Interpreter

Our church now has an interpreter for the deaf! Our preacher is real good and I would love for anybody to come. We are a not contemporary church. Our church teaches out of the King James Bible, we are fundamental, pre-millenial, independent Baptist Church. I love contemporary churches. I just choose this church because I like the way the preacher preaches and how he goes strictly by the Bible. I do miss the music the other churches have. So if anyone out there wants to give us a visit, I'll be glad to give directions. It is Gilead Baptist Church at the corner of Shipe Rd. and Rutledge Pike. Our pastor is Rev. Mike Goodson. If ever a man was a man of God, it's Mike. I am just so excited about having an interpreter that I would love to get some people in church who don't attend because none of the churches around here offer interpretation. Pastor Goodson said that would be a wonderful ministry to have and he is excited to get deaf people to come who can't go to church for that reason. Contact me anytime for directions or more information. We would love to have you!

Pool Party

Today was the birthday celebration for Justin, Tori, and Ryan, Bucky and Mary's three children. They had a pool party to celebrate all 3 birthdays which are all in the month of August. We had the privelige of being invited and had a blast. Doug actually took his trunk and got in the pool. I took my camera so guess what? Here goes!
Nicholas was excited about going:
Rebecca struck a pose:

Bambi, Nic and Doug:

They said the water was cold:

Nic had fun jumping in to his mom:

Tori's feet (what else can I say?):

There was quite a crowd:

I love you too, Rebecca:

Our lovely hostess, Mary. She's the best!:

Mary's mom, Lillian:

The three birthday cakes:

Sandy and Ryan:

My friend, Bucky, Mary's husband. Of course, Mary's my friend too.

And that's not even half the pictures. Just picked a few to post.

"Surgery"

I had my "surgery" today. Doug had to go to court with Bambi so Mama had planned to take me. She had a terrible crick in her neck and couldn't turn her head so I was stranded. She couldn't drive. So in desperation I called my son who just happened to be off today and he got me there just in time. He even brought me back home. And am I ever sore! But it could be alot worse. Everything went well (I guess). The best part was when I found out I had a message on my phone and it was Mary, calling through relay. It's so good to know that people do really care. I don't have to go back to the dr for 2 weeks so I guess I won't be able to go back to work til then ;)That makes me so sad! (NOT!) On another note, the reason my daughter had to go to court today on a domestic violence charge where she slapped her husband and he had her arrested. The case was dismissed! I'm so happy! She has actually been happy since she's been living here. It's so good to see her smile. I think it may be the first time I've seen her happy since she was little. We're getting pretty close and she's helping me out alot around here. Now that was a shocker! Last time she lived here she didn't do anything. I must say she's become a mature young woman. She's a good mother and doesn't sugar coat stuff for Rebecca. She tells it like it is and that's good for a kid. It's getting late and I'd better get in bed. Til next time...

School and surgery

Rebecca had a decent day at school Thursday, anb Friday was even better. Thursday, she had to work with 2 boys. (her words...YUK) But Friday she seemed to have a much better time and enjoys riding the bus. Unless I get a phone call tomorrow before noon, I'll be having my "surgery". If that's what you want to call it. I only have to be out of work for a week. I just wish I had someone to drive me home besides my mother. Doug has to go to court with Bambi so Mama's the only one left. Not only does she not walk well, now she has a big crick in her neck and can't turn her head. I can drive to the hospital but not back home. HEAVEN HELP US ALL!!! One good thing is that she doesn't drive on the interstate so I don't have to worry about getting run over, I hope. I got her on the interstate once and she was doing 25mph. Oh well, I'm sure she'll get us home safely. I'm eating all the ice cream and soda tonight that I can stuff in because I know after midnight I can't eat. I'll probably be sick tomorrow. I'll post more later.

Last Day of Vacation

Today is the last day of summer vacation for Rebecca before she goes back to school tomorrow. She will be attending East Knox Elementary School, where her uncle Doug attended. We went there this afternoon to meet her teacher, Ms. Peters, who was also her gymnastics instructor a few years back. We saw a few kids that she knows from church so it's not like she won't know anybody. Then we went to Applebees for a celebration dinner for her. She especially enjoyed that because she got to ride with me on my motorcycle. I got her a helmet that is legal for kids on street bikes. She is now in bed dreading going back to school. She asked her mom if she broke her leg would she still have to go. Bambi said yes, and she asked if she broke both legs would she have to go. Bambi said yes again, so Rebecca asked if she broke her whole body would she still have to go. I told Bambi to tell her that Nana loves her so much and wants her to get a good education, that I would be glad to spend the whole day at school with her and push her around in a wheelchair. She is so excited to get to ride the bus to school this year. It stops real close to here. More stuff goes on tomorrow but I'll go into that later. For now, I'd better go to bed and be ready to get up early in the morning. Have a blessed day!

New Residents

I am proud to announce that we have 2 new residents living in our home with us. Our daughter Bambi, and her daughter Rebecca now live here. Nicholas visits frequently and hopefully will soon be living here also. It's very interesting when we have all four grandbabies here at once. I have decided that Billy is going to be the bully of the family and Nicholas is going to be the one who comes crying to mommy because he won't take up for himself. Anyway, here are some pictures from last weekend.
Nicholas swimming to mommy:

And then back to the side:

Rebecca likes to wear goggles:

Billy was teaching everybody how to turn somersaults:

Nick had to have help from Rebecca the first time but finally got the hang of it:

Shelly thought if she just laid down, everyone would think she had turned one:

Billy finally got exhausted and took a break:

Rebecca showed off her talents of handstanding:

Surgery

Okay, now I'm mad! I got a call from the doctor's office telling me that the insurance company needs more information from the doctor before they approve the minor surgery I am supposed to have tomorrow. Then when I got up and had a message on my cell phone that my surgery had been cancelled. I took time off from work for nothing! Maybe they can get it straightened out and do it Monday. I hope so. I was so looking forward to getting it over with. I even had a driver lined up to take me home afterwards. I don't like having surgery, but if I need it, I want to get it over with as soon as possible. Oh well..Such is life! I just need to vent.