Sam + Steph = Judah and Aidan

What?! Could this be an update?!

2010-08-18T15:27:00.000-07:00

Yes, it sure is! After a long period of silence I finally decided to break the spell!

A lot has happened and yet there's a lot that still needs to get done. Judah is now 4 yrs old and Aidan is a grand total of 2 1/2. They grow fast!

I've been putting school off for over a year now. At least I acknowledge the fact that there will never be an "ideal" time to begin. That's a good 1st step in the right direction. Hmmm....Yep!

I'm still not sure what I want to study,all I know is that I want to make some decent cash and also somewhat enjoy my job. I think that's everyone's wish. Maybe if I find that lucky star and wish hard enough my wish will be chosen and granted out of the billions of ppl staring up at the night sky with hope and anticipation in their hearts. Or perhaps we make our own luck? I lean towards that last statement.

And my post is done. Off to the gym I go- I realized that my pants aren't loose because I'm losing weight but are merely being stretched to fit my every growing figure. Yuck!

And I'm out. Peace!-Be still.

Stephanie~

Tati

2009-12-20T11:02:00.000-08:00

Tati is visiting me with her husband Sam who happens to be quite a swell dude!

I'm very excited and really stoked that I'm able to see her and spend some time with her. I wish that I could spend more time but work is keeping me very busy. We're gonna go to Speedzone today and it's on the company so that's pretty cool. Go-cart racing here we come!

Tati. I LOVE YOU!

Vegas

2009-11-21T20:12:00.001-08:00

My Company sent myself and a team of 8 other girls on a business trip to Vegas for a week. Yes, I'm doing sales and I'm actually enjoying it.

Anywho, this was my 1st week by myself and I opened 14 new accounts and am currently at number 18 in the country out of over 200 employees. Thank you. Thank you.

During our stay we weren't allowed to gamble, drink or watch TV. We were supposed to focus on why we were there. Guess it worked.

Missed my boys but knew that Sam was taking good care of them. Hats off to Sam! He's a wonderful daddy. :)

Good night.

10 steps to Sucess

2009-11-13T22:40:00.000-08:00

1. Think success. To attain the kind of success that you want, you need to dream big. Every success story starts with big dreams. You need to have big dreams for yourself - which you want to be somebody rich, famous or fulfilled. You need to have a clear vision of what you want to achieve. But it doesn't stop in dreaming alone. You should actively visualize success in your mind that you can almost feel it, touch it or it is within your reach. Play this image back at every opportunity. What does it feel to triple your current income? How will your life change? What will your business look like if you achieved the million-dollar mark?

Successful entrepreneurs possess an attitude of openness and faith that you can have what you want if you can simply envision it as the first step on the path of action to acquiring it. Management gurus have taught us the power of visualization - seeing yourself in your mind as having accomplished your dreams. If you want to be a successful writer, envision yourself signing books for a throng of people who have lined up to have your autograph. If you want to be rich, picture yourself in luxurious surroundings holding a fat bank account. And the process of envisioning success for you should be a constant activity! You need to think that you are successful (or will be one) every single waking hour. A personal development coach shared me her secret to help her continuously visualize her goals for the moment: when climbing stairs, recite your goal with every step you take. So if you want more money, say "I will have money" in every step of the stairs. This technique will reinforce your goal and keep it fresh in your consciousness.

2. Be passionate with what you do. You start a business to change any or all part of your life. To attain this change, you need to develop or uncover an intense, personal passion to change the way things are and to live life to the fullest. Success comes easily if you love what you do. Why? Because we are more relentless in our pursuit of goals about things that we love. If you hate your job right now, do you think you will ever be successful at it? Not in a million years! You may plod along, even become competent at the tasks, but you will never be a great success at it. You will achieve peak performance and do what you have to do to succeed only if you are doing something that interests you or something that you care about. Entrepreneurs who succeed do not mind the fact that they are putting in 15 or 18 hours a day to their business because they absolutely love what they do. Success in business is all about patience and hard work, which can only be attained if you are passionate and crazy with your tasks and activities.

3. Focus on your strengths. Let's face it; you cannot be everything to everybody. Each of us has our own strengths and weaknesses. To be effective, you need to identify your strengths and concentrate on it. You will become more successful if you are able to channel your efforts to areas that you do best. In business, for example, if you know you have good marketing instincts, then harness this strength and make full use of it. Seek help or assistance in areas that you may be poor at, such as accounting or bookkeeping. To transform your weakness to strength, consider taking hands-on learning or formal training.

4. Never consider the possibility of failure. Ayn Rand, in her novel The Fountainhead, wrote, "It is not in the nature of man - nor of any living entity, to start out by giving up." As an entrepreneur, you need to fully believe in your goals, and that you can do it. Think that what you are doing will contribute to the betterment of your environment and your personal self. You should have a strong faith in your idea, your capabilities and yourself. You must believe beyond a shadow of a doubt that you have the ability to recognize and fulfill them. The more you can develop faith in your ability to achieve your goals, the more rapidly you can attain it. However, your confidence should be balanced with calculated risks that you need to take to achieve greater rewards. Successful entrepreneurs are those who analyze and minimize risk in the pursuit of profit. As they always say, "no guts, no glory."

5. Plan accordingly. You have a vision, and you have enough faith in yourself to believe that you can achieve your vision. But do you know how to get to your vision? To achieve your vision, you need to have concrete goals that will provide the stepping-stone towards your ultimate vision. Put your goals in writing; not doing so just makes them as intangible fantasies. You need to plan each day in such a way that your every action contributes to the attainment of your vision. Do you foresee yourself as the next Martha Stewart of hand-made home furnishings? Perhaps today, you need to see an artist to help you conceptualize the new line of hand-made linens that you hope to launch. Intense goal orientation is the characteristic of every successful entrepreneur. They have a vision, and they know how to get there. Your ability to set goals and make plans for your accomplishment is the skill required to succeed. Plan, plan and plan - because without which failure is guaranteed.

6. Work hard! Every successful entrepreneur works hard, hard and hard. No one achieves success just by sitting and staring at the wall every single day. Brian Tracy puts it out this way, "You work eight hours per day for survival; everything over eight hours per day is for success." Ask any successful businessperson and they will tell you immediately that they had to work more than 60 hours per week at the start of their businesses. Be prepared to say goodbye to after-office drinks every day, or a regular weekend get-away trip. If you are in a start-up phase, you will have to breathe, eat and drink your business until it can stand on its own. Working hard will be easy if you have a vision, clear goals, and are passionate with what you do.

7. Constantly Look for Ways to Network. In business, you are judged by the company you keep - from your management team, board of directors, and strategic partners. Businesses always need assistance, more so small businesses. Maybe the lady you met in a trade association meeting can help you secure funding, or the gentleman at a conference can provide you with management advise. It is important to form alliances with people who can help you, and whom you can help in return. To succeed in business, you need to possess good networking skills and always be alert to opportunities to expand your contacts.

8. Willingness to Learn. You do not need to be a MBA degree holder or PhD graduate to succeed in your own business. In fact, there are a lot of entrepreneurs who did not even finish secondary education. Studies show that most self-made millionaires have average intelligence. Nonetheless, these people reached their full potentials achieved their financial and personal goals in business because they are willing to learn. To succeed, you must be willing to ask questions, remain curious, interested and open to new knowledge. This willingness to learn becomes more crucial given the rapid changes in technologies and ways of doing business.

