The Days of Our Lives

2011-12-05T15:04:00.000-08:00

My Precious Children!

2010-12-24T09:57:00.000-08:00

Angel Marie - Born June 2, 2010

2010-06-11T09:07:00.000-07:00

My boys!

2010-04-30T14:48:00.001-07:00

My Big Hunter and My Little Hunter

2009-12-03T21:27:00.001-08:00

Teddy's 1st Buck

2009-12-03T07:14:00.000-08:00

Mike's Montana Buck!

2009-12-02T21:14:00.001-08:00

Baby Mayhle-Due May 24th!

2009-10-29T11:09:00.000-07:00

Maley Reunion

2009-10-05T07:24:00.000-07:00

The Children and their spouses(minus a few)

The Grandkids

The Great Grandkids

The Great Great Grandkids

Homecoming 2009

2009-09-08T08:02:00.000-07:00

We had a wonderful Homecoming! We had a preacher and singers all the way from Harkers Island, NC! They are such sweet people!

Us!

2009-08-17T20:39:00.000-07:00

My Mom and my niece Candi

2009-07-29T13:48:00.000-07:00

We Miss You!

2009-07-15T08:27:00.001-07:00

Satisfied!

2009-06-30T22:13:00.000-07:00

Teddy is my clown. He can come up with things to say really quick. We were just at SEO Youth Camp and Teddy and I were talking about how many times he had been to the altar. He told me that he had went twice and that he was saved and sanctified. He then remenbered that he had went a third time. When I asked him what he got that time, without missing a beat he said, "Satisfied!"

Pilot Mountain

2009-06-18T13:31:00.000-07:00

A very bad pic through the windshied, but nonetheless, it made it on my blog!:)

Harkers's Island

2009-06-03T06:29:00.000-07:00

Hunter and Grammy Anne!

2009-05-20T13:10:00.000-07:00

Heading to Greene County

2009-04-08T19:37:00.000-07:00

Outside!

2009-04-06T18:23:00.000-07:00

This was Hunter's 1st day to play outside with big brother watching him. He had a blast!

All Dressed Up!

2009-03-26T14:11:00.000-07:00

My Wacky Kids!

2009-03-26T08:59:00.001-07:00

This is Teddy on Wacky Wednesday at PVCA!

Hunter in Teddy's cowboy boots!

My Computer's All Better!

2009-03-18T20:32:00.000-07:00

My computer was not working and I was stressing out about it. It was acting like it was stuck in sleep mode. Well my diagnoses was right and it is all better now.

Hunter's 1 Year Pic!

2009-02-06T06:22:00.000-08:00

He's Precious....

2009-01-08T13:10:00.000-08:00

...but ornery!

You know your getting old when.....

2008-12-23T19:48:00.000-08:00

....your listening to Odyssey and your son has to ask you what a station wagon is!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

2008-12-22T18:25:00.000-08:00

Hunter's 1st Birthday Party!

2008-12-17T10:02:00.000-08:00

Hunter had one person there his age! This ia a busy time of year to plan a party!

He kept looking at me like he was waiting for to to tell him to stop making a mess.

Happy Birthday Hunter!

2008-12-14T14:25:00.000-08:00

Hunter is one today! I can't believe my baby is growing up so fast!

Icy Roads!

2008-12-06T20:45:00.000-08:00

We started home today, but we ran into some really bad weather and roads. I really got worried when I noticed that the semi trucks were creeping along, on Interstate 70 at five miles per hour with their flashers on. We were about a half hour from Mike's mom and dad's house so we turned around and headed back. It's amazing how cautious you are when you have two kids in the back seat to worry about! We'll try it again tomorrow!

Trip to the ER!

2008-12-03T09:49:00.001-08:00

Hunter started having cold symptoms at my mom's this past weekend. Then we got to Mike's mom and dad's and he started running a temperature. I took him to the ER and after waiting for 4 hours we found out that he has double ear infection. He is on antibiotic and is sleeping better at night. For that I am thankful!

Children's Museum

2008-12-03T09:43:00.001-08:00

We are in Waynesburg PA and will be here until the end of the week! Monday Teddy, Russie, Hunter, and I went to the Pittsburg Children's Museum. It was fun.

Snow! Snow! Snow!

