It's Happening

So today is the day I have been waiting for all week and it arrived and was awesome!

We are building a house! It has been back and forth for a while on where we were going and what we were going to do and now it is happening. This is going to be great for us and for my mom. Brandon and I found a house a fell in love, we had no idea what mom would think and she loved it too. Today we picked out a lot and signed the papers! It is official and we could not be happier!

After school, which was at 1:00 because of the weather, we took the boys to see the house that is like the one that we are going to build. They loved it and then we told them we were going to build one just like it with mom and I have to say I do not know if I have ever seen them more excited. We showed them the lot and they cannot wait. I am so ready to see progress starting. Stay tuned to here for more as it happens!

My dad wanted us and mom to move in together after he died. We told him okay but it never happened. Neither house was what we all needed and we could not find another one that would work. We even looked at land to build but there was nothing that was what we needed. After the tornado in January we were not sure what was going to happen and then this house, which is perfect in a neighborhood that is perfect just sort of appeared. I am so excited and I do not think that I can say it enough. I also think that my daddy is happy which makes happy.

We came home and hunkered down for the storms. While it was rough we were all safe and with all of the crazy weather that happened throughout the country we were thankful to say the least.

Basketball

This morning we went to the 11 o'clock Mass. John Michael was so excited that we let him wear his basketball uniform to Mass. We had a game at 1:00 and had to be there at 12:30 so the timing was perfect and it made his Sunday morning. I love starting the mornings off at Mass with my amazing family. We get closer to Jesus and we do it together which is great.

John Michael's game was at 1:00. The boys were definitely more awake than they were Saturday. Of course so were all of us. Today we were playing St. Rose Academy. They won. The score was 4-2. I have never seen a group of boys more excited to win any sport. These guys have been the underdog and the win meant so much to them. They all played so good. They are getting to be pretty aggressive and are getting some of the technical things down too.

I had a photo shoot today at 2:30 at Aldridge gardens. I tried to get in touch with the lady all week because I knew it would be just generally nasty. Well, she never called or e-mailed me back so we rushed from Irondale to Hoover and she never showed up. Meaning I not only did not make anything, I lost money in gas today. That is the hard part about owning my own company. It is very disappointing when the people do not show up at all. We waited around but nothing so we headed home.

I have been working on homework and editing most of the evening. I have a lot to get done and this week I will make serious progress.

Well, I am headed to bed. Hoping to get a nap in before the weather gets bad. Everyone please be careful tonight. This weather makes me nervous. Praying for everyone to be safe tonight and in the morning as these storms pas through.

Crafty Day

Today we needed to be productive, but somehow counter productive seems to explain the way that things went a little better. We had a few things we needed to go do, but the weather was pretty nasty and cut our plans short. It will all get done though, for some reason the more I say that the less I believe it.
I had a bunch of Christmas crafts put up for the boys and since we were rain bound, we made crafts. We painted, made sequined ornaments, and more. It was a lot of fun, but there is now a lot to finish so that we can get the mess cleaned up.
Our elves had a bit of an issue with the tape last night, definitely had a few fits of laughter this morning :0) I really will miss Jake, Owen, and Aubie!

So if someone called to tell you they wanted to talk to you after Christmas, but were waiting till then because they did not want to ruin your Christmas what would you think? Seriously if you did not want to ruin my Christmas then why bring it up. Some things are so irritating to me. I am NOT going to let it ruin my Christmas though. I have enough on my plate right now. Sorry needed to get that out.
Well, I have been working on getting organized for 2012 and I am headed in the right direction, but I do have to get back on track for Christmas then I can shift focus. 2 weeks is never enough time to get it all done. Photo session are heavy duty again starting next week, so I have to get there. I just need to have more confidence in everything. I will get there, with an open mind and an open heart.
I have said many times how much I love what I do. I know that my career in photography is where I am supposed to be, I will be even more elated when it actually starts to pay some bills :0) That will come, I have confidence, and am dedicated to becoming better and doing more.
Well, it is almost 1 and I have to get some sleep. We have assured the boys that they are getting up no later than 7, they are staying up way to late!!!
Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. As this Advent season draws to a close and we get ready for Christmas I have to hope that you all have a very Merry Christmas!

