Friday, September 24, 2010
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Just a note
Dear Tommy & Kallyn,
I can't sleep tonight, so I thought I would write you a little note. These days I have been feeling like the weight of the world is on my shoulders. We have alot going on. I often wonder if I do right by you two. As a parent, I realize that every action I take effects you guys. I hope that I am making the right choices. I want you guys to be proud of me. I really could not have ever asked for 2 more wonderful children. I am so lucky to have you. My life is never boring!
I am so amazed by your knowledge of baseball Tommy. You run your fantasy teams like a pro. I have no clue what they even mean ..lol I will never forgot at 8 years old when you placed in the top 20 in a national fantasy league. You have an amazing memory and can recall every stat. You started watching NASCAR at 5 and you can recall the winner and venue of every race you have ever watched. You are truly gifted..Maybe we should go to Vegas kid..lol
Kallyn, you are so funny. You keep asking me for singing lessons. You want to sing on stage. I admire your courage! I love the way you put you hands on my cheeks and get in my face and say ( in baby talk) I love you little momma! You are truely an entertainer! I love you guys. More then ever! Life is good!
I can't sleep tonight, so I thought I would write you a little note. These days I have been feeling like the weight of the world is on my shoulders. We have alot going on. I often wonder if I do right by you two. As a parent, I realize that every action I take effects you guys. I hope that I am making the right choices. I want you guys to be proud of me. I really could not have ever asked for 2 more wonderful children. I am so lucky to have you. My life is never boring!
I am so amazed by your knowledge of baseball Tommy. You run your fantasy teams like a pro. I have no clue what they even mean ..lol I will never forgot at 8 years old when you placed in the top 20 in a national fantasy league. You have an amazing memory and can recall every stat. You started watching NASCAR at 5 and you can recall the winner and venue of every race you have ever watched. You are truly gifted..Maybe we should go to Vegas kid..lol
Kallyn, you are so funny. You keep asking me for singing lessons. You want to sing on stage. I admire your courage! I love the way you put you hands on my cheeks and get in my face and say ( in baby talk) I love you little momma! You are truely an entertainer! I love you guys. More then ever! Life is good!
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Bloomin' where we are planted (or at least trying)
Dear Tommy and Kallyn,
The past year has brought so many changes in our life. Mainly living in Texas. In some ways I feel like I have failed you guys. You see, growing up I lived in the same small town all my life. I went from Kindergarten to College with people I grew up with. This was very important to me. You guys will not have this luxury.
The year before Tommy started school, we decided to build a new home. We spent many months researching places and decided on the picturesque town of Woodstock,IL. The movie Groundhog day was filmed in our town square. It had that small town feel that I wanted for you, but was on the Chicago commuter train line. The best of both worlds. for sure! We had planned to live there for pretty much the rest of our lives. Along came 2008, and the economy went bust. Especially the tech sector. Our world changed overnight. Truth be told, I learned so much about myself in the period. I learned what is really important, who is important, and well what life is really all about. An offer came from Texas in January 09. I had never considered moving to the Southwest. We arrived here in June of 09. I had never even set one foot in Texas until the day I moved here. It was a big change. I think the hardest part was moving in the summer because you guys did not get to meet any kids. September came around and it was Kallyn's 4th birthday. She was used to having big parties in IL and lots of friends. I was very sad to celebrate her birthday alone.
What a difference a year makes!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We have been so blessed to meet some amazing people! You guys have an adopted grandma. Her name is Joyce. She treats you guys like her own. On the weekends she picks her grand kids and you guys up and takes you to McDonald's to play, or the movies ect. I can not even imagine what I did to deserve someone like her!. We have managed to make a Texas family in just a year. So many people have supported us, are there for us and look out for us. It is just "Texas" way, I guess..I am not sure how long we will be in Tx, maybe forever. Only god knows. No matter what, we have each other. So bloom where you are planted, my beautiful little flowers!
The past year has brought so many changes in our life. Mainly living in Texas. In some ways I feel like I have failed you guys. You see, growing up I lived in the same small town all my life. I went from Kindergarten to College with people I grew up with. This was very important to me. You guys will not have this luxury.
The year before Tommy started school, we decided to build a new home. We spent many months researching places and decided on the picturesque town of Woodstock,IL. The movie Groundhog day was filmed in our town square. It had that small town feel that I wanted for you, but was on the Chicago commuter train line. The best of both worlds. for sure! We had planned to live there for pretty much the rest of our lives. Along came 2008, and the economy went bust. Especially the tech sector. Our world changed overnight. Truth be told, I learned so much about myself in the period. I learned what is really important, who is important, and well what life is really all about. An offer came from Texas in January 09. I had never considered moving to the Southwest. We arrived here in June of 09. I had never even set one foot in Texas until the day I moved here. It was a big change. I think the hardest part was moving in the summer because you guys did not get to meet any kids. September came around and it was Kallyn's 4th birthday. She was used to having big parties in IL and lots of friends. I was very sad to celebrate her birthday alone.
