Things Daddy Does

My little Sassy's... it's 8 p.m. and I just wanted to tell you just how much your daddy loves you. Tomorrow it's supposed to rain and it's your field day at school. You will go to field day rain or shine, so mommy thought if it rains you should stay home with me. I think it would be better than sending you to play in the rain for the morning -- especially since it will be cold. Well, you both protested; you want to go to school because of field day and because in the afternoon Gracie's class will "eat the alphabet" (our letters to bring were T & V -- so we got Twizzlers & Vanilla wafers) and Kailee's class gets to walk to Kilwin's. Well, daddy couldn't stand seeing his little Sassy Spalding's want something... or to see you miss out... so he went out in search of a rain coat for Gracie and rain boots for Kailee... Kailee has a rain coat already and Gracie has rain boots. So, daddy left at 7 p.m., he's been to Walmart, Dunhams, MCSports, Kmart and now Meijer. He is determined to find his Sassy Spalding's the stuff they need. So far he has bought a pair of rain boots for Kailee and a pink rain poncho for Gracie. He's hopeful that these will work out well for both of you. You are both so grateful with anything we do for you, I cannot wait for you both to see what daddy has done for you in the morning. You are VERY loved my Sassy's... VERY VERY LOVED! xo

Will it Crack?

NO! The eggy survived the huge fall from the top of the school!! NO cracking of this egg! Woot woot!

Fore!

 Kailee has been taking golf lessons through the YMCA. Daddy and Kailee went for 4 Wednesdays! The last Wednesday was supposed to take place nearly a month ago, but rain, or scheduling conflicts got in the way... but finally they got their last lesson in at the driving range. Kailee you did a great job!! Daddy & Grandpa Lou took turns taking video since it was 45 degrees! Grandma Deb was there taking these pictures for Mommy since Mommy stayed home with Gracie and because of the knee healing. You have amazing skill Kailee, you should be so proud of yourself!! I cannot believe you never whined about being cold, you were not wearing gloves and never complained. You are such a sweet little Sassy!! I love you!! xoxo

Leggy feel better!

 This card was made with love by Gracie. 

It reads: Deary Mommy, I hope your leggy feels better.

This is so sweet!! Gracie you have been so worried about mommy's leg, I appreciate that. xoxo

The Conklins

We spent lunch time with the Conklin's today my Sassy Spalding's. It was lots of fun! Gracie got really brave and touched a frog! Then you hoolies went swimming which was adorable to watch! I love how nicely you all play together, it warms my heart.

Tomorrow's & Now's

The future feels so far away... that is until I close my eyes and see my tiny new baby girl laying on my chest... then the future feels all too now. Now is the future... it's our tomorrows that may never come so we must relish in the now's and the in-a-minute's. The other day my Sassy Spalding's a nice person who mommy went to school with passed away, he went to Heaven where Great Grandma just went. When you seen me  talking to Grandma Deb, you asked why? That was a good question... why? However, the answer is not easy sometimes we just don't know... so we have to believe it was just their tomorrow that God needed more than us. When you look back upon your life, when you think about your tomorrow's, I hope that you see & want great things. When you feel like tomorrow will never come, that's when I want you to call Daddy or I and we will tell you about the tomorrow's... we will hold you up and be your cheerleader. We will kiss away tears and whisper those sweet nothing's in your ears. You never have to worry my sweet Sassy Spalding's because we will prepare you, guide you and give you the beliefs that will make tomorrow's feel within reach. Tomorrow is a day... but never forget that your right now's are important too. Making the most of your day might be as simple as a snuggle, a kind word, or a smile at a stranger but every day has it's reasons worth living, reasons worth smiling, reasons worth keeping faith tomorrow will come.xoxo

I also want you to always rely upon one another. I want you to keep your sisterly love alive by making daily phone calls, by skyp'ing, by writing letters the "old fashioned" way. I want you to be close my Sassy Spalding's. I want you to be sisters who can call one another when you feel sad, when you feel like you just need a pick me up... I want you to be one another's pick-me-up's. You can do this, I know you will... I know I don't have to write it down but it was something worthy of writing because this is for you. I want you to have the words that I speak daily in written form just in case you decide "I never told you". I've told you my darling's... I've showed you my darling's... I want the choices you make as independent women to be one's that you will always be proud of. To be choices that if you decide you're not proud of you can call daddy or I or at least just one another. You need each other, you are the first besties you'll ever have... the most important besties. I hope you always remember that too. xoxo

Kailees Creativity

Little Bits of Lilly

Lilly & Kailee watching the birds.

