HECTIC

To say the last 2 weeks of school were hectic would be a complete understatement.

In order: Landri hurt her foot and had to have it xrayed the day after Mother's day. On my way back to work from bringing her for the xray...a flat tire. Thank you Jesus is happened right by the daycare which is a minute from my house. I gave up on the day at that point and missed work completely. The next day Taryn had a cleaning at the dentist during my lunch break...it lasted longer and I was late getting back to work. Taryn had her end of the year band concert that night, and performed a solo on her flute. She did so good. Wednesday I almost made a full day at the office until I was struck with a sudden migraine headache. I had to leave early, go home, take medicine and get in bed. Well, then came all the rain and storms. Thursday morning I got dressed for work, went to drop Landri at daycare to find out that they did not have electricity and were not opening. Thankfully Rich had not left for work yet and said he would stay home with her that day. That Saturday we went to a birthday party for my friends twins. It was a great day. Then last Wednesday my co worker went on vacation. I had felt myself starting to get sick early in the week, and the day she left was the day I could barely lift my head to get out of bed. I was SICK. I never had time to go to the dr. but I believe it was bronchitis or something similar. I made it through work that day but it was rough. Work has been extremely busy lately. Thursday was Taryn's last day of school. They got out at 11:30, so I picked her up on my lunch break and brought her to work with me for the rest of the day. She was not feeling good, so she slept until it was time to go. That night we managed to go see Prince Caspian, even though we both felt horrible. Friday she went to work with me all day, got a hair cut during my lunch hour, came home, packed her clothes and she left for her dad's early Saturday morning. Landri wanted to bring her sissy to the airport, so she tagged along. I got some sad pictures of her at the airport that I cannot seem to get off of my camera. WHEW! It's been a whirlwind. My house is really quiet with only one child. This week was better. Probably because it was shorter since we were off for Memorial day, and my co worker was back. YAY!

Prince Caspian, TONIGHT!

It's been a crazy couple of weeks...but I'll post more about that when I have time. Tonight Taryn and I are having a Mommy/Daughter date. We are going to see Prince Caspian. YAY! We have been eagerly anticipating this for months & months. I promised her we would go see it before she left for the summer, so tonight is the night. We watched The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe last night to get ready. Big shout out to my most awesome hubby, for watching Landri while Taryn and I spend some quality time together. I love you babe!

Mother's Day

You may be asking yourself, "what is that?" This would be my Mother's Day gift from Landri. Yes it is a cup full of dirt, potting soil, whatever you want to call it. I say dirt. Across the bottom of the cup is written "Freesias." I will have to Google that. I'm sure it is a probably a flower. I had to laugh though. She was so proud as she handed me my cup of dirt as I was getting ready for church. Yesterday she did not have a good day at all. I made her promise that she would be good on Mother's Day. I told her it was a law that she had to be good and listen to me all day. I also told her that she would have to wear a pretty dress to church. She was fine with all of this before bed Saturday night, but Sunday morning was a different story. She is like a fish out of water with a dress on.

My Mother's Day started pretty strange. We got woke up way before 7am, by my phone ringing and knocking at the door. Our dogs went crazy and when Rich got to the door my friend and neighbor from a couple of houses down was crying and asking to see me. Her Mother had passed away. I was still half asleep and a little shocked. I thought I was dreaming. I just held her and let her cry. She was not as close with her Mother as she would like to have been. She has shared with me plenty of times that she never really felt loved or wanted by her mom or her dad. Her birthday was a few weeks back and her mom forgot to call her. I remember how much that hurt her. Now her mom is gone. No more chances to work on their relationship. I told my kids all day how much I love them. I kept thinking that if something happened to me I want them to know how much they mean to me. Then, a thought...we need to live everyday like it's our last one. The people in our lives need to know how much they mean to us everyday.

Church was awesome. We had to be there a little bit early because Taryn was passing out Mother's Day girfts as people entered the building. She looked so beautiful. We all got these really great smelling candles. We always honor the widows on Mother's Day too. They stood up while we clapped for them and they got an extra special gift. We are also careful to be sensitive to those who are experiencing infertility or loss of child. We passed out a book called, "Hannah's Hope" that the ladies could come pick up in the foyer after service. We did this last year also, and I picked up the book for a friend that had just had her 5th miscarriage.

We sang two of my favorite songs. "Lead me to the Cross" and "Amazing Grace." DeLynn delivered the message this weekend and did a wonderful job. Watch out Dino...she can preach! I love our church!

Nope, not today!!!

