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Daddy & Brody 

Daddy & Gracie 

Daddy & Madi saying "Pretty"

We rang in the 10pm hour on New Year's Eve with the babies at home. They were so excited to be outside enjoying roasted marshmellows, fourwheeler riding, and partying the night away while sipping apple juice! Those little party animals of ours!!

pictures from the parent/ child dedication

Here are pictures from our dedication we did back in October at church. The kids have grown so much since then especially Gracie Grace :) 

Happy New Year!!!

What a year it has been! It has been full of many ups and many downs but looking back at the entire year, I must say, we've done well over all. We are all happy, healthy, and successful in our own rights. It is insane at how time passes. I feel like just yesterday we were celebrating the kids' first birthday and here we are and it's been 6 months. Time always bothers me. I always try to really live in the moment, make each day very special with my kids, and even though they are still very young, create memories and traditions. Time is one of the most important things to Ricky and I. We are both very pleased with him working nights because he can spend more time with us. It is very important to have both of us involved with our family.

Merry Christmas!

Love,

Ricky & Krista

Brody, Gracie, & Madi 

Count down...

We are just a couple days away from Christmas now... I still am in shock at how fast this year went by!

So HAPPY!

Remember back to September 7th when I shared my new change the world post? If not, here is a run down... We love our Pediatrician and the staff. We totally trust Dr. Leach 100% but there was one bad thing about going to his office, they had no handicap accessible door. After going to battle with the door to fit our over 5 foot stroller through it for a year, I had enough. So I had to contact Texas Children's Hospital's main office, the staff at our Pediatrician's office, and the owner of the buildings. At first the owner didn't really care but I quickly pointed out that there were laws to protect and give rights to those that are handicapped.

Christmas week!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I've read 4 books since Thursday night. I found myself not knowing what to do with the time on my hands that is usually used for school. It's 1am on Monday morning. I stayed up to check out my mini term Government class that stared at midnight. The class is 21 days. I've taken a mini term before and loved it because they compacted the class down to the important stuff and you still got full credit as long as you passed the course. Well, to my horrific discovery, this professor feels like we should do an entire 5 month course load in 21 days. There are a total of 50 assignments due! Looks like a busy 21 days ahead.

Brody Bear

Saturday was a big day for Brody man. He pulled himself up to a stand in his crib for the very first time. You may be asking yourself how we would know that he did this if he was in his crib, in his room, suppose to be asleep. Well, the answer is we were very aware when he started screaming because he fell out of his crib. And I thought he would be scared for life and never want to stand again but luckily, he stood again in Gracie's crib tonight during story time. Looks like Daddy will be lowering two cribs Sunday.
It may be incredibly slow progress but they are making it!

Krista

Done for the year!

Today was our last specialist appointment for the year. It feels so great not to do the long drive to the Medical Center.
Gracie had the appointment today. Ricky and I do not feel it is appropriate to share what is going on publicly so our close circle will know if they haven't already.
After Gracie's appointment, she had to have some blood work done. She did so good... she is such a champ!

spare time

I'm finding myself with time on my hands since I've finished up all my classes and waiting on my mini term to start on Monday. It seems so weird! We've been really busy this week so time is going by so fast.

I cannot believe Christmas is 11 days away! Speaking of Christmas, a BIG thank you to my Aunt Judi & Uncle Daryl and Aunt Cathy & Uncle James for sending the kids Christmas money. We went on a family outing to Walmart tonight when Ricky got home from work and bought them some really cool stuff with that money. The biggest greatest thing was a program called My Baby Can Read. Ricky and I are so excited to start this program with the kids. The rest of the Christmas money was transferred into their growing savings accounts which we are very excited to watch grow! It is a huge blessing for their future! 