9. Persevere and have faith. No one said that the road to success is easy. Despite your good intentions and hard work, sometimes you will fail. Some successful entrepreneurs suffered setbacks and resounding defeats, even bankruptcy, yet managed to quickly stand up to make it big in their fields. Your courage to persist in the face of adversity and ability to bounce back after a temporary disappointment will assure your success. You must learn to pick yourself up and start all over again. Your persistence is the measure of the belief in yourself. Remember, if you persevere, nothing can stop you.

10. Discipline yourself. Thomas Huxley once said, "Do what you should do, when you should do it, whether you like it or not." Self-discipline is the key to success. The strength of will to force yourself to pay the price of success - doing what others don't like to do, going the extra mile, fighting and winning the lonely battle with yourself.

And I will leave you with that and "good night".

Stephanie~

Giant worm gives birth to human boy

2009-11-09T07:55:00.000-08:00

LA Times says "This could be the second coming of Christ"

Update from Steph

2009-11-05T05:04:00.000-08:00

*I miss my boys.

*Get up at 5:00am evey morning and love it

*Left my only towel at the gym yesterday

*Been putting in 14 hr long days.

*Training finished in a week

*Love this song. It feels me and I feel it!

*Peace to the peaceful

My new truck

2009-11-04T08:01:00.000-08:00

So yeah... i know its RED. Gross! But it was a deal i couldn't pass up. We're gonna go camping, fishing, hiking, boating, you name it in this bad beast.

Halloween

2009-11-02T20:54:00.000-08:00

Just a thought I had...

2009-11-01T17:19:00.001-08:00

If only people would try to understand before passing judgement.

Judah's 1st day of school!

2009-08-31T07:52:00.000-07:00

So, today is Judah's 1st day of school. He was approved for a daycare that specializes in language and speech and is attending Richmond preschool.

Sam and I were both a little worried about him taking the bus by himself but he did just fine.

Sam, Judah, Aidan and I were all outside by the curb waiting for the bus to arrive. Judah was excited and with every bus that passed by he grew more and more anxious.

Finally the bus arrived. He got inside and the driver strapped him in. He looked so cute in that big bus seat! We said our goodbyes and he left still waving and with a smile on his face. :)

He's always been independent so I'm sure he's one happy 3 year old right now and I think he'll really enjoy his school.

He'll be away for close to 5 hours...I shall miss him. :( I guess now little Aidan can get some "special" time with mommy and daddy. On the 8th we'll have a better picture of how our schedule's gonna be looking.

Awwwww little Judah.

Update I guess....

2009-07-30T14:40:00.000-07:00

Sam will start community college at the end of this month and Judah will begin his daycare around the same time.

I joined a gym and have a personal trainer and I'm liking it. To tell you the truth I'm loving the gym! I feel so much better after working out. Neways, I look forward to volleyball on Sundays but not the ballooning.

Judah's talking a little bit more and so is Aidan. I dont' see the reason for having a blog and facebook but I'll continue nonetheless. and to top that off I think facebook is dangerous as I find myself letting all my stupidity spill out on everyone's pages and they dont' get my humor. Oh well. I just want to laugh!

Here are some pictures. Do enjoy!

Prepare for some randomness....

I have neglected this here blog...

2009-07-06T12:44:00.003-07:00

So yeah, no words just pictures. I'm sure that's what everyone wants anyways. :)
Well, perhaps a little bit of talking...

1st couple of pictures are from Judah's birthday. Sadly, we were too busy hosting (grandparents were visiting) that we both forgot to take pictures. We have a few pics and videos that I'll post later.
3rd pic: Aidan fell down and hit his face on the hard dirt and got dirt up his nose and a bad boo boo..:(
4th is Aidan looking fierce right before his fall
5th pic: Judah decided to dress himself :)

Okay I'll post something...

2009-06-29T21:11:00.000-07:00

"Something"

Kidding!

Well, where to begin?

Lets start with today shall we? I mean today was eventful enough!

Today, I woke up as 5:00am to drink a cup of water to make sure that I'd be well hydrated for my 6:00am run with Julie. Didn't work! I was gasping like a soon-to-be-mother pig. Gross!

Went to the Dr. at 9:00am while Sam took Judah for his appointment to see if he qualifies for a special daycare that focuses on speech. Now we're waiting for the outcome.

I deep cleaned the bathroom attempted to take a nap(didn't work) then got up and continued cleaning.

Dropped off Angie at her work and afterwards took the kids to the beach. We had fun. We visited Angie before our trip back home and she treated us to some yummie pizza, fries for the 3 little darlings and a Pasta for me-yum yum!

Came back home sat down for 5 minutes then I hear Julies sweet voice:

"Steph?"

"Yes?" I replied (I should've made a run for it)

"Judah pooped in his pants and it went on the floor....and he's running his car through it"

"Why, of course he did" I thought to myself then made my way to the garage to clean up yet another poop mess. Actually he's quite creative when it comes to poops. I mean who would've thought to use the back department of a tricycle as a potty? C'mon! Pure genius I tell you what!

Now I am all prettied up and waiting for the man of my dreams to get ready for our little date at Laguna beach! :D

Can't wait... Just watch some type of "poop accident" is going to delay our departure...

G'night!

:)

YES!

2009-06-18T16:33:00.001-07:00

I managed to break Sam's computer too!!!

:(

You gotta check this out!

2009-06-12T19:19:00.001-07:00

In loving memory

2009-06-10T02:25:00.000-07:00

6 years today and missing you more than ever!

In Loving Memory lyrics
By : Alter Bridge

Thanks for all you've done
I've missed you for so long
I can't believe you're gone
You still live in me
I feel you in the wind
You guide me constantly

I've never knew what it was to be alone, no
Cause you were always there for me
You were always there waiting
And ill come home and I miss your face so
Smiling down on me
I close my eyes to see

And I know, you're a part of me
And it's your song that sets me free
I sing it while I feel I can't hold on
I sing tonight cause it comforts me

I carry the things that remind me of you
In loving memory of
The one that was so true
Your were as kind as you could be
And even though you're gone
You still mean the world to me

I've never knew what it was to be alone, no
Cause you were always there for me
You were always there waiting
But now I come home and it's not the same, no
It feels empty and alone
I can't believe you're gone

And I know, you're a part of me
And it's your song that sets me free
I sing it while I feel I can't hold on
I sing tonight cause it comforts me

I'm glad he set you free from sorrow
I'll still love you more tomorrow
And you will be here with me still

And what you did you did with feeling
And You always found the meaning
And you always will
And you always will
And you always will

Ooo's

And I know, you're a part of me
And it's your song that sets me free
I sing it while I feel I can't hold on
I sing tonight cause it comforts me

I am officially...................

2009-06-03T19:07:00.000-07:00

*Drum roll*

Lei-linne Stephanie Kanani Radlein Blackschleger :)

And I am happy!

blank

2009-05-28T16:13:00.000-07:00

Quick run down:

Boys got a haircut

Sam needs a haircut (I keep procrastinating...sorry babe)

I need some hair

we have a hairy dog

and I HATE cleaning or touching loose wet hair! Gross!!!

Other than topics relating to "hair" we:

Went to a friends wedding last Sunday. That was fun!

Judah hasn't made much progress with his talking :(

Aidan is becoming a rascal

and I NEED to go fishing! I'm thinking of going deep sea fishing for my birthday. Anyone down? Thot so! such losers! Kidding!

And goodbye

Hello

2009-05-22T00:27:00.000-07:00

Yes hello hello!

We just had some computer problems but not any more!

Here are some pictures for update sake. On another note my grandparents and brother Daniel will be arriving on the 3oth which will be awesome! They're coming fur Judah's 3rd birthday. We'll probably go to Sea world or something of the sort; I'm not sure if my grandparents would be able to handle a party with a bunch of kids. He'll have fun either way. Wanted to invite at least a few ppl... I don't know we'll see.

