Jun. 2, 2008
Updates...
I'm soo sorry that I've so severely neglected my blog. Life has been CRAZY to say the least. First, Everything checked out just fine for my doctors appointment. Praise the Lord!! Second, We found out we are expecting again. YIKES. Huge Surprise. I am due in early January. The pregnancy has been rough so far. I have had nausea night and day from about 6 weeks on. My doctor has me on some meds to control the vomiting. Most days it helps. Although some days, like today, they don't seem to do as much as I would like them too. My husband has found a new job. It is a great job, although it does not offer health insurance. So we are in the midst of trying to figure something out!! But the new job is super flexible and has great prospects for moving up! The kids are doing wonderful. They are all excited that summer-like weather has finally arrived. I suppose thats all I can muster up for right now. Please keep me in your prayers... This pregnancy has been anything but easy thus far. ~Chrystal
Mar. 24, 2008
Something has to give *Updated*
Well - I was right about things turning in a new direction. It was just the opposite way I wanted them to turn. My husband has been let go! And for anyone who does not know us personally, but only through the blogging world- He was being laid off on and off since he started, because of lack of work coming in. He was not a bad employee. His boss just realized that there was not enough work for a three man crew I guess. I'm pretty shocked and upset right now.
Not only has he been let go- there is NO HEALTH INSURANCE. I had already put off my appointment once because we did not get the insurance when we thought we where going to get it. And now what do I do? Do I put it off again - or do I go and have a huge bill for seeing a specialist and getting an ultrasound. What on earth am I suppose to do?? And God forbid that the lump is serious- My goodness. Then comes biopsies and such. I'm lost.
At his former job he was making $23/hour with full benefits, 4 weeks of vacation, & paid holidays. So now if he goes back - he starts from scratch. And they have since changed the pay scale, so now he won't even be able to get back up to his former pay. I really thought this opportunity was from GOD! We took a leap- and here we are. Nothing at all to show for it. Never in my wildest nightmares did I think we'd end up here.
Please, Please, Keep our family in your prayers!!
Mar. 24, 2008
Something has to give...
And obviously that thing has been my blog. *Sigh*
Unfortunately things have not been going as smoothly with the career change as we had hoped they would. This has left me working day and night, to try and keep our family from getting to far behind. Other then making sure the house stays in order and homeschooling - I've done much of nothing else other then enter data!!
Don't get me wrong- My husband is and always has done EVERYTHING to provide for our family. I don't think I could ask for a better provider! He always makes sure we have everything we need... and most of the time what I want (Within realistic limits of course)! Unfortunately though, the work just hasn't been there. He is always looking for other options though.. and I'm prayerful that things will be turning in a new direction soon. I love first shift - and I'm willing to sacrifice ALOT to keep my husband there.
I suppose I just wanted to let the few who read my blog know where I am. I know one of you (Pam- hi there 
) commented a while back wondering where I was, I just wanted to let you know that I will hopefully be back soon and more frequently to update further! I have tons of cute pictures of the kiddos I will start posting as well.
*On a separate note* - Please keep me in your prayers. I have a doctors appointment late next week with a breast specialist. I found a large lump in one of my breasts a couple weeks ago, and my GYN though it was curious enough to go get it looked into further by ultrasound. If you know me at all- you know that I am a huge worry wart. I have tried so hard to push this to the back of my mind until the appointment, as I realize worrying does nothing constructive, and lets face it - its also sinful. I know that my savior, Jesus Christ, loves me and my family and will not give us more then we can handle. Please pray for continued peace as I *wait* and of course for the lump to be nothing *serious*. Also, with my husbands current job situation - we are kind of in limbo with Health Insurance. I believe that appointment next week will be covered. Although, I think it freezes the following Monday
!! As if I needed another reason for it to be "nothing".
Anywho - I hope you all had a great Resurrection Sunday! I know we did!!! I have pictures from then also - Perhaps I will post one or two on Wednesday. Until then... May God's richest blessings be upon you and your families!
