The Arrival Of Ryland Tate

Today my nephew was born! I am so excited & overjoyed. He is a very big boy! He weighed in at 9lbs 3 oz and was 21" long! He has lots of dark hair and looks a lot like is big sister did when she was a baby.

Kelly & Pat went in this morning for her scheduled (rescheduled now) c-section. Ryland is just 1 week early, can you imagine if he waited another week how big he would be. I surprised my sister by being brave enough to go in the operating room with her and Pat. She did really well, and I can't even imagine how much of a big sissy I would be in a c-section. Thank goodness none of my 3 kids had to be born that way. Kelly's OB dr. is my OB and he is a great DR. and all the people were very nice and she's being well taken care of.

Our parents are here and our grandparents are bringing Bailey up to see her brother after she gets out of school today. I know she is so excited to finally meet him .

Our family is overjoyed at the opportunity to spoil a little boy and I know Colgin is watching from Heaven and sending lots of hugs & kisses to his cousin.

Cooper begins Kindergarten

Let's take a walk down memory lane. Cooper's babysitter at the time, Ms. Dena, took Cooper & "little" Chad to a program called Morning Out for Parents - which was 1 day a week for a couple of hours in the morning.



This is Cooper in 2005 on her first day of MOP.

Then Ms. Dena took Cooper and "little" Chad to Preschool - 2 days a week in the mornings.



This is Cooper in 2006 on her first day of 2 day Preschool.

Then mommy had Campbell and decided to stay home, so I took Cooper to everyday, afternoon Preschool.



This is Cooper in 2007 on her first day of everyday-afternoon Preschool.

Now here we are today. Kindergarten is here. My little baby girl has joined the ranks of all day - everyday Kindergarten.



Here is Cooper. August 13, 2008 on her first day of Kindergarten.

We went to the school open house on August 12th to find out who her teacher was and what class she was in. She was excited to get Mrs. F as her teacher and she knows 5 other students in that class already. She is very happy. On the first day of school the parents were asked to attend for 2 hours. We got to see calendar time, music, PE, and story time. It was a good first day for everyone, and the first day was only a half day. So the second day was good as well. Cooper was tired when we picked her up, since it was all day. She really likes her PE teacher and I think she is ready to be Miss Independant. She already wants us to drop her at the door and she'd really prefer to ride the bus. Oh well, I guess I can only hold on for a little while longer.

Keep Reading

I started Book 2 yesterday and I couldn't put it down. Surprised, no not really. But I have to be careful with my posts as I now have Jura hooked on the books, she is on Book 1 and I can't give anymore away than I already have, atleast until she catches up with me.

So that being said, oh my gosh! Book 2 I can't believe what has happened. I'm already on page 150 something and I am just in shock! Keep watching.

Just Couldn't Wait

My loving husband just knew I couldn't wait until my birthday so he surprised me with a new Twilight Series book. He likes to do nice things for people, especially when he is having a bad day and yesterday was a very bad day for him. So when he came home with a bag from Target, I knew something was up. Although to upset him more, he had bought Book 3 instead and I had already gone to Target and purchased the other item he thought we needed for home. So after dinner & some time at the pool, he went back to Target and purchased Book 2. So I'm set for awhile! I can't wait to start reading. Thanks Chad!

On to Book 2 - & Loving it!

I have finished Twilight. I couldn't put it down on Saturday, as it rained all day here, it was the perfect weather to cuddle up and read. I was just at the part of the baseball game and I couldn't wait to find out what happened next. Then at the end to find out the author put the 1st chapter from book 2 back there, just to keep you interested. Smart move!

Kris- I couldn't find your old post on the book. So here are my thoughts.

Crystal- I hope you haven't stopped reading, despite the constant comments on Edward's beauty.

Jura- So glad you're hooked now too!

I think the description of Edward is 1. to prove why he is so addictive to Bella & 2. it keeps us from thinking about what he is. Bella is very mature for her age, to cook for her dad each night, do the shopping, have a vehicle, save her money, and continue to do well in school is probably what attracks Edward to her, in that she is "not" like every other girl. I'm glad the story unfolds a bit before we find out the truth. I just have to smile as I read the chapters where Edward & Bella are alone together, it's just so intriguing and so clever the way Edward handles Bella and she is so accepting of him and his ways. I loved the ending of Book 1, the Prom "oh so classic." I think Edward is considerate and kind and so watchful of Bella. I think his promises are sincere and despite who he is, I think he really loves Bella.

So for those of you ahead of me, take my predictions for what they are.

I'm thinking after chapter 1 of Book 2, it's merely a dream. I know what Bella's wish is and I know how much Edward doesn't want that. I'm interested in seeing what develops of Charlie's knowledge of just "who" Edward and his family is. Come on, can he really be Chief of Police and not know any of this. I am also interested to see what happens w/ Jacob & Billy's "words of advice" for Bella. At this point in time, if Charlie just lets Bella run off back home to Phoenix, why wouldn't he just let her runaway w/ Edward and live happily ever after??? I like all of Edward's family, but I'm guessing that Rosalie is going to do something to Bella. And mostly, if this is her senior year now, what comes next?? Do vampires really fall in love and get married and have babies??? LOL!!!

So my only dilemma is that I asked for books 2-4 for my birthday and that's still 19 days away! Oh what to do. I get so consumed with a good book, which is totally NOT me; that it throws everything off. Chad wonders what's wrong with me. ;o)

Anyhow, I can't wait for the movie to come out in December! Yes, I'm a groupie for sure.

Joining the Ranks

Well I must admit I have joined the ranks of all the other Twilight Series fans. I am currently reading Twilight, and already I'm hooked. I haven't even finished yet, but I'm looking forward to finding out what happens next and I can't seem to put the book down. Now for those of you who know me, I'm a very thorough reader, which tends to make me a slow reader, because I take everything in. To add to my excitement, I watched the preview of the movie trailer which is scheduled to release in December and the actor playing "Edward" is an actor who played a role in the Harry Potter films, so now I can put a face with a name.

So a big Thank You goes out to Crystal and Kris for writing about the Twilight series books on your blog. I've haven't gone back and reread what you posted, but all the talk intrigued me and I had to find out what I was missing.

For not being a "reader" the books are easy to read and definitely keep me interested.

Catching Up

I must apologize for not posting sooner. No other excuse; just busy. So that being said I need to give a shout out to my other bloggers of whose blogs I read daily and they are much better at posting than I have been. ;o)

Way to go! - Jura, Emma, Kris, London, Jen, Crystal, Heidi, & Stacy. Thanks for keeping me updated on what's going on in your lives. All your blogs are fun to read and keep me inspired, even if I don't comment.

We are about 98% done getting the house fixed up from the damage caused by the tornado. We have one window left to be replaced (which is supposed to happen on Monday) and some repair in the garage ceiling to work on. It's starting to feel normal again.

Cooper begins Kindergarten in just 7 days! I can't believe it.

We are almost done revitalizing Nespor's. The new computer system is working wonderfully and we were able to do inventory in just 8 hrs, compared to 15 or more. We had a super busy July and now with students returning, we are gearing up for another football season and fall semester.

My sister is due in just 16 days with a bouncing baby boy. Ryland Tate will be his name and we are all very excited to meet him. I spent this past weekend helping her get the house cleaned up, organized and ready.

Cooper and I ventured to Kansas City a few weekends ago and shopped till we dropped. She is set on school clothes and is just so anxious to wear them all.

Campbell has found a love for the swimming pool. She is so funny, her personality is really starting to shine through. She brings a smile to our face each day.

As if that wasn't enough, I must throw out there, that in just 24 days I'll turn another year older. Ugh!