They were being so sweet! 
Eva was hangin with the monkeys
P is just like his mama...Gotta have the Humm Dingers!
Uncle Steve built P a fort. He LOVED it!Wednesday, June 17, 2009
SO much fun!
Since Steve and I are spending more time at home now that we have our house, that means Patrick and Eva are coming over more to play with or help us. Here are a few pictures of our good times. (Can you tell I just downloaded pictures tonight?)
They were being so sweet!
Eva was hangin with the monkeys
P is just like his mama...Gotta have the Humm Dingers!
Uncle Steve built P a fort. He LOVED it!
They were being so sweet! Eva was hangin with the monkeys P is just like his mama...Gotta have the Humm Dingers! Uncle Steve built P a fort. He LOVED it!
Look at me go!
As I just promised in the previous post, here are some pics of us moving in. I got busy moving and unpacking and didn't take very many, but here ya go!
This stairwell proved to be difficult
Getting our bedroom set upstairs was "interesting"
Dad definitely didn't want me taking his picture
YAY! Look at my guys go!
Even Patrick got in on the action!
This stairwell proved to be difficult
Getting our bedroom set upstairs was "interesting"
Dad definitely didn't want me taking his picture
YAY! Look at my guys go!
Even Patrick got in on the action!Tuesday, June 16, 2009
The "before" pictures
A few of you asked for pictures of the house we bought in May. Since it is the reason I haven't posted in a while, I figured I would get on that.
We didn't really have to do anything to move in, but there are still a few small projects on the list for inside and a couple of larger projects slated for the outside of the house. We do have one big project in the back room we want to accomplish, but that won't happen for another year or so.
We should be getting the last chair this week and that will complete the furniture buying for this phase.
Here are the "before the move" pictures of the house. I will post the "during the move" pictures soon and then I will take and post some "after the move pics in the next few days, or let's be realistic, weeks.
1821 Evergreen Ave; Alton, IL 62002
The living room is to the right just inside the door
The dining room is directly across from...
A second view of the guest room.
We didn't really have to do anything to move in, but there are still a few small projects on the list for inside and a couple of larger projects slated for the outside of the house. We do have one big project in the back room we want to accomplish, but that won't happen for another year or so.
We should be getting the last chair this week and that will complete the furniture buying for this phase.
Here are the "before the move" pictures of the house. I will post the "during the move" pictures soon and then I will take and post some "after the move pics in the next few days, or let's be realistic, weeks.
1821 Evergreen Ave; Alton, IL 62002
The view as you walk in
The living room is to the right just inside the door
More of the living room
The dining room is directly across from...
The kitchen!
The family room is an addition at the back of the house
It is "L" shaped and GIANT!
The upstairs bathroom
It is "L" shaped and GIANT!
The upstairs bathroom
Our bedroom
The guest room
A second view of the guest room.
Monday, May 25, 2009
The meaning of life
So things have been crazy with the move (I promise I'll have pictures soon), the Policeman's Ball (we raised around $10,000 WOOT!), and work.
Today when I took a moment for continuing education I found something. You see, for the last bit I had claimed my brother's favorite quote, "True victory is victory over one's self" as my own. That quote will always be up there on my list of faves, but today I found one that moved me even more than that. My new favorite quote from Confucius is truly a description of my philosophy on life, " To know what is right and not do it is the worst cowardice."
How great is that?! Short and sweet, but to the point. I love it. Just had to share. Love you all and I will post something you all really care about soon.
Today when I took a moment for continuing education I found something. You see, for the last bit I had claimed my brother's favorite quote, "True victory is victory over one's self" as my own. That quote will always be up there on my list of faves, but today I found one that moved me even more than that. My new favorite quote from Confucius is truly a description of my philosophy on life, " To know what is right and not do it is the worst cowardice."
How great is that?! Short and sweet, but to the point. I love it. Just had to share. Love you all and I will post something you all really care about soon.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Why all the craziness?
We close on our house one week from today. My current house is complete chaos at the moment. I started packing yesterday... "I can do it in a week," I said, "NO PROBLEM!!!" My dad told me I was crazy.
Well, my parents get wiser as I get older - I SWORE I had less stuff than I actually do. But, I will get it done! We WILL be ready for the move. I just might not sleep in the process.
Oh, I'm also in charge of planning the Policeman's Ball this year. Kate had been extremely helpful in ensuring everything gets done for this, but I am about to pull at my hair. Note to self, "Next time you buy a house, don't close a week before an event you're planning." Got it. Where was my advice when I started this mess.
Okay, back to the mess that is my house now. It seems to look so much worse before it looks packed. Ugh! Anybody know a master packer who would want to donate their services to my cause? No? I didn't think so.
Well, my parents get wiser as I get older - I SWORE I had less stuff than I actually do. But, I will get it done! We WILL be ready for the move. I just might not sleep in the process.
Oh, I'm also in charge of planning the Policeman's Ball this year. Kate had been extremely helpful in ensuring everything gets done for this, but I am about to pull at my hair. Note to self, "Next time you buy a house, don't close a week before an event you're planning." Got it. Where was my advice when I started this mess.
Okay, back to the mess that is my house now. It seems to look so much worse before it looks packed. Ugh! Anybody know a master packer who would want to donate their services to my cause? No? I didn't think so.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Here's to Homeownership
Steve and I put an offer on a house today, AND IT WAS ACCEPTED! We now begin the inspection process and as long as everything goes smoothly, we will close on May 4 or 5. SO EXCITED!!!
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Update on Mom
Mom got to go home from the hospital today after the tests returned fairly normal. At this point they are going to avoid interventional treatment and just try some lifestyle changes.
Steve's aunt is still fighting to get better. She is only in her late 40s, so she still has a lot left in her. Please keep her tucked in your prayers and we will let you know if anything changes.
Steve's aunt is still fighting to get better. She is only in her late 40s, so she still has a lot left in her. Please keep her tucked in your prayers and we will let you know if anything changes.
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