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Thursday, July 24, 2008
Why do they grow up so quickly?!

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While we were eating supper (without Daddy ), Mary showed me her corn on the cob and asked what the red was. It looked like blood to me, so I asked her to show me her smile. Sure enough, there's a hole where there used to be a tooth! She's lost a tooth at the youngest age of my four children. She's quite proud of that missing tooth!

So, we called Daddy to tell him. He was so happy to hear her sweet little voice. Sure do miss him at supper time. We've always been a family that eats supper together every night. We get a kick out of magazine articles that recommend a family eating together at least two meals per week. HA! Well, it sure is different eating supper without Daddy. We don't like it much and will be oh so happy when he's home at night again!!!

Talked to Mom as well. She got to talk to Mary and Natalie. Natalie sure takes after her big sister. As soon as she starts talking on the phone, she starts walking. For Rebecca, it's walking and waving her arms around. While we were in NY, she made a phone call...but we were at the pool, so she had to go to the patio area to be able to hear. She was just standing there, so we knew she hadn't gotten through yet...then all of a sudden, the arms were going, so we knew she was talking!

Last night I overheard a conversation between Rebecca and Mary that just made me so proud. Mary tried on my glasses and thought she looked oh so cute. Then she tried on Rebecca's. Now, Rebecca's prescription is at least twice as strong as mine. When she got them on, she asked Rebecca how she could see with those glasses. Rebecca asked her how she could see without them. So, Mary answers....

APPARENTLY, I DON'T NEED GLASSES.

Now, I ask you, how many five year olds could use the word apparently correctly in a sentence? Yep, that's my babe!!!

Our realtor came today. We're not ready to list, but are thankful for the visit. Gave us some ideas as to what to do to get ready to list and when the best time would be to actually list for sale. Also he gave us a figure for an asking price that he felt we would be able to get. It's not as much as we had hoped for, but much more than what we paid four years ago. Now, the job is to get things cleared out of here, make some improvements and see where we stand in a few months time. It is exciting to be in the moving mindset again.

I'm about to update Quicken. Payday tomorrow!!! Have a great evening!

Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Tuesday....is it a new week already?!

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This schedule my Honey is working...it sure is for the birds! It's certainly not for a family....

I woke up this morning and couldn't remember what day it was...then I realized it was Tuesday. Then it hit me! Garbage day!!! I looked at the clock and saw it was 8:35...and the garbage man is usually here about 8. OOPS! I had five bags of trash to get out....and they sure needed to get out... :)
So, I dressed quickly and took the trash out, put it in Honey's truck and then decided it would be easier to just walk it to the end of the driveway. Now, our driveway is longer than most.....and a pretty good walk to the road. But, the bags weren't too heavy, so off I went.

I got about 1/3 of the way there when I saw the trash man coming....and going...right past our drive. We don't have county paid trash pickup here, we pay an individual who has a business of doing this. He got a little past our drive and stopped. Then he started backing up. I was thanking the Lord for wearing that pink shirt! That's what he noticed! He backed down our driveway and loaded the trash for me.

One thing I do love about living in the South is the way this man talked to me. He right away said "Good morning, Ma'am." He was sorry I had had to carry the trash as far as I had. Then told me to have a "Good day, Ma'am". Now, I know some ladies do not like being addressed that way. I happen to love it! No, it doesn't make me feel old. It makes me feel appreciated and respected. (Just as it does when my children say Yes, Ma'am to me!).

Once I came back inside, I was too awake to go back to sleep, so I started my day. Honey slept till about 9:15, then the children followed. It sounds so incredibly late when we begin our day these days. Normally, at 9:15, my Honey would have been working for over 4 hours! But, when he works this 3pm to midnight shift, there's no getting up at 3:30am like we used to.

Thankfully, next week will be the end of this madness and we can go back to being early morning people again.

Our realtor is coming over on Thursday. We've talked about selling our farm and moving. Not sure where we'd move to...we have some ideas...but not even totally sure we're going to move yet. The realtor will come and give us some idea of what we could reasonably sell our farm for...and what areas we need to work on before listing it for sale. It's a scary and exciting process to be thinking of moving again. We'd both like to be closer to a bigger town. There's not alot of prospects job wise here. There's also not alot of prospects church wise. Or shopping wise. It would be nice to have some things more accessible...but at the same time, I love living in the middle of nowhere. But even here in nowhere, crime is happening. Theft happens...even right next door to us!

