Sunday, January 25, 2009
I've Fallen and I Can't Get Up
Yesterday, I had to go to a class. Yes, teachers take classes too. Everyone knows how warm it was Friday (no ice). Well, I left at 7 am to get to 38th and Post Rd. by 8. Believe it or not, I was on time. I had my books in my one hand and my diet coke in the other. Got to have my morning caffeine you know. I started into the building. Let me say one thing. There was one small, single patch of ice. Yes, you got it. I did not see it and down I went. I was so embarrassed. Thank God there was no one in sight. I really thanked God for that. Well, needless to say, I have a skinned knee and am very sore today. I had to sit through an 8 hour class with my knee throbbing, but I made it through the day.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Busy, Long Weekend
Well, for the first time in history. IPS closed while many others just had a delay. Brownsburg was also closed, but only because they had a half day. Andrew and I did absolutely nothing. I guess God was preparing me for what was coming. Saturday morning I got a call from my Mom that my grandma was being taken to the hospital. 911 was how she put it. As if there is another way to get the hospital via ambulance. Anyway. I was pretty upset. Mom said she was non-responsive. We just went through this right after Papaw died and I just wasn't ready. So I called Duke. After I dialed, Andrew asked who I called.
I said "Dad".
His reply, "He won't answer."
My response, "Why not?"
"His phone is downstairs."
Kids are so smart.
I knew Duke had been at Men's fraternity, so I called Pastor. He said Duke had already left. So I figured that he would be home before I finished getting dressed. I got dressed. No Duke. I brushed my hair and teeth. No Duke. I took my medicine. No Duke. I know you must think I live real far from church. If he was walking maybe. I waited as long as I could. So Andrew and I got into the truck. Did I mention that the truck has no heat? Well, I am still upset. So I begin praying. I know I was selfish, but I prayed that God would not do this right. I wasn't ready. I really thought about this later and was totally surprised when he actually answered my selfish prayer. Now, I am praying that God prepare me for when he does take Mamaw. I still haven't figured out where Duke was, so Andrew and I decide to try to drive by Meijer. Before we get there, Duke calls. he was at church (in the sound booth) and everyone had thought he left. Pastor saw his car and went back in looking for him. I immediately did a U-turn and headed for the hospital. Andrew was upset that I was driving sixty in a fifty. I was so caught up in praying that I did not even realize. Thanks, Andrew for looking out for me. We spent the day at the hospital. They admitted Mamaw for observation. And thank Pastor and Sarah for taking Andrew.
Sunday, we went to church and then back to hospital. Then we went to bed. Duke wakes me up after 1:00 a.m. and said my brother just called. Trevor had called him and said that he went to Wishard ER because he had an asthma attack. So I get dressed and drive downtown in the middle of the night. I get to the ER to find out he had been discharged and was no where to be found. I drove the streets of downtown for an hour trying to find him, but couldn't. I was so worried. He finally called Monday around 4:00. I guess he did not think I was worried. He is fine. the doctor said it was stress. Needless to say I was not worth much Monday. So now my weekend is over and back to work I went today. That is another post for another time.
I said "Dad".
His reply, "He won't answer."
My response, "Why not?"
"His phone is downstairs."
Kids are so smart.
I knew Duke had been at Men's fraternity, so I called Pastor. He said Duke had already left. So I figured that he would be home before I finished getting dressed. I got dressed. No Duke. I brushed my hair and teeth. No Duke. I took my medicine. No Duke. I know you must think I live real far from church. If he was walking maybe. I waited as long as I could. So Andrew and I got into the truck. Did I mention that the truck has no heat? Well, I am still upset. So I begin praying. I know I was selfish, but I prayed that God would not do this right. I wasn't ready. I really thought about this later and was totally surprised when he actually answered my selfish prayer. Now, I am praying that God prepare me for when he does take Mamaw. I still haven't figured out where Duke was, so Andrew and I decide to try to drive by Meijer. Before we get there, Duke calls. he was at church (in the sound booth) and everyone had thought he left. Pastor saw his car and went back in looking for him. I immediately did a U-turn and headed for the hospital. Andrew was upset that I was driving sixty in a fifty. I was so caught up in praying that I did not even realize. Thanks, Andrew for looking out for me. We spent the day at the hospital. They admitted Mamaw for observation. And thank Pastor and Sarah for taking Andrew.
