kind and helpful, and the tour books are certainly correct when they say Ghanaians are some of the friendliest people in the world. I have been in Accra almost a week. I have been planning my trip since last autumn.S
o far, I have not been able to do the Ghanaian handshake properly. Maybe after two months, I will be able to create a loud snap without even trying. Further, I love watching people carry things on their heads. I am extremely clumsy. I can only imagine how it is possible that a person could carry an entire basket filled to the brim with wares.
Accra is much busier than I expected. I am learning not to cringe, as cars barrel pass me when I walk through the city.I have been able to watch some Ghanaian television. I am fascinated by the advertisements. I think I can almost sing some of the jingles.
The food is delicious, I really enjoy coco yam. Unfortunately, I am allergic to groundnuts, so I am unable to try groundnut soup, described to me as an absolute delicacy.
In contrast to the United States, every Ghanaian that I have met appears to be content and at peace. If I learn anything this summer, I hope it is to be content with and thankful for the opportunities that have been given to me. I am so thankful to the Accra Daily Mail and to Harruna Attah, the Editor, for letting me join them this summer.
Updated Baby News: no news yet. Lauri is 'resting' at home. She's in labor for sure, but it's just not getting 'bad' bad yet. I'm thinking tomorrow.........
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
OH!! p.s. we're on baby watch!!!!
Lauri, Bev's youngest daughter WAS due on May 22, but that baby is just too comfy in mom's tummy :)
Dad sent out a note that last night Lauri wasn't comfortable, feeling restless - they headed to the hospital only to be sent home!
She's dilated to 1 - so not enough to keep her yet!
Oh man does this bring back memories!!!!!
Lauri, Bev's youngest daughter WAS due on May 22, but that baby is just too comfy in mom's tummy :)
Dad sent out a note that last night Lauri wasn't comfortable, feeling restless - they headed to the hospital only to be sent home!
She's dilated to 1 - so not enough to keep her yet!
Oh man does this bring back memories!!!!!
Whew, what a weekend. Pick an emotion, we've had it: joy, anticipation, frustration, weariness, contentment, excitement, anger, happiness, proud, scared, nervous.....
Friday, Mikey was off so we ran some errands, I worked and S had his last full time at preschool :( We go to school on Thursday for good-bye visits.
Saturday we had a game, they tied, what a game too. They scored five runs in the top of the last inning to get in the lead and then the other team scored a run in the last inning to tie. Very exciting, I actually jumped up a couple of times out of sheer excitement!
Saturday we also primed and painted the first coat of paint on the deck. Everybody chipped in. I was SO proud of the boys, they didn't complain or whine, they just joyfully did their part.
So Saturday night Mike and I were exhausted and I was hoping to get a good night's sleep. Ummm, didn't happen. First S started coughing at 12:00, then I started thinking of earlier events in the day. It seems S went potty in the port a potty and I didn't know! I know, I know what kind of mom am I??? J was in charge for a time while I watched the game. When Mike found out S had used the port a potty, he FREAKED saying " WHY did S use THAT port a potty. Last week when I was in there, I almost PUKED it was so nasty."
So then I was worrying all night that he touched something nasty and I just KNEW that he was coughing because at ANY minute he was going to puke. Or worse yet, my mind starting wandering about all the what if's: what if there was a weirdo lurking about, what if S actually fell in the port a potty....what if what if. I KNOW all the moms out there are totally feeling my angst....... ARGH what a night.
But Sunday proved to be AWESOME!!!!
We got to catch up with neighbors we haven't seen for a long time, meet our new neighbors, and relax and just enjoy the company. Mike played some bags, S made some new friends and the older boys were filthy and tired from what playing outside all day does.
Then it rained Sunday night and Mike and I were afraid our paint job was ruined, but it seemed to dry ok.
We went to the Memorial Day parade and saw even MORE long-time friends and was able to catch up again. I'm so glad Mike was here this year. Normally, it's just me and S going to the parade and the Memorial Day parade is such a special one. We recongnize all those who live in our community who've given their time and service for our country, it's very emotional.