Good Bye Forest....Hello Yard

So today we knew without a doubt that Brandon would have some yard work to do. Between the rain and the ballpark it has gone unattended. It was the yard that people had to think as they drove by, Do they still live there? Well, now they know that we do!

The plan was for me to take the boys to the baseball fields for a player's clinic but neither were feeling great so I opted to let them stay home. Hopefully everyone understands why we made the call. I think that they were seriously exhausted, because they were both in bed early.

I did want to spend some time outside so we played out back a little, and then after a trip to Home Depot where the Mulch was 1.12 a bag, we got the boys some seeds and the little starter greenhouses and we came home to plant. Brandon even got me 2 of the larger azalea bushes. I think that azaleas are so pretty but I am very glad that we have the larger ones, those are my favorite! Now to get some roses!

The wasps were trying to form an army today, but I was also armed with my new favorite spray to kill them. I have to say I found it satisfying to watch them die. Mess with my family or our space and watch out. The boys, especially Danny thought that it was great to study one of them who landed on the back of one of our deck benches...never to land anywhere else again! Sorry I am so not a fan of insect...and YES insects were harmed!

So I have been adding up what I need to get through these last 2 months of school. Why is it that the end of the year is so much more than the beginning? I am determined not to let finances get me down, but they are definitely trying. I have a lot to get ready this week because there is a lot going on.

Danny is supposed to have a game tomorrow night, but I guess that will be decided by Mother Nature. With the weather as questionable as it is who knows. I just hope that we are home when it starts. All of us, I do not like it when we have to be on the roads and the weather is bad. I am definitely praying that the weather holds off till we get home.

John Michael found a leaf that looked like Batman...he had to add eye holes, but it is really crazy the similarities. I wonder if I could have sold it on e-Bay like those who find Mary in toast? Hmmm...The thing is I was lucky to get a picture. Batman the leaf had a run in with metal man...who by the way is rubber. John Michael is definitely a trip! You have to stay alert or you will fall behind.

Well, everyone is in bed. I am still working on homework and pictures, but I do not think I can go anymore. I am off to bed myself. I will be of no use if I get sick. Well, as we all know mom's never get sick. Anyway, before I go to bed I will say a prayer for all of my family and friends. I am also asking for a prayer for my mom, she is not wanting specifics out there but know that she needs some prayers. Thanks everyone. Until tomorrow, which is picture day for John Michael!

Baby Bottle Boomerang

Good evening everyone! Well, I am writing this and am truly dead on my feet! I will be glad when I can get in bed and get a full 8 hours sleep. Heck I would be happy with 5 or 6. Oh well, it will happen one of these days.

So this morning we were running late. By some miracle, possibly a heavy foot on the right while driving we made it on time. In fact I did things this morning I would usually not approve of, but seriously people during rush hour DRIVE or stay home for a little while longer.

John Michael's class practiced for the big wedding coming up. I am really excited! I hope that the rest of these parents come through with the money so that I can get to the grocery store. I will send another letter home Monday if I am still missing some. I will probably just send it to those who have not paid, this way everyone else is not bothered with it, then again it might go to everyone since sometimes the kids realize one person has something that the others do not. We shall see what the teachers think would be best.

Danny had a great day too. They are getting busy and I still have to get these interviews typed up for his teacher...seriously I am not getting the mom of the year award this go round. Danny had a lot of homework and it was horrible trying to get it done. I would have rather gone swimming with a cat or even spent the afternoon with a chalkboard and nails. GRRR...we managed though.

He did bring home the baby bottle for BABY BOTTLE BOOMERANG. This is a fundraiser for Her Choice that the 8th grade is doing for their confirmation. I will be accepting change if anyone wants to help fill it up!

I am working on editing the pictures from Around The World In 80 Days, and I have to tell you I am cracking up while going through them. This was such a great night for Brandon and I both! Watch the other blog for updates and more information!

Well, I am off too bed. I hope that everyone has an amazing night and stays safe through this weather heading our way. Before I go to bed I ask that you all pray for one of my high school coaches son who was in a bad accident over the weekend. Thank you all! Prayer will bond us while here!