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March 29, 2006
I'm anxious
for April to get here, but I'm not too sure why? Maybe it's because the weather today teased as to what is ahead, but then tonight we had to start the fires again!
I sometimes wonder why we live this way! But, there is always the hope of spring and then summer and then of course fall, which strangely enough, is my favorite season!!
I started some cleaning today and you know how it is, you start one thing and before you know it it's leading into many many other things that need cleaning, scrubbing etc! UGH! But, I am getting there, slow but sure. I actually want to start painting the porch, but need to wait until it's a bit warmer. Our roof is almost done though!! Can't wait for that to be finished.
Hannah's birthday party is Saturday, 5 years old! I cannot believe it. This year she will have preschool on her actual birthday, the 4th, so she wants to make some cupcakes and bring them in for her classmates.
Devon signs up for highschool classes tomorrow! OMG!!! Am I ready for this?? I'm not too sure!
I need to begin a daily prayer regime for this!
Posted by tracey at 09:19 PM | Comments (0)
March 23, 2006
My Essay Entry
Why I choose Geriatric nursing, my grandmother. She was the only grandparent I ever knew and she died when I was 12 years old. My fondest memories of childhood are from time spent at her house, sliding down the big hill behind her house in winter, building forts in summer and exploring her dusty old attic full of cobwebs and hidden treasures.
My grandmother’s health steadily declined, her diabetes uncontrolled and her memory failing. She just couldn't take care of herself anymore. My mother tried to take her home with us, but with four children of her own and working full time it just became too much and so the family decided to put Gram in a nursing home. It was awful. My grandmother cried and cried and she became very angry towards my mother and blamed her.
I remember visiting Gram at the home, she was always so sad. She especially hated to see us leave.
After she died, just a few months later, I told myself I wanted to become a nurse and take care of people. I wanted to make a difference in old people’s lives.
During highschool I worked part time as an CNA and then in the fall of that same year went off to LPN school and then returned to the same nursing home where I worked for over 7 years until I went on to become an RN.
I never forgot Gram and her last months here on earth. It was the memory of this endearing, strong willed woman that had touched my heart so growing up and made me pursue a career in geriatric nursing and make a difference.
what do you think? it could be worth $250!
(my gram ~ 1981)
Posted by tracey at 08:04 PM | Comments (0)
March 21, 2006
Easter
So, I've been trying to find something different to put in the kid's Easter baskets this year. Something more than just candy and chocolate Easter bunnies. I had been looking everywhere for some pretty suncatchers, preferably ones that were Christian in theme, crosses etc. No luck, well, I found some online, but hey were like $90 a piece! I wanted something small, but pretty that could each hang in their windows.
So I go to work yesterday and our book guy was there setting up his display for the month and there on the top of the pile was a cute little prayer book and I thought, WAHLAH! Just what I was looking for!
He's always looking out for us!
Onto our roof, it sure is taking this guy a while to get just part of the roof up. I hope he doesn't think he can take all spring! It's looking good though, what little he has done so far.
I'll have to take some before and after pics tomorrow and... it's suppose to actually warm up a little!!
On a much sadder note, our cat Tommy has been gone for over five days now. I noticed last Thursday that he hadn't been around all day, which is unusual and we haven't seen him since. He's 8 years old and neutered so I don't think he'd be out prowling this long and he's not that old and has always been in good shape. I hope he comes home soon!
Posted by tracey at 08:16 PM | Comments (0)
March 17, 2006
What's up?
Well, quite a bit actually, let's see. It's still winter here, UGH!!! But, spring is around the corner, I can feel it!! I can't wait to get outside again and start getting the yard back in shape, planting flowers and my vegetable garden and working on the house. That is my BIG project for this year is to get this house spiffed up a little. It's an old farm house that had a lot of inside work done to it before we moved here, but it needs some outside repairs. First is the roof. The carpenter starts Monday and I hope it warms up a bit for him! It's still pretty chilly out!
Once the roof is done then I want to work on our back porch, I think Andy and I can do most of it with a little help from a friend that has a bit more carpenter skills than us! If he can start it out for us we can finish. Hey, you gotta learn to do things yourself these days as it costs too much to always hire someone! (I think anyhow!)
Then, I'm thinking about how we can tear down our current shed and rebuild a much bigger and better one. Not something huge, but big enough to hold all of our outdoor stuff and something that has a cement floor. OMG, I would think I had died and gone to heaven!!!
Let's see, what else, oh, celebrated lil' Josh's first birthday. Can't believe he's a year old already. 
Time just flies when they are little, as a matter of fact Miss Hannah will be 5 years old on April 4. 
5 already!!! Honestly, where does the time go!
My sister was home last week, her fiance and his two children from a previous marriage. Didn't get to visit too much with them. As they say, the more things change, the more they stay the same...
My baby brother is turning 25 on the 19th, now that makes me feel my age!!! I use to change his diapers!
I've been trying to scrapbook some, mostly working on pictures of the girl's and some fishing shots. I need a photo this spring of Hannah fishing to add to the pages I've done on that. Soon, very soon!
Well, guess that is all that's happening for now!!
Posted by tracey at 02:09 PM | Comments (0)
March 09, 2006
Ten Things
GOD WON'T ASK ON THAT DAY.
1... God won't ask what kind of car you drove.
He'll ask how many people you drove who didn't have transportation.
2... God won't ask the square footage of your house,
He'll ask how many people you welcomed into your home.
3... God won't ask about the clothes you had in your closet,
He'll ask how many you helped to clothe.
4... God won't ask what your highest salary was.
He'll ask if you compromised your character to obtain it.
5... God won't ask what your job title was.
He'll ask if you performed your job to the best of your ability.
6... God won't ask how many friends you had.
He'll ask how many people to whom you were a friend.
7... God won't ask in what neighborhood you lived,
He'll ask how you treated your neighbors.
8... God won't ask about the color of your skin,
He'll ask about the content of your character.
9... God won't ask why it took you so long to seek Salvation.
He'll lovingly take you to your mansion in heaven, and not to the gates of Hell.
10... God won't have to ask how many people you forwarded this to,
He already knows your decision.
Posted by tracey at 10:51 PM | Comments (0)
March 07, 2006
Remembering
a remarkable remarkable woman...
(Dana Reeve)
In one of her last interviews she was quoted as saying when asked, "Why, why has all this happened to you?" And she said...
"It's the rent you pay for being here on earth."
Jesus answered him, "I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise."
~Luke 23:43 ~
Posted by tracey at 08:09 PM | Comments (1)
March 04, 2006
And its snows
more and more all the time!
Hannah continues to do well post op. Saw the surgeon yesterday for a follow up and all is well, and he told her she can go back swimming any time! That made her day as she's been missing out on her swimming!
Andy is off on the ski doo to go ice fishing with a buddy from work.
I, on the other hand, have the whole house to myself as the girls are out to Mom's for the weekend. I spent the morning going through toy boxes and Hannah's room and cleaned out a bunch of stuff including clothes that don't fit her anymore. I ordered her a new spring jacket and then in the mail were presents from my sister inlaw, Sally! She sent me new virus software for my computer and a new microphone and cam so we can chat! She's the best!!!
I may go to the movies later with a friend, haven't heard from her yet though.
And it's snowing again, I think I mentioned that, but...it is March 4, already, so spring is coming!
I can't wait to go and get my new patio set that I want and then I can look forward to getting my gardens all planted and taking more pics!
Posted by tracey at 12:37 PM | Comments (1)