November 2012

November was busy with activities, two trips, a birthday and an adoption day

Matthew with Trace Bundy, one of his favorite guitar players

We tried the regular house soccer program but after a few sessions the girls didn't want to go anymore. I found this program for kids with special needs. The yellow shirts are volunteers and there are about 3 for every 2 players. The girls absolutely love it and stay for both the younger and older kids sessions! The older and younger girls adore each other and it has been the best experience.

Shanna was having a hard time staying organized at school with her desk and folders. So a quick trip to Target, some time with the label maker and she is all set!

We shared our special day at the end of November. Two year anniversary of Shanna's Adoption Day and my 45th Birthday. Where does the time go?

And this is just so darn cute!

You may think this is the same picture, but it's not! This one is a baby picture, taken in 2005! She likes that blanket.

I took an unprecedented trip to Florida alone! to visit my mom.

While various reinforcements managed the household I was able to help my mom clear out some stuff.

We found the workbench corner

and then the rest of the garage

This is all the trash and recycling

These are the donations! Mom was one happy camper.

I came home from Florida and 24 hours later we all flew to Georgia for Thanksgiving.

Cindy and her kids are all doing well. Amanda is going to have a baby in April.

It was great being together again, but it was hard. We all miss Marty so much.

I made a crazy cake that he once made for my birthday. It took me ALL DAY.  Megan was a good and patient helper (with a crazy hairdo!)

Mary Alice and Sue worked hard putting hundreds of pictures from his memorial into a scrapbook

Amanda & Chris

Drew & Shannon

Drew did a great job filling his dad's shoes as the turkey man. It was delicious. Marty would be so proud of him.

Working on an art project

And all the while loving you, Marty.

and then on to December.