And that little puppy that I mentioned earlier on... Is driving me bonkers!!!

Tired?

2009-05-02T01:14:00.000-07:00

Join the club!!!

When am I NOT tired?

No miracle working solutions here. Move along. Sorry...

P.S

Coffee... Bah! Lies!

If you want a little giggle...

2009-04-25T21:34:00.001-07:00

So, Judah and I were doing some flash cards on Youtube then one click led to another and I found this!

Made me giggle. Hope it has the same affect on you!

Take care,

P.S
I got he kids a puppy last Saturday!

Family

2009-04-21T21:07:00.001-07:00

To keep it short I got in touch with my biological mom and siblings. Daniel and I (brother) went up to visit them (Mom and 2 sisters and 1 brother) a few weeks ago. It was a good visit and they're really sweet and happy that they got in contact with us.

Here are some pics

I chose a decent pic of myself to post in hopes to make up for the others....

Leila, Jolie and myself.

Oh that's just me bothering Daniel like the good ol days

Mom and Leila

Mom and Danile

Younger brother Eleki

We moved

2009-04-17T20:32:00.000-07:00

1st things 1st:

We moved and I like it!

It's a 4 bdr house in Fullerton and we're renting with Julie (Sam's sister)
I like it! Words can't describe how mucho me gusto!!! It's like an ever lasting "sigh" like the sigh you sigh after having great sex! The feeling is just that good! :P

Here are some pictures of the boys (Don't have any pics of the house as of yet) I'll try to take some some time...when I remember...la di dum....

We found a good deal on a couch and dinning table. Again, I sigh with a smile! We just need a bit more decorations.

Anywho, We're thinking of doing a house warming but it's just in the "idea" stage. I vote "no"! JK!

Take care, info and pics on trip coming up next!

-xxx

East coast

2009-04-07T12:26:00.000-07:00

That's right! I (Stephanie) am currently in Joppa MD visiting my long lost family. Posts and pictures later. I miss Sam, Judah and Aidan!!!! Love you my sweets! Catch ya later!!!

It's moving time...

2009-03-30T11:55:00.000-07:00

So, we're moving to Fullerton. Will be in our new house hopefully by tomorrow. Won't have internet for a time.

End of Post.

.....................

oh okay- Fine....

Kisses, hugs, and luviduvduv to ya!

:D

2009-03-18T19:45:00.000-07:00

Sam's grand idea!He really captured the "moment"... ha ha!
Love it!

Ballooning....................................................

2009-03-14T22:09:00.000-07:00

I look so inspired! LOL!

Thought I’d share some of my ballooning testimonies with ya…

One time I was ballooning at the mall and when concentrating on making a balloon this lady comes up and puts her hand on my arm and says “Don’t worry honey, your talents are gonna be discovered some day.” And leaves me with a “wink, wink” and I’m like: “Blink, blink” …Made me really think about my future…

This lady hires me for her daughter’s birthday party. I made a “friend”! This “friend” soon became my constant companion aka-The father! He wouldn’t leave my side and hired me for an ex”tra ½ hour. After the party was over he helped to carry my things to the car and tips me an extra $30 or so…While I’m driving I get a txt “You’re very beautiful”
…Yeah, I know who’s NOT gonna hire me again…LOL!

(Marie should remember this story) I was about 16 or so and had a very long and busy day ballooning so much that my fingers were cramping. Anywho, that night Marie and I crashed on the couch. I woke up in the middle of the night and began talking nonsense. It went something like this:
ME: “Marie! Marie! Have you seen him?
Marie: “Seen who? What are you talking about?”
ME: “His head! I can’t find his head!”
Marie: “What? Who’s head? “
Me: “My boyfriend’s head” (Was boyfriend- less at the time) It floated away and I can’t find it!”
Marie: (Laughing through her frustration) Steph! You’re don’t know what you’re talking about!”
Me: Of course I do! See?! I knew you wouldn’t believe me… I know you think that I’m not making sense but I am! I am! His head- it’s a balloon and it floated away! Can you help me find it?”
Marie: Just go to sleep Steph…
Me:”Okay. Okay”
Fell asleep and to my surprise could remember our little late night conversation the following morning and haven’t forgotten it since! Hahahaha…

Most annoying jokes that I get EVER week…
1).” Mr. Mr. can you make me a bicycle?” (From the movie “The wedding crashers”)And they think that they’re THE funniest person ever…My reply is a simple and stern “Nope” , followed with one of my put on smiles, as well as my well practiced giggle and then ending with “I’m not that cool”. 
2.) When a balloon pops and someone walking by pretend that they got shot.
I mutter behind my smile “ Die”…That’s when I’m not in the best of moods of course. LOL

I’ll end it with this:
I hope I’m remembered for something other than ballooning when I die. LOL! Kidding!
Off to bed I go!

Becaues I feel the need...

2009-03-11T19:06:00.000-07:00

I will post this song.

Already thinking of...

2009-03-09T06:26:00.001-07:00

When my Judah and Aidan are 17-18 and wanting their own life away from Mommy...:(

Makes me SO sad. (mutter to self...) "NEVER". Hahahaha!

Oh where in the world is Tatianna Noble?!

2009-03-06T12:57:00.000-08:00

I'm sure you agree with this post Brittani, no? It seems that our dear sweet Tati only answers blog posts. Hmmmm

LOL!

Tati! Answers! Now!!!

(Smooch!)

My Pooch-kie

2009-03-04T08:13:00.000-08:00

This morning we're gonna take Judah in to be checked for Autism as he'll be 3 in June and basically just says the first syllable in a word. Such as "Wa" for water and "ba" for ball "A" for Aidan ect, ect. The only word that he says clearly and quite often actually is, "No" LOL! Must be his favorite word.
Some ppl have suggested that we get him checked and I personally, though I don't think it's Autism always follow the saying "better safe than sorry". Might be something different but it's better to nip it in the butt (I like to say butt over "bud" because I'm cool like that) while he's young.
;)There are a couple other things as well but I think it's hard to discern what's "Toddler behavior" and Autism. I guess it's Toddler behavior to the extreme???

Well, I'll leave it to the specialists.

I guess I'll be given some pointers and advice on how I can help him which I would be most thankful for as my knowledge on the subject only goes so far...

Yeah, it doesn't really go that far at all.
I'm quick to think that it's my fault some how...:( But, I won't say anything until I know exactly what "it" is.

Anywho, I shall keep you updated.

Awwww Judah's so handsome!

Love him with me!!! LOL!

"The giving tree"

2009-02-27T13:43:00.000-08:00

I just HAD to post about this book as it was my all time favorite book when I was a little girl!

Terri and I went to Lakshore today and I saw it there and it just brought back so many memories... It's such a sweet, sweet story and I loved trees so it was perfect!

I ended up memorizing it because I read it so much and would quote it to my dear brother Daniel who had to listen because daddy told him to be nice to his little sister. :P
I would sleep with it, take it to school, take it out while shopping, out to Chucky Cheese and everything. Don't ask me what happened to it though as I don't remember. Maybe it was just so hard on me that I decided to block it's disappearance out of my memory. Maybe my dad thought it best to get rid of it out of concern for me and my ever growing attachment to the book.

Anywho, I decided that I'm going to buy it for the boys. I would've gotten it already but didn't have enough cash on me. Oh well. It shall be mine again!!!

Muahahahaha!

Smart phones

2009-02-24T13:01:00.000-08:00

I never new that phones had the ability to hide, jump and fly! My God! What is this world coming to?!

