YaYa's Funhouse

It was a Merry Christmas

2011-12-27T20:59:00.002-06:00

I hope all my bloggin friends had a wonderful and blessed Christmas. This was the first Christmas in many years I was able to be with my mother. We enjoyed each other so much. Please keep her in your prayers as she lost her husband of 21 years in May and is really struggling. She misses him so much. We trust God to fill the void in her heart everyday.

I wish everyone a blessed and happy New Year!

Halloween 2011

2011-11-02T20:35:00.007-05:00

We enjoyed playing "Spider Man"....Of course, all the candy was grand!

my boys

2011-08-17T06:58:00.002-05:00

The only request I made on Mother's Day was to have a pic made of YaYa and her "boys". Of course, I also had a pic made of my daughters, but promised them I wouldn't post.
The twins and "Lil Mom" are in Michigan visiting Grandma and Grandpa. I miss them very much.

Jus say'in

2011-07-20T23:24:00.003-05:00

It is 11:30 pm and 84 degrees!! I am melting down. Jus say'n.

COLOR IS GOOD

2011-04-15T22:13:00.000-05:00

COLOR IS GOOD

Yesterday I went to the doctor

For my yearly physical.

My blood pressure was high.

My cholesterol was high.

I'd gained some weight,

and I didn't feel so hot.

My doctor said eating right

doesn't have to be complicated and

it would solve my physical problems.

He said:

Just think in colors.

Fill your plate with bright colors.

Try some greens, oranges, reds,

maybe something yellow, etc.

and eat an entire bowl of

bright colors.

And Sure Enough,

I Felt Better Immediately !!

I never knew eating right could be so easy !!

Happy New Year

2011-01-01T20:57:00.003-06:00

We enjoyed New Year's Day today. We are thankful for God's blessings and pray we will glorify Him this New Year with our lives in everything we do.

Today was a great day. Mississippi State University played Michigan in the Gator Bowl in Jacksonville, Florida. The dawgs beat the Wolverines!!! How ya like that? ESPN!!!
We love football at our house and are BIG State fans....BUT...as you can see from the picture there are some Michigan fans.....Lil Mom is from Flint, Michigan and Grandpa Steve sent all four
Wolverine jerseys.....BOOOO......
It was fun....We hooted and yelled....of course the twins even got in on it. They were yelling GO, GO, GO!!! Overall, it was a great day.

Merry Christmas

2010-12-27T16:03:00.003-06:00

We had a great Christmas. The twins were well and happy. They enjoyed being the center of attention. God has truly blessed our family.
I wish everyone a Happy New Year and may God always be first in our lives.

This video is posted for Mamaw Sue.

ATTITUDE!!!!

2010-12-13T06:38:00.002-06:00

If we all greeted the morning with this frame of mind, we would have a better day. Lord, please help me.

Old becomes New

2010-12-01T20:46:00.009-06:00

This is on old china cabinet my mom used when I was a little girl....yes, that has been looong time ago. HA! I had told her years ago when she got ready to dispose of it ....I wanted it.
She gave it to me about 2 months ago.
I sanded it down and painted it black. I tried to spray paint it but just could not get the look I wanted. After sanding, I painted two coats of satin Behr black paint. When it dried, I used sand paper on the edges to give it a worn look. The handles and pulls were changed to a silver nichol finish. I tried to take better pictures, but just couldn't get the lighting correct.

I am using it in my sewing room to store my fabric stash. Tell me what you think. Do you have any suggestions or ways I could have restored it any better?

Today I put up the Christmas tree hoping it would "get me in the Christmas mood"....I am trying anyway....later.

Family Times

2010-11-27T16:44:00.013-06:00

Prentiss and Great Grandmother, AKA Mamaw Sue giving "sugars". How sweet is that?

I remember as a child playing with all my little cousins at this age....now it is my grandchildren playing with their little cousins. WOW, time does roll on....and for all these things we give thanks. Great Aunt Edna with Luke (note Luke has never seen a walking stick. He was not quite sure what she was doing HA!!) Aunt Leigh Ann, and Belle.
Great grandmother and Great grandfather at Thanksgiving 2010.
Cousins. Belle and Prentiss
Luke and Belle watching older cousins outside playing.

Mamaw Judy and Belle.

Left to right: Mamaw Judy, Jessica, Luke, Ruthie, Prentiss, Alex, and Belle in the playroom.
I think everyone had a good time....until next year.

Happy Thanksgiving to All

2010-11-26T12:39:00.006-06:00

We are so thankful. Yesterday was a busy day with family and friends. We had lots of food, lots of laughter, and lots to be thankful for. My mom , step father, and aunt were able to be with us.
My brother and his family. My son and his wife with the twins. Jamie, my older son and his wife were not with us this year as they are in Italy enjoying a holiday there. In fact, I received a couple of videos in my email this morning....lets see if I can post it.

Happy Birthday Party

2010-11-24T20:25:00.021-06:00

I know I am tardy in posting this, but I wanted to share with everyone what a fun day we had with the twins. Their birthday was last Saturday, Nov 20. They turned 2 years. I can hardly believe it.
We took them to the MS Museum of Natural Science and they had a grand time. After that we had a Spiderman Party....Oh, did I tell you Prentiss thinks HE IS Spiderman!! HA!! They are SO FUNNY. Hope you enjoy the pictures.

Halloween Party with Jamie and Kim

2010-10-31T21:05:00.005-05:00

"Daisy" was our smallest trick-or-treater.

Zebra princess, Bumble Bee, Luigi, Witch, Power Ranger,Pumpkin, and 3 Spidermen.
"Lil Mama" and Prentiss AKA Spiderman

This what I think of pumpkins

2010-10-27T09:43:00.005-05:00

Being a Christian is like being a pumpkin. God picks you from the patch and washes all the dirt off of you. He cuts off the top and scoops out all the yucky stuff. He removes the seedsof doubt, hate, and greed. He carves you a new smiling face and puts

His light inside of you to shine for all the world to see.

Second Annual Preemee Birthday Party

2010-10-25T15:10:00.005-05:00

Yesterday the boys had their #2 year Preemee Birthday Party at the hospital they were born. The nurses and doctors got to see what little cuties they have become. One older nurse that seemed to always be assigned to them when she was on shift almost cried to see them. Yes, can you tell we are a little proud.

I am still trying to figure out how this blog works with all the changes. I have tried to change up the design and have lost some things. I hope I can get it the way I want it eventually.
Any suggestions??

Law of the Garbage truck

2010-10-20T19:24:00.007-05:00

One day I hopped in a taxi and we took off for the airport
We were driving in the right
lane when suddenly a black car jumped out of a parking space right in
front of us.
My taxi driver slammed on his brakes, skidded, and missed the other
car by just inches! The driver of the other car whipped his head
around and started yelling at us.
My taxi driver just smiled and waved at the guy. And I mean, he was
really friendly.
So I asked, 'Why did you just do that? This guy almost ruined your car
and sent us to the hospital!'
This is when my taxi driver taught me what I now call, 'The Law of the
Garbage Truck.'

He explained that many people are like garbage trucks. They run around
full of garbage, full of frustration, full of anger, and full of
disappointment.
As their garbage piles up, they need a place to dump it and sometimes
they'll dump it on you. Don't take it personally.

Just smile, wave, wish them well, and move on. Don't take their
garbage and spread it to other people at work, at home, or on the
streets.

The bottom line is that successful people do not let garbage trucks
take over their day.
Life's too short to wake up in the morning with regrets,
so ... Love the people who treat you right.
Pray for the ones who don't.

Life is ten percent what you make it and ninety percent how you take it!

Have a garbage-free day!

"Faith is not believing God can, it is knowing that God will."

