1. Our bathroom has needed some attention for a while. But alas, Fred was busy in 2012 being pastor, dad, president of TBC, husband, etc. We contacted our insurance company about possibly helping us out, but they were a no go...so we just dug in. We began our project by busting out walls, removing the shower, the floor and the potty. Much to our suprise the water damage was not what we thought. Long story short, our insurance company has been contacted and they will be helping afterall. Currectly, you can see dirt when you open the door of our bathroom and our potty is on our back porch. Classic.
2. St. Jude Half Marathon is next weekend. I think we are ready. Running the half marathon for St. Jude is one time a year where my hobby collides with a good cause. I love it when a plan comes together!!
3. Clayton spent his special weekend with Janice last weekend. Monday morning at breakfast I served cinnamon rolls. Clayton asked for a specific (probably the middle) cinnamon roll. Jack piped up quickly by saying, "Oh no! You are not at Aunt Janice's house anymore!" I don't know wheter to laugh or be offended. I'll choose laugh.
4. Tuesday afternoon around 1:00 p.m. I got a message from Jack's teacher saying his stomach was bothering him. When he got in the car I inquired about it and he still seemed a little bothered. Figuring he'd be okay, we went about our normal activities. About the time I was preparing dessert and cranberry salad for the 17 people coming to our house on Thursday I heard it. Yes, Jack was sick at his stomach. While no one was able to come to our house we did end up getting to go to Jackson and Memphis. After a second round of sickness by Jack everyone seems to be better. Fingers crossed.
5. Andrew has not yet sensed the tone when someone is sick in this house....especially with all things stomach related. I washed my hands so many times they were squeaky clean. I lysoled any and ever surface possible. After several hours of trying my best to keep all germs away from everyone I looked over and Andrew was chugging Jack's water bottle. Oh.dear.
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Friday, November 16, 2012
Five on Friday
1. Tennessee Baptist Convention was this week. Fred did a great job leading this week and even throughout the last year. It was a pretty emotional experience (for me anyway). I wanted to take more pictures, but thought it to not be appropriate...And potentially embarrassing to Fred. Here is the only picture I have...
Doesn't he look nice in his suit...and on the larger than life screen?!?
2. I have done a lot of reflecting this week as this year of service has come to a close. We couldn't have done this year without the help and support of our friends and family. I really don't think we would have made it. Before we went in Wednesday morning (I was singing with our group from church and Fred was preaching.) we paused in the car to offer our praise to God for all He's done this year. I led us. Of course, I did not get one word out before my tears were flowing. When I finished up my prayer Fred gave me a hug and told me thanks. You know, we had a moment. Then he looked at me with all sincerity and said, "You aren't speaking today, are you? I mean, you're just singing in a group, right?" Yes, I know. I would have embarrassed both of us had I tried to talk. Does he know me or what?!?
3. Clayton had a Veteran's Day program last week. His picture was in our local paper. To see his picture, click here.
4. Jack got to have a weekend...by himself...at Aunt Janice's house. He had a blast doing all things Jack. They went bowling, shopping, to Chuck E. Cheese, Jump Zone and they ate whatever he wanted...you know, things like salad, whole wheat bread and fresh fruits and veggies...not. What a weekend!
5. Andrew does not have a handle on time. I typically don't tell him things in advance because he wants to do it RIGHT NOW. Below is a picture of him on the floor whining because he wanted to go to someone's house. (The big boys let it slip that we were going for dinner...ugh.) This picture does not give you the full effect though. You have to imagine incessant whining and flailing about to get the full picture. While there are MANY things I LOVE about this three year old, this phase is not my favorite. It will pass though...hopefully sooner rather than later! ;-)
2. I have done a lot of reflecting this week as this year of service has come to a close. We couldn't have done this year without the help and support of our friends and family. I really don't think we would have made it. Before we went in Wednesday morning (I was singing with our group from church and Fred was preaching.) we paused in the car to offer our praise to God for all He's done this year. I led us. Of course, I did not get one word out before my tears were flowing. When I finished up my prayer Fred gave me a hug and told me thanks. You know, we had a moment. Then he looked at me with all sincerity and said, "You aren't speaking today, are you? I mean, you're just singing in a group, right?" Yes, I know. I would have embarrassed both of us had I tried to talk. Does he know me or what?!?
3. Clayton had a Veteran's Day program last week. His picture was in our local paper. To see his picture, click here.
4. Jack got to have a weekend...by himself...at Aunt Janice's house. He had a blast doing all things Jack. They went bowling, shopping, to Chuck E. Cheese, Jump Zone and they ate whatever he wanted...you know, things like salad, whole wheat bread and fresh fruits and veggies...not. What a weekend!
5. Andrew does not have a handle on time. I typically don't tell him things in advance because he wants to do it RIGHT NOW. Below is a picture of him on the floor whining because he wanted to go to someone's house. (The big boys let it slip that we were going for dinner...ugh.) This picture does not give you the full effect though. You have to imagine incessant whining and flailing about to get the full picture. While there are MANY things I LOVE about this three year old, this phase is not my favorite. It will pass though...hopefully sooner rather than later! ;-)
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