Busy Around Here

Just a few little tidbits from our life lately. :)

Last Saturday we had a retirement party for my dad! :) He had been with his company for 31.5 years and we wanted to celebrate the hard work and dedication he gave to his job and taking such wonderful care of his family. His retirement came a little bit early for his comfort initially (new management at work and a lack of human thoughtfulness) but by the time he actually "left the building" his mind was already well into retirement mode. :) I think there has been a permanent smile on his face each time I've seen him since then and I have a feeling it's just going to keep getting better! He's not the type to sit around doing nothing ~ he has plans and he's not afraid to bring them to fruition. :) I'm so proud of him.....his ethics and the way he can turn a really *crappy* (i'd love to say another word there) situation into something positive! I'm so excited for he and my mom and the next stage of their journey together. Congratualtions dad ~ YOU ARE AWESOME! :)
On Monday I was scheduled to take the NET (nursing entrance test). My appointment was scheduled for 2pm.......I'm planning on applying to the nursing program this coming December and this is one of the criteria for admission. I was pretty nervous about it, but I had been studying (ha ~ when does the mom of a 7 month old have time to study?! :)) the study guide for a couple of weeks. You have to get a certain number of points to pass it. If you don't, you have the option to re-take it after 60 days. So.....it was a bit more difficult than I expected but....I passed it!! :) Sooo happy to have that behind me. Next step.....Chemistry this Fall. I start the week after Cassie's wedding and end the last week of November. It's only an 8 week class and I'm a bit stressed about finding the *time* to get that amount of work done, but it's the only class that really worked with everything that was going on this Fall. I can do it.....I can do it! :)(me & milo singing "itsy bitsy spider" ~ it's his favorite song right now :))

On Tuesday we learned that Matt's dad had a heart attack and was in the hospital. :( It's really difficult for Matt to be away from his family when things like this happen. I completely understand and always encourage him to be with them when he needs to. I really wished all of us could be there, but on *short notice* like that ~ it's difficult to get everyone together in the timeframe that it needs to happen. I'm just glad Matt was able to do what felt comfortable and important to him.....and that was to be with his dad and his family. His dad is doing well and is home now.......thank goodnes!!! Now let's just pray that it doesn't happen again ~ he has such an important place in our family and we would never be the same without him. (hint hint to Duke if you're reading this ~ if there is a next time....GO STRAIGHT TO THE HOSPITAL! :))

The rest of the week has been full of trying to figure out little Milo and why he doesn't want to take naps or sleep at night......he only wants to follow me around whining (loudly) but really doesn't want to be picked up or put down. :( He's been waking up around 4am ready for the day! Mommy is worn out! :)
Today I get to babysit my nephew Asher and my niece Journey (ages 5 & almost 3) It's going to be a busy day!!! :) Looking forward to spending some time with them. :)