Giving it to God

It's 2:35 am on Sunday August 16th. Can't sleep. In a little over 24 hours we will be leaving for Dallas for my surgery on Tuesday. Tarlov Cysts is something I never knew about and now I wish I still don't know about. This disease has taken too much of my life away from me. I pray the surgery will eventually restore the life I once knew. I'm tired of being in pain. Tired of being in the bed. Tired of spending what little bit of energy I have worrying about this disease. 

I'm anxious for many reasons. Anxious of the surgery itself. Will it work? Will I wake up? Will it make my life worse?  Will the recovery be worse than the disease? Will the boys be ok while I'm gone? Did we take care of everything? 

So many questions. My mind is rambling. I guess I'll know these answers soon enough. 

Dear God, please hear my prayers. I ask you to watch over me and heal me as only you can. I ask that you give the doctors and nurses the wisdom to make my surgery a success. Please take care of my boys, let them not worry. Be with Brian, too, dear Lord. He's a good husband. Take the weight from his shoulders and give him peace. Watch over us as we travel to Dallas. I ask you give me the calm I need to endure this surgery and its recovery. I ask these things in your name, not because I'm worthy, but because I know you love me. 

Amen. 

Photo Phun

Photo Phun, cheezey, I know. Photo fun at Brian's 50th birthday celebration. These pictures are so silly they deserved a post of their own!  It's fun to be silly and the pictures are hilarious! Those who didn't participate missed out! Here's a few pics!

Brian is 5 oh!

7/5/15, Brian turned 50. OH, MY!  Every year, On the eve of his birth, all of America is celebrating and fireworks light up the sky! Many friends came by to celebrate with him and he will remember this birthday for many years! Two of his high school friends came as well and he was so happy to see them! The day was perfect and he had a great time!  Thanks everyone who helped make his day special!

Brian and Jody Augustine

Brian and Patrick Price

Happy 50th Honey! 

What is a Dad?

A Dad is someone who wants to

Catch you before you fall,

But instead, picks you up,

Brushes you off and

Lets you try again. 

A Dad is someone who wants 

To keep you from making mistakes, 

But instead, lets you find your own 

Way, even though his heart breaks 

In silence when you get hurt. 

A Dad is someone who holds you

When you cry, scolds you when you

Break the rules, shines with pride 

When you succeed, and has faith

In you even when you fail. 

Dad and his boys. Can I just say how lucky our kids are to have such a great Dad? He's stern when he needs to be, yet gentle when compassion is required. He's an awesome teacher, role model, and provider.  There's nothing he wouldn't do for his boys! He's coached way too many little league teams to count, never missed a game or practice, and always encouraged the boys in whatever they chose to do. Role model, this is a big one! Our boys are going to make great husbands one day because their Dad taught them how to respect and love!  I have to give thumbs up to Pop in Heaven for teaching Brian how to be the best Father and husband!

So today as we celebrate Father's Day, I thank God for blessing me and our boys with Brian! 

An Actor's Nightmare

End of school, student directed, play. Jake had the lead. As always, he knows how to shine! Three plays this year. We are so proud of him! 

We can't wait to see what next year brings! Sniff, sniff, he's going to be a junior. Time goes by too fast!

Academic Honor, Jake Style!

Our Jake is Mr. Smarty Pants, and I mean that in an endearing way! He is so smart, driven, and just naturally "has it"!  Just like his Dad. A few weeks ago he was recognized at school for the Superintendent's Academic Scholar Award.  We were so proud of our boy!

Then, he was invited to join the National Honor Society, along with 119 other kids from his school.  He is so humble that he doesn't really think these merits are a big deal. Well, they ARE a big deal! We couldn't be more proud of his accomplishments. We are so excited to see where is future takes him!

Stay sweet We have no doubt you will go on to do great things!  We are your biggest fans! We love you!

A Day Just for Moms

Mother's Day. A day just for moms. A day we celebrate the women in our life who love us, take care of us, and help us in every aspect of our life. A love that only a mom can know. 

I have two very precious sons who make this day a special day. I'm the luckiest mom in the world to have two boys who call me Mom, and a husband who has taught his boys how to treat their mom! My sons really are the best and most precious things in my life. They are every breath I take. 

This day is also hard for me. My mom has been gone for 13 years and I miss her so much. I hope she knows what a great mom she was and that I have always aspired to be just like her. I also miss my grandmother. She was so sweet and always had a kind word of encouragement. Two Godly women who helped shape my heart, spirit and soul. 

This year we celebrated on Saturday and rested on Sunday. A very relaxing weekend!

Ross, cousin by blood, but my third son by heart. 

The crawfish and shrimp were yummy!

Pictured, L, Kim, Jake, R, Rayna, Shelby, Tyler

I hope every Mom felt loved on the day set aside just to honor her. I did and am so blessed to have wonderful children!