Visiting...

When I woke up this morning, I wasn't sure how the day was going to turn out. One of those kind of feelings that you just have somedays, but it ended up being a FABULOUS day. Jesse got called out around 11 today, but shortly after he left... my brother pulled in. I didn't even know that he was coming today, so it was a suprise. I was so thrilled to see him, and the kids were to. Hailee says that Clayton is her boyfriend-she loves him so much. We watched movies, made cd's, played playstation, uploaded pics... all that fun stuff. Hailee didn't want him to leave tonight, and her and Austin tried to talk him into spending the night.. They can't wait til his next visit:)
Here is a picture of Clayton!
Hailee cuddling with Uncle Clayton on the couch. She couldn't get enough of him:)

Austin and Clayton were in deep conversation. Austin looks up to Clayton alot, sometimes I wonder if that is good. Ha ha.

Austin and Hailee with Uncle Clayton!

Hope you all are having a great weekend!

Thanksgiving

The morning started out at 5:45 am with the phone ringing, Jesse getting called out to work a power outage. I couldn't sleep from there so I got up started laundry, cleaned a bit, and got stuff set out for my lunch. I started cooking around9:30 and by 11:45 our Thanksgiving Feast was prepared. Still no Jesse though. So the kids and I got our plates, said our prayer and discussed all the things we are thankful for everyday. Our meal was so good! I just wished Jesse could of been there to sit at the table with us, but I know that work needed him. After lunch, the kids and I laid around the house watching movies, playing games, and just talking. Jesse finally got home around 1, so I warmed him a plate.
We had a great Thanksgiving, but did miss our visits with other family members. We usually are trying to visit a number of households on Thanksgiving, so this was a little different for us. I am so thankful to be blessed with such a terrific husband~ Jesse, and two amazing children~ Austin and Hailee. They are my world, and I don't know what life would be like without them. God has blessed me with so many wonderful things, and I am so thankful. I feel like everyday should be Thanksgiving. It isn't about the food, but about being with ones you love and really thinking about all the different things you are thankful for or blessed with.
Even though I had a great day, at times my heart would just be sad. Austin had a great day, but did mention that his dad didn't even call him. How does a father do that? He hasn't talked to him for awhile now, about two months. I just don't understand, on Thanksgiving Day you think of all the wonderful things you have in your life. God blessed Michael with a wonderful son, and I feel that Michael is to blind to see it. Austin is amazing, such a terrific son. His heart is so big, he is so forgiving, so loving... I am so thankful that God gave me Austin, then put Jesse in my life, and blessed us with Hailee.
Hope everyone had an amazing Thanksgiving!

Thankful...

As most of you know, Jesse's grandma Marjorie Eaton has been in the hospital not doing so good. As I was preparing pies tonight for our family Thanksgiving at home, I recieved a phone call from Cindy (mother in law) with news about grandma Eaton. As she began to talk, she said well the news we got today was good. Thank Goodness! Grandma Eaton's cancer has NOT came back:) Yay! However she does have a broken bone between the shoulder blade area, and 2 vertebrates are almost fused together. This is painful for her, so keep praying that it will heal. She also has trouble with breathing, and it is said that it probably wont get better. Cindy also said that someone would come to the house to work with her on things that way she won't have to get out to go to the hospital. This is such a great relief knowing that the Cancer isn't back. I guess that Grandma Eaton also told them that she got her Thanksgiving early, and was thankful for that. Everyday should be Thanksgiving, and we should be thankful everyday. Thank you to all that has kept the family in your prayers. God is so good to us all!

Here is a picture of Marjorie, Bill, Bill, Cindy, April, Hayden, Colin, Jesse, me, Austin, and Hailee at Christmas last year. Kevin was working so he isn't pictured, but was in our thoughts..
Here is a pic of Marjorie and her girls: Cindy, Connie, Ginny and Libby.

Hope you all have a great Thanksgiving!

Getting Ready for Turkey Day!!

