Summer Ending, Let the Fall Begin...

Well, I haven't posted in awhile and summer is almost over. Fall is my favorite time of the year and it is right around the corner. Right now, the family is adjusting to going back to school and trying to get back into a routine. Nothing too exciting. Things are good at the moment and I wouldn't have it any other way! :)

Trent and I are planning to return to the Smoky Mountains this fall. We usually go every year in the fall but we went this summer and was thinking about going somewhere else this fall. However, once we got there we missed it and decided to continue our tradition. On the TTC journey, we are continuing to pray that we have an addition to the family sooner rather than later. Please keep us in your prayers!!! :)

Rest in Peace...

Terry Theophilus Batson

Terry Theophilus Batson of Terre Haute passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2009, in Indianapolis. He was born on March 14, 1950, in Terre Haute, the son of Jesse Batson Sr. and Lucy Wade Perchman. He attended school in the Terre Haute, Vigo County public school system. When health allowed Terry attended St. Paul Baptist Church. Terry was a loving and devoted son, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and nephew. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.Terry leaves fond memories to be cherished by his mother; son, Theophilus Batson of Terre Haute; daughters, Devon Batson of Terre Haute and Terea Batson of Cleveland; sister, Darlene Harris; granddaughters, Paris and Marsha Batson; grandson, Cincere Cottom; aunts and uncles, Margaret Billings, Gwendolyn (William) Smith and Squier Gordon, and a host of nieces, nephew, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by is father; a sister, De'Sheer Harris; and brothers, Jesse M. Batson Jr. and Forrest William "Bill" Batson. Funeral services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 1000 S. 15th St. Calling hours are 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the church. Interment will be in Stewart Lawn Cemetery. Russell Funeral Home assisted with the arrangements.

Las Vegas 2009...

Here are some of the pictures from Las Vegas...

Happy First Anniversary!

Well, I still can't believe that it has been a year since Trent and I got married. Time has flown by!!! I am sitting here writing this blog at 12:45 am. We have to get up in a little more than an hour because our flight to Las Vegas leaves early. We are celebrating our anniversary with a trip to Vegas...Viva Las Vegas! :) I am sure we will have fun but I know that I am going to be tired this morning! UGH! I will post more once we are in Vegas.

Surgery Update...

Okay, so it has been over a month since I last posted. On April 1st, I had a diagnostic laproscopy surgery because my OB/GYN and I wanted to know "what we were working with." He said by the end of the surgery we would our results and know which path to take whether it would be to start ovary stimulation medication or IVF. He decided to use the DaVinci robot during the surgery because he said that it would provide less pain, faster recovery time, and it would be more precise which would help maximize my chances.

On Wednesday, I was really anxious because I was definitely hoping for the best but as many of you know...the other outcome is always there in the back of your mind. The surgery itself wasn't too bad although I wasn't expecting to have as much pain as I do. When I got out of surgery, my OB/GYN said that I had some scar tissue which he removed, a cyst or two in my uterus, and a small cyst on my ovary. He said that everything looked great!!! I was SO relieved. He said the next step was that in 4-6 weeks we would start Clomid and FSH injections. He said "don't be surprised if you end up pregnant with twins!!!" LOL Of course, I am ready for anything. I am hoping this process doesn't take months or even years because my DH and I are ready for a healthy baby. However, I will be patient because I know when it is our time...it will happen.

Everything is going well. Still a little sore (yes, even after a week and a half.) However, I am ready for the next 3-5 weeks to fly by so we can start Clomid and the FSH injections. I am ready to get this process started! :) Hope everyone is doing well! ((HUGS))

Life in General...

