Well......Jason and I thought it was about time to introduce the NEW member of the family:

Jason's mid-life crisis, a 1965 Chevy Cheville. Just kidding about the mid-life crisis, he said I could say it. Ha, ha! He has always wanted a muscle car and finally made his dream come true this past week. He found it on Ebay, Ty and him went to San Francisco to see it, then he and I took a weekend away and went to get it. Last Sunday we drove it down Highway 1. We had so much fun! It's so fun to see him having a ball with it. Ty's pretty into it too. You can call or email him for more info, but we wanted to at least introduce it. :)

Dear Lord, it's such a hectic day

With little time to stop and pray

For life's been anything but calm

Since You called on me to be a mom

Running errands, matching socks

Building dreams with building blocks

Cooking, cleaning, and finding shoes

And other stuff that children lose

Fitting lids on bottled bugs

Wiping tears and giving hugs

A stack of last weeks mail to read

So where's the quiet time I need?

Yet when I steal a minute, Lord

Just at the sink or ironing board

To ask the blessings of Your grace

I see then, in my small one's face

That you have blessed me

All the while

And I stop to kiss

That precious smile

What to do??

Just thought I would write all these conflicting feelings I have. Isn't it true once you write things down you feel much more rational about your decisions? You know, doing pros & cons? Anyway, I've been struggling inside for the past few weeks about what to do regarding Tyler's schooling next year. I just want to make sure that our decisions are based on him and not based upon anything selfish. Meaning wanting him with me more or maybe wanting more time free. It could go both ways.

There are so many options and with having the privilege of Co-leading MOPS next year I know my time will be much more stretched. Hence, now begins my life of choosing between all the activities that face us as our kids get bigger.

So far, the only answer I have come up with is, "God will reveal it to me". So, I'm going to devote my time in the word and in prayer and look for any signs of answers.

Ok, I feel a little better now that it written. Sorry for the rambling. :)

This is how we enjoy snow in Southern California

Ok....I know, I know....it's crazy, but this is how we play in the snow in our town. How do you guys do it?? LOL. Actually, it was kind of ideal. Walk a block or so, play in the snow but don't get too cold, and then walk home. I know you are all jealous! hee-hee

Things a child says....

Hi All! Our health is finally returning to us and we are beginning our normal routines around here. This is just a short little post, but I had to share two things Ty said today that just gave me an extra reason to smile.
We decided to go for walk at a time where it was sunny, but a few rain clouds were hanging around. About 3/4 of the way it started sprinkling, then raining, then hailing! I was running and pushing the stroller, Ty was riding on his bike as fast as he could, poor Jason had to walk so he didn't pull his stitches open. Poor guy. We were drenched. When we got in the garage Ty peered up at me with this questionable face, "Mama, why is their ice falling on me?". That started a fun little discussion.
Jason and I have really been trying to implement more fresh foods into all of our diets. So, I bought celery the other day. Well, at lunch today I gave Ty some with Peanut Butter in it. He loved it, to my surprise. Well, as I tucked him in tonight I began our nightly prayer. He quickly interrupted me to say, "Mama, what was that green stuff we ate today? Celery Ty. Oh ya, God thanks for the celry (that's how he says it) and peanut butter today". Oh how I wish I could remember to thank God for the simple things in life too.

Can I laugh yet??

Well.....the drama of the Bunn's just continues. My title of this post is, "Can I laugh yet??". So true to my thinking. A lot of you already know, but Jason was admitted into Henry Mayo last night and proceeded to have an emergency appendectomy at midnight. The surgery went as planned and they were able to take care of it laproscopically. So much better than making an incision. He is in a little pain and very frustrated at the noise and interruptions of the staff, but thankfully is healing. He should be released tomorrow. We're very excited to have him come home, but hope that he can rest here too!

If the timing could be good, I guess it was. We had a wonderful vacation in the O.C. and ended it with a bang at Ty & Shelby's Birthday party. We loved seeing so many of you and were so thankful for the gorgeous day the Lord gave us.

This year has brought many opportunities for us to appreciate those who love us and can't believe Gods timing in having my parents move here. I told them yesterday that they either jinxed us or God truly had a plan for us these past few months. I would like to, once again, thank them for helping us through our health battles. As well as some great friends, you know who you are.

I once again am reminded of my favorite verse, Phil 4:6, "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." I cannot fathom not having this peace that God provides. I truly feel that He has taken all my worries and I've really been able to focus on the kids and the week ahead with Jason healing. No worries, God is always in control.

One More Day.....

Okay.....I've been a little lax about blogging, but hey.....I'm on vacation! Tuesday & Wednesday were filled with non-exciting events, but enjoyable. Tuesday started with Mama and Ty playing air hockey and in the sandpit. We then went to Laguna Beach for lunch and played in the playground with the view of the ocean in the background. We just kinda relaxed and hung out in our villa for the day then headed to the Irvine Spectrum for the evening. The highlight, of course, was riding the carousel and ferris wheel. Actually, my highlight was not the Ferris Wheel or Shelby's for that matter. Kinda scary. I asked the lady if we could get off early because Shelby was done!

Wednesday......hmmm interesting. Jason had made appointments for us to get our FULL body scans. Whoa, that was fun. :) Actually it was quick and painless and worked out really well. Not sure how much radiation my body got, but it was interesting. Jason and I both found out we have very interesting backs! Last night was spent swimming in the incredibly warm pool and eating sushi. At least Jason and I did. Oh...I forgot to mention our favorite spot, The Shake Shack. We had to stop there!

Today we are on our way to Disneyland for Tylers Bday! Yipeee! I'm sure I'll have some fun pics for you all. I'll be seeing a lot of you at Ty's party on Saturday. Can't wait! Love to all.