Life Rolling along,

   It's funny how life manages to keep rolling along. So much has changed for us since I posted the last time.

   Jerry and I are both working at a job we love. The best part is we're working together (www.armstronglamb.net). No more long hours of him at the carlot and me really not doing much other than house work and spend time with Chase.

   Chase is in Kindergerten and Loves it. He went on a field trip last Friday to CornDodgers Farm (www.corndodgersfarm.com)
He spent all Friday afternoon telling me about everything he did. Kind of makes me sad that I wasn't able to go on his first field trip with him. However, I know there will be plenty more that I will be able to go along.


   Jerry and I have both become more active at our church, it is such a joy to be there (www.harvestdothan.com). Becoming involved with the Children's Ministry is probably one of the smartest things I have ever done. I have made a lot of great friends going to that church. I wouldn't change it for the world.

   I love knowing that my son is being raised in the church. That is something that means a great deal to both Jerry and I. It also doesn't hurt that Chase adores going to church. That is one of the main things he asks about everyday. "Is today a church day?"

   This past Friday night he got mad at me because he found out I was going to church without him. I went and spend a few hours with some of the ladies from the church. We had a night of "Fire and Worship". Bon Fire, Chili, S'mores, Brownies, Music, God, Jesus, and because we're in South Alabama boiled peanuts. Seems like you can't do anything around here without peanuts involved somehow.

   I also did something I never thought I would be able to say I did. I joined the Choir. Jerry and I both did. We're getting ready to sing next Sunday for the congregation during both services. I'm nervous, but I'm excited. We did sound check last night and one of my friends who heard said we sounded "Awesome". It's definitely nice to hear. We've put sometime into getting it ready.

   I know we are blessed, and I know we will continue to be blessed. Giving our troubles to God has helped more than I would have ever believed. It's nice to not have to worry because I know God will provide. That is an amazing feeling.

Life at home

   We went and signed Jean'-Luc up for baseball tonight. It's nice to see him taking an interest in something. He's excited about playing.
   We're thinking about signing Chase up for Wee Ball next month. It's for kids who are still too little for T-Ball. We'll see what happens. I know Jean'-Luc is probably going to have practice at least 2 nights a week, plus games. Going to make for an interesting schedule around here.
   They'll call sometime in the next few days I guess to let us know what team he'll be on. School pictures are tomorrow.

Random thoughts and other musings.

   I am sitting here writing this while the feeling slowly creeps back into my face. I had a tooth pulled this morning. I was extremely impressed with my dentist. He made sure I was comfortable, and it took him almost no time to get the tooth out. Always a plus in my book. I have had more than one tooth extracted that didn't want to leave my mouth. Those are the worst. Those are also the worst to heal from. I am keeping my fingers crossed that since it didn't really put up a terrible fight, it will heal quickly.

   I think Chase is still trying  to get over his cold. It's 12:00 pm and he's still asleep. I know with him being sick rest and sleep is the best thing for him. I told Jerry I'm just going to let him sleep until he wakes up. He should be in a good mood when that finally happens. I know I'm still trying to recover from my bout with that cold. Most of my symptoms are gone with the exception of this lingering nasty cough. I hate coughing.

   I seriously need to spend more time on my blog. It seems like I do good for a bit, then I let it fall to the wayside. I don't like that. I created this blog to keep track of everything. Seems like more often than not I don't blog, but I do write religiously in my paper journal. Go figure. Definitely something I need to work on.

   Jean'-Luc is showing steady improvement with his school work. Occasionally it's a fight to get him to do his homework, but at least his grades are showing the effort that is being made. His English teacher is amazing. I really like her a lot. His packet (grammar, spelling, and reading worksheets for the week) accidentally got thrown away, by him, before his teacher saw it. Instead of sending him to the office for an incomplete assignment like she could have, she sent it home with him to be redone. I appreciate that more than she will ever know, I know she didn't have to give him the second chance. Luckily she told me on the phone when we talked last week that since she realizes Jerry and I are caring, involved parents she will help us get him on track anyway she can. So far she has kept her word.

   I am married  to such an amazing man. Even after 8 years together the little things he does for me continues to surprise me. I know that's a good thing. I am reminded on a daily basis what a lucky lady I am. I thank the dear Lord everyday that he made that awesome man all mine. I look forward to us spending many, many, many more years together. I can't wait to see what happens. The ride so far has been amazing, and it just keeps getting better. Even though I didn't think it was possible I love him more with every passing day. He completes me in ways I never could have imagined.

   Wow this post is longer than I would have believed. I guess that's why I don't blog on pain meds. LOL. More later from this Funny Farm that is our life.