From My Heart

My family is home together for the first time in 3 weeks. It feels wonderful. We are not used to being apart for such an extended period of time. As you know, Jason and Mason have been in Honduras. My week, unfortunately, stunk. Not only was my dad in the hospital, but our dog, Harley, died. And I had to tell the kids and Jason had to tell Mason when they got back. It has been very sad for us all. Harley was a sweet puppy - I will always think of her that way even though she was 9 - and she will be missed.

The great thing about last week is that Deonna and the girls kept us busy last week, which was great because we didn't have much time to feel sorry for ourselves. You know how easy it is when things go wrong to have a pity party. Anyway, we went to dinner together, we went to Hawaiian Falls, we went to the hospital together, they spent the night and we had such fun! Usually, the big sister takes care of the little one, but this week Deonna has been my soft place to fall. I am so thankful that God continues to bless my family with hers. There are no words. Thank you. I love you!!!

Allan and Carrie-Anne Stanglin, our closest friends have been in town some lately and we have really enjoyed spending time together. The great thing about the Stanglin's is that we ALL get along. I have found that when it comes to friends, usually the husbands get along really well or the wives are best buddies, but it is rare that both spouses like each other. Not only that, but our kids don't fight. Really...they play great together and love each other. It has really been a blessing.

The picture is for Jenny. Jenny, Mason is 13 (wears a sz 13 shoe), Kacey is 9, Jacob is 7 and Bowen is 6. Malaya has really become a young lady. I love how she looks at Jed. She adores him. : )

I want to thank you for all of the prayers lifted up on behalf of my dad. Also, for your words of encouragement and offers to help if needed. You know who you are.

My 13 Favorite Movies (not necessarily in this order)

1. Last of the Mohicans - close race between #1 and #2
2. A Walk in the Clouds - the most romantic...
3. For Keeps
4. Gladiator
5. Mona Lisa Smile
6. Braveheart
7. The Patriot - another hero movie
8. Love Comes Softly - a movie from the book by Jeanette Oke - you probably think it's corny, but I love it.
9. The Quiet Man - love John Wayne
10. Imitation of Life - the 1934 version with Claudette Colbert and Louise Beavers
11. Dial M for Murder
12. The Notebook
13. Calendar Girls - yes, I know what it is about, but these women loved each other and had true friendship

Posted by Tiersa on Thursday, July 27, 2006 at 8:06 PM | Permalink