God Answers Prayers

Well, I do belive that God answers prayers. And I have witnessed it in my own life. On Monday night at Life Group, I requested prayer for my dad. He was scheduled for surgery on Tuesday to have the rest of his toes on his right leg removed. (His bigger toe was removed in October 2006.) My sister and I were rather worried because he has waited 28 years to walk his baby down the aisle.

So, I tried to call him Monday night after group but it was late and I knew the nurses would grumble in the hospital. So I thought I would just call him in the morning. I called him, no answer. Called one of the two hospitals where I thought he would be, still no one knew about his surgery. Finally, I called the other hospital and the nurse told me that his surgery was acutally scheduled for March 31st. So by now, I didn't know whether to yell or laugh. My dad finally called me after I text'd him and said that he had called Jennae and told her and thought she would tell me.

Anyways, this morning he calls me and I could hear the excitement in his voice. He said, " I went to the doctor today for a final check on my foot, and guess what? I dont have to have surgery!" I was almost in tears. I knew my dad didnt want to have to worry about trying to heal before the wedding and was also just scared to have the surgery. I was so excited. He proclaims the he knows that God healed him and it was because of all the prayers that he is in a good place.

The doctor told him it might have to happen in the future but that we are going to believe it doesn't.

The Bachelor

You know, I have told myself at the end of every Bachelor season (mainly due to disappointment) that I was not going to watch another one. And here I am on a Monday night and watching another stinkin' season. Someone please pray for me.

Happy Easter!

Well, what a beautiful weekend to conclude a busy week! We left early Saturday morning to go to San Mateo to meet up with Jon's Grandma Bobbie and Jon's parents and lil sis. Then we were off to Half Moon Bay 15 minutes away to Jon's ole stomping ground and where his Uncle, Aunt, and Cousing reside and 10 feet away from the infamous Pumpkin Festival.

Nathan had another birthday bash opening up clothes, books, sand toys, and a pop up tent and more! We visited in the BEAUTIFUL weather and then took a drive 2 minutes away to the beach. It was cold, cold, cold but soooo beautiful. There is also a family tradition every year for Easter where Grandma Bobbie buys kites for the grandkids to fly around. This was Nathan's first year and as you can see from the pictures, Daddy had to fly and Nathan watched.
We had such a great weekend and ended it with a BBQ at mom's. Enjoy our little pictures! Happy Easter! Jesus Lives!

Busy Week!

Okay so the wedding is just shy of 2 months and boy we've been having fun! On Monday night I was so pooped from company here, Nate's party, etc. But I went to my mom's so I can begin on the shower invitations. I ended up leaving Nathan there as she offered to give me a peaceful night.

On Tuesday, I went to work for 3/4 of the day and then took Nathan to his 2 year old check-up. Dr. Ayala says Nathan is doing well and very healthy. Of course he had to get his shot and I knew I was in for a fight. The nurse laid him down, pulled down his pants to expose his thigh and gave him the shot. He looked over at me and had a confused look on his face and said, "I okay? I okay?" I said, "Yes, you're fine." He sat up and waved his hands around and said, "All done? All done?" He is such a big boy. So we left and went back over to my mom's and continued working on wedding invitations, shower invitations, favors, and wedding lists. It was fun, some of the bridesmaids came over, we grazed on Taco Bell and Chocolate, and we laughed our heads off.

On Wednesday, some of the wedding party came over to my house as the Bride-2-B ordered pizza and we worked on 180 bottles of Coca Cola tying ribbons and tags to them as the wedding favors. The Groom 2B whisked Jonny off for a much needed Man Date to the movies.

Last night, I was waiting to meet someone who was suppose to buy my old cell phone at Walmart. She never showed up and though I enjoyed walking around Walmart for two hours, I had Nathan with me. Then I went to Target and walked around then home. So I was ready for bed because work was SOOOOOOOOOOOO stressful.

Anyways, I am looking forward to spending some time with the INLAWS and Easter afternoon we'll be home with my side. There is a lot to do for the shower coming up but of course it will be fabulous darling!

The Best Day Ever

Well, I woke up Saturday morning to see how Nathan did on his first night in his toddler bed. My dad and Nathan were playing hide and seek in the living room. I sang Happy Birthday and just like any toddler, he said, "No, Mommy." I guess it was just too early. So Nathan said, "Daddy, Nite Nite?" and we went and woke up the big grizzly just to begin the festivities at Black Bear for breakfast. I asked the waitresses to sing 'Happy Birthday' to Nathan but instead of ice cream they brought out pancakes with whipped cream!Then we were off to the Beauty College where Nathan was such a good sport! He let the hairdresser hold him, put him in the seat and everything! She was so patient with Nathan as he was more interested in the flash cards she had for kids. I asked her to just trim his hair only a little. Aunt Nae Nae has requested his beautiful curls to show up at the wedding. And of course we told him to thank the lady and he said, "Dink Yu." Nathan was whisked away to Nana's house where he would slumber and take a bath in the swimming pook, aka whirlpool bathDad, Jon and I headed home to clean our house and prepare for a Sponge Bob Best Day Ever. This is what happens when you ask your husband to put things where they belongI made Nathan's birthday cake. I know, my mom could have made it and it would have been adorable but I would actually like to start making my kid's cakes. I decided a banana cake with chocolate frosting would be fantastic. (Nathan LOVES bananas and I love Chocolate!) So I then thought that it would be fun to just find some figurines of the famous duo (SB and Pat) and of course SB's house. So I dried out 1/4 pineapple and added a door. The only thing is I used whipped frosting and it was sort of greasy which made it difficult to make the edges.
Nathan's party was fun and we had a full house. Nathan of course got 3 guitars which he has hardly put any of them down for the last 24 hours. He was so excited to see all of his little friends and had..........THE BEST DAY EVER!!!!!!

