Halloween 2008

We have been in our house now for a little over a week and finally got everything put away and just in time for Halloween. James is so excited about going out trick or treating (this will be his first real year). He helped me pick out his costume this year he is going to be batman and Nathan is going to be Tigger. Im really excited bc David gets to be home to help take the kids around the block and my best friend is coming over with her daughter, and my dad is stoping by.

Our First House

After Nathan was born we started house hunting for our first house. I cant believe how many houses we looked at and I cant believe that we finally found a house in the Summerville/Jedburg area and we bought it. It has three bedrooms, a bathroom and an open loft upstairs, the master bedroom down stairs with the living a nice size kitchen, and a nice dining room that will more than likely be turned into the kids play room. Its kinda farther out than I wanted to be but it def was nice I cant wait til we can move in. I have so much that I want to do to it but its going to take alot of time since for a while its only going to be the boys and myself while we wait for david to get orders here. But im going to go now since we are going to do a walk through of the house again and then later this week we will be signing papers and moving our stuff in.

Nathan Edward

My son is here! His name is Nathan Edward he is named after my grandfather that passed away with cancer Edward Wayne(my dads and brother were named after him), my dad, brother, my great grandfather Lee Edward and my husband Davids grandfather Hubert Edward who died while he was in Basic Training(boot camp). He was born on Friday July 28th at 2:35 am and was 20 1/4ins long and weight 6lbs 9oz.

Moved back home

So this weekend I moved back home with my mom since Im 35 weeks pregnant. My husband and I thought that it would be better to have my family close by when I have this baby since he is on shift work. Its going to be hard leaving my husband but he will be down to visit and after I have this baby I can take our two boys and go visit him. I think that it is going to be hard on our two year old son who loves to play with his dad. But hopefully since most of my family is here it will be ok and my son will keep busy and just enjoy the time that he will have with his father when he comes to visit. Im just hoping that I cant deal with it because we have never been apart for a long time the longest time was less than a week. I guess we will just enjoy the time we have together more and make it worth it when he comes to visit.

RIP Papaw

HARVEY, Edward
Edward Wayne Harvey, 67, of Summerville, husband of Dorothy Harvey, died Sunday, June 15, 2008. Final funeral services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Pembroke, Virginia. An additional viewing will be held in Summerville. Friends may call from 6 until 8 o'clock Monday June 16, 2008 at the James A. Dyal Funeral Home. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Latter Day Saints Perpetual Education Fund, 2100 Bacons Bridge Road, Summerville, SC 29485. Edward was born September 20, 1940 in Princeton, West Virginia, son of the late Roy E. and Catherine Coburn Harvey. He attended Southern Illinois University and served 22 years in the United States Air Force. He was the owner of Harvey Construction. In retirement, he worked at Legend Oaks Golf Course and was an avid golfer. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Surviving are his wife, Dorothy Harvey of Summerville, SC; one daughter, Teresa Simmons (Tracy) of Little Rock AR; five sons, Edward W Harvey, Jr. of Summerville, SC, David A Harvey of North Charleston, SC, Stephen P Harvey (Andra) of Henderson, NV, Gregory T. Harvey (Kaylauna) of Salem, VA, Jeffery W. Harvey of San Francisco, CA; one brother, James A Harvey of Salem, VA; one sister, Karen Santalla of Pearisburg, VA; 13 grandchildren, and one great grandchild.

Can things get worse

I just got another call from my brother he just told me more bad news about our Papaw. He told me that Papaw went in for blood work and things are getting even worse now. He just told me that Papaw has days to weeks to live because things arent looking so well for him. Im just really worried about my grammy because her and Papaw have been together for so long now. I really hope that he can make it til the end of this month because that is when I plan on going and visiting him.

