Happy birthday, boys!

Happy birthday, Hansan and Dallan!

     Even though the twin's birthday was today, we are officially celebrating it next weekend when  older siblings can participate. I gave the boys the option of a big party with friends this year, but instead they opted to only have a family party. I am pretty proud of them for this, shows where their hearts are. This was still a big day for them, and even though Erick is not here, they felt his spirit with them. I love these boys.

My babies turning 16.

I am not sure what to think- my babies are turning 16. The boys are so excited. It's another step towards independence: driving ... dating. I suppose I have to gradually cut these apron strings, but only a tiny bit, okay? :-) I know, I know ... seriously, I know. Have faith, Lynne, you know they are good boys and so far they've proven to be trustworthy, so don't worry, it will be okay.

Hansan and Dallan had me carting them all over the country today. First to pick up a friend, then dropped them off at the theater to watch the latest Thor with a group of more friends; then picked them up and took Ethan home. Afterwards we drove home for a few seconds, then off to Game Stop, then to Walmart, then home. So by the time they wanted me to take them some place else in the evening I said NO! So, maybe it will be a good thing once they can help out with all this driving! So much for worrying about more independence! Bring....it....on.... :-)

The twins and I babysat for Emrie and Luke last night. I love my little grandchildren.

Only three weeks until I have my BACHELOR'S DEGREE! The semester is winding down quickly! Yay!

Tick tock goes the clock

Tick tock, here I am feeling the culture of 'teenage world' .... it's almost midnight and my boys are not back from a stake Halloween party/dance. I trust these two boys but I thought it was over by 11 p.m. This reminds me of so many hours and evenings I waited up for some of my older kids. I've had a reprieve from those out-of-the-house late nights because the twins are about 6 years behind Taylor. But now we begin again ... tick tock, tick tock.  :-(

My leg seems to be healing fine. All black and blue, and looks like someone hit me with a truck, but no pain and I can walk normally. I sure hope this procedure did the trick of getting rid of my big, ole' ugly, varicose veins.

I have a sleep study appointment next week. I guess I'm getting all fixed up. NOW, if only this weight would drop off of me!

I had a long conversation with Michael. He broke up with Kaitlin a couple of days ago. He feels it's just not right and he feels like he gave it enough time to know. He said Kaitlin is very, very sad about it.

Taylor has been dating Melinda and he's starting to feel like she's not 'the one' after all. He sent a little girl off on her mission and I think he's still sweet on her. We will wait and see what happens in the world of ...

MY BOYS!

:-)

Come home, Hansan and Dallan - !!!!

The Tables Turn

As the tables turn:

Dallan: "Mom, will you please rinse your cup out before setting it in the sink so it's not so hard to wash out?"
Hansan: "Yeah, mom."
Me: ":-)" (with a 'knowing' look in my eye)

My, my, I guess the best teacher is experience, instead of harping and nagging and begging and pleading and demanding and reminding and whatever/s. :-) Life can be very amusing.

Varicose Veins and Shh!

Since the birth of my twins, I have felt mortified about varicose veins in my right leg. Since my school insurance will cover the procedure because of slight insufficient blood flow, I finally tried to have them taken care of. The original plan was to do laser but once the doctor got to looking around, he decided it was too risky so he opted to do the stab and pull type surgery. This happened on Tuesday. I sure hope those big, ugly bulging blood vessels will be gone! If not, they will perform a different procedure.

I have a sneaky feeling that it won't be too long before Taylor gets married ... shh, be quiet about it.

Flat Tire!

This is a blog I wrote several weeks ago but forgot to post it:

So, yesterday I planned to stay inside to do homework, housework, and chill. Did that happen? Of course not. Why? Because the boys went out to wash, clean, and vacuum the car, which was parked in the garage, only to come running back inside to inform me that one of the tires was flat; not just flat, but FLAT.Remember when I talked about not letting minuscule situations get in the way of the bigger picture? Out the window that thought flew as I fretted and raged as to how to solve this 'humongous' dilemma. After all, this was a problem of grand magnitude! ..... so what if I am exaggerating .... it WAS frustrating. There is no spare tire, didn't realize I'd let my AAA expire, the neighbors are gone, can't get a hold of my home teachers, and none of my older boys can help. Hmm.

Well, the twins finally found a neighbor who let us borrow an air compressor. We were able to hobble over to Discount Tire, and the HUGE problem was solved without having to spend a dime.  :-)

I feel better now and then humbled. The flat tire happened on the weekend instead as I'm traveling back and forth to school and 'work'. It happened when the twins were home so they could help me. It didn't cost an arm and a leg to fix and was installed with a brand new tire. I mean, really, why did it seem so frantically frustrating to begin with .... like I said, don't sweat the small stuff! :-)

Writing Slacker

Here I go, being a writing slacker again. Oh well. I will do what I can, when I can. Who says I have to be perfect. :-)

My last semester is halfway over and I'm presently studying for my midterms. Wow, a bachelor's degree in December. My goal finally coming to fruition. I feel very blessed. I will soon move into the master's program.

On Tuesday I go to the Mayo Clinic to have my right leg worked on. The big embarrassing varicose vein will be demolished, as well as some smaller spider veins that could cause problems. My school insurance helps out a lot.

I had a nice experience with my supervisor this week. She shared with me that she likes my counseling style and things we could make a great team. She wishes my masters internship could be with her (but it can't). She said she also likes my personality. We are exactly the same age and I am thankful my first experience with counseling was with her. She's very good at what she does and always has a positive attitude. It's very refreshing. I will miss her.