New Babies !!!

Meet Our New Baby Birds !!

My spring/summer wreath had been on the door less than 2 days when the birds started to build their nest. At first I was a little irritated because they were using pieces of my wreath for their nest. I even put a black rubber snake in the wreath to try and scare them off (I know this seems sooo mean, but I don't have much compassion these days). This obviously didn't work because before I new it she had layed 4 eggs. Last Monday they hatched and only two babies were there. They are cute little fuzz balls and Cathryn loves checking on them. The next day I go outside and one has fallen out of the nest. I quickly panicked and wondered what to do. Eventually, we put the baby back in the nest (after consulting my mom, sister and the internet). As of today they seem to be OK. Cathryn is very concerned and prays for the babies everyday :o)

Big sister, Little sister

Yes, This is a picture of me pregnant !! The only reason I posted it was because I am the BIG sister (in size and age) and Melissa is the little sister (size and age). Maybe in this BIG chair it is not as obvious.... I was sadly mistaken :o( I look BIG no matter what I am sitting in !!! June please hurry up and come !!!!

The Lord Has Risen !!

Easter 2009

We have been tring to teach Cathryn the meaning of Easter. After several days of discussing Jesus' death and resurection I asked Cathryn a few questions.

# 1. "Who died on the cross for our sins?" Jesus

#2. " Who is Easter about?" Jesus

Ok we are 2 for 2.... Great !!

#3. "Who rose from the dead after three days?" Cathryn responds, "Daddy"

I asked again and Cathryn explains that Shannon her Daddy rose from the dead after three days !!!

Oh dear this is too much. I think we have missed the mark somewhere .....

Sibling Love and Affection

Over the past three years I have watched Cathryn and Davis interact with each other. I always wonder about their relationship and how Cathryn will respond to her special needs brother. As Cathryn gets older she tries to help... getting Davis' toothbrush and singing to him while I brush his teeth , helping with diapers and getting wipes, wanting to feed him or give him something to drink etc... , but they have never really played together. Until today !! I had Davis on the bed and Cathryn began to wrestle with him. My first response was to say be careful and stop, but I held back. Davis laughed and came right back at her. For a good 20 mins. they rolled, laughed and played. I was amazed at how Cathryn interacted with Davis and wanted him to be aggressive with her. I waited for the Drama to begin and Cathryn to cry, " Davis kicked me or pushed me," but it never happened. I watched in amazement at how both of them enjoyed being with each other and how sibling love/affection was evident !! What a blessing :o)

One sick little girl !!

Two days ago Cathryn was diagnosed with the Flu strand A and strep throat. After having the flu shot in Oct. I was just commenting to a friend on Mon. how blessed we have been this year because neither Davis or Cathryn have been sick... Well did I blow it !! That night she started to cough and by Tues. Shannon ended up taking her to the After Care Clinic (her Pediatrician practically laughed when I called trying to get her an appt.). After waiting 3 1/2 hours we were told she was one sick little girl. I had No Idea !! She didn't act all that different, but sure enough as the night went on she began feeling worse. It seems as if everyone around here is sick. CVS even ran out of the medicine we needed and we had to go somewhere else.... Bless her heart she has five different meds. to take. I feel like it is too much, but what else do you do? Cathryn is a trooper and seems to be doing better. If we could just get rid of that cough !!! I just pray Davis doesn't get it.

What Do You Think ?

Mom,

What do you think about this picture? Is it too big or can it work ???

Few Words Needed !!!

Cathryn found several hair bows that she wore as a baby.... She insisted on putting one around her neck and the other on her head !! What a ham for the camera :o)

NaNa and PawPaw sent Cathryn a Cowgirl outfit.... Of course she loves wearing this and must have her Cowboy Rope (which is the string to my PJ's that she pulled out) !!