I had to take Esther for a check up at the doctors. Her eye looks so much better than it did even last night. I still wanted to take her is just to make sure that everything is on the mend. Her appointment was at 1:50 and you met us there. I pulled into the parking spot and saw you start to get out of the car. You had stopped by Starbucks on the way and bought me a passion tea and some lemon pound cake, my favorite. You know that I have had a rough week between dealing with Esther's infection and the kids not acting properly. I also have started having headaches in the afternoon that put a crimp in my evenings. Thank you so much for being so thoughtful. It was a little thing but it makes me feel special.
Thursday, February 28, 2013
February 28, 2013
Kimberly - I love you because you met me at the doctors appointment and brought me Starbucks.
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
February 27, 2013
Kimberly - I love you because you came home early from work so I would not have to take all 8 children to the ER.
Esther has been fighting this infection since Friday night. I am so tired of it all. What started out as a little pimple has turned into a huge deal with 2 antibiotics, probiotics, heating pads, and phone calls back and forth to the doctor. I feel like I have been on the phone for the past three days. When I was told to take her to the ER I literally broke down and cried. I was already worn out from dealing with kids who were antsy from not being able to play outside and trying to deal with school work. I was so thankful that you had the foresight to tell me to just wait an hour until you got home. You knew that I could not handle taking all the kids to the ER. I would have been a basket case. Thank you so much for knowing when I am overwhelmed and stepping in and rescuing me.
Esther has been fighting this infection since Friday night. I am so tired of it all. What started out as a little pimple has turned into a huge deal with 2 antibiotics, probiotics, heating pads, and phone calls back and forth to the doctor. I feel like I have been on the phone for the past three days. When I was told to take her to the ER I literally broke down and cried. I was already worn out from dealing with kids who were antsy from not being able to play outside and trying to deal with school work. I was so thankful that you had the foresight to tell me to just wait an hour until you got home. You knew that I could not handle taking all the kids to the ER. I would have been a basket case. Thank you so much for knowing when I am overwhelmed and stepping in and rescuing me.
Monday, February 25, 2013
February 25, 2013
Kimberly - I love Carl because we were able to meet for lunch after Esther's doctors appointment.
You were very apologetic about not being able to meet for the actual appointment. The older ones stayed in the car with Tirzah so I just had Daniel, Sam, and Caleb with me in addition to Esther. The appointment ended up being a lot more involved with the draining of the boil and the possibility of MRSA. Very scary. It was nice to meet you afterwards to get a little break before the trip to Target to pick up the medication for Esther. Thank you so much for the little reprieve in my day.
You were very apologetic about not being able to meet for the actual appointment. The older ones stayed in the car with Tirzah so I just had Daniel, Sam, and Caleb with me in addition to Esther. The appointment ended up being a lot more involved with the draining of the boil and the possibility of MRSA. Very scary. It was nice to meet you afterwards to get a little break before the trip to Target to pick up the medication for Esther. Thank you so much for the little reprieve in my day.
Sunday, February 24, 2013
February 24, 2013
Kimberly - I love you because you let me take Esther out to the fabric store even though you did not feel well. It meant a lot to her just to go out and look at sewing patterns and fabric.
I know you do not understand the fascination our daughter has with fashion. She is a girl and loves dresses. She is so excited about her Disney dresses she can wear when we go to Florida. She loves it when I make her dresses. She gets such satisfaction from telling people that her mom made her dress. I love to see her eyes light up when the dress I am making comes together. Growing up with four brothers I guess it is hard to get used to the girly things she is into. Just tonight you were picking on me because I said I needed to go out and get a black pair of crocs to wear to Florida. I said that I have brown ones but I can't wear them with my black skirts. You just laughed. I love you for understanding how much this means to her. She is also learning great skills in picking out patterns and fabric and learning how clothes are made. She will use these skills later in her life. Thanks for being an understanding daddy.
I know you do not understand the fascination our daughter has with fashion. She is a girl and loves dresses. She is so excited about her Disney dresses she can wear when we go to Florida. She loves it when I make her dresses. She gets such satisfaction from telling people that her mom made her dress. I love to see her eyes light up when the dress I am making comes together. Growing up with four brothers I guess it is hard to get used to the girly things she is into. Just tonight you were picking on me because I said I needed to go out and get a black pair of crocs to wear to Florida. I said that I have brown ones but I can't wear them with my black skirts. You just laughed. I love you for understanding how much this means to her. She is also learning great skills in picking out patterns and fabric and learning how clothes are made. She will use these skills later in her life. Thanks for being an understanding daddy.
