First Communion

Caleb made his First Communion last Saturday. We are all so proud of him for working so hard this year at his PSR (Parish School Religion) Class. For an eight year old he is terribly busy. Since July he has had a sports practice on Monday, Tuesday & Thursday evenings, as well as PSR on Wednesday. I certainly don’t remember being that busy when I was his age. Another tidbit about Caleb…he absolutely loves to read. He has a reading program at his school, and I am proud to say that he has the most points in the 2nd grade. He is approximately 50 points short of 500 points --- which has been his goal since the beginning of the school year. He is currently reading Moby Dick. Are you kidding me…I don’t remember reading Moby Dick at age 8. He is accomplishing so much and we couldn’t be more proud of him.

Caleb & Mema

Caleb & Aunt Vicky (God-mother)

Caleb with his best friend Tristen

New bike for his First Communion

Caleb & Grandma Lynda

Caleb & Pepa

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The audio sucks...but isn't he adorable!!

What's been going on around here???

Yes I can...yes YOU can!

Guess what? I have decided to participate in a 1/2 marathon on behalf of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team In Training. Yep, you've heard right...13.1 miles. The marathon is on June 1 in San Diego. I need to raise $3950.00 to be able to go --- as 75% raised goes directly to LLS.

Why? Those who know me, know that I have tons of reasons why...because of tons of little children suffering from horrible illness. All types of leukemia, cancer, genetic disorders, and many others. Why do our children have to suffer?? Why the innocent? Well, I am sure that is a question most of ask at one time or another in our lives. Like most, I can't stand it! Most of these children know nothing else but pokes, prods, medicine, hospitals, sickness, & death of others all around them. I follow several children though support websites, such as Caringbridge & Care Pages. These sites provide the access for the parents to post treatment and daily journals about their children. I have followed many children that have passed away. Sound depressing...well it is!

However, I have realized how lucky I am. I have four gorgeous, healthy, happy children. If anything good has come out of my journey with these sites, it's the fact that I am very grateful. I am grateful that my children can run around the house, screaming at the top of their lungs. Sure these occurrences can drive me crazy, but then I remember the sick children. I am sure their parents only wish they could run around and act like crazy maniacs...to be normal children.

Running in this marathon is my way to give back, and I hope that you will support me in this endeavour. Check out my website for more details or to make a donation: http://www.active.com/donate/tntks/tntksCWUNSCH.

Praying for a cure & injury free training.

Carrie

Beetle Juice, Beetle Juice, Beetle Juice

Don't pay any attention to the freshly spackled walls, the random items on the floor, the dog trying to steal the show, or my big frickin mouth in the background.

The many faces of Goose!

Ooh-La-La Lucie is 1

Our Lucie girl turns 1 today. Seriously, I cannot believe that she is already one…not to mention WALKING!! We celebrated her birthday last Sunday, and Joley (her God-mother) and Rob planned one helluva party. The theme was French Pink Poodles. Decorations included: pink poodles galore, ninety pink & purple balloons, pink and purple streamers, pink Eiffel Towers, pink M&M’s, pink & purple plates/napkins/plastic ware…are you getting the picture yet? All joking aside, it was a fabulous party. Joley & Rob catered in BBQ for dinner, which was a huge hit. They planned a game for the older kids w/ awesome prizes, and each child left with a goodie bag. I have to say that this was the best “1st birthday party” out of all the kids. HUGE THANKS TO ROB & JOLEY!!!

Happy birthday gorgeous girl!!

Is Fear a Factor for you??

Caleb celebrated his 8th birthday Fear Factor style. The boys competed in totally gross events to determine the winner of the title Fear Factor Champion…and most importantly $10.00. I don’t know who had more fun, the boys or the parent spectators. I have to say that the party was a huge success and will go down in history. How will I ever top this one next year?

Happy birthday Big Man!!