As 2013 comes to a close, I can't help but look back at events, some good, some bad.
I lost my Grandmother, suddenly, even though we knew it could be anytime, it was still sudden. She was at home with the love of her life, on his shoulder in fact, and went peacefully in her sleep. I'm not good with remembering dates, but I believe it was a year and a half later that my Grandfather passed away, not quite so peacefully, after battling cancer. I miss them, dearly. I commend my uncles for staying with him through his battle, providing the care that he needed, showing love to him as he has to his sons all these years, and the faith to help him come to terms with what as happening. I know they are happy now, together in Heaven.
I took my first solo trip in March. I went to Richmond with the Honor Society from school, we had a blast! It was the first time I had been away from home since Eddie was born, and the first time I had been on a trip without family. I think I needed it. It was a little scary, good scary. Maybe it's simple to some people, but to anyone who knows my story, it was a pretty big step. I'm looking forward to taking my final trip with my group the last weekend of February!
Eddie turned 2! It's hard to believe that we are going on our third year with the little guy. He's our miracle baby, and not a day goes by that I don't remember it. Every time we pass the Surry County Hospital, Clarence or I one say, that's where our life started. It seems like such a short time ago that we were there with him. Now he's full speed what seems like 24-7, and I wouldn't have it any other way! He's mature beyond his years, surprises me with how smart he is, but is still going through the terrible two's as everyone else does. As my wise Aunt Karen tells me through each phase "this too shall pass". I can't wait to begin another year with him.
Clarence and I celebrated our 5th wedding anniversary, again, a short 5 years! In a way I feel like we have been together forever (in a good way), but then it feels like the last 6 years together have flown by. We are strong, strong in our love for one another, our commitment to our family, and I look forward to many, many more years together. That man is my rock, my shoulder when I need it, he makes me laugh, and I'm proud to be his wife. I see so much of him in Eddie, most of it good, could do without the lack of patience he passed on though!
I worked over the summer at the OB-GYN office in Mt. Airy for my internship, it was great! It took a lot, and I mean a lot, to get there, but I made it and made a lot of friends while I was there. It was a 10 week course, leaving me with only 4 classes to take before graduating. Since then I have completed another semester and only have one remaining. I took Speech over the fall semester, the dreaded class since I began. It wasn't nearly as bad as I thought. I didn't choke, or die. My teacher was great, as they all have been at NRCC! I have two classes to go in the spring, and graduation is May 15!!
I started a new job. Shortly after my internship was over I started working at Results. I was happy to have a job, but wasn't sure I was going to like it, I have grown to like it. Do we ever like everything about our job? No. As is the case with this one, but the work isn't bad, and I enjoy the people I am around. I'm a firm believer in making the best of every situation. I have come to find out (mainly in the last 7 years) that I really am a people person. I enjoy being able to have a serious conversation with a friend, but also being able to cut up and act silly. I never thought I would connect with people so quickly, either, something I can say I've learned about myself.
Clarence started a new job. He too enjoyed the people he worked with at his old job, and has remained good friends with most of those people, but it was time for a change. He had his reasons, and I respect those reasons and support him in whatever he chooses to do. He's now working for Jolly's Classic Cars and is really enjoying it. He works a lot, all the time it seems, when he's not working there he's working on something from home. Still making time to spend the evenings (and most mornings) playing with Eddie until bedtime, and telling each other about our days. Sunday's are our day together, the only full one minus holidays, and I cherish them.
My uncle found out he had cancer, not long after my Grandfather passed. Out of respect, I won't go into any detail, but am pleased to say he is doing great and has recovered well from surgery. I thank God daily for having my Aunt's and Uncles in my life, but especially my Aunt Karen and Uncle Herman. They have been like my parents these last few years and I am so thankful for them. I honestly don't know where I would be without their love and support.
Clarence got another clean bill of health from his oncologist in September. What a relief! Believe me, there's been no lack of praying on my part, nor thanking God for that blessing. It's one of those things, you don't suspect anything is wrong but the conformation is fantastic. God is good.
