I guess it's time for an update. :)
Problem is, so much time has passesd I don't even know what to say. I feel like nothing much has changed.
Let's see...we had a busy "medical month" in July with the kids and I all getting random things. Gina had croup, Myles had what I thought was an eye infection but turned out to just be a stye, and I had an infection as well. I've visited the Walgreens Take Care Clinics a little too often at this point!!
Derrick is still job searching. He's getting close with one particular company, but I'm staying cautiously optimistic and just putting my faith in God. I know the right thing will happen at the right time...and if this isn't it, I truly feel like it'll happen soon. Just continue to pray for us on that front.
We visited another new church this past week...that makes number 4 so far. Does that mean we are really picky? I liked this one though. It was much more racially diverse, which made us both more comfortable, and it was just a very laid back, down to earth environment that we both connected with. It still has a few "downsides", but I think I've been looking for the "perfect fit". If I could just take bits and pieces of each of the churches we've visited and combine them, it'd be great. :)
Myles is in swim lessons and having a great time. He's so much more relaxed than last year. And it works out perfectly because Cindy takes him and Cheyenne at the same time on Tuesday mornings, so I don't even have to go. (That sounds bad, doesn't it??) But he will finally put his whole head under, and they are working on floating. When I take him to the pool he mainly just likes to play, but he's not so scared anymore. He loves having fun in the waterpark and standing under the buckets as they fill with water just to overturn on his head. Something he'd have NEVER done before.
Cindy is having surgery Aug. 8th on her shoulder, so we're currently trying to find someome to watch the kids for that day and the following week. It's times like this I really hate being a working mom. Especially since I don't have any vacation time left.
Well, I think that's about it for now. I will try to get back in the habit of updating this several times a week. I've missed it, and missed staying in touch with everyone.
Have a good night!
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Saturday, July 12, 2008
I guess every kid has their "thing"...
when they get sick....
for some it's colds, others get a lot of ear infections, ours get croup.
Gina is the victim this time, poor thing.
As scary as it is, we've been through it so many times now it's almost routine. As soon as we hear that cough...and any parent that has heard it knows what I mean...you know they have it. You don't need any doctor to tell you.
So, she's had her steroids and also got a good cough medicine for now or any other time she has a cough, and she's on the mend.
Unfortunately, it's been really humid this weekend and it's very hot in the house, and that probably isn't helping anything. (I know it sure isn't helping my demeanor).
I hate seeing either one of them sick, but Gilna is a cuddler by nature, so when she gets sick it's really pitiful. She just wanted to be held and rest her head on my shoulder and hold my hand. That's such a rare treat these days, I treasure it.
for some it's colds, others get a lot of ear infections, ours get croup.
Gina is the victim this time, poor thing.
As scary as it is, we've been through it so many times now it's almost routine. As soon as we hear that cough...and any parent that has heard it knows what I mean...you know they have it. You don't need any doctor to tell you.
So, she's had her steroids and also got a good cough medicine for now or any other time she has a cough, and she's on the mend.
Unfortunately, it's been really humid this weekend and it's very hot in the house, and that probably isn't helping anything. (I know it sure isn't helping my demeanor).
I hate seeing either one of them sick, but Gilna is a cuddler by nature, so when she gets sick it's really pitiful. She just wanted to be held and rest her head on my shoulder and hold my hand. That's such a rare treat these days, I treasure it.
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Fun Fourth of July
We had a great day with the kids. I have lots of pictures, but can't upload them on this camera, so those will have to wait.
But, we went to the Springdale Family Fun Fourth of July.
They had food and a petting zoo and pony rides (which I didn't figure out until they were closing) and tons of booths with face painting, tatoos, baloon animals, cariactures, etc and a huge inflatable slide and a bounce house.
Myles first asked to get his face painted. I figured he'd get up there and bail out, as he's never let anyone do it before. But he didn't...he sat through the whole thing and got a huge star around his eye and some smaller stars on his cheek. He loved it. Gina got some little stars too, she was so cute.
He attempted the huge slide, but as he went to climb up the middle part to get to the top, he heard and felt the fan that keeps it inflated blowing, and he bailed. But that was okay. He then asked to do the bounce house, which shocked me. He'd never go in before. But he did. I have pictures of that too.
He was even willing to take a pony ride, but they closed it for the night right as it was to be his turn. I was just glad he was willing.
We then went to get ready for the fireworks, but they started about 20 minutes late. We had decided to head back to the car as we could see them from there, and we were all getting antsy, and it was late. It turned out to be a good decision. We sat on the hood of the car and had a perfect view. And Myles loved it. Loud noises and all. He's still talking about it. And Gina was hysterical. She just kept pointing and saying "woah" "wow". On the way home, Myles was asleep before we pulled out of the parking lot, but Gina stayed up the whole time, just looking around. That girl is gonna be a party animal.
Oh...and we also decided to go to Goodwill that day just to look around. I found Myles a new pair of "blue pants" (yes, he's still wearing them, even in the middle of the summer) with an adjustable waist that are perfect. And I also found a pair of size 11 (a huge feat anywhere...pun intended) Tommy Hilfiger black loafers for myself. They look brand new and were only three dollars! Yay! Gotta love a bargain.
But, we went to the Springdale Family Fun Fourth of July.
They had food and a petting zoo and pony rides (which I didn't figure out until they were closing) and tons of booths with face painting, tatoos, baloon animals, cariactures, etc and a huge inflatable slide and a bounce house.
