- As soon as I woke up and did my laundry and dishes, I left to go and sit with Shannon for a little while. Tony had his knee done so she needed some company this morning while she waited on him. I'm sure I was entertaining for people to watch coming into the hospital-I had a bag of snacks, a drink for Shannon, a drink for me, and my umbrella. Our drinks seemed extra slippery, and then wind was trying its best to knock things out of my hands.
- I stayed for a while and then ran to Trader's Joes to buy some flowers and then made a stop to Lowes. At Trader Joes I was not the only one buying flowers-there were so many prom moms buying flowers that I was about to have to throw some elbows.
- Once I made it home, Graham, Campbell, and Keaton left soon afterwards for work. This was Keaton's first day to help at the office this year, and unfortunately she didn't have much to do, but I think that she still enjoyed it or at least she will enjoy her paycheck.
- I had to wake Whitman up this afternoon. Even though he didn't stay up too crazy late, he was still catching up on his rest which is a good thing because tomorrow will be an early morning. I then left to go to Dana's house so she could make a bouquet for me. It took her no time at all to make a beautiful bouquet, and we even had extra flowers which I took to Grannymom.
- When Keaton and Graham got home from work, they ran a few errands looking for a hacky sack. Bless them-they weren't able to find one but came home and order one. When they came home, Campbell left to go and eat supper with some friends, and she came home and left again to go and spend the night at a friend's house. She is safely there so I can stop tracking her because of course she left just as a thunderstorm rolled through again tonight.
April 24, 2026
April 23, 2026
- The girls usually wake up on their own on Thursday mornings, but last Thursday they didn't. I wasn't sure when they were to wake up, so I let them sleep longer than I should. This morning, I was on top of it and even text to make sure they were awake way too early, but they were already getting ready.
- I woke Whitman, and we read together. When we finished, I moved on to the kitchen only to discover that he had gone back to sleep right where I left him. Not only was Whitman having problems staying awake, but so was Graham-it took him a good while to get up this morning.
- Eventually, the boys were awake and working on school. I spent a good bit of time addressing Graham's graduation invitations. He even has had things arrive for his dorm room the past two days-I don't like it one bit.
- Bentley had just finished her walk today, and as we walked by the side of the house I noticed a snake-a big black snake. I think that it was probably 4 feet long. I text Robby to ask if I should kill it or act like I didn't see it. He suggested getting Graham, but since I knew he was in the shower, I found a shovel.
- Now, by the time I got back with the shovel, the snake had moved to the front flower beds. When I stabbed at him there, it just slithered faster until he got in front of the front door. I was convinced that Graham was going to hear me and open the door. It took about 8 stabs and a few squeals from me until the snake finally stopped moving. I then had to ask/beg Graham to take it to the woods-you would thought I was asking him to move it with his hands and not a shovel.
- The girls came home and then left again to babysit. This is friend of mine that they were babysitting tonight for. Robby and I ran some errands, and just as we made it home with the pizza, Graham got an invite to play pickleball so off he went.
- I made cookies for Reagan's goody box tonight, and then wrapped them up. Now, Robby and I are watching a show before we head to bed.
April 22, 2026
- I was able to wake up a few minutes earlier today which did help me a good bit. I folded the laundry, emptied the dishwasher, brushed the dogs' teeth, straightened the house quickly, and brushed the dogs before it was time to work with Keaton and Whitman so I felt pretty good.
- We worked together, and then it was time for them to start on their school work. I had encouraged Whitman to not take any breaks today since we had to leave early, and I guess that he didn't because he finished before lunch. We didn't end up working together because there just wasn't time, but overall, I was glad that he did finish at a decent time-it is good to know that it can be done.
- Campbell and Graham left first to go to work for the afternoon. They had thought that their checks were wrong the other day when they came in the mail, but they found out today that they got a bonus so they were super pleased.
- Whitman, Keaton, and I left next. We met up with some friends at the foodbank to work a shift. We had a fun job this afternoon. We were packing boxes for elderly people, and there was a conveyor belt. We each had an item to put into the box as it went past us-it was difficult keeping up with putting your things in the box while trying to open up the boxes so you could be ready with your items. We stayed so busy-there were 3 adults and 10 kids in our group, and those kids all worked so hard the entire time.
- Poor Whitman-he was at the end so he had two things that he had to put into the boxes. At times I was struggling to just get my one thing in the box, and he had two things to take care of. After we finished at the foodbank, we had a car full of 3 extra girls and stopped at Sonic and then ChickFilA on the way to church.
- The girls were happy to be at church early, but Whitman and I just stayed in the car. He played on his ipad while I napped! I made sure that he woke me up in time for church. After church, Whitman and I headed home while the others went to ChickFIlA. (We have chosen to give them all of our money today.)
- Robby and I ate some butter chicken for supper, and now we are sitting on the couch watching a show. I have to do get Campbell's school work out for next week tonight, but after that I don't have anything else to do.
April 21, 2026
- I have been waking up lately each morning around 6. I need to go to the bathroom each morning around then, but if I get out of the bed when it is the least bit light outside, I seem to wake up Marley. Today though I couldn't go back to sleep so I had to lightly climb out of the bed and tiptoe to the bathroom. Thankfully, I didn't wake the dog...meanwhile, Bentley will ask to go downstairs sometimes early in the morning, but we never usually hear from her, and some days she doesn't even want to go outside until after 9.
