Chloe's surgery

Luckily she has been doing better! She doesn't completely open them all the way but enough to get her through kindergarten. We have a doctor's appt today so hopefully he will say they are perfect and we will never ever have to do anything like this again or any other sickness or surgery! (wishful thinking)

After the surgery they said she should be doing fine and might need some tylenol but only every 6 hours. Well--she wasn't exactly doing fine. She tried to be brave but I think her eyes were really hurting. Afterall--I don't think they would cut on both of my eyes and send me home with an occasional tylenol. She didn't end up even opening her eyes until late Saturday morning. We even watched the Hannah Montana Movie Friday night but she kept her eyes closed the entire time.

Chloe had to have eye surgery last Friday to correct her eyes from being slightly crossed. I had a really hard time wanting to do it because she had to be put completely out. The nurses at the hospital were so nice and the had this playroom to keep her busy until they were ready. Too bad they didn't have one for the parents so we weren't continually pacing!

Latest Happenin's

My "favorite" place to eat! We were sitting around on Labor Day and the teenagers all had things to do--so the girls suggested their favorite place (especially now that no one is afraid of Chucky)

After finding great coupons on the internet we were off for a fun-filled afternoon (at least that is what Russ and I convinced ourselves of). I must admit--it is a lot easier with a little bit older girls who can play most of the games. It wasn't crowded at all because of course we are on the late lunch schedule (1:30).

And who knew we could win such great treasures!! I will tell you--I hit the 10,000 point hole on skeeball or whatever it is called.

Chantz organized a date night with a bunch of friends. He set everyone up on blind dates (they kind of knew each other). We had a BBQ for them and then they made mini-movies. I was proud of him for planning and organizing such a cheap date and good way to have fun!

Hopefully everyone had a great time!

Happy Birthday Cassie!

When Cassie was little she use to tell me when she would get in trouble for jumping on the furniture--that when she grew up her house was going to be a big jungle gym where everyone could play all day! She was also adamant about not ever wearing make-up or shaving her legs...

she's obviously changed her mind! We are so lucky to have Cassie for a daughter--she adds so much to our family and we miss her when she isn't home. Luckily for us she's only turning 15--one more year until dating and driving!

C--Cheerful (and cheerleader)

A--Always caring and loves to hold babies

S--Super Stylish

S--Such a peacemaker

I--Infectious laughter

E--Enjoys life to the fullest

For Cassie's birthday--she wanted to go to Sweet Tomatoes for dinner. This is Clay's creation for dessert--Yummy!

Happy Birthday Cassie--WE LOVE YOU!

Okay--okay I'm wrong

Last night as we're going out to eat for Cassie's birthday--we were talking about past b-day parties and Chelsey and I disagreed on one party (what a surprise!) Anyways...we made a bet because she was sure she was right and so was I--well here are the pictures to prove it.

Chelsey said this party was when she was in first grade and one of her new friends from school didn't come. I thought it was more like 2nd or 3rd grade but I was WRONG (hard to believe--I know) I seriously think I'm losin' it--I don't know if I will ever live this one down!