Myles first asked to get his face painted. I figured he'd get up there and bail out, as he's never let anyone do it before. But he didn't...he sat through the whole thing and got a huge star around his eye and some smaller stars on his cheek. He loved it. Gina got some little stars too, she was so cute.
He attempted the huge slide, but as he went to climb up the middle part to get to the top, he heard and felt the fan that keeps it inflated blowing, and he bailed. But that was okay. He then asked to do the bounce house, which shocked me. He'd never go in before. But he did. I have pictures of that too.
He was even willing to take a pony ride, but they closed it for the night right as it was to be his turn. I was just glad he was willing.
We then went to get ready for the fireworks, but they started about 20 minutes late. We had decided to head back to the car as we could see them from there, and we were all getting antsy, and it was late. It turned out to be a good decision. We sat on the hood of the car and had a perfect view. And Myles loved it. Loud noises and all. He's still talking about it. And Gina was hysterical. She just kept pointing and saying "woah" "wow". On the way home, Myles was asleep before we pulled out of the parking lot, but Gina stayed up the whole time, just looking around. That girl is gonna be a party animal.
Oh...and we also decided to go to Goodwill that day just to look around. I found Myles a new pair of "blue pants" (yes, he's still wearing them, even in the middle of the summer) with an adjustable waist that are perfect. And I also found a pair of size 11 (a huge feat anywhere...pun intended) Tommy Hilfiger black loafers for myself. They look brand new and were only three dollars! Yay! Gotta love a bargain.
My favorite quotes from this weekend:
1) As we went through a McDonald's drive thru this weekend, I asked for two kiddie cones (in a dish).
Later, as we're driving away, Myles says, "Can I have some of that kiddie cat ice cream you got"?
2) Today as we were heading to church he says out of the blue "Do you think Mrs Stewart misses me?" I assured him she did. He says "I thought so. I thinks she misses me so much. It's been so many days since I've seen her".
3) And finally, as we're picking up Gina from the nursery, a care taker has the following conversation with Myles:
Her: Who are you here to pick up?
Myles: GINA!!!!!!!1
Her: Oh, is Gina you're baby?
M: No (laughing)
Her: Oh...then who's baby is it??
M: (Giving her a dumb look) Points to me.
Her: But she's your baby sister, right?
M: No. She just spits at me.
Her: (lauging) How old are you??
M: 4
Her: Well, how hold is Gina?
M: 25. (I have no idea where that came from).
Her: (Still laughing) What's your name, sweetie?
M: I've already told you, lady!! Were you not listening??
Where does he get this stuff??
Later, as we're driving away, Myles says, "Can I have some of that kiddie cat ice cream you got"?
2) Today as we were heading to church he says out of the blue "Do you think Mrs Stewart misses me?" I assured him she did. He says "I thought so. I thinks she misses me so much. It's been so many days since I've seen her".
3) And finally, as we're picking up Gina from the nursery, a care taker has the following conversation with Myles:
Her: Who are you here to pick up?
Myles: GINA!!!!!!!1
Her: Oh, is Gina you're baby?
M: No (laughing)
Her: Oh...then who's baby is it??
M: (Giving her a dumb look) Points to me.
Her: But she's your baby sister, right?
M: No. She just spits at me.
Her: (lauging) How old are you??
M: 4
Her: Well, how hold is Gina?
M: 25. (I have no idea where that came from).
Her: (Still laughing) What's your name, sweetie?
M: I've already told you, lady!! Were you not listening??
Where does he get this stuff??
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Just saying hi
As it's been a long time since I posted. It's probably a good thing that it doesn't feel like there's been much going on to post about.
I can't believe it's July 1st already! We really need to figure out our fourth of july plans!!
It'll be interesting to see what Myles thinks of the fireworks...we may have to get him some ear plugs.
He rode a bike for the first time yesterday. One of the neighbor boys that is 5 had one with training wheels and let Myles try. He was a natural. He also played on his scooter and did so well. I love that he takes to all of that so fast. Clearly that comes from Derrick's genes and not mine.
We also saw Horton Hears a Who this weekend. He had a great time and really enjoyed it. It's one of the first movies he actually stayed still for and watched the entire thing.
The job hunt is still going slow, but we're both staying positive. It's a tough market right now, and there are a lot of people out of work. It's taking longer on average for people to find a new job than it ever has.
We've been blessed with relatively cool weather, thank goodness. It hasn't been bad in the house at all.
Anyway, I'm off to bed. I've been exhausted lately and need to get some sleep.
Hope you're all having a good night!
I can't believe it's July 1st already! We really need to figure out our fourth of july plans!!
It'll be interesting to see what Myles thinks of the fireworks...we may have to get him some ear plugs.
He rode a bike for the first time yesterday. One of the neighbor boys that is 5 had one with training wheels and let Myles try. He was a natural. He also played on his scooter and did so well. I love that he takes to all of that so fast. Clearly that comes from Derrick's genes and not mine.
We also saw Horton Hears a Who this weekend. He had a great time and really enjoyed it. It's one of the first movies he actually stayed still for and watched the entire thing.
The job hunt is still going slow, but we're both staying positive. It's a tough market right now, and there are a lot of people out of work. It's taking longer on average for people to find a new job than it ever has.
We've been blessed with relatively cool weather, thank goodness. It hasn't been bad in the house at all.
Anyway, I'm off to bed. I've been exhausted lately and need to get some sleep.
Hope you're all having a good night!
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