Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Spring is here

So the family is doing well. The kids came back from their Spring Break visit in much better form then their Christmas visit. We are on life as usual, activities, school, church etc. Now my only concern is that darned Swine Flu. Of course Illinois has the most cases and I have four germy kids. So far, so good - knock on wood.

I am looking forward to summer. The pool, no alarm clocks, showers, lunches, homework.....

Does that sound selfish? It probably does, but that's ok. We all deserve a break sometimes!

Saturday, April 18, 2009

Been a while

Well, sorry I haven't posted in months. The kids returned from New Years w/ their Mom. There was quite some adjustment needed. The good news is that things returned back to normal after two months. They visited her again for spring break and had a much smoother transition this time.

I have to say, I'm looking forward to my 6 weeks this summer when they go for their summer visit. It will give Adam and I more bonding time as well as with Derrick. I know I will miss them, but I'm ready for a break.

It is getting warmer and Adam and I are spending more time outside. Hopefully it will stay warm more often! I'll try to write more.

Sunday, January 4, 2009

2009

Happy New Years! We made it through 2008. I have to say, I am very hopeful that this year will be much better then last. Not just the economy, but life overall.

We celebrated Christmas day with friends. It was so nice. The kids all played together. We had a great time. The kids left that afternoon for Texas for 9 days. Overall they had a nice trip. Their Mom and step dad got remarried. However, they had a few episodes due to Trent's behavior. It is sad when Mom has to call me for help. They came back this morning. Due to a lack of sleep and mixed emotions, today has been a rough day for them. I believe we have a therapy appointment this week, it will be needed. Sabrina is actually doing the worst, but I think that is because they were up half the night and had to get up early. I don't think that the lack of sleep has helped today.

Adam, Derrick and I spent New Years on the East Coast with my family. They were so glad to see Adam. I had a nice time and was the most relaxed that I have been in ages. It was nice to have extra help with Adam, 3 fewer kids, and some alone time with Derrick.

Well, we'll see how the week goes. Wishing you a happy new year.