We are all starting to settle down from the fast pace of today. It was simply amazing, perfect in every way. After a really rough night of little sleep the day went off with complete perfectness.
The cake was awesome! I cannot wait to post a picture for those of you that weren't here. Krissy and Mom did better than last year-it was so dead on!
The weather cleared up just in time for the party to begin and stayed that way until we were ready to come inside.
There were new faces here this year which was a joy and reason to celebrate all in itself. I am pooped. I am in awe at the love that so many people have for my son-he is really blessed to have you all. Thank you so much!
Saturday, June 28, 2008
Friday, June 27, 2008
One more thing
Believe in God. Trust in God. Have faith in Him. Your life will be so much richer because of it.
Happenings...
Well, we have a house full here at the Rodriguez home. Man, I really love it. I love having the walls full to the brim and we are about there. Aya, Abu and Angel came Tuesday night. It is so wonderful having them here. They are in love with Aaron and he just knows it and works it. We are gettin ready for the party and I am really excited. Two families will be abssent-the Melendez's and the Schultz's-sucks! Darn family weddings and vacations.
I had a root canal today and one yesterday-enough said huh?
I am really excited for the party for many reasons-to celebrate my son, to see the cake, to have our house full and there will be new people here this year-the Howard family. My one special friend will be missing, but he has blessed me with his family and they are really truly a part of us now. I cannot wait for my parents to meet Don and Sheree and Aaron just loves all of them. There are good things is everything, you just have to be willing to look for it.
I love my husband. I am so lucky. HE is a FedEx right now-I cannot even explain what an incredible man he is. I wish everyone was as blessed as I am.
My step kids are amazing! I love them so much. I love having them here, deep inside me I wish so much that they both lived here. They make everything more complete, fun and special. They both dote on Aaron and I dread them leaving. Like I said, I wish they lived here and I don't know another step parent that feels that way about their step kids. So, technically they are as blessed as I am.
I need a bathing suit (rambling, I know). I know that I am not fat, but my belly-yuck! Where do you find a 2 piece suit that doesn't show the world your boobs, meets in the middle and doesn't squeeze stretch marks?
I am so ready for vacation. I cannot wait to play inthe ocean with the kids, sing songs in the car and make memories for life. Dan is staying st our house while we are gone to take care of Abbie, our home, our flowers and Mom and John's flowers.
Love to you all. I will see you on Saturday.
Please pray for my friend Collen, her family and her aunt. Lena...I love you and I am praying for you. Please call me anytime you need me-I am here for you always.
Good night everyone! Head to DSW or dsw.com-our summer sale just started!
I had a root canal today and one yesterday-enough said huh?
I am really excited for the party for many reasons-to celebrate my son, to see the cake, to have our house full and there will be new people here this year-the Howard family. My one special friend will be missing, but he has blessed me with his family and they are really truly a part of us now. I cannot wait for my parents to meet Don and Sheree and Aaron just loves all of them. There are good things is everything, you just have to be willing to look for it.
I love my husband. I am so lucky. HE is a FedEx right now-I cannot even explain what an incredible man he is. I wish everyone was as blessed as I am.
My step kids are amazing! I love them so much. I love having them here, deep inside me I wish so much that they both lived here. They make everything more complete, fun and special. They both dote on Aaron and I dread them leaving. Like I said, I wish they lived here and I don't know another step parent that feels that way about their step kids. So, technically they are as blessed as I am.
I need a bathing suit (rambling, I know). I know that I am not fat, but my belly-yuck! Where do you find a 2 piece suit that doesn't show the world your boobs, meets in the middle and doesn't squeeze stretch marks?
I am so ready for vacation. I cannot wait to play inthe ocean with the kids, sing songs in the car and make memories for life. Dan is staying st our house while we are gone to take care of Abbie, our home, our flowers and Mom and John's flowers.
Love to you all. I will see you on Saturday.
Please pray for my friend Collen, her family and her aunt. Lena...I love you and I am praying for you. Please call me anytime you need me-I am here for you always.
Good night everyone! Head to DSW or dsw.com-our summer sale just started!
Monday, June 23, 2008
Hmmm...
I have been thinking a lot lately about friends. Perhaps I am a bit more sensitive to using that word to describe people since one of my best ones is gone forever. I have always been the person that had high expectations of my friends and Don really changed that about me. He made me see that not everyone was as dedicated or thoughtful as I wanted them to be. He was.
