I live in the Arizona mountains with my husband and two kids.
Maya, my older daughter, is a senior in high school this year, and I can't believe it. When did I get so old? It seems like only yesterday, that I was gawky and worried about whether or not the guy in front of me in English class liked me or not. Now I get to watch (with horror) as she goes through all the same triumphs, anxieties and lessons.
My younger daughter, Kajsa, is six. Yep, I have a 17 year old and a 6 year old. I guess I must like a challenge.
Speaking of challenges...Kajsa was diagnosed with Kidney Failure when she was 39 days old. Kajsa hit end stage before her first birthday. She went onto the transplant list on November 23, 2005. And on June 3rd 2006 Kajsa received her kidney! We cannot ever fully express the gratitude we feel each and every day.
My husband, Chris, is a fish guy. We have a big ole tank with several kinds of Cichlids. If you ever have any questions about fish care, I would be happy to deliver them.
Having made it through Kajsa's very tumultuous transplant experience, I've finally headed back to work. And it feels great. It's like I walk among the living once more. I forgot how fulfilling it could be to leave the house every day. Yes, I know that sounds strange. Most people complain bitterly about work. But having spent years without the option, it truly feels like a blessing.
So I'm back to massaging the masses.
Now that Chris is "finished" with school, I'm also back at college. Although I feel like I'm in kindergarten, it's wonderful to be taking classes again. I'm currently working on my Associates in American Sign Language. After that I will be transferring to NAU to complete my bachelor's in communication disorders. After that, I'll be in the home stretch while working on my masters in Speech Pathology. It's a long trek, but I'm excited about each and every step.
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In a few days I will once again be the same age as you! I've always loved that...you gloating when we were youngin's about be the oldest in our crew.... but every year for a few months I'm caught up! LOL! silly right? <3 luv u <3
hey there mama! was your computer down too? i haven't had one in the house for about 2 weeks! i finally just brought my work computer home, since i have to start doing work again tis week! I'll get mine fixed eventually~*~ Well, have a beautiful Soltace~*~ See you soon~*~ ~M~
Yay!!! Welcome back to the computer world!!! Send me a message with your email address. I am sending my christmas cards out via e-mail. Happy Holidays!!!
Oh my god I thought you would never ask.... whenever you have free time I guess. I know you live in BFE so I don't know the days you're in town. My next day off is on Monday... let me know if that's good with you or a day that is. :o)
Oh Hell yeah! Gainesville is great, but to big for my liking...that's ~ 2hrs. from me.
Daytona has a lot to do, but not too big, not to mention you have the beach & all the Bike events if you're into that..and it's 20 minutes from me. DeLand is cool because its 20 mins from Daytona & 40 mins from Orlando....
LOL! Well, Karl's new boss was dragging her feet about letting Karl know if he could get that Thur and Fri off... but she finally got back to him and let him know it's a go! We're so glad we'll have the "extra" time with you guys.
I just can't wait to see you all at the cabin!!! We just found out that Karl got Thursday and Friday off... so we're coming on Wednesday night!!! Woo-hoo!
