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Many of you have asked me, for months now, to do a photography blog! I put it on the back burner so many times! Well, miracles never cease! I FINALLY finished my photography blog! YAY ME!! :)

So, without further adieu, here it is! I hope you aren't disappointed!
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Where, oh where, has my little boy gone...

Where does time go? Why does time have to go by so fast!?! It seems like just yesterday that I nervously brought home my first precious little baby. I remember how nervous I was. I just wanted to do what was best for my precious baby son! He was so perfect. I couldn't take my eyes off of him.

 

He soon grew to be a fun, rambuncious toddler. He loved to read, sing, and LOVED Star Wars. At a young age of 2, he would run around singing the theme song to Star Wars and always had a "wah,wah" (the sound of a light saber) in his hands!

 

 

Before I knew it, he was riding the bus to Kindergarten. He always had a big smile on his face as he went to school, and often left his mommy in the background wiping the tears from my eyes! I wasn't ready to send my baby boy out in the "big world" of Elementary School! But Austin sure was ready! He loved school. And with the occasional "math test days", has liked it ever since.

 

He has grown up so fast and has succeeded, with flying colors, in all he sets his mind to. Now, 12 amazing years later, I look at my precious son, but this time not as a baby, but as a handsome young man. Although he has changed leaps and bounds, the feelings I had 12 years ago are the same, only magnified a thousand fold. I am still nervous raising him. I still want to do what is right for him. I still can't take my eyes off of him. And I still think he is perfect!

 

I am so proud of the young man Austin is today! And couldn't have asked for a better big brother for my other precious children.

 

I am so excited to continue to watch Austin grow and to be a part of his journey to adulthood. Which, unfortunaly, I am afraid, will go as fast as the first 12 years.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AUSTIN!!!! I LOVE YOU!!

 

Happy Easter!!

I saw this cartoon on a friends blog. I think it is hilarious!! I definitely relate more to the chocolate bunny with out a brain!! I have PLENTY of butt these days!:(
If anyone has any brilliant ideas of how to take a big chunk out of it, my big butt and I would truly appreciate it! :)

Anyways, hope everyone had a wonderful Easter. I really, really enjoyed the warmer weather. A little windy, but at least it didn't rain! I love Easter! I love the colorful eggs, the Easter bunny, the bright spring colors! But most of all, I love the time to reflect upon our Savior, Jesus Christ; His life, His great example, His Atonement, His death and His resurrection. I am so grateful for the hope and love He brings to all of us! And I am so thankful that we can repent of our sins and move forward in faith, to someday live with Him and Heavenly Father again.

HAPPY EASTER!!

 

You know you're a nurse when..

1) the front of your scrubs reads 'Nurses... here to save your butt, not kiss it!'

2) you occasionally park in the space with the 'physicians only' sign... and knock it over.

3) you believe some patients are alive only because it's illegal to kill them.

4) you recognize that you can't cure stupid.

5) you own at least three pens with the names of prescription medications on them.

6) you believe there's a special place in hell for the inventor of the call light .

7) you believe that saying 'it can't get any worse' causes it to get worse just to show you it can.

8) you wash your hands BEFORE you go to the bathroom .

9) you believe that any job where you can drive to work in your pajamas is a cool one.

10) you consider a tongue depressor an eating utensil.

11) eating microwave popcorn out of a clean bedpan (or emesis basin) is perfectly natural.

12) you've been exposed to so many x-rays that you consider it a form of birth control.

13) you've ever heard a patient with a nose ring, a brow ring,twelve earrings and multiple tattoos say 'I'm afraid of shots.'

14) you've ever placed a bet on someones blood alcohol level.

15) you've told a confused patient that your name is that of a coworker and to call if they need help.

16) your bladder can expand to the size of a Winnebago's water tank.

17) you have seen more boobs than any man could dream of.

18) you believe that not all patients are annoying...some are unconscious.

19) your family and friends refuse to watch medical sitcoms with you because you spend the whole time correcting everyone and pointing out upside down x-rays.

20) you don't get excited about blood, unless it's your own.

21) you've sworn to have 'do not resuscitate' tattooed on your chest. Soon.

22) discussing dismemberment over a gourmet meal is perfectly normal to you .

23) your idea of fine dining is anywhere you can sit down to eat.

24) your idea of a good time is a cardiac arrest at shift change.

25) you believe in the aerial spraying of prozac .

26) you believe that 'shallow gene pool' should be a recognized diagnosis.

27) you believe that the government should require permits to reproduce.

28) you believe that unspeakable evils will befall anyone who utters the phrase 'Wow, it's really quiet, isn't it?

29) you have ever wanted to write a book entitled 'Suicide:getting it right the first time.'

30) you have ever had a patient look you straight in the eye and say 'I have no idea how that got stuck in there.'

31) you've had to leave a patients room before you begin to laugh uncontrollably.

As a nurse, I thought this was hysterical! I love being a nurse. And for the record, I have NEVER, EVER, E.V.E.R, thought or done any of these things!! EVER!! Especially not #'s 1,3,4,6,11,17,18,19,22,27 and 31. (Ha, I made you go back up and read them again, didn't I! he he he :) Don't think I'm a terrible person- I am after all, only human!

Anyways, thank you to all of you who are good, nice, compliant patients! I can probably speak for all nurses when I say, "We love you!" And for those of you who are pain-in-the-butt patients, just know that #1 and #3 has probably been thought of in your behalf! j/k Knowing most of you, as friends, I highly doubt any of you are the second type of patients. And I also know that not all nurses are created equal! And some nurses deserve what they get! :) Hopefully, I am not one of those! he he

(Buddy and Deanna, my, your so close to finishing nursing school you can taste it, friends, this post is for you! I am sure you were nodding your head throughout and giggling about it's truthfulness! :) Both of you will be fabulous nurses!)