That said...in rough times, in sad times, in happy times, in trying times you find out who truly cares about you. I find myself perplexed at trying to figure people out. I sit in wonder how people that are my "friends" haven't really called to see how Alex is doing or to ask if he has found a job. I wonder if people think about it and are just to wrapped up to pick up the phone or send an email-it just saddens me.
I have a feeling that once this is over there will be fewer people that I use that special "f'" word to describe becaue in the end they simply don't deserve it.
Friends call. Friends care. Friends reach out to offer their love, concern and help when people that mean something to them are going through a trying time-even when life is busy.
I have a friend that is in need of extreme prayer-her name is Elisa. Please put her and her family in your prayers.
That said...in rough times, in sad times, in happy times, in trying times you find out who truly cares about you. I find myself perplexed at trying to figure people out. I sit in wonder how people that are my "friends" haven't really called to see how Alex is doing or to ask if he has found a job. I wonder if people think about it and are just to wrapped up to pick up the phone or send an email-it just saddens me.
I have a feeling that once this is over there will be fewer people that I use that special "f'" word to describe becaue in the end they simply don't deserve it.
Friends call. Friends care. Friends reach out to offer their love, concern and help when people that mean something to them are going through a trying time-even when life is busy.
I have a friend that is in need of extreme prayer-her name is Elisa. Please put her and her family in your prayers.
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Do you know what today is???
Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday dear Aaron!
Happy birthday to you!!
Oh my sweet baby is turning 2 today. It just doesn't seem all that possible does it? Life goes by so quickly, you blink and they are grown up. I love everything about the little man. I cannot imagine life without him and I have a hard time remembering life before him. It just seemed so natural when he came home-he just fit into our life.
He has brought so many smiles to my face and tears to my eyes. I have always been the emotional sappy type, but it just got worse when he was born. Last night it was so odd to think that just about the time he was going to bed was 2 years after the time his induction started. Last year on his birthday I told him the story of him being born and I will tell him again today. We have already sung Happy Birthday a few times and have gone to church. Right now the little one is sleeping and when he wakes up we are going to go to Build a Bear-or maybe we will just take Abbie to the park because he would love it. I am not really sure, I just know that I don't really want to spend a moment without him.
Our family is complete today. Andy came last night and if I thought Aaron was in love with Ashley I am nto really sure how to explain him and Andy. They just have this connection that goes beyond words. It is so amazing to see something so raw and real. Aaron's eyes twinkled when he saw Andy and to see how gentle and loving Andy is with him is breath taking. Andy grew more-he is officially taller than Alex and his hair is almost longer than Ashley's. Life is sweet. Our house is full of love, my heart is full and happy. Today is a perfect day.
Aaron-I love you! Happy Birthday PaPa!
Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday dear Aaron!
Happy birthday to you!!
Oh my sweet baby is turning 2 today. It just doesn't seem all that possible does it? Life goes by so quickly, you blink and they are grown up. I love everything about the little man. I cannot imagine life without him and I have a hard time remembering life before him. It just seemed so natural when he came home-he just fit into our life.
He has brought so many smiles to my face and tears to my eyes. I have always been the emotional sappy type, but it just got worse when he was born. Last night it was so odd to think that just about the time he was going to bed was 2 years after the time his induction started. Last year on his birthday I told him the story of him being born and I will tell him again today. We have already sung Happy Birthday a few times and have gone to church. Right now the little one is sleeping and when he wakes up we are going to go to Build a Bear-or maybe we will just take Abbie to the park because he would love it. I am not really sure, I just know that I don't really want to spend a moment without him.
Our family is complete today. Andy came last night and if I thought Aaron was in love with Ashley I am nto really sure how to explain him and Andy. They just have this connection that goes beyond words. It is so amazing to see something so raw and real. Aaron's eyes twinkled when he saw Andy and to see how gentle and loving Andy is with him is breath taking. Andy grew more-he is officially taller than Alex and his hair is almost longer than Ashley's. Life is sweet. Our house is full of love, my heart is full and happy. Today is a perfect day.
Aaron-I love you! Happy Birthday PaPa!
