Wednesday, September 7, 2011

How about a TINY, LIttle Update on my Bday...

Yes, today I am 37!! I don't mind getting older..it is actually kind of fun!! :) Well...everything besides the wrinkles and gray hairs taking over my head.....LOL

***I promise, We are all doing GREAT...life is just UNBELIEVABLY CRAZY right now!! Wes learned how to climb on everything in ONE day and hasn't stopped... My other kids could take a tumble after climbing on the couch..and no big deal....Wes falls off the couch and it is an all day sit in the E.R. (which we have experienced :( He has climbed out of his crib and fallen and nearly given me a HEART ATTACK!!! So.... I've felt busy before.....I've felt chaos and pulled in many directions....THIS IS JUST A STEP ABOVE anything i've ever dealt with... Picture running/climbing toddler about to hurt himself at every turn..and 5 other YOUNG children looking at me and NEEDING me...And well...that's my day in a nut shell!!!!!! :) The crazy thing is.....I'd go through it ALL a million more times if I got to be the Momma to my 6 kiddos!! BUT...it leaves NO computer time anymore!! Wes also hasn't slept since his surgery...So, I'm up most of the night with him too...So...yes...challenging time... BUT my Sweet Wes is SO sweet and so darn cute that I'd do anything and give up anything to make sure he's safe...so that's what I've done!! I MUST focus on his safety and my other 5 kiddos for now and hopefully some day I'll find time again to INVITE yall back into our crazy good daily life!!! :) LOL

***Thanks so much for all the sweet emails and comments...I have read them all and so appreciate you guys checking on us...Wes is FEELING GREAT!!!! And, OH SO CUTE:
He got a good follow up report from his surgeon... We did have to schedule another smaller surgery for another MUCH smaller birth defect...but they aren't doing that until later this fall...thank goodness!!! Gives us a little more time to heal!! :)

***We have other good changes going on in our life too right now.....which is all exciting stuff..and I'll hopefully share some more pics and things on that in the future!!!!!!

**A lot of you have asked about my sister's adoption....She has unfortunately gotten stuck in the court's closing..and now she is waiting for the judge to give his final stamp of approval once courts open back up...Should be fast and easy once things get rolling in October...I'll keep yall posted WHEN we hear good news in October!!!! :)

***That's it for now....Thanks again for checking on us..and please know we are ALL doing WELL and just trying to SURVIVE this crazy stage in our life...cause I know this is just a chapter in our life that will soon pass too!! Wes will be running around some day and that surgery will be the last things from our mind!!!! :) BUT FOR NOW...his head must be kept safe....so I'll be back when I can find another little moment for an update!!! Thanks again, and happy Wednesday to you all, kj

19 comments:

  1. happy birthday, kristi! keep loving those lovelies. we miss you in blogland, but you are right where you belong. can't wait to see you at c4c!!!

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  2. HAPPY BIRTHDAY KRISTI!!!! You are such an amazing Momma! Keep doing what you're doing, taking good care of your babies and we'll keep praying for your family and your sister's situation too. Blessings, Denise

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  3. Have a wonderful Birthday!!!! So glad to hear that you are all well and your absence has been due to being SO busy! Oh my!!! I think I would be like a chicken running around with my head cut off!!

    You are wise to focus on your children at this time who need you. We are all glad to hear the report on Wes. Also tell you sister that we shall be praying for her too. It is so hard to wait but the Lord binds us together to Him during those long time of waiting.

    Blessings,
    Naomi

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  4. So happy to see your update...and yes, those things always should come ahead of blogging and other things that seem less important than family.

    There is a season for everything...and you have it down just right:-)

    blessings,
    Connie

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  5. Kristi-Happy Birthday!
    I don't think I've ever commented but your climbing stories have prompted this. Our son was/is a climbing expert. We used a crib tent which kept him safe and sound during the night. (He was able to get outside at 18 months and it was a must for his safety.) So, I thought I might mention it. It might work for your family, but I know others who think it seems "scary". Our son was safe and very content in his "tent". Praying for your sweet Wes and all of your beautiful family!
    Sally

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  6. Glad to hear an update on ya'll and cute Wes! And I hope you have a great birthday!!!

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  7. Happy, happy birthday!! So glad to hear (read) that everyone is doing well :-) Especially sweet Wes. Prayers going out on his continued successful healing :-)

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  8. So glad all is well...and VERY BUSY!!! Love that picture of Wes!

    Missing you on the internet, is NOT as important as your babes!!!! :) They are sooo sweet! Pray that your move goes well, and that you are blessed!!! :)

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  9. Hope you had a great b-day, sounds like it was not boring to say the very least, ha!!! So glad little Wes's check-up went well. Continued prayers for your sister when the courts re-open. Blessings!!!!!

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  10. Hope you had a wonderful day on you birthday! So glad to hear that Wes is doing well. I will pray for your strength and energy during this crazy busy time in your life! Thanks for the update and for the adorable picture of that sweet little boy!

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  11. Happy Belated Bday, Kristi!!! We is such a cutie pie!!! Can't imagine how crazy your life is right now... so happy about the new farm house!!!!

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  12. So glad to hear an update. I have been praying and I can SO relate to the climbing. Our baby boy who we adopted is just a couple of weeks younger than your Wes. He is climbing everywhere, bruises, head bumps, etc.... I can not imagine having to keep him off of everything!! Bless your heart, I will keep praying for you guys. Hang in there!

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  13. He's so cute! Okay, I know this is a random weird question, but would that a be a new house he's running in? An empty farm house? That maybe, just maybe is part of the "good changes" you mentioned? Not trying to be a weird stalker or anything but I have a major thing for beautiful old farm houses and that pic is gorgeous!:) I thought maybe it was supposed to be some sort of clue.:) Regardless, your blog is so fun and uplifting. Thanks for being part of the inspiration to get us on the Ethiopia waitlist.:)
    Love,
    Rory

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  14. Happy belated birthday! I check in every so often for your latest post, and must have checked just before you posted this update. Glad to hear that all is well, though *very* rich and full!

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  15. Happy birthday! Miss hearing your positive, uplifting posts! That said, I totally understand you have so much going on in your life right now!!! WOW! I am so impressed that you are so positive at such a challenging time in your life! Especially since Wes isn't sleeping! Kristi, I think you were put here to teach me to be patient, loving and appreciative! And to be a wonderful momma to Wes. It is such a blessing for Wes that he got you as a mom. I don't think I could ever have handled that situation!

    Kelly

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  16. happy birthday! yes, just keep your little wes safe as you can. know things are hopping. will keep praying.

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  17. Happy Birthday! Happy to hear things are well for Wes. Losing sleep is rough especially when it's up and running in the morning. Wes has a good Guardian Angel!

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  18. happy bday!! LOVING THE NEW PLACE!!!!!

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Thank you for your kind words!!