My grandparents in Atlanta have had some rocky roads with their health, both seem to be doing fairly well now. If there's one thing I have learned this year it is that nothing is certain. Any one of us could go at anytime, and for that reason I want to spend more time with those I love. Going to see my grandparents is on the top of my list, because I know that their time is coming too, and I don't want to miss the time we have together. Due to family issues, I sometimes feel like I have a lot of years to make up in a short time. It's hard to plan a trip with their health not being good, sometimes they don't feel like having company! We will go down though, even if it's just for one day.
I'm an aunt again! I am SUPER proud to announce that I have a niece! Anna Grace Logan, I haven't gotten to see her yet as she has been in the children's hospital in Winston since birth, but it sounds like she will get to start off the new year at home, which is wonderful news. I can't wait to see them. I'm proud of her mama for doing so well, against all odds, to get her here, and thank God that they are both OK. I'm proud of my brother Jake for being such a great Dad to all three of his children, and being so supportive and helping Ashlee throughout her pregnancy. He's a hard worker, that's for sure. Need a tree taken care of? Call Jake!
I'm going to be an aunt, again!! Brother Ben and sister-in-law Dianna are due to have a baby girl in May! How lucky am I? Pretty lucky I think. Ben and I seem to cross paths a lot lately, but we make an effort to talk regularly, and see each other when we can. Life gets in the way sometimes. I'm proud of him as well, he's such a great dad and husband. He works ALL the time, but he does it to support his family and for that I commend him. He's always there when I need him, offering advice and support. I know that I never have to worry about him turning his back on me.
I didn't mean to ramble so, but if you're still reading, I hope I didn't leave anything out. I'm sure I did. I hope that everyone has a wonderful 2014! I hope you reach your goals, whatever they may be, and that you make the upcoming year the best yet. Love to all of my friends and family, thank you for being in my life, for understanding and not judging. Thank you for being you.
Peace, Love, Joy, and Happiness in 2014.
Monday, December 30, 2013
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Almost a year...
Less than a week shy of it being a year since I last posted! I apologize. :)
I just finished the Spring semester, it was a good one, but seemed like a long one too! I took 6 classes, and surprisingly enough didn't completely lose my sanity. I have signed up for fall semester already, taking 6 classes again, and that will leave 1 class to take next Spring before I graduate. I made some amazing new friends this semester, which is a nice change since I haven't really gotten to meet that many people since I haven't been on campus much. That's really the only downside to taking classes at home.
Last fall I joined the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society at NRCC and have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know the other members! In March I took my first trip away from home without someone familiar going with me, I accompanied the PTK to our Regional Convention in Richmond for 2 days, it was awesome! I really enjoyed it, and will be attending next year as well.
I am starting an internship with Northern Hospital in Mt. Airy on May 20. I am super excited about it, it has been a long wait trying to get everything worked out, but it's finally happening. The internship will be mainly on billing and coding with some other clerical duties thrown in, to may knowledge. It will end July 31, my birthday! :)
Eddie is now 2 years old! He is talking up a storm, too. He talks to us in complete sentences and carries on conversations! I remember last year saying many times that we couldn't wait until we could understand what he was saying, now we can! We started potty training yesterday, and he is doing very well! It's definitely physically and mentally draining for both of us, but all-in-all he is doing great with it. He is napping right now, which is the only reason I am getting to write this!
Clarence is still working all the time, as usual. He is getting to spend a lot more weekends here with us because he's not doing as much in the shop. He brought Eddie a matchbox car last night for doing such a good job with his first day of potty training, Eddie thought that was great!!
We took Eddie to the Asheboro Zoo a few weekends ago, that was a lot of fun. He loved getting to see all of the animals, and he walked just about the whole way! That's a lot of walking for a little one. Unfortunately, I have no pictures from that trip. I forgot my camera, so we stopped at Kmart and bought a $20 one that we could get the pictures up on Facebook with, but while trying to get them off the camera I deleted them. Made me sick. :(
I think the clothes are about through washing so I need to go take a shower before Eddie wakes up!