Read carefully... and be warned! They're smarter then they appear.

Phone #1. Decided to sneak away and hide while I was preoccupied with putting the kids in the car and trying to convince them to not give up on life, that it was all going to be okay. Little did the phone know that his life was nearing it's end.

Phone #2 when in a hurry and racing to the car with a kid in each arm decided that it was the optimum time for escape being that I was distracted with carrying the kids and having them "communicate" with each other using my ears as the phone line. That darn phone jumped right out of my pocket!

Phone # 3 When I was carrying Aidan, trying to cook and also use the phone for it's purpose decided that it wanted to change careers and become a bird and attempted to fly. ...Then it flew-flew right into the sink. Yes, phones can fly apparently. Well, kinda :D

I would laugh but I just feel like crying. I blame it on my kids and the phones for not informing me of their hidden talents. But it comforts me to know that it's NOT my fault. They are evolving into the supreme species.

END of Excuses...:P

Enjoy life and enjoy the pictures.

Stephanie, Stephanie, Sam

2009-02-21T11:29:00.000-08:00

So here are some recent pics of Sam and I out with our hot/sweet friend/neighbor Stephanie. We had fun!

Love to..........YOU!

Bright idea!

2009-02-18T08:50:00.000-08:00

Teach Judah to change Aidan's diaper!

Ta da!

"Easy silence"

2009-02-16T18:06:00.001-08:00

when the calls and conversations
Accidents and accusations
Messages and misperceptions
Paralyze my mind
Busses, cars, and airplanes leaving
Burnin' fumes of gasoline and
And everyone is running and I
Come to find a refuge in the

Easy silence that you make for me
It's okay when there's nothing more to say to me
And the peaceful quiet you create for me
And the way you keep the world at bay for me
The way you keep the world at bay

Monkeys on the barricades
Are warning us to back away
They form commissions trying to find
The next one they can crucify
And anger plays on every station
Answers only make more questions
I need something to believe in
Breathe in sanctuary in the

Easy silence that you make for me
It's okay when there's nothing more to say to me
And the peaceful quiet you create for me
And the way you keep the world at bay for me
The way you keep the world at bay

Children lose their youth too soon
Watching war made us immune
And I've got all the world to lose
But I just want to hold on to the

Easy silence that you make for me
It's okay when there's nothing more to say to me
And the peaceful quiet you create for me
And the way you keep the world at bay for me

The easy silence that you make for me
It's okay when there's nothing more to say to me
And the peaceful quiet you create for me
And the way you keep the world at bay for me
The way you keep the world at bay for me
The way you keep the world at bay

Love this song and the Dixie chicks and yes....I listen to country music- :) Bah!

Time for a new post...

2009-02-10T21:07:00.000-08:00

So, here are some classic pictures of us kids and Dad dressed as a clowns. Yeeeeaaah I'm the one with the orange wig. I loved that wig...and of course I "needed" to throw in the football...anywho. Go ahead and laugh!

Wish you all the best and to my friends and family: just because I don't write you doesn't mean I don't love you! ;)

Fingers crossed...

2009-02-01T13:52:00.000-08:00

Steelers MUST win!!! and they shall!

You'll see! You'll see... heh

:D

Twinkle twinkle! Woo hoo!

2009-01-21T12:55:00.001-08:00

Kimberly

2008-12-27T11:41:00.000-08:00

Sweet, dearest Kim passed on to be with the Lord on the 25th of this month. I will miss her dearly. If you knew her you'd know that she was the sweetest soul on earth. Tender, kind hearted, strong in love and faith. She is greatly loved and greatly missed. We love you!

Here's a song that I wrote last night for Sam and Kim.

Verse 1.

Dr said there aint much time
Your mother here is leaving soon
Grabbed my keys and went outside
Jumped in my car
then while speeding down the highway
I cried

(Chorus)

Hold on mother
I’m on my way
I’m heading down to see ya
Please stay
Don’t care about my speeding
because
I’m racing down to meet ya
Gotta get down to you first
And take you in my arms
Before Jesus does
.

verse 2.

Made my way to that 3rd floor
Made it there just in time
To hold your hand and kiss your head
Then I said goodbye
Couldn’t hold back ‘em tears
I cried

(Chorus)
Hold on mother
I made my way
I’m standing here beside ya
Please stay
forgive me for my speeding
because
Was just racing down to meet ya
Had to get down to your first
And take you in my arms
Before Jesus does

(Bridge)
No, I haven’t let go
and I don’t think
I'd ever really can
Such a beautiful soul
My pretty pink rose
You made me a better man

(chorus)
Goodbye mother
you’re on your way
You’re going on before us
Here we’ll stay
Don’t worry ‘bout us children
or dad
We’ll take good care of him
You’re still our pretty angel
though your gone
Once we held you in our arms
Now Jesus does

Song

2008-12-19T14:38:00.000-08:00

In loving memory of my dad on his birthday
Written for Sam and Angie Blackschleger who's mom is fighting cancer and for
David and Ricky Morel who just lost their brother on the 14th of this month.

Praying for you all during this difficult and painful time. I love you.

"Out of our hands"

I know dear friend
you wish that you could be
that Dr. and healer that your mother needs
and I know you would
in a heart beat
take her place

there's just so many questions
you don't understand
your prayers seem unanswered
it's out of your hands

all you're left with is time,
you're not ready to say goodbye.

(chorus)
You ask God
doesn't heaven have enough
of angels to fill it's halls
I'm thankful for the time
but, it's painful I won't lie
to watch my angel fly away

I know dear friend
you wish that you could steer
the wheel of that car and your brother would be here
for that family portrait
for Christmas,
this year.

there's just so many questions
you don't understand
your prayers seem unanswered
it's out of your hands

You just wish you had time
you weren't ready to say goodbye

(chorus)
You ask God
doesn't heaven have enough
of angels to fill it's halls
I'm thankful for the time
but, it's painful I won't lie
to watch my angel fly away

My handsome schleger man :)

2008-12-16T20:59:00.000-08:00

I'm so darn lucky!

Our Baby's a year old!

2008-12-12T22:50:00.000-08:00

Here's to our little Aidan. The loving yet intense child. The fat one. The one who when you say "I'm gonna get you" charges toward you at full speed... Our little "bulldog"... the one and only Aidan. WE LOVE YOU! Happy Birthday.

More pics of the boys.

2008-12-03T08:33:00.001-08:00

Happy Christmas season to all!
Bye.

Gobble, Gobble anyone?

2008-11-27T08:37:00.000-08:00

Just wanted to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving happens to be my favorite Holiday! Maybe because it was never as stressful as Christmas time with Christmas push and all and I guess you always took the time to go over life and find the things that you're the most thankful for which were usually loved ones and the special times you spent together. Yeah... the food has absolutely nothing to do with it! :D

Anywho, I'm thankful for all my good friends,my best friend Tati, my family, My Sam, Judah and Aidan and so, so much more.

I was never a huge talker... so I'll leave it at this:

Just be thankful for the folks around you, you're loved ones and the times that you have together, it won't last forever. Even those rough times... you'll eventually get through it and that's what builds your character. And how can you move on to the future if you're holding on to the past? Let it go and let it push you forward.

Life is as good as you make it to be!

Make it good! Smile! "When you see someone without a smile, give 'em one of yours".

"Improvise, adapt and overcome!"

I appreciate you and the part that you played in my life whether big or small, happy or sad- thanks to all!

Happy Thanksgiving!

"These eyes"

2008-11-23T08:24:00.000-08:00

Oh God! Oh God! Oh God! These tears are streaming from my eyes. So Funny!

