tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post2626781801084657009..comments2024-01-27T06:41:34.292-06:00Comments on Lord, Make Me a Saint: Thankful Jamie Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-52472128928157232202014-12-22T20:56:41.299-06:002014-12-22T20:56:41.299-06:00Ok, you have probably been told this a hundred tim...Ok, you have probably been told this a hundred times already through the comments (I didn't read all of them) but it has been WARM here! Granted, nothing like what you have in Texas and no beautiful sunsets, so you still win! :-) But all the snow is gone, and it's warm. I actually kind of hate it. Where is my white Christmas?<br /><br />Yes, the flu has been so bad this year! Our pediatrician said that the flu shot "missed the mark" this year and it's not really stopping any strain of flu. Almost all of us have had the flu and just when I think we're getting over it, ear infections began! :-) <br /><br />So glad you guys are having the best time ever. And just so you know, we have a case of "ungrateful kids" too so I'm glad it's not just my own kids. I'm kind of nervous about Christmas this year; if I hear one complaint about how bored they are of their toys I just may lose it, because this has been a very tough year coming up with money. <br /><br />Anyway, have a great vacation and merry Christmas!Beckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10451590537173713861noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-35280813996862758972014-12-21T09:50:11.100-06:002014-12-21T09:50:11.100-06:00We went to North Carolina at the end of August. 8...We went to North Carolina at the end of August. 8 of us in a small 3 bedroom beach house. But it was on the beach, and all we had to do was literally walk out of the back of the house and there it was. It wasn't perfect as far as attitudes and so forth (mine included), but there is something so supernatural about the ocean, and being there for an extended period of time. My kids still talk about it, and we've decided that no matter where we are financially, we are going. It's a much (and the Vitamin D did WONDERS for the psoriasis on my elbow. Gone!) I'm so glad you all have this time. <3<br />Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11815691376686603623noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-9356916488687938432014-12-20T10:33:43.525-06:002014-12-20T10:33:43.525-06:00Prayers and love to you all too!! SO happy to be ...Prayers and love to you all too!! SO happy to be able to keep in touch through Facebook. <br />I miss you too!!<br /><br />Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-72857823523260161292014-12-20T10:32:57.814-06:002014-12-20T10:32:57.814-06:00Same camera...must be the Beach!!
Simeon's ...Same camera...must be the Beach!! <br /><br /> Simeon's birthday....when I asked him what kind of cake he wanted, if he wanted cupcakes or a cake, if he wanted a white, yellow, chocolate cake, he said, "I want a BIG cake, not cupcakes, mama, and I want a brown cake" (chocolate, I'm assuming!) No theme...it's too hard, I'd have to buy everything...he's 3, cake and ice cream and swimming in the pool!! (he wants to go swimming in the pool) We got him trucks, a big dump truck for the beach and a garbage truck (that makes noise) an a small lego dump truck...or maybe it was a digger?<br /><br />Simple.<br /><br />Tom's back has been like this for a few years...can't do much of anything. We don't let him lift ANYTHING!! He tore a muscle when he was doing Tae Kwon Do with the kids...gone to chiropractors, done Prolotherapy...nothing works or helps...<br /><br />Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-86783489311657168522014-12-20T10:27:11.193-06:002014-12-20T10:27:11.193-06:00SO happy we are not the only ones that pass down g...SO happy we are not the only ones that pass down girl things to boys!! He doesn't know the difference!! I can just hear him now, when he's older, "Nice carseat mom!!"<br /><br />Love to you Amy!!Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-33675146291428354072014-12-20T10:25:33.421-06:002014-12-20T10:25:33.421-06:00HAD to get some lights in the window, it just didn...HAD to get some lights in the window, it just didn't feel like Christmas time here...still struggling a little with that one. Gotta wrap presents, that will help! <br /><br />Bridget made the Angel on top with a paper plate. Simeon made one too...it's in the middle of the tree. It's a 20 buck pre-lit tree found it at Wal-mart! Made trees to put in the window too...and the kids have mad angels and trees,St Nick pictures and the Immaculate Conception pictures...taped to the fridge....got our Advent wreath. I brought a smaller Nativity set, but there's not really anyplace to put it, might take it out for Christmas Eve & Christmas day, but I know Simeon would take all the pieces and either hide them or break them!! <br /><br />Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-38471749746987238572014-12-20T10:21:47.411-06:002014-12-20T10:21:47.411-06:00Christine!!! Oh, no, don't be sad. It is har...Christine!!! Oh, no, don't be sad. It is hard to keep in touch sometimes, but we HAVE to. You are so good at it. We have the kind of friendship that it won't matter how long we are apart, we will pick up right where we left off!! I'm not quitting blogging, just wanted to let people know it won't be anything regular..but I guess it wasn't anyway!! SO it probably won't be much different! hahah!