Nice Weather

Wow, Its been alittle while since I have posted anything. I have been really busy with work and the kids. The weather has been so nice up here the last week. I got the pool emptied and refilled so the kids have been swimming like crazy. I had the pool filled a month ago but I didn't have a good filter so it turned all green and gross. Beng told me that I didn't have to empty it the chemicals would kill all the algae, but I thought it was to gross. I cleaned it and filled it back up. Got a new filter and some new chemicals and its good to go. The kids are having a ball in it. Dakota has learned to swim and Hunter well... he hates the water. Its kinda funny. He doesn't go in the thing without his life jacket on. Every time. Dakotas like a little fish. Loves swimming across and putting her head under the water. She is now trying to do a summer salt underwater. Summer salt? It that the right spelling for that? Looks weird. So, we are having a big get together for the 4th of July. we are having a few of our friends over from the other side. (King county area). Should be lots of fun. I'm really excited. We got lots of good food and we should have a good time. Dakota will be in the parade on Saturday for cheerleading. That will be fun for her. Hopefully she makes the paper. Hunter did last year when we were in it. Cross your fingers for her. OK well I'm going to run.. I just wanted to get a quick update out.. Have a great 4th. TA TA

New Wheel Chair

So I just wanted to post a picture of Bengy's new chair. Its really cool looking and has these big meaty tires on it. They look like mt bike tires. They are going to be great for when we go out to the park, games, gravel, the woods. They are just great tires for the outdoors.. Plus its a great looking chair. Its so shiny and new looking..

Happy Fathers Day

Today is Fathers day. So Happy Fathers day Dad. I love you soooooooo much. To my husband, Happy Fathers day Bengy I love you sooooooooooo much to.. So I have the worlds greatest dad.. I cant imagine having any other dad. He has been my rock all through life and has never doubted or given up on me. Every time I needed him he was always there. Late night calls, a shoulder to cry on, a babysitter, money, and most importantly love. He has done such a great job being a dad to 4 girls. The love that he has for his children is unconditional. He has always given me everything that I needed throughout life and made sure that I got the things that I needed before he got what he wanted. Growing up was amazing. My dad is the first person that I call when I need someone to talk to or someone to give me some encouraging words or advise. I would have to say next to Bengy he is my BEST friend If I'm upset he always seems to bring a smile to my face. I really don't know what I would do without him. I will forever be grateful to him for everything he has done for me. Dad I love and appreciate all that you have given and taught me. YOUR THE GREATEST DAD EVER. I love you.. TA TA

Mom

My mom was doing some work up here today so she came over and we made here some breakfast.. Was a nice visit. Thanks for stopping by mom.. Was great to see you. Now its our turn to come see you and Carl.. We will be Tahuya bound this summer.. TA TA

Thumper

Beng went in to have his pump put back in yesterday. Thank goodness. Its going to be great to have him back to normal. I was beginning to wonder if normal was ever going to return.. He did well, and should be rolling home by this evening. Yes! The kids are really excited for him to get home. We were all very nervous for him to go because he didn't come home the last time.. Its weird how kids are like that. They can just sense when something isn't right. Always seems to put me in a acquired position. His hospital stays have all been far from good.. So anytime he goes its always a scary thing.. Someday maybe I will get used to it. Doubt it though. He will be bringing home a new chair today to. We ordered it a few months ago and today he gets to pick it up.. This time it had big Mt. bike tires on it so that he can wheel around the property alittle better. Much easier on the gravel than his tires he has now. Will be nice. Dakota and Hunter are at there last day of school today. They are excited. Hunter asked me this morning how long until he is in 1st grade. I told him now.. He is stoked. Funny story. We were on our way to school yesterday and Hunter says, "mom is Dakota a teenager?" Nope. She says well, I'm a tweeny. Tweeny. What the heck is that. She says its in between a teenager and little girl. Oh.. I had no idea that's what they called themselves. Learn something new everyday. Tweeny. Anyways, oh we have a new member of the family.. Let me introduce you to Thumper. Dakota got a very cute rabbit for her birthday.. We shall see how this turns out.. Right now he is little and able to be in a cage inside. Not for long. Soon to be an outside pet. Papa is going to build us a cage for him. Thank god.. A cat litter box is stinky enough for me. I cant deal with a rabbit cage to. Well have a great rest of the week.. TA TA

