Dad,
Thinking of you a lot today...lots of March Madness hoops going on....wonder who you would have picked for your pool?????
I bowled really great tonight too....20 pins over my average! Thanks for the help :)
We did lots of yardwork today-getting the place ready for spring...the kids played outside all afternoon.
Guess what??? Collin's been hitting the ball a lot-of a tee of course...and He's another lefty! At least that is what we think!
Alex is doing great with hitting when we pitch to him! The neighbors really get a kick out of watching him hit. It's just sad that he can't play until he turns 6! One more summer! BLAH!
Oh well, soccer will do for now...even though-you aren't to fond of that sport!
Steve lost 2o pounds-you would be proud of him-He's mainly just cutting calories!
One more thing...Sam's not feeling well...and probably should see a doctor, but you know Sam....he has your stubbornness...so-help him make the right decision here, Please!
We all love and miss you more than you will ever know!
Saturday, March 21, 2009
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Update on my family
Hi
It's been a little while since I have blogged, but I have been busy around here....
Here's our update.
Much to my Dad's dismay-he always thought animals were too much work...and he's right, I know, but...
On a side note-those of you who don't have facebook-I would encourge you to join....
On of my Dad's classmates-recently connected with me on there, and it has been nice communicating via email-sharing memories and thoughts-and this week I received a very touching CD from on of his classmates.
I cannot thank him enough for this gift of songs his choir sang;very spiritual and beautiful..something, I know my Dad would appreciate as much as I did!
Thanks so much!
It's been a little while since I have blogged, but I have been busy around here....
Here's our update.
Much to my Dad's dismay-he always thought animals were too much work...and he's right, I know, but...
- My oldest just had kindergarten screening last week!
- We have decided to get a puppy-so we are spending lots of time planning, and prepping. He hasn't arrived yet, but will be here around Easter. Shhhhhhhhhhhhhh-the boys don't know about it yet.
- We have been busily potty training our almost 2 year old (his birthday is 3.13.)-Fun times! I feel quite accomplished as a Mom when I do these things.
- I have been working a lot-I love substitute teaching...it's almost like being a teacher without the hassle.
- I have been having lots of playdates at my house with "friends" and other Mom's-it's entertaining for the boys-We are seriously getting "cabin fever" around here. In fact, Alex has been practing his baseball in the snow-and on Saturdays he heads to an indoor batting cage with Steve. I know my Dad would really appreciate this!
- I have also been planning my 2 year old's birthday party-I can't help but to think about what my Dad would say this year as we are having his party at a local hotel with a pool! I love to entertain, just not to cook, and entertain in my humble home-a not so large ranch style house!
On a side note-those of you who don't have facebook-I would encourge you to join....
On of my Dad's classmates-recently connected with me on there, and it has been nice communicating via email-sharing memories and thoughts-and this week I received a very touching CD from on of his classmates.
I cannot thank him enough for this gift of songs his choir sang;very spiritual and beautiful..something, I know my Dad would appreciate as much as I did!
Thanks so much!
Monday, February 23, 2009
6 MONTHS AGO
It's been 6 months ago today my Dad passed away.
I saw him take his last breath, but sometimes it still doesn't seem real.
Each day I remember him, think of him, and cry for him.
I saw him take his last breath, but sometimes it still doesn't seem real.
Each day I remember him, think of him, and cry for him.
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Thank you Mom and Dad
Just back from my bowling league with Steve. Dad never thought bowling was considered a "real" sport.
I am sure he would get a kick out of knowing that I was in a league. I started the league after he passed away.
Just thinking of him again tonight.
Wondering why he had to leave so soon? Wishing I could call him and chat.
It's hard to believe it will soon be 6 months since he has passed away.
Sometimes, it seems like time has flown by. Other times, not so much! Good days and bad days, that's the way the ball rolls!
Those of you who read this...do me a favor...
Kiss you dad and mom if you can. Tell them how much they mean to you. I always thought they knew how I felt. Don't just "think" that...tell them.
My parents brought me into the world...
They raised me and made me who I am today...
They comforted me in my times of need...
They helped me with whatever I needed help with...
AND sooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much more...
My computer is running low on batteries, otherwise I could go on and on...
Thank you for all of those things and more.