I Love Lucy "Pioneer Women"

2010-10-16T21:31:00.001-05:00

Some of you may wonder why is this posted, but if you have know me very long you will know I am forever falling into simular situations as our friends, Lucy and Ethel. I like to refer to them as ...oh no, another Lucy and Ethel drama. I tease my sister in law and call her "Ethel"......

well, here goes the story.....I have made homemade cinnamon rolls for my family for years....I decided last weekend to try a new recipe... what a disaster! The directions called for one quart of whole milk, one cup of veg oil, and one cup of sugar in a medium size sauce pan...heat and open 2 packets of yeast to pour into milk....then add 8 cups flour.....Well, not knowing...I added TWICE the amt of milk I should have....what a mess. I kept thinking as I added the flour....gosh, this is like soup this can't be right......yes, check, medium size pan....thats not the problem......thinking what could it be?? I had to pour into a large mixing bowl as it was coming over the top....I doubled checked yes, it did say medium size pan...but this could not be right....oh no....double the milk.....so to correct..I added more flour....I covered the bowl with kitchen towel to allow it to rise and boy..did it.....OUT of the bowl it came....like a creeping monster....it crawled out of the bowl....over the edge onto the rack, out of the bowl onto the oven floor....oozing along the way....what a mess.....in the middle of all this mess my older son and his wife came to visit....They were quite amused...actually they were rolling on the floor at what I had created....Lovingly my son said, Mom, don't try to fix what is not broken.....Lesson well learned today! So until next time.

Costume

2010-09-19T21:12:00.002-05:00

Look, I'm SpiderMan....muscles and all. We're getting ready for Halloween. Mom has been coaching us to say Trick or Treat.....not having much luck with that....but we do know how to
"make the SpiderMan move" with our hands. By the way, I am Prentiss. My YaYa is posting this for my GrandMa and GrandPa in Michigan.

2010-09-07T14:14:00.005-05:00

It is almost impossible now to take a picture or video of the boys. They are so amused and curious. They want the cameras at any cost, which usually means YaYa is unsuccessful. The new iPhone is quite entertaining to them. They have no idea they are being recorded. They see themselves in the phone. It is so funny to see their reactions. Maybe you can get an idea if this blog will cooperate.

Please, nobody faint

2010-08-11T21:27:00.003-05:00

Ok now guys...nobody faint....I am posting on my blog. I have missed my bloggin, but hopefully will get back into the swing of things.

We had these pictures made about a month ago. The twins are now 20 months of age. Walking, running, talking so much!. Never a dull moment. I feel like singing that song "LOOK WHAT THE LORD HAS DONE"..... For a very long time we had to trust God that they would take their next breath....But look how God has healed and kept them in His hands. We are so grateful.

Another first

2010-05-08T21:40:00.010-05:00

The boys are back from Michigan and have gone back to day-care..or as Lil mom calls it "little school". She says she feels less guilty about them being in day care by calling it little school.
They are now in the one year old class and are having to adjust to "greater responsibilities" HA!!

Today was another "first" for them. Mom and Dad took them to have their first haircut.....awwww
YaYa had to work today so I didn't get any photos. Will try to pry some from Lil Mom to share with everyone.

I'll just post some random pics so that my friends can take a peek into a typical week end day...
They love to wagon ride with Chopper.....take a little swim....eat a little sand.....eat a popsicle.....sweep a lttle dust......have a "buckin" fit when it's time to lay it all down and "go INSIDE"......they love "outside".....we are learning what no...no...means....and that is when I have learned to be quiet and "step aside"....let daddy deal with that one!! HA!!!
And....on we go!!!!

They're still gone

2010-04-10T21:05:00.003-05:00

Ok, so this is ME

The babies have gone to Michigan. They have been gone for 10 days and I am so ready to see them again....I know, I know it could be worse, they could live VERY far away so I get it. I'll just be glad when they get back home.

The ole leg is still in that beautiful brace you saw on my last post and I am about to go "stir-crazy". Still going to physical therapy.....I so want to get better so I can work in my yard and do all the activities I enjoy.....Sorry, I don't mean to complain....I am blessed. I thank GOD for my health....

On a funny note, my mom just got the cutest little "baby".....see if you can find him. HA HA HA~~isn't he just the cutest little fuzzy? He is a mini schnauzer.

Playmaker

2010-03-16T21:23:00.006-05:00

Don't let the title deceive you. It certainly has been no "playin" here. I finally know what my injuries are. Not that it makes me feel any better, but at least I know "it's not all in my head" !! HA!! The fall on black ice last month resulted with a torn MCL (medial collateral ligament) and fracture of the left fibula head. BLAH>>BLAH>>BLAH. It's been doctors visits and physical therapy ever since. The lovely black knee brace I have to wear is named the Playmaker leg brace. I just had a laugh when I was told what kind of brace I would be wearing.

The boys are doing well. Prentiss and Luke are both walking and it is non stop trying to keep up. It would actually be a funny site if it weren't so painful....yaya trying to keep up with them. It won't be long and I will be back to full throttle. Here they are getting ready for bath-time. They absolutely love it..

More later...........

When things start breakin down

2010-02-23T17:20:00.006-06:00

Nope, it didn't work... I tried to post from You Tube. Try this link to the I Love Lucy episode. Just click on the link and you will go to You tube.

Hopefully this will work. I miss my little computer friend that used to help me with such things. ... My SIL, (Ethel), and I were talking last night and she reminded me of this episode. This is SO how I feel. A bumb leg, coughing non stop ( and all the problems that come with that for those of us girls who are of a certain age....come on now girls....you know what I mean) refluxing continuous it feels. Elevated temp, runny nose. can't breath.....blah, blah, blah, and oh don't forget the hot flashes in the mix of things. There was a lady I saw in a parking lot at the medical center as I was leaving with my crutches asking if I needed help. I just dropped my head and laughed. She laughed as well and said she had asked her mama....why didn't you tell me how this was going to be....she then laughed and said her mama told her she would not have believed her.....oh how true. and they are talking about snow again tonight. When will this end??? Come on spring time.
A little sunshine could make one feel better.

I saw this on the internet today, thought it was cute.

Take all American women who are within five years of menopause. Train us for a few weeks, outfit us with automatic weapons, grenades, gas masks, moisturizer with SPF15, Prozac, hormones, chocolate, and canned tuna - drop us (parachuted, preferably) across the landscape of Afghanistan, and let us do what comes naturally.

Baby Wipes Made at Home

2010-02-21T13:25:00.014-06:00

Having twins in the family we use LOTS of baby wipes. The other day I happened to find this on the internet and thought I would give it a try. I really do like them, probably better than the name brand. The smell is wonderful and we don't have to worry about any harsh or drying chemicals touching our babies bottom.

The process is easy and only takes about 15 minutes. This is my first tutorial so hopefully it is helpful.

Products needed: Round plastic container, thick paper towels, sharp knife, 2 cups water that has been boiled and cooled to room temp. 2 tablespoons baby shampoo or baby wash, 1 tablespoon baby oil. We like lavender so you see that is what I chose.

First, start by boiling 2 cups water and let cool to room temp.

Cut roll of paper towels in half with a sharp knife. I would suggest smooth blade not serrated.

Remove the inner cardboard core.
Mix the ingredients in container. Place the paper towels in the container with the cut side facing downward. Secure lid tightly and allow to set until all liquid is absorbed into the paper towels.
Turn the container upside-down and allow to sit for 10 mins.
Open the container and 'start' the roll by pulling a towel from the inside of the roll.
Wipes are now ready to use. I really like them and will save a TON of money. They are gently enough to be used to remove make-up as well. The smell of lavender is so much better than that 'other' smell you get with commercial wipes. Let me know how you like them.

Martha's Way/Maxine's Way

2010-02-18T21:43:00.005-06:00

Martha's Way:
Stuff a miniature marshmallow in the bottom of
a sugar cone to prevent ice cream drips.

Maxine's Way:
Just suck the ice cream out of the bottom of the cone, for Pete's sake! You are probably lying on the couch with your feet up eating it,anyway!

Martha's Way:
Wrap celery in aluminum foil when putting in the refrigerator and it will keep for weeks.

Maxine's Way:
Celery?? Never heard of it!

Martha's Way: Brush some beaten egg white over pie crust before baking to yield a beautiful glossy finish.