And of course I can never stop myself when at any store when it comes to the kids. We bought a horn that goes on a bike (because Madi loves to honk them), a bouncy ball that lights up, two whistles, and some little sensory thing I really can't explain :)

Don't stop believing

Today started off really bad. We woke up late, 7:19 had to be downtown at 8 for the Neurologist. Didn't get there until 8:45. Thankfully they still took us. Had a good appointment, went to leave and didn't have my wallet. I just knew it must had fallen out and everything was lost! I wanted to throw up the whole way home! Got home and discovered my wallet on the counter!! WHOO HOO!
School is finished and I had all my grades but one class. The class has been so hard because you had to use a specific software and everyone in the class was having problems with it. Last week I had to do the entire class over for a Saturday deadline because everyone's work was gone. To top it all off, I couldn't do the last 4 assignments because the software wouldn't allow it. So I was so stressed out just knowing I was going to fail the class and it wasn't even in my control. I was sick about this for days! Sunday I found out I had a 72 average which was terrible but today after everything including my final was graded, I ended up with a 79.65! I am so happy I passed! Now that I passed, I HATE that grade. I wish it was at least a B. Anyway, my first semester back was really difficult. The kids surgeries and Gracie's ER visit really made it more difficult. I'm happy I'm back in school though. My grades were 1 C, 2 B, 1 A.
I laid the kids down around 11:30 for a nap. Gracie was crying her eyes out about 10 minutes into it which is not like her. I waited 5 more minutes before going in to check on her. When I walked in her room I just screamed.... She was standing in her crib!!!!!!! STANDING!!!!! Not kneeling STANDING. She was crying and though there were tears coming down her face, she knew she did it. She did what they say may never be done... At 17.5 months old, Gracie Ann did it! And all by herself on her terms! The progress may be incredibly slow but it's progress. It makes the situations, the accomplishments so much more rewarding. For Madi most everything comes easy but for my other two, they fight so hard, work so hard and it makes everything we do worth it. I know Gracie will walk. I just feel it. Today was a huge step into that direction. Keep on keeping on Gracie Ann... You little fighter! I love it!
Brody seems to be doing really well visually the past couple days. Last night while I was reading their bed time stories he was so excited and loved looking at the pictures. Another reason why I love that time a day with them- although it is a lot of work by myself :)
When we were finished with our 5 bedtime stories last night, I told Madi to give her bubby a kiss and she did!! I told her give sissy a kiss and she did!!! It was so sweet and the very first time she ever did that . I got the girls situated and when Brody and I were leaving, I told the girls "night, night. I love yall" and Madi stood up and said "bye, bye" and waved, then laid down.... How awesome is my life??? BLESSED for sure! Madi is also blowing kisses now. She really is catching on very quickly.

ENT follow up: The doctor said Gracie is his very first case of the surgery to improve the sound of her voice did not work. He showed pictures of where her cord was clearly moved over and said you can't move it any further because you will close her airway. He said he was sorry he couldn't explain why it didn't work. The plan is to do the major surgery when she is 5 and we will look at reevaluating the situation when she is two. In the meantime, we are going to continue working on sign language.

Neurologist follow up: Both Gracie and Brody are delayed but only time will tell. They are not worried that there is fluid on the brain. We will check back in one year.

Tomorrow is Orthopedic and PM&R.

Krista

A picture with Santa

Didn't go so well....

disaster

disaster 

we all had to be in the picture in order for Madi to stop crying... i tried to photo shop myself out but couldn't all the way.

We've been trying to take their pictures in these little outfits since the last week of November for Christmas cards. Notice how you don't have one from us yet?? Well that is because it is next to impossible to get a picture with all three! Anyway, we came home and took 83 pictures (today alone) and finally have one that we used for the cards. I was so relieved since I spent time making all of our cards this year! Took it to Walgreens to have it printed only to have their machine do this weird zoom and cut off the top of Brody's head. The girl at Walgreens couldn't figure it out either... I bought the darn pictures anyway and went home to put them together. So frustrating! Honestly, the cards would have been so cute... whatever! You all should be receiving your Christmas card this week. 

Ricky and I were talking about how much the kids have grown in the past couple weeks. It's really crazy! They've each perfected their fits. Ricky said "these kids wear me out. not physically" and I quickly finished "but emotionally draining" and we both very quickly agreed. This age is a million times harder then this time last year. And it will only get harder. He and I are looking at going away for the weekend sometime at the beginning of the year to recoup. We've had 1 date night when they were 10 months old and were only gone for 2 hours. I want to be able to catch up on some sleep and not have to do our regular routine. Maybe even do something fun too! 

I don't want to sound like we are not thankful for the precious babies because we are. I just think we've not done a good job at balancing out time to recoup and it is finally getting us. 

