Flu Season has arrived!

Just when we thought the Holiday season was arriving, most of our family is down with the Flu. For some of us it started with a sore throat, others with various symptoms. Isaac is doing well so far, I hope and pray he doesn't get it. I am afraid he will because it usually happens that way when it goes around the family. It is possible he is the one that started with it when he had the croup. We are trying to stay home until we feel better and stay away from everybody. I think this might convince the rest of us to get Flu shots (Isaac had his about 10 days ago).

Where do you go to see a Free Movie?

Answer:The Free-aeter. This Morning when Isaac woke up he first asked "Did Santa Come Down The Chimney?" I said not "It's not Christmas yet." Then Isaac asked "Can we go see the Bee Movie at the Free-aeter today?" I got a chuckle out of it and I said "No, Is the Free-ater is where you go see free movie's at?" he said yes. So all day I've been telling his joke because he came up with the whole idea.Yesterday Isaac was really stressed he kept waiting all day for Santa to come down the chimney. Isaac knew it was a holiday and there has been so much hype about Christmas everywhere he was sure it had to be Christmas. I kept telling him it was not Christmas and Santa wouldn't come down the chimney but he couldn't accept it. I think he thinks were trying to get away without celebrating Christmas.

Today the smell of turkey once again fills the house. We are having Turkey soup for dinner. We had a wonderful Thanksgiving and always enjoy the leftovers. Today Mike had to work at Wal-Mart starting at quarter-to-five this morning. It was definately the busiest shopping day of the year from what he said. I am glad I was able to miss it, however I wished I could of had the money for the laptop they had on sale for $300.00, it usually sells for $800.00.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Enjoy your Holiday Weekend! We plan to have Thanksgiving dinner with Grandma Reenie at our house. We are going to keep it simple and have Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, gravy, Veggies, and maybe some rolls. For dessert we are having Pumpkin Pie topped with whipped cream. We love Thanksgiving it is one of our favorite Holidays. After dinner we will go visit Grandma Southworth in the Nursing Home and take her some food. Please remember to be thankful for the simple things in life. Our family is so thankful to have each other and good health. There have been a lot of times our family have had close calls where we could of lost one or more of our family members. There are also many people in various situations that do not have a home, such as the recent fire victims in California. Please pray for our troops and their families, they have a lot of issues and challenges. There are also some of our friends who are struggling with health issues, pray for them too, Especially Kaidence who is waiting for a heart transplant. We all have a lot to be grateful for, count your blessings and you'll notice how truly blessed you are. I challenge you all to look for the positive and I canassure you that you will find it.

Happy Veteran's Day!

Please remember our Veterans as well as all the soldiers serving our country. All of us who have served our country in the military, no matter what job we did contributed to our country's freedom. Please pray for our troops and let veterans hear your appreciation. I am proud to be an American and a veteran who contributed to my country's freedom. I am forever grateful to all of those fallen soldiers who gave their life for our country. I am also pleased to have several family members who also served their country.

This is a photo of me about 20 years ago receiving my "Good Conduct Medal" from my commander.

Chef Hat & Apron

Brianna is modeling a Chef Hat and Apron I made for Caylie's Playhouse wish through Make-A-Wish. Caylie wished for a playhouse with a kitchen. Since it sounded like Caylie liked to cook I made this. (without a pattern)