 Sassy Spalding's while going through pictures this morning I discovered these from the other day... daddy took these pictures (when I'm not sure because mommy hasn't left the house in over a week). You both love Lilly Sue so much! Since Odie went to Heaven you both have been extra attached to Lil... Lil however does not love the extra attention. She's always been a bit of a loner... which from what the vet said is normal cat behavior. She comes to us when she wants lovin', she cries if she wants to play... the other day my Sassy Spalding's I was sitting in the chair icing my knee when all of a sudden I see this balloon floating closer and closer to me. Mommy froze because it freaked me out! I watched as it got closer and closer then as the balloon rounded the chair; I seen Lilly with the string in her mouth. When I made eye contact with her she made a cry-ish noise (one she makes when she want to show us something -- like her play mice or toy). She had went into your room and took that balloon and brought it to me. She is a silly, funny, smart cat! I'm so glad daddy caught this memory of you both with Lilly watching the birds (her most favorite thing to do). She will sit in the window for hours and watch the bird feeder. It's so fun to watch her "cackle" at the birds. Even when we try, we cannot imitate that sound. Right now she's laying in the blue bean bag sleeping. She's been curling up in them and snoozing away every day since I've been home from surgery. It's so cute!! I think we may have to get Lil her own bean bag!! (Maybe for her birthday?) xo

Lilly & Gracie watching the birds.

Clam-bulance

Tonight after dinner we were just getting ready for showers when we (Kailee, Gracie & Mommy) hear sirens. It wasn't the usual "fire truck" kind that we hear after daddy rushes from the house. This was different... then we see 4 police cars go by our house real fast... then we see an ambulance! Gracie says "Look mom, a clambulance!" (I think we've been watching too many episodes of Bubble Guppies because on that silly underwater sea cartoon they have a "clambulance".) Oh Gus-Gus I love you!!!! xo

Stegosaurus

Gracie had to do a dinosaur project and answer 5 questions:
1. My dinosaurs name is stegosaurus.
2. My dinosaur eats plants.
3. My dinosaur is medium. He is 29 1/2 feet long, as long as a big boat.
4. My dinosaur lived on land.
5. His brain is 1 inch long.
Gracie researched with mommy, crafted with daddy and was coached on how to present with Kailee. It was definitely a family affair. We think she did a magnificent job! What a fun kindergarten project!

Bird of Paradise

 Daddy had to perform surgery on the Bird of Paradise today... our honeymoon flower has been split now twice in 10 years! This plant is huge and gives the best and cutest flowers. Daddy has taken special care of this flower... now we have twice the love because we have 2 huge plants!!

Daddy also had a special little visitor watching!

Mommy's Girls

 I love you my Sassy Spalding's.

We enjoyed this hot day with a sprinkler, a camera and lots of laughter! I could do this type of day everyday! Days like today make mommy look forward to our long summer days together!! xo

Summer Days... what if's!

 We will definitely spend a few summer days doing this my Sassy's!!!

G decided she had to strike a pose.

While K kept on reading!

Cloud Shapes

There's a dolphin in the upper right hand corner.

We spent some of the afternoon admiring the clouds. Some have shapes, some are just pretty.

Sunshine rays through the clouds make for a beautiful sight from Heaven.

There's a crab in the middle on it's own.

Kailee said there's a horse running. Gracie said it's a fish looking the opposite way.

Great Grandparents saying hello.

This looks like a person laying down.

A turtle going after a fish!

The flying dragon!

Sunshine on a cloudy day.

Happy Birthday Kailee Joy

Now.

Then.

