Okay, the secret is out. I am this day walking amoung a champion. Champion Dad, Champion Cook, Champion Nurse, Housekeeper, Dog Walker, Schedule Keeper, Homework Watchman, Shower Seargant, RULE MONITOR EXTRAORDINEAR!!!!
I have gotten up the last few mornings and had coffee with Doug and made lunches for kids and him. This morning I felt like my brain was swelling out the side ok my skull. Come to think of it??? It just might have been and it probably is. But, no fear, it feels better, much better after a rest.
Anyway, I finally got out of bed a few miutes ago, The kitchen is all clean, there is a load of washed clothes in the washer. House is all picked up and I am a blessed woman.
Thank you Doug, my sweet man, for handling all these many, many details it takes to run this family. I love you. You are a total CHAMPION!
love
J
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Jeff the Shuttle Driver
So Im feeling well enough to remember most of what happened over the last two weeks. In particular, today I was thinking about Jeff, the Shutle Driver from the Holiday Inn Express.
Last Thursday, Diane and I checked into the Holiday Inn. When we got there, this nice shuttle van driver guy was standing by the door and offered to help us up to our room. We said thanks. While we were in the elevator, he asked if we were in Spokane for vacation. I snapped that I was there for surgery...and I have to admit that I wasn't very nice about it. I think I was frustrated and scared and I wish I'd answered more kindly.
After I went into the hospital the next morning it gets a little "foggy" for me but according to my sources, Jeff was the kindest and most considerate hotel staff our family has ever met. He offered to help in big and small ways. On Saturday, Jeff sent beautiful flowers and a card signed by the entire Hotel staff wishing me well and hoping I'd be feeling better soon. In addition to this, Jeff was very concerned that Diane got to the airport on time on Monday....such a kind, kind man. The thing that was so touching was that Jeff himself was leaving on Monday as well to head back east to care for his terminally ill father that was dying of cancer. It was his turn to return to the family home to nurse his dad for the next three months. I will post a picture of the beautiful flowers. I will never forget his kindness to my family. The fact that he was able to think aout me and my family blessed our lives in such a meaningful way. Thank you Jeff, the Shuttle Driver. May God bless your time with your father.
Last Thursday, Diane and I checked into the Holiday Inn. When we got there, this nice shuttle van driver guy was standing by the door and offered to help us up to our room. We said thanks. While we were in the elevator, he asked if we were in Spokane for vacation. I snapped that I was there for surgery...and I have to admit that I wasn't very nice about it. I think I was frustrated and scared and I wish I'd answered more kindly.
After I went into the hospital the next morning it gets a little "foggy" for me but according to my sources, Jeff was the kindest and most considerate hotel staff our family has ever met. He offered to help in big and small ways. On Saturday, Jeff sent beautiful flowers and a card signed by the entire Hotel staff wishing me well and hoping I'd be feeling better soon. In addition to this, Jeff was very concerned that Diane got to the airport on time on Monday....such a kind, kind man. The thing that was so touching was that Jeff himself was leaving on Monday as well to head back east to care for his terminally ill father that was dying of cancer. It was his turn to return to the family home to nurse his dad for the next three months. I will post a picture of the beautiful flowers. I will never forget his kindness to my family. The fact that he was able to think aout me and my family blessed our lives in such a meaningful way. Thank you Jeff, the Shuttle Driver. May God bless your time with your father.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
To Cribbage or not to Cribbage , That is the Ultimate Question???
When I got up on Thursday I didn't want to get out of bed. Because today I hads to finish up packing and head down to Spokane. All day I washed clothes and packed and did some final stuff for the kids and the house. I washed linens and changed beds. The weekend before that I had decorated for HArvest time because I figured I'd be down through Thanksgiving. I think I might have been SPOT ON on that one.
