Mr. Personality

I met my husband on a blind date. My little sister and her boyfriend at the time set us up. He was a teacher at her high school. Random?-Yes! Life-changing?-Yes. That night I met the love of my life. I knew after our that first date that we would be married. Here we are almost ten years later and so much has happened. We were pregnant two months into marriage so I guess you can say we hit the ground running. Money, sex, babies, surgeries, death-we have definitely had our share of ups and downs. I knew that at some point one of our children would be like Matt. He has his smile, his energy, his hair. I found a picture of Matt today taken when he was one. The resemblance is uncanny. I look at Maverick and imagine that this is what Matt was like as a baby. I pray that he will grow to be an amazing man like his father.

On my mind

When the day is long and the night, the night is yours alone, When you're sure you've had enough of this life, well hang on. Don't let yourself go, 'cause everybody cries and everybody hurts sometimes.

Sometimes everything is wrong. Now it's time to sing along. When your day is night alone, (hold on, hold on) If you feel like letting go, (hold on) When you think you've had too much of this life, well hang on.

'Cause everybody hurts. Take comfort in your friends. Everybody hurts. Don't throw your hand. Oh, no. Don't throw your hand. If you feel like you're alone, no, no, no you are not alone.
(Berry/Buck)

You are in my prayers-hang in there bro.

Sassy and Sweet

We had the girls sixteen months apart. Close together in age but worlds apart in personality. I didn't set out doing anything different in parenting them and yet they are so unique in their own ways. Kinley (on the left) is small for her size but makes up for it in attitude. She was a leader from the start. The trick has been setting boundaries for her without breaking her spirit. She is a perfectionist by nature always striving to do and be the best. She will be the one that gives me grey hair as she grows but I can see her being my great friend when she is an adult.

Karson (on the right) has been a love since birth. Born with a spirit unlike anything I have ever seen. She has been an absolute joy every day of her life. She will be eight years old next week and is growing up so fast. I love both of you girls so much. You are both my joy and I am so thankful for you.

Field Trip

I joined Karson and her class as a sponsor today on a field trip. We went to Rose State to see a production called Bodiology. Cheesy songs about what our bodies are made up of and how to take care of them. It was great fun and I enjoyed getting to spend some one on one with Karson. I have to say that I am so thankful that Matt is so flexible. He took the entire day off just to watch the boys. I love that it was important to him that I be able to go with Karson. He has traveled so much since we have been married and I am becoming quite spoiled having him in town now.

Weekend Fun

Rosy cheeks, skinned knees, ratty hair, dirty nails, dirt ring around the bathtub, all four kids asleep by 7:00 - A great weekend. On Saturday Matt and his dad spent most of the morning fixing a leak in our bathroom. I took the older three kids to the grocery store to pick up food for our cookout. We had friends over that evening and had a great time. It was the first time we have fired up the grill since winter. We spent Sunday playing out in the yard and soaking in the warm sun. Great weekend!!!

YEH!!!!

I'm so GLAD that Sangia is going home!!!!!! Now the real talent will have a chance to shine.

Back in the Saddle

So I hit the gym today. You know it's been a long time when they red flag your account. 28 days off-yep what a break. I hopped on the elliptical trainer thinking I would bust out a good 30-minute workout. Five minutes into it I feel like I am going to vomit. How many days does it take to re-form a habit?

Our Little Poet

Kinley was recognized at school today for being a Piedmont Poet. She has memorized and recited 10 poems of at least 50 words this year. She will get to attend a special field trip and she received a really cool Wildcat car sticker. We are very proud of you Kinley!!!!!

About Me

10 Things I love

1. Diet Coke

2. Gap favorite t (black, white, grey)

3. Brownie mix

4. Sweats

5. New white sneakers

6. Fresh cut flowers

7. Vodka tonic with lime (hot day by the pool)

8. Sunset

9. Clean sheets

10. New socks

Just thought I would share something light today-Kristy

Fast and Furious

The last 24 hours has been a blur in this house. A stomach bug hit my family like a freight train leaving in it's path achy bodies and vomit laundry. It started with me and ended with the baby sparing only Kinley. Even Matt got it, which is strange. He has only been sick one other time since we have been married. The good news is that we are all better today! I have to say that if we have to get a bug I prefer the quick ones. In the moment they are quite intense but pass so quick. Today will be filled with lots of TLC, movie watching, saltine crackers, mopping of the bathrooms, and laundry.

Reality

If you think you have it bad, spend a day at Children's Hospital. What a reality check!!! Even still, I hate going down there. Everything about the hospital makes my stomach hurt. Walking through the halls I can still hear the screams of past tests being done that I could not go in on due to being pregnant with Kinley. Even the smell of the hand soap in the bathroom makes me want to vomit. Another test today-Lots of blood, lots of tears, lots of bathroom trips (on my part). Trying everything in my power to make it better but coming up just a little bit short. My brave little girl, you show so much strength.

I'm in a funk today. I think the last few weeks of running on adrenaline and diet coke are catching up with me. The weather didn't help either. It was pretty grey outside so I spent the entire day in my jammies playing with the baby and eating the kids Easter candy. Matt and Maddox went to the lake so it was pretty quiet around the house. More doctor appointments tomorrow. I am getting sick of them.

Happy easter everyone!!!!!

Deliver

The hand of the Lord has done this. (Job 12:9)

I believe that God delivers in three ways. I think he will deliver us through a situation, out of a situation or deliver us unto him. This week my God delivered again. This is not the first time he has deliver my family through a trial. I am so overcome with thankfulness for the amazing work he has done in Karson. He continues to perform miracles in her daily. She is already such a testimony and I cannot wait to see what the Lord has in store for her. Thank-you to everyone for all of your support and prayers. We are a blessed family with so much to rejoice about this Easter weekend.

American Idol

Maverick says "Vote Sanjaya"

Armor

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. Put on the full armor of God that you may be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.
Ephesians 6:10-12

This weekend has been pretty uneventful.(The way I like it) I took the older kids to Sam's club today for some serious bulk shopping. This family can go through the food. The weather here was beautiful today, and I have an itching to plant my spring and summer flowers. I am looking forward to Easter this next weekend. We are having Matt's family over for lunch and egg hunting. We have Karson's neuro appointment on Tuesday so if you are reading this please keep us in your prayers.