My Babies Eyes

not very good pic. but you can see the redness on the outer sides of both eyes.

he looks a little crossed eye'd now, but that is normal.

Have been meaning to update on Owen's surgery, just haven't thought much about it as the healing process has gone so well. Last Friday was two weeks since the surgery that seems like a lifetime ago already. Dr. Stager Jr. did a wonderful job...Owen went in about one thirty on Friday the 5th, and Dr. Stager was out talking to us by 1:50p.m. I was shocked it went so fast. The recovery from anesthesia not so fast, it took Owen a long to wake, and when he did, he cried and cried that he could not see. He wanted so badly to rub his eyes which of course he could not do. The nurses were great and helped calm him down with lots of yummy snacks, and hugs. Once he was able to keep something down without throwing up he was good to go home. It was about five when we got home, he had been sleeping the whole time. Just as we got into the driveway he woke up and was raring to go. The doctor and nurses said he would be sleepy most of the night and whole day following...they didn't know our Owen very well. That night he ate a full meal, talked and played outside, the next morning he was truly bouncing off the walls. There was no keeping him down. I was worried his recovery would be jeopardized.

We had a post op. apt. on Tuesday and I was sure we would get yelled at for not making him rest more. Dr. Stager walked in and was so pleased with what he seen. He said Owen's eyes looked great, just where they should be at this time. I was shocked. Owen asked him when he could swim and Dr. Stager answered..."when does mom want you to swim?" I laughed and said, "whenever you say it is o.k." He then looked at his watch and said, "well, it is getting late today, how about tomorrow?" Owen was so excited. Needless to say we were outside running through the water the next day and on that Friday, just one week from his surgery we were at the pool.

Dr. Stager had originally said that he could not have any water in his eyes for at least ten days, so by telling us he could swim was so excited for all of us.

In the first few days he would tell me that he seen two on me, or two of something else. That has subsided now and we won't go back for another check up until Aug. 17th. Just one week before the kids go back to school.

He continues to do well, and is having a great time this summer. Thank you for all your prayers, calls and e-mails. Sorry it has taken so long to post on this.

Playdate with Good Friends

Boys with water ballons....

Bouncing on the trampoline with the sprinklers on...

Ready, set, water slide...

Splash down in the muddy swamp!!!

and the bouncing goes on and on....

VBS Starts the Summer Fun

VBS, what a way to start the summer. Our church always does a awesome job at making things look easy, and this year was no different. Lake Pointe Church in Rockwall is our home away from home and I wouldn't have it any other way. We have made such good friends there, became part of a family and have watched our children grow and love the lord just as we have. Joe took time off of work again this year to volunteer at VBS. He was a group leader and in charge of seven very rambunctious kids. Katelyn and Owen loved having him there. I worked in the nursery holding precious little babies while their mom's volunteered in other areas of VBS. It was a lot of fun, both from my standing and Joe's. The kids couldn't wait to tell me each day what they learned and seen. It was so neat to see the light in their eyes as they would tell me about the stories of God's love. Owen made a confession this week, and said he needs to "babatized" some day. He will be able to take the young Christian's class soon and then he will be baptized. I'm so very excited for him, and proud of his decision. Joe and I have been answering lots of questions lately and hoped this day was coming. The weekend ended with two live crocodiles being brought out on stage...(the theme was crocodile dock). Don't know how I will compete with that to make the rest of their summer fun, but oh how I will try... :)

Pictures I love

My monkey, who is only happy when climbing on things

Playing hide and seek...Can anyone see me???

Such sweet girls

A smile is worth a thousand words

Such a loving teacher... Mrs. Welch rocks!!!

Last Day of School

Today was exhausting to say the least. I went to bed last night not feeling well, and woke up feeling even worse, but no time to rest, today was the last day of school and there were things to be done. Katelyn had awards at 9:30 as did Owen. I got up, did Katelyn's hair, got the kids breakfast and drove them to school. I then rushed back home to take a shower and get ready to go back to school. I cut up the fruit I was to take to Owen's class, and got all the gifts together. I got to school just in time to see the awards ceremony for Katelyn and then ran to Owen's class to watch his. Katelyn made the A honor roll for the whole year, got an award for being in the Spelling Bee, as well as many other awards that are escaping me now. Owen got the Perfect Attendance award and the Baby Ruth Award for always being a good sport. He was excited about showing me all that he got from his teacher. I felt like I ran from one side of the school to the next at least ten times today. Never enough time to really say the thanks I really wanted to say to the teachers. It was emotional as well, I said goodbye to Shee after being her sitter for 18 months, and also said good bye to the best teachers I have ever known. Mrs. Welch and Mrs. Meador. It was fun to see the kids play and interact with their friends while the teachers looked on. They were emotional as well, I think the kids really got to them this year. I know it is always hard for me to say goodbye to my kiddo's when I teach, so I can only imagine how these teachers fill. In the end, we all agreed this wasn't goodbye, but see you again soon.

On another note... Owen has his eye surgery tomorrow at 1p.m. I'm nervous but calm at the same time. I trust God will take care of him, and be with his doctor through the procedure.

Kindergarten Graduation

Last night was kindergarten graduation. It was a time of laughing, smiles, hugs and tears. I was exhausted when all was finished. Just another reminder that our baby is growing up so fast. I will never forget this night, my handsome little boy, smiled all night and I could really see his confidence and strength. I caught a glimpse of what the years to come might bring. This brought tears to my eyes and still does today. Enough about that let me tell you about his teacher. I can not say enough about Mrs. Meador. She is absolutely the best kindergarten teacher there is. She always has a smile on her face and a bounce in her step. She truly is one of the most beautiful, Godly people I know. She made this year so great. Owen, was always encouraged to do his best by Mrs. Meador, and never once wanted to disappoint her. He learned to read, his writing became legible and his love of school was enhanced by her. Their are no words to tell Mrs. Meador how much we love her. It was a joy to watch the hard work they put into the graduation. All the classes had such a good turn out and everyone was so encouraging . Our school ROCKS!!! Owen is anxiously awaiting the last two days of school and is ready to move on to first grade, but before then we will spend some fun in the sun, First grade can wait a little longer...I'm not ready to let my kindergartner go just yet... ;)