I have so many things to give thanks for. First off....my dad came and visited us for Thanksgiving. It was a wonderful Thanksgiving Day with the entire family here. Kaylee and Curtis bring so much joy to our family. Everyone jumped in and helped and made it such a pleasant day. I thoroughly enjoy family time.
Friday was a different story. Kim went hunting so dad and I have a nice day together. We decided to go to a movie and then for a nice long walk. On the walk, dad tripped over some unever sidewalk and took a really bad fall. We ended up in the ER where he got stickes in his nose and bottom lip. Of course, he told everybody that I had been beating him up! I kept reminding him that he's in a big city now and can't say things like that! I'm surprised that Social Services didn't come in and check up on it!
Today, I was planning on a nice quiet day to get some Christmas decorating done but Jillian called at 8:00 and said that she was in pain and neede me to come watch Curtis so she could go to the hospital. She's fine but not in labor....things are progressing but not active labor so we'll just keep the bags packed! I'm eager to meet me little Nik-Nik! I've posted some pictures on Picassa....enjoy!
Haven't updated in a month....sorry........worked Journey to Damascus #78 - amazing experience! I've never worked so hard in all my life but never did any other work that was so rewarding. I sponsored two beautiful people which made it even more fun.
Jillian's sister-in-law threw a baby shower for Nicholas. It was fun and they received lots of good wishes, books and prayers for the baby. I think we're all ready to meet this little guy. I feel like it's been the longest pregnancy on record, EVER! We've been waiting for another baby since she lost Catherine! Thank you God!!!
Wednesday marks the 1st anniversary of mom's death. Hard to believe a year has gone by.......healing is still happening but I have faith that I will see her again. Funny thing is....I miss her hands most of all. I can't explain it....I see my hands in the mirror and think immediately of mom.
Sorry so short....Kim's on his way home for dinner..........check out pictures on Picassa
Jill, Curtis and I went to visit my sister, Nancy and her family this week-end. It was such a great time! She has an absolutely amazing family. I've never been around HS kids that are so awesome!!!! They take such good care of their little brother and are not ashamed of proclaiming their love of God and family. I am so proud of them. Nancy & Chris - thank you so much for everything!!!
Dean played a really great game. He's an amazing athlete! It was so much fun yelling "Hit somebody!!!" Then when Rudy had an "accident" he took such great care of him....Rudy is really lucky to have such a wonderful big brother.
Kurt was fun......he's still the freshman (you know what I mean!) but is such a nice guy!!! He helps with Rudy quite a bit too.
I can't say enough about Rudy (of course, I may be a little prejudice since he's my Godson). He shared all his toys with Curtis and didn't complain much at all.
Curtis was pretty darn amazing too. I know I've said it before, but Jillian and Jacob are amazing parents. This little guy is so well mannered and fun loving. He held in 5 hours worth of pent up energy on the plane. We thought he was going to explode when we disembarked! What a cutie patootie!!!!
Gotta end to get ready for bed but wanted to tell everyone interested what a great time it was. Feel free to view the pictures!!!!!
OK - figured it was time to get a little updating to this thing. All is well.......Kim and I celebrated our 33th wedding anniversary August 28. How did that happen so fast? We know we are so blessed! It's definitely not like it was our wedding day.....THANK GOD! We are still in love though and are best friends. I don't know of many people that can say that.
Dad is doing so well. Still traveling lots of places by car. I'm nervous about him next month since I can't get there for the anniversary of mom's death. I'm going to try and see if one of the kids can go.
Jill, Jacob and Curtis just got back from visiting Jacob's grandma in Minnesota. They had a great time but found out today that one of Jacob's aunts has the swine flu. That's scary with Jillian being pregnant. Guess we'll just have to wait and pray. I sure wish they'd take a trip to Florida to see my dad. He sure can use a visit from them.
Dan, Kristy and Kaylee were in the valley again for a week. Kristy's dad still has some health problems so it's nice for them to give Paulette a break. Maybe they can go to Florida?????
Yeah...I'm workin' it! :)
