January 29, 2004
babysitting Kyle
I'm loving babysitting Kyle for a few days. He was cranky today but after a 3 hour nap,was going full speed. Laura and I have been shopping briefly after she returns from school and plan a full day this Saturday. I'll be leaving Sunday as I need to get to my mother's on Monday. Kyle makes me laugh and I've needed that lately. So much fun to watch him get so much pleasure out of reading a book or playing with a ball or bubbles or simply sitting on my lap while we watch one of his programs. I miss this little guy and enjoy my time with him. We have a whole day of adventures tomorrow. I'd better close and get to bed as I'll need my rest to keep up with Kyle. Looking forward to Christopher's arrival...talk about hectic and busy!!!
January 25, 2004
babysitting
Been busy babysitting for Emma,my7 week old grandniece....she is a doll. Sarah, Emma's mom, finished the vet conference and is relaxing. We went shopping today and found some adorable dresses and outfits for Emma and Sarah found some shirts......Sarah is staying tomorrow to get some rest and we will do a little shopping and such....Emily worked 3--10 hour shifts at Hillcrest so is trashed..........needs lots of rest but has classes tomorrow! Hope it doesn't snow tomorow. Got to go.....lots more to do and my eyes are tired.
January 21, 2004
home alone
Everyone is gone today so I have been cleaning and cleaning as my neice an her new baby girl will be arriving tomorrow. The mom will be attending a vet conference in Tulsa while I watch the baby.....I'm loving this. The sun is out and it is warmer today. The cats want to go outside....thank you!! Doing a little shopping on the side as I get time and motivation. Got to get back to work.
January 18, 2004
Back in Tulsa
I woke up last night and couldn't quite place where I was........I slept in 3 different places while at my mom's.......Lots to catch up on now that I'm here. My Mom is doing well and seems to be adjusting as we all are....Thanks all of you who have been keeping us in your thoughts and prayers. Emily and I have a list a mile long of things to do and we'll begin checking off items tomorrow. There is never a dull moment in this household. I'll try and keep everyone up on the happenings around here.............later
January 03, 2004
going on
The past few days have been filled with shopping for those last minute needs and wants.........I have rested and am ready to return to Arkansas to relieve my sister as she needs to go home. We will have to manage schedules so someone is with my mother for as long as it takes..........I leave tomorrow and will return in 2 weeks. I will miss my children being around but they need to get on with their lives and I with mine.
January 02, 2004
Reflections
I watched 5 sunrises and 4 sunsets as my father lingered beween life and death in his hospital bed after a massive stroke on December 24, 2003. He neither spoke a word nor acknowledged our presence as the hours passed. I grieved deeply and completely as I watched his every breath. We waited for him to pass to the other side and be with our Lord in a much better place. Finally in God's time, he did open his eyes and saw Jesus face to face on a Sunday morning, December 29, 2003. I will miss him and his wit and wisdom. My father has moved on and we are left with a void in our lives. I grieve still but time will heal and I am comforted and surrounded by my Lord. I am here in Tulsa for a few days and will drive back to be with my mother to attend to paperwork and such. My brother and sister are there now busy with "stuff" that has to be done. Keep us in your prayers.