Okay, so I have decided to take a few small steps to change my life for the better. Six days ago, I decided to cut out one of my favorite things...Mountain Dew. Then I thought...why stop there? I decided to cut out one of my other favorite things, which is sweets. I have been married almost ten months and it has been so amazing but I have also put on a little weight. I decided that now is the best time to start taking better care of myself. On April 1st, I am having surgery to "check out my insides" as I like to think of it to see if there is anything unhealthy going on inside. Trent and I hope to start a family soon so my physician wants to make sure that everything is "normal." I keep telling myself that I want to be the healthiest I can before my surgery so that if everything goes well...we can start trying right away. I am ready to be a mother!!! :)

As for the rest of my life, things are good. My job is good, school is good, and my family is great. My sister is doing so much better. She looks AMAZING and I can't wait for April to get here so I can go with her to New York City to watch her perform at Lincoln Center. I am such a proud BIG SIS!!! Then, in May...Trent and I are going to Las Vegas for our first anniversary. I know that a lot of exciting things are going to happen here shortly so I want to be in the best shape possible.

I will keep you posted on my progress! Thanks for checking-in..... ;)

My Thissy Update...

Okay, so a picture says a thousand words!!! Thanks to everyone for the thoughts and prayers for my sister, Mandy. She is now up and around but still has a long road to recovery. I was sent this picture tonight of her which I must say that I am totally pleased that she is out and about because when I was there this past weekend, she could barely get out of bed. Prayers work wonders!!! :) I am so glad that she is feeling better and I am trying to decide whether to go back to Nashville, TN this weekend to see her again. It broke my heart to leave her and I know tomorrow will be a hard day for her because tomorrow my Mom plans on leaving her to come home. Keep the prayers coming and thanks in advance!!!

My Thissy....

As most of you know, my sister had to have major surgery. It was an elective surgery but it is going to take some time before she makes a full recovery. I am here in Nashville, TN with my Mom to help her for the weekend. My Mom has been here for a week and plans on staying for at least another four to five days. My grandparents will be here on Wednesday to take her to her next appointment. I will have to admit that my sister looks totally different. I know that once she is not in pain and somehwat back to her normal self...she will be really happy with everything. I know she is a trooper and is a lot stronger than I could ever be.

Right now, we are just having "family bonding time." :) We can't really go anywhere but it is nice to be able to just see her for myself and know that she is ok! I am so tired (even after sleeping for 10 hours) because I got up at 5:30 am, went to work till about 4:00 pm, then drove 5 hours to Nashville, TN...so I am a little exhausted. :(

Well, I need to get off here to help my Thissy! Oh, you might be asking why I call her "Thissy?" It is a hilarious story that I will try to share later with you. It is one of those stories that you can't forget once it happened and ever since...we have called each other "Thissy!!!" :)

A Gift For Me, Nintendo Wii...

Okay, so I guess I just rhymed! LOL Anyway, so I was never really into the whole "Nintendo Wii" hype. Then...I realzied how fun the Wii Fit might be. So, I broke down and bought myself a Wii. Not for my husband, or step-children, but for ME!!! LOL :) Yes, I even found a place that had the Wii Fit in stock (they seem to be out everywhere.) I am now just waiting on it to arrive. I even bought the Jillian Michaels Fitness Ultimatum 2009 game for the Wii Fit. Supposedly, she is like a personal trainer and will get you in shape. I guess only time will tell.... ;)

Ever since Trent and I have been together, I have slowly been gaining weight. I have put on about 35 pounds since then and I am ready to get it off. I have always been an athletic, active person but I see myself slowly becoming a homebody who studies, works, and spends time with her family. However, I need to start exercising more. I am going to break out the treadmill and the Wii fit and hopefully get myself back into shape. What are my vices you might ask? Well, sweets and Mt. Dew. Yep, that's it! Not smoking, drinking, or anything illegal! LOL Just plain old sweets and pop. I know that I can do this but I just have to become motivated. I know that once I start seeing some results, it will be worth it. I have never really dieted before so this is all new to me. I am just ready to be healthier and start living a healthier life, know what I mean? Well, cross your fingers for me! I am definitely going to need it! :)