So Grateful!

I am just amazed at all of the blessings that we are receiving during all of this "recovery". Still the greatest thanks goes out to my mother who is pretty much at my house everyday cleaning and helping me with the kids. She hasn't been feeling very good at all. She recently had a tube put in her kidney to open it up. She still needs to finish the proceedure at the end of the month yet, she keeps pushing herself to be able to help me. I am blessed to have her. Also, hats off to my Relief Society Presidency who have arranged meals and cooked meals and helped me clean my house. I don't know what we've done to recieve such help from everyone. We have the greatest friends and ward members that there is. We are so gratefull for everyones prayers and phone calls. Every day I get a little bit stronger and a little bit better. It's slower than I'd like, but it's hard to believe that it's been 2 weeks already. I've got a lot of other things to post, but I don't make it to the computer that often so one of these days I'll post a zillion things. Thank goodness it's summer vacation. It's going to be busy, but it's a change of gears at least.

Doing Great!

I made it down stairs with help from my DH (dear husband). I thought I'd give everyone an update. Everything went well for the surgery. The Dr. said that it was worse than he thought when he got in there because I had a bunch of bone spurs and that were in the way and that I had progressive degenerative disc disease. (I knew that I felt to old to be this young!!ha ha) He said that we'd discuss this more at my 2 week check up. Over all i'm doing great! I made it for a walk around the block this morning and then again this evening plus around the church and back. My leg twitches a bit afterwards, but nothing too big. I'm doing exactly what I'm supposed to do. I appreciate all the help that my mom & Shelly are doing for me. My mom's been coming everyday and Shelly has kept Claudia overnight everynight except for 1 that Shane's mom kept her. The part I hate the most is being away from her so much and depending on my mom so much. Shane's been good to help with the kids and his parents and sister Wendy. Infact Wendy is keeping the older 3 at her house tonight. So we are childless. It's nice, but lonley.
I'm also having to be humble and ask for help from others, which is harder to do than I thought. So if you feel the urge to help give me a ring, I'm sure I can find something for you to do. I didn't realize what an important person I was to MY family. This is a lesson to myself that I really DO have such a strong influence on those around me and they really do depend on me. I can't wait to get back to normal. (Life without painkillers) They sure do effect you. They knock me out pretty bad. Infact I'm having a rough time staying focused on this so I'll quit. Check back in a few days, I'll keep you posted. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers they are helping I promise!!

Wish Me Well!

So I go in for back surgery on Monday. I have to be to the hospital at 6:15 am. I'll stay one night, so I'll be home on Tuesday. I'm a little nervous, but I feel like this is going to be the only way to feel better. I've had a lot of pain the last couple of days, which I think is a confirmation that this has to be done and it has to be done now! I know that we are being watched over from above and that everything will turn out. Bishop King is going to give me a blessing on Sunday. With faith and prayers I know that I can return to good health and recover fully. Please remember Shane in your prayers. He's going to be taking on a lot this summer, with me,the kids,the business, & Parks & Rec.. He's maxed out enough, with out me having this surgery so this could possibly be a breaking point for him. As soon as I'm able I'll post to let everyone know how it went. Wish me luck!

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Shanes TRUE Color

What's Your True Color?

My Result: Red

Your color is red, the color of racy sportscars, blushing cheeks, and luscious roses. Red symbolizes passion, romance, and love. So, since you're ruled by red, you probably trust your feelings more than your brain and tend to act spontaneously. If you see something you want, you go for it without thinking twice — impulsive is your middle name. You don't wait around for people to make decisions, either; you dive right in. Quite the romantic, you pay close attention to your emotions. In fact, if your heart isn't in what you're doing, you won't be satisfied. Of course, even when you do pour all your energy into the projects you tackle, your impetuous nature means your passions can shift as frequently as the wind. That's why some reds have trouble with commitment. Our advice? Next time you're feeling fickle, think before you act, if possible. You might be surprised at the results. Overall, though, it's great to be red. No one lives life more completely than you do.

What are you?
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My TRUE color!

What's Your True Color?

My Result: Blue

You're blue — the most soothing shade of the spectrum. The color of a clear summer sky or a deep, reflective ocean, blue has traditionally symbolized trust, solitude, and loyalty. Most likely a thoughtful person who values spending some time on your own, you'd rather connect deeply with a few people than have a bunch of slight acquaintances. Luckily, making close friends isn't that hard, since people are naturally attracted to you — they're soothed by your calming presence. Cool and collected, you rarely overreact. Instead, you think things through before coming to a decision. That level-headed, thoughtful approach to life is patently blue — and patently you!

What are you?
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