Wow, I did not write one single blog entry the entire month of November. Unheard of. I am such a slacker mom! Well, not really a slacker mom. . . just extremely busy. At least I'm updating the blog. . . NOW.
Ok. . . here goes. . . first up. . . ZACH'S FIRST FIELD TRIP:
His class went to the Tallahassee Junior Museum (technically not called that anymore but I can never remember its new name) recently and he had a blast. Unfortunately it was scheduled on the very same day that Chase Parker had his very first Thanksgiving Feast at his preschool. Paul and I were torn but we felt like we had to attend Chase's first feast. I enlisted the help of my brother to be a chaperone on the field trip in my place. Zachary was so happy that Uncle David was going!
He got to ride a school bus for the very first time. . . he was buzzing like a bee when he got home. He loved telling us all about it. They had a great time. And, I think my brother actually got brownie points with Mrs. Bist too.
Now, before you look further. . . let me explain. . . Paul and I had fun "decorating" Zach's lunch bag. I thought it would be fun to do and Paul thought it would be fun to rag David a little bit. (Paul is the wonderful artist of the old man) My brother didn't find it so humorous. I was not surprised to get a heavily sarcastic text from him that said, "Love the lunch bag. Please continue this on through high school!"
Ok. . .now to other news. . . oh. . . my car!
Well, after seven years of being one of the least recognized vehicles on the Tally roads, I am now plain ol average. Paul and I decided to sell the Rover and do what I swore I would NEVER EVER EVER EVER do. . . get a MINI VAN! I still can't believe it. However, after Zach broke his arm and I had to fight to maneuver to get him in and out of the high Rover, I couldn't take it anymore. I've LOVED my Rover and it was still completely immaculate even after two kids and seven years. It was paid for with LOW mileage. I still can't believe I now drive a mini van. But, I LOVE IT! Love the room, love the kids having their own space, love the much better gas mileage! LOVE THE CREATURE COMFORTS!
And no, PLEASE don't think I am favoring Zach over Chase because my license plate says ZAC MOM. It is "Z"ach "A"nd "C"hase MOM!
Ok. . . what else do we have to catch up on? Zach's Broken Arm!
He's doing SO much better. He had to wear his cast for only THREE WEEKS! The doctor was amazed at how quickly he healed. He did have to have a second surgery (general anesthesia again, not good for a mommy's heart) to have the three pins removed. He did GREAT! After the surgery he wore a splint for a couple of days but then was free to have everything off as long as we handled it with care. His friends at school were so concerned about him - they carried his backpack for him, helped him cut out school projects, etc. Everyone has showered him with love!
He is using it more and more but still has nerve damage. The doc says it will take a couple of months for all of that to really heal. He still can't hold anything in his hand but his feeling and full range should come back completely according to his surgeon. . . just will take more time. Thank you for all of your prayers!!
We enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving Feast with Chase Parker like I mentioned earlier. . . his preschool always does SUCH a great job with things like this. We always enjoyed Zachary's little plays, etc. and now are so excited to see Chase Parker. He's growing up so fast. He loved having Thanksgiving lunch with his mommy and daddy!
And, our real Thanksgiving holiday was awesome too. We had dinner at Mom and Dad Birdwell's house and then visited my family afterwards. It was a blessed day for sure. My brother and his family were able to come down for a visit too. I love having my brother home! I don't get to see him nearly enough. The boys love Uncle Steve and family so much too. He even gave them a bath and got them ready for bed one night while he was visiting. . . awesome UNCLE!!
My photography business has been booming! I am loving every second of it. After having such busy weeks though I am taking a much needed break to enjoy the Christmas holiday with my family. I have had so much fun so far though. It's hard to believe I have only been in business since the end of August. It feels like much longer. Hopefully 2013 will bring great things. . . I am so excited!
I will leave you with a few random recent pictures. . . happy holidays everyone! Look for our family Christmas card arriving in your mailbox soon.
And, sweet Bella Kate. . . still spoiled rotten. In fact, I was talking with a friend recently and I will quote her: "that dog fell into a sugar bowl. . . she got lucky!"
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