Family Pictures

It was about time for us to have a new family picture taken. Since the photographer was there for Daniel's brother's wedding we took advantage of her. She is also a family friend. She did a pretty good job especially when you consider what age my boys are at.



Daniel just had to do something fun with the boys. He really loves having two boys and doesn't wish to have a daughter anytime soon. He would be happy with ALL boys. I think the boys really thought he was going to drop them.

Happy Birthday Carter

Carter has turned 5. This morning he kept giving me five saying, "I'm five!" Our little five year old thinks he is taller, stronger and faster today. We had a Party for him at Chuck-E-Cheese a few weeks ago. It was really affordable and the kids were so entertained. It was very helpful that most parents stayed.




















Doesn't he look so happy. I am so glad I decided to make this year extra special for him. Birthday's near Christmas can be tricky, but I've learned you need to make a very clear distinction between Birthday and Christmas.
















He actually had a Transformer party, but Safeway doesn't have Transformers...so he said Power Rangers would be great for his cake. I just didn't have time to do it myself this year.
















This kid got so many presents. I have never seen a kid get so much. He was on cloud nine. This morning he got to open one more from us and one from Grandma and Grandpa Rae. Then The guy I babysit for and his primary teacher brought him and gift. I am sure he will always remember this birthday.

















This is Carter with his cousin Jordan. They are pretty good friends and love to play together. You you look back you will see other posts with them together.

GingerTrain

We were given and Gingerbread Train last year right after Christmas. The kids thought the train was different and really enjoyed decorating it.

COWBOY UP!

The boys had so much fun at Aunt Jenn's House. We went there for Oakley's baptism, but you won't see pictures of that because I forgot the camera. Carter, Chase and Kyller got along really well. Jenn pulled out all of her old cowboys clothes. They kids were in Rodeo heaven. Carter and Chase both came home with cowboy boots, cowboy shirts, and chase got a cowboy belt. Grandpa even took them to see his horses!

By the way, if any of you know how to turn and post pictures from a MAC please leave a comment. I can't figure it out and I know it has got to be easy.

Feeling MUCH better

Although the dizziness is not gone, I am feeling much better. I am now taking care of my family on my own!!!! I will begin to blog again regularly now I hope. We are leaving for Utah tomorrow....I will post pictures as soon as we return.

Update on my update

Well, the world is still spinning. The Dr. said that my 8th nerve got inflamed. It was really irritated. When 8th nerve is inflamed your body doesn't recieve balance signals correctly. There is a name for this. I can't remember what he called. So pretty much it is a waiting game. I feel like I take 2 steps forward and one step back most days, and every once in awhile I take a few steps back. Yesterday I was of balance, but the world was not spinning. It kind of shook...i guess. Today balance is a little better than yesterday, but the world is spinning. Words of encouragement are helpful at this moment. We are going on 10 days. I'd be ok if I could JUST drive and take care of my children. Thank you to all of you who have sent cards, flowers, phone calls and messages. Sometimes it is hard to stay positive and I would rather love than drugs.

Update

So, I thought I should send a quick update. I was in the hospital from Thursday to Sunday with the world spinning. I am home, but the world is still spinning. I hope it decides to stay still soon because I am loosing the ability to stay positive. The Doc don't know what caused it or how long it will last. I had a CT scan and an MRI and both were normal.