I am thankful for....

It's that time of year again to reflect on our blessings. I have a few things I've been thinking about lately that I am thankful for.

My hubby, I am so proud of him, going back to school and pursuing his dreams...and making good grades too.

Shayne, he is awesome. Love him so much just makes me laugh and smile.

My family, LOVE ALL OF YOU!!

I feel blessed this year that Jeff and I both have jobs, even if mine is very part time and he's taken a temperary pay cut....we have a roof over our heads and food on the table...we don't hurt for ANYTHING!!

My bible study that I started attending a few months ago....I'm really glad I'm going

My prayer group girls...you are my rock!!

Our dog, Star....she is a joy and makes my day better

friends who will always be there for me.

Our church family

God who has blessed me with ALL of these things.

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!!

Halloween 2009

Joe Dirt

Batgirl and Joe Dirt aka Susan Ward and Jeff

Jeff and I enjoyed Halloween...Shayne was sick so he stayed home. We hung out at the Henley's open house enjoying visiting and eating yummy food!!

Quick update

Haven't posted for awhile... things seem slow and boring around here which I guess is a good thing. Many things have happened though. Shayne's conference was Wednesday night. It was great. He has a 3.75 gpa. We're very proud of him. I wish I could sit on him though to stop him from growing...he's almost caught me in height!!
Jeff started Paramedic school. He started clinicals today. He's at DePaul ER working a 12 hour shift. Has many of those ahead of him but he's loving it. He has LOTS of quizzes and tests and has been studying hard! Great job Honey!!
I'm keeping busy. Started volunteering at the Humane Society walking dogs a few days a week. It's been for me. Exercising and helping doggies at the same time. It's been fun...even in the rain!!
That's it for our exciting update!!

Fire Truck Rally

Yesterday we headed downtown for the Firetruck Rally/Parade. The parade was very LOUD! Lots of trucks driving by blowing their horns and sirens. Very amazing though seeing all those heros passing you by. Then they all parked on the street and we could walk around and see them. There was new and vintage trucks Jeff and Shayne in front of an old truck "dogtown" fire department

Fireman's Prayer on the side of an engine

Jeff with the Lake Ozark fire truck.

Can't resist taking a picture of the Arch every time we're down there. It is an incredible monument.

Labor Day Weekend

We spent Monday "touring" some of Missouri's Historical sites and state parks. A lot of fun and a lot of driving. We started at Mastodon State Park in Imperial. That was interesting seeing artifacts that had been discovered in that area. Next, we moved on to Missouri Mining Historical Site in Park Hills. Shayne loved walking around looking at the old site...it closed in 1972. They have lots of minerals and fossils in their museum. We ended our day at Johnson Shut Ins. It is SO BEAUTIFUL there. Amazing. We didn't have out suits so we just waded and climbed on the rocks. The day was absolutely perfect!! Shayne and Mom at Johnson Shut Ins

Checking out the old Mine.

Dad and Shayne with a Mastodon

Mary Poppins

WOW!! It is a FANTASTIC show. Mom, Marsha, Steve and I all headed to the FOX to see Mary Poppins. I loved it and am still singing the songs..."Just a Spoon Full of Sugar" "Step In Time"....that was probably my favorite scene. I also loved "Supercalifragilistexpialidocious" It was a GREAT day!!

Mom doesn't remember the last time she was at the FOX. Possibly in the 80's. We had a great day!! Thanks Steve for being the photographer.

A New School Year

Shayne started 7th grade today. So far, so good. He likes his classes and teachers!! Woo Hoo!! Praying for a repeat of last year....awesome grades!!! and a good attitude (most of the time )!