Sunday, we went to church and then back to hospital. Then we went to bed. Duke wakes me up after 1:00 a.m. and said my brother just called. Trevor had called him and said that he went to Wishard ER because he had an asthma attack. So I get dressed and drive downtown in the middle of the night. I get to the ER to find out he had been discharged and was no where to be found. I drove the streets of downtown for an hour trying to find him, but couldn't. I was so worried. He finally called Monday around 4:00. I guess he did not think I was worried. He is fine. the doctor said it was stress. Needless to say I was not worth much Monday. So now my weekend is over and back to work I went today. That is another post for another time.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Not Much Happening
I really thought I would do better about blogging, but it has been 2 weeks since my last blog. Sorry everyone. I am so busy at work and then exhausted when I get home. I was actually relieved that church was cancelled tonight. I had a headache yesterday that carried over to today. I did not think it was a migraine, but finally I decided to try my migraine medicine since nothing else was working. It took about 2 hours to break and then the rest of the day with migraine after effects. I finally decided it was work...not what you think. They have been painting and they are not using odorless paint. Hopefully, they will be done soon.
Keep praying for Trevor. He has been at Wheeler Mission for a week now. I spoke with him on Saturday and unfortunately he seemed pretty content. I do not know what will motivate this kid.
As most of you know, I know have my new bone anchored hearing aid. But it is not working as well I as I would have liked. The audiologist is convinced that the shaft (part in my head that holds the hearing aid) is too short. If this is indeed true, I will need to have surgery to have a longer one put in. I do not think it will be as intensive as the first one, but surgery is surgery. Pray that they can figure something else out for it and get it working correctly.
Keep praying for Trevor. He has been at Wheeler Mission for a week now. I spoke with him on Saturday and unfortunately he seemed pretty content. I do not know what will motivate this kid.
As most of you know, I know have my new bone anchored hearing aid. But it is not working as well I as I would have liked. The audiologist is convinced that the shaft (part in my head that holds the hearing aid) is too short. If this is indeed true, I will need to have surgery to have a longer one put in. I do not think it will be as intensive as the first one, but surgery is surgery. Pray that they can figure something else out for it and get it working correctly.
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
We're Back
Hey, everyone! We are back in reality. Cold and all. We got in around 11:00 p.m. last night. We made great time. 2 hours quicker than when we went down. The kids were great especially given their limited space. We drove the car. it was a good thing too, because Wednesday before we left, the window fell down and we could not get it back up. My brother kindly took it to my bother-in-law's while we were gone. He rigged it until he can get the time to fix it. There is so much to do: unpack, grocery shopping, laundry. Fortunately there is not much laundry since it was all done before we left for Daytona on Friday and then I did 2 more loads Sunday. Hey, 2 posts in 1 week. Don't anyone have a heart attack.
Sunday, December 28, 2008
84 and Lovin It
I wanted to blog earlier, but all I had to use was Duke's I-touch and I do not have enough patience for that. Anyway we are nearing the end of our vacation. The coldest it has gotten in the low 70's. I will have to say that when you all we experiencing near sub-zero weather it was a measly 84 degrees here in Florida. We have not done too much, but my Christmas present was tickets (just 2) to Cirque Du Soleil. My Dad watched the kids and Duke and I left for Dinner and a show. it was the most beautiful experience I think I have ever had. There was so much going on at one time that I am sure I missed most of the show. The above is the best picture I could find. I hope all is well with everyone and we will be home soon. I am sure you all were dying to know that. It seems like more fun goes on when we are not home (Rock Band).
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Please pray
I have a meeting with Jessica's provider today. We met 2 weeks ago to get to the bottom of her finances. They had hired a new person who they sent to the meeting by herself with none of the paperwork and not a clue to what was going on. She seemed very nice and willing to work with us. So we rescheduled for today. I am very concerned because Jessica had over $1500 dollars when she left DAMAR that is unaccounted for. I think I have figured out the problem, but the provider is clueless.
Also, Trevor has a job interview Friday. When he called them back yesterday he did not use very good English. So pray that he presents himself in a good way and that he gets hired.
Also, Trevor has a job interview Friday. When he called them back yesterday he did not use very good English. So pray that he presents himself in a good way and that he gets hired.
