Celebrating life

If some of you do not know, my mom received a phone call from the Lawrence Police Department on Tuesday March 17th, my Uncle Terry had been found dead in his residence. Uncle Terry was my moms closest family member. He passed away (what we know) 3 days after his 54th birthday. They say he most likely went into a diabetic coma. My mom seems to think he had a heart attack. Both of her parents died from heart disease at their young age of 54

Uncle Terry was a well known person. He did a lot of interior design and a lot of yard work. I was amazed at how many of his neighbors showed their respect over the weekend. Not only neighbors but many many people from his work (he worked at Dick's Sporting Goods - the warehouse).

Uncle Terry was liked by everyone. He worked hard for everything he had. He was close to his family. He is going to be missed dearly by many many people.

We love you Uncle Terry - Rest in Peace.

My Uncle Terry's dad, my Aunt Tammy, Uncle Larry (his twin brother), Aunt Carolyn, and Aunt Sandy

This is my Uncle Larry and my mom

Just getting started

So, a very good friend of mine inspired me to create a blogspot. Not that I have a life as interesting as hers or anything but thought the idea was great to let friends I do not talk to as much keep up to date on what we have been doing with ourselves.

Until I do something exciting I will let you know what upcoming events I have to be excited about. First, I must say that we are getting ready to go on our first vacation as a family to Disney World. We are leaving on March 28th, so several pictures will be coming when I get back (on my wonderful new camera my husband just bought me).

Another thing I'm excited about is....well, its almost time for baseball & softball to start for Zackery and Katie (as soon as we get back from Florida), which means its spring! There is nothing I love more than to watch my kids play sports and they both do great at it. This season also brings rides on the motorcycle. I love to just ride with my husband, we dont have to have a destination, we just get on and go where the bike takes us. It is so peaceful. I must say that some of the greatest people ride motorcycles!

Something I'm not so excited about is school, "yes...I'm still trying to get through school". I am working toward my Masters Degree in Healthcare Management. I will not be done until July 2010. I know time will go by pretty quick, it just seems like it is never going to end.

But other than that, I am the happiest person around. Sometimes I wish I could spend more time with friends who mean a lot to me, but I realize that with life situations, some having kids, and jobs and so on it is not always possible, but I really wish (and I think I'm going to make it happen) we can all get together and do it at least 4 times a year!

So, keep posted (if you want), as I will be sharing my wonderful life with you all (well parts I feel like sharing)