Doug packed a bag and he decided to leave from Warden and shave 40 extra minutes and gas off his trip. He left work about 5, we left home about 4 so we got the The Holiday Inn Express just in time to check in and get up to the room and Doug got there. As always Holiday inn was nice. This particular hotel sits on top of the hill downtown Spokane and has a great view of the city and the river. We were up high, so that was nice and I enjoyed standing in front of the window looking at the city that night when I couldn't sleep...it was really relaxing.I LOVE city lights.
We went to dinner, Diane, Doug and I at PF Chang's and had yummy food...then we ran all over the city looking for a Cribbage Board so Doug and his Mom and Amanda could play Cribbage while I recuperated in the hospital. NO LUCK. Walgreen's, Walmart, Rite Aide and somethin else we not stocking a Backgammon Board or even a cheezy little plastic Cribbage Board...we had a couple or ones at home that I had forgot to bring but I forgot. I think in order to NOT think about Friday's events...we all zero'd in on the stinkin' Cribbage Board. We blathered on and on about the injustice of it all but in the end, it was great because what a ya know, we passed the time and before you know it...it was time to pick up Pam and get to bed and get up and get on with it.
They did find the Cribbage Board, by the way, I forgot to ask where...Laugh. I was glad.
Doug packed a bag and he decided to leave from Warden and shave 40 extra minutes and gas off his trip. He left work about 5, we left home about 4 so we got the The Holiday Inn Express just in time to check in and get up to the room and Doug got there. As always Holiday inn was nice. This particular hotel sits on top of the hill downtown Spokane and has a great view of the city and the river. We were up high, so that was nice and I enjoyed standing in front of the window looking at the city that night when I couldn't sleep...it was really relaxing.I LOVE city lights.
We went to dinner, Diane, Doug and I at PF Chang's and had yummy food...then we ran all over the city looking for a Cribbage Board so Doug and his Mom and Amanda could play Cribbage while I recuperated in the hospital. NO LUCK. Walgreen's, Walmart, Rite Aide and somethin else we not stocking a Backgammon Board or even a cheezy little plastic Cribbage Board...we had a couple or ones at home that I had forgot to bring but I forgot. I think in order to NOT think about Friday's events...we all zero'd in on the stinkin' Cribbage Board. We blathered on and on about the injustice of it all but in the end, it was great because what a ya know, we passed the time and before you know it...it was time to pick up Pam and get to bed and get up and get on with it.
They did find the Cribbage Board, by the way, I forgot to ask where...Laugh. I was glad.
It's Happening
Wednesday Morning. I finished up at work yesterday. I wanted to go in today but my boss is sick and needs to come in today and I can not go near anyone who is sick. In fact, Amanda and Alexis have been sick too so I've missed out on time with my daughter and granddaughter. That stinks.
But today on this fine Wednesday morning, I am tucked in to my bed with a nice blanket, my laptop and a nice warm cup of coffee. All the while I'm comfortable...dun dun dunnnnn...Friday is looming like...welll...exactly what it is SCARY. I'm not really worried...but truth be told, I'm scared. Ok it's out of the bag. LOL
Today I am going to stay home and get some chores done, pick up Nathan from Preschool and go to the bank. Not exciting, I'll give you that BUT very good when you are a full time working Mom. I keep thinking about how things will be when I am flat on my back for two to three weeks. How will everything go around the house? I know it will be fine but "fine" is relative to the person you are asking. Dad's "fine" is way different than my "fine" ya know what I mean?
But today on this fine Wednesday morning, I am tucked in to my bed with a nice blanket, my laptop and a nice warm cup of coffee. All the while I'm comfortable...dun dun dunnnnn...Friday is looming like...welll...exactly what it is SCARY. I'm not really worried...but truth be told, I'm scared. Ok it's out of the bag. LOL
Today I am going to stay home and get some chores done, pick up Nathan from Preschool and go to the bank. Not exciting, I'll give you that BUT very good when you are a full time working Mom. I keep thinking about how things will be when I am flat on my back for two to three weeks. How will everything go around the house? I know it will be fine but "fine" is relative to the person you are asking. Dad's "fine" is way different than my "fine" ya know what I mean?