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Over a month, and yes still alive
Well, my life has been hectic to say the least. I know many of you would have thought I died or fell off of the face of the earth. But since you have seen me around church, you know that is not true. I never seem to have time to blog. My 6 year old son today told me that he had seen pictures that Heidi took of the family and I had no idea he even checked the blogs. Boy am I being showed up.
Anyway, alot has happened in you can imagine.
Jessica Update
Jessica has had a lot of things happen of late. Several months ago she started dating a guy that we found out was an illegal Mexican and he made his intentions very clear. Well, I began to pray (and hard I might add) about this situation. I thought of every conceivable thing I could to make her end this and even so not so conceivable. I even thought about calling immigration on him. If he was deported, he could date my daughter. Well, thankfully for me I waited for God's answer. About 2 months after the relationship began, Jessica called all upset and said she found out he was married. THANK YOU GOD. I know you are thinking that I should not be so happy that my daughter was dating a married, but she ended the relationship immediately. She did not know he was married and did the right thing when she found. Isn't God good. Well, after this event and then another not mentionable event, we decided we had to obtain guardianship. We have been trying and praying for this for over 2 years, but something kept getting in the way (mainly lack of money). But his time, we had to do at whatever cost. Our original lawyer was charging $1650. A colleague of mine gave me her boyfriend's number and he is only going to charge us $550 plus court costs. So now we have started the process.
Trevor Update
Trevor finally came home after almost a year and a half in juvenile. We were sceptical, but also excited to have him coming home. We had a welcome home bonfire for him. Many people from church showed up and I am sure this made him feel very loved. Thanks to Paul for getting the bonfire going, even thought the wind was a little to chilly for us adults to stay outside. So we all crammed into the house. Good thing we love each other and that everyone took showers. He has been great since he has been home. He has helped around the house, cooked some, and plays a lot with Andrew. No serious problems, just unmotivated to get a job. Hopefully, this week it will change. If anyone knows of places hiring, let Trevor know.
Andrew Update
Not much change with Andrew. He is excited Bubby is home. Cried and was upset that he could not go on the Men's Retreat. He finally said that we he was old even to go, Bubby and Daddy would not be able to go. I took him, Logan, and Garrison bowling Friday Night. trying to help him forget about the retreat. They all bowled spares and Logan even got a strike. Go Boys, go!
Anyway, alot has happened in you can imagine.
Jessica Update
Jessica has had a lot of things happen of late. Several months ago she started dating a guy that we found out was an illegal Mexican and he made his intentions very clear. Well, I began to pray (and hard I might add) about this situation. I thought of every conceivable thing I could to make her end this and even so not so conceivable. I even thought about calling immigration on him. If he was deported, he could date my daughter. Well, thankfully for me I waited for God's answer. About 2 months after the relationship began, Jessica called all upset and said she found out he was married. THANK YOU GOD. I know you are thinking that I should not be so happy that my daughter was dating a married, but she ended the relationship immediately. She did not know he was married and did the right thing when she found. Isn't God good. Well, after this event and then another not mentionable event, we decided we had to obtain guardianship. We have been trying and praying for this for over 2 years, but something kept getting in the way (mainly lack of money). But his time, we had to do at whatever cost. Our original lawyer was charging $1650. A colleague of mine gave me her boyfriend's number and he is only going to charge us $550 plus court costs. So now we have started the process.
Trevor Update
Trevor finally came home after almost a year and a half in juvenile. We were sceptical, but also excited to have him coming home. We had a welcome home bonfire for him. Many people from church showed up and I am sure this made him feel very loved. Thanks to Paul for getting the bonfire going, even thought the wind was a little to chilly for us adults to stay outside. So we all crammed into the house. Good thing we love each other and that everyone took showers. He has been great since he has been home. He has helped around the house, cooked some, and plays a lot with Andrew. No serious problems, just unmotivated to get a job. Hopefully, this week it will change. If anyone knows of places hiring, let Trevor know.
Andrew Update
Not much change with Andrew. He is excited Bubby is home. Cried and was upset that he could not go on the Men's Retreat. He finally said that we he was old even to go, Bubby and Daddy would not be able to go. I took him, Logan, and Garrison bowling Friday Night. trying to help him forget about the retreat. They all bowled spares and Logan even got a strike. Go Boys, go!
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