I would love to win a Sherwin Williams gift card and makeover our kitchen, laundry room, guest bathroom, and garage! Here's a great garage makeover with a potting shed from Becky at Organizing Made Fun!
http://organizingmadefun.blogspot.com/2012/07/the-most-beautiful-potting-shed-ever.html
Monday, July 30, 2012
Saturday, July 21, 2012
St. Jude check-up time again
We went for Dillan's second check-up in April. He and I drove up on a Sunday, April 22nd and he had his 8th MRI very early Monday morning. His results were good with nothing really changing. The pocket of fluid is still there so we will make a decision about it soon (my understanding is surgery is the only option since it hasn't healed properly). We will see how things look when we return Sunday, July 22nd for his next check-up. The week or so before we head back up is a little difficult on me...can not sleep, my stomach is in knots, et cetera because of scanxiety (Thanks Hope for giving me a name for my problem). He will have his 9th MRI in less than a year EARLY Monday morning and then a full day of appointments to check his progress in rehab services (Speech, PT, OT). Maybe after his long day we can do something fun in Memphis. In April we made our way to...
Graceland!
Dillan really enjoyed getting to see where Elvis lived!
He was REALLY excited to see the TWO airplanes Elvis owned.
I took pictures per Dillan's request inside the Lisa Marie!
Who has a dining table in their airplane? Elvis did!
The seat belts were gold plated!
Of course he had a Blue Suede Bed!
AND SOLID GOLD SINKS!
I try to make the most of every minute with Dillan and all of our children since we were shown how quickly things can change from what you think and plan and...
Please keep us in your prayers as we continue on this journey.
Sunday, July 15, 2012
New Years Resolutions 2012: SIX MONTHS LATER
I thought I'd update a previous post:
New Years Resolutions 2012 posted on 1/3/2012
I made myself an extensive list and thought I'd be more likely to stick with these resolutions or goals if I posted them in a public way. I'll have cyber accountability. I think I like the concept of looking at each of these as a goal so I can rise to the occasion rather than beat myself up when I break my resolutions. We shall see.
1. Better relationship with God (He has blessed us with so much)
2. Exercise regularly and prepare for St Jude's marathon December 2012 (I will celebrate my 40th birthday this year and need to be in better shape)
3. Pay off debt (Shame on me for spending TOO much)
4. Be more organized (I'm thinking of making small goals to accomplish this)
5. No more naughty words (I am a flawed human)
6. Read at least one book a month
7. Have "Date Night" once a month at least (Tim and I rarely get to do something alone but we truly need to try)
8. Learn to hem (I don't have a clue but Tim does)
9. Yell less (I'm thinking of investing in a megaphone)
10. Take the kids to museums and musical events (I loved going to hear the symphony in the park)
UPDATE:
1. I continually work on my relationship with God which I believe is what He wants us to do. I will never be perfect, however, each day I strive to be more like Christ in everything I do.
2. I have REALLY dropped the ball on this one and will not be prepared for the marathon. I am disappointed in myself for not getting it together for the health benefits and the opportunity to raise awareness and money for St Jude Children's Hospital. However, I will not completely throw in the towel since the year is not over and there are always opportunities to help St Jude Children's Hospital.
3. Super excited to have written the last payment for our minivan in April! We are using the money from it to make a dent in our other debts. Praise Jesus for blessing us to do this!
4. WORK IN PROGRESS! We still have too much stuff and my sentimental nature does not help in ridding us of some of it. It's definitely an uphill battle I am determined to win.
5. He convicts me EVERY time is all I can say.
6. I have read SIX books in the last six months!! Maybe it wasn't "at least one per month" but it works out :)
7. This one shouldn't be as hard as it is but with four kids and all that has happened in the last year we do the best we can. We have managed to go on two Date Nights (better than none).
8. I haven't had a need for this so I kind of forgot but I will learn to do this soon.
9. Honestly I think a megaphone would be easier with my Foster Four and their inability to realize their decibel level.
10. We have visited a few but I'd like to do a bit better.
I am trying to rise to the occasion in every goal I set for myself. In the areas I have fallen short I will just keep trying. Life is a journey!
New Years Resolutions 2012 posted on 1/3/2012
I made myself an extensive list and thought I'd be more likely to stick with these resolutions or goals if I posted them in a public way. I'll have cyber accountability. I think I like the concept of looking at each of these as a goal so I can rise to the occasion rather than beat myself up when I break my resolutions. We shall see.
1. Better relationship with God (He has blessed us with so much)
2. Exercise regularly and prepare for St Jude's marathon December 2012 (I will celebrate my 40th birthday this year and need to be in better shape)
3. Pay off debt (Shame on me for spending TOO much)
4. Be more organized (I'm thinking of making small goals to accomplish this)
5. No more naughty words (I am a flawed human)
6. Read at least one book a month
7. Have "Date Night" once a month at least (Tim and I rarely get to do something alone but we truly need to try)
8. Learn to hem (I don't have a clue but Tim does)
9. Yell less (I'm thinking of investing in a megaphone)
10. Take the kids to museums and musical events (I loved going to hear the symphony in the park)
UPDATE:
1. I continually work on my relationship with God which I believe is what He wants us to do. I will never be perfect, however, each day I strive to be more like Christ in everything I do.
2. I have REALLY dropped the ball on this one and will not be prepared for the marathon. I am disappointed in myself for not getting it together for the health benefits and the opportunity to raise awareness and money for St Jude Children's Hospital. However, I will not completely throw in the towel since the year is not over and there are always opportunities to help St Jude Children's Hospital.
3. Super excited to have written the last payment for our minivan in April! We are using the money from it to make a dent in our other debts. Praise Jesus for blessing us to do this!
4. WORK IN PROGRESS! We still have too much stuff and my sentimental nature does not help in ridding us of some of it. It's definitely an uphill battle I am determined to win.
5. He convicts me EVERY time is all I can say.
6. I have read SIX books in the last six months!! Maybe it wasn't "at least one per month" but it works out :)
7. This one shouldn't be as hard as it is but with four kids and all that has happened in the last year we do the best we can. We have managed to go on two Date Nights (better than none).
8. I haven't had a need for this so I kind of forgot but I will learn to do this soon.
9. Honestly I think a megaphone would be easier with my Foster Four and their inability to realize their decibel level.
10. We have visited a few but I'd like to do a bit better.
I am trying to rise to the occasion in every goal I set for myself. In the areas I have fallen short I will just keep trying. Life is a journey!
Saturday, July 14, 2012
St Maarten's Airport Beach was AMAZING
We were blessed with a family vacation on a beautiful cruise ship, the Allure of the Seas. Gammy and Gamps made all the arrangements after Dillan asked for another cruise when he was recovering in the hospital. One of our ports of call was St Maarten! While we were on the island we made our way to the famous beach at the end of the runway of the airport! Seeing the airplanes land was fantastic!
I'll try to post a video soon and a few more fabulous vacation photos. I LOVE SUMMER!!
I'll try to post a video soon and a few more fabulous vacation photos. I LOVE SUMMER!!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)