Prayer Warriors Needed!

I just received news from the Doctor that one of the nodules may be malignant. Therefore, the left side of my thyroid has to be removed for further testing.

I feel very hopeful that everything is going to be okay, it's just a little scary.

Pending....

Well the Hillan Family has hit a bit of a rough patch these last couple of weeks. Both boys have been sick, Justin stressed to the max, and Alisa dabbling into the medical field more than she would like.

It started about a month ago. I was having these terrible headaches that would tingle up my shoulders and into my head. After massages, several chiropractor visits, and visits to the doctor, they decided to run some tests. Blood work, 2 MRI's, and an ultrasound led to this: I have three nodules on my thyroid. Not at all what they were speculating.

Yes, I'm the girl who likes to take worrying to a whole new level. Not proud of the fact but true it is. They ended up having to do a biopsy on each of the nodules and at this time we are awaiting the results. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't scared but through this experience I have learned that we are never alone! My testimony of the Savior has been strengthened more than I could ever imagine! I feel so humble to have such great family members and friends and appreciate you letting me lean on you. I love you all!

Tomorrow.... the results!

Nathanism

While on a walk we passed an Audi parked on the side of the street. Nathan got so excited and said, "Look guys, it's the Olympics!"

100 Days Till Christmas!

Dashing through the snow..... Our friends do the cutest tradition and being obsessed with traditions I had to do it too! It was 100 days till Christmas so we had a full blown Christmas dinner, listened to Christmas music, read Christmas books, watched a Christmas movie, played a white elephant exchange game, and ate Christmas treats.

One of my favorite things to do is to get organized especially during one of the busiest seasons of all. This night is the perfect time to start. After the kids went to bed, Justin and I made a list of all the things we needed to do for Christmas. It was so fun! That way when Christmas rolls around, we will have time to do lots of fun things and not have to worry about last minute shopping.

Papa's Secret Tunnels!

I'm in a huge state of denial when I think that summer is coming to an end. I'm just clinging on to the few days left and trying to savor every thing that has to do with warm, long summery days spent outside.

Earlier this spring Papa made some tunnels for the grandkids. Mammy planted beans, cucumbers, pumpkins, raspberries and peas so that they could twist and swirl around the the wires to make special "hideouts".

Needless to say, they were a huge hit and we each have been known to go and sit in them for a delicious snack!

Saturday Morning

Nathan's little buddy Frankie, had a party at the zoo and our family was invited to attend. There is noting better than a cool, breezy September morning, watching Elephants give each other a shower, a sea lion show, a picnic by the hippos, animal bingo, a tiger goodie bag, rides on the carousel, and great afternoon naps had by all!

Toadally Unexpected

One late afternoon we were getting ready to cook dinner when we heard a knock at the door. It was Luke. We love our visits with Luke and never know what we are going to get; a show, his snake, a burger from Fudruckers, a funny story, a peek at his new red leather seat covers, a listen to one of his CD's, etc....

Well this particular evening, he had been out on a quest. A quest to save frogs. From the Asian Market. He saw that hundreds of frogs in a tank were about to meet their destiny and their legs about to be a delicious meal for hundreds of Americans.

For $4.99 Luke, figured he could start "saving" them a couple at a time whenever he was in the area. So while heaving a large bucket into my kitchen, he pulls out two enormously HUGE black frogs and lets them flop around on my kitchen floor.

It was no surprise that Nathan thought they were the neatest things and began to beg me for one he could call his own. Wow, this begins at three? Nice!

C eLEbrATioN!

Cinner Pinner Poodle Doodle! Happy Birthday to the girl who puts LIFE into all parties!!! How do you spell fun? C. I. N. D. I.!!

Para Bens Renata!

nós amamo-lo muito!

Sistas!

One of my very favorite qualities about Sara is that she makes everybody feel like she's your twin. She is everything I ever dreamed a Sister would be, she is as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside. Plus, we get a two for one special having Melissa as well!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY GIRLIE'S!