Until next time...
I just finished the Spring semester, it was a good one, but seemed like a long one too! I took 6 classes, and surprisingly enough didn't completely lose my sanity. I have signed up for fall semester already, taking 6 classes again, and that will leave 1 class to take next Spring before I graduate. I made some amazing new friends this semester, which is a nice change since I haven't really gotten to meet that many people since I haven't been on campus much. That's really the only downside to taking classes at home.
Last fall I joined the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society at NRCC and have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know the other members! In March I took my first trip away from home without someone familiar going with me, I accompanied the PTK to our Regional Convention in Richmond for 2 days, it was awesome! I really enjoyed it, and will be attending next year as well.
I am starting an internship with Northern Hospital in Mt. Airy on May 20. I am super excited about it, it has been a long wait trying to get everything worked out, but it's finally happening. The internship will be mainly on billing and coding with some other clerical duties thrown in, to may knowledge. It will end July 31, my birthday! :)
Eddie is now 2 years old! He is talking up a storm, too. He talks to us in complete sentences and carries on conversations! I remember last year saying many times that we couldn't wait until we could understand what he was saying, now we can! We started potty training yesterday, and he is doing very well! It's definitely physically and mentally draining for both of us, but all-in-all he is doing great with it. He is napping right now, which is the only reason I am getting to write this!
Clarence is still working all the time, as usual. He is getting to spend a lot more weekends here with us because he's not doing as much in the shop. He brought Eddie a matchbox car last night for doing such a good job with his first day of potty training, Eddie thought that was great!!
We took Eddie to the Asheboro Zoo a few weekends ago, that was a lot of fun. He loved getting to see all of the animals, and he walked just about the whole way! That's a lot of walking for a little one. Unfortunately, I have no pictures from that trip. I forgot my camera, so we stopped at Kmart and bought a $20 one that we could get the pictures up on Facebook with, but while trying to get them off the camera I deleted them. Made me sick. :(
I think the clothes are about through washing so I need to go take a shower before Eddie wakes up!
Until next time...
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Time Sure Does Fly
Wow, I can't believe I haven't posted anything since January. I'm such a slacker.
A lot has happened in the last four months. My dear Grandma passed away, I miss her so much. My Grandfather found out he has cancer, which he is doing everything he can to take care of. Luckily the good Lord is watching out for him and everything seems to be under control at the moment. Love him to pieces. :)
My baby boy turned a year old! I can't believe it, this was possibly the fastest year of my life. He is going on 14 months now, running, getting in trouble, and attempting to talk. Can't believe my baby is growing up so fast...
I just completed my second semester at college, finished with a 3.2 GPA with an average over the two semesters of a 3.7. I can't complain, I got straight A's the first semester and then one A and four B+ the second. I am thoroughly enjoying the summer break, but am still looking forward to the start of the next semester.
We have planted a nice size garden this year. My beans are just starting to push through the ground, I'm so glad to see them!! I still have to plant peas, onions, and some peppers, but then I'm done. I'm looking forward to harvest time, I will be doing a lot of canning this year! I have planted a lot more flowers this year than in years past. I took it upon myself to clean up the bushes around the house some and made room for a few small flower beds. I will have to post some pictures soon, it doesn't look half bad. There is a lot more pruning to be done, but not until fall. The ones I pruned I took completely down, so there was no worries of killing anything! I got into some poison ivy while I was cleaning up and am now covered in it. It's on my arms, stomach, legs, neck, face. *sigh* I'm not sure how it got EVERYWHERE, I was wearing clothes. :P
We bought a horse from my cousin a few weeks ago. I haven't had much time to work with him, but he seems like he needs it. We got him out to have his hooves trimmed and it didn't go very well. He has no respect for humans what-so-ever, and he seems to be fully aware that he is MUCH bigger than we are and can really do what he pleases. I think with some work though he will be a good horse, I assume his attitude is from lack of handling. After you are with him for a few minutes he seems to be ok, but still has some issues. This is the first time I have had a horse since Haley. I honestly don't know that I have the nerve to ride, but it is nice to have a big pet to love on. :P
Eddie is napping, and I was going to cut grass but I ran out of gas. So I guess I should go clean the house....
