Month: June 2019

This girl of mine…wow. I love watching her grow. She is determined, first of all, to improve her handwriting. She was holding the pencil with a fist-like grip.

A week ago: (the prayer is lovely but a bit sloppy).

Just yesterday, she held the pencil correctly and wrote with precision.

Then, her swim stroke. Another determined Tot! She wants to swim laps, and will move on from Jellyfish sooner than later. Everyday, in the pool, she practices her side-breathing. I’m so proud of her focus! She watched me swim the other day, and BOOM. That afternoon, she was doing it too. A natural! She’ll be in Octopus soon.

When I say BRAVE, I mean, her attitude is so positive!!! She had to get an appliance put in her mouth to help her break a bad habit. SHE WANTED IT!!!

She got fitted last week.

Cooper joined her to give her some support.

When she was done, she smiled and showed us.

See mommy?

Now, all day, I just felt so bad for her, but she didn’t complain once! Eating is so very hard for her, and it will be for 3 months. YET…she said, “I’m going to make it work, mommy. I don’t want to suck my fingers anymore.”

Again, she is determined!!! WOW. I love her heart, and I love her strength.

She inspires me.

I felt it…they were at my door waiting for me.

Good morning kids!

We headed to the vet, Dr. Leibovitz, for his firs round of shots.

We waited.

And waited.

And got in!

He needs 4 rounds 3 weeks apart. THEN and only then can he go in public with other doggies.

He got on the scale with no wiggles. Good boy, Coop!

4 lbs. He’s gained 1/2 a pound!

Hello Doctor! How does he look?

He got his shot and didn’t even feel a thing. Brave little guy. I’m so proud of him.

See you in 3 weeks.

It’s been 12 days of our gratitude journal.

We get to practice her handwriting while being grateful and reading our Bible.

And today, we finished Level 1 of BrainQuest. I’m having so much fun with you Lovebug.

The other day, I had a big meeting on ZOOM. It’s a conference call with video. She was very quiet, but after that, she wanted my attention. I had to really focus on my work.

She played at my feet and really did not allow me to concentrate. I shared that I was upset with her and this is what I got.

She’s under the table in the picture, and there I am trying to work. Oh how cute.

Later, we worked it out and she did some art. WOW.

Emojis all over the place. Then, it was time to GLITTER GLUE!

So proud of you, girl. Sometimes, I just cannot focus on you, but you make the best of it.

I love you so much!

Cooper is so happy in Tatum’s lap. Today, we launched the leash. He thought it was a new chew toy.

Let’s see if I can get him to sit and come. One day at a time Coopie-boy.

We got to go to dinner the other night.

First, Cooper wanted to be in a picture since I was wearing white. He felt he needed to be in my arms. Haha.

Tatum of course needed to be in it too.

My mom and I went to Fleming’s and had the best time. I savor every minute with her. She is so special to me, and I want her always to know this.

When I got home, Tot and Cooper greeted me. My honey too.

I’m so grateful for you, Mama. Tot, Cooper, Doug…all of you.

Mama, thank you for such a lovely time. We always connect when we go out. Steak, shrimp, wedge salad and wine always help!

My honey and I were both doing some fixin’ this weekend. Tatum wanted her little slip -ons to have elastic and velcro. We hit Hobby Lobby, bought the supplies…

And voila!

Cooper likes them too.

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While we did this, my honey transformed the lighting in the living room.

And there is much rejoicing!

Thank you love!

Tatum has happy feet and we have a bright house! Hooray!