Maxine's Way: The Mrs. Smith frozen
pie directions do not include brushing
egg whites over the crust so I don't.

Martha's Way: If you accidently over
salt a dish while still cooking, drop
in a peeling potatoe and it will absorb
the excess salt for an instant "fix".

Maxine's Way: If you oversalt..that's
too bad. Please recite with me the
real woman's motto: "I made it and
you will eat it and I don't care how bad it tastes!"

Martha's Way: Don't throw out all
that left over wine. Freeze into
ice cubes for future use in casseroles and sauces.

Maxine's Way: Leftover wine???????? HELLO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Isn't Maxine just a HOOT???? HAHAHA!!!!!

Crosses We Bear

2010-02-16T20:24:00.014-06:00

We complain about the cross we bear but don't realize it is preparing us for the dip in the road that God can see and we cannot. My sweet SIL sent me this in an e-mail. Please GOD help me not to complain, but seek Your face for strength and courage to carry my cross for You.

Unidentified Object

2010-02-15T09:13:00.005-06:00

The neighborhood is "up in arms" this morning. Upon arising this morning, this is what we saw.
We asked, "What could this thing be?" I think it may be the SUN...could this be????
We have thawed out from 5 inches of snow...then as it melted we had to deal with the ice. (Please don't laugh ......all my bloggin friends that have gotten MUCH more snow than central MS...you must understand we NEVER get snow like this) In some places it was 'black ice". See my entry "writing under the influence" for a good laugh and snort!! Weatherman says this week we should return to "normal" temps for our area.
I am way over due for my dose of Vitamin D. Come on spring time and some warmer weather. I am so ready for sun on my face and sand on my toes!!!!
Yipee!! Yipee!!
P.S. This was the scene as I left for work tonight....the end to a beautiful day. Good night everyone. Rest well.

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY

2010-02-14T07:40:00.005-06:00

I wish all my bloggin friend a very Happy Valentine's Day today. Even though, I have never met you I feel you have been my friends for ever. You are so sweet to "put-up" with all my rambling over the last one and half years. Thanks for all the sweet comments you leave me...I look forward everyday to see if someone has stopped by to say "Hello".
So what did your sweety get you for Valentine's Day? I am still looking ..HAHAHA!!

Writing Under the Influence

2010-02-13T21:35:00.007-06:00

What is a girl to do? Someone keeps posting my picture on the internet!! HA!! Just kiddin. Sorry Sara for your fall, but apparently there is an art to "falling on ice". One I have neglected to learn. As we all know the Winter Olympics Opening ceremony was last night. I watched as long as I could before falling asleep not out of boredom but just was tired....anyway..I thought well...maybe I could make it as a "walk on" ( you know like they do on football teams! HA ) ...I had to get up at 5:30 this morning to go to work. There is still snow and ice everywhere....long story...short version....As I was getting out of my vehicle my feet hit a patch of "black ice" and down I went or maybe I should say UP I went then down with a squeal like a sissy girl!! One leg went one direction, the other leg went into some weird awkward twist..down I went on the backside....Oh my golly wow!!! What a sight I must have been. Too bad I didn't have a video of this one....could have immediately been a winner on Americas Funniest!!! Stars were shining as I looked up to see if the earth had moved. I was finally able to get my bearings and a little traction with the help of a couple of people and up I came. I went into work and decided when my help arrived to go to the emergency room just to be "checked out".
Well, that was an experience not soon forgotten!! Four hours later, I am sent out with no broken bones, muscle strain, ace bandage, and a prescription. Hopefully, I will not have to ever use the services of ER again especially in the winter and on a weekend....Can't say too much since it is my place of employment!!
Ok, I have rambled enough....got to get ready for work tomorrow then off to bed.
Have a good night everyone.

Weatherman calls it THE BIG SNOW

2010-02-12T20:33:00.010-06:00

We awakened to about 3 inches of snow and it continued to snow until we got about 5 inches. It was so beautiful. The twins did not know quite what to make of it. All they knew was something exciting was happening...HA!

The weatherman called it the BIG SNOW of 2010. I think he is correct. I don't recall it ever snowing this much in central MS. At least I didn't have to work today and could stay home and enjoy.
I just had to include this pic....this is Luke and his favorite pose when his Mama is around.....such a Mama's baby.....He does not like to share HIS Mama with Prentiss :(
We have not had anymore biting for at least 5-6 days...so maybe the idea has passed. We hope so.
Nap time at YaYa's house...they ate lunch and passed out....for a BRIEF nap.
Note the rearrangement of furniture. They like to operate the electronics. They probably could do better than their yaya....HAHA!! Ya'll have a great weekend......xoxoxo

Super Bowl 44 2010

2010-02-07T15:26:00.003-06:00

Hope everyone has a safe and happy day. We are Saints fans around here. I had an aunt about 25 years ago that was a "die-hard" Saints fan. She and her daughter had season tickets. That was back in the day of "bag head" days. She died in a car accident 22 years ago and never got to see the Saints success celebrated today. I think of her often....today she would be in all her glory....black and gold. This is for you today, Aunt Allie. GO SAINTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

From the WHO DAT NATION!!! So who are you "pullin" for??
Oh shoot! .....somebody posted my picture!!!! HAHAHAHA!!!

Nice Surprise

2010-02-04T12:11:00.005-06:00

As I posted yesterday, I worked quite hard cleaning carpets. When I finished with all the work I went to check the mail and SURPRISE! Look what I found!! Thanks to my bloggy friend, , Life of a Southern Belle, it arrived. This is my first time to win a give-away. I was so EXCITED. Me a winner!!!, YES!!! I am looking forward to reading. It is such a messy, rainy day outstide maybe I'll make a fresh cup of coffee, grab a soft warm blanket and enoy....think I deserve this after yesterday.....Don't you??? HA!!!

The old grey mare just aint what she used to be

2010-02-03T18:27:00.005-06:00

Today has been a major cleaning day around here. I went to the twins house this morning and vacuumed and shampooed all the carpet. They were not very happy with their Yaya making so much noise, but it kept them fairly still. I then came home and did my house. Wow, I don't know where I found that energy, just probably out of necessity. Now off to their house again to help with dinner, baths, and bedtime.

Does anyone have any suggestions to deter the twins biting each other. They now have eight teeth each and are really learning how to use them. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Thank goodness Dad will be home tomorrow night. As you know he was laid off his job this past Sept and has been working out of town to support the family. It has been hard on Lil Mom, but she is a trooper. Dad is considering going back to school full time in June. Please remember them in your prayers that they be directed clearly.

Since the twins were so sick as little babies, they were advised not to take them into crowds so have not been to church....well, Sunday they started back and according to Lil Mom I think Prentiss tore up the nursery crying. Pray that they will adjust. Mom and Dad desire to raise them active in church.

Well, off to my other chores....

First visit to the dentist

2010-02-01T13:51:00.006-06:00

Today was a first for us. Our first visit to the dentist. Needless to say, we DID NOT COOPERATE!! HA!!! About the only thing we wanted to do was HOLD the toothbrush ourselves.

We sure are glad mom took us to a pediatric dentist that was accustom to our behavior.
We liked the waiting area....playing with the toys and reading books. I guess we weren't too bad cause the dentist told mom to bring us back in 6 months....OK...maybe then.......

Mom and Prentiss
YaYa and Luke

Great Day

2010-01-24T21:54:00.004-06:00

It was a great day today. So much fun with family and friends. Tomorrow is Lil Dad's birthday....the big '30". Wow, seems like yesterday HE was crawling around just like the twins.

We had a "little" surprise birthday party for him today. Then we "topped" it off (of course) with two good football games.

From the Who Dat Nation!!!!!!! GOOOOO Saints!!

I received an e-mail from a new bloggin friend today. She said I had won a give-away. YEAH!!! Me ....have never won one of those. Will be looking forward to receiving that.

Ya'll have a great week.

Luke and Prentiss in their wagon

2010-01-18T23:03:00.002-06:00

We are so happy. We had a warm beautiful day today. The temperature was 67 degrees with glorious sunshine. It felt great to be outside and enjoying the boys. We are looking forward to many more days like this in the not too distant future.

