My Precious Little Caleb!!

My son never seizes to amaze me. Even at nine years old he has the heart and compassion of a 30+ year old. I always look forward to our conversations and our 1 on 1 time when I get home from work each day. No matter how bad a day I'm having Caleb can read me well and fix all troubles w/ his big smile and his warming hugs.

Today, he called me at work to say hi then ask me if I would like to meet his Mema and him for lunch since he had a day off from school. In his next breath he asked for his Aunt Christina phone # so he could call her and ask her if she and Calvin would like to join us. To me this was the sweetest thing he could have done and it makes me know that he thinks about spending extra time w/ me when he can. Although friends and ballgames take priority most times, deep down he proves to me everyday he's my little boy. I love you Caleb.

TTST Debut

Today was Caleb's first game w/ the Teutopolis Traveling Soccer Team (TTST), there team name is Teutopolis Sting. It was a very interesting game to say the least. I feel our children were a lot less knowledgeable of this sport than I thought they were. They're very green behind the ears but I know w/ time they will get it together and start kicking some major but. They played very hard this afternoon but even w/ the score of 8-0 the never got down on themselves and kept pushing forward w/ all they had. We were able to score 1 goal in the 4th quarter, leaving the final score: Sacred Heart 8, TTown Sting 1. So we didn't get skunk :-) I will give it to Sacred Heart though, they were coached very well and the children were very good.

Caleb's next game is on Sunday, Oct 4th in Vandalia at 4pm. Anyone who is interested in going let me know and we can try to carpool.

Better Day...

Today I woke up w/ a much more positive outlook on life. I can't control what everyone else does I just need to find a way to comfortably deal w/ them. I tend to be an over-reactor when it comes to things not going as planned. I'm really going to try very hard in the future to stay relaxed, as long as I'm in the right and Matt and Caleb are in the right, I have no concerns or worries about how or what everyone else is doing or not doing. I just need to find me again and I feel this is where I should start and see where it takes me.

To Better Days Ahead :-)

The BIGGER Person!

Have you ever gotten tired of being the BIGGER person? Well I can tell you from experience that I'm 100% sick of it!!!! I'm soooo tired of people in my family hurting my feelings, talking about my "confidential" information, and just completely being disregard to my feelings. I'm only human and God bless my husband for trying to install better qualities of self control in me within our last 5yrs of marriage. I'm by all means not perfect BUT I think I control most of my situations very well.

Last night I found out from a VERY close family member that she told someone else confidential information about our life. WHAT!!!! Seriously, how does this happen? You are family, blood is thicker than water. We should always count on you to have our backs not expose them!!!! I'm sorry but if Matt or I confide in you then I EXPECT you to keep it between us!!!!

At some point I really wish that things can be reconciled but right now I am way too upset/hurt over this person complete disregard to our personal information. I just don't feel this person is thinking of the full picture in our situation. Even w/ as much as I'm trying to include everyone it still has its disappointments and to have more let down on family ends, it makes it 100 times harder to deal w/!!!!

Basically to all that care, if you can't keep what I tell you in confidence, I don't want to speak w/ you anymore!!

Remembering 9/11

A day to remember all the days of my life. I will always remember what I was doing and where I was at when our country became the victim of terror. No words can be spoken to take away the pain in every American on that dreadful day. Whether you were physically involved in the disaster or sitting at work or home watching everything playout, seemingly in slow motion on the television, feeling paralyzed, and numb.



Today we remember all the lost, physically wounded, and emotionally scarred from our tragedy. On this day, September 11th 2008, the seventh anniversary of the attack on America, our hearts go out to all the families of the victims now and always. I can only hope that one day we find and return the pain induced favor to Osama Bin Laden and all of his crazy followers.

May God Bless the United States of America!!!

It's Soccer Season!!

The soccer season officially started this evening. I am happy to say that Team Ordner won there first game, 4 to 1. Yes, I'm proud to say Caleb did get one of those goals, way to go son!! Our team has great potential and I'm sure by the end of the season we will be hard to stop. All the children are go getters. However, this year is a little different. The field is much bigger and honestly I think all involved ran low on energy around the end of the third quarter. In saying this our team never lost heart, they dug deep and continued on to victory.

Caleb is one of the luckiest children I know. You can always count on a cheering section when it comes to Caleb and sports. Between Mema and Papa, and Gma & Gpa Ordner, plus Aunt Jeannie & Uncle Jim, Aunt Judy, and Uncle Chris, Aunt Christina and last but not least Caleb's Smallest Fan (& Cousin) Calvin. Thank you all for coming it means so much to all of us. Calvin, I think your Caleb's good luck charm :-) We hope to see you all next week Monday, same time same place.