June 13th

Wow, what a long day yesterday. We started off with Hunters last T-Ball game.. Awesome game by the way. Hunter was on fire. He is soooo good at hitting that ball. He will be ready for the big leagues next year. We had a BBQ after the game and then off to the house to get ready for Dakota Birthday party. We skipped out on Karate. I felt bad but we had to get ready for the party. Kids started showing up about 3:30pm. we ended up with like 13-14 kids. Was a good turn out. Dakota had lots of fun and got all sorts of new things. Lots of cloths. Good thing because all of her cloths are getting to small. She needed them. So Antie Nikki you dont have to get her any cloths. You canget her some toys.. We had hot dogs and cake and went swimming then came, Mom can I have some friends spend the night. Of course I'm a push over so I said yes to two girls.. They did better than last week.. They were sleeping by 12. Couldn't believe it. Got up this morning made breakfast and now they are all playing. Well, I'm done with my 3 days of steroids. No change. Damn it. I was hoping to get alittle from the treatment.. Nope. So I guess its a waiting game. I go see my Dr on the 1st so we will see what he says. Beng and the kids all survived. I didn't go to nuts. Thank goodness. Alittle emotional but that's about it. I held in together pretty well, especially with everything that was going on this weekend. Phew... I had to send my camera in to get fixed so my pictures that I am posting are from my phone.. Horrible. Sorry if there not to good.. I did the best I could with what I had.. Hopefully they will be sending my camera back soon.. I spent $600 on that thing and it didn't even last me 6 months. Crap.. TA TA

Let the games begin

I often times wonder if life just throws these curve balls to get back at someone. Probably not.. Im probably crazy for thinking that. Im sooooooo lucky that I have a husband that loves me so much.. I sometimes look at him and just think about how much Im in love with him and how happy he make me.. I know I don't always show it but I am.. Its trying times like these that make me love him even more. Just knowing that you have someone there that you know is going to love you know matter what is nice.. I think I could write a story about our life. Maybe we can be the next family reality show. Beng and Wen and there family of crazy medical needs. Would you watch us? I wouldnt. Dont feel bad if your answer was NO.. I know it can be a whole lot crazier but its pretty crazy now.. Its a never ending life and I love it most of the time.. I don't think I would change anything.. Well maybe the fact that I wish my face was alittle clearer, but who doesn't. Damn pimples.. So the whole reason for this post was to tell you that the games have begun. I started my treatment today.. Yipeee.. The is going to be a doozy.. Wish Bengy and the kids luck.. Hopefully I don't turn in to a monster. LOL.. Today is Dakotas B-Day eve. She will be 9 tomorrow.. So sad.. I cant believe it.. It makes me crazy to think that she is sooon to be a teenager. God help me.. We will be having a Birthday Bash for her on Sat.. We invited about 18 kids.. Call me crazy.. Should be a good time.. OK OK I know your sick of hearing about me so I will get.. Keep me in your prayers though. PLEASE.. Thank you.. TA TA

Got this in an email today.

