"Thanksgiving comes, by statute, once a year; to the honest man it comes as frequently as the heart of gratitude will allow." Edward Sandford Martin
Have a Happy & Blessed Thanksgiving!!
Thursday, November 24, 2005
Happy Thanksgiving!!!
"Thanksgiving comes, by statute, once a year; to the honest man it comes as frequently as the heart of gratitude will allow." Edward Sandford Martin
Have a Happy & Blessed Thanksgiving!!
Wednesday, November 23, 2005
Not listening to rumors....4 to go
Today marks yet another month down since our paperwork has been logged into the CCAA (China Center of Adoption Affairs), and if we don't listen to all the rumors floating around the various adoption pages that I follow - we only have 4 months to go until we receive our referral!!
There are various timelines floating around the adoption community - and I have to admit, it tends to be rather sad and frustrating at times. Some reports are that the wait is getting longer by a month or two, and others are reporting that the wait could be as long as 12-months from the log-in date (which would mean we wouldn't receive our referral until at least August!!!). I realize that the information on the internet is not meant to discourage or disappoint - because they're in the same boat we are...we are all anxious to welcome our children...but the wait is so hard.
I have been doing my best to not dwell on this information, because to be perfectly honest, nobody really knows any definates right now. I do try to focus on the fact that Emily will join our family at God's appointed time, and not before...or after.
So, keeping it on the positive side.....4 months to go!!! :)
There are various timelines floating around the adoption community - and I have to admit, it tends to be rather sad and frustrating at times. Some reports are that the wait is getting longer by a month or two, and others are reporting that the wait could be as long as 12-months from the log-in date (which would mean we wouldn't receive our referral until at least August!!!). I realize that the information on the internet is not meant to discourage or disappoint - because they're in the same boat we are...we are all anxious to welcome our children...but the wait is so hard.
I have been doing my best to not dwell on this information, because to be perfectly honest, nobody really knows any definates right now. I do try to focus on the fact that Emily will join our family at God's appointed time, and not before...or after.
So, keeping it on the positive side.....4 months to go!!! :)
Saturday, November 05, 2005
I've really done it now
I did the dumbest thing today - and believe me....I'm paying for it in the worst way!!!
We are in the process of getting the house in shape for our new family member, and this past week we had all the vents and air ducts cleaned, and had an appointment today to get the carpets cleaned. Well, the other night John, his friend Caleb, and I moved a couple of the big things..but we left the couch where it was (big mistake). Today, being the ever independent person that I am, decided that I would move the couch out of the living room so the entire room could get cleaned. This is where the BIG MISTAKE came into play. For some odd reason, I decided to lift the couch up by one end (hey, I'd done it before) but as I bent and lifted, something in my lower back went "WOOOOO - HOLD ON!!" Something popped, I yelped in pain - and I haven't been able to move right since. Note: John and Caleb went duck hunting today, so I was home alone and really didn't know what to do (besides cry and whine).
At 9:30 am the carpet cleaning guy showed up - and I had to explain to him why the couch was sitting half in the kitchen and half in the living room. He was really nice about my pain (lol) and offered to move the couch the rest of the way out of the room.
As he cleaned the carpets, I puttered around the house like a 90-year-old victim of a hit and run (at least that's what I felt like - and still do).
Thank God he got done pretty fast - cause as soon as he left, I called the chiropractor and he was able to see me. I went and received my torture - and I honestly have to say I don't feel any better. He said I threw or twisted my pelvis out of place (what?!?!?!), so I guess I can't expect it to feel wonderful so fast - but I sure wish it would. I have to go back and see him on Monday.
Well - that was, and is, my ever so pleasant adventure for today. I can tell you right now....no more moving furniture for me!!! At least until I feel better....ROFL :) (just kidding)
We are in the process of getting the house in shape for our new family member, and this past week we had all the vents and air ducts cleaned, and had an appointment today to get the carpets cleaned. Well, the other night John, his friend Caleb, and I moved a couple of the big things..but we left the couch where it was (big mistake). Today, being the ever independent person that I am, decided that I would move the couch out of the living room so the entire room could get cleaned. This is where the BIG MISTAKE came into play. For some odd reason, I decided to lift the couch up by one end (hey, I'd done it before) but as I bent and lifted, something in my lower back went "WOOOOO - HOLD ON!!" Something popped, I yelped in pain - and I haven't been able to move right since. Note: John and Caleb went duck hunting today, so I was home alone and really didn't know what to do (besides cry and whine).
At 9:30 am the carpet cleaning guy showed up - and I had to explain to him why the couch was sitting half in the kitchen and half in the living room. He was really nice about my pain (lol) and offered to move the couch the rest of the way out of the room.
As he cleaned the carpets, I puttered around the house like a 90-year-old victim of a hit and run (at least that's what I felt like - and still do).
Thank God he got done pretty fast - cause as soon as he left, I called the chiropractor and he was able to see me. I went and received my torture - and I honestly have to say I don't feel any better. He said I threw or twisted my pelvis out of place (what?!?!?!), so I guess I can't expect it to feel wonderful so fast - but I sure wish it would. I have to go back and see him on Monday.
Well - that was, and is, my ever so pleasant adventure for today. I can tell you right now....no more moving furniture for me!!! At least until I feel better....ROFL :) (just kidding)
Thursday, November 03, 2005
Happy 42nd Birthday Doug!!!
The BIG 42!! Wow - it's seems like just yesterday we were little kids and you were sending me flying down the stairs on a plastic tv tray. ROFL
Ohhhhh - the memories!!
In truth, I'm so blessed to have you for my big brother.
Happy Birthday Doug!!
Love you!
The Big 42 Today!!!P.S. Someone special wants to wish you a Happy Birthday .......
Happy Bday Doug,
Love, The King :)
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