My Man of Value

I just have to take a minute to say how proud I am of my husband. On Friday, Dave was let go from his job. We were, and still are, in total shock. We have cried alot of tears in the last few days and spent alot of time wondering, "what are we going to do?" Though we still aren't sure exactly what we're going to do, I do know that something good is going to come of this and Dave will find a job he deserves. Since Dave shared the news with some of his former customers, he has received many calls from people interested in talking with him and possibly hiring him. The calls have come as a result of his old customers making calls to people they know on his behalf and sharing what a good guy Dave is with them. I don't know a greater compliment. I'm so proud of my hubby!

In case I haven't mentioned it lately....

I love my girls, aren't they the cutest?? (even when they're not looking at the camera!This is the message Madi left me in my shower with her bath paints, how sweet is she?

This is what I did on my day off today, not bad if I do say so myself! Made one crockpot full of chicken soup & one of beef stew; enough for at least two dinners for us and 6 lunches for Dave! Also made mini pumpkin chocolate chip muffins for the girls, they are sooo good & sooo easy-one box of yellow cake mix and one can of pumpkin, THAT'S IT!! I added mini chocolate chips and baked the mini muffins for about 15 minutes. Super yummy!

Pumpkins Painting Pumpkins

My little artist Madi painted her pumpkin complete with a picture of Ga, her cat and Willie-not a good picture but I didn't want to expose the poor thing too much. We opted to save their shirts by taking them off before we started; as you will see from the next picture this proved to be a good decision. Case in point, Grace. More paint on her body than on the pumpkin and apparently she likes green.

What's not to love?

A Girl & Her Dog

Willie cuddling with Madisyn who is feeling sick today.

The Age of Technology

We were down in the basement today and Madisyn saw our old computer monitor. She asked Dave, "is this your old t.v.?" Yes, it is a little on the huge side, but t.v. size?

Love Lives On

Those we love remain with us

for love itself lives on,

And cherished memories never fade

because a loved one's gone...

Those we love can never be

more than a thought apart,

For as long as there is memory,

they'll live on in the heart.

We can't believe it's been a year since you left us. We love you and miss you more than anyone could ever imagine. Our hearts are still broken and tears still come often but we know you and Grandpa are looking down on us everyday. It's been hard lately, I just want to talk to you. You always understood some of my struggles and you were always there to give advice. Today Willie went to the vet to get a check-up and to be groomed because we know that would make you happy; you both spoiled him so much:) I am making roast, mashed potatoes, rolls, salad and corn on the cob for dinner tonight because that was a meal you always made so wonderfully and we enjoyed so many times with you. My mom is bringing an apple pie for dessert and although she swears she can't make the crust like you taught her, I'm sure it will be delicious. Know that we are thinking of you today, just as we do everyday. We love you.