A lot has happened in the last four months. My dear Grandma passed away, I miss her so much. My Grandfather found out he has cancer, which he is doing everything he can to take care of. Luckily the good Lord is watching out for him and everything seems to be under control at the moment. Love him to pieces. :)
My baby boy turned a year old! I can't believe it, this was possibly the fastest year of my life. He is going on 14 months now, running, getting in trouble, and attempting to talk. Can't believe my baby is growing up so fast...
I just completed my second semester at college, finished with a 3.2 GPA with an average over the two semesters of a 3.7. I can't complain, I got straight A's the first semester and then one A and four B+ the second. I am thoroughly enjoying the summer break, but am still looking forward to the start of the next semester.
We have planted a nice size garden this year. My beans are just starting to push through the ground, I'm so glad to see them!! I still have to plant peas, onions, and some peppers, but then I'm done. I'm looking forward to harvest time, I will be doing a lot of canning this year! I have planted a lot more flowers this year than in years past. I took it upon myself to clean up the bushes around the house some and made room for a few small flower beds. I will have to post some pictures soon, it doesn't look half bad. There is a lot more pruning to be done, but not until fall. The ones I pruned I took completely down, so there was no worries of killing anything! I got into some poison ivy while I was cleaning up and am now covered in it. It's on my arms, stomach, legs, neck, face. *sigh* I'm not sure how it got EVERYWHERE, I was wearing clothes. :P
We bought a horse from my cousin a few weeks ago. I haven't had much time to work with him, but he seems like he needs it. We got him out to have his hooves trimmed and it didn't go very well. He has no respect for humans what-so-ever, and he seems to be fully aware that he is MUCH bigger than we are and can really do what he pleases. I think with some work though he will be a good horse, I assume his attitude is from lack of handling. After you are with him for a few minutes he seems to be ok, but still has some issues. This is the first time I have had a horse since Haley. I honestly don't know that I have the nerve to ride, but it is nice to have a big pet to love on. :P
Eddie is napping, and I was going to cut grass but I ran out of gas. So I guess I should go clean the house....
Monday, January 16, 2012
Thankful
If there is one thing I am a firm believer in, it is that everything happens for a reason. Granted, I am a firm believer in a lot of things, but this is a big one for me. In every bad situation there is some good. Either a learning experience, or maybe something is about to happen that wouldn't have originated without experiencing the bad first. And I have one very good example...
Seven years ago I started working at a farm here in Meadows of Dan, just because I enjoyed animals and had nothing else to do. This is where I met Clarence, about a year after I started working there. I didn't pay him much mind, he was known to be on the "wild" side and we didn't work in the same departments. We saw each other maybe once a day in passing. With a nod of the head and a friendly "hello", we went on about our individual days. It wasn't until Clarence started feeling sick that we saw each other more often. He did more work around the barns and was a little less "wild" than he normally was. As time went on, he started feeling worse and worse. Finally, a year later, he gave in and went to the hospital. The doctor told him what he already suspected. He had cancer. During his stay in the hospital we would text message from time to time, he was always in a good mood and handled the situation extremely well. He underwent treatments and more hospital stays, and after a year pulled out of it with a full recovery. Thank God! It wasn't until a couple of months later that we started "dating", a year later resulting in our marriage. Almost five years have gone by now, and not a day goes by that I don't thank the good Lord above that he is here with me today. We have an amazing, beautiful son together, and a life I wouldn't trade for anything!
Now to my point. Everything happens for a reason. Clarence and I both believe very strongly that had he not had cancer, I would not be here today. He also believes that it was somewhat of a wake-up call for him to settle down and not be so "wild". ;) I never in a million years imagined my life turning out this way, and never in a million years would I change it.