I am sure he would get a kick out of knowing that I was in a league. I started the league after he passed away.
Just thinking of him again tonight.
Wondering why he had to leave so soon? Wishing I could call him and chat.
It's hard to believe it will soon be 6 months since he has passed away.
Sometimes, it seems like time has flown by. Other times, not so much! Good days and bad days, that's the way the ball rolls!
Those of you who read this...do me a favor...
Kiss you dad and mom if you can. Tell them how much they mean to you. I always thought they knew how I felt. Don't just "think" that...tell them.
My parents brought me into the world...
They raised me and made me who I am today...
They comforted me in my times of need...
They helped me with whatever I needed help with...
AND sooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much more...
My computer is running low on batteries, otherwise I could go on and on...
Thank you for all of those things and more.
Monday, February 2, 2009
GRRRRRRRRRR! I wish I could call you!
I am having a bad day today.
Dad, I would love to call you up and tell you all about it, but I can't. I know you would love to hear my complaining, and would probably tell me...
It's all what you make of it. I am probably making a mountain out of a mole hill, but in any case, I would love to call you.
Mom's at work-so I can't really call here there...but I still might.
Dad, I miss you.
Mom, I miss you too-can't wait for your visit this weekend. It has been way too long!
Dad, I would love to call you up and tell you all about it, but I can't. I know you would love to hear my complaining, and would probably tell me...
It's all what you make of it. I am probably making a mountain out of a mole hill, but in any case, I would love to call you.
Mom's at work-so I can't really call here there...but I still might.
Dad, I miss you.
Mom, I miss you too-can't wait for your visit this weekend. It has been way too long!
Friday, January 23, 2009
DAILY THOUGHTS
So here I am doing my afternoon routine of housework, entertaining my kids, laundry, etc...and again I find myself distracted by the thought of my Dad.
I often wonder...
What are you up to?
What's it like in Heaven?
What are you wearing?
Why did you have to die?
Are you sad?
Are you mad?
These thoughts cross my mind a lot. Today, is one of those days. I had a fun day with my kids at the Fond du Lac Children's Museum. We had lunch at McDonald's with the playland, and I thought of you when I saw a man there reading newspapers, and drinking a Coke with the lid off and no straw, just like you used to do.
Last night, I watched two of my favorite show-Grey's and Private Practice. Both had dying in the plotline. One had organ donation, and life support. The other just had a younger man die. I always think of you when I see this. Steve always asks why I watch these shows if I get so emotional when I watch them. I don't know why...I always do.
Seeing death, even if it's fake and on tv, still reminds me of seeing you. Laying there, almost lifeless, listening to your breathing, the beeping of the machines, watching you age so quickly.
I miss you Dad.
LOVE YOU!
I often wonder...
What are you up to?
What's it like in Heaven?
What are you wearing?
Why did you have to die?
Are you sad?
Are you mad?
These thoughts cross my mind a lot. Today, is one of those days. I had a fun day with my kids at the Fond du Lac Children's Museum. We had lunch at McDonald's with the playland, and I thought of you when I saw a man there reading newspapers, and drinking a Coke with the lid off and no straw, just like you used to do.
Last night, I watched two of my favorite show-Grey's and Private Practice. Both had dying in the plotline. One had organ donation, and life support. The other just had a younger man die. I always think of you when I see this. Steve always asks why I watch these shows if I get so emotional when I watch them. I don't know why...I always do.
Seeing death, even if it's fake and on tv, still reminds me of seeing you. Laying there, almost lifeless, listening to your breathing, the beeping of the machines, watching you age so quickly.
I miss you Dad.
LOVE YOU!
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Ed Sheahen Basketball Tourney
I am pleased to announce that we are working on setting up a basketball tournament at Columbus High School in honor of my Dad.
I would like to set up a scholarship fund for a Columbus High School student(s).
I have been in contact with Joe Konieczny who is the athletic director at Columbus High School. (He is also another one of my Dad's former basketball players.)
Keep checking back for updates.
I would like to set up a scholarship fund for a Columbus High School student(s).
I have been in contact with Joe Konieczny who is the athletic director at Columbus High School. (He is also another one of my Dad's former basketball players.)
Keep checking back for updates.
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