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2010

2009-12-31T20:47:00.003-06:00

My Wish for You in 2010.May peace break into your home and may thieves come to steal your debts. May the pockets of your jeans become a magnet for $100 bills. May love stick to your face like Vaseline and may laughter assault your lips! May your tears be that of joy. May the problems you had, forget your home address! ...

HAPPY NEW YEAR for 2010

Yes brother, Santa did come

2009-12-28T14:49:00.004-06:00

The wagon was a Christmas gift from YaYa....Now we know what Pappy is going to be doing!! HA!! "Around the corner one more time, Pappy!!"

This was a gift from Grandma. She lives in Michigan. Chopper thinks it belongs to him. A new toy box for all our new toys. YEAH!!!
We hope everyone had a blessed and Merry Christmas with family and friends. We wish you a happy New Year.

Santa Comes Tonight

2009-12-24T15:46:00.004-06:00

Where is he??? They said Santa Claus was coming tonight. We're really tippy-toeing, trying to see. We know we have been good. Maybe later after we've gone to bed....Good night everyone.
We wish you a MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

Bad Hair Day or just "plain tired"

2009-12-23T21:55:00.009-06:00

We now have 7 teeth and enjoy eating so much. My brother and I are identical. We even have the same number of teeth. We just finish eating some spaghetti....mmm.....oh yeah, I'm Prentiss.

Ok now, so here comes the attitude!!! HA!!! I think it's funny, but Mom doesn't!!! HA!!!!

Now, I am just "plain tired".....all that Christmas shopping and playing with my brother, Luke. Wake me when it's over.........
THEY REALLY ARE VERY SWEET LITTLE BOYS, from YaYa.

Snow Bunnies

2009-12-05T13:02:00.004-06:00

We awakened to this morning!!!! It was so pretty...only now a brief memory as the sun has popped through to melt it all away. These pictures were taken as I was leaving for work this morning.

Cup cakes anyone?

2009-12-01T19:49:00.007-06:00

As you know the twins were in the hospital on their first birthday and their party had to be cancelled. So, Sunday we decided to have a "little" something for them. Most of all they enjoyed the cupcakes. Everything you see here was "self-inflicted". HA!! Happy Birthday my little angels.

Thanks-giving Today

2009-11-30T21:03:00.003-06:00

We are giving thanks today for God's goodness. Prentiss went to the cardiologist today for check up after his heart surgery. He had an echo, EKG, and chest x-ray....all were good reports. He gets to stop his heart medications. He will continue to take a baby aspirin for 3 more months. GOD IS GOOD ALL THE TIME. I appreciate all the prayers and concerns by so many for our family this past year. God has brought us through. Luke and Prentiss are both doing great. They are glad to be out of daycare....for now anyway. More updates and pics later.

Homeward Bound

2009-11-22T21:30:00.003-06:00

YES! We are headed home today from the hospital after five days of needles, tubes, hoses, and whatever else was sent out way. We are done! and we are "out of here". Thanks to all our family and friends for praying for us. See ya later....when yaya will post more pictures of us!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY my little angels

2009-11-20T21:44:00.008-06:00

Happy Birthday to my little angels. We will have to celebrate once discharged from the hospital. They seemed to be some better today. Attempts were made to wean Luke off oxygen today, but O2 sats dropped to 89....so had to go back on O2. Doctors are thinking it is viral pneumonia, which basically means....time and treat the symptoms. Prentiss is still getting steroids through his IV. They both are on antibiotics for ear infections. With all that said he are still trusting GOD. HE did not bring us this far to forsake us. GOD IS GOOD ALL THE TIME. Please continue to lift them up before the Lord.

Luke is taking a brief nap.
Prentiss thinking "what you doin yaya???"

Check out these "serious" eyes! HA!

In hospital

2009-11-19T18:51:00.004-06:00

Last night Luke and Prentiss were admitted to the hospital, Blair Batson Children's Hospital
They ran high fever again last night. Doctors are not sure at this point what is going on. Still running tests. They are on oxygen, IV fluids, breathing treatments...Will keep everyone posted when I learn more. I have temp so I can't be there with them. It is very frustrating.
Their 1 st year birthday party for Saturday has been cancelled.

Trusting God

2009-11-18T03:43:00.006-06:00

Please pray for Luke and Prentiss they are very sick tonight. Prentiss has fever 105.9. We took them out of day care Tues. at the doctors recommendation. They have been in daycare for a month and have not completed one week without being sick. This past weekend they were at the doctors after hours clinic 3 times. It is so hard to see them so sick. We are trusting God for His healing power.

2009-11-07T12:30:00.004-06:00

AMAZING NEW DIET

Trip to Wal-Mart

Yesterday I was at my local Wal-Mart buying a large bag of Purina dog chow for my loyal pet, Biscuit, the Wonder Dog and was in the checkout line when woman behind me asked if I had a dog.

What did she think I had, an elephant? So since I'm retired and have little to do, on impulse I told her that no, I didn't have a dog, I was starting the Purina Diet again. I added that I probably shouldn't, because I ended up in the hospital last time, but that I'd lost 50 pounds before I awakened in an intensive care ward with tubes coming out of most of my orifices and IVs in both arms.

I told her that it was essentially a perfect diet and that the way it works is to load your pants pockets with Purina nuggets and simply eat one or two every time you feel hungry. The food is nutritionally complete so it works well and I was going to try it again.

(I have to mention here that practically everyone in line was now enthralled with my story.) Horrified, she asked if I ended up in intensive care because the dog food poisoned me. I told her no, I stepped off a curb to sniff an Irish Setter's a** and a car hit us both.

I thought the guy behind her was going to have a heart attack he was laughing so hard.
Wal-Mart won't let me shop there anymore.

Better watch what you ask retired people. They have all the time in the world to think of crazy things to say.

Halloweeny is OFF

2009-10-31T17:45:00.007-05:00

Our Halloweeny plans are off this year for the boys. They woke up this morning burning up with fever. We took them to the doctor this morning and they were put back on antibiotics. When does this end. As I have said before, they started daycare and this has really been difficult on them. We are hoping it won't continue much longer.
Oh brother, it is very difficult to hold babies with 102+ temp and hot flashing at the same time!!!! Can't you see the misting on the face????? I would laugh if it weren't so miserable!! HA!!

Happy Halloween everyone!! Be safe and have fun trick-0-treating!!! Look out next year....here we come....

Patiently awaiting

2009-10-26T22:37:00.003-05:00

This photo was taken with Lil Dad's phone while Luke was patiently awaiting surgery. You can see he is wearing his little hospital gown. The procedure went well. They were back home by noon on Friday. The doctor said he just didn't know why his ear drums had not ruptured because there was so much pressure. Thank God for His goodness and mercy. God is good all the time.

2009-10-22T14:56:00.000-05:00

Luke having ear surgery on Friday

2009-10-21T20:56:00.009-05:00

Ask me...do I love my passie and I'll show you!!!!!!!!!

Even though Luke has been so sick, he is still so sweet. He saw the pediatric otolaryngologist today and will have tubes put into his ears on Friday. He has had chronic ear infections since starting daycare. Dr. said this should resolve this problem....I guess Luke did not want baby brother to have one-up on him for surgeries. Please pray all goes well. We are still believing God for these little angels. He hasn't brought them this far to leave them. God is good all the time.

We love to read our books and play on the floor with Daddy.

Help me brother!!! I'm stuck...help me out here!!!! HAHAHA

'HOUSEWORK 101'

2009-10-16T16:50:00.002-05:00

1. Create a new folder in your PC

2. Name it 'Housework'

3. Send it to the recycle bin

4. Empty the recycle bin

5. Your PC will ask you, 'Are you sure you want to delete
Housework permanently?'

6. Calmly answer, 'yes' and press mouse button firmly...

7. Feel better????

Works for ME !!

Ya'll have a great weekend and get going with that housework!!!

