Our week has not been a great one. Here is the timeline for our week so far...
Sunday- Campbell seems to not be feeling well. Noticed a few issues with her but chalked it up to teething. Changed her clothes three times due to accidents. Our friend Richard arrives for the ACU Lectureship.
Monday- I am having issues. Maybe now I am thinking Campbell has a virus. Hopefully we will be better before school tomorrow. Hopefully it is something I ate and Richard will not get it.
Tuesday- Sub in the Two's class because there were not enough subs. Little boy has bloody nose. I feel fine. We enjoy chatting with Richard and eating a good dinner together.
Wednesday- Everything seems to be good. Then comes 2:30pm when Kaylee starts throwing up. Unfortunately it was on the couch so the cushions and the remote managed to get the brut of it. I then clean Kaylee up, put Campbell down for a nap, have Kaylee lay in her bed watching a movie with a trash can close by. Richard picks up a few things for me at the store and makes a hasty retreat back to his home. I cannot say that I blame him. Next I call a sub for me on Thursday. Around 4:00pm I am watching Dr. Phil on the DVR and the remote stops working. HUMMMM! I suppose it is not made to withstand throw up. I am stuck watching the game network till Cary gets home. My husband figures out how to change the channel on the dish receiver. Yeah! However we have to now order a remote off eBay to replace the ruined one. I am now stuck watching commercials which I have not watched in a long time thanks to DVR. Oh well, it could be worse right?? The girls go to bed and we go to bed very tired and ready for a new day.
Thursday- Take Campbell to her 9:00am 15 month well baby visit at Dr. Steadmans. Campbell screams the whole time the Doctor is examining her. I do not know how he heard a heartbeat through all of that screaming. Calm her down a little. Talk to the Doctor about Kaylee's umbilical hernia. Campbell gets four shots including the first part of her flu shot. She weighs 25.5 pounds and is 33 inches tall. After getting her calmed down for the second time the nurse gives her a Good Night Moon book and all is well with the world again. (I love that they get a book each time they go to the doctor. It's the teacher in me I think.) I make a second flu shot appointment for Campbell and a flu shot for Kaylee along with a consultation about the hernia. My sweet husband will be making the next appointment with me:) So far Kaylee is doing good:)
I just hope tomorrow is better than the rest of the week has been:)
September 21, 2006
September 19, 2006
Good Friends + Good Soccer = Good Times
Last weekend the Grubbs and Michael Taylor came to visit us. Well they really came to got to the Mesquite vs Abilene High game but I am going to think they just came to see us. Friday night Kaylee and Cary met them at the football game and had a blast. She loved Wyatt so much:) Of course Kaylee went to bed while we stayed up talking and catching up on life. There was a lot of laughing going on.
The next morning the crazy boys got up early to go hunting while the smart women slept in and ate cinnamon rolls for breakfast. Cary, Chris, and Michael arrived home in time to get cleaned up for Kaylee's big soccer game. We were in charge of the after game snacks so we let a little early for practicing before the game and to get things ready. Kaylee had a great time playing and was so happy that all of our "guestes" (as she calls them) came to her game.
Kaylee played her little heart out. We were so proud of her! She fell down several times trying to get the ball but each time she got right back up and went to the ball. I am so glad that she has her father's athletic ability:) We did not win the game but the team we were playing had girls that were a year older than ours so I do not feel we did badly at all.
Campbell even went to "Tay Tay" (aka Michael) long enough for me to get a picture. She had fun trying to run on the field and laughing during the game. We definitely all had a fun time. After the game we all went to Sharon's for some delicious BBQ before our sweet friends had to head home. We are so glad that they came to see us and look forward to them coming again very soon:)
The next morning the crazy boys got up early to go hunting while the smart women slept in and ate cinnamon rolls for breakfast. Cary, Chris, and Michael arrived home in time to get cleaned up for Kaylee's big soccer game. We were in charge of the after game snacks so we let a little early for practicing before the game and to get things ready. Kaylee had a great time playing and was so happy that all of our "guestes" (as she calls them) came to her game.
Kaylee played her little heart out. We were so proud of her! She fell down several times trying to get the ball but each time she got right back up and went to the ball. I am so glad that she has her father's athletic ability:) We did not win the game but the team we were playing had girls that were a year older than ours so I do not feel we did badly at all. 
Campbell even went to "Tay Tay" (aka Michael) long enough for me to get a picture. She had fun trying to run on the field and laughing during the game. We definitely all had a fun time. After the game we all went to Sharon's for some delicious BBQ before our sweet friends had to head home. We are so glad that they came to see us and look forward to them coming again very soon:)
September 14, 2006
Kaylee's thoughts...