We took the kids to a birthday party on Saturday. I have a friend in our neighborhood that has triplets that turned 3 Saturday. She held their party at a little gym here in Kingwood. Brody and Gracie were not too sure about it but Madi took off away from us to join the big kids. She really never understands that she isn't 3 or 4 years old. They really enjoyed themselves a lot. We went out to eat after. Let me just say that is now near impossible. All 3 of them were WILD! Wild like when you are out in public and you swear your kids "will never act that way". Let me just say to those who don't have kids yet, don't ever say that. They were not screaming or anything but the mess they make. I feel half bad about leaving like that but secretly I'm happy we are able to leave without cleaning up since I get to clean disasters like that at every. single. meal. 


And because I've figured life isn't crazy enough, I bought $50 worth of Crayolas for $7 at Toys R Us Saturday morning. We are now starting to color. Yep, I've completely lost my mind! I'm starting to worry because they are not in a daycare program and the only downside to that is not getting a consistent curriculum. I want to still be able to teach them skills that they will need to have a head start when starting school. I do think next August we will put them in a preschool program.. not sure how we will pay the $700 per month tuition but we pretty much have to figure it out. My friend with the 3 year old triplets taught her kids to read... they seriously read- read at just now 3! That is so awesome! 


We have a very busy week ahead. Tomorrow we will meet with Gracie's ENT about her surgery not working. Ricky is going with me because we are both very unhappy with the zero results! They also have OT therapy tomorrow. Tuesday Brody and Gracie have an appointment with Neurology. Wednesday Gracie has a follow up with the Orthopedic over her arm/ shoulder issue and Ricky starts his training in Sugarland. Thursday they all have an appointment with Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) and Gracie has her follow up with Genetics. Friday the kids have OT and Brody has VI. See, I said we would be busy.


I'll update with results from the appointments. Please keep us in your prayers as we will be traveling to the Medical Center for all the appointments. Also, Ricky too as he will be driving back in forth from Sugarland Wednesday- Friday. 


Krista 

GO GRACIE!

No one is suppose to hear form me until I'm done with school but GRACIE STOOD IN HER CRIB THE ENTIRE TIME WE READ BOOKS...ALL 4! GO GRACIE GO!!!!!!!!!!!!

Baby it's cold outside!

Finally getting some Christmas weather and I'm loving it!

Today has been such a great day. The kiddos had Occupational Therapy this morning and Brody's OMR teacher came out too. After they left, we headed to the library for story time. I didn't know what to expect so it was a little nerve racking taking them but it was wonderful! The group is for kids 0-18 months. They shake rattles, sing songs, have a story read to them, and play until the end of the "class". They did so well. It was really the first time they have been in a setting like this besides church. Of course we had to check out more books.... Madi made sure of that! We left there and met Meme for lunch. The kids pigged out on chicken nuggets, french fries, and water. We left there and went to Speech Therapy, and then home finally!
The kids are so exhausted they are snoring! Even Madi... WHOO HOO for me!
I realized yesterday that this is my last week of school for this semester. That means tons of test and work. I've got to get busy. There won't be any updates until I'm all finished.
Hope everyone is having a good week. Stay warm!

Krista

Let me help you help me... us... ok, them :)

Do you find yourself laying in bed at night unable to sleep because you really want to get the most adorable triplets something for Christmas but can't think of what???
Well, don't fret! I have the perfect solution....

No joke! The therapist said we needed to get them a table and chairs and since Christmas shopping is done at our house, I hope Santa will load it up in his sled and drop it by! After all, they have been good... for the most part.... sometimes. Only kidding :)
And see it has 4 chairs for that fourth child we might have one day...... KIDDING!!! Just kidding. I'm not totally crazy.
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17 months old!!!!

I may or may not have mentioned two things, that Madi will not take a nap anymore and that she is in LOVE with books! The other two love books too just not like her. Anyway, in order to let the other three (Brody, Gracie & Daddy) sleep, we went for our very first trip to the LIBRARY!!!!

They have this full of card board books- perfect for their age!! 

With all the choices she was squealing with excitement! 

Walking like a big girl as we check out all 43... yes 43 book!

And that nap she thinks she doesn't need.... yep, falling asleep at the dinner table tonight 

Look how smart my babies are!!!! 

MOM, don't you see we are reading here??!!??