- We did the school thing this morning, but I did feel sorry for Whitman because his braces really bothered him this morning. He did say later in the day that his teeth were feeling better. At least I kept him busy with school work.
- Keaton and I ran to the vet to pick up a pill for Marley tomorrow, and then I went to Michaels to buy some yarn and ribbon. The nice check out lady was determined for me to find a coupon, and thankfully I was able to after a while. I'm just glad that there was not a line behind me.
- We came home, and I took a quick walk before Whitman and I finished his school work. Then this evening, I rode with Robby for a bit while he ran a few errands. It was kind of slow out so we stopped at David's Burgers for a bite to eat.
- While we were gone, Campbell went out to eat, did some shopping, and went to a friend's house for a bit. Tomorrow is work for some, foodbank volunteering for others, and church for all so it will be a busy afternoon.
April 20, 2026
- Usually in the mornings, Robby takes his shower while I'm reading to Keaton and Whitman, and he traps Marley in the bathroom with him. Today, Robby showered earlier in the morning which meant that Marley stayed with us while I tried to read.
- She was good for about 5 minutes, and then the next 2 minutes she would attempt to bite my watch off of my arm. Then we were start the process over again-good dog and crazy dog. I managed fairly well for a while-then I just finished early and called our reading time over.
- The kids then started on their school work. There aren't many weeks left of school, and I'm trying to cram everything that I can in these next few weeks, but I'm balancing with that with we are all just tired and need a break.
- Campbell and Graham went to work this afternoon. Graham went to help set up some things so he was gone most of the time, while Campbell was busy working. And this was a big day for Whitman-he got his braces.
- I didn't think that he would get braces at this appointment, but I was wrong. We were there for a super long time, so I knew it must be happening today. He looks super cute with them, plus they are not yet bothering him.
- While we were there, Reagan was busy working on her summer plans-her original plans have fallen through so she is scrambling. I think that she will be fine without working too much, but I know that she really wanted to work at a camp this summer so we shall see where she ends up.
- On the way home, Whitman and I stopped at Sonic which took forever. Then we made chicken and rice bowls for supper-it was a super easy meal which we ate most of. Now Robby and I are sitting on the couch watching some tv-we are actually binge watching a show so we shall see how late we actually stay up though my eyes have kind of been closing a little bit.
April 19, 2026
- This morning the girls were off to church first because Campbell had worship care. The rest of us arrived next. Church was normal this morning, though Campbell had to leave Sunday school early because she had to babysit at 12.
- After church we headed to Grannymom's house to eat lunch and had baked spaghetti. After visiting for a bit, we headed home. Right after we got home Graham, Keaton, and Whitman headed to Collide Night. They did have to pick up the people from different houses on the way.
- This afternoon Robby changed the oil on the camper and camper generator. While he was working outside, I was working on my list for the week and addressing invitations (for a bridal brunch I'm helping throw; graduation invites are coming soon though.)
- When Campbell made it home from babysitting, she headed to Rock Creek for church. By this time the others were heading home. Graham left soon after getting home so he could go to volleyball with his buddies.
- The rest of us headed to the Wilsons' house for supper. We were there for a while before heading home to start the saddest part of the week-Monday!
April 18, 2026
- It was an early morning for all of us here. I was the first one awake and had my shower before everyone else stirred. Graham, Robby, and I left first to head to Ouachita for Graham's early registration.
- Keaton, Campbell, and Whitman left next for Raymar. Today was the second week of games. I didn't know that the games started at 8 this week, but the girls and Whitman arrived right at 8 so it was all good.
- Campbell and Whitman each worked the concession stand for 2 hours, and Keaton worked for one hour. She also reffed 3 games today, and I think that the weather was pretty rainy messy all the day long. When Campbell and Whitman finished, they headed home for a little bit.
- On our way to Arkadelphia, we stopped at McDonalds for a little breakfast. When we made it, there was an opening program which we did miss a few minutes of because we were in a long line to check in.
- Then Graham went to register while Robby and I went to a short reception. Then Robby and I were supposed to go to a meeting, but we skipped. I never was one to skip classes or really anything, but this is our second year to skip the parent meeting (we went the first year.)
- Then we caught up with Reagan in the cafeteria. I had some hot chocolate while we waited on Graham. Before he showed up though, Anderson met us for a bit. When Graham did arrive, Robby and I ate with him.
- After our lunch, we went to look at the boys' dorm rooms. Then we also went to see Anderson's room and take a few notes on what I need to be buying for Graham. Back in Bryant, we met Campbell to get gas for the cars, and she and Robby went to eat a late lunch.
- Graham and I went to pick up Keaton. When we came home, I think that we all took naps. Keaton and my naps were pretty short while Graham slept for 4 hours. I started work on tonight's food-Reagan and a few of her friend's came over after their formal. We offered up a brownie bar and had brownies, ice cream, and all of the toppings.
- Campbell and Keaton were babysitting so they missed out on some of the fun, but the Wilsons came over to help eat some of our brownie bar.
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