Happy Birthday Aaron & David!

Happy birthdday to my nephews Aaron & David. It was good to see you on Thursday. I hope your day is great! See you soon! Love you!

Happy Birthday Dad!

Happy Birthday to my Dad. Big day today -- another milestone. I wish you another year of happiness. Hopefully you'll retire soon! Love you!

Happy Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving. I'm thankful for not being in the hospital. The meds are helping a lot. Yesterday was a pretty good day in that I did not have that horrible pain I had the two days before. Although today, I feel that it is wanting to come back. Maybe it is because I can actually eat something again. I hope I continue to make progress, although I still have spots popping out. Guess I'll be missing Black Friday.

It's official

I have the chicken pox. It started out as a little annoying and not too bad, but then turned into something awful. They were in my mouth and apparently traveled from there. After a night of excruciating pain that near put me on the edge, I went to the doctor. Some of the staff were not very pleasant and yes, I was treated like a leper. I can't say I blame them -- I would not wish this on anyone, however keep in mind that I would want to give this to anyone and I would not step foot outside my door if I didn't feel it was necessary. My doctor is out of town, so I met with another doctor. You know it's bad when a doctor that doesn't know you, shakes his head and genuinely looks like he feels so bad for you. Bad news -- I haven't peaked yet (What!?!). How can it get worse? Will I be spending my Thanksgiving in a hospital?

And so it begins

It appears that I am coming down with the chicken pox. Just a few for now, but they are coming. Have to wait and see what tomorrow holds.

Not Again

A couple of weeks ago, my mother was laid off. Yesterday, my stepfather was laid off. Times are definiately tough. I just hope it is temporary. If you could please say a prayer for them, I would appreciate it.

Chicken Pox!?!

Elijah has chicken pox. Yes, he had the vaccine years ago. I have no idea where he got them from. Fortunately it has been a mild case -- about 10-15 pox, no fever and good spirits. However, he has had to miss school since he's contagious. I hate him missing school, but what can you do? HOMEWORK!

Oh, did I mention that I never had the chicken pox. Cross your fingers that I don't get them!

In Loving Memory

Sadly, Gary's Aunt Janet passed on Monday. For a long time she has battled MS. She was a great lady and will be missed dearly, but suffers no more.

Happy Birthday Aunts!

Happy birthday to one of my aunts. As a small child for some reason when she tried to teach me her name, all I would say is: "Aunts." Over the years, it has become a term of endearment. We miss you Aunts and heard you are in town this weekend. Maybe we'll see you. Love you!

Coldplay Rocks!

I went to see Coldplay tonight. What a concert! I have always liked them, but after seeing them live and how much they put into their show, I like them even more. Check out the weblink for a clip from one of their songs. Wow!

Happy Halloween

Happy Halloween! Elijah is very excited today and could barely contain that energy. The economy seems to have had an effect on the festivities unfortunately, but he still had a good time.

On another note, we could use some prayers again. Bad family news came through today. Thanks.

Happy Birthday Chad!

Happy Birthday to my brother Chad! I hope you had a great day. We celebrated early by cutting a cake on Sunday. Good times!

Update

My uncle came through surgery very well. He had blockage in both legs. They said one was critical, but they put a stent in it. He has to stay overnight at the hospital, but I am told he is doing well. Thanks for your prayers.

Prayer Request

I have a request for a couple of prayers . . .

The first one is for my uncle. He is having a surgical proceedure tomorrow morning. It is suppposted to be outpatient, but the are going in to remove some blockage in an artery. If you would please keep him in your thoughts and prayers, i would appreciate it.

The second one is for a student at Elijah's school. She's the sister of one of his classmates. She had surgery last week and there have been some complications. Please keep her in your prayers.

Thank you.

Pictures

Elijah's school pictures came home today. Finally a good school picture! Did I mention that I did not like his pictures last year? These are great and yes, he looks too grown up!

What a great weekend

This weekend was pretty full. We had some visitors on Friday and Saturday: cousins! It was a great time and Elijah had a blast. Saturday he took a swim test for his Cub Scout belt loop. He ended up also testing for his swimming/sports pin. The test included learning about water safety, sitting in the lifeguard chair and using the lifeguard equipment to "save" his instructor. Another proud moment and another realization that my guy is growing up fast. Too many emotions at once!

My Little Man

So tonight my son made me so proud. He had me sit down with him while he prayed the Rosary. What a touching moment. I was amazed and so impressed with how well he said the prayers.

In case you missed it

Too funny!

Homecoming

My oldest nephew Andrew went to his first homecomeing dance tonight. A sure way to make you feel old. Time goes by way too fast!

The Bobcat Badge

Tonight the Tiger Cubs earned their bobcat badges. What made it even more exciting is that their faces were painted like warriors! What an exciting night.