My oldest daughter has come up with some funny things lately. I just wanted to record them before I forgot. Here are a few of my favorites:
* While riding in the car with Daddy. Kaylee,"Did you know that the moon is God's eyeball?" Daddy, "No, why do you say that?" Kaylee (in a very matter a fact tone), "Well he is watching over us even at night so the moon is his eyeball looking at us and watching over us." Daddy, "Where did you hear that?" Kaylee, "I just know."
* In the car on the way to church. Kaylee, "Did you know God talks to you in your head?" Mommy, "Really, who told you that?" Kaylee, "I just know because he talks to me all the time." Mommy, "Good to know."
* Talking about friends at school. Kaylee, "Mommy you know my very best friends Parker and Chloe?" Mommy, "Yes, Kaylee I do. Why are they your very best friends?" Kaylee, "Because they are mature like me." Mommy, "What does mature me?" Kaylee, "It means that you act older than you are, you know that."
* Kaylee came home from school on Tuesday saying, "My teacher said I am as smart as a cookie." The teacher has already told me that Kaylee keeps her on her toes at all times. What teacher Karen actually said was that Kaylee was "one smart cookie" because she knew how to spell a few words in class. Too funny:)
* Today at chapel one of Kaylee's friends was asked to lead her favorite song. Her friend was not singing loudly or where anyone could understand the song she was singing. Mrs. Becky asked if anyone could help the friend lead the song and of course Kaylee rose her hand since she loves to sing all the time. Mrs. Becky said, "Kaylee why don't you help your friend sing her song, you can start it for us?" Since no one understood what the little girl was singing including Kaylee, she said, "I think she should start the song since it is her song." (My daughter already knows how to get herself out of a sticky situation:)
* While riding in the car with Daddy. Kaylee,"Did you know that the moon is God's eyeball?" Daddy, "No, why do you say that?" Kaylee (in a very matter a fact tone), "Well he is watching over us even at night so the moon is his eyeball looking at us and watching over us." Daddy, "Where did you hear that?" Kaylee, "I just know."
* In the car on the way to church. Kaylee, "Did you know God talks to you in your head?" Mommy, "Really, who told you that?" Kaylee, "I just know because he talks to me all the time." Mommy, "Good to know."
* Talking about friends at school. Kaylee, "Mommy you know my very best friends Parker and Chloe?" Mommy, "Yes, Kaylee I do. Why are they your very best friends?" Kaylee, "Because they are mature like me." Mommy, "What does mature me?" Kaylee, "It means that you act older than you are, you know that."
* Kaylee came home from school on Tuesday saying, "My teacher said I am as smart as a cookie." The teacher has already told me that Kaylee keeps her on her toes at all times. What teacher Karen actually said was that Kaylee was "one smart cookie" because she knew how to spell a few words in class. Too funny:)
* Today at chapel one of Kaylee's friends was asked to lead her favorite song. Her friend was not singing loudly or where anyone could understand the song she was singing. Mrs. Becky asked if anyone could help the friend lead the song and of course Kaylee rose her hand since she loves to sing all the time. Mrs. Becky said, "Kaylee why don't you help your friend sing her song, you can start it for us?" Since no one understood what the little girl was singing including Kaylee, she said, "I think she should start the song since it is her song." (My daughter already knows how to get herself out of a sticky situation:)
September 11, 2006
Parade, ACU, & a Birthday
Well this pasweekend was jamm packed with all kinds of fun! My parents came in town Saturday morning just in time to go to the West Texas Fair and Rodeo Parade. The girls had never been to a parade before so I thought it would be fun for all. We got great seats across from the parade announcer. Before the parade had even started Kaylee talked Papa into finding her something to drink.
Kaylee's favorite part of the parade was the Big Purple Band. Too funny:)
As you can see from the pictures both girls were very comfortable with their spots. The parade ended up lasting for an hour and a half. I was quite surprised since I was expecting a 45 minute parade.
Both the girls did great! After the parade we went to Sharon's BBQ to pick up lunch and the proofs from the girls pictures I had gotten taken the day before. (I will post those when I have time to scan them in.) They turned out great though:)
Once everyone had rested a little we loaded up again and headed to ACU for the final 150th Birthday Celebration for ACU. They had a precious carnival for the kids to enjoy. Of course Kaylee's favorite was the games where she could win a prize. It is amazing how much joy a ten cent prize can bring to a four year old girl. Next came the brief speach from Dr. Money and then time for the cake. They had several hundred purple cupcakes for everyone to enjoy. Of course we all had purple frosting on us by the time we were done. I was so excited that Kaylee let me take a picture of her with Willie the Wildcat.
