seriously

Well yesterday was very interesting. The girls were in the car, Chris was getting some last minute things in the house, I was crossing in front of the car in the garage to get in (usually I go behind). I went to move Chris' golf clubs out of the way and I guess I clipped an old rim that we had and it fell on my right foot. I didn't know what fell until I looked down to pick it up. When I did I was instantly pouring blood. We were suppose to be heading to Memphis, instead we rushed to the hospital. After a couple hours of x-rays and inspections of my wound. They told me I broke my foot, needed stitches, and a tetanus shot. The only thing I could think about is how am I suppose to Kaylee to swimming lessons, how is Ava going to get to physical therapy, how can I cook, carry a laundry basket, give the girls a bath, grocery shop, run errands, and drive after Chris leaves for Iraq. I was sobbing when I hurt my foot because of the pain. But once the doctor told me I couldn't drive I started to cry because I was so concerned about how I would manage doing the necessities. Its hard enough for me to use the crutches to go to the bathroom. Well I will find out this week after I see the orthopedic surgeon on whether or not I'll need surgery because the bone is slightly misaligned. And now I'm going to wrap my leg in a plastic bag so I could take a shower. Luckily we have a built in seat in our shower. Haha

story of my life

Busy is an understatement. I was under the impression that once Kaylee was out of school we would spend our days by the pool, riding bikes, having picnics, and just enjoying some quality time at home. I'm laughing hysterically at myself to think that was possible. We've spent every weekend in Memphis so far. The girls and I also stayed in Memphis last week to prepare for Kaylee's birthday party. She had an amazing time and after months of begging for a Nintendo DS, we got it for her. She also made a request to sit in a booster seat because she's 5 and a real big girl. After holding her back this long we gave in and got her a booster seat. The craziest part is Kaylee got a Coach purse from my parents. SERIOUSLY! I told them they are crazy, crazy I say! We just got back to Little Rock Sunday night. We are now back in Memphis to have dinner with Chris' family because his younger brother is leaving Thursday for the Navy. Then we go back after dinner. This weekend is my friend's birthday party in Memphis. Next week Thursday I have to come back for a New Kids on the Block concert. Haha you read it right. I feel like a kid again. Then we're going to the family cabin for the 4th of July weekend. Then the weekend after that we're in Memphis for my best friend Kellie's birthday. Then the weekend after that Chris and I are going to St. Louis for a Cardinals game, Six Flags, and Cheesecake Factory. Haha. Then Chris will be busy prepping for deployment. I have to register for my classes this fall. And at some point during this process we have to squeeze in some quality time with the girls, Chris, and I before he deploys. I'm a busy woman. If you want some time with me then call ahead and I'll pencil you in. Be forwarned, I'm booked months in advance. Haha.

kaylee lara whitten

The school year is ending. Kaylee had her Pre-K graduation and it was the cutest thing I have ever seen. She wore the cap and gown, sang songs, and received a diploma. She has changed so much this past school year. She can count to 100, write her numbers, read, and she draws every day. It has been hard to be without her all day. I couldn't wait for the last day of school. But as the day approaches and all her things from school are being sent home, I'm feeling really sad. My guess is because it's the end of something so precious. Its hard to imagine I will only get to spend every moment with her for the next 2 months and she's off to school again. She's grown so much and I feel like I've missed a good part of that because of her growth during school. I'm not teaching her to say mama, holding her hands while she learns to walk, showing her colors... now I'm sitting back as she comes home and tells me all the new things I had no idea she knew. This wednesday is her last day. It's also June. She will turn 5 on the 20th. Five years have gone by and it feels like yesterday we were bringing her home for the first time. Kaylee is so smart, sweet, intuitive, eager to learn, caring, kind-hearted, and loving. She is soft spoken with a tender heart. It's so easy to shower her with affection. She's my baby, my first baby. I always thought 5 years was so far away, kindergarten is no where near the future. And now here we are... time flies and I'm enjoying every minute of it.

(I went into the hospital for high blood pressure. My water broke while I was there. She was 2 weeks early so we weren't prepared. Our camera was at home. So her first picture was in her car seat right when we arrived home.)

Father's Day - June 20, 2004 - 10:47am - 5lbs 14oz - 19in.