Tuesday Treasures

I've been thinking a lot about our country lately. About the direction it is going. I must say I am very frightened. I feel like our Constitution is hanging by a thread-a very thin, worn out thread! This saddens me to no end! Our rights as American people are rapidly diminishing with each passing day. As it is, I find myself with little confidence in our leaders at this time. So, where does this leave me?
I get a lot of comfort in my religion, in knowing that God is on our side. That he will watch over and protect us, if we but do what is simply asked of us and prepare ourselves both in our homes and our hearts. For that knowledge I am deeply grateful!

What also comforts me a great deal, and leads me to my Tuesday Treasure, are the men and woman who are fighting for our freedoms- the freedoms I see quickly plummeting to the ground! It brings me so much comfort that, even though there are many who are not leading this country, or living their lives, the way our founding fathers set up for us, there are those that are brave and strong and are giving their all to defend this country and what it is truly made of! Those men and women who are not only, willingly, risking their lives for our freedom, but who are being the ultimate examples of the kind of men and women we all should be! Men and women who believe in something and won't let the negative pressures of others get in their way! Men and women who are actively doing something about the many rights and freedoms that are being taken away. Men and women who are willing to make the ultimate sacrifice, if necessary, to keep OUR freedoms, OUR country, OUR rights the way our founding fathers and God intended them to be.

OUR AMERICAN SOLDIERS!!!



To all the many soldiers who are fighting, or have fought, in the cold, in the rain, in the wind, in the extreme heat- sacrificing so much of their time, family and ultimately their lives- You are my Treasure-my Faith-my Hope!! No words could ever thank you, and your supportive families, enough! My prayers and love go with you and your family. THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS!
I came across these two poems that wrap up my feelings nicely!

OUR SOLDIERS
When the security of our land is threatened,
We call on our soldier's might,
To go wherever they're needed,
To defend us day and night.

They leave their loves ones behind,
A great price our soldiers must pay.
Let us salute their courage and bravery,
May we remember them each time we pray.

Each time we spot "Old Glory"
Waving for all to see,
Let's think of all the soldiers that have
Kept it flying proud and free.

This great country is tolerant
Of cultures from other lands,
But, when they attack our precious freedom
We will punish with a heavy hand.

Our soldiers are tried and true,
Tempered like carbon steel,
Born of American Spirit;
Raised with American will.

Remember our fallen heroes that died,
So freedom may grow,
To nations around the world,
Wherever our warriors may go.
-Author unknown


THANKS TO THE AMERICAN WARRIORS

From the colonist, who rebelled,
to the soldier of today,
My thanks, be to you,
I know not what else to say.

Since the words I do not have,
to give the tribute that is due,
So a simple heartfelt thanks,
sincerely I give to you.

Thanks to our American heroes,
whose devotion is second to none,
Whose courage and braveness alone
caused many battles to be won.

We have beaten the forces of evil
and carried our flag far and wide,
Because of our American Warriors,
our hearts are filled with pride,

Only because of you and the price
you willingly did pay,
Only because of you,
Old Glory still flies today!
-Author unknown

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I've got the Jr. High Blues

Do you remember bringing home your first born baby from the hospital? All the thousands of emotions pumping through your nervous yet excited mind! So excited to be a mom, yet so scared of doing something wrong or stupid that would hurt your baby. Just hoping and praying that you will be able to do all that it takes to ensure that your child grows up to be successful and not behind bars!

Well, all those feelings came flooding back to me today. Today I went with Austin to Jr. High registration. JR. HIGH!!!!! (insert loud, scary scream here!) A few of you know that I am scared out of my mind for Jr. High. Not Austin, no he's fine- it's ME- I am a nervous wreck about the new scary world of Jr. High! I don't know why, exactly. I don't remember having a bad experience in Jr. High. It's just the fact that my baby is growing up! He is taking a leap into the "real world" and I'm not sure I'm ready for that! For some reason, I feel like in elementary school he is somewhat protected! That someone is watching over him! Jr. High is soooo big and sooo many kids- and to be honest with you, quite a few of them are down right scary! :O Who's going to be there to watch out for him, to protect him? This is where those feelings I had over 11 years ago come back. I just hope and pray that I have taught him well. That I have taught him how to make good choices, to pick good friends, to realize when he needs help and to know where to go to get it, and most important to know that he is loved- no matter what!

Don't get me wrong, I am also very excited about his new journey! I am very impressed with Oak Canyon and the opportunities they offer. During the presentation, I got chills a few times! I even got teary eyed when I saw Austin come down the halls! ( I know, I know- big shocker!!) I think that these feelings were a gift from Heavenly Father to comfort me and let me know that Austin will do just fine. In fact, I know he'll do great! Austin just radiates love and kindness- there's not much not to love! (can you tell I'm a proud mom) I just hope that maybe Jr. High will help him break out of his shell a little bit!

I know that with every new road we come upon, a path has been provided for us! This journey for Austin, and me, will not be any different! Undoubtably, there will be obstacles! There will be battles to be fought! But we will be given, or have already been given, the weapons and armor to come out victorious. It's going to be scary, but I know that Austin is ready for his new journey! And I know that I will be running aside him to pick him up, if ever he should fall. I love you, Aussy! Your dad and I are so proud of the young warrior you have become! Go out there, my sweet Jr. High son, and shine like the star you are!