The turkey is thawing, pies are ready to be baked, homemade noodles are made... Wow, there is so much cooking to do even if it is just the four of us. This is our first Thanksgiving meal at home. We usually always go to my mom's for my Grandma Hollis's thanksgiving, and I will really miss that this year. Jesse is on Call this week and I don't want to travel alone so we are staying home. I am excited about cooking all this good food, and lounging around all day long with Jesse and the kids.. Hopefully I can pull this off without burning something. SERIOUSLY! I will let ya know how it all goes:)

The start of the week...

Sunday~ Mom, Crystal, Trinidy, and Zaden came up to spend the night with us. Crystal had an appt. in Indy on Monday morning so this would be easier and closer. Austin and Hailee were excited that cousins were staying the night. They had lots of fun dragging out toys, making forts, watching movies... To cute. Here is a picture of the fort they made in Hailee's room. What a mess..
We also watched the COLT game together. WOW, we were all on the edge of our seats screaming. Austin really gets into the football games and was hollaring. He is so funny. His love for sports amazes me.
Hailee played, and played. Here she is all hot and sweaty hugging my mom. LOL.
Jesse had to work Sunday night for a scheduled outage. He had to go in at 11 pm, so Hailee was mad that he was going to leave while she was sleeping. She expects him to be in his spot all snuggled in next to her. Ha ha. Then on Monday was Jesse's first time going on CALL. Wow. You can't go on call til your a 4th year Lineman. He will be 4th year in July, so they are starting him on Call with another Lineman til then for the experience. We are all so proud of him!
Crystal made it through her doctor appt. Things looked good on Monday with the baby so she has to go to the Bloomington doctor on DEC. 5th, then back to INDY on DEC. 12th. I made her get a pic taken to show off her baby belly. She is due the first part of Jan. if she makes it till then. They said the baby weighs around 5 lbs now...

Well today is Tuesday, and I want to wish my good friend Jessica (Cornelius) Bowman a happy birthday. Need to get off here now and get school rolling. Talk to everyone soon.

Movies...

Our Friday was packed full of running around, and spending time together. We left our house at 8 am that morning headed to Owesburg to Tieman Tire... Jesse had a blow out on his truck and has been in search for a tire. I know just go to a tire shop, NOT that easy. Of course his rim has to be a odd size so it took us awhile to find the ONE he wanted. He wont just settle for anything.
After leaving Tieman's we headed back toward Bloomington, where we went to SAM's. I could look and shop in there forever, but it was so crowded that I was ready to get out of there after like 15 min... People hogging the isles and not moving over. WOW...
Then we went and enjoyed a lunch before the movie. The movie started at 12:40, and the kids were so excited. This was Hailee's first trip to the movies, and she was such a big girl. We went and watched Bolt, very cute. Austin was on the edge of his seat alot and full of laughs. Hailee well she liked the movie and only took her eyes off the screen to eat Popcorn, Crunch Bites, Junior Mints, and Raisinets.. Yeah they enjoyed the snacks. Hailee made sure to take of her shoes and socks at the theatre. She is so funny and loves to be comfortable. It was nice that there was us and one other family watching the movie.. That was it, so we could stretch out and us a whole row of seats if needed.. Here is a picture of Austin and Hailee before going into the movies.
Jesse's vacation has been wonderful, and I am not looking forward to him going back to work. We have gotten alot done, and just been able to kick back and spend time with our two wonderful children. I know Austin and Hailee will be lost come Monday when Dad is back at work.
This week has been so great, and I have sat back and looked at how bless'd I am with this terrific family. Family is so important to me, and I enjoy the time that we spend together. Jesse, Austin and Hailee amaze me everyday. I feel so lucky to have them in my life~ God has put these wonderful people in my life and I thank him for that. God is so Good!!

Prayer Request... PLEASE

Please keep Marjorie Eaton in your thoughts and prayers. Marjorie is Cindy's mom, and Jesse's grandmother. Your prayers for the entire family are much appreciated during this time. Thank everyone for thier love and support always.