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Happy Father's Day
There are so many special days and holidays that we celebrate that sometimes we lose sight of their true meaning. Sundays are always big days in our house. We start off with church and then socialize with our church family and head home. The rest of the day is spent together with just us or family-our idea of a perfect day. Today is a special Sunday...Father's Day. I am going to take a few moments to honor my husband who is the most amazing Father I have ever known.
One of the first things that I liked about Alex (ok, ok I loved it) was the way he talked about Andy and Ashley. While he still lived in Cheyenne I actually talked to Ashley on the phone. I knew as I was falling in love with him, that I needed to be careful. See, I knew that he wasn't the type of Father that would ever marry someone that his kids didn't love as well. Talk about being scared considering that I was in live with him from the very s already planning our wedding.
I can think back to our car trip to Cheyenne the 1st summer we were together and how excited he was and afraid I was. Gosh, it was nerve wracking to say the least. When I saw him with the kids, I was amazed. There was this love and happiness that I had never seen before, but somehow understood what it was. It was raw and real and undestructible on its worst day. It was pleasant and true and honest and deep-it was beautiful and unconditional. It was incredible to see this man weep at the sight of his kids and touching that I was able to be part of it. I knew at that moment that forever was in our future.
You see, my husband is the type of Daddy that sacrificies for his kids and puts them first. He takes his role as Daddy very seriously. Do you know of any other man that would move across the country from his kids so that he could provide for them? Do you know any other guy that would sell his prized motorcycle while his wife was prgnant because he really felt they needed the money? How many men you know would work a part time job to make ends easier to meet?
I am such a lucky girl because not only do I know that man, but he loves me as I love him and chose to marry me. I am so blessed each and every single day. I know that my children will always know and understand what it means to love with their heart and soul because of their Daddy. My children will fell the love of their Daddy and my children will always be blessed knowing that their Daddy is the best Daddy in the world.
Alex-I pray that you know how much I love you. There truly aren't words to describe how wonderful you are. It makes me so proud to know you, love you, share my life with you and most importantly grow in our faith together with our family. You are my rock, my world, my everything. I love you with all that I am .
Happy Father's Day!
One of the first things that I liked about Alex (ok, ok I loved it) was the way he talked about Andy and Ashley. While he still lived in Cheyenne I actually talked to Ashley on the phone. I knew as I was falling in love with him, that I needed to be careful. See, I knew that he wasn't the type of Father that would ever marry someone that his kids didn't love as well. Talk about being scared considering that I was in live with him from the very s already planning our wedding.
I can think back to our car trip to Cheyenne the 1st summer we were together and how excited he was and afraid I was. Gosh, it was nerve wracking to say the least. When I saw him with the kids, I was amazed. There was this love and happiness that I had never seen before, but somehow understood what it was. It was raw and real and undestructible on its worst day. It was pleasant and true and honest and deep-it was beautiful and unconditional. It was incredible to see this man weep at the sight of his kids and touching that I was able to be part of it. I knew at that moment that forever was in our future.
You see, my husband is the type of Daddy that sacrificies for his kids and puts them first. He takes his role as Daddy very seriously. Do you know of any other man that would move across the country from his kids so that he could provide for them? Do you know any other guy that would sell his prized motorcycle while his wife was prgnant because he really felt they needed the money? How many men you know would work a part time job to make ends easier to meet?
I am such a lucky girl because not only do I know that man, but he loves me as I love him and chose to marry me. I am so blessed each and every single day. I know that my children will always know and understand what it means to love with their heart and soul because of their Daddy. My children will fell the love of their Daddy and my children will always be blessed knowing that their Daddy is the best Daddy in the world.
Alex-I pray that you know how much I love you. There truly aren't words to describe how wonderful you are. It makes me so proud to know you, love you, share my life with you and most importantly grow in our faith together with our family. You are my rock, my world, my everything. I love you with all that I am .
Happy Father's Day!
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
A whole bunch of stuff
Melendez-I know you read and don't leave posts becasue I know you too well. It makes me happy and fuzzy inside when you leave comments, so please continue to leave them. We love you guys very much too-especially your new minivan! I am so glad that you joined the club!
Alex is at Phil and Lisa's with Dan and Collin playing Rock band! I skipped out an stayed home with the babe so that he didn't have to rush home. Phil is Dan and Collin's cousin and we really enjoy him, Lisa and their son Zachary.
Alex is continuing his job search so if you hear of anything he may be qualified for or interested in please let us know.