What a difference a year makes!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We have been so blessed to meet some amazing people! You guys have an adopted grandma. Her name is Joyce. She treats you guys like her own. On the weekends she picks her grand kids and you guys up and takes you to McDonald's to play, or the movies ect. I can not even imagine what I did to deserve someone like her!. We have managed to make a Texas family in just a year. So many people have supported us, are there for us and look out for us. It is just "Texas" way, I guess..I am not sure how long we will be in Tx, maybe forever. Only god knows. No matter what, we have each other. So bloom where you are planted, my beautiful little flowers!
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Special People : )
Dear Friends,
I feel the need to write this note to show my true appreciation. The reason I have tagged you in this blog is because you have really helped me in my time of need. Until recently I have practiced the principles of Buddhism. The day of Kallyn's anaphyalaxsis changed my life. I realized that I needed more. That definitely rang true this week at Kallyn's allergy appt. They had to inject her with the venom. It was terrifying to see them inject her with something that could kill her.. As the testing started, I received several texts from FB friends who were praying for Kallyn and instantly my soul was at peace! I have not felt that warmth in many, many years! Every time I post a prayer request, I know that you all consistently pray for us! That means the world to me! Not only have you helped my family, you have helped to save my soul!
As for Miss Kallyn she is a candidate for rapid venom immunotherapy. This procedure will inject her with 10xs the venom then her last allergy appt. This will be scary, BUT I know I have God and all of you looking out for her! The upside is that she most likely will be immune to fire arts by the time she starts Kindergarten next year! That brings amazing peace to my soul! Thank you guys for the prayers. I hope in life that our paths cross again. Both Kallyn and I have big hugs for our prayer warriors!
Bobbi Jo- You are an awesome person! You set the example for all the rest of us mothers. Your attitude is amazing! Your struggles are big, but you are bigger! Love!
Tiffany- You are absolutely darling! I appreciate the way you always check on me. I know you are praying for us! You have a big heart!
Debbie- I truly appreciate your prayers ( Tonyas too!) I think you have a direct line to the man upstairs! I think you are such a wonderful person because you take care of everybody! I know that your sacrificies are so appreciated!
Leesa- Everytime I post a prayer request, you're one of the first to respond! You are truly a beautiful person-inside and out! A real rarity in this world! I truly appreciate your kindness. Your kids are lucky to have such a wonderful mom!
Larry & Jill- No words can truly express how we feel about you. We are SO lucky to have you. Larry, you took the role as Substitute husband when Tom moved away.I will never forget how you looked out for me & the kids. I love you guys, and miss you will ALL my heart! Even if we never spoke another word to each other again in our lives, I would still feel the same about you all!
I feel the need to write this note to show my true appreciation. The reason I have tagged you in this blog is because you have really helped me in my time of need. Until recently I have practiced the principles of Buddhism. The day of Kallyn's anaphyalaxsis changed my life. I realized that I needed more. That definitely rang true this week at Kallyn's allergy appt. They had to inject her with the venom. It was terrifying to see them inject her with something that could kill her.. As the testing started, I received several texts from FB friends who were praying for Kallyn and instantly my soul was at peace! I have not felt that warmth in many, many years! Every time I post a prayer request, I know that you all consistently pray for us! That means the world to me! Not only have you helped my family, you have helped to save my soul!
As for Miss Kallyn she is a candidate for rapid venom immunotherapy. This procedure will inject her with 10xs the venom then her last allergy appt. This will be scary, BUT I know I have God and all of you looking out for her! The upside is that she most likely will be immune to fire arts by the time she starts Kindergarten next year! That brings amazing peace to my soul! Thank you guys for the prayers. I hope in life that our paths cross again. Both Kallyn and I have big hugs for our prayer warriors!
Bobbi Jo- You are an awesome person! You set the example for all the rest of us mothers. Your attitude is amazing! Your struggles are big, but you are bigger! Love!
Tiffany- You are absolutely darling! I appreciate the way you always check on me. I know you are praying for us! You have a big heart!
Debbie- I truly appreciate your prayers ( Tonyas too!) I think you have a direct line to the man upstairs! I think you are such a wonderful person because you take care of everybody! I know that your sacrificies are so appreciated!
Leesa- Everytime I post a prayer request, you're one of the first to respond! You are truly a beautiful person-inside and out! A real rarity in this world! I truly appreciate your kindness. Your kids are lucky to have such a wonderful mom!
Larry & Jill- No words can truly express how we feel about you. We are SO lucky to have you. Larry, you took the role as Substitute husband when Tom moved away.I will never forget how you looked out for me & the kids. I love you guys, and miss you will ALL my heart! Even if we never spoke another word to each other again in our lives, I would still feel the same about you all!
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