Deep Thinking

This may seem strange, but as I was reading Jenn's blog today about it being Briggs' 1st Birthday today - I started to think about how much she has fallen in love with that dog and how that will translate into her being a wonderful mother some day! I know that may be weird, but when I see her with Briggs and even more so when I see her with Mike's son Jack - I see that she is a very loving person and I know she will be a wonderful Mother someday. Not that Jack needs a mother - he has one, and a very loving one I'm sure - I just know that she has alot to give and Briggs, Jack, and all of us are better for it!

I also know that I was the kind of mother I was because of my own Mom, whom I love dearly, and I hope that some of me rubbed off on my kids too. I know both of my kids will be wonderful parents - it is so gratifying to look back on their childhoods - while not perfect of course - and know that they turned out to be such wonderful people! I feel such pride in my heart for both of them and I'm so grateful that our family is so close. Jennifer Jo and Andrew Aaron - I love you both so very much and thank God everyday for both of you.

Ok that's enough - I guess I am getting a little emotional with this new baby on the way! "I'm so excited and I just can't hide it!" Love to all, Grandma Becky

PS My Mom just called and said Grandma Elliott is in the hospital - please pray for her to get better! I love you Grandma!

So Excited!!

Words can't describe how exciting it is to see your kids about to become parents! Andrew and Meagan are getting very close to "the day" their son will be born and the excitment is overwhelming! Meagan is the cutest pregnant lady ever and the ultrasound pics we saw today are so beautiful! I just can't wait to get my hands on my grandson! The baby's room is done as the most beautiful crib was built and delivered by Dick and Jill, Meagan's parents. It looks showroom perfect - they are such talented people! It completes the room that turned out just beautifully! Andrew is so cute and nervous - whenever Meagan has a pain he is practically grabbing the suitcase and is out the door ready to go! Nervous and excited at the same time! The next appt is Monday - the baby measures about 7 1/2 lbs today so by next Monday, maybe the Dr will be willing to schedule his birthday! I will keep you posted! (check out their blog for pics!) Have a good week everyone! It's a shortened one for me, no work today!!

Happy 2009!

Happy New Year to all my family and friends! I wish all the best to all of you in the new year - may all your dreams come true! We had a very nice holiday season - busy but fun! We hosted the Barkers and the Radebaughs on Christmas Eve - served torsk, ham and lutefish. Greg did most of the work since I was working, and he did a wonderful job!! The fish turned out great - even the slimy lutefish and I think the meal was enjoyed by all! We served it dormitory style in our empty basement and it worked quite well! It was so nice to have everyone all together!! We had our own family christmas after everyone left and I got two digital picture frames to show off Briggs and our coming grandchild. One will fit in my purse for my Grandmas brag book and I can't wait to use it! Christmas Day was at Dave and Shortys and they had their signature prime rib. Even if I don't enjoy rare meat so much, they put a piece in the microwave for me and it is excellent! It was a wonderful, relaxing day. Back to work on Friday and then to the lake for some rest and relaxation! Greg and I went over to Andrew and Meagans and they primed the babys room to get it ready for Meagans Dad to spray it after New Years. It turned out so good by the looks of the pics and I can't wait to see it in person!

New Years was spent at the lake for the second annual party with Bil and Mark and Dave and Kim. Richard and Marj chickened out this year, but wanted to be kept on the guest list for next year! I was done with work by 3:30 this year (a new record!) and was there before the guests for a change. We had alot of good appetizers, good drinks, and great company. We played games and had alot of fun. The next day we did our bar hopping in DL and a great time was had by all! I was the DD since again I had to drive back to work.

We stayed home this weekend and Billie hosted a family baby shower for Meagan and Andrew. It was very nice, except that the weather was threatening so some the girls didn't want to venture out into it. It was to bad, but I'm glad we got it in anyway. It could be anytime now, and I think she enjoyed all the gifts she did get. Greg and I got them a Sony Camcorder so they can remember all the great times they will have with this baby and record every minute!

The time is coming for this baby and we are all getting so excited. Meagan is the cutest preggo lady ever and while I want the baby to come - it all seems to be going so fast! Maybe not for her, but for us! I just know that time flies way to fast and he will be here before we know it! I can't wait to get my hands on him!

I am dreaming of getting out of this weather for awhile - we are planning our vacation but waiting to schedule to see when the baby gets here. We don't want to go before cause we would hate to be gone when he arrives and don't want to leave to soon after he comes cause we would miss him - so the time frame is on hold, but my dreams are not. Right now we are thinking we may go to CA to see the relatives for a few days and then on to San Diego for a few days cause it looks really nice there. The weather sounds great and I have found some really nice hotels to pick from. It just sounds like a really nice place to check out with lots to do. Maybe, Maybe.

Take care everyone - have a great week!