2008-11-21T16:29:00.000-08:00

This & That

2008-11-19T11:01:00.000-08:00

Hunter figured out how to open his snacks when I wasn't looking!

He also loves to play in the cupboards every chance he gets!

Teddy made this project after he saw the ones that 3rd and 4th grade did at school!

Pics of my Boys!

2008-11-18T07:40:00.000-08:00

Her are a couple pics of the boys! I was trying to get a good pic of the boys for my Christmas cards, but I didn't realize how much harder it is to get two kids to look at you at the same time with good expressions on their face. Teddy was tired of sitting there smiling while I tried to get Hunter to look at me and Hunter just totally ignored me after a while and started eating leaves. It was sooo cute he would try to put one in his mouth and it would tickle his face and he would start laughing. I did get a good one out of twelve pictures, but I'm not posting that one until after my Christmas cards have been received!

10th Anniversary!

2008-11-07T09:53:00.000-08:00

Mike and I have been married for 10 YEARS! In some ways it seems like a long time ago and in other ways it seem like only yesterday! Time flies when your having fun!:)

Weekend in Waynesburg!

2008-11-06T20:18:00.001-08:00

The 4 grandkids!

Cousins play football!

Pap isn't going anywhere!

Sister-in-law Kelly and niece Emma Lily!

My good friend Russie!

God Is In Control!

2008-11-05T04:52:00.000-08:00

No matter who the president is, "GOD IS IN CONTROL!":)

Waynesburg!

2008-11-01T14:27:00.000-07:00

We are at the in-laws here in Waynesburg. I have been here less than 24 hours and I am homesick for Central PA! Tomorrow I'll be home!

View From Our Place!

2008-10-29T13:32:00.000-07:00

Celebrating WV!

2008-10-27T09:04:00.000-07:00

Teddy wanted to wear this hat to school one day cause he said he was celebrating WV!

I'm Stuck!

2008-10-22T10:47:00.000-07:00

Hunter took his nap today and I heard him playing after he woke up. I then heard him wailing and I wondered what had went wrong. I arrived in the room to find that both of his legs were stuck in the rails. My poor son had to wait while I grabbed the camera to take a pic!:)

New Outfit!

2008-10-22T07:28:00.000-07:00

My sister got Hunter this new outfit and wanted to see him in it. Here he is!

Teddy's Birthday!

2008-10-21T09:45:00.000-07:00

This is a little late, but these days I'm running behind in everything, so why not my blogging too?

Teddy had been asking for a Nintendo DS for his birthday! I got quite a good deal on it and all the accessories in the spring so I bought it then and saved it for five months until his birthday. That was hard for me to do! I didn't think much about the order in which he was opening his presents and in this pic he had just opened a game for the DS. That was quite the give away!

Teddy finally opening his DS!

Teddy waiting for his ride to school! He took cookies for his friends to celebrate his birthday! They must have gotten too heavy!

Toilet Paper!

2008-10-20T17:33:00.000-07:00

Hunter loves the bathroom! As soon as he hears the door open he is there! This day someone forgot to shut the bathroom door!

Teddy's School Picture!

2008-10-11T11:24:00.000-07:00

Hunter's Dedication!

2008-09-23T19:56:00.000-07:00

We had Hunter dedicated Sunday! My mom, Gene, and my nephew Canaan stopped by on their way from vacation! Mike's mom, dad. and Gramma were also able to come. I was nervous as to what Hunter would do since he is already nine months, but he did good!

My Sis!

2008-09-16T14:15:00.001-07:00

Just wanted to post a pic of my sister and best friend!

Leaving Today!

2008-08-29T09:40:00.001-07:00

Wv holds some wonderful memories for me! This is the place that I spent 14 years of my life! No matter where I live I think I will always feel like I am going home when I head for the hills of WV. Not saying that I would ever want to live there again, but there is just a feeling that I can't explain when I start seeing familiar landmarks that I remember from my childhood. Then when I arrive at the last home I ever shared with my dad, the memories just overwhelm me. It's like I just went on a trip and left him there and he's going to be waiting for me. I wouldn't trade the memories I have for the world! Going to Wv for me is more than just a trip or a nice vacation spot. For me it's the place that holds all the memories of my precious daddy! Almost Heaven West Virginia!

