What's Been Going On?

Hello all! I know it's been awhile since I've written, but I've been around. Things have been crazy at our house lately. At work, another teacher left, so I've been working in the 2/3yr old room. Boy, is it a riot! Let's just say I come home VERY tired every night. Also in this room, I've been working 35-40hrs the past couple weeks. Before that I was only working about 20 or less, so it's definitely been a change. EW has had to pick up the slack. He's had to make quite a few meals and do other various chores when I'm too tired to even move. With all that being said, we have had quite a few happy occasions in the family as of late. EW's mom had a birthday this past Sat. and the whole family got together to celebrate. On of these family members is newest addition to the family. EW's brother and sister-in-law had their baby boy--Benson Richard, on March. 14th at 8:58pm. He is very handsome, as it runs in the family :) Also, I broke down and finally went to the Dr. 2 Saturday's ago. I have been sick on and off since January, and I just couldn't seem to shake the colds, sinus infections, bronchitis, etc. I finally went when I woke up with such a swollen neck I couldn't even touch it, and had a fever. The doc did not like how I sounded and thought another week and I would have ended up in the hospital. Thank goodness I went when I did! After 4 prescriptions, and bed rest, I am finally feeling better! Pictures of the Little one's:

Proud Uncle Eric and Benny

Uncle Doug's girlfriend, Bobbi, and McKenna

Benson Richard

On to the other love of my life, Bandit. We have had a few happy moments in the past couple weeks. One is that she can FINALLY go outside. We are trying to understand that we are supposed to go potty in the grass, and not have to go on the deck. Also, Bandy is teething. I have gone through 2 cell-chargers in the past week and a half. Oops, my fault. I am learning to keep lots of bones handy and put everything away. I also was able to give Bandit her first bath, and I'm happy to report everything went great! I only got a little wet, and she did get clean :)

This coming weekend, she will make her first road-trip home since we brought her into our family. We're going home to see my family, and Gramma and Granpa N. are very happy to see how much their girl has grown since they saw her last. Aunt Binky might be a different story, since our family cat has never met a dog. I sure hope Friday comes fast! I really need to get away from this place, and nothing is better than family.

She loves the sun.

Father and daughter. They sure do look alike. ha. Bandit loves Uncle Kevin "Mom, can I come in now...Please!"

Have a good rest of the week!

-Brina

6 Months

Six months...wow. EW and I have been married for 1/2 of a year. I guess it isn't much really, but I think it's a big deal! We have lived together for 6 whole months, without killing/injuring each other. That was one of my worries. We had a long distance relationship the whole time we were together (except while at school) and I didn't know how we would transition. However, ever thing has been great. Of course there have been a few downs, but everything has worked out.
A lot has happened in the past 6 months, more than I could sometimes deal with, but EW has been there helping me through it all. I've left the only place I called home, my family and friends, and changed towns, jobs, lifestyles, etc. Sometimes it felt as if my world was crashing all around me, but EW has been there every time I felt like quitting life, telling me that it would all be ok. Since getting a job, things have been better. I still don't know many people, but I'm hoping that it will come with time.
We have also added to our family in the past 6 months. I can't imagine life without my Bandit Blu. It's great to have someone to come home to at night, that loves you unconditionally. It really helps me after a hard day at work! We just went back today for her 2nd vet appointment. Our girl has gained 2lbs. in the past 2 weeks, making her 10lbs. I hope she stays under 20, but we will see. The vet still wants us to keep her from the grass other dogs have been, but we can go out just for a minute or two to go potty. As soon as our shots are done, Bandit will have her spay surgery, and her hernia fixed. Other than that, the vet says she looks great. After being a good girl we walked around PetSmart, and she got to pick out a couple new toys.
Ok, now for a walk down memory lane...

One of our first dates. A dance at EIU--Jan. 2006

Our Wedding. Sept. 4, 2010
I can't believe it was 6 months ago...

It seems like yesterday...

Honeymoon. Nov. 2010

Our baby girl and her favorite toy.

Brina*