Things just can't seem to be going all that good lately. Chris and I have really been disappointed in people lately and it is just something that is not easy to get over. I wonder why people act the way the do all the time. Max got a dirt bike for his birthday on August 3rd. He went outside to sit on it yesterday only to discover someone had stolen it. I am just beside myself with disgust. The audacity it takes to steal from a 6year old is really something else.
Then on a larger scale of disappointment, one of my dearest friends is going through a very difficult time. Her husband was rushed into surgery yesterday to remove a growth in his brain the size of a golf ball. I have had everyone I know praying for them. She called me at 4:30 to say all was well and then by 5:30 things were not looking so good. I am praying and praying that all goes well.
This has been a really tough year for us, me loosing my grandparents, floods, power outages, broken legs, and I am sure there is more I just can't think of right this second. I am happy to say in this time God has really let us know about people, support, love and many more. I know I have personally changed a ton this year and I am wondering who we will be on the other side of this. I can't deal with another heart break right now. Christa and Matt are some of finest people in the world. Matt is a pastor and father of two beautiful girls. Christa is a strong, beautiful, adoring wife. I know God has a plan for them and I just hope for the miracle we are looking and praying for.
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Monday, September 24, 2007
This and that
The boys had two baseball games yesterday. That was fun, it was a nice afternoon to be out. The week is going by quickly and I am surprised at the little amount of down time I have. I am working everyday at the library for the next 3 weeks (not sat or sun). Busy busy busy. We have yet to see a Seahawk game which is starting to wear on Chris. The first game, stopped recording after a few minutes. The second game we lost so he didn't want to watch. yesterday I recorded seven hours of channel 13 and the game was on channel 7- ooops. I guess I should get rid of my VCR and break down and get the fancy DVR. I have been refusing, with our schedules I am thinking it is a necessity. I have just a few minutes to choke down lunch and get to work. Thats about all I got for today, until my next blog, Cheers!
Monday, September 17, 2007
JONAH AT BAT!
One thing I have learned over the years is there is no way to measure the love you have for your children. I am amused daily by small things they say or do. In the past several months I have watched Christian grow and change in so many positive ways. Our relationship has been amazing. In the last few weeks I watched my little buddy Max, go off to school and not look back. He is so confident and happy he goes to school with a smile and comes home excited. I can not believe what a big boy he has become.
I was expecting those changes what I haven't expected is to watch the drive and determination that has come over Jonah. Jonah is so mellow and easy going, so imaginative a dreamer. I just wasn't expecting this. This year when Jonah went to school he must have taken a little something with him. He has so much effort and drive. When we decided to coach fall ball, Jonah asked if he could play. I was a bit concerned for a couple of reasons: Jonah would be the youngest by more than a year, Jonah hasn't really grown much in the last two years and finally it is hard to be in with a group of boys who are as close to eachother as Christians friends are. I was not worried the would be mean, quite the opposite, all the boys are our church kids and they are sweet and kind. What surprised me most in practice was Jonah's hustle and drive. He was not going to let a mistake happen on his side of the field. I was unprepared for who he would become in a game. Jonah was the kid on the field who called out the plays, he encouraged the pitchers and kept the mood positive on the field. When Jonah got up to bat for the first time ever hitting off a "kid" pitcher he looked at that first pitch, swung his bat around and jacked the ball to left field. I came unglued! I went postal with enthusiasm and excitement. I was more than proud. He went on to walk, be hit by a pitch and strike out but inside he never gave up. When Christian was pitching he was at first and as Christian walked back onto the mound Jonah gave him a few secret hand signals (who knows what they meant) but Jonah was in charge of the field yesterday and I was already so proud of him, today I was shocked because I have never seen that intensity in him. Jonah my sweet mannered, loving, fool hearted boy was a super hero yesterday actually he is a super hero everyday you just never know in what form he will take shape!
I was expecting those changes what I haven't expected is to watch the drive and determination that has come over Jonah. Jonah is so mellow and easy going, so imaginative a dreamer. I just wasn't expecting this. This year when Jonah went to school he must have taken a little something with him. He has so much effort and drive. When we decided to coach fall ball, Jonah asked if he could play. I was a bit concerned for a couple of reasons: Jonah would be the youngest by more than a year, Jonah hasn't really grown much in the last two years and finally it is hard to be in with a group of boys who are as close to eachother as Christians friends are. I was not worried the would be mean, quite the opposite, all the boys are our church kids and they are sweet and kind. What surprised me most in practice was Jonah's hustle and drive. He was not going to let a mistake happen on his side of the field. I was unprepared for who he would become in a game. Jonah was the kid on the field who called out the plays, he encouraged the pitchers and kept the mood positive on the field. When Jonah got up to bat for the first time ever hitting off a "kid" pitcher he looked at that first pitch, swung his bat around and jacked the ball to left field. I came unglued! I went postal with enthusiasm and excitement. I was more than proud. He went on to walk, be hit by a pitch and strike out but inside he never gave up. When Christian was pitching he was at first and as Christian walked back onto the mound Jonah gave him a few secret hand signals (who knows what they meant) but Jonah was in charge of the field yesterday and I was already so proud of him, today I was shocked because I have never seen that intensity in him. Jonah my sweet mannered, loving, fool hearted boy was a super hero yesterday actually he is a super hero everyday you just never know in what form he will take shape!