Tomorrow Honey goes to the Dr. I'm going along...he likes me to go with him...just as I like for him to go with me. I remember the first time we went together...it was to a dermatologist for Honey...the Dr couldn't believe he wanted me in the room while he was being examined. He told her that I have seen his entire body, there was nothing new for me! I also remember the time I had a pilonital cyst on my tailbone. (oh my....I had just given birth about 2 weeks prior...and let me tell you, I'd give birth all over again to not have to experience that pain again!). When we met with the surgeon, Honey was in the room with me. Thankfully, he was there...my cyst had burst that morning and it was nasty! When I went to put on the gown, the bandage came off...and that nasty was all over the floor. My sweet Honey cleaned that up...and helped me onto the table. When the surgeon came in, she asked "Is he staying?" I said, oh yes, cause if he doesn't you aren't touching me!
It was a good thing he did stay...cause she HURT me bad!!! It was only because Honey was there by my head, consoling me and telling me it was okay that she was able to do her deed.

Anyhow...my I do ramble sometimes...

I'm taking a pup with me on the way to the Dr's. I sure hope the woman who is planning to meet me to buy him shows up!! I wouldn't normally sell a pup this way, but she lives an hour and a half from here, so I made an exception.

The heat of summer is here. I shouldn't complain...by this time last year, we were in an extreme drought and were close to losing water for two weeks. The heat of last summer was incredibly awful. Yesterday, the thermometer said 100*. Today was close...but we had a bit of rain, so it cooled off some. Have I mentioned how much I hate the heat?! I'm ready for fall NOW!!!

Guess that's enough of my ramblings for tonight....I'm off to find something worth watching on tv while waiting for my Honey. Or maybe I'll work on a special online project of mine... Have a blessed evening!

Monday, July 21, 2008
My blogoversary!

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Actually, my third blogoversary was July 11th..but we were not home so I didn't post about it then....

I've been thinking all day about what I wanted to write in honor of this grand occasion...

What I came up with was to post the similarities of the online world and the real world....both the good and the bad....

Since I'm a positive person, I'll start with the good:

1. Just as in real life, there are some great people online

2, Just as in real life, wonderful friendships can be made

3. Just as in real life, folks share their hearts

4. Just as in real life, folks share the burdens of others

5. Just as in real life, folks pray for others

6. Just as in real life, folks encourage others

7. Just as in real life, bonds are formed

8. Just as in real life, children grow up

9. Just as in real life, keeping in touch is important

10. Just as in real life, an encouraging word is always welcomed

Now, for the bad....

1. Just as in real life, folks are not always as they seem

2. Just as in real life, folks hide who they really are

3. Just as in real life, folks can say (or post) things that really hurt

4. Just as in real life, you have to guard your heart

5. Just as in real life, there are bullies

6. Just as in real life, there are those who think they run the show

7. Just as in real life, there are those who say one thing but actually do another

8. Just as in real life, folks can and will let their bias show

9. Just as in real life, there are those who think they are holier than thou

10. Just as in real life, there are those who try in vain to project an image that is untrue

Here's what I have to say regarding the bad of the online world. It's most interesting to me that those who try so hard to project an image of themselves want so desperately for others to believe it are the furthest from that image. If you have to work hard to have an image, it must not be the true heart of yourself, your marriage or your family. Just be yourself. If yourself is so unappealing to yourself, work to make real changes within yourself, don't try to be who you are not.

And for the good things in the online world, I have met some incredible people here in the online world. I've even been blessed to meet some of them! And they turned out to be the same person I "met" online. What a blessing that is!!! To connect with others is a basic human need...to be able to do so online is such a neat thing! It also allows me to keep in touch with far away friends and family.

Blogging is a fun thing to do...and I do enjoy it. I hope that you have enjoyed the last three years of my ramblings....

Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Wednesday already....

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We are HOME!!!