It's hard to believe that 8 years has passed... Kailin JoyAnnalice let me review the last year of your life. You have nearly completed second grade! You learned how to ride your 2-wheeler with stability! You got your ears pierced but recently decided you didn't like the way it felt so you're not wearing any earrings as of now. You have learned how to count money, multiply, add and subtract double digits and you are beginning cursive writing! You are also in your first (of what I believe to be many) play, it's called "The Weather Show". Your teacher Mrs. Whitfield & the other 2nd grade teacher Mrs. Rice are directing. You are playing the part of the Rainbow- color Red, Student F and your 1 of 2 kids with "Mr. Bolt". We cannot wait to see you acting for the first time in an "off broadway" production. (Don't worry it will be recorded for future reference.)

 You have more smiling and happy days than sad ones. You have gone to slumber parties (over night in a hotel with Audrey's mom), you have been a good friend (you didn't get upset when Olivia got the part as Dr. Emma for the play), you have been a sweet sister (sharing your toys with Gracie & teaching her how to ride her 2-wheeler), and you have been a fantastic daughter (helping mommy since I've had surgery and being so concerned about me.). You are an amazing daughter Kailee... I know I keep saying it but it's true! You have accomplished so much in your short 8 years... and I cannot wait to see what this next year will bring! You make good decisions all the time, you are always cautious and considerate of others; honey these traits are remarkable and I'm so proud of you. Daddy and I were so blessed the day God gave you to us, we had no idea the life we would have together and we pray that everyday we do right by you and help guide you into being the best person you possibly can. I think you're are just that; striving to be the best person you can be! One day I hope you read this and think; wow I did do a lot for only 8 years old... it's remarkable, you're remarkable!!

Here's you loot list from your birthday just in case you ever wonder:
Grandpa & Grandma Spalding: Lalaloopsy's (Fireman one & small ones that are super cute), a pink plastic wallet with $20 - $1 bills so you can buy books.
Aunt Stacey: Mermaid Lalaloopsy
Aunt Gina, Ben & Makenna: A new purple dress
Auntie Faith: A Lalaloopsy too!

Uncle Bryan, Aunt Dody, Jordon & Autumn: Lego Friends and Xia Xia pet crab with a home!
Shawni Thelen: Fairy book & Fairy cupcake stuff
Gracie: 2 - Littlest Pet Shop Flamingos!

Grandpa Lou & Grandma Deb & Uncle Lou: Dream Light & A headband maker kit (plus Grandma Deb decorated their house for you with balloons, squirt guns, jump ropes & CANDY!)
Uncle Josh, Auntie Angela, Jordy & Abby: A pretty dress with earrings
Daddy & Mommy: Chipmunks CD, Kids Bop 20 CD, Wii Games: Birthday Bash & Barbie Pups, 2 books Flutter & Ballerina Book, Hello Kitty DS game, Black tank dress outfit, Eiffel Tower shirt, and webkin Peace Sign Unicorn.

Can it be...

...that Kailee is turning 8 tomorrow? Tomorrow morning at 8:21 a.m. exactly will mark 8 years from the day she was born. My water broke at 11 a.m. today 8 years ago, I was standing in Burger King waiting to get a cup for water so I could go get a manicure/pedicure that Jon bought me for Mother's Day. I was just waiting and all of a sudden; I felt a gush... and I knew. I will never forget the looks on the faces of those at Burger King who were working and those who were waiting for their food. They kept saying let us drive you (keep in mind the hospital was within walking distance) but I drove myself over to the doctors office and then they walked me over to the hospital at 12:30 where I was admitted. Since I wasn't contracting they knew it'd be a while but they couldn't let me go home to get what I needed since I was already there. So, admit me they did and I got the low down on how it will all work (for the second time because we had just finished up birthing classes). To think it wasn't until tomorrow morning that Kailee was actually born. It's amazing how quickly the time has passed... tonight we are having a very small (2 friend) party for Kailee. Mommy is still recovering from surgery so having just 2 friends we figured would be easiest and best. These girls are so sweet, kind and respectful I know that it will be a perfect evening of painting, playing and movie watching!

Gracies Mothers Day Gifts

This was supposed to be given at the Mothers Tea but because Gracie had pink eye we missed out but she was still able to do the projects! She has such a great teacher! Jodi Rogier we appreciate you!