~Off to enter more data *sigh*
Dec. 7, 2007
*Yawn*
I am Soooo Tired!! This first shift stuff is going to take some getting use to.
I'm reminded of the famous words of Barney the Purple Dinosaur "Everybody needs a nap." I must say, at this moment, I whole heartedly agree with Barney :0) LOL!
Perhaps, its time to become an adult and start drinking Coffee. The soda just is not strong enough.
Oh so sleepy,
Dec. 6, 2007
A New Chapter....
Today a new chapter in our life begins.....
The past seven years we have been living on a second shift schedule. My husband worked from 2:30pm to 10:30pm. We stayed on his schedule, so our Children could have alot of time with daddy. They would get all of the time before work, and then when daddy would come home and bring them up to bed and pray with them. It was nice, But we are so ready to be "normal".. LOL. I cannot remember the last time I was up at 7:30am on a weekday without having something special to go to. I am sooo excited for this change.
At the same time, Its a little scary. My husbands former job paid really well. We where living comfortably. The pay cut he has had to take is about the amount of a part time job at full time hours- YIKES!! Please just pray for peace for me, I tend to be such a worry wart. Please pray that I am able to just leave this at His feet. I know its just silly to worry because I know the Lord will make sure we have everything we NEED. Especially since we are willing to do everything we need to do to make this work.
So PLEASE rejoice with us as we Thank the Lord for providing this opportunity for our family. My husband is no longer a machine adjustor- He is now a Carpenter. He is soo happy- I love seeing him Happy :0). This is so great for our family in so many ways.
Praising His Name,
{{Thanks again Dave and Heather!!!}}
Aug. 4, 2007
A Busy, Busy, Summer
Well as summer nears its end, and school is starting to creep back upon us- I realize that I have severly neglected our blog.
So many things have transpired since I've last posted. My younger sister got married. And we where all lucky enough to play a role in the ceremony! The girls especially enjoyed their roles. They felt like little princesses in their gowns. Maria was the Miniature Bride, Hannah was one of two Flower girls, and Jeremiah was the extremely serious Ring Bearer! They where too cute for words! My older sister came in the for wedding as well- It was so nice to see her again. And to get to cuddle with my adorable nephews!!
Our children also enjoyed a week at Vacation Bible school at our church. They never tire of being there :)!!
We also went to a Christian Camp this year. Our first time! It was great!! THE highlight of our summer! We absolutely loved it. It was like an "Oasis for Christians". We where so sad to come back to "reality". I'm sooo Jealous of the workers and students who get to spend the majority of the year there! It almost makes me want to pack up my family and move out there. My children loved it as well. Especially my eldest. Surprisingly she actually said that she'd rather go back there next year instead of the Waterpark hotel that we often frequent in the Dells!!! I was semi-shocked. Instead of waterslides, lazer-tag, and Arcades- She rather the great out-doors, lessons about her mighty Savior, and cute skits put on by the wonderful workers! Makes my heart happy :)!!!
Our weekends have been full of friends and family- I just LOVE the summertime!!!!!!
Time to get back into school mode- I've been going through all of my many magazines full of curriculum and have much of what I need to get written down- Its just a matter of getting online and doing it- Perhaps tomorrow night or the next 
- Soon :)!!
We'll I suppose I should ready for our fun filled summer day tomorrow- Where going to an amusement park- YIPPEE!!
Quick Note: I will be posting in my Wordless Wednesday's again! Be on the lookout for fun filled pictures from our summer, the wedding, and more :)!
May. 1, 2007
Just Updating
A nasty bug is working its way through our home. My husband was home sick for most of the week. And Maria took most of the week off of school because she wasn't feeling so hot either. She had a slight fever and a sore throat for a couple of days. Sophia's nose has been pouring like a faucet. And now Hannah has been sooo crabby, I'm starting to think she's coming down with it as well.