First of all...a great big THANK YOU to all of you who have been praying for our family. My Uncle Wayne was larger than life...and his presence was dearly missed while we were in NY. Please continue to keep my Aunt Nina in prayer...so many days ahead....I can't imagine the feelings she must have no longer having her best friend by her side. They would have celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary this October....

Also, please keep my Mom in prayer. She's dealing with her own grief and sadness. She's the only member left of her family. Standing there at the cemetary was hard....my Pap and Gram, then my Aunt Di, and now my Uncle Wayne. She's lost her parents and both of her siblings. The sadness must be overwhelming at times for her.

While our reason for going to NY was not a wonderful one, we did have a wonderful time. Got to see both of my brothers and their wives, along with my cousins. All that was missing was my Honey and my niece. Honey had to stay home to work and tend to our animals. My niece was in Lake Placid, training for the Jr World Championship games (kayaking). She's doing so well. I am so proud of her!!!! I have no doubt she will make it to her goal of competing in the Olympics in 2012!!

My Dad and brother are just the best....they drove down to pick us up...and Dad paid for ALL the gas and even two meals....what a HUGE blessing...they drove my brother's vehicle (which we used while we were there), we stayed at his home. My SIL's Mom drove us back home with my Dad. We are incredibly blessed...and I am incredibly blessed by an awesome family. Love you both!!!!

We did some fun activities while we were there too. And laughed. Oh, did we ever laugh. It was good for the soul to laugh so....

But, I sure missed my Honey!!!! It was hard being away from him so long. I missed his sweet kisses. And his big, strong man arms holding me. But, as they say, absence makes the heart grow fonder...and I didn't think I could be any more fond of him...but somehow, it happened.

We are still adjusting to Honey's work schedule. He's currently working 3pm to midnight. Ugh. He was told last night that he'll be returning to the 5am to 2pm schedule soon. He is dearly missed in his position....and the boss wants him back where he needs him. It will be nice to have a normal schedule again. Not that getting up at 3:30am is normal...but it's normal for us.

We went to town today...and spent WAY too much on groceries. My goodness, have prices gone up?! We do a big monthly trip at the beginning of each month. Since we were out of town, I just now made that big trip today. I was shocked at the increases in some prices! Add in a tank full of gas (the Burb has a 35 gallon tank....)...and picking up the weedeater from the shop and you have a pretty expensive day. We'll be keeping ourselves to home....

Need to get the garden under control...and puppies sold....and buy the rest of our school books....and get stuff sold that's crowding the office and our bedroom.....much to do....never enough time to get it all done.

Had a wonderful blessing today! A friend has a new milk cow and had extra milk!!!! How happy we are to be blessed with 5 whole gallons of the good stuff!!!

That's about it for my update....way too busy...gone too long....and trying to get back in the swing of things when I'm not loving on my Honey.

Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Uncle Wayne

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Friends,

It is with great sadness and grief that I write these words...

My Uncle Wayne passed away this morning. They removed the ventilator after my Aunt Nina told the Dr not to operate to remove the damaged brain areas. This would have most likely left him in some sort of vegetative state. That was one thing Uncle Wayne adamantly did not want to happen to him. He struggled to breathe and then just passed away....

Graciously and most generously, my Dad and brother Todd are coming here to pick the children and me up...they are leaving tomorrow and will be here Thursday am. We'll leave soon after to be on the road as little as

possible for the 4th....It's hard to know that we have to be picked up like this...I wish life was a bit different....but I can't dwell on what is not and just accept what is. I did check into car rentals, but with it being a holiday weekend, there's not alot left in our town. The only thing that would carry all five of us is a 4 door truck..at a cost of almost $300, plus the gas to get there. I did check into flights...how outrageous at a cost of almost $700 PER PERSON! Ouch!

Please keep us in prayer as we travel. And keep Toby in prayer as he holds down the fort here at home. It's hard to be apart during times like these. And keep my Aunt Nina and folks in prayer. My Mom has now lost both of her siblings. As much as my heart is hurting, I can't imagine the pain in their hearts.

Thank you for your prayers and words of comfort. I dearly appreciate them!!!

Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Not a good phone call...

