Mother's Day

Happy Mother's Day to a very special Mom. It amazes me how God knows exactly what I need in a mom, even being grown up! I enjoy talking to my mom almost every night on Skype. I'm so glad we were able to take a cruise together back in March and I'm looking forward to vacationing again together in July. I love being with my mom and doing special things together or just chatting about school--which we do often. I also have the privilege of having our classes be pen pals. Its a tradition we have started several years ago. My mom continues to give selflessly of her time and energy for me. Over the last six years she has jumped on a plane or in a car to come be with me during difficult times. Even when I had surgery in November, she came and took care of me for a week and a half over Thanksgiving. (And as a teacher, we know how busy the holidays can be and she just wanted to be a mommy.) Thank you for your wonderful employer who knew your heart was with me. Thank YOU for coming and taking care of me.


This Mother's Day was different for me. For the first time, I knew for sure that I would never be a mommy to children of my own. My sweet hubby was sensitive to my feelings and had a special weekend get away planned. He had a sitter for Cooper, hotel reservations and packed the bags! We had a great time at the Happiest Place on Earth, Disney World. We stayed at Pop Century and had a wonderful dinner at the Nine Dragons restaurant at EPCOT. We went to the "Flower Power" concert and saw Davy Jones. It was a relaxing weekend away going to our favorite place to get away. Thanks Mike for helping me through a hard day.I keep believing that God has something very special planned for us this year and I'm waiting for God's perfect timing. I'm also praying for those of you who are hurting this Mother's Day.

SPRING BREAK!!

I have had a wonderful spring break. I've relaxed, read and rested this vacation. God has blessed Mike and I with the chance to travel on a cruise with family and friends. We had a blast laughing, learning and lurking at the food. I will be sharing more, but I wanted to let you know of one specific thing that I was able to do on the cruise. On November 18, 2009, I had surgery where my doctor found a small cancer tumor which could not be detected from tests and other surgeries. Mike and I celebrated after this long 6 year journey and now I am cancer free. This cruise was to celebrate the end of this chapter. Holland America Cruise Line participates with the Susan G Komen Foundation and I walked my first 5K on a cruise ship. I was able to have my friend, Jen, walk with me. I am hoping to be able to participate in another 5K soon.

We were able to travel with my parents, our friends-the Decker's (which is a story in itself--each of us booked a cruise and didn't know each were going until 6 weeks before the cruise!), and family friends-the Frans'.

I'm so thankful for Mike who was willing to spend time with my parents this last week. If I could describe Mike in one word, it would be SELFLESS. He is always thinking of me and how he can make me smile. He defiantly made me smile this week on our cruise. I'm looking forward to our next cruise together

Happy Birthday, Hubby!!

Happy Birthday, Michael. I'm so happy that I have you and am able to celebrate your special day. Today was an extra special day because I thought and prayed for you all day. I wanted God to send you extra blessings today and again you continue to show your love towards me. It was your day and yet, you wanted to know what I wanted to do. I hope you had a wonderful day. I know you are enjoying your birthday gift--your iphone. Looking forward to celebrating some more this next week on the cruise!

I love you!
Amy