Our Governor...

2008-11-21T22:16:00.000-08:00

We Californians must stress him out... Just look at him. Leave the man alone. Geesh!

4 sick wittle boys in the house

2008-11-18T20:45:00.000-08:00

It's so sad when kids get sick. I almost always get teary eyed when I see a child sick (sniff, sniff). Odin walks around with tears in his big blue pretty eyes, Aidan didn't want to be moved around and Judah hasn't eaten anything all day only water. He just had a glass of milk (at 9pm) and now he's drifting off to sleep again. Aidan began feeling better earlier on today but last night was quite the night with the both of 'em. Sam and I had to wash a ton of towels, sheets and blankets. Anywho, I'm happy that they're feeling better and can't wait till I can play with them all rough again... Judah's not meant to be quiet like this... I miss him....I want things back to the way they were!!!! Soon Stephy..Soon! :)

Ape shit fires...

2008-11-16T08:41:00.000-08:00

So there's "wild fires" going on here in Ca again.This time it about 5 mi away from us(right now) although it's heading W. which is away from us. But they said that the winds could change which is what happened yesterday. Anywho, now to my story.

Sam and Jaydee, longing for adventure and escape from their day to day "Fatherly routine" decided to chase after the fires last night... I'll let Jaydee tell that story my story is:

Terri and I are home with the kids while the men are chasing after that "ultimate high" or what I like to call "ultimate boner" hahahaha (sorry) and I get a call from Jeff (Sam's dad) and he's asking where Sam is and so I fill him in.

Next morning:

Sam: "Yeah, my dad called last night and asked if I was keeping a close watch on the fires. I said "yeah. Why?"

Jeff: Because it's going Ape shit that's why!!!

Hahahahha! I thought that was SO funny especially since it was coming from Jeff. Anywho, thought I'd share.

Here ya go Marie...

2008-11-14T13:13:00.000-08:00

Love this band and this song... and ooh ooh yes!- and Caleb Followill. I shall pray with him some day...HE's MINE you hear?! Mine!:D

Aidan

2008-11-13T14:18:00.000-08:00

This post is dedicated to Aidan who in one month will be a year old! Time flies! He's so full of life and alway active. He's a bit more serious than his older brother Judah was at his age. Ppl have commented that he sometimes looks like he's plotting an evil plan when he focuses on something which he does often. Either way he still looks adorable to me being his mother but you gotta admit... he IS a cutie and WILL be quite the heartbreaker. :)

Ta-ta!

In foolish loving memory for Marie on her birthday!

2008-11-08T18:34:00.000-08:00

So, I just have to tell this story because when it happened I couldn't stop laughing because it reminded me of Marie and I when we were young...

I was ballooning at good 'ol El Torito's and I starting making balloons for this one table with these two young chubby girls probably around 10-11 years old (sisters)both with an enormous size plat of food .

As I was making them their balloons I happened to notice that out the window on the sidewalk there was this man dressed as the "Grim reaper" advertising for some store close by. He looked pretty funny as his head was a bit over sized and he was doing this funky dance... Anywho, I made a comment about this creature (can't remember what I said) and it made the girls and the parents laugh; the parents stopped laughing but the girls continued on with their giggles and kept looking out the window at that "Ripper". I said another comment (again, can't remember) and that made the girls laugh even harder and they began adding to the comment and making jokes to each other. Then one girl (this one would be me as I'm the clumsy one :P) accidentally dropped her plate on the floor. The other girl upon seeing this began laughing so hard that she had to spit her food out(I'm not saying that this one is you Marie, as it happens to everyone). This made both the girls laugh even harder and they both began to choke. A "cough, cough, giggle, giggle, red face" sort of thing. Anywho.... I went away in laughter, a huge smile on my face and with a fuzzy filling inside. Made me miss you Marie and the fun times that I always have with you. Wish that I could spend this very special day with you but can't. Love to but can't...:P

Love you and Happy Birthday!

p.s
I think that this is the longest post I ever made so... I hope you're thankful. Hope your thankful. :P

And Checko, if you happen to read this, which I doubt but just in case- HAPPY BIRTHDAY!-xxx

Pics from trip

2008-11-02T15:34:00.000-08:00

They're here!

2008-10-30T21:29:00.000-07:00

Yes, yes, yes... We've been slacking with the posts but it's been non-stop these past couple months. Busy, busy, busy!

We went to San antonio for a couple of days and saw me family which was nice. It was nice to see everyone wanted to see Joey but he was working. We would've liked to stay longer but we had to get back in time for work and also to pick up Terry and darling little Jarell from San Diego. Jaydee and Odin arrived a couple days later (Monday) and they'll be staying with us for a bit to raise funds to move to Nigeria! Awesome, no? I'm Happy! :)

I would post some pictures from our trip but I can't find the camera.

Until then....be content with this humble little post,eh?

My beautiful boys/man

2008-10-14T13:18:00.000-07:00

Sam at 18...:)

2008-10-10T07:13:00.000-07:00

I found this picture last night. Sam looks quite pleased... Who wouldn't?! Hahahahaha

Sam n Steph (breeders)

2008-10-07T23:35:00.000-07:00

Well, we always post of the kids so here are some pics of the "Makers"

Car Show with Daddy

2008-10-05T08:59:00.000-07:00

Quick run down...

2008-09-22T20:58:00.000-07:00

Sam's sister and her family ( Marrissa, Michael, Bella and Chanel) are visiting from New Zealand. They're pretty cool and their daughters are darling!

Went to the LA Zoo today... I was tired and edgy so I decided to take Aidan to go visit my friend Freddy the Komodo Dragon. We first met last year when I was PG with Aidan so...

Anywho, enough with my insanity. Here are some pictures.

Sam's birthday present surprise.

2008-09-13T18:52:00.000-07:00

Note: Sam doesn't like changing poo poo diapers (who does?) especially smelly gross ones particularly made by Judah...

Step 1: Buy the Birthday present

Step 2. Rap it snuggly inside a diaper. (If your man or women likes big surprise you may wanna try using a Grown up diaper instead)

Step 3. Trick him into thinking that inside that there diaper is the most horrific poop you've ever seen so much that he just has to see it for himself.

Step 4. Enjoy the smiles and laughter. :)

Happy Birthday to me... 2 days ago...he he he

2008-09-05T08:01:00.001-07:00

Thanks Sam for a wonderful birthday!

Sam took me out the night before my birthday (Julie watched the kids-THANK YOU!)Went to Dave and Busters ate, drank, played some games then watched "Dark knight". Afterwards went to the beach popped open some beer talked, laughed and watched this boat that looked like it was drifting towards us. Looked like a ghost trip and gave me the shivers.:P Next day on my birthday Sam organized a BBQ for me so I through on my Cowboy hat and demanded to be queen of the day. Hahahahaha. Played Volleyball (of course) and was tipsy for just about the whole day drinking my wine...:D No, I didn't get drunkiness for this Chica. In short I had a blast! Thanks Babe so much and thanks to all who came and if you weren't invited don't feel bad. It's only because I knew that you wouldn't be able to make it because it was during the week. ;)

And of course...HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO WITTLE ADORABLE ODIN!

May the Lord bless you with milk overflowing and with a plenty supply of women now and always! :P

And this ones for Daddy.

Pictures from this weekend.

2008-09-02T12:58:00.001-07:00

Went camping with Rick and Maria at "La Jolla Indian reservation campground". T'was fun. We've been wanting to go camping for a while and were trying to plan it but it never seemed to be the right time then Rick and Maria just decided to go camping for Labor day and invited us the day before! I'm happy they did! It was fun. Thanks guys!