PS-If you notice, Nathan is learning that women are over bearing at a younger age. Maia and Gracie helped him open presents and took charge of the event. Sorry, buddy, you're in a woman's world.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY SWEET LOVE!

Two years ago today, I met my son for the first time and next to my wedding day, it was the best day of my life. My son is wonderful, smart, witty, and so much fun. Today we are celebrating with our friends and family. Spongebob is the theme and I have made a cake. I will be posting pictures tomorrow hopefully. We are also going to attempt to get his haircut for the first time.

Nathan got a toddler bed from us. He didn't know quite what to do. He's been asleep about 4 hours and has only fallen out once. (We have a cushion there...don't worry.) Anyways, Grandma Peggy and Grandpa Billy can't come again and we are so sad. And Grammie Linda and family from Jon's side can't make it either but they live so far away AND we get to see them next weekend.

Dear Nathan,
You are the beat of my heart. I love to hear you talk and sing. I love how you pick up any long object and it quickly becomes a guitar. You are so sweet and always make Mommy and Daddy smile. We pray for you everyday and thank God that He chose us to raise you. Always know that we will be there for you and Jesus is your Rock! God Bless you this year as you learn more and more and discover many things.

Love Always,

Mommy and Daddy

LOST

Okay, so I've never watched the show but I think this word can be powerful. Jonny and I are praying about our situation and we feel......lost. We know God's will is in the works but we are impatiently waiting for something, anything. Well, I should mention that Jon got a little 2 1/2 day job that pays good and we are so grateful because we will hopefully get through another month.

I must say that we are feeling lost in other ways that I won't go into but we are trying to hold on and pray that God has something wonderful in store for our lives. I know that he is teaching me to be a patient and supportive wife. Now, I didn't say that I was passing....I'm trying. I guess I'm letting my fears blind me in that way.

Well, thanks for letting me sound off. We appreciate everyone's prayers and support. We definitely need it.

Thank you Lord for whatever is to come. You are a good Lord and have helped us through this storm. Please forgive us for our doubt and know that we do have faith, we just need help finding it. Amen!

Giving Credit Where Credit Is Due.....

Well, I stand corrected. I mentioned in one of my blogs that my mother-in-law was wise and a thinker leaving my own mother out. My mother in law is wise and a thinker and so is my mom. She is creative, outgoing, wise, a good cook, a great listener, patient, and most of all just like my mother in law....they are our support team. My mom has been taking care of Nathan (free of charge...although all those times we had to help her change the living room around (j/k mom) Anyways, to mom....WE APPRECIATE YOU even though we don't tell you enough. And to Linda my mother in law, WE APPRECIATE YOU too.

IM SO SICK OF BEING SICK!

Ok, Nathan got sick, then Jonny and I got sick, then Nathan got sick again, and then what Jonny and I THOUGHT was allergies (well, I think his is) I now have a double ear infection and laryngitis. Crazy, huh? Anyways, got some meds, and some ear drops and we'll see. I'm too old for this!!!!! Its a good thing that I already have hearing loss because I know how to read lips. And its a good thing that I'm not on the worship team for a few weeks, huh?

CUTE MOMENT ALERT: Ok so I was making supper tonight and Nathan was under my feet like usual and had his cup with a straw attached filled with milk. So, with my back turned I kept hearing, "Uh, Oh" I turned around and found him shaking his milk out onto the floor and then wiping it up with baby wipes. It was too cute! Mommy's little maid! Viewer's Discretion: I do mop the floors a few days a week. This is not a child labor tactic.

My Little Pink-Eyed Kleptomaniac

Well, here is the story. Nathan has always been a very free spirited person. He'll talk to anyone (I wonder where he got that from, Nana Deb) and yet he is a thinker and is wise (he gets that from Grammie Linda) So where does kleptomania come in? The other night I was at the grocery store paying for my groceries and Nathan was sitting on the top part of the basket. Out of the corner of my eye I saw him try to grab a Cadbury egg. Knowing that he has done this before, I quickly took the egg and moved the cart over saying, "Oh No, you aren't going to do that again." Well, my victory quickly departed when I noticed he was eating something. He had already had one unwrapped and partially in his mouth. I was so embarrassed because I had already paid. The clerk simply took the wrapper and said, "We call this 'a loss'." I thanked him for his generosity and basically skipped out of the store. You see, Nathan has done this before (stealing a Cadbury egg) and I actually noticed when we got out of the store. At that time, guilt had melted over my body, so I went in and paid for it. I have learned one lesson............move the cart over before anything is paid for.

Oh yeah, Nathan has Pink-Eye. He is doing better but has a double ear infection. Poor little guy, he just gives us the most disgusted look when we have to use the aspirator on his nose. I guess he just needs more Cadbury eggs.