Bad News

So tonight I got a phone call from my brother he just wanted to know how everything was going. I also got to talk to my dad and he was the one who told me the worst news ever. He told me that Papaw had stopped taking chemo and that now he was given like 2 months to live. Just when you think things are getting better I was told earlier the chemo had stopped the cancer from growing and that he was hanging in there. Then I get the news that he is getting skinnier and skinnier and in really bad shape but he is still taking the chemo. They had to put a port in his arm because they are having problems finding his veins so that they can give him the treatments. They were suppose to find out Tuesday if the chemo was still working and decide from there what they want to do. I guess that the chemo wasnt doing anything because they have decided to stop it and just let him live out the rest of his life. I just really wish that this wouldnt have had to happen to such a wonderful man as him. He def. doesnt deserve anything like this he is a good loving family man who would do anything for anyone. He served his country, followed the lord, and taken care of his family and has been a wonderful grandfather to me, my brother and all my cousins. I just really hate to see him suffer from this and be in so much pain but I really hope that he makes it to see his second great grandson who is going to be named after him. Im really just hoping that I will have to time to spend with him before he passes and that he will be able to see Christopher. Either way I will never forget him and my sons will hear tons of stories of there Papaw.

RIP Danny Hogg

Last night I got a phone call from my mom I had no clue what was going on because she had gotten surgery the day before. I thought that something was wrong with her and was worried what it might be. The phone call was still bad she was crying as she told me that my uncle Danny had been killed a little while ago. She told me that he was working when it happened....He works for Tigers Towing and he was on call to pick up a truck and tow it. While he was in the middle of the loading the truck up onto the rollback a Big Penski Truck was driving too fast and hit him. They took him down to MUSC right away and we were told that he did pretty much as soon as he got to the hospital. Then today I found out that they are trying to charge the guy that hit him with murder now instead of just a ticket for driving too fast. They believe that the truck's mirror hit my uncle danny and killed him instantly. I just really want to beat the crap out of the guy who hit my uncle because if you are driving and you see a truck being loaded on the side of the road you are suppose to move over to a farther lane or slow down (alot) and get as far over in the lane as you can. So why would you drive really fast in a big truck for one and not move over whenever you see a tow truck loading up another vehicle. You like have to be a total idiot not to use commen sense and move over and/or slow down. Im really hoping that I will be able to go to the funeral I have to see if my husband is going to be able to get time off.
I LOVE AND MISS YOU UNCLE DANNY!

Good News

So I found out awhile ago that my Papaw had cancer and was given 3-9 months to live. That was one of the hardest things to hear. He is like one of the best men you will meet and didnt deserve news like that.....
Well Just the other day I was told that the chemo he was taking was going good and they learned that it had also stopped the cancer from grow and spreading. I was so happy to hear that it had stopped and that the chemo had been working. Later that day I ended up hearing the song "small time southern man" by alan jackson and it just reminded me of him.

Born the middle son of a farmerAnd a small town Southern manLike his daddy's daddy before himBrought up workin' on the landFell in love with a small town womanAnd they married up and settled downNatural way of life if you're luckyFor a small town Southern manFirst there came four pretty daughtersFor this small town Southern manThen a few years later came anotherA boy, he wasn't plannedSeven people livin' all togetherIn a house built with his own handsLittle words with love and understandin'From a small town Southern manChorus:And he bowed his head to JesusAnd he stood for Uncle SamAnd he only loved one woman(He) was always proud of what he hadHe said his greatest contributionIs the ones you leave behindRaised on the ways and gentle kindnessOf a small town Southern man(Raised on the ways and gentle kindness)(Of a small town Southern man)Callous hands told the storyFor this small town Southern manHe gave it all to keep it all togetherAnd keep his family on his landLike his daddy, years wore out his bodyMade it hard just to walk and standYou can break the backBut you can't break the spiritOf a small town Southern man(Repeat Chorus)Finally death came callin'For this small town Southern manHe said it's alright 'cause I see angelsAnd they got me by the handDon't you cry, and don't you worryI'm blessed, and I know I am'Cause God has a place in HeavenFor a small town Southern man(Repeat Chorus)

Lucky

I am so lucky I have a great husband, a wonderful son and another little boy on the way. I cant believe how wonderful things have been for me lately. I am so lucky to have the husband that I have Im so glad that we have made it through everything in the past and not let it end us. He has tried to be so helpful through this pregnancy and has gone to almost all my appointments with me. He tells me everyday how much he loves me and gives me a kisses all the time and loves to snuggle with me. He has let me raise James the way that I have wanted to and Im glad that he has let me be a stay at home mom. I love that so much and Im so thankful that I get the chance to live this life. On the other hand I have a beautiful baby boy that he gave me who is so much fun. He is so loving and has taught me so much just in the two years that he has been alive. I love him so much and i wouldnt change one thing about him I just hope that Christopher takes after James. Now I am being blessed with another little bundle of joy and Im so happy. It took over a year for us to get pregnant again but it finally happened and we are so happy. Somedays I just cant believe that I have everything that I have and I just realize how lucky I am.