Seven years ago I started working at a farm here in Meadows of Dan, just because I enjoyed animals and had nothing else to do. This is where I met Clarence, about a year after I started working there. I didn't pay him much mind, he was known to be on the "wild" side and we didn't work in the same departments. We saw each other maybe once a day in passing. With a nod of the head and a friendly "hello", we went on about our individual days. It wasn't until Clarence started feeling sick that we saw each other more often. He did more work around the barns and was a little less "wild" than he normally was. As time went on, he started feeling worse and worse. Finally, a year later, he gave in and went to the hospital. The doctor told him what he already suspected. He had cancer. During his stay in the hospital we would text message from time to time, he was always in a good mood and handled the situation extremely well. He underwent treatments and more hospital stays, and after a year pulled out of it with a full recovery. Thank God! It wasn't until a couple of months later that we started "dating", a year later resulting in our marriage. Almost five years have gone by now, and not a day goes by that I don't thank the good Lord above that he is here with me today. We have an amazing, beautiful son together, and a life I wouldn't trade for anything!
Now to my point. Everything happens for a reason. Clarence and I both believe very strongly that had he not had cancer, I would not be here today. He also believes that it was somewhat of a wake-up call for him to settle down and not be so "wild". ;) I never in a million years imagined my life turning out this way, and never in a million years would I change it.
Monday, August 15, 2011
Addicted?
It's true. I think I have an addiction....Online yard sales! These county facebook yard sale pages are awesome! I bought Eddie a scooter that looks almost identical to the one we had when we were kids, and my nephew Owen uses now, except this one has plastic handlebars, for $5! And then I found a barn with all the animals (you know, the one that moos when you open the door...we had one of those when we were little too!) for $5 too! Who would have ever thought you would be able to sit in your air conditioned house on a rainy Sunday afternoon and yard sale. Technology, I'm tellin' ya....
It's 5:30 Am and I should be sleeping. Clarence had to get up at 5, the alarm about made us both hit the roof, I couldn't believe it was already time to get up! Eddie didn't wake up all night! He went to bed around 8 last night, and has been snoozing ever since...Heaven on earth. This is the second time he's done this. Saturday I only got up twice with him, so I'm not complaining about that either!
We are going to get books today, I'm so excited!! Classes begin in one week, hard to believe!
It's 5:30 Am and I should be sleeping. Clarence had to get up at 5, the alarm about made us both hit the roof, I couldn't believe it was already time to get up! Eddie didn't wake up all night! He went to bed around 8 last night, and has been snoozing ever since...Heaven on earth. This is the second time he's done this. Saturday I only got up twice with him, so I'm not complaining about that either!
We are going to get books today, I'm so excited!! Classes begin in one week, hard to believe!
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Weekend Adventures
Yesterday Clarence and I went to a yard sale to check out some couches. We have been needing a new couch for some time now, we really need two, but one in particular was awful to look at and sit on! We got to the yard sale around 8:30, and boy am I glad we did! There were two couches, though one was lime green with bright flowers on it and seated 6 people, so that was out of the question. The other was brown, and looked brand new! So I asked the lady how much it was and she said $30, I about fell over! There was no way we could pass that up, so it came home with us. :)
I love it! It sits very comfortably, and looks good to boot. I couldn't believe it was only $30, what a deal! Shortly after I got the house in order, some of our neighbors came by and brought me a bouquet of flowers, which I also loved! :)
Well, Eddie isn't sounding too happy as I sit here and ignore his kicks in my side, I think it's time for a snack. Once my bread rises and bakes, we have 3 loads of laundry to take to the laundromat. Happy Sunday!
I love it! It sits very comfortably, and looks good to boot. I couldn't believe it was only $30, what a deal! Shortly after I got the house in order, some of our neighbors came by and brought me a bouquet of flowers, which I also loved! :)
Well, Eddie isn't sounding too happy as I sit here and ignore his kicks in my side, I think it's time for a snack. Once my bread rises and bakes, we have 3 loads of laundry to take to the laundromat. Happy Sunday!
Pictures of Eddie James
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