This year, it was Mike's turn to get emotional. There was a survivor from the USS Indianapolis there. If you are aware of the story, this was a sub that was torpedo'd in shark infested waters. Only roughly 300 men survived to be rescued. It was an honor to have him in the parade as with all the others as to my family members who have and currently serving our country. Thank you, we truly appreciate it.
Yesterday after the parade we putzed around the house more and then decided to put the gazebo thingie up. We didn't get done with all our 'stuff' until late.
I got an email from my mom. I guess they had had some terrible terrible weather, tornadoes were very close to her house and she got 11 inches of rain! Things aren't calmed down yet and aren't expected to be until tomorrow. Yikes. We are thinking of you mom!!!!
The kid's last day of school is Thursday. Wow! Friday we'll leave for up north for Bev's Memorial, then get back home Saturday as B has another game and Sunday is absolutely crazy for me. Jay has a swimming test for Boy Scouts, then I'll be at work basically all day. :(
Lots of hugs to everyone, I'll post some pictures of the weekend.......
Friday, Mikey was off so we ran some errands, I worked and S had his last full time at preschool :( We go to school on Thursday for good-bye visits.
Saturday we had a game, they tied, what a game too. They scored five runs in the top of the last inning to get in the lead and then the other team scored a run in the last inning to tie. Very exciting, I actually jumped up a couple of times out of sheer excitement!
Saturday we also primed and painted the first coat of paint on the deck. Everybody chipped in. I was SO proud of the boys, they didn't complain or whine, they just joyfully did their part.
So Saturday night Mike and I were exhausted and I was hoping to get a good night's sleep. Ummm, didn't happen. First S started coughing at 12:00, then I started thinking of earlier events in the day. It seems S went potty in the port a potty and I didn't know! I know, I know what kind of mom am I??? J was in charge for a time while I watched the game. When Mike found out S had used the port a potty, he FREAKED saying " WHY did S use THAT port a potty. Last week when I was in there, I almost PUKED it was so nasty."
So then I was worrying all night that he touched something nasty and I just KNEW that he was coughing because at ANY minute he was going to puke. Or worse yet, my mind starting wandering about all the what if's: what if there was a weirdo lurking about, what if S actually fell in the port a potty....what if what if. I KNOW all the moms out there are totally feeling my angst....... ARGH what a night.
But Sunday proved to be AWESOME!!!!
We got to catch up with neighbors we haven't seen for a long time, meet our new neighbors, and relax and just enjoy the company. Mike played some bags, S made some new friends and the older boys were filthy and tired from what playing outside all day does.
Then it rained Sunday night and Mike and I were afraid our paint job was ruined, but it seemed to dry ok.
We went to the Memorial Day parade and saw even MORE long-time friends and was able to catch up again. I'm so glad Mike was here this year. Normally, it's just me and S going to the parade and the Memorial Day parade is such a special one. We recongnize all those who live in our community who've given their time and service for our country, it's very emotional.
This year, it was Mike's turn to get emotional. There was a survivor from the USS Indianapolis there. If you are aware of the story, this was a sub that was torpedo'd in shark infested waters. Only roughly 300 men survived to be rescued. It was an honor to have him in the parade as with all the others as to my family members who have and currently serving our country. Thank you, we truly appreciate it.
Yesterday after the parade we putzed around the house more and then decided to put the gazebo thingie up. We didn't get done with all our 'stuff' until late.
I got an email from my mom. I guess they had had some terrible terrible weather, tornadoes were very close to her house and she got 11 inches of rain! Things aren't calmed down yet and aren't expected to be until tomorrow. Yikes. We are thinking of you mom!!!!
The kid's last day of school is Thursday. Wow! Friday we'll leave for up north for Bev's Memorial, then get back home Saturday as B has another game and Sunday is absolutely crazy for me. Jay has a swimming test for Boy Scouts, then I'll be at work basically all day. :(
Lots of hugs to everyone, I'll post some pictures of the weekend.......
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