We've started daycare

2009-10-14T14:14:00.011-05:00

It has been a while since I have posted. Prentiss is still doing well after his heart surgery. As you can see below he loves his walker. He can "go so fast"! Lil Mom started back to work two weeks ago so the boys started daycare. It has been difficult for them. In just the short time they were there, they both have had strep throat and ear infections. They had 3 doctor visits in less than a week. They are much better now and have gone back to daycare.

Doesn't he look mischievous? Prentiss thinks it is so funny to see us run from the walker. It is murder on your ankles and toes.

Yaya the flash is too bright for my eyes. This is Luke.
Prentiss loves to wrinkle his nose at you.

Luke resting after a hard day at daycare.
More later. Going to cook dinner so Lil Mom won't have to when she gets home from work.

Prentiss Update

2009-09-04T20:56:00.005-05:00

This is second day post surgery. Does he look like he has had heart surgery to you??? Not to me. He is doing extremely well. I give God all the credit. Prentiss was in His hands through out the entire surgery and still is. It only took one hour from start to finish. Prentiss only had to be stuck once for his IV placement. He never cried about having to be without his feedings. He was without food and drink for over 12 hours. He played and laughed until he went back to surgery around 12:30 that day.
He was taken off the Captopril. He has to take Lasix and Digioxin only until he goes back for his checkup then hopefully he will come off that. We are so grateful.

This is Prentiss and Luke's grandpa from Michigan. Can you tell he is PROUD? HA! They will be here until Labor Day then fly back home. The boys will be lost without Grandma and Grandpa.

Yesterday Grandma and Lil Mom took the boys shopping and got new car seats for Dad's truck and also got the boys new shoes. They are not so sure about them. Check it out. HA!!
Grandma is holding Prentiss and Luke is with Lil Mom. No, I didn't chop off Grandma's head....she doesn't want her picture taken....you know us girls....no make-up....no "hairdo's"
May I'll be able to get a pic before they leave Monday.....I'll try Prentiss and Luke.

Thank You Jesus

2009-09-01T23:15:00.006-05:00

The day has finally arrived. The day of surgery. A day we knew would come, but prayed it wouldn't.
GOD IS GOOD ALL THE TIME. Prentiss was scheduled for 2nd case today. He was taken back to holding at 12:01, the surgery started about 1:00 and by 2:30 Dr was in the waiting area talking to Lil Mom and Dad. Dr said everything went very well. He was able to fix both holes in his heart.
Prentiss of course did not have anything to eat or drink since midnight. He was happy and playing
never cried at all. Another miracle is that his IV was successfully started with only one stick. When he was in the hospital for his pyloric stenosis surgery, he had to be stuck 14 times before they could get an IV in place. This was a very smooth surgery. I give God all the credit. GOD IS GOOD ALL THE TIME. I hope I am making myself clear. After I left the hospital this afternoon I went to take care of Luke while the other grandma went to hosp for awhile. I just got home and am very tired. I will post some pictures. Give you more on update tomorrow.
Hope you enjoy the pictures.

CHOCOLATE LOVERS

2009-08-28T21:03:00.006-05:00

YOUR age by CHOCOLATE MATH

First of all, pick the number of times a week that you would like to have chocolate (more than once but less than 10)
Multiply this number by 2
ADD 5
Multiply it by 50---I'll wait while you get the calculator!!
If you have already had your birthday this year and 1759...if you haven't, add 1758

6. subtract the four digit year that you were born. You should have a three digit number.The first digit of this was your original number (i.e.,how many times you want to have chocolate each week)

The next two numbers are your AGE! (Oh yes, it is!!!!)

This is the only year this will ever work (2009), so spread it around while it lasts!!

Sitting Alone

2009-08-28T20:18:00.005-05:00

Luke and Prentiss began sitting alone this week. I attempted to capture the moment. Luke is on the left and Prentiss is on the right.
Please remember to pray for Prentiss as his heart surgery is Tues, Sept.1.

Soap that looks like cheddar??

2009-08-19T10:19:00.006-05:00

Sorry, I didn't include in the picture 2 TBSP of OXI-CLEAN powder

Looks like a block of cheddar cheese, doesn't it????
Finished product

I have been "studying" this for quite some time and trying different recipes, tweekin....tweekin.
I even tried it out on my mom, giving her a sample to try. So, she calls me last week and reported she absolutely LOVES the laundrey detergent. Requesting another supply.

Have you noticed the prices of "store bought" detergent? Of course, you have....whew. I makes me dizzy.

I even researched use with HE washers and found this works quite well. Note: I put the detergent inside with the towels,sheets...ets...others place it in the dispenser without any problems.
Just remember this may negate your warranty.

I haven't tried it with clothes, clothes...just with sheets, towels, etc.
Others, report it works well without fading.

Recipe: 3 cups Mule Team Borax Laundry Booster
3 cups Arm & Hammer Washing Soda
2 bars FelsNaptha Soap
2 tablespoons Oxi-Clean powder

Grate soap using cheese grater. Combine all ingredients and stir well. Store in sealed container or Zip-Lock bag. Use 2 tablespoon per load. Use 1 tablespoon with HE.
This averages about 7 cents per load. Quite cheaper than store bought.

2009-08-16T09:52:00.003-05:00

Another one bites the dust

2009-08-13T22:07:00.005-05:00

Another one bites the dust!! What is this all about??? What is this craze? I think it is overcoming all my friends...it's called fb, Facebook. I have lost numerous friends to this epidemic. How do you recover them? They seem to be addicted and lost all desire to post in bloggerland. This is so disturbing for those of us who have not learned to "farm". How do you "farm" when you have no land, no dirt, no crops???? It is all very strange to me. How do I know they are lost of this phenomina? Someone sent me a e-mail today and told me I could post it on my blog. Why are THEY not posting on their own blog one may ask. They are too tired and busy "farming"!!! I also hear there is another epidemic as well, something called TWITTER.....I hope I don't lose all my bloggy friends.....I will miss them...
Who knows maybe one day I may disappear from bloggy land and be "eaten alive" by this thing called FACEBOOK. Have you lost any friends from bloggyland to this epidemic? Help me to understand!!!

Happy Birthday, Son

2009-08-12T19:14:00.004-05:00

My older son, AKA Uncle Jamie is 33 today. I never realized I could hurt so much and still live...."back in the day" there was no epidural!!!! HA!! At 4:25 pm on that day I learned what true love really meant. The love a mother has for her child. Noway to describe. I love you , son.

Hey Ethel!!! Happy Birthday to you...you thought I forgot, didn't you???? I won't elaborate on the NUMBER!!! HA!!!!

What are they looking for??

2009-08-12T08:32:00.004-05:00

I received this e-mail and immediately thought of Luke and Prentiss. HA!! Look out Lil Mom and Dad. tee-hee!! :)

The boss wondered why one of his most valued employee had not phoned in sick one day. Having an urgent problem with one of the main computers, he dialed the employee's home phone number and was greeted with a child's whisper. "Hello ? "

"Is your daddy home?" he asked.

" Yes ," whispered the small voice.

May I talk with him?"
The child whispered, " No ."
Surprised and wanting to talk with an adult, the boss asked, "Is your Mommy there?"

"Yes."

"May I talk with her?"

Again the small voice whispered, "No ."

Hoping there was somebody with whom he could leave a message, the boss asked, "Is anybody else there?"

" Yes ," whispered the child, " a policeman ".
Wondering what a cop would be doing at his employee's home, the boss asked, "May I speak with the policeman?"

" No, he's busy ", whispered the child.
"Busy doing what?"
" Talking to Daddy and Mommy and the Fireman ," came the whispered answer.

Growing more worried as he heard a loud noise in the background through the earpiece on the phone, the boss asked, "What is that noise?"

" A helicopter " answered the=2 0whispering voice.
"What is going on there?" demanded the boss, now truly apprehensive.
Again, whispering, the child answered, " The search team just landed a helicopter ."

Alarmed, concerned and a little frustrated the boss asked, "What are they searching for?"

