Long time, no internet! I just wanted to put a quick blog for those of you who have asked...I am still planning on doing the blog and we are all still alive and kicking. We are out at our new house now (our first night there was August 20th), but it sits far enough off the road that we can't seem to find any internet providers that are will to run cables (or whatever else they need) all the way up there. I guess that's what we get for moving out to the country. I should have known, seeing as my dad as spent at least a full year (cumulative) working to get a good internet signal at his house : ) We are now on a waiting list for an internet signal via satellite. So we should have internet by the end of the month and I'll be able to get some pictures up here.
We are doing well! The boys really like the 'new house' and the basement is a God send! The boys play so well down there (and rarely do I hear any bickering). Thank you for your continued prayers! We are so appreciative that so many continue to pray for Carson's full healing! It is not a quick fix but I am confident that one day we will see sweet little Carson with no G-tube and no trach!!!
Much Love!
Monday, October 6, 2014
Wednesday, July 30, 2014
Where has the time gone?
We have been LOVING these unseasonably cool July weather! We have been able to be outside alot withOUT sweat rolling down our backs! We are preparing to take another trip to Rogersville but have been busy with house stuff...you know you are building a house when your two and a half year olds know the stores "Home Depot", "Lowes", and "Menards." : ) And not only know the names but also know what type/color of cart each one has. Home Depot's is orange, Menard's is yellow, and Lowe's is blue. Haha! The good part is that it means our house is getting closer to being done...we are hoping to be in it by the end of August.
The boys were in their 3rd annual 4th of July parade! We had so much fun! Their favorite fireworks were the snappers, sparklers, and a little tank firework which Daddy and Papa tried out in the pool : ) Only men would think of that!
Since the parade, Carson has mastered his tricycle (he can ride the bigger bike but prefers the trike) and Kellen flies on his bike (with training wheels). We continue to make our rounds at the parks, playgrounds, and the new house. Playing in dirt, water, and whatever else we can find! The boys are more and more fun and I LOVE listening to them talk to each other "Darken [Carson] come here", "Love you Kellen", etc. Recently, Kellen came out of the bathroom after going pee and Carson said "Good job Kellen," which Kellen responded with "High five..." with his hand up waiting for Carson to give him a high five : ) Kellen also is a good cheerleader for Carson, whether it is Carson riding his bigger bike or when Carson does successfully go pee in the potty. What fun! But don't get me wrong, we also have the "Stop throwing rocks at Carson" and "Carson, just leave Kellen alone...go play in the other room". So much like normal little boys: )
Like I've said, 'normal' is a word I LOVE to hear...but as much as I love to think I have two 'normal' boys, there are a lot of things that we have to think twice about due to Carson's trach or pack lots of extra stuff or things Carson simply can't do or the fact that it is still common for me to have to clean up puke because Carson gagged on something or something just didn't set right (like at the restaurant this last week). Ugh! But THIS is our normal and I try really hard to focus on the positives because there really are SO many things to be thankful for AND things are getting easier AND I don't have to clean up puke near as much as I used to : ) : ) : ) PERSPECTIVE is huge! We may have to take a 'puke cup' with us, just in case, but at least it is a 'puke cup' and not a 'puke BOWL' and this time last year, it was a good day if Carson took a few TASTES of baby food. Now, he is having bites of hot dogs, bananas, apples, mac & cheese, turkey, etc. AND he loves anything chocolate! It may not be a full meal BUT it is real food!! He is eating and he CAN eat. He is only getting 12 ounces of formula through his Gtube as compared to 30 ounces 8 months ago! So, thank you to all of you who have continued to take interest in our lives and continued to lift Carson up in your prayers! MIRACLES do happen!
Here a few more pictures over the past month!
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| They really have been good shoppers! |
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| We chose tricycles this year : ) The boys needed a little help but stayed on their bikes the whole way. |
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| Our crew was a little down in numbers due to the arrival of Ms. Ellie : ) We are anxious for her to make her parade debut next year! |
Since the parade, Carson has mastered his tricycle (he can ride the bigger bike but prefers the trike) and Kellen flies on his bike (with training wheels). We continue to make our rounds at the parks, playgrounds, and the new house. Playing in dirt, water, and whatever else we can find! The boys are more and more fun and I LOVE listening to them talk to each other "Darken [Carson] come here", "Love you Kellen", etc. Recently, Kellen came out of the bathroom after going pee and Carson said "Good job Kellen," which Kellen responded with "High five..." with his hand up waiting for Carson to give him a high five : ) Kellen also is a good cheerleader for Carson, whether it is Carson riding his bigger bike or when Carson does successfully go pee in the potty. What fun! But don't get me wrong, we also have the "Stop throwing rocks at Carson" and "Carson, just leave Kellen alone...go play in the other room". So much like normal little boys: )
Like I've said, 'normal' is a word I LOVE to hear...but as much as I love to think I have two 'normal' boys, there are a lot of things that we have to think twice about due to Carson's trach or pack lots of extra stuff or things Carson simply can't do or the fact that it is still common for me to have to clean up puke because Carson gagged on something or something just didn't set right (like at the restaurant this last week). Ugh! But THIS is our normal and I try really hard to focus on the positives because there really are SO many things to be thankful for AND things are getting easier AND I don't have to clean up puke near as much as I used to : ) : ) : ) PERSPECTIVE is huge! We may have to take a 'puke cup' with us, just in case, but at least it is a 'puke cup' and not a 'puke BOWL' and this time last year, it was a good day if Carson took a few TASTES of baby food. Now, he is having bites of hot dogs, bananas, apples, mac & cheese, turkey, etc. AND he loves anything chocolate! It may not be a full meal BUT it is real food!! He is eating and he CAN eat. He is only getting 12 ounces of formula through his Gtube as compared to 30 ounces 8 months ago! So, thank you to all of you who have continued to take interest in our lives and continued to lift Carson up in your prayers! MIRACLES do happen!