I have yet to catch it- unfortunately I'm dealing with my own problems. I hurt my back pretty badly while working out. The doctor said he thinks I "sprained" it. Its been nearly 2 weeks since it happened. And it still hurts fairly badly. I go back in to see him tomorrow. I'm guessing by what the nurse/receptionist said, hes going to send me in for a X-ray. Please pray that it starts to heal, as life with four little ones and a bad back just do not mesh well. Also- I REALLY want to start working out again. I have to stand up in my sisters wedding on June 1- and I need to get rid of the rest of this baby weight.
Speaking of Baby- Sophia is getting soooo Big. I will be posing a picture of her tomorrow. She is 4 months now. I can hardly believe it. Time has flown by much too fast. It seems like it was just yesterday that I was pregnant with her. She is such a joy- not to just me and my husband- but to her sister as well. I don't think I could explain with words how in love Maria is with her- and Vice Versa. If you could just see the way they look at each other- its priceless.
I've decided to add two new sections to my blog. "Wordless Wednesday" and "Thoughtful Tuesday" will now have their own spot in my "Filing System". I have seen so many blogs with a "Wordless Wednesday" section, and I just love them.
I suppose the fact that I received a camera for my birthday yesterday might have had a hand in me starting my "Wordless Wednesday" section. I absolutely LOVE it. My old camera was sooo outdated (only 2.0 Mega Pixels). I can't believe I paid nealy $250 for it!! I only paid $99 for my new one, and its a 6.0 Mega Pixels!!!. I did get an awesome deal on it though. It retailed for $178!!
Well I guess that is it for now. Come back tomorrow to see my first "Wordless Wednesday" Post!!
Mar. 30, 2007
Happy Birthday to our Heavenly Angel ~Abigail~
Five years ago today we said hello and goodbye to our second daughter, Abigail.
Abigail was diagnosed with Potters syndrome at her 19 week ultrasound. They gave us the grave news that same day, the condition was 100% fatal once she left my womb.
She decided to make her grand entrance a little early, 34 weeks gestation. She was born at 2:01 pm. I held her in my arms nearly every moment- I tried to fit in as many kisses and I love you's as I could. I can still remember her sweet smell- and how perfectly she fit into my arms. She left this world only 1 hour and 19 mintues later at 3:20 pm. Still I could not let go- I held her all night long. Saying goodbye to my baby girl was the single hardest thing I've ever had to do in my life. Without the Lord's grace I don't know how I could have survived it.
Although I miss her so much, and wish for the could've beens... I know she is showered in love and glory with our dear Savior. There is no place I would rather her be then safe in His arms.
~Happy Birthday My Sweet Angel- I Love and Miss you So Much!!!~
Mar. 28, 2007
I Can See- Revisited
Jeremiah has had his glasses for about a week and a half now. And for the most part he seems to generally like wearing them. My fears have not been realized thus far though- They are still in one piece. Although they are beginning to look a little "bent". Thank God we have a 1 year warranty on them- YIPPEEE.
Well without further ado- here is our little guy with his new specs!
Mar. 12, 2007
I Can See!!!!!!!!!
Today my husband took our 3 year old son into the eye doctors. For a couple weeks now we've suspected that he may need glasses because of the way he looks at books and walks around blinking his eyes.
Such is the case- our little guy needs them extremely bad. When the doctor was flipping throught the lenses asking Jeremiah if he could see- after quite a while he finally yelled out "I can see!". He is Farsighted with an Astigmatism in BOTH eyes.
Tomorrow I go in to pick out his glasses. I hope they make them more durable then when my sister was little- Otherwise our rough and tumble little guy is going to put a big dent in our pocketbook- lol.
Anywho- I just never invisioned (no pun intended) his vision was so bad. I am so happy that he is going to be able to see finally.
I will update soon...
~Chrystal
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