Still whispering, the young voice replied with a muffled giggle...
" ME ."

Visit from "Grandma" Rockie

2009-08-04T20:40:00.009-05:00

Where did the week go?? We got to meet our Aunt Roxanne, AKA "Grandma Rockie" from Baltimore, MD. She flew in and spent the week with us. We had so much fun. We initiated her "right". The first day in Mom had to get her CPR cert re-newed so we stayed with GR for 4 hrs.....Well, she survivied. So, I suppose she made of some "good stuff".

We just had a fun time while she was here. We think we got a little bit more "spoiled" if that is possible.

While here this week we got to be introduced to eating "real food"...YUM... the speech therapist ( yes...a speech therapist HA! and we aren't even talking yet!!!) told mom to put crunched fish crackers on our trays. Boy, what fun......

Luke is saying....."oh yeah!!! come on brother just dive in there!!!!'
Prentiss is saying....."you want me to do WHAT?"....I dont think I want that stuff all over me"
Of course, then we had to have a bath....it never ends for Mom......from one thing to another ALL DAY LONG>>>>>what was that beep?.....I think it was the dryer.....hey Mom....it's time to finish up the laundry!!!! HA!!!! on and on and on.

Visit from Great-Grandmother

2009-07-31T08:07:00.002-05:00

We had a visit from out "Maw-maw Sue", great-grandmother. We were certainly a armful for her. Can't you see? HA! We were trying to "figure out" what she had on her arm. Our "Paw-paw Charlie" is very sick and in the hospital. He has end stage renal disease, thus the visit while Maw-Maw Sue is in town. We are excited about another visit, "Aunt Rockie" is coming too.

Is this a new yoga position?

2009-07-21T01:37:00.005-05:00

Is this a new yoga position? Luke loves to grab his feet and S-T-R-E-T-C-H. I remember when I could do this! HA! Not so much now!!! Boy, would that be a show!!!
Luke got his first tooth in this week. Prentiss is still working on his.
Hope ya'll have a good week.

Ain't He A Proud Pappy?

2009-07-17T16:14:00.005-05:00

Pappy wanted a picture so that he could post them as his profile picture for Facebook. So, there it is. He is so proud. Remember he is the one that bought the John Deere bicycles when they were only 4 weeks old. HA!!

The boys went back to the doctors this week. Luke weighs 20 lbs 11oz. Prentiss weighs 18lbs and 10oz. Prentiss saw the cardiologist on Monday after seeming to have a few problems. The doctor has scheduled his heart surgery for September 1. He is going to try to close both the PDA and ASD with one procedure. He said he would just have to "get in there and see". The surgery will take about 3-4 hrs. Please remember them in your prayers. The doctor said after the surgery he will be a "new baby". He is doing so well, playing like a little monkey. I can hardly imagine him anymore active than he is now!! WHEW!!! God is good. Prentiss is in HIS hands. We are believing God is in control for all of it.

Does any of my bloggin friends out there have a Kindle? I have been reading about it on Amazon and thought about purchasing. If anyone has one, let me know your thoughts.

Have a great weekend. I'll be working.....

Sour Patch Kids

2009-07-12T20:28:00.007-05:00

Yesterday Pappy and I babysat while Lil Mom and Dad went for a fun day in the sun, cook-in out, fishing, and visiting with friends. Of course, they had to twist our arms to keep the boys. I tell you it is a two person deal. I totally respect Lil Mom for doing this day-in and day-out , 24-7. They never both sleep at the same time. When you get one down the other is up and ready to go.
Then there are bottles to make, diapers to change, and with them medications to give. For any of you that have BOYS can appreciate this, yesterday I was changing Prentiss and before I could get him changed....we had a MAJOR accident.....tee-tee everywhere....you know what I mean...running down the wall, on the changing table, in his face....all over his clothes I had just changed him into...all over YaYa...I was grabbin everything I could get to cover the fountain. When I got him changed and put in his bouncy seat, I thought ,well since I have to change sheets I might as well put on a load of baby laundry. They washed, when completed I went to put in the dryer and there was "stuff" all over the clothes...I thought maybe the detergent didn't dissolve...no... using liquid, maybe I took the clothes out before it rinsed, no that's not it.......I decided to wash the clothes again.....then as I was trying to put in the dryer after the second wash I realized I had washed a Huggies diaper in with the sheet from the changing table.....boy what a mess, there was fuzzy stuff all over their clothes, worse than if they had been washed with new towels. GEE, what a MESS! I thought I was doing a good thing!...It was truly a LUCY moments....Lil Mom and Dad got home about 8 last night....needless to say we didn't have to be rocked to sleep......

The pictures above.....Prentiss as his Dad was giving him a taste of "Cabbage Sour baby".....he seemed to like it...see the dribble on his chin? HA!..he only got a lick so no one get upset about him "getting sugar"
Luke??? Not so much.....HA!!! Don't think we will have to worry about him getting into the sour candy!!!!!!!!!

Last week Pappy spent 3 days in the hospital with cellulitis. IV antibiotics did the trick. This picture was taken before it got so bad..before he was admitted to the hospital. Hopefully the next couple of months will improve with him. He has had bilateral partial knee replacement, appendicitis, and now this. I told him I was going to trade him in for 2--30's.... HA!!!! now we know that is a JOKE!!!!!!!

Hope you guys have a wonderful week. God bless!

Hot, Hot Cars

2009-07-08T22:07:00.005-05:00

Girls=hot shoes........Guys=hot cars.

The Smart Car

what we will be forced to drive quite soon.

But look at all of the 'great new choices'

we will have from 'The SMART Car'....

The Smorvette!

The Smaudi A3 AWD!

The Smamborghini!

The Smorsche!

The Smerrari!

And last, but not least,

The Smustang,

Happy 4th of July

2009-07-04T17:40:00.004-05:00

"Proclaim Liberty throughout all the land unto all the inhabitants thereof," is the legend moulded around the Liberty Bell. This inscription is from the twenty-fifth chapter of Leviticus, as part of the directions given by Jehovah for the celebration of the year of jubilee, and the very next words to it in the Bible are:
"It shall be a jubilee unto you; and ye shall return every man unto his possession."
For Liberty is the "possession" of every man, woman and child.
The story of the Liberty Bell is the story of Liberty. It is a history of thrills and throbs and tears. If the ancient Hebrew slaves had not made that immortal dash for liberty when the Egyptians pursuing them were drowned in the Red Sea, there never would have been that
tumult in the city,
In the quaint old Quaker town,
when the Liberty Bell rang in the "year of jubilee", and rang out the glad tidings of freedom "throughout all the land unto all the inhabitants thereof."

Some Liberty Bell Trivia:

The bell cracked the first time it was rung

The bell weighed 2080 pounds when it was cast.

The strike note of the Bell is E-flat.

On the bell, "Pennsylvania" is spelled "Pensylvania"

The Liberty Bell did not ring on July 4, 1776, actually it was on July 8, 1776.

I hope every one enjoyed their Independence Day Celebration with family and friends.
I am so grateful to have been born in America.

Hot, Hot, Hot shoes

2009-07-01T23:08:00.013-05:00

Where did June do ??? It is so very hot here. This has been a very dry month, only 0.5 inches of rain. My yard crunches when you take a step. Hopefully we get some rain soon. I would be ashamed for Tootsie to see my flowers...whew!

As a young adult, going shopping with my Mom whenever we got separated she always would say she could go to the shoe department and find me. Things have really changed or should I say "we come a long way baby". I do LOVE ME SOME SHOES!!! Here are a few pics. Definitely not for YaYa!!!!!!!!!!

Yum...watermelon...sticky,sticky

2009-06-25T20:35:00.007-05:00

Our first experience today with watermelon. As I took these pictures today, I had a silent chuckle on the inside thinking of my dad. He was very much opposed to STICKY things. He probably would have said, "Don't get that all over those babies"! As a child he would constantly be "on us" about getting anything sticky on anything!! Well, this has passed on to another generation. The twin's dad told lil Mom that she and I could give them watermelon, but not him. He also told us to be sure we put bibs on them before we got started. HA!!! He is VERY much like his pa-paw!!! He will continue to live in our hearts and in our "little mannerisms". Wish you could have seen this today, PaPaw!!