Here a few more pictures over the past month!
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| Our trip to see Ellie when she was about 2.5 weeks old! The boys were SO excited! |
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| Carson's turn...they both 'practiced' at home with their baby before going to Arkansas : ) |
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| Completely taken with their new little cousin! (Aren't we all...look at Nana : ) |
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| The boys loved that Ellie would hold their finger in her hand! |
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| How cute is this! A trip to Walmart with Mimi and Mer-mer! |
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| Snack time on the deck! |
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| Carson's 'stage'...looks alot like a horse bit but he likes to use the guitar stand as his mic! |
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| Picnic lunch on Mimi and Papa's new patio furniture : ) |
Thursday, July 3, 2014
Bundles of JOY!
Well, our life continues to be full!! Most recently, we were able to be present for the birth of Carson and Kellen's cousin, Ms. Ellie Marie Guillory. She is a perfect miracle...the journey Sarah and Emmett got to go on to get her here was NOT perfect but in the end, I think they would say, was well worth it! I could not be prouder and am in awe of Sarah and the strength and perseverance she showed! We are already in love and wishing we lived closer!
The boys and I have had lots of fun so far...our summer has been filled with lots of trips to the park, playing with Margo and Meredith, and we also made our first trip to the Petelo (Rogersville) by ourselves. It is about 3 hours one way and God surely had his hand on our trip...it could not have gone smoother. The boys slept at least 2 of the 3 hours and then watched a movie on our portable DVD player the rest of the way. We got lots of fun pictures and I think it is safe to say, Carson and Kellen LOVE puddles! The boys went to the Springfield zoo, Chuck E Cheese (for the first time), Brett and Anna's wedding (they still LOVE to be on the dance floor - the WHOLE time) and lots of fun at the Rogersville park and Nana & Poppy's.
Beware...Lots of pictures!!
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| After 18 hours of labor...what a champ! (No one would have guessed the next 24 hours) |
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| Labor coaches! |
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| Finally...I got the boys to sleep in the stroller (the big boys didn't have any problems : ) |
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| Waiting patiently (OK, maybe not patiently) |
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| And she is here!!! |
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| Perfection in a bundle! |
The boys and I have had lots of fun so far...our summer has been filled with lots of trips to the park, playing with Margo and Meredith, and we also made our first trip to the Petelo (Rogersville) by ourselves. It is about 3 hours one way and God surely had his hand on our trip...it could not have gone smoother. The boys slept at least 2 of the 3 hours and then watched a movie on our portable DVD player the rest of the way. We got lots of fun pictures and I think it is safe to say, Carson and Kellen LOVE puddles! The boys went to the Springfield zoo, Chuck E Cheese (for the first time), Brett and Anna's wedding (they still LOVE to be on the dance floor - the WHOLE time) and lots of fun at the Rogersville park and Nana & Poppy's.
Beware...Lots of pictures!!
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| Just like Papa...he LOVES music and guitars! |
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| The new style...socks with sandals |
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| We had no idea we would be meeting Ellie so soon! |
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| The ZOO... our trip was more like run through the zoo (thanks to the boys) |
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| It looks like the adults are hogging the viewing area of the sea otters |
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| Our zoo crew! |
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| Watching the elephant get a bath! |
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| The boys LOVED that Drew got to come and this tiger was one of their favorites! |
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| At Brett & Anna's wedding...it was beautiful! |
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| I LOVE THIS! The Bunch/Clark/Guillory crew! |
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| Just after the garter toss...the little boys look upset (but I can't say the same for the big boys ; ) |
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| CHUCK E CHEESE! It was a hit! |
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| A little help on the basketball game |
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| "Jump Ball" |
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| Starting early on our air hockey games! |
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| Our Skee ball match!! I will blame my score on my two helpers : ) |
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| Making pancakes with Nana |
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| An early morning 'ride' on Poppy's motorcycle |
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| Playing in the puddles |
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| ...and jumping |
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| ...and running |
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| And no better way to end our trip...ICE CREAM! |
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| DELICIOUS! |
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