(I am sure that most of my friends remember her aversion to any kind of dressed up animal. She still does not like Chuck E. Cheese) Anyway if she ever decides to go to ACU one day I thought this picture would be fun to have around. After a little more playing and a brief trip to the bookstore we were loaded up and heading towards the house again. We got there just in time for Cary and I to change and be out the door again. We actually had a date night:) We went to Lytle Land & Cattle for a delicious steak dinner then to the Paramount for the ACU musiacl. It was so much fun!! I love the Paramount theatre and downtown Abilene at night. It takes me back to college.
Sunday we went to church and celebrated my Dad's birthday. We even went to Rosa's for lunch which was great! Once we arrived home Dad opened his gift and they headed back home while we all headed for the bed for a nap.
Kaylee's favorite part of the parade was the Big Purple Band. Too funny:)As you can see from the pictures both girls were very comfortable with their spots. The parade ended up lasting for an hour and a half. I was quite surprised since I was expecting a 45 minute parade.
Both the girls did great! After the parade we went to Sharon's BBQ to pick up lunch and the proofs from the girls pictures I had gotten taken the day before. (I will post those when I have time to scan them in.) They turned out great though:)
Once everyone had rested a little we loaded up again and headed to ACU for the final 150th Birthday Celebration for ACU. They had a precious carnival for the kids to enjoy. Of course Kaylee's favorite was the games where she could win a prize. It is amazing how much joy a ten cent prize can bring to a four year old girl. Next came the brief speach from Dr. Money and then time for the cake. They had several hundred purple cupcakes for everyone to enjoy. Of course we all had purple frosting on us by the time we were done. I was so excited that Kaylee let me take a picture of her with Willie the Wildcat.
(I am sure that most of my friends remember her aversion to any kind of dressed up animal. She still does not like Chuck E. Cheese) Anyway if she ever decides to go to ACU one day I thought this picture would be fun to have around. After a little more playing and a brief trip to the bookstore we were loaded up and heading towards the house again. We got there just in time for Cary and I to change and be out the door again. We actually had a date night:) We went to Lytle Land & Cattle for a delicious steak dinner then to the Paramount for the ACU musiacl. It was so much fun!! I love the Paramount theatre and downtown Abilene at night. It takes me back to college.
Sunday we went to church and celebrated my Dad's birthday. We even went to Rosa's for lunch which was great! Once we arrived home Dad opened his gift and they headed back home while we all headed for the bed for a nap.
September 5, 2006
First Day of School x 2 & Out of Retirement
Well today marked a new year of school for both of my girls! (and me too)
A few weeks ago the opportunity to work at Young Children's World fell into my lap. I was asked to be the helper in the Three Year Old Class. This meant both of my girls would be in a different class from me and I could buy the dining room table I have had my eye on a little sooner. At first I thought "No way!". Then I remembered how attached my youngest sweet baby is and thought it would be a great opportunity for her to get use to someone else and realize that when I leave I will come back. Thus began my venture into the workforce two days a week.
Today we all got ready for school and work. I have to say it went smoother than I had expected. We started off with our tradition of breakfast at McDonald's with the girls.
It is a time we all look forward to since it is rare for us all to be out the door before 8 o'clock. The girls thoroughly enjoyed their pancakes. They managed to finish in record time and even be able to play on the playground a little.
It was nice to have the place basically to ourselves. As you can see in the pictures the girls had a great time. Campbell even tried her had at some video games while Kaylee was sliding down the slide. I left the fun a little early to get to work and Cary was sweet to bring the girls a little later so I could get a few things done at school without interruption. Now for the synopsis of our day.
Me- Let me start by saying all the children were very good. I will give it a few weeks to see if it is their regular behavior or if they are just getting use to us. They really are a precious group. Most of the day is a blur, I do not remember sitting down much at all. There were a lot of things to be done as the helper which is good because it helps the day go by quickly. (I was good and only peeked in on the girls once.) I love all the ladies that I work with and feel like it will be a fun year. (The jury is still out on whether their will be a repeat performance though.) On the way home I treated myself to a Big Sonic peach sweet tea and instantly I felt good at least for a little bit. Once I got home I realized just how sore and tired I was after all. Good thing I have tomorrow to rest up before the fun begins again.
Kaylee- My sweet big girl is in the 5 year old class this year (they put older fours in the fives class) and I am realizing that this is my last year to have her every day. I am so glad that her class room is around the corner so I can have these memories of her playing and learning. She was so happy to see her friends today. It was as if her whole world was complete again. The smile was literally stuck on her face all day.