Madi sat in Gracie's lap, I told her to get up but she laid back and Gracie put her hand on her, and this is the way they looked at me... And then Madi started telling me her thoughts and Gracie just smiled!

I finally finished decorating... after we read books, we enjoyed the beauty of Christmas... the only lights on were on the tree! They loved it!!

I'm in LOVE with my life.... seriously, it does not get any better than this!!!!! My precious little loves! 

I think we had the perfect day to mark their 17 month of life!!!!!! It just keeps getting better and better! 

Krista 

know your limits

Ok, it's been a couple days...

First off, let me just say that I will take an NG tube over a "button" any day for Brody.... We got his results from his stomach surgery and all is good with everything that was tested. The weird thing is we still don't know why he isn't gaining weight and his stomach gets distended. Ricky and I talked with the doctor about a couple of options and the NG tube and button came up. All of the kids have had an NG tube. It's a tube that goes in at the nose and goes down to the stomach. A button is a surgically placed tube in the stomach that is basically a hole... and it disgusting! The other thing with buttons is kids never get rid of them. The doctors place them in kids saying, "only 6 months- maybe a year" and years later, the kids still have them in, the other thing is the hole can close up, and over all its not very fun to deal with. We know our limits and we won't do it. So, I will happily drop an NG tube every single night, feed him throughout the night, and take it out every morning. But, before we do all that jazz, we will be pushing as many calories as we can through his little body with hopes some weight will stick. We will also be doing a test on his stool to see the fat levels, etc.
In other news.... Mandi is walking around 5 to 6 steps at a time!!! She is in LOVE with her four wheeler and pretty much anything she can get on and ride. And the best thing.... she finally (thank goodness) learned to give kisses with a closed mouth!!! Now with the bad.... the terrible two's have hit this house full force! Oh my! Maybe Brody and Gracie will skip that behavior? Fingers crossed!!!
Brody is doing so well in Speech therapy. He is loving the Christmas tree lights but really loves the choo choo train that goes around it.
Gracie dances all the time. We tell her to work those abs! She is such a hoot!
And what is with them not wanting to take naps??? I'll find Gracie sitting up in her crib laughing with Madi as she stands there laughing back at Gracie... and Brody loves to kick his crib which sounds like someone is knocking our house down. Oh the joys!
2 more weeks of school and I can't wait until it's over! Oh my goodness what a semester it has been!
I'll check back soon.

Krista

and just like that, there was a Christmas tree, a choo choo train, and stockings!!!

Picking out the PERFECT tree :)

Christmas tree with the choo choo train and presents!!! 

Our stockings that I love so much!!! And our names turned out so good!!
(still need to decorate the mantle) 

Movie night (last night)

It's officially CHRISTMAS time at our house!!!

Such a wonderful day!

We had such a great day with our family.

For starters......

I'm 1 million % sure there is no cuter 16 month old babies than these little dolls! 

And my favorite moments of the day.....

I can't explain how much Kelsey and Brooke (my brother's daughters) love my babies. Those are Kelsey's triplets and seriously, any time we see them they are giving the kids stuff... anything. They always want to hold them and give kisses, etc. They really love my kiddos and it is a blessing! I love that my kids will have best friends with Brooke and Kelsey and no matter what, those girls will defend my kids to no end! That is family and I love it! We are now proud owners of two pink four wheelers :) Another plus to having cousins that are just a few years older :) 

We saw Meme and Papa for a brief little while. The kids didn't have a nap all day because of all the excitement so that was really fun towards the end...

Anyway, all in all it was a good day! 

Now it's officially CHRISTMAS!!!!!!!!!! I'm so excited for Christmas for the kids.

AND... for the big news......

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........... MADI IS WALKING NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 

It kind of breaks mine and Ricky's hearts because she and they are growing up so fast but we are so proud of her and what a WONDERFUL Thanksgiving gift! 

GO MADI!!!! We are so PROUD of you!!! And to think, Thanksgiving last year she was on oxygen and had an apnea monitor. You go girl! 

And no Thanksgiving day is complete without watching Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Day show! (the picture is way blurry but you get the point) 

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

24 days of things I'm thankful for! 