Friday, September 14, 2007
First Week
Well the first full week back to school went well. They boys are two weeks into piano and sports. Things are moderately hectic around here but alarmingly quiet and calm when the kids are gone. I am trying really hard to keep on task and not Laze about while they are gone and I am also trying hard not to do too much. BALANCE. I am not sure I know what that means as I have been moving full speed ahead for the last 10 years.
I picked up a few hours at the library over the next couple of weeks which is nice. I forget how much I like working there. I always come home in a good mood and energized. I had to get dinner together before I left yesterday so work wouldn't throw a kink in the routine. That was ok because I would much rather have dinner ready when we all get home then rush around and eat late.
Chris and I are both working this weekend and we have games. Christian serves this Sunday for the first time since he broke his leg. I think he is excited. The Seahawks play on Sunday and other than that it should be pretty quiet.
Lets hope the rest of the year stays this calm for the Duvalls. Everyone knows last year was anything but calm. I am hoping for the best and if the first week is any indication, it will be a great year!
I picked up a few hours at the library over the next couple of weeks which is nice. I forget how much I like working there. I always come home in a good mood and energized. I had to get dinner together before I left yesterday so work wouldn't throw a kink in the routine. That was ok because I would much rather have dinner ready when we all get home then rush around and eat late.
Chris and I are both working this weekend and we have games. Christian serves this Sunday for the first time since he broke his leg. I think he is excited. The Seahawks play on Sunday and other than that it should be pretty quiet.
Lets hope the rest of the year stays this calm for the Duvalls. Everyone knows last year was anything but calm. I am hoping for the best and if the first week is any indication, it will be a great year!
Friday, September 07, 2007
A Day at the Spa
Oh my, What a nice day. I got a coffee, hopped in the car and took off for a nice day. I had never had a massage before and it was really nice. It was difficult to stand up after though and I really had to come back to reality. I then had a pedi and hair cut which was nice. I promised one more hair dresser that I would stop doing my own hair and this time, I kind of half mean it. After I was back in the real world I went to the grocery store and picked up a pizza for the boys. I was so tired. I had a hard time waiting up for Chris' phone call at 8pm. I climbed in bed and passed out. I can't usually sleep when he is gone but I was full on tired. Must be the after effects of spa day. Chris comes home tonight and we have baseball practice Saturday and two games on Sunday! Should be a blast. Christian is beyond excited! Jonah and Christian are matching today at school. I love it. Max is not trying very hard on his piano so I have to go motivate him. A Mom's job is never done.
Wednesday, September 05, 2007
Today is the first day of the rest of my life!
I can't believe it. I am beside myself getting my kids ready for school today.
Max, my first grade boy is so cute. Yesterday for meet the teacher he dressed in a three piece suit and brought the teacher roses from our yard. (all his idea)
Jonah, I can't believe he is in third grade. I remember my third grade year with Mrs. Lee vividly. It is such an exciting time.
Christian, Holy Cow is in the fourth grade. It is amazing to me that I am here. He is such a mature young boy. He wanted to see his old teacher, his music teacher and of course, the P.E. teacher.
As for me, I have coffee scheduled with a girlfriend, then I am meeting a couple of girls for lunch and mani's. I love it. I can't believe it. Tomorrow, I am spending the day a Gene Juarez for a massage, pedi and hair cut! Ok, so this isn't really going to be my life but for right now it feels great. I will get stuff done next week and I will be perfectly relaxed to do so.
Chris is in Wyoming until Friday. I think he is building a hotel or something. He will be back in time for a full weekend of Baseball. Sunday we have two double headers and the boys are so excited to play (especially Christian). I am feeling particularly blessed today!
I will miss my kids while they are at school and I am not sure how well I am going to handle it in the long run. My Max and I are so used to paling around. What will I do. I am so thankful we had a calm summer where we all just hung out with each other. It was fabulous. On to my new life with three school age Children. Should I get a job??????
Max, my first grade boy is so cute. Yesterday for meet the teacher he dressed in a three piece suit and brought the teacher roses from our yard. (all his idea)
Jonah, I can't believe he is in third grade. I remember my third grade year with Mrs. Lee vividly. It is such an exciting time.
Christian, Holy Cow is in the fourth grade. It is amazing to me that I am here. He is such a mature young boy. He wanted to see his old teacher, his music teacher and of course, the P.E. teacher.
As for me, I have coffee scheduled with a girlfriend, then I am meeting a couple of girls for lunch and mani's. I love it. I can't believe it. Tomorrow, I am spending the day a Gene Juarez for a massage, pedi and hair cut! Ok, so this isn't really going to be my life but for right now it feels great. I will get stuff done next week and I will be perfectly relaxed to do so.
Chris is in Wyoming until Friday. I think he is building a hotel or something. He will be back in time for a full weekend of Baseball. Sunday we have two double headers and the boys are so excited to play (especially Christian). I am feeling particularly blessed today!
I will miss my kids while they are at school and I am not sure how well I am going to handle it in the long run. My Max and I are so used to paling around. What will I do. I am so thankful we had a calm summer where we all just hung out with each other. It was fabulous. On to my new life with three school age Children. Should I get a job??????
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