The proud artist showing yet another true testament to her incredible talent. Her father would be soooo proud, maybe even jealous of his daughters talent. I think it bears a slight resemblence to the artist herself. She, however disagrees.
The new play area right next to the stairs. The castle sits right next to the stairs, just to give you an idea of the size.
This is by the electrical box. This area now has 4 new shelving units with all my stuff. The paints and trim are sitting on the other side that you can not see. We are thinking one more set of shelves to get them up off the floor and for storing Brads stuff. Boy, I guess I have alot of stuff. I have actually gotten rid of alot of old baby toys and still working on clearing some stuff out. A long ongoing process.
This is the area that will be Dalton's room, that previously was the play area. Now the play area sits right next to this on the same side of the basement. The kids think the new play area is smaller, although after looking at the carpet area and were the stairs begin, they will actually have more. We told them to give it time and see it when it is done. This will be the biggest room Dalton has ever had. He is excited.
A good Valentines for all. I was spoiled by a wonderful man. Brad outdid himself. I was thinking I would probably get a card and that would have been enough. However, Brad is not only smart and has good character, but knows how to treat a woman right on Valentines. Thank you Brad for giving me a wonderful Valentines. We will also be doing a Valentines dinner out at Logan's courtesy of my wonderful parents.
The kids have also had a good Valentines. Candy from their mother and grandma Mckee in addition to $5 each from grandma. As you can see, TJ enjoyed his party. Up above you can see him in a heated game of Family Fued. Their team came in second and the class loved playing the game. A good weekend for all.
The time has arrived. The state has given Nikki permission to drive a vehicle. Fortunately, she may only drive with a licensed adult over 21, of her mothers choosing. Not only are Brad, Uncle Jeff and Grandma Mckee on there, but of course, grandma and grandpa Boyd, when they return from the supposed hell hole. They are not required, but are welcome to take me up on the offer. Good luck in driving with your granddaughter. Won't that be different.
She is driving, Yikes! She has driven for a second time now and brought this home with her. She did better out on the country roads and only had the instructor hit the brakes a few times. She seems to sound more confident about her skills. This little paper gives me and another liscensed adult legal permisssion to drive with her. Fortuneatly, Brad has volunteered his time to help me with this project. Were did the time go, REALLY. Sometimes I think it wouldn't be so bad to go backwards instead of forwards. I do realize she is growing up and ultimately I trust she will do well and make her dad and I proud.
This is the very impressive present from Brad to the kids. It put all of us in tears at the time of receiving it. A truly thoughtful present from Brad. He truly cared about Ted and has yet again shown what a wonderful person he is. This was also made by Ted's cousin DJ, Ted's Uncle Ron a good friend of Ted's that worked with him for years and a close family friend, Ron's brother. They all felt privledged and to do this for Ted's kids because they also loved Ted. It is truly one of those special presents that will have meaning for generations to come. Thank you Brad from the kids and I.