Cool Cat!

2008-08-29T08:25:00.001-07:00

I bought hunter these cool shades that velcro behind his head. When i put them on him he moves his head all around! Must be trying to figure out why everything got dark all of a sudden!

Hunter's First Haircut!

2008-08-27T06:46:00.000-07:00

I know Hunter is only 8 months, but he had hair hanging down over his ears that was almost to the bottom of his ear. He did really good. I just gave him something to play with and he sat very still. This is a picture before the haircut!

He looks like a big boy!

A side view of his haircut!

First Day of School!

2008-08-21T07:03:00.000-07:00

My baby started school today! Actually he is in the second grade, but I homeschooled for two years, so this is a first for me. He was really excited! The house is sooo quiet without him around. Here's a pic of Teddy and Hunter before we left for school. Hunter didn't want to get up and he is yawning in this pic!

A picture of Teddy at his desk!

Clinton Camp!

2008-08-06T09:46:00.000-07:00

I know this post is a little late, but I've been really busy! At least that's my excuse. We were able to be at Clinton for the first five days and we had a wonderful time.On the way we stopped at a rest area to feed the baby, get some snacks, and let Teddy run off some energy!

Hunter in his pack n play in our cabin!

Hunter taking his bath on the porch of Uncle Frank and Aunt Wanda's cabin!

I just realized I didn't get any pics of Teddy at camp. He was always somewhere playing. Oh well here's a pic of him at the rest area on the way although it is dark.

Finally! I have been trying to post this all day and blogger would not let me upload pics. Here you go Val!

My Dad!

2008-07-16T08:55:00.000-07:00

Fourteen years ago today my hero, provider, friend, and protector went to be with Jesus. What a hard thing for a sixteen year old to deal with. Looking back I can see how God was right beside me and how he helped me through a time that I never thought I could make it through. My dad was the best and fourteen years later I still think of things I would like to tell him and questions I would like to ask him. Time does ease the pain, but I still miss him and wish I could sit down and talk to him and tell him him much I love him. I would also thank him for raising me in a Christian home and living such a life that makes me want to serve Jesus.

A pic of the boys!

2008-07-11T09:03:00.000-07:00

Thought I would at least post a new picture of the boys! Teddy's clothes are quite dirty! I don't know why he was sitting on my couch!

The Praise Committee

2008-07-09T12:51:00.001-07:00

Here's a new website too check out. Mike's cousin Brittney set it all up. She is dating my cousin Phil Sparks and Phil, his brother Jonathan, and his Grandpa Ron Gandee just started a group. Ron is the best steel guitar player. He used to be in a group with my dad, The Wesleyan Gospel Aires and he has always been my favorite. Enjoy! http://thepraisecommittee.com/index.html

Alive and Well!

2008-06-30T08:15:00.000-07:00

It's been a long time, but I have not had a phone, thus no internet. Things are going good and we are getting settled in our new place in Middleburg. At the present we are in Waynesburg Pa visiting family. Hopefully when I get home I will have my phone on. Just wanted to let you know I'm still alive and hopefully I will be able to post some new pics in the near future!

Hello from Central PA!

2008-05-16T11:24:00.000-07:00

We are now living in Central PA! Mike started his job last week working at The Decorating Center! We are staying with the Calhoun's while we are looking for a place to live. They are a wonderful family and we deeply appreciate them opening their home to us. Teddy is having a blast making all kinds of friends. He hasn't been a bit backward and he's been talking to everyone. That could be a bad thing cause you never know what he's going to say! Until next time.....

I've Been Tagged!

2008-04-23T09:41:00.000-07:00

I think I was actually tagged on several blogs but I was trying to ignore them! Thanks Ruth Ann for bringing it to my attention again!
Here are the rules.....Each player answers the questions about themselves. At the end of the post, the player then tags 5 people and posts their names.