Monday, October 18, 2010
Monday, Monday
Okay, the weekend is over. "Monday, Monday...Dah Da Da da Dah Dah...Monday, Monday"..That song is stuck in my head. I just need to work Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and we're right back where we started last Thursday. It can't get here quick enough and I wish the day would never get here. All in the same breath. Strange feeling.
My car broke down this weekend, it didn't leave me stranded though. I was heading back from CleElum. My Tahoe started shifting weird and all kinds of lights started blinking on the dash. NOT GOOD. We took it in to the shop this morning and we should hear from the mechanic this afternoon. I really hope it's minor because we have medical bill s out the wazzu and then this week we have to pay for a hotel, gas, food and whatever out of pocket expenses this week brings. I mean it could not have come at a more inconvenient time, right? But we shall see what the mechanic says and save the panic for then.
Today is my Mom's birthday. She is 80 but don't let her catch me saying that too loud. She hates her age even though she looks great and is more active than most women ten years younger than she is. SO GO MAMA!
I got a call from my sweet boy and daughter this morning. Ty and Jess wanted to call to let Doug and I know they are for sure, coming for Christmas! YES! I screamed the way I did when they told me they were pregnant with Hayden and Kade. Just a knee-jerk reaction I guess! That means I have 10 weeks and counting until I can see those sweet boys...and the kids too (sorry guys!) The whole family will be together for the holidays. In the new house there is room for everyone. Just like we have always hoped. I am so blessed...so pardon me if I gush a little. Doug and I, with God's help, have built a beautiful family. The kids are all doing so well. I can hear the Monopoly Wars now! Grandpa Larry and Tyler heading up the picket lines for what "'fair house rules" are. And then there's the Texas Hold Em poker marathon's.... The all family movie nights... It will be wonderful! I called Amanda and she screamed too! Like mother like daughter.
Tomorrow my sweet Jackson turns 11 years old. I am so proud of this kiddo. What a sweet boy. What an overcomer! He's handsome, and nice and a good student and son. Happy Birthday Action Jackson!
Four days left. Four days left. Amanda and Alexix have been sick so I haven't seen my kids and granchild since Saturday morning...no good. I need my Lexi fix...and besides Auntie Didi is visiting and that's just not cool. Get well Amanda and Alexis...we need to see ya.
I forgot my glasses at home today....not good. Can't see a think with out backing up across the room (cruel "getting old" joke from God) But I seem to be figuring it out.
My car broke down this weekend, it didn't leave me stranded though. I was heading back from CleElum. My Tahoe started shifting weird and all kinds of lights started blinking on the dash. NOT GOOD. We took it in to the shop this morning and we should hear from the mechanic this afternoon. I really hope it's minor because we have medical bill s out the wazzu and then this week we have to pay for a hotel, gas, food and whatever out of pocket expenses this week brings. I mean it could not have come at a more inconvenient time, right? But we shall see what the mechanic says and save the panic for then.
Today is my Mom's birthday. She is 80 but don't let her catch me saying that too loud. She hates her age even though she looks great and is more active than most women ten years younger than she is. SO GO MAMA!
I got a call from my sweet boy and daughter this morning. Ty and Jess wanted to call to let Doug and I know they are for sure, coming for Christmas! YES! I screamed the way I did when they told me they were pregnant with Hayden and Kade. Just a knee-jerk reaction I guess! That means I have 10 weeks and counting until I can see those sweet boys...and the kids too (sorry guys!) The whole family will be together for the holidays. In the new house there is room for everyone. Just like we have always hoped. I am so blessed...so pardon me if I gush a little. Doug and I, with God's help, have built a beautiful family. The kids are all doing so well. I can hear the Monopoly Wars now! Grandpa Larry and Tyler heading up the picket lines for what "'fair house rules" are. And then there's the Texas Hold Em poker marathon's.... The all family movie nights... It will be wonderful! I called Amanda and she screamed too! Like mother like daughter.