Day 24: Today Ricky and I have so much to be thankful for. The major thing is that we are all here together as our little big family. Last year, Ricky was out of state working in PA and Brody was still in the NICU. I think I was numb that day. The girls and I ended up celebrating with our friends/ neighbors because Meme wound up sick. That day Ricky and I promised to never be away from each other and our kids on a holiday again. We also promised we would celebrate holidays how we wanted to. After all, that is what the holidays are about. It's not rushing through visits because you have a million people to see. It's about letting our children be kids and creating memories that will last forever. It might not work for everyone but it works for us. We are not "average" by any means. So, today I am thankful for a complete heart. May you enjoy your friends and family and remember what this day is really about. THANKSgiving. I also can't help but think about my dad on this day. How I wish he were here. 

Happy Thanksgiving! 

Love,

Ricky & Krista

Brody, Gracie & Madi  

have a thankful heart

24 days of things I'm thankful for! 

Day 23: I am thankful for this blog. It really will be a priceless "baby book" for my kiddos. I'm also thankful for each and every person that visits us here with good intentions. Thank you all so much for the support! 

"Even though we can't have all we want, we ought to be thankful we don't get what we deserve."

24 days of things I'm thankful for! 

Day 22: Today I am thankful for the wrapped Christmas presents waiting to be under our Christmas tree, that I found a embroidery place for the kids other gifts, that all of our healthy meals are cooked for the week, and that Ricky is only working 2 more days this week!! I love the holidays and all the PTO that comes with it!! 

a quick update

A couple of days ago, Madi got her first car. She was so excited but her daddy was even more excited for her.

Since receiving her new car, she has taken Gracie for a ride, right beside her, and Brody rode in the trunk. Lets just say it is a big hit around here.

Ricky said Gracie pulled up on one of their toys and stood up on both feet. I'm not sure if I believe that yet... I'll have to see it for myself. 

Brody man hasen't been feeling well the past week or so. His tummy is really bothering him. I look forward to meeting with the doctor next week to see what the biopsies show. 

I only have a couple weeks left of school... well until the class of Christmas break starts. I'm looking forward to having this semester behind me. It's been really hard to stay focused with all the things we've had going on with the kids' health. 

hard day of playing :) 

Brody is the only one that knows whats about to happen " I don't know why yall are smiling and laughin' cause we are in trouble!!"  :) 

Everything to know about me, Is written on this page, The number you can reach me, My social and my age, Yes I served in the army, It's where I learned to shoot, Eighteen months in the desert, Pourin' sand out of my boots, No I've never been convicted of a crime, I could start this job at any time. I got a strong back, Steel toes, I rarely call in sick, A good truck, What I don't know I catch on real quick, I work weekends, If I have to, Nights and holidays, Give you 40, And then some, Whatever it takes, Three dollars and change at the pump, Cost of livin's high and goin' up, I put Robert down as a reference, He's known me all my life, We attend the same church, He introduced me to my wife, Gave my last job everything, Before it headed south, Took the shoes off my children's feet, The food out of their mouths, Yesterday my folks offered to help, But they're barely getting by themselves, I'm sure a hundred others have applied, Rumor has it you're only takin' five, I got a strong back, Steel toes, I'm handy with a wrench, There's nothing I can't drive, Nothing I can't fix, I work sun-up to sun- down, Ain't too proud to sweep the floors, Bank has started calling, And the wolves are at my door, Three dollars and change at the pump, Cost of livin's high and goin' up

24 days of things I'm thankful for! 

Day 21: I am thankful for Ricky's job that has amazing benefits and has remained stable through this horrible economy.  *This post title is the song "Cost of Livin' by Ronnie Dunn. I encourage you all to listen to it. It will really change your outlook on things. As the holidays approach, please keep families that are without jobs and struggling financially in your prayers. Let me make it clear: there is a difference from struggling and choosing that lifestyle so they can get hand me outs. We have men and women that serve our country, sacrificing their lives, only to come home and not be able to find a job. It is extremely sad. I love this song so much because it shows the real American family and the Dad really wanting to work... no hand outs. So, keep these people in your thoughts as you sit down to a feast on Thanksgiving day. They most likely will be eating soup out of a cup. I could not imagine the thought of not being able to provide for our children. It is so sad. 

"Take also unto thee Wheat, and Barley, and beans, and lentils, and millet, and Spelt, and put them in one vessel, and make bread of it" Ezekiel 4:9

24 days of things I'm thankful for! 