1) What I was doing 10 years ago:
Planning a wedding
Working at Wendy's
Not worrying about alot of bills

2)Five things on my to-do list today:
Laundry
Bath the baby
School
Make supper
Pack

3)Snacks that I enjoy:
Wheat Thins
Lays Plain Potato Chips
CHOCOLATE

4)Things I would do if I were a billionaire:
Give it to people who need it
Buy a house
Pay for Teddy's schooling
Missions, IHC, Clinton Camp

5)Three of my bad habits:
Talking too much
Telling Mike the same thing 5 times
Letting Teddy frustrate me

6)Five Places I have Lived:
Canton Ohio
Grafton WV
Barberton OH
Waynesburg PA
Moving to Central PA

Five jobs that I have had:
Babysitting
Cleaning houses
Wendy's
NA at a hospital
Stay at home mom

Five people I want to know more about (A nice way to say TAG!)....
Everyone I know has been tagged!

My Best Friends from High School!

2008-04-11T10:08:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I went to Morgantown and met my two best friends from high school. They are sisters and we hung out together all the time. I was actually at their house when I got the call that my dad was in the hospital and that is when he passed away. Leslie has two girls and Joy has a boy and a girl. Her son was in school so she just brought her daughter. She is the one with the choclate all over her face. We had a great time and did alot of catching up. I don't know when I'll get to see them again with moving and everything, but it's nice to know that no matter where we live or how far apart we may be that they'll always be my best friends!

Cabin Fever!

2008-04-06T17:26:00.000-07:00

I am ready to get out and go somewhere! My baby was sick, then I was sick, then Teddy was sick, and now the baby is sick again! I have not been to church on a Sunday for 3 weeks. I was all dressed and ready to go tonight and the baby started going at both ends. Sorry that was the most polite way I could think to say it at this point. I sure hope the baby is better by the weekend. We are suppose to go to my mom's and then from there to IHC. I NEED TO GET OUT OF THIS HOUSE! Ok I feel better!

Trip to my Sisters!

2008-04-05T05:40:00.000-07:00

For those of you who wonder why I don't have a pic of my sis on here, she made me take it off cause she didn't like it. What a wonderful sister I am!

Finally I am getting around to posting about my wekend at my sisters! We had a great time. The kids played well and didn't get in trouble once. That is really weird usually there is some trouble and someone ends up getting corrected. They must be growing up. We arrived at my sisters house on Thursday morning and left Saturday afternoon. Ran around a little and stopped in at WalMart of course. Friday we just relaxed and visited. My mom and Gene came Friday night so I got to spend some time with them. My Grandma was there too and we enjoyed getting to be with her. She has Alzheimer's and we are thankful that she still knows all of us even if she does ask the same questions over and over. I can deal with that. Teddy hated to leave and wanted to turn around and go back as soon as we got home! Thank you Val for a wonderful weekend! See you at IHC!

Trip with My Boys!

2008-03-26T06:14:00.000-07:00

We are leaving tomorrow to go to my sisters house! Me, Teddy, and Hunter, are the only ones going! I sure hope things go ok. This is a first for me traveling alone with two kids. Hopefully the baby will sleep the whole way and not need to eat or get a diaper change. I am trying to plan that way but you all know how it is with a baby and plans!!!!! We are all excited and ready to see my sister and her family! See ya tomorrow Val!!!!!!!!!!!

Sick Baby!

2008-03-20T05:43:00.000-07:00

My poor little baby has pneumonia! I feel sooo bad for him. He is really congested and seems like he should be miserable, but he is just as pleasant as always. I have to take him back tomorrow to make sure he is getting better. He is on Augmentin!

Colds!

2008-03-17T08:55:00.000-07:00

Teddy and Hunter both have colds! I think I may be getting one too! I feel really bad for Hunter. It's hard when a baby gets sick and there's really nothing you can do for them. The doctor won't give anything unless he gets a temperature and I sure hope that dosen't happen. He is still very pleasant though!

Successful Weekend!

2008-03-11T12:06:00.000-07:00

We had a good weekend in Central Pa! Mike has a couple job oppurtunuties and he is just waiting to hear from them. It will be 4-6 weeks they say! Many thanks to Jim and Marie Plank for running all over the country with us looking at houses. Teddy had alot of fun playing with Jamison and Jennifer. They even got to play in the 4 inches of snow we got on Friday evening. We were also privileged to attend school revival at PVBI!

Shots!

2008-02-18T09:38:00.001-08:00

Hunter gets his 2 month shots today! I am not looking forward to it. I know he will cry when he gets them and forget about it right away, but I hate hearing him cry and knowing that he is hurting! I can't wait til it's over!