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My SIL just called...the Dr said his best hope for survival was to remove the damaged part of his brain. My Aunt Nina said he wouldn't want that...and we all know he truly wouldn't want that. So, they are now doing only comfort measures and do not expect him to recover.

Thomas and I are fixing to leave for town. His braces' appmt is at 1 and we have several other stops to make beforehand. One of those stops will be to the thrift store to hopefully find some clothes for me. I fear I will be making a trip to NY soon and need something better than my stained house clothes...

Thank you for praying,
Laurie

Tuesday, July 1, 2008
He called...

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Oh, thankfully, my brother just called.

The brain pressure number is high....he's been between 12 and 20. He shot up to over 100, has gone down to 50 and back up again. From what I understand, this number is the pressure in his brain, the lower the better.

Also, his blood pressure is over 200 over something...my brother wasn't sure.

Just pray.....please pray.....

Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Please pray for Uncle Wayne RIGHT NOW!

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PLEASE PRAY RIGHT NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I don't know the details....the phone rang just minutes ago, and in my sleepy stupor ( we went to bed at 2 after Toby got home, then were up from 3-5:30 with Natalie and Mary vomiting again), I didn't realize who was calling and by the time I did, (it was my brother in NY), he had left a message.

I've tried calling him back, but just get his voice mail, same with Mom...

Anyhow, his message said that Uncle Wayne took a turn for the worst about 3:30am today. His brain pressure and blood pressure both have sky-rocketed and if they don't come down, the Dr says it doesn't look good...

A little prayer for my brother to call me back soon would be nice....I HATE being so far away....especially when I can't get a hold of anyone...

Thank you!

Sunday, June 29, 2008
Tragedies abound....

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Today has been filled with bad news....tragedies abound for our local Home Depot family...

Toby received a phone call from one of the assistant managers from work...one of his co-workers did not show up for work....they called and called, but got no answer (he was a dept supervisor). The boss finally got his home address, mapquested it and went to check it out. When he got there, the door was locked and his truck was in the driveway. He called the cops cause he couldn't get in. They broke the door down...and discovered him dead on the couch.

Later this evening, Toby had another phone call from a co-worker. She told him of two more deaths....one co-worker's mother in law passed away. We don't know any more information about this....

And the most sad....a 5 year old grandson of an assistant manager died. He was at the Air Show in Huntsville. There was a storm, with straight line winds of nearly 50mph. This blew over tents and made a huge mess. The boy was killed when a generator fell on top of him.

The past week has been one of reflection for me. The events of the last week seem to just reinforce to me the brevity of life. From my Uncle Wayne fighting for his life in the critical care unit (he's still fighting...and seems to be improving!)....to the tragic death of a 5 year old boy.....Without Jesus, how does one get through such trials? Life can end in an instant...in so many ways.

Show those you love that you love them. Don't hold back. Forgive those who have hurt you. Hug those you love. Don't hold a grudge. Don't be too hard on your children. Don't withhold affection from your husband. Don't forget to tell your friends how much they mean to you. For you just truly never know when you will have your last opportunity to do so. I have always tried to live this way...but will be ever more steadfast in doing so. Life is fleeting...and I don't want to leave behind anything but great memories, love and friendship to those I treasure.

I've always said to my Honey that there is always time for a kiss. He jokes with me that I like to kiss too much. I joke back that there is no such thing. But, we've always kissed whenever we part....whether Honey's going away to work or just outside to feed the cats. I've always had it in the back of my mind that you just never know when that parting will be the last. The events of the last week have shown me just how true that is.

So, go kiss your Honey. Hug your children and tell them you love them. Call up that friend you've wronged and apologize. Get in touch with those loved ones that you haven't spoken to for some dumb reason. Just reach out to those you hold dear....cause you just never know when you will have had your last opportunity to do so...

Saturday, June 28, 2008
Today's verse of the day

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Today's verse of the day really spoke to me...

Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you.

Luke 6:28/KJV

Words fitly spoken. Words that I needed to hear!

Saturday, June 28, 2008
Saturday's update...