<br /><br />Miss you a TON too. I wish I could share this with you. Wish we could take a morning sunrise walk together. I think of you every morning when I see the sunrise, because I know you are watching too, up north...<br /><br />Love you Christine!!Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-76410180716389953312014-12-20T10:18:43.080-06:002014-12-20T10:18:43.080-06:00Awesome!! How did he fix the Wifi? We've had...Awesome!! How did he fix the Wifi? We've had a hard time with it reaching our bedroom...just a pain for watching any movies, since we don't have TV just Netflix...Did I tell him he could move the VCR to the living room if he wanted to? I think I did...he can...SO happy he's enjoying it and making himself at home. He can stay if he wants when we get home, but not sure he'd like it as much then!! hahahah! <br /><br />So funny about Dan making friends with our neighbors...I'm thinking Jeanne? She told me she wanted to hire him to do some stuff. Hope he gets more jobs out of this! Jeanne knows your mom...I think from church? (Holy Spirit)<br /><br />Merry Christmas--great to hear from you!! <br />You are on my list of blogs to read...but have not had time, I have to catch up!!<br />Love you Kim!!Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-1646305713837906672014-12-20T10:13:48.750-06:002014-12-20T10:13:48.750-06:00Yes, I think it already is a favorite in my mind!!...Yes, I think it already is a favorite in my mind!! I am missing all the little things I usually do, all the baking, crafts....and so much more. BUT this is good too. It's just one year. (hard to bake when the ocean is calling!) For some reason, it's easier to bake when it's cold outside! <br /><br />Love to you Allison!!Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-57200191601649253462014-12-20T10:11:58.771-06:002014-12-20T10:11:58.771-06:00I miss you too!! I put on my list of blogs to rea...I miss you too!! I put on my list of blogs to read while away, but have not had time!! I have to get over there soon!! <br /><br />Time, precious time. It's fleeting.<br />Love and hugs for Christmas to you too!!Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-58663190131550084802014-12-20T10:10:51.276-06:002014-12-20T10:10:51.276-06:00Thank you Charlotte. I can't help but smile w...Thank you Charlotte. I can't help but smile when I think of you. <br /><br />Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-58202496207325042062014-12-20T10:10:00.493-06:002014-12-20T10:10:00.493-06:00Oh, gosh, that would be amazing if our paths cross...Oh, gosh, that would be amazing if our paths crossed!! We're here til the end of February, want to come down? <br /><br />We are LOVING Texas!! The people are so nice and groceries are cheap!! And the weather, AMAZING!<br /><br />God bless you Mary!Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-80782904416154119122014-12-20T10:08:30.874-06:002014-12-20T10:08:30.874-06:00Thank you Barbara, love you!!
(I already emailed ...Thank you Barbara, love you!!<br /><br />(I already emailed you a bunch...not repeating here!)Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-530816712509051392014-12-20T10:07:52.107-06:002014-12-20T10:07:52.107-06:00OH, no, so sorry to make you cry. I think of you ...OH, no, so sorry to make you cry. I think of you often, wish you could come down here for a break away from the cold. Enjoy those cold baking days, I don't feel like baking at all, kind of miss that part. Makes for an odd Advent, that's for sure.<br /><br />Yes, Tim is watching our home....and his dad is fixing it up while we are away...Turned out perfect. <br /><br />Love you Sarah!Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-57214793109343920002014-12-20T10:04:53.040-06:002014-12-20T10:04:53.040-06:00I know his back pain prevents him from doing prett...I know his back pain prevents him from doing pretty much everything. He injured it a few years ago, doing Tae Kwon Do with the kids. <br /><br />(torn muscle, not repairable yet anyway)<br /><br />Much love to you and those beautiful children!!!Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-51625099290542801022014-12-20T10:03:35.960-06:002014-12-20T10:03:35.960-06:00OH, Towers!! Of course I remember you!! I'm s...OH, Towers!! Of course I remember you!! I'm so happy you and Renee connected again!! Fun how God works sometimes. <br /><br />About 9 years ago, we were down here (Tom's grandpa lived in McAllen) and we went to a church around there...maybe Phar? Anyway, it had amazing outdoor life size stations of the cross...haven't seen anything like that by here...we might have to look for some...