Wow!

I had totally forgotten about this blog page, it's been so long since I posted.

Jared was hired in December at Georgia Pacific, Camas Mill, in December of 2010. He just recently finished his probationary time and is begining to work his way up already. Although it was nice having him home the last two years working around the house and what not, it was time to move on.

Jayce graduated from Kelso High School in June 2009 and proceeded to spend his next two summers fishing. It's what he loves, and I'm glad he was able to do it before plunging into the real world. He now is a full time Loader at Pro-Build here in Longview. I am fortunate enough to be able to work so close to him so we can spend out lunches together. Jayce also bought his first truck in January 2011. A lifted 2001 Silver Dodge Ram 1500. It's got everything he wanted, tow package, good tires, etc. Although the gas mileage could be better, but hey, I think we're all in that boat now.

As for me, I am still working at the SW WA Family YMCA as Administrative Assistant/Fundraising Director/Spring & Winter Camp Coordinator. A lot of titles, means a lot of work. But it's worth it in the end, as I think I finally found something I love doing. And the best part is, all the money I bring in goes to the kids. On the side I try to keep myself busy with new crafts and new ideas for my camps. This week I get to make all the crafts I have planned for Spring Break next week. I'm looking forward to it, and getting away from my desk for awhile.

As for my medical issues, that has been a rocky road, but I think we finally found pavement. My off and on stomach issues finally came to head in August of 2010. After almost three months of testing, it was finally discovered that my gallbladders was only working at a small percentage of what it was supposed too. Then they pushed out surgery as far as they could. But I was finally to get it all taken care of on November 15, 2010. There are still some minor problems, but nothing that can't be dealt with by diet and exercise. And if you know me, I haven't quite made it that far yet. :)

Jared and I have also added to our family since my last post. In January 2009 we brought home Zippy. Half Blue Healer, half Jack Russell Terrier. And Terrier (or Terror) is more like it. He's a whirlwind of energy all the time, only stopping to claim the majority of our bed at night. Then in October of 2010, we welcomed Logan, our Yellow Lab. Both the dogs are 2 years old and a good match for each other. We haven't tempted camping with them yet. I'm actually dreading it, they may have to go to daycare. ;)

Things are getting back on track after this whirlwind from the last two years. Financially speaking, maybe in a year or so we might finally be able to purchase some of those bigger items that we've had our eyes on for awhile. I can't wait and it will be great to move on.