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My Uncle Wayne continues to improve....both of his eyes dilate when a light is shone on them. He is moving his feet and hands when touched. My cousin tickled his foot and he moved it!! He got aggitated when the nurse was moving his head.

The pressure numbers are coming down..this measures the pressure in his brain. He's fighting....and that's the best sign.

It's a long road ahead, but I'm so thankful he's still walking it. I know this has been extremely hard on my Aunt Nina and cousin Dale. I wish I were there to give them some comfort...but I know that they know I am there in spirit...and praying for them.

Today is my cousin's son's graduation from high school. My, how time does fly! I know today is a day of celebration...and I pray that they are indeed able to celebrate...both the graduation and the fact that Uncle Wayne is still hanging in there.

We are wishing Monday would not come...or at least not so quickly. We've sooooo loved having Daddy home this past week. It will be very hard to see him drive off to work in two days. It will also be strange since he will be working 3pm to midnight. He's never worked this shift before. I am trying to see the positives in it...

We've been online looking at properties for sale. Nothing really jumped out at us as "the farm"....but it was fun to look and dream. Found some homes with 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms....wow...dare to dream! More than 1 bathroom? We wouldn't know what to do!

Obviously, we have no idea when or even if we would move. I do know that it's a topic of discussion here in our home. It's one of those thoughts at the moment...

Guess that's my update for today...Time for Rebecca to get online...

Thursday, June 26, 2008
Update on Uncle Wayne

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Mom called earlier. She and Dad had been down to visit Uncle Wayne for the 6pm visiting hours.

They are limiting visitors so he doesn't try to figure out voices or noises. They want his brain to rest and repair, not work. They turned up the ventilator some so that he isn't even working to breathe. Just rest....

The nurse feels that he will come out of this coma...both from a medical standpoint and personal experience. That sure is encouraging!!!

A comment posted last night has really helped my uncle's friend who was with him. She wrote that he probably saved his life by turning him on his side. What a thing to know!! The blog world can be a rough place...but in times like these, it can also be a source of such encouragement and love. I so appreciate all of you who read my ramblings..whether you comment or not (course, I'd love more comments!! )

I'm off to bed. Sleep was not real great last night...I'm hoping for a good night's sleep tonight.

Please continue petitioning the Father on Uncle Wayne's behalf.

Thursday, June 26, 2008
Last update for tonight...

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Mom just called....Uncle Wayne is out of surgery. They were able to get the bleeding stopped...but the prognosis is not that good.

He is still on the ventilator, but breathing pretty much on his own. His blood pressure was pretty good.

The question is....how much damage has been done to his brain...and how much can it repair itself?

My family is all on their way to their respective homes....my heart just breaks for my Aunt Nina...going home to an empty home without her husband. I'm just praying that this is a temporary situation and she will have her beloved home with her soon.

I'm headed to bed now...not sure if sleep will come...but that's where I'm headed...since it's after 1am....

Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Another update...

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I just spoke to Mom....

Uncle Wayne has been in surgery for over 2 hours now. The surgeon expected the surgery to take 3-5 hours.

A friend was with him when he was working today. My uncle is not one to work alone. He always likes a buddy with him. I am ever so thankful for that now! I do feel for his friend...he had to just stand there, watching him fall, unable to do anything to stop it.

He went unconcious as soon as he hit the ground. He has been ever since. He was having trouble breathing, so his friend turned him a bit to the side to help him breathe. He's been on a ventilator due to this.

My head keeps telling me how bad this is. But my heart keeps screaming how BIG MY GOD IS.

It's times like this that make me want to move near my family. I hate being apart from them. If it were not a 15 hour drive, I'd be on my way now. But, it is...and I'm needed here...and the Burb is not up to that long of a drive now. But, my heart wants so badly to be at that hospital with them all.

Please keep praying....

Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Update....

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Just got a call from my brother....
Uncle Wayne is in a deep coma and being prepped for surgery now. The brain surgeon had just completed a very long surgery and was telling my family about the surgery need. They asked him when he'd do the surgery and he said that if he was to give him a fighting chance, it had to be done right away.
When he fell, he hit the left side of his head. This shifted his brain to the right side of his head. This has caused hemorraging (sp?), bleeding and blood clots.

