Mikey

We lost our sweet boy Mikey, on July 3. It was sudden and unexpected. Yes, he was almost 12 years old, but he had just had a very good vet visit, and his blood work all came back fine. So, we have been so heartbroken, over him leaving so quickly. Fortunately, Ben and Shelby were here, and Ben had just got done rubbing Mikey's belly, only 15 minutes earlier. I went to call Mikey in, where he was laying in his favorite spot on the deck, and he didn't move. Immediately, I touched him and he still didn't move. I screamed for Ben, and he came running. But, Mikey was gone, probably only a few minutes, if that, before we found him. He is missed. It hurts something terrible. He was our dream dog, a loving member of our family. All three smurfs have climbed on Mikey and he always just laid there and enjoyed it. I still can't believe he's gone. I can't wait to see him again, one day in Heaven. We love you Mikey so, so much. You were and still are the best.

Mikey and Trigger played all the time.

Mikey was the only dog that Trigger has ever liked. 

Despite their size, they were two of a kind.

July 25, 2003 - July 3, 2015

Until we meet again, sweet boy,

know that you were loved,

and that you still are.

Always in our hearts, 

and missed every second of the day.

Cabela's

The boys enjoy going to Cabela's. And it's been over a year since we have gone, so we decided to make an afternoon of it. Afterwards, we hit Arby's for lunch.

His Garth pose.

He's getting to be so grown up.

Can't get any cuter, than this little man of mine.

And Liam's favorite part?? Of course, it would be the hand dryer. I really need to get one of these for our home. LOL

10 years

The time has gone so quickly. This child made me a Mom for the third time. He came home as a little brother, and in the last several years became a big brother. Because of Caleb, I brought home Elijah, and then Liam. Caleb has touched the lives of so many. He is loving, kind, sensitive, funny, mischievous, and  outgoing. He loves life, his Mama, his brothers, his friends, school and Adele. The world is a better place because of this sweet boy. 

I love you Caleb Anatoly forever and ever!

Love, your Mama

Today, June 18, 2015

This kid has my heart!

June 10, 2015

Celebrating 10 years with Caleb!

Thank you Jesus for the gift of Caleb Anatoly!

This is the very first time that I ever saw Caleb. He was little Anatoly (Tolia) then.

Right after court. Holding MY SON for the very first time. 

That day was a miracle. 

June 10, 2005

DSST picnic

The boys look forward to the DSST annual picnic every year. They get to play at their favorite park, plus eat subs and chips, and snow cones! What's not to love?? Then there's a magic show, that Jimmy really enjoys but the others don't care for too much. But we sit through it with Jimmy. :) It's worth it to see him laugh and act surprised over every "trick". LOL

This kid can't get any cuter!

Liam loves these music chimes. This kid is all about music!

Inseparable, these two. :)

Pics from this week's adventures

He goes to school like this. He really does. :)

Mikey wanted some attention and was not taking no for an answer.

LOL, no words.

Mustard on buttered toast. He ate it, and liked it. No lie.

Elijah and friend during Field Day. Too cute!

Liam and Elijah waiting for the bus.

This silly guy is getting glasses! 

Pics with Mama