Popping daylillies

Some have bloomed and some are close! I cannot wait to see my pretty flowers come alive.

Pretty days help a stressed out heart

What a gorgeous day it is outside today. Low humidity, mild 70's, and plenty of sun against a canvas of blue - it is the weather any Indiana Hoosier looks forward to before the heat waves of summer.

So today started out fine, but as I drank my hot tea and looked out the kitchen window enjoying the morning birds, things started to spiral downward. Our new computers refused to cooperate, the internet quit working, and our business was put on hold for awhile. After a day of being on the phone, I think I finally got things mostly figured out, but we all know how stressful stuff like that can be.

One thing weighing on me that I have not posted about in awhile is my husband Adam's health. I wrote back in March about our trip to the emergency room, but as of now we still have no answers for what is causing his health problems. We have been to an Ear, Nose, Throat specialist, a Gastro specialist, and now a Pulmonary doctor. To date, Adam has underwent a barium swallow X-ray, a modified barium swallow X-ray, a chest X-ray, blood work, thyroid biopsy, throat biopsy, stomach biopsy, throat scope, and more. We have scheduled a CT scan of his lungs and a breathing test to see if we can figure out why he is having so much chest pressure and problems breathing. But to this point, nothing has been found. I’m worried for Adam, he just hadn’t been himself lately. I’m praying my husband can feel healthy again so he can enjoy life and make the most of the time we have with our kids.

Anyway, we’re looking forward to the upcoming summer. We plan to put up a pool for our family, are celebrating the two year birthday of our daughter Trinity, and are vacationing in South Carolina with extended family in July. So lots of fun awaits us. I just have to get through the rest of today first. : )

Some pictures I like

A Flower Craft

I found the tiniest little flower pot during a trip to little Nashville, IN. I also found a small napkin ring holder that fits the pot perfect! These little cuties were at the Village Candlemaker, my favorite store to visit in Nashville.

One thing about me, I love collecting knick-knacks, and little things have always had a special place in my heart. This pot will fit right in with all my other collectibles. One of my mini-irises broke off and I decided to "plant" it until I find a seed that might work instead.

Mother's Day

I hope all you mommas out there are having an awesome day today.

Last night I attended a Mother's Day banquet with my mom-in-law and two of my sis-in-laws. I then came home to a clean house, the dishes washed, the kids fed and bathed, and an overall PEACEFUL evening. It was the best gift my husband could have given me!

We also visited my own momma today and exchanged gifts with her. I love these purple tulips she gave me! I cannot wait to get them in the ground.

Next time you camp . . .

You have got to try this stuff. It is not only the best pancake mix I have ever tried, but it is the most convenient for trips! It's organic, made with cinnamon and brown sugar, and dispenses like a dream out the spout. Try it with 100% pure maple syrup and fry them up in butter in mini-pancake portions.

Ninja Girl

My husband Adam had a softball game a few nights ago and our daughter Trinity just HAD to wear this bandana to the park. It's an authentic piece from Japan, and she loves it! When we passed a couple Asian families they all smiled at us and seemed to know exactly what it was. Admittedly, I still do not know what it is used for, but it is super cute on my sweetheart.

Camping at Spring Mill State Park

Here are a few pictures of our camping trip to Spring Mill this past weekend. Despite several child meltdowns and a leaky tent during a severe downpour, we really had a great time!