Who's got your vote?

Well, I must say I'm very proud to be an independent voter. I never really like making my final decision until I see everything layed out like a book. All the bad, all the good, and a little bit of the "who cares" categories. I've been watching both the DNC and now the RNC and to be honest w/ you I know the candidates to do the best job for our country is, drum roll please......

JOHN MCCAIN and SARAH PALIN

That's right, I'm voting Republican AGAIN!!! I'm almost shocked myself, I really thought in the end I would vote Democratic this year because of the economy in our country right now. However, the Dem's never really gave any examples of how they are going to fix it. Obama and Biden gave a lot of thoughts and false hopes for the moral of the supporters. It just seems like they said what the know the people want to hear. Not only that, what has Obama really done for this country so far? Really, I don't trust anyone to run our country and not be able to place his hand on bible to be sworn in. I don't trust Obama!!! I'm sorry, if all it takes to have under your belt to become President of the United States of America is being a great public speaker and a good "group organizer" then sign me up! At least w/ the Rep's they know they can't fix it all but they know they have to start somewhere. They will start off w/ less off shore drilling, make new jobs by building more nuclear power plants, weaning ourselves off the dependencies of other countries and most importantly extending all the help needed to our troops as they fight for our freedom and our country so we can WIN this war on terror!!!! John McCain has had plenty of experience fighting for our country and its freedom! He is a true Hero!!

Let's face it, there will never be a "Perfect" president. However, if you stand back and honestly look at both candidates resumes, it's not to hard to figure out who is going get our country out of its slump and put us back on our feet.

John McCain and Sarah Palin are the best candidates for the job!!! VOTE 2008

Happy Birthday Tommy!!!

Tommy, you finally made it!!! Congrats on your 21st Birthday!!! I've already heard some stories...that's to be expected, good memories are always nice to have! I just hope you had a wonderful 21st filled w/ great memories and one huge HANGOVER!!!! Anyway, that's what it's all about, right? Hopefully I'll be able to enjoy a 21st bday drink w/ you one of these weekends. Just be careful and enjoy life but please always remember to be responsible. If you ever need a ride or somewhere to stay, you know our #...YOU are very important to us!!!!

Happy Birthday little brother :-)

Cousin's Love

I hope everyone had a great Labor Day Weekend!!! I know we did. Although the weekend still seemed very short, it was nonstop. There always seems to be things going on in our lives either family related or recreational. Either way, we always seem to be on the go, which eventually can wear a person down. With saying this, I thought the weekend ended perfectly.

We had a an appt to be at on Sunday and my very thoughtful sister and brother-in-law asked if they could help us out and take care of Caleb. They all took off to the Sigel tractor pull and ended up having so much fun. Caleb and Calvin get along so well, although by the end of the evening I think all involved were exhausted!
This evening we were very excited to have Calvin come over and spend a few hours w/ us. Talk about fun, he is just a burst full of happiness that can always make a person smile. Then you take that happiness and add it to Caleb's consideration, loving, & fun self, you have a great combination! How much fun can children be?

Throughout the years Caleb and Calvin will grow up together and between their own memories and the ones Christina and I photo and/or blog...well I don't think they will miss a thing!!

First School Day of 2008

Today was Caleb's first day of 4th grade. It was a beautiful sunny day and comfortable temperature in the 80's. What a great way to start a new adventure. What I couldn't believe all morning is how much he has grown up. It just seems like yesterday he was learning to walk and talk. Now he comprehends everything and knows all. Wow, how the time flies.

He woke up so perfectly this morning, no lolly-gagging or whining for a couple more minutes of sleep. I must say it couldn't have been more perfect for the both of us.

He picked out what he wanted to wear and of course he had to show off his BEARS jersey, one of his most favorite shirts of his most favorite team. Next, he wanted to try and gel his hair up in the front. (you know how important the looks are for a 4th grader these days) It never really worked for us in the past but we thought we had the time and it was worth another shot. So we did and this is what he was satisfied w/:

You looked great today pal, but I think you do everyday! I'm your mom, I think your perfect in everyway and there will never be a moment that I change my mind about that!


I must say he is my boy and I cherish every new adventure that we take on. For today, well, I think we're off to another great start! We work the best as a team and there could never be a moment that I would deny him anything.

Have a Fun-Filled school year buddy, I LOVE YOU!!! XOXOXO