A boy and his dogs!

Pondering

So many things to either do, look forward to, or hope for. My baby boy will be 9 next week. Crazy! It seems like just yesterday we were in an emergency c-section, hoping that he would be healthy. Healthy he is thank goodness. I could not imagine my life without him. I honestly think my soul would be lost. Damian and Russ really keep me going and keep me motivated to move in the right direction, as hard as it can be sometimes.

This semester is coming to an end in a couple weeks. It has been an exciting semester, at least more exciting than the last one. Actually doing things I love (ER work)....so exciting! I have 2 1/2 wks off then back to the grind all over again.

Russ is working for a promotion at his job. We have been praying that it will come soon. Struggling sometimes is not easy but in time I know that it is just a challenge and we are getting through it TOGETHER. He is my rock (even though I usually wear the pants, lol)! I am very thankful that I have him and that all the motions of fate that put us together on that ONE day 10 years ago. Wow, how things could have been so different. I wouldn't change a thing!

My uncle's life memorial/celebration is this weekend and I am not able to make it to do finances and school. I wish I could be there but it just isn't so. I will be there in heart and I know my family will understand.

Ok, well back to the hussle. Everyone have a wonderful day!

SUMMER TIME

Well Damian is out for the summer and is excited as most kids. We took him to spend time with his grandparents in Parhump this last weekend. Now I am going through Mommy withdrawls. I miss being able to kiss him a million times (which he so can't wait for me to do everyday).

Everything else is going well. Russ is working alot of overtime until they fill some positions. And I am going crazy with school. It is exhausting when you have virtually no time with anyone other than school mates. Pretty sad I see them more than my own family these days.

We have no real plans for the 4th because Damian is not with us. I will be writing a paper for school and doing homework. HOW EXCITING!!!

Hope everyone is doing well and we do think of you often. Have a wonderful holiday weekend!

THANKFULLNESS

Isn't it wonderful to wake up and be grateful for everything we have. Of course, there are challanges along the way, but it seems wonderful still.

Russ and mine anniversary is next week. 9 great years. All in all I don't think either of us could complain about where we have come from and how far we have come TOGETHER.

WHAT A WONDERFUL LIFE!!!

I love you baby!

Good Mornings!

It is always nice to wake up with the refreshing morning atmosphere and feel like every day is a new beginning. I think often about how nice it is to have new beginnings and reflect on all the things I am so grateful for. My husband who love me more than the world itself, my son who couldn't be more perfect in my eyes, having a steady job, the ability to have a good head on my shoulders, and the happiness that comes with having a home, a car and all the other things that sometimes we take for granted. Ahhh..... let today be as good as can be and let smiles be abundant today.

Hope everyone's day is full of smiles and happiness!

Simply Crazy

Counting down the days till school starts again.... 6 days...omg! Am I ready? No but yes. Am I excited? YES! Am I looking forward to 20 hours of school plus 45 hours per week of work? No, but I understand the sacrifices now for later. I have been cleaning like a mad woman this week and intend to keep at it till Friday. It won't get done for a while with school.

Damian is anxious for school to get out. His school opened late (due to being a new school) and so not like most kids getting out this week, he gets out the 25th. SUMMER! At least for him!

Now that my blog is up and running and with cute decorations, I need to stay on top of it! I started not too long ago and am excited to keep all the family imformed this way. So much easier than sending out all those emails.

Well, gotta hit the hay so I can rise and shine at 5 am. Gotta love work!

How Time Changes Everything!

Well, how things change. Seems like a whole different world when things are so less dramatic. On March 16th, I am no longer at my job of almost 8 years. Big huh?! I think so. Well to fate and luck, I was only on the unemployment line for 3 days. I feel like I am pretty qualified and that definatley lead to my new job. My new job is great! The people are amazing and you actually get the idea that you CAN work with people who aren't judgmental and not jealous of your knowledge. A little less pay but well worth it! Less stress, more appreciation...couldn't ask for much more than that.

Damian is getting ready for spring break. He will be spending the week with his great-grandparents in Parhump (an hour away). OH NO! What will I do? Russ and I haven't been away from him for more than 2 days EVER. Hopefully I don't drive myself there in the middle of the night.

I guess that might prepare me a little better for summer. He wants to go visit my dad and step mom (papa and mima) and that will be a big test of me being strong. AHHHH--

Russ if working like crazy. He is going between 2 stores to help out another manager.

The dogs are great! Loving as usual.

Well, that's it for now. Gotta get back to listening a little at school.
Love you all!