Part of the Sad

I said when I began to catch-up on this blog that a lot had happened during the past 3 months.  Unfortunately, some of it was sad, unhappy times.  My mother in-law, Cheryl, died suddenly and unexpectedly on July 2, 2012.  I can't tell you the numb feeling that exists when someone you love passes away without warning.  I guess I can sympathize with those who have lost loved in car accidents as it's just so fast, you can't think.  This was my first experience with this kind of loss and I hope to never have to go through another one. 

During this past month, I have been strong for my son and my husband.  But this past week as my son's birthday approached, my wall of strength came crashing down.  My mother in-law always assisted me in planning and preparing for Gehrig's birthday parties.  She was excellent at thinking of the little things that I usually didn't.  I was lost all week and I cried at different intervals wondering how I would get through the party without her.   The party went just fine and I had a lot of help from family and friends. 

When you lose someone so suddenly, you realize that you must appreciate each day and the time you have with your friends and loved ones.  I have many times since July 2 thought about what if's but can't do anything about those now.  I have to concentrate on the living and making sure that loose ends are tied up, for only God knows what tomorrow holds. 

Spring Soccer

Gehrig remained on the Sharks U6 team for the spring season.  The coach, CJ Lennon, is just fantastic.  I learned as much as Gehrig did.  The Sharks started the season strong, but struggled at the end.  I think we finished up 5-7.  Gehrig played very well.  He was second in scoring and did a great job defensively. 

Blog Catch=Up

Wow can't believe my last post was in March!  A lot has happened during the past 4 months.  I will try to take time and slowly catch up.  But today - I'm going to blog on the present - the first day of kindergarten.  Hard to believe Gehrig has started school!  Seems like yesterday he was an infant, still learning to talk, walk etc.  The saying "time goes by fast" is so true!  We need to slow down and enjoy each moment we have. 

Gehrig has enjoyed his first two days of school!  I handled the first day well since he rode the school bus.  Catching the school bus happens so quickly there is no time for tears or dwelling on time.  Here's to a successful school year for Gehrig! 

The Boy in Pink

When I had a boy, I thought yeah no fighting over clothes and hair!  Well what a surprise for me as my son is particular about both.  I had him pick out his outfit for Easter.  And he chose an outfit from Gymboree - pink striped shirt, brown pants and a pink tie!  He is so proud of the pink tie!  I must admit that he does look awfully cute.

Big Red Rascal Night at WKU

Big Red invited all the rascals to attend the men's basketball game with South Alabama.  All the kids got to have their picture taken with Big Red and the cheerleaders.  Big Red led the kids to the tunnel to greet the basketball players as they came out!  Gehrig invited his friend, Jaxson, to attend the event with him.  We went to Chuck-E-Cheese and swam at the hotel.  I always love attending game at WKU.  I like the personal atomsphere of the smaller arena and being able to connect with the players.  I think the boys really enjoyed it too.

Little League Basketball

Little league basketball is now over.  Gehrig had such a great time learning to play this new sport.  We are thankful to Cousin Matt for inviting Gehrig to play in the league and acting as a mentor to him.  Gehrig loves Cousin Matt! 

It's amazing what makes a person happy or excited as an adult.  For me, it was finally after 13 yrs getting a new sofa and loveseat.  Our dog, Bentley, had made his mark on our old furniture and we had been living with slipcovers for a long time.  New furniture makes an old house alive again!  That is how we feel!