Parker....does he EVER slow down?

How life changes the instant you have a child. Parker has brought such joy to mine and David's life. He is hilarious and very caring. But he can be the toughest, meanest, roughest little boy around, too. He is constantly on the go! He loves school and asks to go on the weekends...maybe that is a hint to me that he doesn't like us! No, I know he loves us. One of his favorite things to do is go to the zoo. I thought I would update those of you who read this with a few of my favorite pics of my little man.

I remember when Parker was a baby, I couldn't wait for all of the milestones. Now I can say I wish that time could stand still sometimes. I miss his baby days. We still call him "the baby" and it makes Keith mad...not really, but he was glad when he heard David say, I have to go pick up Parker, not the baby. I miss the diaper changing, the bottles, the feeding. You new mommies, cherish every minute. Because before you know it, they will be 3 and a half and very independent and won't let you do anything for them! But every minute I have with Parker is a treasured minute. He makes me smile with the smallest of things. Like when he smiles at me, or randomly says, "I love you momma."

Now Parker is going to have his choice of women someday...Tatum, Sydney, Riley, Mackenzie just to name a few. I am glad Cindy is having a boy. He and Parker can fight over all the women:) I want to extend a good luck to all of you on your soon to be labors. And remember, I would gladly keep any of the babies whenever you need a break.

Death....and new life

A couple of weeks ago, I expierenced the death of a grandparent for the first time. My Popa passed away peacefully on March 29th and we buried him on Palm Sunday. I was so sad losing Popa. He was an AWESOME grandfather. He was always at all of our baseball, softball, basketball, etc...games. It wasn't until recently he was not able to get around. And at times, I have been very bitter that my Popa wasn't really Popa. He had not walked in more than 2 years, and he lived much of his later life in great pain and in a bed. So while I was extrememly sad when he passed, I was almost relieved. He wasn't in pain anymore and I know he is in a better place. I hate that Parker will not get to grow up knowing him, but I am extremely greatful that Parker did get to meet him and know him for the 3 and a half years Parker has been here. He probably will not remember Popa, but we have pics of the two of them that I will forever treasure. Here is one of them.

With Popa's death came 2 more deaths, a good friend from my past's grandfather and Allison's Aunt. They say that deaths and actually most things come in threes. Allison's aunt Barbara was such an amazing, gorgeous, fun loving woman. While I only met her once, she and I emailed quite frequently and talked on the phone some, too. She really might have been one of the funniest people I have ever known. I am constantly praying for Allison and her family because they are struggling with this very unexpected event in their lives. And the pain of losing a loved one is a pain like no other.

So now with all of these deaths, I realize how lucky we are to have the time we do on this Earth. And the time we have with our loved ones should be cherished and lived to the fullest. And I am reminded with death, there is new life. David and I just got word that Tanya's water broke. And Nicky and Jeremy are eagerly awaiting the arrival of Sydney and we can't forget Chuck and Cindy's little boy that should be making an appearance soon, too. See, 3 of our friends are having babies. So why some lives have ended, new ones are beginning and I am very happy for all of our friends who are experiencing parenthood. And I am grateful for the memories I have of Popa. Memories are what help us go on.

LASIK....the greatest invention ever!

Many of you reading this(not sure if I should say many) probably know that I had LASIK eye surgery on Thursday, January 25th. Let me tell you, it is the best thing I have ever done in my life!!!!!!!!!!! With the exception of having Parker of course. I can't get over how well I can see. The morning after the procedure, I had to go in for a post op visit. I was reading off the 20/15 line! I don't remember EVER being able to read off that line. Now, my friend Stephanie and her precious little Zoe were gracious enough to take me to the appointment. Stephanie of course was a little wierded out she said when she realized that 3 different doctors had come in to look at my eyes. The reason being I had a fiber on my right eye near the flap they had created to laser my cornea. It felt as if I had a contact in my eye. Needless to say, after much undo worry, they removed the fiber and all is fine. I go tomorrow for the fiber removal check up and then I go Friday for the 1 week post op check up. I am so excited about this gift my parents gave me that I don't know what to do! Having the last 2 days off of work this week sure was an added bonus! Not to mention, NO MORE GLASSES!

Friends

I figured it was about time to update my blog. I am still recovering from David Loyd's surprise party Friday night. Maybe I am finally too old to party like I was 21. What a blast it was though! I really did enjoy seeing all of the frat. brothers out and about having fun. I always do enjoy going out with that crew! Granier coming in town was such a wonderful surprise for EVERYONE! I was really glad that April and Anotonio were able to make it out, too. April looks fabulous after having a baby 2 weeks ago. You go April! I was really emotional at times(probably due to being a little intoxicated) watching the video for Loyd and realizing what an amazing best friend I have in Allison. How did I get so lucky to have such a wonderful friend? She truly is like a sister to me! She and David are going to be a great married couple! If this surprise party was any indication of what is to come for the reception, we are all going to be hurting for a few weeks! July 7th, here we all come!







Update from Halloween. Parker was a cowboy/sheriff. He was absolutely precious...if you can say that about a boy:) He and Emma and Ella Cate went trick or treating for the 4th year in a row. It is the Nannie/Henderson family tradition every Halloween to take the kids around our neighborhood and to usually eat pizza. This year, we skipped the dinner part and just got them trick or treating earlier than normal. Emma and Parker did such a good job walking up to doors and saying "trick or treat." I had to keep Parker from going in to a few of the houses! Here are a few pics from that night.


We have 7 school days until Thanksgiving Break and then we come back for 3 weeks and we will be off for Christmas Break. I can't wait! This year has been the hardest year yet. I still love teaching, though. And the little breaks make it fully worth all the stress we endure. Well, back to the laundry.

Finally Blogging

After much resistance, I have given into blogging. I often read my friends blogs on myspace, but have never done a blog. I decided after reading April's blog on here, that I would give it a try. At work, they are encouraging us to do this to keep in touch with our student's parents. Have I done it??? No...but now I can say I have started.

For those of you who will read this, I will update you on those I call family. I am married to a wonderful man, David. We have been doing this married thing for 4 years and a few months. We have a son, Parker, who will be 3 in a few weeks. We found out before our 1st anniversary we were pregnant with him. Talk about shock! Would we change it? Absolutely not! He is the most amazing thing that has happened to either of us. He is so fun! He completely shocks us on a daily basis. The things that come out of his mouth are hilarious!!! David is in his 6th year teaching and I am in my 5th year teaching. David is actually contemplating a new job and is struggling with wether he is ready to leave the classroom. I think he might not be quite ready to leave his students yet. I guess this enough for now. Will update as soon as I remember!