Spoiled child

2008-08-26T18:11:00.000-07:00

I am! Thought that I was talking about one of my sons huh? Well, they're not spoiled just have a bit of a screaming problem...:D

The other night someone said "Wow! Sam really does spoil you!" I being the proud being that I am upon hearing his comment immediately started denying it and began going off on how I use to do blah blah blah for Sam and how I would spend "x" amount on him and blah blah blah... but the truth is that Sam really DOES spoil me!!! There! I confessed!

The other night I had a horrible headache and I was so tired. I plopped myself on the coach hand on head then came Sam; he grabbed my hand and took me to the bathroom where he had a Hot bath waiting for me with lit candles and everything! If you know me then you'd know that I LOVE baths just never really have the time anymore... anywho, so he gave me a scrub...he he he then afterwards had the room all nice and clean with a lit candle and some flowers for me. Awwwww! I was so touched...so yeah! I am spoiled! It wasn't until I was in that nice hot bathtub that I started realizing just how much Sam spoils me. Anywho, thanks my sweets! I love you! I don't deserve it.

Latest happenings in our happening life!

2008-08-20T07:42:00.000-07:00

It's been non-stop Cherub Wings for the past few days; Judah's "new love" I guess. He likes to sing the songs but when I try to enter in...hehe... he tells me to "shhhhh". It seems that he prefers to make the sounds for things then call them by their name. I was talking with my neighbor the other day and told her about Judah's sound making and she said that that meant he was going to musically inclined. Go figure!

He still doesn't want to use the potty and I don't want to force it on him. I'd rather he want to do it. Ina (of David) said that she didn't begin potty training her kids until they were 30 months so maybe I'll wait till then. Sam was potty trained early...and I have no clue when I was potty trained.

Judah's been beating up on Aidan, playing rough and kicking ect, So there's been a lot of tears and whaling through out the day.

ummmmmmm I guess that's it for right now. Sam wants to make a post *some time* so I'll stop here and let Sam share the rest with you...

Maggots

2008-08-19T07:54:00.000-07:00

I hate em, I'll kill any that dares to show themselves to me without any slight feelings of guilt! I'll soak them with gas then throw a match and grin while I do it feeling like I've done my service to mankind.

And Marie, yes, yes, Marie I still remember when you sent me to "fix" that pipe, you knowing that the surroundings was infested with those demonic creatures. I pulled on the cloth that was tied around the pipe to stop the leak and then out of no where came the flying Maggots! I screamed and then looked up only to see Marie laughing in the window. Such a sweet, sweet sister! :P

Gotta love her!

Thought I'd share...

"memories, nothing more than memories...that LIVE!"

Happy Birthday sweetest Tati of mine!

2008-08-14T07:59:00.000-07:00

Think I'd forget eh? Never!

Wish you the best this year and always Tati! You're simply BEAUTIFUL inner and without in every way and I'm so lucky to have you as a friend. Happy Birthday! Hope to see you soon! I wuvva you-you bestest friend of mine! :)

Stephanie~

A piece of my scattered brain

2008-08-12T19:24:00.000-07:00

What I'm gonna do tonight is put the kids to bed, clean, make my very first potato salad by myself ( I'm doing this for Sam B-day BBQ tomorrow wish me luck!) and prepare for tomorrow. I never really learned the art of cooking (it IS an art!) Marie can testify that I'm a horrible cook. As children I was always put on cleaning and Marie on the cooking. Anywho,...

Went clubbing the other night with my friend Stephanie and met Wutang. He said that I had a beautiful mind, body and soul and muttered something else but all I was thinking about was his stupid glasses! I mean..c'mon if you have money why not get yourself a decent pair right?! Or maybe I should've told him that he'd been lied to... Geesh! I didn't know it was him till after Steph told me.

I realize that I'm not much of a city person. Yeah, I had fun dancing and all but that was forgotten by morning. Yeah, I'm a country gal I suppose or just an outdoor gal. There's nothing like a great hike with friends or a day at the beach or camping, fishing ect, and Lord knows some day I'm gonna go skiing and snowboarding! Woo hoo!

Peachiness and fuzz!
Lovin it!

To the love of my life...Happy Birthday!

2008-08-06T22:02:00.000-07:00

To Sam,
I’m far from being the person that you deserve yet, you love me anyways. I’ve never made so many mistakes then I have in the last couple of years…I was such a “goodie goodie” so I guess the Lord is breaking down my pride but you always say “don’t worry babe, it’s okay". Your faith in me amazes me your strength of character and that fighting spirit….Yummy! All this has opened my eyes to what a priceless gift I’ve been given. You’re everything that I want and need. I don’t care where I go, what I do, as long as it’s with you. You’re the man for me babe and I love you with all my heart! I love everything about you! You’re the better half and you complete me… I LOVE YOU
Happy Birthday my sweets!
Stephanie~

Feeling far from Grace?

2008-08-04T18:42:00.000-07:00

I sure am! Guess I should read "feeling close to Jesus"

Prayers to you and yours!

Oh so much fun!

2008-08-01T22:04:00.000-07:00

I'm loving these past few days; they've been AWESOME!

Reason:

Day 1.

Chris and Andre flew in on the 28th and in just that one night I've broken into a "gulf club" ran threw the sprinklers topless, got completely soaked and caught by the security who happened to be in a good mood and merely said "party's over"; Had the cops shine their lights on us hoping to catch us and oh!- also lost my keys and cell phone so we had to go in a 2nd time to retrieve them. Great times! I had a blast!

Day 2.

Woke up bright and early to go to Six flags Magic mountain. Stayed there for 11 hrs and during our time there experienced a 5.8 earthquake. That was pretty cool as I never felt one that strong before. Poor, sweet Sam was home with the kids while this happened and said that he grabbed the kids ready for the building to collapse. Thankfully it didn't but the kids were a little bit shaken up after that. Thanks babe! You're the bestest father! Muah!

Chris paid for Andre and I(too sweet of a guy I shit you not!) and all three of us did the "Dare dive". It was great! I'll have to post the video some time. ;)
Got home around 12:30 or so...played some drinking games, laughed my booty off and played some stupid dare games. END OF NIGHT.

Day 3.

Woke up around 7:00am to do a 6 mi hike up the mountain... Yeeeeeeah.....we didn't make it. Hahahhaha! Instead, we decided that since we were gonna go the the beach afterwards in order to have enough energy for the beach we'd just explore and head down to the creek. We did!

Water was freezing and we each did our little dare of stripping down and soaking in the creek for a bit. COOOOOOOLD!

Off to the beach we went. Downed a couple beers then played some Volleyball. SO MUCH FUN! Anywho, long story short had a great time at the beach (no pictures sorry) got home watched one of Chris~ favorite movies (I fell asleep) and that was the end for me.
I dropped them off at their aunts yesterday morning and I got all emotional from just having to drop them off and not being able to see them for a couple of days....embarrassing!!!! No but really...they're awesome and I was with them during one of my hardest times of my life...They're like my brothers. They ROCK! Can't wait to see them tomorrow.

Good night.

Don't bother me when I'm eating

2008-07-22T09:35:00.000-07:00

mmmkay? I don't like when ppl watch me eat and so I guess Sam wanted to take pictures.

My sons

2008-07-15T14:24:00.000-07:00

Judah got a hair cut at the hair salon the other day. He was an angel. Aidan's beginning to crawl and Judah doesn't like me taking pictures of him anymore. He tries the whole "owie" and "nooooooo" to get me to stop. Doesn't work. :D

I'm sad, yet happy and because of two very lovable Cancers

2008-07-13T21:13:00.000-07:00

Abi is leaving next week... Saddened because I wasn't able to spend more time with her and her "awesomeness". I'm sad for me but happy for her and her way too cool family.
Take care Abi. I Love you. You're already being missed. :(

And...