My Boys!

2008-02-14T12:21:00.000-08:00

Happy Birthday Valerie!

2008-02-07T09:55:00.000-08:00

Just wanted to wish a Happy Birthday to my wonderful sister and best friend! I love you!

Life!

2008-02-07T09:31:00.000-08:00

Not a whole lot going on here! Just living life! Taking care of baby Hunter and doing school with Teddy. Here's a picture of my little scholar!

1,000

2008-01-30T07:36:00.000-08:00

I have reached 1,000 visitors! Yaaaaaaa!

Our New Ride!

2008-01-29T09:15:00.000-08:00

2008-01-29T09:11:00.000-08:00

My Two Little Men!

2008-01-24T10:04:00.000-08:00

Christmas at Mike's Parents!

2008-01-23T15:15:00.000-08:00

Christmas at mom's house!

2008-01-23T15:03:00.000-08:00

I Like His Style!

2007-12-28T14:26:00.001-08:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-BFEhkIujA

Hunter Michael Has Arrived!

2007-12-17T18:00:00.000-08:00

He is here!!! Hunter was born Friday Dec. 14th at 2:50 p.m. he weighed 8 pounds 2 ounces! 20 1/2 inches long! Everything went well and we are so happy with our new bundle of joy! Teddy is the proud big brother!

Worthless Trip!

2007-12-13T10:20:00.000-08:00

Well I made a trip to the hospital last night! After 4 hours I was sent home because my contractions stopped. What a bummer! I am being induced in the morning so hopefully that works! Maybe the next post will have pics!

Waiting for the Baby!

2007-12-10T10:37:00.000-08:00

I am so ready to have this baby! I go to a group of doctor's and two of them had said that they would probably induce on the 10th. That would have been today! I had an appointment on Friday and saw a different doctor and he said that we would wait and see what happens this week and if I haven't had the baby by next Monday that they would induce then! I was so disappointed! I went to town this morning and did alot of walking. I have also been running up and down the stairs doing laundry! Hopefully things will progress quickly! The next time I post I may have pictures!!!!!

Deer hunting!

2007-12-01T09:15:00.000-08:00

My husband is in Kansas right now trying to get a really big buck! So far he has hunted for 2 days and hasen't got him yet! He has seen some nice ones but couldn't get a shot! He has passed up quite a few also! Holding out for just the right one! I'll keep you updated cause I'm sure you are all very interested!

For your information!

2007-11-30T16:58:00.000-08:00

After 542 visitors I just realized that I had spelled happenings wrong! Either I have alot of nice friends or alot of people that view my blog don't know me enough to care! Ha!

Ready for Christmas!

2007-11-28T06:09:00.000-08:00

Just a few more packages to receive in the mail and my Christmas shopping is done. YAAAAA! Since I am due the 15th of Dec. I was trying to get done early and I actually did. What a surprise. Now if the baby will come on time or before so we can still get to my mom's for Christmas. It does need to hold off for at least a week cause my husband left for Kansas Tuesday to hunt. Oh yeah my mom flew out this morning for Hawaii so right now all of my support is gone. I told them I wasn't waiting for anyone. Well I hadn't posted for a while so I thought I'd give a little update. Until next time.....

I'm Back!

2007-11-15T12:41:00.000-08:00

I am finally back! Alot has happened since I was last here! My mother in law is home and doing better. We are in the process of moving in with my in laws. Pray for me! HA! My mother in law cannot be alone and I was having trouble running two households. Not to mention that I am due to have my baby a month from today! We are going to live here for a few months. We are planning on moving to Central PA in the spring so hopefully things go ok here until then. Just a little update. Post more later!

Another Update!

2007-10-27T11:16:00.001-07:00

Mike's mom was moved yesterday to rehab in Washington, PA! This is alot closer than traveling to Pittsburg everyday! She is doing alot better and depending on how she does in rehab she will home in 2-4 weeks. Thanks to everyone who prayed for her!

Update!

2007-10-24T07:12:00.000-07:00

Mike's mom is in the step down unit. She is off the ventilator and they may take the feeding tube out today! Thank the Lord! She was able to take a short walk yesterday. Things are improving!

Update!

