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Karlee had her last academic team meet yesterday. I was able to attend all but one. I missed one when I went to Chicago. It has been fun to watch. This last meet I knew more answers then ever before. The questions are tough. But these kids do a great job.

There is a 7th and 8th grade team also, only one is a 7th grader. I guess next year it will be mostly 7th graders if all these kids do it again. I hope so...I'm getting to know a couple of the moms.

Now that Karlee has some free time, she has tried out for the school musical. It's good to be busy.

life

This boy has started food and is loving it! His first time eating, he ate the whole jar (sweet potatoes), and still had a 6oz bottle. He better start crawling soon or he's going to get even chunkier (is that a word).

Yesterday, out of nowhere, Carson started playing with this doll. He has taken her with us on rides and then puts her in his car seat when we go into the store. (There is a limit, he can't bring her into the store.) :0) Yesterday her name was Zoe and today it's Sarah. He's a cute little dad.

I took Bailee to the orthodontists today. We found out that she might get her braces off in July or August!! She about did flips as we left the place. LOL When we scheduled her next appointment I was asked what time is best. I almost couldn't respond...I'm so very tired of appointments. Is there ever a good time?

My Mom is not doing very well, in fact there isn't much the Dr's can do anymore. Talking to my sister, it sounds like pain management is the plan. My Mom told the Dr's that she doesn't want to go on the ventilator again. My parents will be married for 52 years on April 24. They don't do well without the other. Let me change that. They don't go or do anything without their best friend. I'm worried for my Dad....for me...

girls

After the ATV accident, Bailee and Karlee received flowers, balloons and get well cards. Bailee also received the most yummy cinnamon rolls. Thanks Tori and Emma!! This was the cutest card she received, I had to share...

For Health class Bailee had to make a poster of her family tree. I told her she needed to keep it, that she might need it for church someday. I love it. Maybe well have to put it on the wall so we can all remember our ancestors better.

Karlee made it home from camp yesterday. She looked soo grown up when I got there. Brian asked her if she missed me, she said she missed all of us. Awww! We love you Karlee, we missed you too!

just because

they are cute!!

spring is HERE!!

We went to the park to play. First time on a swing...not sure what he thought.

Popcorn popping on the....tree. I cant wait for bluebonnets. I'm already watching along the freeways for any sign.

Bailee

Today she went back to school, with battle wounds and all. Everyday her bruises are a different color. Finally they are starting to get lighter. She wasn't very excited about going to school. But she can't afford to miss too much or it will be difficult to catch up.

Her surgery is scheduled for April Fool's, I laughed...she didn't. Luckily she will have 4 days before she goes back to school. She is nervous about surgery. Right now I'm very OK with all of this. I'm sure the day of surgery it will be a different story.

You are very brave Bailee, hang in there.

Camp Goddard

Karlee left this morning for Camp Goddard. It is a camp for 6th graders, and only 50 from her school can go. She has been looking forward to this for some time.

As I was dropping her off, I gave her a hug. I asked her if she was going to miss me. She said, "No, I have my friends." Can you imagine my surprise!?! This is the same girl that cried everyday for 6 weeks as she left for Kindergarten. The same girl that gives me a hug 47+ times a day. I know she's trying to be tough. I know I'm going to miss her. I hope you have tons of fun Karlee! I love you!!

Happy Birthday!!

Today is Brian's 42 birthday. (Wow!! That's a lot of years!)

This picture is one the reasons I fell in love with Brian. His smile and fun attitude of life. He brings the fun to our family.

He is such a good example to all of us. He works hard to support our family so I can stay home with the kids. He is such a good Dad and as soon as Adam hears his voice he starts to smile as he knows the fun is about to begin.

I hope you have a great birthday. I love you with all my heart.

bummer weekend

Bailee has been bummed all weekend. Not just because of the accident, but because this was going to be her first youth conference, it was Thursday - Saturday. She was looking forward to all the fun.

She has been considering for the last two days about going tonight for the dance. She decided to go and was very nervous. She wore her glasses in hopes to hide a little bit. Luckily it will be dark.

I think she will only stay for an hour or so. Her head still hurts.

I told her if she is going out in public, then I get to put her picture here. She sighed and said, "But only that one!" Today her bruise started turning yellow. The only color of the rainbow she hasn't tried is green. :0)

say...cheese

I don't think his smile could get any bigger. This is the toy Brian and I gave Adam for Christmas. This is the first time I've seen him use it. I think he likes it.

Carson does too!!