Happy Birthday Jaydee! 24 now, wow! It's fine, I'm right behind ya.
Love you and i hope you have the best year evah! -xxx

The last few dias

2008-07-08T07:12:00.000-07:00

I've been taking the kids to the park a lot and then trying to get my get out at the same time. So I've been looking like a retard jogging in place and then sprinting around the play ground. I've gotten a few raised eyebrows but then also a couple words of encouragement. I guess I don't mind so much as I seem to always make a fool of myself.

The other day at the park we met this 15 month old named Judah. The parents were pretty surprised to hear that I named my son Judah as well.Then the two "Judah's" began to play with it each other as us parents "awwwwwed" our lives away. I've been advised to not take Judah to Italy unless disguised under a different name as Judah there means Judas. I guess we'll see if I ever make it to Italy. I sadly doubt it but oh well. So is life.

4th of July came and gone. Our sweet Neighbor (Brenda) did a BBQ for her family and invited others from the apartment complex us included. I helped to decorate and made some balloons for the kids. Turns out that she works with troubled youth and teens, rehabs ect and would like for me to get involved. Score! I still need to talk with her and lay out a plan but I would be oh so very happy if I could get involved. Anywho, we spent the day out at the pool then in the evening made it over to NTL's and Est's. Played some games then watched "Independence Day" in the back yard under the stars and fireworks. Jo, Jo had a projector so it was a nice special little treat. I'll end here.

Here are some recent pictures. Take care and prayers to all! You've just been blessed!

The Offensive and me? Oh please!

2008-07-03T19:45:00.000-07:00

To be honest I feel like I'm missing out. I know that the Lord has his reason's for allowing everything that he has (and I'm very limited as far as options goes) but I wish I could do more and I wish I could see my life 5 years down the road and know whether I'm doing what I'm supposed to be doing (or about to do) I just don't feel like I'm doing much as far as the "Offensive" goes....

I'm sure everyone has their own "woes" so I'll end here...

I have to vent otherwise I'll explode and you no likeys me explodings....

(All in good time. All in good time)

I'm sorry for this...

2008-07-03T01:26:00.001-07:00

I saw this and thought of Jaydee.... I can just see his reaction now...wide eyes unable to blink then shivers going up his spine. I hope he'll be able to sleep well tonight. :D

Gotta love me Jaydee!!!

For Marie and Jaydee ....Laugh okay?! Geesh!

2008-06-30T10:29:00.000-07:00

Good memories no?

"It is better to be good and kind, then to not."

Does this remind you of something?----WordStock anyone?!

2008-06-27T23:11:00.000-07:00

(I'll be dead by tomorrow for this post. Just watch!)

P.S

I find this VERY funny because I actually remember this song from childhood living in the states and out of the family. It was the shiznit back in the day! hahahaha I even knew the steps. But, shhhhhh

Updates updates! Get your updates!

2008-06-23T13:57:00.000-07:00

Went down for a JT event and I was so thankful to go and "assist" although I don't feel like I helped much...heh. I need to find a way that I can contribute more.

Then I decided to spend a couple of days with Maria was fun! We bought some beer and decided to drink them when we were calm and able to relax. We drank around 11:00pm. Talked about long legs, lap dances and incorrect name pronunciations. Maria you know of what and whom I speak. ;)

On our way back home we decided to visit Sam's parents since they were basically on the way. Just had to cut through the mountains and so we took Ortega Highway. Yep! 22 miles of curves and jerky turns. Judah's poor stomach couldn't take it and off to the side of the road we went and off came his now dirtied shirt.

So it's been hot! And we've been in the apartment and making our way to the pool each day. Kids are tan and we mothers are trying to get a decent tan but of course babies come before even tans.

Talked to Tati today 'twas such a treat and Sam attempted to swim like a Mermaid! (BEAUTIFUL)

It's nearly nap time and I am SO looking forward to it.

and I wish the blessing of children upon each of you! Seriously. Well, to those who the Lord knows are ready.

Cheers! You've just been blessed!

To the best father the kids could ever wish for...

2008-06-15T00:45:00.001-07:00

I have complete confidence in you and in your love for our sons. They reflect the love that you show them with each smile that radiates from their faces. The Lord knew what he was doing when he sent them to us and he chose the best father for them! I love you and I appreciate everything you do for us. I'm sure I can speak for the children (since they cant...heh) and say: From the bottom of our hearts, WE love you and thank you. Happy Father's day!

Love,

Your little family. :)

Happy Father's day!

I love Judah!

2008-06-11T00:01:00.000-07:00

I love my son Judah he's simply priceless. If I didn't then he wouldn't be pulling my hair out every night in attempt to fall asleep. No, really, it hurts.

It was Judah's 2nd Birthday on the 1st of June. We would post pictures but we forgot batteries for the camera. Heh. We went down to San Diego to visit some friends and Angela made him a birthday cake so we were able to get some "birthday pictures" then. Thanks Angela!

I can't believe that he's already 2 years! He's growing so fast and looking like a little boy but I still just want to hug him like my wittle baby. He'll always be my baby I guess...(sigh with a smile)

Yesterday during my nap Judah decides to take a dump on the balcony. I don't know all the details as I was asleep and I'm quite thankful that I didn't have to deal with it. Thanks babe. You're wonderful! :*

Judah's making some progress with his "potty training". Sometimes I wonder if I'm doing it right. You know, I've never done this before. I guess I need to study up on it. He does ask to use the potty but only when he doesn't want to go to bed. He's a smart cookie that boy!

Below are some recent pictures.

P.S
There will be a part 2 as far as the pictures go. Internet is just a tad bit too slow for this impatient mother.

A detoxing story.

2008-06-09T22:13:00.000-07:00

Went something like this...

"Maybe I should do the detox again? Yeah! It's good for you. I'll do it once a month!!! Yeah I'll be so healthy. But for 10 days? Hmmm? Okay! this first month I'll do it for 10 days then the following months for only 3 days! Yea! I'll do it!"

4 hours and 2 detoxing teas later:

"I'm so hungry...That grapefruit sure looks good. What's that? Ambie's making pancakes? What?! There's maple syrup? Milk?...:(And look at that! Judah's snack sure smells good. Maybe I can smell his breath. Hahaha! You're too funny Stephanie. (yeah right). Maybe I should re-think this? No! I won't give in! I choose good health! But,I am running and I'm eating healthy(some times) and I know I'm gonna get edgy and irritable....not to mention I HATE those darn teas.Oh god! I can't do this!"

Yes, I shamelessly didn't last long. And that's my little testimony. I'll stick to running and sports and eating my delicious and juicy grapefruit! Yum! And as Hickey put it "They're of the devil" and I choose the Lord! Hahaha!

P.S
To those of you who follow through...hats off to ya! :)

Dress up with daddy and the uncles and...... the kid

2008-06-06T15:32:00.000-07:00

There! I did it and I hope that you like it. I like it, you like it, we all like it...it's just better that way... :)

You guys just have to expirience this.... BEAUTIFUL

2008-05-16T11:48:00.000-07:00

Reminds me of you babe...Love you. -xxx Will see you soon.

This is her (Elisa) live in concert. It's awesomely Righteous!!!!:

and this is a dance from "so you think you can dance":

The dance blew me away! I love it!