Our sweet friend Dana had surgery on her knee a few weeks ago so Alex has been spending time with her. She is coming over tomorrow to spend time with him and Aaron. We enjoy her so much so this time off they have together is great!
ASHLEY COMES SATURDAY-WOOHOO!!! We are really really excited and cannot wait! Aaron calls her Ashaleee now-just like Kelsey does.
I am sad-really sad. I miss Don so much my heart aches.
Take care-love you all!
Alex is at Phil and Lisa's with Dan and Collin playing Rock band! I skipped out an stayed home with the babe so that he didn't have to rush home. Phil is Dan and Collin's cousin and we really enjoy him, Lisa and their son Zachary.
Alex is continuing his job search so if you hear of anything he may be qualified for or interested in please let us know.
Our sweet friend Dana had surgery on her knee a few weeks ago so Alex has been spending time with her. She is coming over tomorrow to spend time with him and Aaron. We enjoy her so much so this time off they have together is great!
ASHLEY COMES SATURDAY-WOOHOO!!! We are really really excited and cannot wait! Aaron calls her Ashaleee now-just like Kelsey does.
I am sad-really sad. I miss Don so much my heart aches.
Take care-love you all!
Sunday, June 01, 2008
When life is hard...
It seems that there are times in life when you hit rough patches. During those times we seem to find out who are true friends are and I am always amazed at that. We have been really blessed this week with prayers and calls to check in-so Thank You to those of you that have reached out to us. Your support is really making a difference!
Today at church was amazing. There were so many people that came up saying that they heard they news and offered prayers, thoughts, resume help and even acting as references. We are truly blessed! I didn't want to go to church last night as I was feeling really depressed, but today I stood there so thankful that we were a part of the Purple Door family.
Yesterday was Collin's gradutation from high school. It was such a rough time for me. I cried for him, for his parents and for Don. I miss him so much and yesterday it HIT me like a ton of bricks. I was so sad all day and poor Alex can't do anything right when I am sad. Poor guy! Today is his party so I can only imagine how mard that is going to be.
We went to Krissy and Tish's for dinner last night-YUMMO! It is always nice to be with her. We also have Will's birthday party today-busy day today.
A few weeks ago I asked for prayers for a friend that was dealing with some weird pregnancy stuff and I al really happy to report that she is pregnant and due Jan. 19th. Exciting for her and her hubby! However this will be #3 and all three of them will be under 3-YIKES! Good luck Beck!
Happy Anniversary to Missy and Bill. I am so sorry that I frickin forgot to call you! How funny to think that Missy is married and a Mommy. I never imagined that it would happen, but my goodness how she has changed over the years. Missy is just about the most amazing Mom I have ever met and I am so thankful that she is still one of my bestest friends in the entire universe. We have been friends for so long that I cannot imagine my life without her in it-EVER!
Well-I am off to get some stuff done. Have a great Sunday.
Today at church was amazing. There were so many people that came up saying that they heard they news and offered prayers, thoughts, resume help and even acting as references. We are truly blessed! I didn't want to go to church last night as I was feeling really depressed, but today I stood there so thankful that we were a part of the Purple Door family.
Yesterday was Collin's gradutation from high school. It was such a rough time for me. I cried for him, for his parents and for Don. I miss him so much and yesterday it HIT me like a ton of bricks. I was so sad all day and poor Alex can't do anything right when I am sad. Poor guy! Today is his party so I can only imagine how mard that is going to be.
We went to Krissy and Tish's for dinner last night-YUMMO! It is always nice to be with her. We also have Will's birthday party today-busy day today.
A few weeks ago I asked for prayers for a friend that was dealing with some weird pregnancy stuff and I al really happy to report that she is pregnant and due Jan. 19th. Exciting for her and her hubby! However this will be #3 and all three of them will be under 3-YIKES! Good luck Beck!
Happy Anniversary to Missy and Bill. I am so sorry that I frickin forgot to call you! How funny to think that Missy is married and a Mommy. I never imagined that it would happen, but my goodness how she has changed over the years. Missy is just about the most amazing Mom I have ever met and I am so thankful that she is still one of my bestest friends in the entire universe. We have been friends for so long that I cannot imagine my life without her in it-EVER!
Well-I am off to get some stuff done. Have a great Sunday.
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