Hi Everyone!

[gja1000]

It's been sorta quiet in here! I've checked in everyday, but haven't had much time to post.

School is busy right now, it's about the middle of the semester, so that means things are gearing up, assignments are due, and students are getting a little stressed!

We are getting ready for accreditation by our national organization in April. We've been writing what is called a "Self-Study" for the past year. It contains EVERYTHING there is to know about us and our school. Then, for 3 days in April, we will have visitors from the accreditation organization spend time here with us looking over things and talking with faculty, students, and anyone else they want to talk with! It is a very stressful time, but we are in good shape and shouldn't have any problems!

Gary is still at the lake fishing with his aunt and uncle. I've gone down the past two weekends and will go again this weekend. I like getting away to the lake, but being gone every weekend is tough! He will likely stay through my spring break (I'll go down for the week when I am off).

Abigail has a track meet today and volleyball on the weekends. I got to see her play v-ball last weekend and I'm going to her track meet today. My Yorkie boyz are NOT happy with Gary and I for being gone so much. They are being very whiny and clingy when I am home. I don't blame them, I'm not home very much! I feel badly for them.

When you have a minute, tell us what has kept you so busy!

[DianaB]

You are such a busy woman, Gayle!!! Working your job then going to the lake on the weekends and keeping up with your Granddaughter's activities!!! It's no wonder that you haven't been on much.

I don't know what I've been doing. I've come on and kept up with the new posts and then when I have more time I go back over the ones that I've already answered. I've been searching for stuff on e-bay for my flea market booth but I'm hesitating buying much until I actually have my booth but I do enjoy finding good buys on e-bay so it's hard to resist at least looking. However when I'm on the computer a lot Glen gets upset with me so sadly.....4WT suffers for it. I will admit that I do spend wayyyyy too much time on the computer.

Besides that we went to Wichita to a couple of antique malls just to get away for a while before Glen gets busy in the field. I found a few things....not much. We also stopped at Lowe's and I picked out a nice curtain rod for my living room. The one that I had up was just one of the cheap white metal rods. The curtains were pulled back and the rod kept showing. Glen put it up for me a couple of days ago and it looks soooo much better. The curtains are hanging nicely at the side and the window is more open now....of course, you can see all the fingerprints from Karlie and nose prints from the dogs now!!!!.......You know.....that lived in look!!!

I had Karlie for awhile yesterday!! She was so excited to be here and she told Glen and I that over and over. We just saw her on Sunday!!! She makes us feel so loved.....I don't know what we ever did before we had her in our family!!! Dae Lynn went to the doctor and she is going to be induced on Friday. The baby hasn't dropped so that's a big concern. If she doesn't deliver on Friday they'll try inducing again on Saturday and if that still doesn't work then they'll take him c-section on Saturday evening. Please pray that she can deliver naturally on Friday. She's been diabetic and the doctor is concerned about letting her go over because she thinks the baby is big....................and the real kicker is that she's going to be gone next week. Anyway, by the weekend we should have our baby!!

I haven't been doing anything with the wedding plans....it seems that Jaci is determined to do things on her own.......I've really been struggling with that and my feelings have really been hurt. No disagreements or anything like that......just not being included in the decisions. The thought that my kids will finally be out of the house is difficult for me too. Just a lot of emotional things going on right now.

Anyway....for the next few days I'll be waiting for the baby and getting used to being a new Grandma!!! I can't wait for that sweet little boy to arrive!!!!

[paula1961]

I have been on here everyday too. It sure has been slow lately. Sometimes when I check in, there aren't even any new posts Anyways........wow Gayle you sure have been busy.

Enjoy your time at the lake and the time you are getting to spend watching Abigal in her sports. You will just have to give the boyz extra treats and love.

I have been busy seems like, but it's just been doing things that are not at all enjoyable. I have had some problems with my lungs after I had that really bad cold and flu. That hung on for a couple of months. So now I am dealing with having to go for a ct on my chest, that one was Monday. One on my neck will be on the 8th, and then back to see the dr on the 16th for a followup. I guess I will find out then what the problem is. Say a prayer for me please.
That's about it for me except just trying to keep up with these yorkies, that puppy is wild as a little buck I have her advertised but have only had 2 calls on her. I sure wish I could find her a wonderful family. I am in no hurry, I wouldn't want anything less than perfect for her. She is a mess

Diana, I certainly will say prayers for Dae Lynn! You let us know the minute that little bundle of love gets here. I will be watching everyday now for your news.
Sorry that you are not getting to help much with wedding decisions. I know that is tough for ya. But you can bet that before it's over, she will be wanting her Mom's input. That just seems to be how it goes.

[Janet]

Sounds like everyone has something going on doesn't it. I think Facebook has hurt us a lot...anyone else think the same thing? It's so easy to get a quick check on everyone and then off we go again...

I've been on the computer too much too Diana, only I'm not doing anything productive, mostly checking forums real quick and then playing games. I need to get our taxes done, but haven't done that yet...or Ricky's. I also need to learn to put this computer away for awhile. Seems like once I'm on it....the hours fly by and my house shows.

Been taking care of whatever Mom needs. She went to the Dr. today. Still has fluid in her lungs and Dr. thinks it's because of the dialysis. It's not taking enough fluid off. It's so hard to find a balance.

Ricky lost his job so been busy trying to find place for him to apply to part-time. It's hard to work and go to school, not everyone wants a part-time employee. Please keep him in your prayers.

We are considering selling Fancy. Haven't decided yet for sure, but I bought her for a specific purpose and so far nothing. It's like selling a family member and will be hard, but somethings gotta give somehow.

Looking forward to spring break the last full week of this month. Can't do much of course, but maybe I can get my house in order...clean a few closets and drawers. I just want to be able to sleep a little later...lol.

Hopefully everyone will come back to 4WT soon. I do miss the closeness. As nice as FB is for keeping in touch with friends and family, I almost wish it didn't exist. It's drawn alot of us from here.

Looking forward to baby news from Diana and keeping Dae Lynne in my prayers for a safe and easy delivery.

[Blueyes]

Hi Everybody!! I'm glad you started this thread, Gayle. Working and weddings and babies and medical tests and care giving....life does get tedious sometimes, huh?

I have been busy helping Teresa. I took her to see her surgeon today. He said she was doing great and can start cardiac rehab in 2-3 weeks. Then I get to drive her there 3 days a week I really don't mind, lol! I'm just thankful she's getting better!

I decided that I'm tired of looking at my bedroom walls, so I'm painting them tomorrow! The carpet is blue and the walls are very pale blue. It really doesn't go with the rest of my house, but I can't get new flooring right now. So I'm painting my walls a color called Crushed Grapes. It should look decent with the carpet...I HOPE!! I have ordered a new quilt for the bed. I want my room to look sort of "feminine antique". Yes...I just made that up, lol!!! Here's the quilt... http://www.walmart.com/ip/Carmel-Quilt-Set/10730039

[gja1000]

OH! I love quilt spread, Betsi!!! It DOES look feminine antique!!! Is the crushed grapes wall color like the purple in the quilt?