DISTRACTION!

My goodness where have the days gone? I can't believe it's been two months since my last posting to my Blog. Everytime I thought about posting, something would come up or there would be a distraction. Wait, oh that's right, his name is Lil Adler Alan Bates! This child is good!!! He's such a good baby. He is always smiling and laughing. Did I mention, Adler has his own alarm clock built right in! Shelby has gone back to work (Nov. 13) and Adler comes to see Papa and GMa. I think everyone is starting to get into a rhythm now Who knew such a little thing could bring such Joy to our lives. The holidays have begun. Thanksgiving was great. The weather was even pretty. As usual, we had way too much food, but no one can say they were hungry. Heavier but not hungry. Christmas is right around the corner and as it seems once again, I am not ready. Up until about 5 years ago, I would be completely through with shopping before December arrived. That is not the case anymore. It will be nice to have the whole family together again. Each year I realize more and more that our time together is short and should not be taken for granted. Terry is busy with work and helping out with Adler, the house and taking me to OKC once a week for my doctor visits. Three weeks ago, I started seeing a Doctor (Dr. Rogers) in OKC for my pain. I think we are making some progress. It's a different approach and technique but I'm staying positive. Terry has been such a trooper through this whole ordeal, I'm hoping we can see the end of it soon. I have enjoyed keeping Adler so much. Shelby and Jared are great parents. With Shelby back at work, Jared has been helping get Adler ready in the mornings. It gives Dad some alone time with his boy. Sadie is staying busy with her school and rotations at the hospital. She has done really well with her Scentsy the past couple of months. Sadie takes pride in everything she does. She has been looking into some part-time positions at some local hospitals while she finishes her last part of school. She would want to me to tell everyone that she will be finished July 28! Stephen, the young man that Sadie has been seeing, has made a nice addition to our family. He compliments Sadie well. He makes Sadie "Smile". Izzy, poor Izzy, has taken a back seat to Adler. I know, it had to be expected, it's just I can't help but feel sad for her. Everything use to be about Izzy and only Izzy. She has done really well. She seems to be taking up her role as "Protector" lately. She is very gentle and never aggressive. She even gets to put her nose on him once in a while (Shhh!) She follows him from room to room and when possible she lays next to him. I'm sure it's to make sure she doesn't miss out on something! You guessed it! I have alot, lot, lot of picutres t the bottom. God Bless and Enjoy Your Holidays.
~DEO VOLENTE~