Tomorrow my sweet Jackson turns 11 years old. I am so proud of this kiddo. What a sweet boy. What an overcomer! He's handsome, and nice and a good student and son. Happy Birthday Action Jackson!
Four days left. Four days left. Amanda and Alexix have been sick so I haven't seen my kids and granchild since Saturday morning...no good. I need my Lexi fix...and besides Auntie Didi is visiting and that's just not cool. Get well Amanda and Alexis...we need to see ya.
I forgot my glasses at home today....not good. Can't see a think with out backing up across the room (cruel "getting old" joke from God) But I seem to be figuring it out.
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Saturday morning, some coffee. and some Didi.......
Ahh it's Saturday morning. I drove to Spokane yesterday to pick up my life long friend...Diane. 26 years. That's a long time. We've been through it together...babies, marriages beginning and ending...Leukemia in her 4 years old...disagreements...foster babies..adoptions...teenagers, illness for her and me. I was sitting having coffee this morning and thinking how lucky I am. How few people have someone they can count on the way I can count on her. I am blessed. I have other really great friends, I really do. People that I trust and that I am blessed to have it my life. But 26 years is a lifetime...
So we sat and had coffee together this morning and I was remembering many many times like that over the quarter of a century that we've known each other. It's so cool....how lucky am I. But if you read this and think I'm not counting you as a blessing, I am...I really am. Don't feel that way. I'm just Blogging my stuff. It's just today...she's here and I need here and she came...and I'm forever grateful. No doubt about it. Thank you Didi...I love you with all my heart...
So we sat and had coffee together this morning and I was remembering many many times like that over the quarter of a century that we've known each other. It's so cool....how lucky am I. But if you read this and think I'm not counting you as a blessing, I am...I really am. Don't feel that way. I'm just Blogging my stuff. It's just today...she's here and I need here and she came...and I'm forever grateful. No doubt about it. Thank you Didi...I love you with all my heart...
Thursday, October 14, 2010
I found a screw driver !!!
Well I made it through another day. I went to church and it was awesome. God met me right in my seat. I mean it. Pastor Dave just nailed me...well the Holy Spirit did through him. Again he talked about worry and Lordship. I was profoundly affected by the concept that Lordship is really giving up control and worry deminishes God's power in our lives. Boy have I been deminishing God's power in my life. I think there is a huge difference between worry and concern. Doug said that on the way to work. Oh so true. I am concerned about this surgery. I am afraid. But I am trying today to purpose myself to not worry. Matt.12...."Don't worry about what you will eat or your body" This is pary of what Pastor preached on last night. Man, NAILED right between the eyes.
I had a very nice talk with my daughter last night. She listened. She talked. That alone is HUGE for her and for me. It gave me hope and confidence. I still know she has huge problems but if I can just reach her and dig into that mind of hers...I will make a difference. I am trying so hard to do that for her. I love her. God loves her and I know he placed her in our lives. So let's get to it God!
SO I'm going to work today. No Facebook. No Blog (after I finish this) I'm going to try to remember what it feels like to accomplish something. I found a screw driver and I've got my head screwed back on straight, at least for now, right?
I had a very nice talk with my daughter last night. She listened. She talked. That alone is HUGE for her and for me. It gave me hope and confidence. I still know she has huge problems but if I can just reach her and dig into that mind of hers...I will make a difference. I am trying so hard to do that for her. I love her. God loves her and I know he placed her in our lives. So let's get to it God!
SO I'm going to work today. No Facebook. No Blog (after I finish this) I'm going to try to remember what it feels like to accomplish something. I found a screw driver and I've got my head screwed back on straight, at least for now, right?
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