<br /><br />Your trip sounded like a nightmare---couldn't imagine doing it alone!! Traffic through Dallas/Fort Worth was 4 hours long....road construction, should have taken us 1 hour tops!! <br /><br />How was Arizona once you go there? We are planning a move there this next summer!<br /><br />Yes, maybe once a month a Thankful post...Merry Christmas--God bless you!!Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-88114181045171591452014-12-20T09:57:36.287-06:002014-12-20T09:57:36.287-06:00Yes they are!! It was 60 and very very windy this...Yes they are!! It was 60 and very very windy this morning for my walk and it felt amazing to me, but others were bundled up! (I did wear long sleeves) <br /><br />We are loving Texas. Met a woman on the beach today from Fort Worth, a homeschooler--there are a ton of homeschooler down here! <br /><br />Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-54285510430450054742014-12-20T09:56:10.676-06:002014-12-20T09:56:10.676-06:00Oh, Nicole, I hope you are feeling better soon...t...Oh, Nicole, I hope you are feeling better soon...that's one of the hardest things about the cold and the winter, THE ILLNESSES!!!<br /><br />Merry Christmas to you too!Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-17025936701998937782014-12-20T09:55:07.623-06:002014-12-20T09:55:07.623-06:00Jan--do you ever make it down to the beach? Would...Jan--do you ever make it down to the beach? Would love to meet you someday! We are loving Texas, the people are so nice!! Food is so cheap!! The Mexican food is amazing!!! We do NOT know how to make a authentic taco up north that's for sure! <br /><br />Merry Christmas to you too!!Jamie Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678469484585027738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-86008000316651230632014-12-19T22:32:43.635-06:002014-12-19T22:32:43.635-06:00I MISSSSSSS YOOUUUU. Thank you for this update. S...I MISSSSSSS YOOUUUU. Thank you for this update. So lovely to see you and the kids and especially "my" helpful girls again, even if it is just in the pictures. Prayers and love for all of you.<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09555685532251043920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-61573236809870580632014-12-19T14:25:50.920-06:002014-12-19T14:25:50.920-06:00...oh..and I was thinking of Toms back. Really ho......oh..and I was thinking of Toms back. Really hope that gets better soon. I forgot to add the pictures are amazing. Wondering if you got a new camera??? You take great pictures. How are you going to celebrate Sims birthday??!!! post post post...no pressure. sorry for being a dork.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03030030108671604522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-69575663637421842392014-12-19T14:07:50.659-06:002014-12-19T14:07:50.659-06:00So sorry about the luggage! And so glad Charlotte...So sorry about the luggage! And so glad Charlotte was able to make a replica. That can be so important to a boy his age (I know, I have one!!). Also, my boy has a pink car seat too. Hopefully they will not remember or we will never hear the end of it!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-36928177989364618732014-12-19T13:45:33.894-06:002014-12-19T13:45:33.894-06:00ps...I LOVE YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE!!! I was wonderin...ps...I LOVE YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE!!! I was wondering what you did for decorations! Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03030030108671604522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-38449339794644157862014-12-19T13:45:01.615-06:002014-12-19T13:45:01.615-06:00Enjoy that beautiful sunshine...I am so happy for ...Enjoy that beautiful sunshine...I am so happy for you and especially Tom who is feeling better. I am sad though...that you are stepping away from the computer. Ever since you told me you were leaving..I have been sad. I know you need to do what is right by your family. Family first..but I do so enjoy your friendship and keeping in touch through blog or facebook is the only way to keep in touch. Calling is so hard...you know that!!! we are busy mamas. But...I am thankful you are doing well and enjoying the sunshine and please blog and facebook when you can!!! miss you bunches.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03030030108671604522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056332983367489033.post-78928680125476896392014-12-19T13:00:00.156-06:002014-12-19T13:00:00.156-06:00Timothy is loving your house. He has all of his r...Timothy is loving your house. He has all of his recording equipment set up on the main floor and I think he fixed your wifi so it has a stronger signal throughout the house. You'll seriously have to evict him in March. Dan's been making friends with the neighbors while he's working there. So glad you are enjoying life in TX. When I talk to my mom and dad in AZ, I think of you (always great weather but no beach!) Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06239496678985882022noreply@blogger.com