Saturday, February 23, 2013
February 23, 2013
Kimberly - I love Carl because he works so hard to make improvements to our house.
We discovered a few years ago that the vinyl flooring in our house was installed poorly. It start to shrink away from the only glue that was put down. It was only glued around the edges and that glue failed. It was getting dangerous as the floor just kept pulling away. We knew we had to fix it so you spent months researching flooring options and came up with a very economical option. You decided to try it out in the kids bathroom before we tackled the kitchen. Today was the day that you put in the bathroom floor. You have worked hard all day just prepping. You did not even start to put the tile in until after dinner. I love that you are so diligent in making the improvements to the house. I love that you are a hard worker. It looks beautiful.
We discovered a few years ago that the vinyl flooring in our house was installed poorly. It start to shrink away from the only glue that was put down. It was only glued around the edges and that glue failed. It was getting dangerous as the floor just kept pulling away. We knew we had to fix it so you spent months researching flooring options and came up with a very economical option. You decided to try it out in the kids bathroom before we tackled the kitchen. Today was the day that you put in the bathroom floor. You have worked hard all day just prepping. You did not even start to put the tile in until after dinner. I love that you are so diligent in making the improvements to the house. I love that you are a hard worker. It looks beautiful.
Thursday, February 21, 2013
February 21, 2013
Kimberly - I love you because you bring me home soda from work after I have had a hard day. You also love me enough to let me know when your plans change at work.
Yesterday was a day where we were off our schedule. I met with my mom to go to the home school store to pick up some books. We got home and started finishing school. When I looked up at the clock it was 5:40 and I had not even thought about dinner. I called you and you were on your way home. Panic mode set in. I thawed some sausage quickly and began to fix potatoes and sausage with vegetable. A simple salad and bread finished the meal. Simple but filling. You called from your car and asked if I needed anything. The only thing I told you was a soda. I know, not very healthy. It is my special treat every now and then. You stopped by McDonald's and came home. Those extra couple minutes allowed me time to have dinner ready as soon as you walked in the door.
Last night you told me that you were going to be out of the office today. You had a site visit in Chapel Hill. Your plans changed and you thought of me. You sent me a text saying that your plans had changed. It makes me feel special when I know that you are thinking of me throughout your work day. Thanks sweetie for making me feel special. Know that I am praying for you as you are at work.
Yesterday was a day where we were off our schedule. I met with my mom to go to the home school store to pick up some books. We got home and started finishing school. When I looked up at the clock it was 5:40 and I had not even thought about dinner. I called you and you were on your way home. Panic mode set in. I thawed some sausage quickly and began to fix potatoes and sausage with vegetable. A simple salad and bread finished the meal. Simple but filling. You called from your car and asked if I needed anything. The only thing I told you was a soda. I know, not very healthy. It is my special treat every now and then. You stopped by McDonald's and came home. Those extra couple minutes allowed me time to have dinner ready as soon as you walked in the door.
Last night you told me that you were going to be out of the office today. You had a site visit in Chapel Hill. Your plans changed and you thought of me. You sent me a text saying that your plans had changed. It makes me feel special when I know that you are thinking of me throughout your work day. Thanks sweetie for making me feel special. Know that I am praying for you as you are at work.
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
February 20, 2013
Carl - I love you because you understand the importance of building relationships with our children and allow me to take them out in the evening. Thanks for watching the kids.
Kimberly - I love you because you are teaching our daughter how a young man should treat her.
Kimberly - I love you because you are teaching our daughter how a young man should treat her.
You and Esther went on a date last night. I believe you went to Golden Corral and then to Cold Stone Creamery. I am jealous. You did not bring anything home for me.;) Just kidding. I love how she looked forward to it and wanted you to hurry home. She so wanted me to curl her hair but her thin little girl hair just would not cooperate. She was disappointed. She waited at the window looking for you to come home. She was so excited. You took pictures and she looked so big in them. She is getting older. I am so thankful for a husband who treats his little girls with respect and love. You are definitely teaching her what kind of man to look for when she gets married. I love you for that. Please keep taking her on dates and me too.
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