1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good. 2. When in doubt, just take the next small step. 3. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone. 4. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends and parents will. Stay in touch. 5. Pay off your credit cards every month. 6. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree. 7. Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone. 8.. It's OK to get angry with God. He can take it. 9. Save for retirement starting with your first paycheck. 10. When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile. 11. Make peace with your past so it won't screw up the present. 12. It's OK to let your children see you cry. 13. Don't compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about. 14. If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn't be in it. 15. Everything can change in the blink of an eye. But don't worry; God never blinks. 16. Take a deep breath. It calms the mind. 17. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful. 18. Whatever doesn't kill you really does make you stronger. 19. It's never too late to have a happy childhood. But the second one is up to you and no one else. 20. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don't take no for an answer. 21. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, and wear the fancy lingerie. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special. 22. Over prepare, then go with the flow. 23. Be eccentric now. Don't wait for old age to wear purple. 24. The most important sex organ is the brain. 25. No one is in charge of your happiness but you. 26. Frame every so-called disaster with these words 'In five years, will this matter?' 27. Always choose life. 28. Forgive everyone everything. 29. What other people think of you is none of your business. 30. Time heals almost everything. Give time time. 31. However good or bad a situation is, it will change. 32. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does. 33. Believe in miracles. 34. God loves you because of who God is, not because of anything you did or didn't do. 35. Don't audit life. Show up and make the most of it now. 36. Growing old beats the alternative -- dying young. 37. Your children get only one childhood. 38. All that truly matters in the end is that you loved. 39. Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere. 40. If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's, we'd grab ours back. 41. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need. 42. The best is yet to come. 43. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up. 44. Yield. 45. Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift."

Blahhhh...

So, whats new. I'm having alittle episode with my lovely Bahcettes Syndrome. The whole left side of my face is numb.. Totally sucks. Its like going to the dentist and getting numb and it just doesn't go away. I'm disappointed. So that means I have to start a steroid treatment. God knows I totally hate that. It makes you so emotional and crazy and on top of that you cant sleep for anything. I'm alittle scared but I will get over it. The first time this happened I ended up in the hospital so, pray for me that that doesn't happen again.. Another note, Beng has decided to go in and have another pump put in on the 16th. He just isn't the same. The spasms are just ruining his life. He cant really do anything anymore. Totally sucks. He is really nervous about this surgery considering what happened at St. Joe's.. But he has a new surgeon and he is going to have it done at Swedish Medical. They are awesome. Please pray for him to that everything goes as planned.. Lets see, not a whole lot has been going on. Planning Dakotas 9th Birthday party for this weekend. 9 can you believe it? I cant.. Crazy, time flies.. OK well gotta go get ready for a T-Ball game.. TA TA

Sleep over

So we were supposed to have one girl stay the night last night and it turned into 3. Just to let you know I have yet to do a sleep over. I was waiting for Dakotas 9th Birthday party which is next weekend. Dakota was going to have a friend stay the night and it turned out that she wanted Dakota to stay and Dad and I said no so then she called another friend and she came over then the old friend got upset with Dakota so Dakota asked if she wanted to still come over and she says well only if my friend can come to and then I ended up with 4 girls.. Crazy story. The good news is that it turned out great and they had a good time. We ate pizza and watched movies. They made it until about 2am. I thought that it would be alot later. So now I have to have another sleep over next weekend. That should be harder. I have to have 6 girls this time. wish me luck.. Fun Times Fun Times... TA TA

Ladybugs

Beng had a Dr's apt today and while sitting in the waiting room he met this old man that showed some interest in him and his injury. He started talking to him and was asking him how he got injured and if it was hard to get used to. Bengy told him that it was but, that he had a great support system at home from his wife and kids. He told the old man that he had alot to live for because of his wife and kids, and that made getting used to his injury alittle easier. The old man gestured for him to come here. He said I go down to Ediz Hook (a local beach) and I get these rocks and I paint them. I give them to special people. Your a special person he said. He says and I will give you two, this gold one is for your wife because she sounds like a special lady, like gold, and this other one is for you.. I think it made his day. What a great way to end a day. It made me happy when he told me about it. I had to share it. Its so nice to know that there are still great people in this world. That old man is one of them. I have to say I think it touched Bengys heart. I know it did mine. TA TA

Karate

So I finally got some pictures of Dakota in her Karate uniform.. She is soooooo excited to have this outfit. She could not stop smiling. She is doing very well and loves going to practice. I have to say she likes it way more than Cheerleading. I found out that she can start going on Tuesdays and Thursdays to. Way cool. Now it wont take her as long to get her next colored belt. She was going only on Sat.. So I hope you enjoy these. She looks so cute.