This is Miss Landri at her soccer game on Saturday. Notice that she looks perfectly fine in the first picture. The sun was in her eyes but she was all smiles. Look closely at the second picture, she is crying and running off of the field into my arms. She decided that she did not want to play less than a minute after the game started. Yep, I said less than a minute. There was nothing we could say to make her get back on the field. No threats, no promises of a big surprise. Nothing! When her mind is made up that's it! Thanks baby girl, we all could have slept in.

He is Faithful

I had to let go of a freindship yesterday that meant so much to me. I am hurting, but I know it's for the best. I prayed about it and lost sleep for many nights and the Lord kept telling me over and over to let it go. I didn't want to, but I had to listen. I have to trust my Father. He will take care of me and heal my heart. On my way home yesterday "You are Faithful" by Hillsong came on and I just lifted my hand to Jesus and started to cry. I pray that my friend understands my reasons and knows that I love her and will miss her friendship terribly. I know that she is hurting as well and I pray that God will surround her many great friends. She'll always have a special place in my heart.

Lord of all the earth
How You care for me
You have made me
You will save and carry me always
You are faithful
You are faithful
You are faithful
Your joy is my strength
Lord you are my God
I rely on You
I put my hope in things not seen
Your promises all true
Always you’re with me
Your hand will lift me
My trust is in your hands
Always you’re with me
Your hand will lift me
My trust is in your hands

Great Weekend!

Taryn got in Friday from Beta convention a little after 3pm and went straight to the Sadie Hawkins dance. Her dance was over at 4:30, but she and the other 6th grade dance team members stayed to work at the 7th & 8th grade dance. Taryn & Rachel worked the picture table, and other girls worked the concession booth. My friend Liz picked Taryn up at 7:30 when that dance was over because Rich and I went to our awesome married couples bible study at Mark & Kim Ammons house. We had "extreme nacho" night. We had a great time, like we always do. Two new couples came...our group just keeps on growing and that is great. When we left there, I called Liz to tell her we were on our way to get Taryn, and she said Taryn had been asleep since 8:30. Come to find out, she had stayed up til 2am in the hotel the night before...I guess she was tired.

Saturday, Rich had to be at the church for 7am for the car prep. I heard all about it when he got home that afternoon. What an awesome outreach this is to the community. About 120 women showed up (single moms, widows, & military wives) to have their cars serviced. BP donated all the oil and O'Reily's donated all the parts. A couple of the cars that Rich and his team worked on needed new batteries...no problem...on another car they replaced the badly worn brakes...no problem...new wiper blades...oil changes...checking tires, filling up fluids, then washing the cars, and cleaning the inside. I could go and on...all FREE. And while the men are working on the cars the ladies get to go inside and be pampered. They got massages, manicures, pedicures, food & gifts. The best story that I heard was that a lady was passing by and her car broke down right in front of the church. She had no idea what was happening that day. I'm sure she was a bit confused about what was going on and why people wanted to fix her car for free and pamper her while she waited. God placed her in that exact spot for a reason. Maybe to get her attention. I think He got it. My heart can't help but smile when I think about it...when I think of all the women who were served on Saturday...all for God's glory! How awesome...I'll be posting pictures tomorrow.

At our Saturday evening service I worked "guest services", which is always fun. Then Liz and I went to see "Made of Honor" with Patrick Dempsey. It was very cute...and fun to have a girls night away. Thanks to my great hubby for not minding that I went and watching the kiddos. He's the bestest!

Sunday morning we all got up and went to church, then we ate at CiCi's, went to Petland, Big Lots, Ross, Target, Walmart and then back to Big Lots. We got home after 6:00 and then did yard work.

Tonight is the last HP women of the semester. But Pamper Night is coming Monday, June 9th. That is great night to invite ladies who wouldn't normally come to church. Tons of give-aways, food, fun and pampering!

Beta Trip & Trip to Wally World

Taryn had to be at her school at 6:15 am for roll call before departing for Beta convention in Lafayette. I hope she has fun. I wish I would have taken a picture of her this morning before she left. She looked so cute. Last night we went to Walmart and I bought a few snacks for her to take and share with her other roomies. I asked her if they would think she was geek for bringing a bag full snacks and she said, "are you kidding Mom, I'll be the coolest because I'll be the one with the snacks." So, with that said, I loaded up her "HPC Chick" bag with rice krispie treats and peanut butter crackers. While we were there and I was getting for Taryn, Landri threw the fit of all fits to make sure she would not leave empty handed. I caved and bought her a "Dora the explorer" shirt. She doesn't even watch that show...BUT HAD TO HAVE IT! She always wins. (LOL) I mean, have you seen her? You wouldn't be able to say no either.