Day 20: I am thankful for Kim Fuller. She is a Personal Trainer and has taken me and Ricky under her wing with nutrition. This is huge motivation! I'm so excited! By the way, this Bible verse, Ezekiel 4:9 is also the bread we now eat! How cool is that?!?!

Day 19: I am thankful that Ricky and I are celebrating our 6th wedding anniversary today. Marriage is the second hardest thing I've ever done, (The first being a mom) but I couldn't see it any other way! 

But you just smile and take my hand, You've been there you understand, It's all part of a grander plan that is coming true, Every long lost dream led me to where you are, Others who broke my heart they were like Northern stars, Pointing me on my way into your loving arms, This much I know is true, That God blessed the broken road, That led me straight to you

24 days of things I'm thankful for! 

Day 19: I am thankful that Ricky and I are celebrating our 6th wedding anniversary today. Marriage is the second hardest thing I've ever done, (The first being a mom) but I couldn't see it any other way! 

Day 18: Today I am thankful for the monster n laws. The only thing they've ever done right in their entire lives was to have Ricky!  Thank you for being ugly, mean, hurtful thorns because I got my rose! 

Day 17: I am thankful I had the dad that I did. I'm thankful that my parents were married until the day my dad passed away, and I'm thankful that I learned from mistakes and success from my dad. Although he passed away way too young, at least I knew him and knew how much he loved me. He would work from sun up until sun down. I don't know how he did it. His work ethic was like no other. Thanksgiving was his favorite holiday. I miss him more than anyone could imagine! 

Day 16: I am thankful for mine and my family's health. Thank you Lord! 

Day 15: I am thankful for my Meme. I've talked to her almost every single day of my life since I could pick up a phone. She was the first one to let me drive (at age 3), then drive by myself when Papa wasn't suppose to know :) and then there were and still are our laughs... when we couldn't stop laughing and it would drive Papa crazy! She for sure has the Meme job down great and even the Mom job! I've learned so much from her, most importantly how to be a strong women in this world. And I am so thankful my kids have her. You are one in a million Meme, we love you so much! 

Day 14: I am thankful for the simple moments in life. Staying home in our pj's and creating memories with our children are my favorite things to do these days. Heck, I go days without ever leaving the house. Prior to kids it never happened, we were always going somewhere.  

Day 13: I am thankful that my babies are growing. I stare at them at night while they sleep and am amazed out how much they've grown in 16 months. It is a true gift. 

Day 12: I am thankful for the little things like: Brody saying momma 100x throughout the day, Gracie's smile, Madi's laughing/ squealing, our puppy dog, and how Ricky and I annoy each other on purpose :) 

Day 11: I am thankful Ricky and I make up our own rules for what family is suppose to be and that it works for us and our babies. 

Day 10: I am so very thankful that I was forced to be a stay at home mom because the kids can't be in daycare. It is the hardest thing/ job I will ever do but oh my gosh at how rewarding too! 

Day 9: I am thankful that I am able to attend school. 

Day 8: I am so thankful I know God. 

Day 7: I'm thankful I live in America.

Day 6: I'm thankful that we have a house with water and electricity. I realize how lucky we are that we have food to eat everyday and also realize so many don't have basic necessities 

Day 5: I'm thankful for the family and friends that support us day in and day out without restrictions! 

Day 4: I am thankful for a man I met 8 years ago who became my husband 6 years ago this month! We've been through a lot in 8 years but I really believe through the good and bad we are meant to be. 
Day 3: I am thankful for a feisty little firecracker named Madilynn Faith Patton that entered my life on Thursday, July 1, 2010 at 9:11pm and acts the same way as she did in my tummy.... wild!

Day 2: I am thankful for a little miracle named Gracie Ann Patton that entered my life on Thursday, July 1, 2010 at 9:11pm and proved to everyone in her life including the doctors that God is real.
Day 1: I am thankful for a little boy named Brody Gerald Patton that entered my life on Thursday, July 1, 2010 at 9:11pm and gave me and his daddy a little cry at birth!

I have so much to be thankful for that I could list one new thing every day for the rest of my life.

What are you thankful for?

Here is something to think about..
What if you woke up tomorrow with only the things you thanked God for the day before???

Krista