We made it!

Today was the longest day of my life. It started off busy with finishing packing and traveling to the airport. It continued to run at a crazy pace as we had to wait forever to check my bag and go through airport security. I'm serious about the forever part. I just kept watching the clock and trying not to stress. I had to get some food for Luke and I before we boarded the plane because it was lunch time and we were starving. By the time we got to the gate my group (Southwest) had already boarded and most of the people were on the plane. Urgh! Luke and I quickly said our goodbyes to my parents and jumped in line. We ended up in the very last row because that was the only row still available and I just couldn't sit next to someone who was already seated with a baby in my arms. I think that people should be able to choose if they want to sit next to us. Anyway, we got our seat and a very nice couple sat beside us. We took off and everything was fine. Luke was eating lunch and was flirting with the woman next to us. Then the terror started. Luke was finished eating and very tired. He was ready for his nap about an hour before. The problem was 1. he doesn't ever sleep in my arms and 2. his ears were bothering him because they were full. Those two things mean screaming his head off for 30 minutes would soon follow. I tried everything to no avail. My ears are still ringing. He finally fell asleep and everyone on board breath a sigh of relief. We landed, deplaned, got my bag, caught a shuttle, found our car and started our trip home. We live over an hour away from the airport, and we had to stop to get our dog on the way. About 2 hours later we walked in our door and collapsed. Well, maybe I collapsed and Luke rediscovered his toys. What a long day! I don't want to do this day over again ever! Home sweet home isn't the half of it. Now if JD were here our home would be complete again. Sunday can't come fast enough!

We miss Dada!

JD's been gone for several days now, and we miss him terribly! Though we know he's having a great time in Italy we still wish he was here with us. Luke has been yelling, "Daaaa!" to the top of his lungs. He just doesn't understand where he is. I think he thinks that if he yells loud enough JD will suddenly appear. Though it's cute and a little sad it's also ear piercing! Only a few days left until we're all back together at our home and sharing stories about our vacation adventures. We can't wait!
* This picture was "stolen" from my parents computer. It was taken at Sea World in December.

Mindless fun

Lately in the evenings after Lukey goes to bed JD and I sit on the couch and just relax. It's been so busy here lately and the down time is glorious. Anyway, JD and I have discovered our new love for Yahoo Games. There are so many puzzle games that you can play on line without downloading anything, and they're so fun! Brick Breaking, Cubis 2 and Super Bounce Out are some of our fav's. They are perfect for the mindless times when you don't want to think anymore. Try some and I know you'll agree with me (well, maybe not A, but that's only because she's a game hater). Enjoy those mindless times!

Mother's Day!

Happy Mother's Day to all of you wonderful Mom's out there! I hope you have a wonderful day!

I'm sitting here wishing that I was with my mother on this day. I would love to hug her and tell her how important she is to me. 600 long miles separate us on this day. Talking on the phone is nice, but just not the same. If she were sitting here next to me I would tell her that I love her so much and appreciate everything that she does for me. Not even the material things (though those are nice). I treasure the talks that we have, the knowledge that no matter what happens she's here for me and loves me, the constant support and encouragement that she is and the fact that she raised me to love God with all of my heart. I remember many occasions when I would wake up early in the morning and walk out of my room and there she would be sitting on the couch in the living room reading her Bible or praying. I always knew that she was praying for me and my future. That had more of an impact on me than most other things that she did. That showed me love in the most important way. Thank you, Mom, for all that you have done for me, for being a woman of God, for loving our family and for being selfless in so many ways. Happy Mother's Day! I love you!

Today

Today was quite the day! Luke's had a fever for a few days now so we decided it's time to take him to the doctor's to make sure he's ok. Well, 5 hours, 3 catheter tries, 2 sticky urine bags, 1 poke to get blood, 1 strep test and the general prodding later we discovered that he has a virus and to give him lots of fluids and med's to keep the fever down. What a day! I felt so bad for my sweet little man who just wanted to snuggle with his mommy and take a nap. He's was such a trooper. He even smiled at the nurses and doctor as we left. God has truly blessed us with a sweet little boy! I'm so thankful for him!

Lukey Boy

I finally had a second to upload some pictures that I've taken of Luke. I've been a huge slacker in taking pictures lately. I'm not sure why. I haven't gotten excited to get out the camera especially since it's been cold here again. Brrr!!! I have been video taping though. As soon as I get those uploaded I'll share some. I hope you enjoy these though!


Rome (our dog)and Luke stand at this exact spot every day that the front door is open and wait for JD to get home. It's really cute to watch them both get super excited when he pulls into the driveway.


Luke and I are just being silly in this one.


Luke's beloved thumb.


I forgot to turn this one to black and white. Oops! Luke is trying with all of his might to sit in his little car. He actually got frustrated with it after a few minutes and started yelling at it. He couldn't understand why he couldn't get in. He loves pushing this toy around the living room. It was a great present GG and Grandpa! Thank you again!

That's all for now. Hopefully I'll be taking some more soon!