Obsession and Boastfullness...

If you know me well at all, you know that I absolutely love my babies! And yes, I am aware that they are not MY babies but they might as well be. I have been called obsessed before and thats ok by me. The way I see it...there are worse things to be obsessed with! Being an aunt has been one of my greatest joys yet. Even though I don't get to see them much, I still talk to them on the phone and talk to their mommy everyday to get updates and funny stories. That way I feel somewhat connected to them.

As most of you know, talking on the phone to a toddler can be interesting. Connor will get on the phone if he's not too busy watching tv. He's like his mom and his Pops in that sense...when he's watching tv...the world ceases to exist. I usually ask the questions while he gives me answers. He's so matter of fact...gets that from his dad. He just started t-ball and loves it. Then comes little Alyssa who I like to call "Ms. Thang" and that she is! She is almost three and is always making us laugh. She usually babbles on about who knows what but the just the sound of her cute little voice is enough for me. And I can always understand the most important parts...hi aunt beffy...love you...and my heart is now content. The twins are obviously too young but I usually have Holly put the phone to their ears just so they can hear my voice.

Speaking of Holly, I must take a moment to boast of my sister. When we found out Holly was having twins we wondered how she would do it. I mean, how would anyone do it? Four kids under the age of four! Thats insane! Yet God saw something in her that we are all now seeing and are absolutely amazed by. She is one of the most amazing moms I know! As all kids do, they run her ragged yet she goes on about her day and do a superb job at it too! Being a mother of twins is something you never understand until you are around someone who has them or you have them yourself. Its absolutely exhausting!! Mom and I come back every time and wonder how she does it! We stand amazed that she has the energy and the ability to do what she does. God knew exactly what he was doing when he gave those girls to Holly and I am so thankful that He did. So Holly, here's to you, the best sister I know and the most awesome and amazing mother to four beautiful kids!

Anyways, gotta run for now! More to come! And yeah for Friday's!!!

Joining the blog world...

So yes, I have decided to start a blog. I have given into the pressure. I have no idea who will read it or if anyone will at all, but here goes a try. I figure most people want to read about kids and of course we don't have any yet so that might be a holdup for some. But I figured I could write about the exciting adventures of our life whether it be the small things of everyday or the big exciting news we have to share. And no, we don't have any to share right now for those of you who are wondering. Seems like from the first day you get married, everyone reads into everything whether it be a comment you make, sickness, or the dreaded weight gain that comes with marriage. And what do they all think it is related to???? PREGNANCY!!!! See I got you skimmers attention didn't I??? :) Trust me folks, you will know when we are going to have a baby! There won't have to be a guessing game that comes with that! You will know! Right now we are just trying to get my sweet husband through Physical Therapy school. That's the goal! And a goal it is! December of 2009! Some semesters are easier than others. This one has been exceptionally great. A lighter semester means a much happier and more available husband. Good for me! Now the last one....well not so great. Very rough but we survived and of course he did wonderfully! Now I think I kind of know what my mom felt like when my dad was going to seminary way back when. Course they had Holly by then and I came along during that time. So maybe I can't fully understand but I can at least somewhat feel her pain. I always remember hearing the missionary wives talk about the seminary days and they would laugh and wonder how they ever survived. At the time, I never understood what they meant but now I do. Its a growing experience for any marriage as you are pulled and tugged in many directions. I keep telling Phillip...a short term sacrifice for a long term benefit...thats how I see it anyways. Oh, and the meaning behind the title. I am sure many of you have heard Randy Travis' song "Forever and ever amen". Well, thats our song and I think its a perfect description of us! You should listen to that if you haven't ever heard it before. Great lyrics! Anyways, I guess thats it for now. I better get back to work! As for what to expect from this blog...well...guess you will just have to come back and see! Life is full of surprises and funnies! You never know what I may have to tell you about! Later!