Thinking of you

I got my second letter from Quinn yesterday!  It was kind of unexpected! He really misses home and the boys, but he's doing well. We can't wait for his return.   I love you Quinn...and can't stop thinking of you.

I can't stop thinking about this guy. 63 days until I see his face. Easy peasy, right?

Everything about this picture makes me happy. Today was tough, it almost seemed as though I was being tested and tried.  I decided I would not let our whole day be ruined. It was purely a decision that could have made or broken our day today based on my attitude.  And wouldn't you know it, it turned out to be a great day. I am So grateful for love and friendships I have here.  Thank you!!

happy ending

I kind of regret not taking any real pictures the morning Quinn left at the airport. This is all I have of the boys in the back saying bye to Daddy. But we accidentally slept in so we were rushed, but I think it ended up being a good thing. We couldn't drag out that terribly hard moment for too long. Plus it was 5:30 a.m. and really who thinks clearly that early?  We miss Quinn. Like a lot... without getting too crazy mushy, I've realized how grateful I am to miss him so much!!  We are so lucky and so very blessed! Quinn is going to be amazing, I am so proud of him and cannot wait for his graduation!!! 
So after a fairly draining day today, I was back in my room and I hear what sounds like Quinn calling my name telling me too pick up my phone!  I don't know how he did it but my ringer was his voice!   So we got to chat for just a minute. Right now he's doing lots of paper work and standing. He starts the actual boot on Sunday. He said he's sleep deprived but really good.  So He was my happy ending to my day, which is what I am normally used to. 

Spidey

My little Asa turned 3 on Saturday! We had such, a fun day with him, playing Spiderman, and watching old cartoon episodes of Spiderman. Our great friends the Thompsons came over to help celebrate with us !  We love you Asa!

Lions

In my house there is a lot of growling going on all day long. Whether it's a dog, dinosaur,or a lion my boys have mastered the growling technique. And today, I think Asa truly believed he was a real lion:)  And it totally brightened my day.

Thanksgiving with the Haslems

As always, we had such a good time at the Haslems house.  Seems like there is never a dull moment with them!  Thank you Haslems for all you do for my family. We love you guys!

I wish my whole family could have been together, I miss and love you all