Quirks Tag

6 Quirky things about you.

• Rules: Thank the person who tagged you and mention these rules on your blog.
• Tell 6 UNSPECTACULAR Quirks about yourself and tag 6 fellow bloggers.

Thanks Heidi!!

1. I have had 5 kids and only one epidural. NOT by my choice. Allie and Emma were born in Montana and they didn't do epidurals at that hospital. Jackson we got to the hospital to late. Reuben the anetheologist didn't make it in time. Nora was the winner we knew it was the last chance so they gave me the epidural almost before I was in pain!!
2. I hate the dark. If I have to go outside and I am alone I will run. If someone is around I have to control myself and do a brisk walk. The light is soooo much better.
3. I pride myself in being able to do little girls hair but can't comb my boys hair to save my life! Lloyd often re-combs the boys hair after my attempt. :0
   
4. I can't stand having my fingernails painted (other than clear polish) but love having my toe nails painted.
5. I love to be barefoot. Thus in the summer I spend hours using a pumice stone on my feet so they don't crack and hurt.
6. I have to be on time. Lloyd always jokes that if I am not 5 minutes early then I'm late.
   

I tag: Tiffany, Ann, Janeal, Jake, Janette, Kelli and anyone else who reads this

Perspective

Since the first part of August I have been hearing:
"You've done your share, things can't get worse."
Then something else would happen.
Sometime comical some heartbreaking!
Then today a dear friend posted this:

After fiery plane crash, a sister is held even closer

I remember hearing about this on the news.
That was another family and I had my own problems.
Then I found out, I knew people related to them.
A little closer to home....
Things can always get worse...
Sometimes we all need to be carried....
We all need prayers...
We all need family...
Our understanding is limited...
Heavenly Father's understanding is eternal...
Thanks Ann for helping me to think about my Perspective!

Emma's Baptism

Emma's very special day was last Saturday. She was able to be baptized by her dad.






Ms. Schroeder is Emma's school teacher. She said she felt honored to be invited to such a special day.





Even the boys made it through the day. Thank-you to all the friends who came to be our family. I know family would have loved to have been here if it would have been possible.

Wow!!

So, today as I was taking a nap and my phone kept ringing and I didn't answer. When I get up I have a message from a friend who moved a couple year ago. I love hearing from friends. Another message is from our asthma/immunology doctor for Reuben. I just saw him last week and Reuben had a great visit. I call him back, he left for a satellite office. He calls me back within a few minutes. What does he want?? He just wanted to know if I was okay and if Lloyd was okay. He wanted to let me know he knows we are good parents who want the best for our kids. The media will do there thing but it doesn't change his opinion of us. If either Lloyd or I need to talk to please call or come in because he would like to do whatever he can to help us. Finally, he will call back in a couple months to check on us. WOW!! There really are great people out there.

Media Links...not for feel good reading

Judge orders father in Ypsilanti Township Taser incident to stand trial
Father Stunned By Taser Will Stand Trial
Father Stunned With Taser

Losing the Battle to Win the War

We had our pre-trial hearing today. Two things had to be proved: 1 That a crime (resisting, obstructing or assaulting a police officer) was committed and 2 That Lloyd was potentially the person who committed the crime. This does not have to be without a doubt and what the police officer says could be enough. The police officer involved was the only witness called today. Based on her testimony the judge ruled to "bound" Lloyd over. This means we will go to pre-trial on Nov. 19 at 1:00 p.m. Our lawyer was able to cross-examine the police officer and we feel there were some inaccuracies in the testimony when compared with the police cruzer video and the police report. Also, Ann Arbor News, was there today with a camera. I'm assuming a story will be running in tomorrows paper.

More Media...

I guess this is our 15 minutes of fame... I only wish it were for something else.
I laughed when I read this one... I don't even know who this is
A Single Stupid Coercive Premise
I didn't see the media on Wednesday but apparently they still found out
Hearing delayed for father who was Tasered by deputy

Gratitude

So many blessings...... (In no specific order)
Family
A dad that does bedtime
A house to live in
Innocence of a baby
Food to eat
Relief Society
Friends who care
Prayers
Bed to sleep in
Clean Laundry
Healthy Kids
Scriptures
Formula
Marriage
Extended Family
Smiles of kids
Cars that run
Gospel
Employment
Telephones
Internet
Education
Repentance
Life &
Hugs
Just thought I would share a few of our blessings on my mind this morning.

Not so perfect life....

So, most of you realize I have made our blog private. I was determined to not post anything until life got better. Then I was thinking maybe it is good for others to know life isn't always perfect in the blogging world. I'm not blogging this for pity but we will accept prayers. You really need to read all three reports to know the truth is somewhere mixed in with the untruths.

Deputy zaps dad with stun gun during confrontation over lost boy at park
Father Stunned With Taser While Reclaiming Lost Child
Deputies Taser Man Who 'Lost Control'

So, what have I learned......

• Sometimes life really stinks
• The church is true and amazing people step in to make life a little more tolerable.
• Everyone makes mistakes
• What a blessing it is to be alive and have our family together!!

Today's update: We were at court for a pre-trial hearing. Our attorney ask us if we would mind delaying a week. I can't explain it but it really felt like the right thing to do, so we will be back in court next week.