Belt

These girls said that I looked SKINNY with my belt on.. I am going to wear a belt everyday... Love it.

WOW date night

Last night our church did a WOW date night. Get a sitter, go out to eat and talk... they provided the questions. Robert and I went to Houston's, YUM one of my favorite places, waited an hour to eat, but well worth the wait. We talked on the way to dinner about things that WOW us while we were dating, then at dinner things that WOW us now, things that WOW us that others don't know and things that WOW us that we do as parents. We laughed, shared and expressed our feelings. And to top it off I had key lime pie MY FAVORITE ever. (Robert doesn't like so I got the whole piece). A great date night without kids and a time to reflect on our relationship WOW. on a scale of 1-10 wow it was a 10 WOW....how's that for a date night.

Kindergarten birthday

Wow what a day. Kindergarten was full of fun and birthday wishes. Flowers, cards, gifts and cake plus little ones more excited it was my birthday than me. I loved it.....

Dreading my Birthday

I know most people would say really it's just another year but this year is different. This is going to be my first birthday without my mom. From as early as I can remember, my mother has always made my birthday very special. When I was younger I always got to choose what we had for dinner and then what kind of cake you wanted as well, usually from stein's bakery. As I got older, my mom always was the first to call me on my birthday and always had special treats usually flowers or something fun for spring to wear or just treats for the day. Many times over the years I often thought I'm too old for this but I have to say I really enjoyed the love from my mom. She as I've said before loved to share joy and birthdays were no exception. So the next time someone has a birthday in our family, I think I'll continue with my mother's joy and ask them what they want for dinner and what kind of cake they want.

WE did it

Yesterday Trey and I mixed up the medication only took 25 minutes and a lot of reading directions but we did it. Trey said they probably write the directions for people that aren't very smart... hum what do you think he meant by that? Anyways... we got the medication mixed and the shot given.

OH Brother

Trey's embrel has been burning when we inject so the doctor wants us to try the embrel that you have to mix on your own. Sounds like no big deal... I am stressed to the max on this. Look at this instruction sheet. It has instructions front and back. I am doing this tomorrow so please pray as I read and follow all these directions. When I asked the pharmacy how to mix he said, I'm not sure, they should have instructions. UGH. surely with a master's degree I can figure this out. Oh Brother.

Their first Valentine

I know that for most of you valentine's day is a day of love and romance.... however, with 3 boys in the house that is not usually the case.. BUT this year both boys have girls that they are sweet on and wanted to get them a valentine surprise. Mommy's heart was sad but love the fact that they both are so sweet and sensitive. Had to laugh outloud when robert was talking to them this morning about how to deliver the items. PRECIOUS.... Will let you know how it turned out.

Valentine Surprise....

Robert outdid himself and got me this gorgeous ring for valentines day.... WOW how lucky am I?

Things that make me HAPPY

I bought this bulb for my mom for christmas, but of course she never got it. I thought about throwing it away but decided to see if it would grow. Every day since Christmas, I've seen it grow and then the other day this is what I saw.... amazing. and it make me happy to think of my mom.

As most of you know, my mother was a HUGE Flordia gator fan and this weekend I found a charm at the brighton store of a gator. This makes me happy....

Happy Birthday TRAVIS

I can't believe you are 11. I remember the day you were born so vividly. Your daddy had been our of town for a long trip and just returned home only to have to take me to the hospital. Your actual due date was April 4th. You came into this world small and couldn't breathe but within hours your TRUE personality came through. Pulling out tubes and wires and being annoyed at anyone who touched you. I would come to visit you in NICU and the nurse would say we JUST got him settled. Now 11 years later you are still the same. As soon, as we get you settled, we leave you alone. :).... You have endured many many hospital visits, doctor visits (I know where we spend most of our time) pokes, IV's, bloodwork, MRIs CTscans, Bone scans.... you are quite the DR when it comes to all the information you know. You are very brave and amaze me on so many levels. NO 11 year old should be required to have this life, however, GOD made you very special and you embrace that. Your love of the LORD and your ability to recognize HIS faithfulness in all situations is amazing. You daily make us laugh with your constant announcing. Even announcing about brushing your teeth can make us all chuckle. We all know ONE day this will pay off. Your sparkling personality and grateful, sensitive heart teaches us all a thing or two about love. You always have a hug or a kiss for me and a snuggle too, this makes me happier than you know. You and your brother are the bestest friends anyone could ever ask for, fighting and all you two have a special bond that NO ONE can ever divide, Remember that as you grow old, brothers are always there for you. Your curly hair that everyone loves especially 80 year old women and that shy personality when they touch it. Most of all we are so proud of you for loving the LORD wanting to serve him and love that each day you try to have a golden heart. We don't always see it but you are always quick to say I'm sorry and for that we appreciate you. Happy Birthday Travis...... We love you dearly....

Houston

Trey and I went to Houston on Tuesday for our appointment with the arthritis doctor. He had a good checkup and she thought the embrel was helping with his flexibility. Not what Trey wanted to hear but at least we have the right drug cocktail. She also said he could double his sleep medication and at this point sleep is very very important for his arthritis. He loved that and said maybe he should not go to school but sleep. NOT....

I survived 100 days of kindergarten....

This was my normal picture before the craziness of the day started.....

I mean who can really take me seriously as I had on these glasses all day....

AT least my kids thought I looked normal....

Race for Wishes

This picture was from 2 years ago at race for wishes but taking a break from the superbowl and the weather to give a plug for Race for Wishes. The event is coming soon and TEAM TRAVIS is going to be out in full force. For the last two years, team Travis has raised enough money to grant a wish for make a wish. Start planning to attend and make a wish come true for a child. Last year we actually knew the child who received the wish, our neighbor. Look for more details to follow.

SNow Days

This picture was taken out our front window. I woke up around 4 am and the white snow was so bright. What an amazing picture of what the LORD does with our sins. Washes it white like snow. It was beautiful and amazing how bright it was at 4 am

Valentine Fun

With the boys away and extra time on my hands, I decided to get crafty. Something fun to do without boys around to say why are you making those or when are you going to make us lunch. I got all my stuff out and am happy to say it is still sitting out on the table for more work today.

A 3rd SNOW day

UGH, one day was fun two was extra fun but now this is awful... 3 days in an all boy household... get me back to kindergarten. Yesterday Robert had to work on our electric gate for over an hour to get it unfrozen, and he finally had to remove the chain and pull the gate open. After he got the gate open we had to get sand and salt to see if the car could make it uphill backwards to the ice filled alley. Can you tell that I don't like the ice. The boys are leaving tonight to head to the mountains to ski. An all boy ski trip sounds like heaven. NOT.... after being home with all boys for 3 days I am ready for some girl time. I will be thrilled to NOT watch ESPN anymore. Travis said "mommy who will you watch the superbowl with?" my response of "I don't know if I will watch it.." was not a good response, I could see the disappointment in his face. I might rent lots of girl movies and eat fruit salad and soup and finger sandwiches and enjoy my no boy household.

SNOW DAY

Snow day snow day good ole fashion snow days.... The boys are thrilled. Of course, as a teacher mom I am thrilled for Trey as he doesn't feel great but at least he's not missing anymore school which means no additional makeup work today. Hope you enjoy your day home as well.