Life

Life is short. We need to live everyday as if it may be our last. This week has been difficult. Early Monday morning, I was reading my email and there was one from Jo, my friend and hairdresser. The email was sad. She said that her husband, Brett, who was only 50 died on Sunday after her and her daughter did CPR until the paramedics arrived and tried for 45 minutes to revive him without success.

Yesterday, again I was checking email and saw one from a neighbor. He stated that another neighbor who is in her early 50s was killed in a terrible car accident less than 2 miles from home on her way home from work. I broke down and cried. A couple years ago, her husband died of a heart attack at work just before Christmas. Last October, she was so happy because she had just gotten remarried starting her life all over again.

We are not guaranteed tomorrow. Take the time to give your loved ones a hug and tell them you love them. Don't wait until tomorrow because tomorrow may never come. And, don't let the sun go down on your anger. The bible tells us that, but do we always do that. I used to, but I have swayed from that. I believe God had a reason for telling us that. He is the one in control and if we do, and we lose the one we love, we are the ones who suffer in more ways than the initial loss.

Take the time now, today, and don't wait until tomorrow.

Having Fun

I picked up my new van on Thursday, and people from work wanted to see a picture. Well, this is what I sent them. Earlier in the week, my boss sent out an email containing pictures of women drivers. The very last picture, which was the gold medal winner, had my picture super-imposed in it. It was a good laugh. So, when asked to send a picture of my van, I decided to find the worst picture I could and super-impose a picture of me in it. It was lots of fun. Our group, DOT, really does work hard at our jobs, but we have lots of fun in the process. Laughing is a GREAT stress reliever. And, I love to help out whenever I can.

New Van

Well, I'm 52 years old, and I am finally getting a brand new vehicle. Not just a new vehicle that was previously used by someone else that maybe wasn't exactly the color I wanted or had the features I wanted. I was always settling for someone else's hand-me-downs. And, I didn't always have a real say in the matter. Well, yesterday, I signed the papers to purchase a 2008 Chrysler Town and Country. It is the color I wanted and has the features I wanted (heated seats was the big one... LOL).

I know that buying new isn't always "smart" according to some people. But, in my lifetime I always wished that I would have at least one, which has finally come ture. The big selling point was the Lifetime Powertrain Warranty. With all the driving I do for work, that will be a big plus. I had to give up some gas mileage for comfort, but it is worth it with the amount of hours I spend in my car.

We will pick it up on Thursday. I am really excited.

Proud Parent

Just wanted to let everyone know how proud I am of my daughter, Kim. She completed her LPN training late last year, and she has taken her state boards. She passed, which is not surprising to me. I had no doubt in my mind that she would. She has a new job, and she will excel as she always has.

She is a loving and kind woman. She will make a fantastic nurse. Great job Kim! Keep up the good work.

Working full time again!

Well, I started back to work full time after the first of the year. It has been good but challenging at times. I am still not 100% even though the neurologist released me with no restrictions. Had to contact my family doctor and discuss the restrictions. He did fill out the appropriate paperwork to allow me to work into no restrictions. This will take time, but each day and each week will get better.

Feels good to be productive again!

Christmas Pictures

Well my daughter has asked me to put some pictures of the our Christmas together. Here's one of all the gifts under the tree.

And, Noah, being 19 months old just can't seem to keep his hands off the ornaments on the tree. He would always bring them to me, but he was always a little curious.

And, here's Ryan with his famous smile. Whenever I see him, he always lights up a room with a smile.

And, I'm not sure why Adam is scowling at, but something must have gotten him a little out of sorts. Oh well, it was probably waiting for opening of presents.

Finally, the kids get to open presents. Adam is checking out his sister Destanie's gifts. Nothing like seeing them get along.

A few from upstairs of the mess after opening all the gifts. Looks like everyone enjoyed what they got. Bailey looks a little bored though.

Ryan and Adam playing with one of Adam's toys. I think that there's nothing like cousins playing together and enjoying each other's company.



And, Grandpa is holding Ruthanne trying to get her to play with an "old" toy from the toybox upstairs. Come on Grandpa, get real, I want my NEW toys to play with.

Trying to get the five grandkids together with "happy" faces was a challenge. Maybe as they get older, it will be a little easier. The kids are dressed in matching PJs by family. You can tell who belongs to who this way.


Well, it was a very Merry Christmas after all. Looking forward to next year!!! Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year too.

Giving

I started a post almost a month ago, but never posted it. Now it is a little dated, so I will start fresh.

The holidays are almost over with and I must admit that I'm a little relieved. I love the season of giving and getting together with family, but it has been a trying season this year. Without boring you with any details, lets just say I'm looking forward to the new year.

The blessings of this holiday season have been my five grandchildren. They truly light up my heart when I see them. Watching them open their gifts and playing with them take me back to a time when my own children were young. Back then, we didn't have the finances to give them as much as we wanted too; but, they never complained. Now with this new generation, I can give without worrying about where the next dollar will come from, which is a wonderful feeling as I love giving.

Giving is what the season is all about. Not the monetary value of things, but the thought behind the gift. God sent His only son, Jesus, to be born at Christmas. He gave us the most important and wonderful gift of all. He is the reason we have the gift of life through accepting His only son, Jesus, as our Lord and Savior.

Thank you God for giving us your Son. He is truly the most wonderful blessing of all.