I also received an e-mail from my cousin's wife...they live in VT...and she's been told that even if he wakes after surgery, there is a good chance for brain damage....or not waking at all.

Please pray....

Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Urgent Prayer Request for my Uncle Wayne

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Friends,
I covet your prayers for my Uncle Wayne. We just returned home from town to get a message on the machine from my cousin. Uncle Wayne was climbing up a ladder to take down a sign. The limb he had the ladder resting on broke when he got to the top, sending him to the ground. He landed flat on his back, hitting the back of his head.
He's been unconscious since 1pm today...and is on a ventilator due to breathing difficulties. They did a CT scan and took the results to the brain surgeon, who was in surgery. He didn't rush orders, so the nurse hoped that was a good sign.
They are waiting for the brain surgeon to come examine him....Mom was with in with him when I called just a minute ago. I talked to Dad who gave me this information.

I will update you as I find out more information.

Please keep Uncle Wayne in prayer...

Thank you, prayer warriors!!

Thursday, June 19, 2008
1930's housewife quiz!!

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I found this over at deedeeuk's blog.

It was a fun quiz....and most of the things a 1930's wife did...I do too. How cool is that?!

126

As a 1930s wife, I am
Very Superior

Take this test

Have fun!!!

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Tuesday, June 17, 2008
What a blessing!!!

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A few weeks ago, I took Thomas to the orthodontist. They took impressions of his teeth, then sent them to the insurance company to see if they would cover the cost.

We've been patiently (or not so patiently for Thomas...). I called the orthodontist's office today to see if they had heard anything. Imagine my glee when Sunny (cute name, eh?!) told me they were covered!!! 100% to be paid for by the insurance!!!!

They had an opening today for him to go in to get the records started, photos of his teeth, x-rays and his spacers put in. So, off we went. He'll go back July 1st for his braces. It will be so wonderful for him to have straight teeth!!!

We combined this unexpected trip to town.....with a stop at the library, CVS (love that store and the bargains I get there!!!), Walgreen's (their clearance items coupled with my coupons...can't beat it!!), and Wal Mart. We were gone about 4 hours....and were sure pooped when we got home. But, it was so worth it. And I'd loved listening to my children's conversations while we were out and about!

How cool is this? The reading logs were turned in today...and Thomas has over 200 tickets already!!! For each 25 pages of a book, you get one coupon (or, in the case of younger readers, each book equals a ticket). Thomas read a boat load of Hardy Boys' books, along with several other really long books over the last week and a half. I'm quite proud of my boy!!

Of course, I'm also quite proud of my other three children...they also read quite well...even Miss Mary is beginning to read on her own. Quite an accomplishment since she just turned 5 in January of this year. Natalie is working through Black Beauty. It's her first really grown up book she's read...and she's really enjoying it. And, what can I say about Rebecca? She's always been our reader girl...that girl loves to read....and read..and read...and read some more.

It is encouraging to know that I am the one who taught them how to do this...this miraculous thing of reading. I remember the day each of them "got it". That lightbulb moment that showed them that this thing called reading was possible for them to grasp. What a moment. I'm so thankful to be the one to get that moment!! I can't imagine giving someone else that thrill!!

Homeschooling has afforded me many of these moments. I treasure the time I get to spend with my babes. The thought of sending them off somewhere else each day just hurts my heart. I can't imagine doing that. They've never set foot in a "real school" and I pray it always remains that way.

Time for bed....so I must close....thanks for sharing in our glee!!!

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Monday, June 16, 2008
Counting down the days..... :)

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We're counting down the days....to VACATION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yepper, my Honey will be on vacation after 2pm on Friday!! We'll have him all to ourselves for 9 whole days!!!! We don't have any special plans...just to be together and not have to share him with Home Depot!! That's special enough. We just love being together....so our vacations don't have to involve alot of activities..

We do have one in the back of our minds.....but I'm not sure it will work out, so I haven't said anything to the children.

I'm sure we'll do some days at the creek. And some relaxing together. It's too hot to do much outside. I so dislike this heat! (sorry...you knew I had to gripe about the heat, didn't you?!)

It's bedtime...and my beloved is calling my name...gotta run!