Christmas Break!

I love being off! But how come we can't seem to just relax???? Kim had a CT scan this morning (just being safe with his family history), then Jill and I both went for a haircut this afternoon. We took Nicholas with us and Kim kept Curtis. Tomorrow Kim's going hunting so I'll have some time to get things together for Christmas Eve. I'm also going to lunch with Lana. That'll be a nice break. You'd think we lived hours apart as much as we see each other!

Trying to keep the reason for the season in my heart..........I love getting mail this time of the year!!! Just with everyone would send a note or picture!

Really fun day!

Kim and I took Curtis to the downtown Aquarium yesterday. We had SO much fun riding the Ferris Wheel, carousel and the train through the shark tank. Curtis was such a wonderful young man. He held the doors open for his Nana and even offered to share his "alligator" on the carousel. He was a little afraid of the dark tunnels and all the fish around us in the big tour but I thought he was a pretty brave little man when he wanted to ride the Ferris Wheel again! He kept checking that there was glass between him and the sharks though! Pretty smart dude!

Sugarland Tree Lighting

Went to downtown (or uptown) Sugarland tonight with Kim, Kristy & Kaylee.....it was really nice but cold! It's actually supposed to snow tomorrow here....we're getting snow before the east coast - now that's weird weather!

Nicolas Michael arrives!

I've had a very busy few days.....Monday morning at 12:00am Jillian called and said that she was in labor. So Kim and I went to their house....Nicholas Michael made his grand entrance at 6:15am at a whopping 9lbs 4 oz and 21 1/4 " long. He a keeper for sure! Dan says he could have won a bass boat and trailer for a whopper that size! He has a full head of hair too. Jillian is doing really well. I am so proud of that girl! They graced me with the pleasure of being in the room with them while she labored and gave birth. She does everything with such grace! Hard to believe she's my daughter!!!! Must be taking after her father!

I'm planning on posting some pictures on picassa..........check them out!!!!

Giving Thanks

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!

Life....

It's been a crazy fall. We're all "on hold" waiting on Nicholas to make his arrival. My bag is packed and ready......Kim and I have stayed busy since football season ended. They had a horrible season! Only good thing is that it ended early!

Dad is coming tomorrow for Thanksgiving. We're already down to babysit twice on Monday...the rest of the break will be spent cooking and visiting. I'm really excited to see him.

This week was the award presentation to Curtis and friends for the National Chik-Fil-A dress like a cow contest. I've posted pictures on our Picassa. They were so cute!

Stuff

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