OK, OK, OK ,OK - I'M BACK!

So, I've been slack I know, It's been a very busy year. I'm sure all of you are aware of the situation With Thelma Leigh. Back in November she had a seizure and had to go to a Rehab facility for awhile and while there she fell and broke her hip. She did very well physically from the surgery but mentally she's has not done very well. She has been diagnosed with Dementia and is now unable to live on her own. She is now in Chesapeake Health which is located next door to Chesapeake General. It's very sad to see her this way and it truly breaks our heart to see her this way, but physically she's in very good shape. So, we've had alot to do with that. And as the beginning of the year Noel moved back home. Of Course for me and Joe that is wonderul, Noel didn't like school AT ALL we are not real sure what he's going to do at this time but right now he's working for Joe and the Florist and he has been a tremendous help. I love having him home and know he'll decide what the best thing for his future will be. Jarrin is of course still in the Petersburg area but now residing in Dinwiddie. We miss him as always but as long as he's happy that's all that really matters to us. He's still dating Sidney and that's a great thing. She's very special to our family and they seem to be very compatible.

Mom is still doing well actually she's doing very good she has been able to stay healthly and that's been a wondeful thing. She seems to stay busy and that's good for her because WE ALL still miss Daddy VERY VERY MUCH and wish he were still here with us.

Natalie is growing like a week she's now up to 10 lbs. I believe and has started Day Care this week. That was very hard on Carolyn but to quote Carolyn "such is life" she's a beautiful child and we can't wait to hold her in our arms again which will be next weekend at Devyn's Shower.

The latest tragedy in our lives was the death of our sweet dog SAMSON he's been with us since May 1996 so yes he was definately a part of our family he died on Mom's front porch waiting for his nightly hotdog last Wednesday. So, rest in peace my Sweet Samon (1995-2009) you were a wonderul companion and pet for us all.

Work has been extremely busy for me lately we recently were audited by the Federal DOT which means alot of work for me. I had him here for 2 weeks and that was a gracious plenty.

OK, So, I'm all caught up, and my dear people who have been after me - GET OFF MY BACK!! lol

I love you all and for those I haven't seen in a long time. I miss you too!!!

I'm enclosing a few pics for your viewing pleasure

Oh, and I'm working on the Oscar Smith Reunion for all classes, If there's any out there who doesn't know about it contact me. please!