2007-10-17T08:06:00.000-07:00

Mike's mom had to be put on the ventilator. They did an MRI on her and after laying on her back for 45 minutes her breathing really became and issue. They have tried to take her off the vent one time and had to put it back in. They are keeping it on until her lungs heal. They may try to remove it again today and if she dosen't do well they will put a trac in so the irritating tube down her throat can come out. They are putting a feeding tube in today. She hasn't been able to eat since Sat. so they need to give her some nourishment. She is heavily sedated but they do cut back on the sedation to check her every couple hours. She does respond to the nurses and is able to move her limbs as instucted and shake her head yes or no to questions they ask. Please continue to remember her in your prayers!

Update on Mike's Mom!

2007-10-13T07:28:00.000-07:00

Please continue to remember Mike's mom. She had her surgery and there are quite a few complications. She is still in ICU. They are working with her blood pressure because it had been quite high and she is still on 80% oxygen. please remember Mike's dad he is really having a hard time dealing with everything.

Prayer!

2007-10-10T03:04:00.000-07:00

Please remember my mother in law today. She is having a tumor removed from her petuatary gland which is at the base of her brain.

Happy Birthday Teddy!

2007-10-02T14:36:00.000-07:00

Teddy's birthday was Thursday. We had some family over for cake. He had a good time with his cousin Logan. He also enjoyed holding his new cousin Emma!

Painting at Mom's!

2007-10-02T14:31:00.001-07:00

This past weekend we went to my mom's and Mike painted their garage for them. He started doing the primer friday night late and worked 'til 10 with a light!

Flowers from Teddy!

2007-10-02T14:26:00.000-07:00

These are the two bouquets of flowers that Teddy picked for me!

Tagged!

2007-09-26T14:28:00.000-07:00

I was tagged by Sherri so here are 7 things that nobody knows about me.

1. I am very outspoken! (Suprise! Bet nobody knew that!)

2. I love to read. If I have a good book I hate to put it down until I am finished. Much to my husband and son's chargin! I don't keep many books around if I want to get things done!

3. I really hate it when a word in a song such as forgiv'n is pronounced forgiven! Just a pet peeve!

4. I was raised in WV. A great place to live. Everybody is friendly and waves whether they know you or not.

5. I have asthma! Which is why I called off work today! I work at Wendy's and the grease is not a good thing to be around when you are having trouble breathing!

6. My husband and I started dating when we were 16. We then got married at age 20!

7. I really hate putting down all this stuff about myself. (Finally that was the last one!)

I tag Susie from The Heskett's and Suzie form Just Ramblin!

Fun Weekend!

2007-09-26T14:04:00.000-07:00

We were in Ohio at my mom's house this weekend. My mom and Teddy share the same birthday so we celebrated this weekend. We took Teddy to build a bear. He loved it. It was pretty exciting for we adults too! We also went to the beach at Lake Erie! Teddy had fun looking for shells. He also swam. We were suppose to be wading but he got a little carried away. Glad I took a change of clothes for him. Sorry no pics I forgot my camera. I'll try to get some from my stepdad!

Comment!

2007-09-13T16:45:00.000-07:00

Please comment if you read my blog! Thx!

Dying Deer!

2007-09-07T11:35:00.000-07:00

http://www.timesleader.com/news/20070905_05_deer_tv_ART.html There are deer dying all around us. They have found hundreds right here in Greene County! Quite the stink!!

Teddy & Canaan Singing Easter Sunday in WV.

2007-08-30T17:21:00.000-07:00

West Virginia!

2007-08-30T17:11:00.000-07:00

We are headed to WV for the weekend. Every holiday such as 30th of May, 4th of July, and Labor Day I go to WV with my mom and step-dad! Usually my sister and her family go to but they are unable to be there this year. Teddy always gets so excited about staying in the trailer where I grew up. He must think that it's an adventure or something.

My New Niece!

2007-08-23T17:27:00.000-07:00

Gram and baby Emma! Big Brother and Baby Emma!
Teddy with his little cousin!

This is my new niece. She was born this morning at 7:41! She weighed 8pounds 2 ounces and was 21 and 1/2 inches long. Her name is Emma Lily!

2007-08-23T09:24:00.000-07:00

My family and I a long time ago @ Clinton Camp!

My Cowboy!

2007-08-21T18:19:00.000-07:00