Chillin at the pool

2009-06-24T20:59:00.003-05:00

Luke and Prentiss had their first play time in the pool. They didn't stay in long...way too hot!!!!
In the bottom picture Luke was too busy trying to see what the other kids were doing. Prentiss was trying to find his thumb to suck. I think they both enjoyed it....just chillin in the pool.

Happy Father's Day

2009-06-21T07:50:00.007-05:00

Our older son and his wife just had their home completed and moved into. They have really worked hard for this. She is an occupational therapist and he is a licensed architect. We are so very proud of them.

Today they have invited both families
"in-laws and outlaws" HA!! over for a Happy Father's Day luncheon. I am at work today so will miss out on all the fun. I am sure all will have a grand-ole time. Wish I could be there to get some pictures of everyone, but maybe next time.

Our older son and his wife AKA Uncle J and Aunt K to the twins. You probably have seen them in earlier posts. They helped out so much when the twins were SO tiny and both had to have surgery. We are so grateful they are a part of rearing these little angels.

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY to all the great DADs out there. You are so very important to your little ones.

6 month check-up

2009-06-15T20:44:00.004-05:00

Last week Luke and Prentiss had their
6 month check-up and shots. Prentiss weighed in at 16lbs and 3 oz. He is growing well. Dr. is pleased with his progress. She stated, " He just doesn't look like a heart baby". I said, thank you God. We call him little hot-rod. Never still and never quiet!!! hA!!!

Luke weighed in at 19 lbs 9 oz.
He does have torticollis in his neck. You will notice on most of his pictures he favors his left side. He had his neck x-rayed and was found to be normal and will only need physical therapy to correct. Lil Mom and Dad went to learn his exercises and they have begun. I can already tell it is helping.
Notice this picture? He is holding his head straight.

I have been so busy. Lil Mom and Dad had their six year anniversary last week. I kept the boys while they went out to dinner and shared some quiet time. Ha... quiet time doesn't occur very often for them.

I'll try to post more this week....in the mean-time...ya'll have a great week.

South Beach Diet

2009-06-04T22:26:00.004-05:00

Uh,Oh!! Lucy has done it again!!! Trying to post this as a widget and it ended up as a post. I guess that is ok since I am past due for a post. Anyway, when you are sleep deprived there is no telling what you will do. I worked 7pm-7am last night and still have not been to sleep.....Should I say Sleepless in MS....it certainly is no fun. Whoops, now the widget is at the end of the post and the picture is at the top and I can't move them....so there you have it.....another mess....well, leave it to ME !!!!!

Tomorrow we take Luke and Prentiss for their 6 mo check up. Pray all is still going well. Don't they look grand with their mother??

Brief Visit

2009-06-01T20:22:00.006-05:00

Luke and Prentiss got to meet their second cousins today, Cal and Laney. They stopped by on the way to Gulf Shores, AL.

Lil Mom was hosting a baby shower and almost missed the visit. Cal and Laney enjoyed a snack, but not so much having a picture taken. Look at all those curls, aren't they adorable. You can visit them at mom's blog.
www.http://ourwhimsyworld.blogspot.com

I'm glad they are at the beach this week. The weather has been so rainy, but now the temps are in the upper 80's and 90's and the sun is pretty and bright....perfect beach weather. We will probably wait until next summer to introduce Luke and Prentiss to the sun and sand.

GOOD NEWS....my friend Kat is back bloggin. She sent me an e-mail today. I was so excited to see she did not let "the nasty person win".....YES!!!!!

Everyone have a great week.

Love to ya!!

No Sleep and Rambling

2009-05-29T10:26:00.011-05:00

Got off work this morning at 7am...still cannot sleep. Sounds like an "Ethel" problem to me! HA!! Maybe sometime it will come.

I get to baby-sit these little munchkins tomorrow while lil Mom is busy hosting a baby shower for a friend. Some people may not think this is much fun, but these little dudes are SO MUCH FUN !!! Who could resist???? Certainly not YaYa.

A bloggerland friend, Kat, has decided to close her blog. Evidently, someone has made some disturbing comments on her blog. We will miss her very much. She is a kind and beautiful person. Why do some people have to be so NASTY?

Speaking of disturbing, I have a large window in the kitchen/sitting area. There is a robin that continues to fling himself into the window and knocks himself down, again, again and again. The robin is much more beautiful than brainy. He is driving me crazy. Of course, some people would say that is not very far!! What's up with this crazy bird? I can only asume he sees his reflection and is protecting his territory. How long will this last??? HELP!!! bang, bang, bang!!!!

Thank You for my Freedom

2009-05-25T14:21:00.004-05:00

Memorial Day...This holiday function was established to honor the men and women of the United States who have lost their lives while serving our nation's military service. Please take a moment today to reflect on the sacrifices made by these men and women and their families. It is because of them that we enjoy our freedom today.

Yummy in My Tummy!!

2009-05-24T15:05:00.005-05:00

This post is made possible with the assistance of my dear friend KR. Thanks for helping this old dog learn a new trick...:) Now if I can just retain!!!!! HA!!!!

Trying something new

2009-05-22T08:12:00.003-05:00

I am attempting to post a video. Still learning how this bloggin stuff works! HA!! Can an ole dog learn new tricks?? That is the question. Now, let's see.

mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

hours have gone by mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

Not successful, guess that ole dog is too tired!! hA!!

Any suggestions out there? I even tried posting from youtube without any luck.

High Chairs

2009-05-19T20:19:00.004-05:00

Yep, we finally did it....we got high chairs!! It's not that easy trying to eat from a bouncy seat.
We also tried sippy cups today with apple juice. Not sure we like that very much, certainly have not gotten the hang of it yet.

We'll keep trying though!! Prentiss is on the left with Dad and Luke is on the right laughing at Lil Mom.

Pappy goes back to doctor tomorrow for tummy check. Hopefully all is well. He is getting stronger everyday.

Emergency hospital stay

2009-05-16T16:33:00.009-05:00

Some may wonder where I have been. It has been an exciting week. I worked last Sunday, Mothers Day, got off at 7pm. I went to Lil Mom and Dad's for "get together"....No pappy. He had gone to see his mother for the day. No one had talked to him on the phone all day. Normally he is home by 3 or 4pm.....still no Pappy. I told my son I was going to go home and see if he was there. My older son said he would go and I should stay and visit with everyone. In about 15 mins he calls and said I should come because "something was not right with dad"....needless to say I rushed over and after attempting to talk to him realized he must have appendix problem.....We went to ED about 8:30 pm and after being seen and having CT it was decided he had appendicitis. The surgeon was called in and he had emergency surgery at 1am Monday morning. We learn when the surgeon completed the surgery the appendix had ruptured and he had peritonitis. We were in the hospital for 4 days. He is at home today, trying to celebrate his birthday today. He is still very weak, but slowly progressing. We go back to the doctor on Wed. I should say the surgeon was excellent and the hospital visit was as good as it could be considering. Everyone was extremely nice and we were well taken care of. KUDOS to Dr Jason Murphy and the Baptist Medical Center.
The very best birthday present he could have had was a visit from the grandchildren. They are growing and doing so well. We are so grateful. God is good.

I think this is what Pappy felt like when he woke up in the wee hours of Monday morning. He still can't "jump too high" HA!!

Thanks for all your prayers.

Happy Mothers Day

2009-05-09T08:29:00.006-05:00

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY

To my sweet mother. I am so blessed.

Recycling At Its Best

2009-05-05T18:38:00.002-05:00

Recycling is defined as the separation and collection of materials that otherwise would be considered waste, the processing and remanufacturing of these items into new products.

This was sited outside a Wal-Mart store where this woman was shopping at a flea market. I won't say what state it was, but it was not MS.

Recycling at its best!!!

