Random Pictures

I have so many pictures of her sleeping...I think that there is nothing more precious than watching a child sleep.




I was scrapbooking and she wanted to help. So, I printed off a picture of her from the computer and she did her own scrapbooking! Turned out rather well if I must say so myself!

My great friend Shanna was a HUGE lifesaver. She came to the hospital after my dad past away and was the greatest friend ever. Her and her mom just took care of Emily for me. Kimberly, Shanna's mom, bought Emily a wooden cupcake set from the hospital gift shop that comes with markers so she can decorate, erase and decorate all over again. Well, the next day, Shanna came over to the house with 3 boxes of cake mix, 3 frosting's and cupcake papers. Emily and Shanna made cupcakes together! It was so nice to have something so positive for Emily going on. Poor Emily couldn't stop crying, waking up in the middle of the night crying out for papa. She had witnessed everything while I was attempting to drive my dad to the hospital...I think that she kept dreaming about it. Shanna was the one person who could get her to laugh for the first week after everything. Emily still asks when we are going to see Shanna again!

The Oregon Coast

I absolutely love the beach. It is the most amazing place to be. I captured these pictures. Some are from October, and the sunset is from Friday night. Just thought that I would share some.

SNOW!!

Ok, trying to get out of this state of depression I have been in for the past month...
It actually snowed here!!! I was more than thrilled, however most of the other people here were not! I love the snow. It is so much better than the rain. At least when it snows, it is still sunny outside...not so depressing. It started snowing Monday night on Novemeber 22nd and continued through Tuesday. It didn't stick much, but Emily was thrilled. She made a snow angel on the deck.

For an Amazing Father and Papa

November 2nd, 2010 my world came crashing in as I watched my dad pass on. It was sudden and completely unexpected. I miss him so much and my heart aches constantly. He was an amazing man who did so much for others. He was the greatest dad and an even better papa. I was no where near prepared for this, but I know that this is better than having to watch him suffer from Alzheimer's. I love you dad and I miss you so much.

God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be,
So He put his arms around you and whispered, "Come with Me."

With tearful eyes I watched you and saw you pass away,
Although I loved you dearly, I could not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest,
God broke my heart to prove to me, He only takes the best.

Sick

My poor girl has had what I thought was a cold for 3 weeks now. Finally Friday I decided the poor girl has dealt with it long enough and I called the doctors office. Well, come to find out, her doctor only works Mondays now and is booked until mid-November! Obviously that wasn't going to work, so I had to schedule her in to see another doctor for today (luckily they are open 7 days a week!) So this morning at 9 I took Emily in to a doctor she had never seen before...if you know my daughter, she is just like me and extremely shy around people she doesn't know. Most doctors are very patient and understanding...not this one. I was less than impressed with her and refuse to let my daughter see her again. However, we did get a diagnosis of a bacterial sinus infection and she is now on some really strong antibiotics for 5 days. If they don't work, I am taking her back in and seeing the P.A. that we have seen before and I love. So, let's hope she gets feeling better soon.
Last Wednesday Emily went on her first fieldtrip of the school year. They went to a pumpkin patch in Corvallis. She got to pick out a pumpkin, which all of the pumpkins were green, and in the words of Emily, got to go on a ride with hay seats! She was exhausted when they got back. My parents picked her up because my mom and dad both got off of work around the time they were supposed to be back (the bus ended up getting back over an hour late because of construction.) But I do believe they all had fun. Next week they are having a Halloween party and she gets to wear her costume!
Speaking of Halloween, I was supposed to get the night off, but my manager "forgot" and is now unable to give it to me. So I will miss her very first Trick or treat experience, but hopefully my mom can take her.

First Day of Preschool 9-21-2010

Emily really missed school over the summer and couldn't wait to go back. When we walked into class, her teacher was so excited to see her, I wish I had a camera on had to record their facial expressions! So far her teachers have said that they are quite surprised at how much she has changed over the summer and how much she has come out of her shell. She is interacting with kids this year and helping other kids. I am quite proud!!
In other news: We are already on round 2 of the cold. She was sick for about 2 weeks with the cold, and just came down with it again Thursday night...this time much worse. Luckily this morning she is feeling tons better. My parents have been so great with watching her and taking care of her while I am working so much. My dad even sacrificed watching football yesterday so Emily could watch some Disney movies and cuddle.
Will have to post another blog soon...I have tons of fun pictures, just the lack of time to post them!

AAGGHH!!!

Where oh where has my sweet little girl gone? I swear, I spend my entire work week missing her so much, and then my one day off, she spends the whole day throwing fits, whining, complaining, etc. Is this her acting out because I am working so much? Or is this her acting out because school has started back up and my parents have returned to work so she isn't getting as much attention? I don't know...but I want my sweet little girl back!!
Next week she goes back to preschool three days a week. She is so excited to go and see teacher Ginger. We went and got "school" clothes, but she really just needed new clothes. She is all set for school now. And, we even managed to get a costume for Halloween. Yes, this year I am finally letting her go out. Let the good times roll! But, we will just be going to the mall where I know the candy is safe and it will be well lit. I am slightly paranoid!
I was going to go out to Michigan this past week and get my things, but because of the financial set back from the car accidents, the trip is being postponed until late spring.
Summer is offically over...the rain has arrived and I am already depressed! Business at work hasn't really slowed down, which has been nice. I've only had a few slow nights and it about killed me out of boredom. But, the lobby and desk area are exceptionally clean!