Going Back

It seems like it's been a year since Robert started applying for a position at RICOH. The opportunity was there last year, and he went through several meetings and interviews for the position that would place him solely at the Quicksilver location in Huntington Beach. That one fell through, but there was another ideal client where he would be in charge of servicing their copiers in one building. We prayed and waited, and stretched out the waiting period as long as possible without hurting his position at his current job.

After days and weeks of thinking things over and weighing out options, Robert decided to stay where he was currently working. There were changes up ahead that would make his decision to stay worthwhile. Unfortunately, there was another period of waiting for those changes to happen. In the meantime, he was still driving anywhere from LA to San Clemente, and juggling being a student, husband, and father. The stress was taking it's toll....

Another glimpse of hope to get back in to RICOH came his way a few weeks ago. Once again, he set up meetings to find out more about the position. In no time, a formal interview was done and all he had to wait for was for the paperwork to go through. Today, Robert got the call! He starts next Monday for training!

It is an answered prayer, one that has required Robert's patience to stretch and be tested, and for his trust in God to provide to be tried. It will ease up a lot of stress in regards how his days are scheduled, and make it less expensive in filling up his gas tank. I have yet to hear all the details, so more on the job change later!

Congratulations, LOVE!

HAPPY 4th of JULY

Candy Crash

This is what happens when kids eat too much candy:



Here's the real story:

I came back into the room and there she was. Robert had seen it all from beginning to end. She found the candy stash and worked hard at removing the plastic wrapping. The funny thing is that she never even took a taste! She walked around and played with candy in her hand, then fell asleep.

Marathon Runner

My dad is 63 years old. When he goes out running, he can go for miles (he runs around a good portion of Irvine). He exercises like a madman, and we often worry that his techniques are going to cause him a heart attack. So far, he's proving us all wrong!

My dad's goal is to run 10 marathons in his lifetime. At this point, he is only two marathons away from reaching that goal. The last time I asked him, he said he would probably keep running marathons until he can't run them anymore.

He has always been a hardworking, and determined man. When he sets his mind to doing something, there is nothing you can say or do to deter him. Hooray for you, Dad! Those young guys you pass up must be kicking themselves for being beaten to the finish line by the "Old Guy".

Happy Birthday MOM

My mom is not big on parties. She doesn't mind being pampered and cooked for--even though you'll still find her in the kitchen cooking something or helping with some cleaning; she just doesn't like to be in the spotlight. What's important to her is to be with family, and know that she is loved and appreciated.

Mom's special requests for her birthday was carrot cake and NO PRESENTS. Flowers were okay, especially since we don't seem to do too well on keeping them alive for a whole year. So, for Mom's birthday, she was surrounded by family and friends, flowers, and lots of love.









HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MOM! We love you so much!

Happy Mother's Day

Mother's Day was spent enjoying a "MOM did not cook" lunch at the Edwards' home. It was so much fun being able to have the afternoon to be with my ever-expanding family! I got pulled in to play a couple rounds of Taboo. Watched the "kids" and the other young'uns play Guitar Hero--so much more challenging for those who can play a REAL guitar. I also loved being able to catch up with other moms and hear stories about motherhood!

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

Quality Daycare Graduation Day

Savannah goes to Quality Daycare. She has been there for 4 months. She loves her teachers and all things that they teach her. She enjoys playing with her friends, singing songs, and learning new games.

I know how much she loves going to "school" because we hear her singing the songs she's learned from there every day. She even runs her own school. Sometimes she sits down with her imaginary classmates and goes over the "Good Morning" song. She'll go down the row and ask, "How are you today, _____?" and answers "Fine, thank you!" for each of them. She also does this with her family members as her students. Just do not make the mistake of calling her the teacher. She will adamantly say, "NO! I'm Nanas, big girl!"

For her first year in daycare, Savannah received a special certificate for adjusting well in daycare. She used to be the little 2 year old who did not like being woken up in the morning, and saying, "I don't want to go to school. I want to stay home with Gaby." She would be holding tightly to Mommy's hand and crying for a while once Mommy went out the door. She used to sit quietly in her chair, and watch her teachers and classmates sing and not utter one sound.

Now, she asks to go to school on the days I don't work. She sits in her chair, clapping and singing along with the rest of her friends. I am told that she is a born leader. She is not bossy, but suggestive in what she wants others to do.

I, too, have enjoyed watching Savannah blossom the past 4 months. She is learning her letters, shapes, number/counting. She will be an early reader. She loves books and loves being read to. One of these days, she'll be reading to Gaby! Of all that she is learning, we are all tickled with joy to hear her singing and saying things in Spanish. Thank you, Quality Daycare. Miss Laura, Miss Claudia and Miss Conchita, you have opened the world to her!!