She could not wait to go get Campbell and tell me all about her day. The first words out of her mouth were, "I love school and learning. My teacher is so nice she taught us lots of stuff. I cannot wait to go back tomorrow. One of the best parts was meeting new friends and seeing some of my best friends." I pray Kaylee always has such a zest for life, school, and friends. I could not have wished for her to have a better day if I had tried. What a comfort to have your child surrounded by those who love her and want her to achieve.
Campbell- I need to start by saying that my sweet baby had a great day! I was so worried since Campbell is so attached to me but things went really well. She did cry a little in the beginning (therefore there is no picture of her with her teachers) but once the routine started her teachers said she was fine. The Director even went to check on her a few times and said that she was ruling the roost in her class and having a big time. She only slept 30 minutes at naptime but that is thirty more minutes than I thought she would sleep. It worked great for me because she went down for a nap when we got home:) When I went to get her she was walking around carrying her luch box and continued to carry it all over the building, to the car, and the whole way home. Too cute! In class she made the cutest little ladybug with her thumbprints which is a keeper. Also she had on her note that the teachers loved her sweet smile. Yeah! Teacher Tiffany and Teacher Lauren are a perfect fit for Campbell so I think it will be a super year:)
Thank you Lord for placing sweet angels in our lives and for giving my sweet girls a good day.
A few weeks ago the opportunity to work at Young Children's World fell into my lap. I was asked to be the helper in the Three Year Old Class. This meant both of my girls would be in a different class from me and I could buy the dining room table I have had my eye on a little sooner. At first I thought "No way!". Then I remembered how attached my youngest sweet baby is and thought it would be a great opportunity for her to get use to someone else and realize that when I leave I will come back. Thus began my venture into the workforce two days a week.
Today we all got ready for school and work. I have to say it went smoother than I had expected. We started off with our tradition of breakfast at McDonald's with the girls.
It is a time we all look forward to since it is rare for us all to be out the door before 8 o'clock. The girls thoroughly enjoyed their pancakes. They managed to finish in record time and even be able to play on the playground a little.
It was nice to have the place basically to ourselves. As you can see in the pictures the girls had a great time. Campbell even tried her had at some video games while Kaylee was sliding down the slide. I left the fun a little early to get to work and Cary was sweet to bring the girls a little later so I could get a few things done at school without interruption. Now for the synopsis of our day.Me- Let me start by saying all the children were very good. I will give it a few weeks to see if it is their regular behavior or if they are just getting use to us. They really are a precious group. Most of the day is a blur, I do not remember sitting down much at all. There were a lot of things to be done as the helper which is good because it helps the day go by quickly. (I was good and only peeked in on the girls once.) I love all the ladies that I work with and feel like it will be a fun year. (The jury is still out on whether their will be a repeat performance though.) On the way home I treated myself to a Big Sonic peach sweet tea and instantly I felt good at least for a little bit. Once I got home I realized just how sore and tired I was after all. Good thing I have tomorrow to rest up before the fun begins again.
Kaylee- My sweet big girl is in the 5 year old class this year (they put older fours in the fives class) and I am realizing that this is my last year to have her every day. I am so glad that her class room is around the corner so I can have these memories of her playing and learning. She was so happy to see her friends today. It was as if her whole world was complete again. The smile was literally stuck on her face all day.
She could not wait to go get Campbell and tell me all about her day. The first words out of her mouth were, "I love school and learning. My teacher is so nice she taught us lots of stuff. I cannot wait to go back tomorrow. One of the best parts was meeting new friends and seeing some of my best friends." I pray Kaylee always has such a zest for life, school, and friends. I could not have wished for her to have a better day if I had tried. What a comfort to have your child surrounded by those who love her and want her to achieve. Campbell- I need to start by saying that my sweet baby had a great day! I was so worried since Campbell is so attached to me but things went really well. She did cry a little in the beginning (therefore there is no picture of her with her teachers) but once the routine started her teachers said she was fine. The Director even went to check on her a few times and said that she was ruling the roost in her class and having a big time. She only slept 30 minutes at naptime but that is thirty more minutes than I thought she would sleep. It worked great for me because she went down for a nap when we got home:) When I went to get her she was walking around carrying her luch box and continued to carry it all over the building, to the car, and the whole way home. Too cute! In class she made the cutest little ladybug with her thumbprints which is a keeper. Also she had on her note that the teachers loved her sweet smile. Yeah! Teacher Tiffany and Teacher Lauren are a perfect fit for Campbell so I think it will be a super year:)
Thank you Lord for placing sweet angels in our lives and for giving my sweet girls a good day.
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