Trying To Rest

So on Monday I had another wonderful doctors appointment and I was told that I should try and go on bedrest. The doctor said it would be really good and help make sure that I wont have another premature baby.I was like are you serious everything would fall apart if I went on bedrest. I have so much on my plate right now I cant go on bed rest I have to take care of my son the dogs, look for houses, pack since we have to move in like 2 months, clean and so much more. So I have been trying to take it easy the last few days its been much easier on me but I know it is all just piling up for me to do anyways. You would think that since my brother was here that it would be easier but its not he doesnt do anything other than make a mess and spoil James. Now I have another person to clean up after and it is just driving me crazy because no matter what I do its still a mess. I just wish that he would try harder to find a job or school or just go back home since he isnt doing anything other than playing an online game. Im trying not to stress myself out with all of this but it is hard I just dont want this baby to be earlier too. Im only 3 weeks away from when I had James and Im so worried that Im going to have Christopher early too. I just wish that I could rest like the doctor told me because then I would be worried about having Chris early. So I decided that Im not doing anything for the rest of this week other than maybe cook dinner and play with James.

Its A Boy

So today I had a doctors appointment and got to find out the sex of the baby. It took a while since my baby is a wiggle worm atleast that is what the doctors say. My baby loved to move and everytime the women would move the thing on my tummy the baby would kick back. But David, James, and I found out that it is a little boy his name is going to be Christopher Edward. The first name might change but the middle name is after our grandparents since mine has cancer and Davids died while he was in bootcamp. I already got some new clothes for the baby and now I can start doing the room and everything else.

3 more days

So in 3 days I get to find out what Im having....I cant wait bc I was suppose to find out a month ago. Everyone here is trying to guess what Im having and Im just sitting back waiting to find out. Im just ready to be able to buy all the new stuff for the baby I love baby shopping. I know that david is and isnt ready for us to find out what we are having. He wants to know what we are having just to know but I know once we find out he is going to hate it because he knows he is going to be losing alot of money on baby things. But then again he will be right there with me when I do go shopping for everything because he was there doing it with James. ONLY 3 MORE DAYS!!!

This Past Week

So I just went home to visit my family back in SC. It was really nice having the whole family there. I havent seen some of my uncles in 2 1/2 years and other in like 7-8 years. We were there for my Papaw since he has cancer and they gave him 3-9 months to live. He was weak and has lost weight due to the chemo he is undergoing but he is hanging in there. I really hope that it works for him because he is one of the best men that we have in this world and he doesnt deserve something like this. I know that he was just happy that his whole family (except for 2 due to things they couldnt help) was there and got to spend time with him just incase something does happen.
James had fun playing with all his cousins and getting spoiled by his grandparents and great grandparents. He got so much stuff while we were there and it was only for two days I would hate to see what it would be like if we were there longer. But I know he was glad to come back home. I know that I was.

Baby Updates

For those of you who dont know Im having another baby. Im 20 weeks so Im half way through...yeah. So on March 25 we are hoping to find out the sex of the baby...(i so cant wait to find out what we are having). I have decided that if I have a little girl her name will be Savannah Olivia and if it is a boy it will be Christopher Edward (after my papaw who has cancer and was given 3-9 months to live). Im suppose to be due Aug 1 ! but hoping that it comes sooner (but not too soon). I just hope that he/she gets to meet my papaw because he is the best man in the world. But back to the Baby they told me that since i had james at 30 weeks that after i find out what Im having I will have to get a shot once a week to prevent this baby from coming early. Once we find out more I will let you know.

So last monday i got my frist shot of P17 and it sucks Im still sore. I have to get a shot every weeks so that is really going to suck especially since I hate shots. But this is suppose to help make sure that I dont have another early baby like James was. I only have to get like 13-14 more shots bc Im stopping at 34 weekso my doctor said that it was ok and that they wouldnt even try stopping me from having the baby.

March 25 I will find out what Im having Im so ready to find out since I was suppose to find out on Feb 21 but the dumb military doctors didnt schedule my ultrasound so that pissed me off. So Im so ready to find out and buy baby stuff.