IDENTICAL

2009-04-30T20:50:00.005-05:00

We learned yesterday...bottom line. We are identical twins...through all the medical jargon....we are identical. We are doing well. Trying to sit up on our own even though our doctor said we would be older before we would do this....but we have a mind of our own.
Oh yes, We DEFINITELY HAVE A MIND OF OUR OWN....just ask us!! HA!!!!

Always twirl

2009-04-25T15:26:00.003-05:00

I very much needed a laugh today. I hope this does not offend anyone, but if so....SORRY.
This is exactly why you should always, ALWAYS...twirl once in front of the mirror before leaving the house. But, just think how many people she made smile throughout the day.

Hope you got a laugh too!!

Good Boy

2009-04-23T20:46:00.003-05:00

He is such a good boy. When he went to the doctor on Tuesday we were told he had bronchitis, thus the wheezing. He is taking the breathing treatment every 4 hrs. He has done very well. He and Luke have now started "tracking us" and laughin at us. They are so much fun. Can you tell I have it BAD?? HA!! He goes back to the doctor tomorrow for re-check. I know God is still taking care of him. They are now sleeping all night long, going to bed about 9pm and sleeping until 7 am. Isn't that great? Lil Mom and Dad certainly think so!!!!
Later..............

Our first ear infection

2009-04-21T15:53:00.010-05:00

Last week was another "first". We were not feeling very well so Mom took us to the doctor and was told we had ear infections. We were put on Amoxicillin, along with all our other meds....YUCK!!! they say we are suppose to like ☺ it , but NOT....we spit and sputter like a car running out of gas. After a few attempts we managed to get it down...plus all over Mom...tee--hee.....

Now 12 days later Mom takes us back to doctor today. We are doing better but little brother has to have breathing treatment as he has a little wheezing going on. Doctor says we are going to be fine though...

Wow!!! Doctor weighed us today...mmmm

16 lbs 6 oz....that's ME :)..they say I'm "off the chart", what ever that means!! HA!!...14 lbs 8 oz...that's little brother, Prentiss. Boy, we are tired from all the whooo haaa today and are going to take a nap....come back and visit us soon. We like our new bloggin friends.

P.S. don't worry about my neck. I love to sleep this way! HA!!!

Suger Lumps

2009-04-15T18:51:00.007-05:00

Isn't this just hilarious? HA!
They are what I call sugar lumps or as Pickett would say "sweet taters". HA!!!

We went to the ophthalmologist today and were told their eyes were PERFECTLY NORMAL. As preemie babies and having to be on oxygen, it was a concern because the oxygen can cause eye damage. God is good. We serve an awesome God. I told my DIL today that God knew these babies by name before they were born. Just like the men and women of the Bible, God has a purpose for their lives. He will watch over them to prepare them for that purpose. God has a purpose for your life, too. He will continue to work through events in our life to draw you to Him. God brought Lil Mama all the way from Michigan to be part of our family for which I am thankful. She is such a "good little Mama"...."Dad is a good dad as well".
When he comes home from work he helps her do EVERYTHING, cooks dinner, cleans, changes diapers, feeds babies...on and on until they both collapse. They both will tell you it is absolutely worth it and would not change a thing. God bless them!

Great Surprise

2009-04-14T18:18:00.011-05:00

In our synical society, there comes along someone who helps us to believe in ourselves--to encourage the best in all of us. This video will further enforce the thought "what you see is NOT always what you get". Enjoy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxPZh4AnWyk

47 Year old Susan Boyle wows the judges with her performance in the auditions for Britains Got Talent, singing I dreamed a dream from Les Miserables. Here are the Lyrics(Thanks to NewHotdox) - I dreamed a dream in time gone by When hope was high And life worth living I dreamed that love would never die I dreamed that God would be fo...

Good Report Today

2009-04-13T23:41:00.005-05:00

No he was not talking to Yaya...he was caught talking to the ceiling fan. He and his brother just love it. They love the bright drop down lights over the bar as well.

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Today was another check-up for Prentiss with the cardiologist. He had EKG and ECHO done of his heart. He is progressing well. No changes in his heart meds. Will return for another follow-up in July. MD is now thinking he will have surgery when he is 18 months old. As long as he continues to do well, we can hold off the surgery. Prentiss took everything today like a trooper even though he was "poked and prodded". Luke and Prentiss are both still on antibiotics for ear infections. The only problem they had with that was diarrhea and subsequent "bad diaper rash". They were both so sweet today, laughing and "talking".....can you tell I "have it bad"....that's ok, I love being a YaYa to both little lumps of sugar. HA!! Please continue to pray for God's presence in their lives. Mamaw Sue bought them a "babies" Bible for Easter and Little Mama has already read all the Bible stories to them. Thanks Mamaw Sue, we love you.

Peter Cottontail

2009-04-12T14:33:00.005-05:00

I know, it's my second post of the day. But I have been thinking of my older son today. That would be Uncle J for those of you that have read about the twins eventful early start in life....Anyway, one of my best memories was him coming home from daycare at the age of two so excited he learned a new song. He sung with such passion and excitement...

"Her (here) cumes (comes) Peder (Peter) Cottontail hoppin down the bunny trail....Hippy, Hoppy Easder (Easter)s on it way"...

Such a sweet, precious memory. It will forever be branded in my heart and mind.

I love you, Peanut.

Happy Easter

2009-04-12T08:25:00.005-05:00

Good morning to all my bloggin friends. I am at work this morning thinking about what a beautiful day it will be. I wanted to wish everyone a blessed day. In the paper this morning was a full page ad I thought was appropriate for this day. I should add , this was paid for by Hobby Lobby.
Have a great day and remember He IS Risen.

Chocolates...or maybe not

2009-04-11T22:47:00.004-05:00

Ugh, Oh!!! this is for all of us Choc-o-holics....think about it??? Mini-eggs???? Eat them with caution.

Project almost complete

2009-04-10T20:57:00.005-05:00

Wednesday I finished half the Lucy/Ethel project. I still have to make mine and also the pot holders. I drove to my Mom's then we drove over to Ethel's and hand delivered the apron. I wanted her to have it for Easter. I think Ethel's DIL just may steal the apron. She likes aprons, but may not cook very much. HA!!! We had a great time visiting, laughing about earlier days. Ethel really has some tales about her experiences "coming into the family". Tell me what you think about the apron. I'd love to hear your comments. Cute model, don't ya think?

Good Friday

2009-04-10T16:33:00.004-05:00

Our Father, which art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless Your holy name. I thank God for salvation. He IS RISEN !!! so that I may live. They could not keep Him down!!

Sick Smiley

2009-04-08T22:46:00.005-05:00

I titled this post for Luke. He is always smiling, but not today.
We had to take him back to the pediatrician this morning. He was doing better after seeing doctor on Saturday, but you know how babies are....in a SECOND they can get sick. He was so sweet this morning. He just laid his little head on our shoulder and closed his eyes. You could tell he did not feel well....all the while little Prentiss was "talking" wide-open. I think he is going to be so "nosey". He just laughed and cooed. Did I tell you he and Luke are "in love" with the ceiling fan?!! They will laugh and talk to the fan. It is just hilarious. Back to what I was saying.....Luke now weighs 15 lbs 4oz. We were told he has an ear infection. Prentiss was checked as well. He is congested and MD thought she would treat them both for ear infection. They are on Amoxicillin and neither one like the taste....YUCK! they say.
We also had to get a cool mist humidifier. The Nap Nanny has been a life saver because they both have been able to continue to sleep well. Since they are elevated they can still breath even though they are congested. MD also told us with ear infection babies will cry when you lie them flat because it increases pressure in their ears. Did not know that!
Taking them to the doctor was an all day deal. Loading, unloading, packing, unpacking...whew!! I now understand what I have always heard...babies are made for young people!! HA!!!!
I'll keep you posted on those sweet little fellows. Please continue to pray for them.

A Few Funnies

2009-04-07T00:43:00.007-05:00

Just thought you might enjoy a few "funnies"..... I just had to add Maxine to the mix!! I just love her!!