Here in Texas

2008-05-12T20:51:00.000-07:00

So, I Ivana needed help and I needed some time away so I went to Texas. I wanted to take Aidan and Judah but Sam offered to keep Aidan so that I won't get too stressed nor would I put a burden on others when I needed to go fundraising. Also, not to mention Aidan would be easier for Ambie to manage than my active soon to be 2 yr old! Awwww cute little Judah! And waaaaa I miss Aidan but I'll see him on the 20th! Whoopie!

Enjoy the pictures! Oh! Thanks so much babe for the flowers! (He sent them for Mother's day)

A poem my brother Joey wrote.

2008-05-10T21:55:00.001-07:00

This life has been some kind of senseless hole, no reason to know why
you finished drinking up my tasteless soul from these rivers I cry
you had your time to be young, some thing I was denied
you could never know what it takes to live this empty lie

live well and be happy because tomorrows another day
I'll just pick up the pieces of what you took away
I feel it creep in, the supernova behind my face
I start to feel numb as my life is erased.

(Hope you don't mind Joey)

Pictures

2008-04-13T21:46:00.000-07:00

and that's all I have to say...

Love to all!

Sam's first time to Six Flags and Steffy takes flight!

2008-04-11T22:56:00.000-07:00

Sam's first time to Six flags:

So, Marie offered to take the kids so that Sam and I could have some "fun time" to ourselves. So off we went to Six flags! Oh goodie, goodie, gum drops! It was gonna be Sam's first time on a Roller Coaster so I wanted to make sure that his first experience wss a thriller. "Goliath" was what was chosen! You should've seen his face at the end...hahahah....he was just staring off into nothing I guess he was reliving his experience, ha! He loved it! Such a trooper! I asked if he liked the ride and with one of Sam's huge ear to ear smile replied soft and slowly "Yeeeeaaaaah". Well, I thought it was funny. I guess you'd just had to be there to appreciate....

Steffy takes flight:

"Righteous!!!!!" Oh Gawd it was awesome! We made our way over to "Dare Dive" and Sam paid $30 so that I could have the ride of my life (thanks Sam!). So off I went to get strapped into my gear and onto this bungee like chord to be lifted 150 ft in the air... The workers were all "are you sure you want to do this by yourself?" And since that was basically them challenging me( in my mind) I was determined to follow it through and I did! It was sooo cool. Yes, it was scary at first but when I let go... I felt freedom! They taped my "flight"(they called it "Fall" but that's just sounded waaaay too negative for me hence the title above) and basically my entire face was a smile! It was soooo Guuud! I would highly recommend it to all you new mothers out there! I came back a different person and ready to face all of life's challenges...except.... another pregnancy..heh...Not yet Lord, not yet! Heeeeee

Thanks babe and Thanks Marie and Ambie for watching our not so perfect darlings.

Note:
There's a reason why this here blog has been classified a "picture blog" which I'm sure you gathered from my pitiful attempt at a writing a post. Cheers! Now, where's me BEER?

BY MY SIDE

2008-04-07T21:45:00.000-07:00

(Dedicated to Dad)

Where are you going?
Where are you going?
Can you take me with you?
For my hand is cold
And needs warmth
Where are you going?
Far beyond where the horizon lies
Where the horizon lies
And the land sinks into mellow blueness
Oh please, take me with you
Let me skip the road with you
I can dare myself
I can dare myself
I'll put a pebble in my shoe
And watch me walk (watch me walk)
I can walk
I can walk!
I shall call the pebble Dare
I shall call the pebble Dare
We will walk, we will talk together
We will talk about walking
Dare shall be carried
And when we both have had enough
I will take him from my shoe, singing
"Meet your new road!"
Then I'll take your hand
Finally glad
Finally glad
That you are here
By my side
By my side
By my side
By my side

(My favorite song from the movie Godspell)

Moves me to tears...

News

2008-04-01T13:31:00.000-07:00

I'll leave you to comment on this one!

Jesse's great!

Day at the beach
Aidan's 3 1/2 months now
Sam coming up with the grand idea to burry Judah.... and Judah loving it!
Yes, Marie is visiting us!

Yea!
This morning sickness bites....and I hope that it's a girl this time around....

Alive and kicking!

2008-03-17T13:10:00.000-07:00

We're all finished with the move thank the good Lord in Heaven! My "new thing" is doing my hair... Sam is too good for me (I'm truly blessed) Judah is still my little Angel even though he drives me bonkers at times....Aidan smiles a lot and he's getting to be quite the chubs!

To all those who have made this blog possible: Thank you and God bless!

(Yes, I AM a retard) ;)

P.S

Judah is off, yes-OFF the chupy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

How sad!

2008-02-25T21:03:00.000-08:00

Sam and Jesse come in the room with two tubs of ice cream and wine.

Ambie: Oh! Looks like a celebration! What's the occasion?

Sam: Stephanie's leaving tomorrow!

Jesse: (Sniff, cough, cough)

Monday, February 25th, 2008 :D

2008-02-25T09:12:00.000-08:00

Here's a pic of Judah too big for the Walker yet in it anyways. We found an apartment for a reasonable price and it's month by month so that gives us time to find another place closer to where Sam's parents will be living (Lagunna Hills). Ambie's sick, Aidan's asleep along with Jesse who's been up all night chatting with his "Beloveds",Judah's walking around without socks and Sam is cleaning his ears topless and I'm in my cozy warm King size bed with my white robe and blogging.... hmmm I feel a bit lazy here. I should get up and do something constructive like make my bed or wash my hair or something....:D I'd better get busy!

Sorry but pictures will have to do.

2008-02-14T13:08:00.000-08:00

"Suckers" ......................................Judah looks cute!
Again!- My adorable son!!!!
My other "Adorables"
My mommy's pretty- Love Aidan

A lot to write about but NO time. Love and prayers to all...

Yeah, yeah.....haven't posted in a while I know!

2008-02-05T18:43:00.000-08:00

Take that! I did it!

Just some pictures

2008-01-22T10:43:00.000-08:00

Tears for Brittani....

2008-01-20T19:21:00.000-08:00

GIANTS WON!!!!

But I LOVE YOU!

Just had to rub that in your face...you know me. :D
-xxx

So young, so young....

2008-01-16T21:35:00.000-08:00

I found these long forgotten photos today. Thought that I'd post them. I can't believe that it's been that long...I feel so old. (Sigh)

Sam and I at 18....

Happy Birthday Esther!

2008-01-06T12:21:00.000-08:00

You're a dear friend, loving mother, dedicated disciple, excellent teacher, and beautiful person inside and out!- Simply wonderful,

Almost perfect!- Danm! ;)

-xxx

I love you!

Stephanie~

A little update.

2008-01-05T15:06:00.000-08:00

Looks like we'll be looking for a new house! That's gonna be fun! Even though I hate packing I do like moving to different houses (when they're better than the one before..heh). So pray that we'll be able to find a good house will ya?
Thinking of taking up the bagpipes again. I haven't touched my chanter since moving to this house and only picked it up a couple of times in the previous year... But since I'm supportive of Sam and his "jamming" and bands I'm sure he'll be supportive of my "learning".
One more week until I can begin exercising and I'm sooo excited! I wish that i could jump right back into it but I know that I have to build it up again! Oh and yeah!- Beach Volley ball season coming up again and I can't wait! My brother Jesse and I are gonna be sharpening our skills together! FUN FUN! BTW- Jesse is REALLY cool!
Gonna go down to visit with Leilani for few days which I'm looking forward to and hopefully I'll be able to have a couple LONG ISLAND ICE TEAS! Yummy!

Here's some recent pictures. Enjoy and God be with!