The last week of school has come and gone. I am now on Summer Vacation with the hope of having a job next school year. I took a 10 question assessment and flew through it. It was easy and took me 5 minutes to complete. Wednesday was graduation. I was at work from 5:30am to 2:30pm, then back at 5:30 to 10:30pm for graduation. I took about 600 pictures of graduation, including pictures of each of them getting their diplomas for the website. On the school website, we have almost 3000 pictures. I may have to shorten it because it takes quite a while to load now or change the script not to load all the pictures at once.
I also have looked at the recent job postings and, what do I see, but the job I applied for and was denied. Apparently, they didn't have enough candidates to fill the positions. As a result, I am going for my A+ certification on Tuesday and will be studying this weekend for it. Hopefully, I will have my results that day and can put in my application for the job. It is a 12 month, 8 hour position which is what I want anyways. I will also be able to put in for my steps (promotion) after I take the test and apply for reimbursement from the teacher's association.
LeAnn has been feeling really tired due to the baby. However, the baby is really starting to move. She is able to feel it more and more now. She is also having trouble sleeping due to the pregnancy. She is really starting to show now. All I can say is 23 weeks down, 17 more to go (plus 5 days, due to days we want off). Both mommy and baby are healthy and will hopefully continue to be.
Tomorrow, we are going for spaghetti at Steve and Donna's to celebrate my birthday (this past Wednesday), Leann's, and David Perotti's. It should be lots of fun and we should all enjoy each other's company.
My grandmother is now living up in Wyoming with my Aunt and Uncle. They flew up there on Thursday. She is still on oxygen and has the catheder in her lungs. Hopefully, the medications that she is on help keep her calm and comfortable.
Please pray for Katie's job situation, my job and testing, the baby and mommy. Also pray for my grandmother.
David
Friday, May 22, 2009
Saturday, May 16, 2009
A Weekly Update
Hi everybody
Nothing really important happened this week. I was informed that I wasn't qualified for the lead tech position at school and had to take an assessment test on Monday afternoon (easy enough). I also have all of the work for the summer done before the end of the year (I was told 3 weeks ago about this and have been getting it done, go figure). If I am hired for next year, we start on July 1st. As of the 22nd, I am out of work.
The sale of the house is going smoothly. The only repairs that are requested are the front door sticks (semi-easy fix) and dry rot in the roof (HOA is responsible for this). I have not heard anything about the appraisal, but think it came through without a hitch. We should find out this week.
LeAnn and I have been deciding on names for the baby. I like James (Tiberius, as a joke only - I love Star Trek!!!) and she likes Tyler Nathan. We will decide eventually, but for right now these are the front-runners. I am also voting for Douglas somewhere in there (My dad's name and her maiden name).
LeAnn is working tonight. It is her last night. She is very tired and wants to sleep, but will do a fabulous job tonight caring for the babies.
My grandmother is being released from the care home this coming week and is going to move to Wyoming with my Aunt and Uncle. They will be flying in on Wednesday to take her home with them. Beyond this, I don't know anything else.
That's it for this week. Continue to Pray for Katie, my job, the baby and LeAnn, Donna, my Grandmother, and each other. Have a good week.
David
PS - My Birthday is Wednesday and I expect LOTS of EXPENSIVE gifts.....
Nothing really important happened this week. I was informed that I wasn't qualified for the lead tech position at school and had to take an assessment test on Monday afternoon (easy enough). I also have all of the work for the summer done before the end of the year (I was told 3 weeks ago about this and have been getting it done, go figure). If I am hired for next year, we start on July 1st. As of the 22nd, I am out of work.
The sale of the house is going smoothly. The only repairs that are requested are the front door sticks (semi-easy fix) and dry rot in the roof (HOA is responsible for this). I have not heard anything about the appraisal, but think it came through without a hitch. We should find out this week.
LeAnn and I have been deciding on names for the baby. I like James (Tiberius, as a joke only - I love Star Trek!!!) and she likes Tyler Nathan. We will decide eventually, but for right now these are the front-runners. I am also voting for Douglas somewhere in there (My dad's name and her maiden name).
LeAnn is working tonight. It is her last night. She is very tired and wants to sleep, but will do a fabulous job tonight caring for the babies.
My grandmother is being released from the care home this coming week and is going to move to Wyoming with my Aunt and Uncle. They will be flying in on Wednesday to take her home with them. Beyond this, I don't know anything else.
That's it for this week. Continue to Pray for Katie, my job, the baby and LeAnn, Donna, my Grandmother, and each other. Have a good week.
David
PS - My Birthday is Wednesday and I expect LOTS of EXPENSIVE gifts.....
Sunday, May 10, 2009
And the Sex Is.... (Revisited)
Hi everybody. Sorry for the late posting, but the sex of the baby is a Boy. We are starting to choose names, on top of setting up the nursery. This week, we got a mattress for the crib, so that is now done (with the exception of bedding). The next thing is painting the room and rewiring the cable / satellite. I am also going to add surround sound.
On Friday at school, my cell phone was stolen. That didn't make me happy, but I now have a new phone with the same number. Unfortunately, I lost my phonebook so I will have to recreate it.
Also last week, I was told I was not a TUSD employee (even though that is who I work for). Go figure that HR made a mistake and have since fixed it. I also had a meeting with my supervisor and she said that I am doing a very good job and was well ahead of the game as far as work for the summer goes. This is a good thing, since I want them to rehire me for next year. Our school will be one of the first to be upgraded for next school year. It also looks like I will be working next year. My assistant principal has said he wants me back and nobody else. He may not get the chance to have me back if I get the lead position.
LeAnn is feeling good. The morning sickness that she had is gone again. It may have been a virus. The baby is kicking up a storm and making it hard for her to sleep. I feel bad that she can't sleep through the night. Also, we will have to go back for another ultrasound in a month to get measurements as the baby was very uncooperative during the one on Friday.
That is all for this update. I will post something later this week.
Please pray for Katie and her job situation, Donna, Leann and the Baby, and me and my job situation. Also pray for each other.
David
On Friday at school, my cell phone was stolen. That didn't make me happy, but I now have a new phone with the same number. Unfortunately, I lost my phonebook so I will have to recreate it.
Also last week, I was told I was not a TUSD employee (even though that is who I work for). Go figure that HR made a mistake and have since fixed it. I also had a meeting with my supervisor and she said that I am doing a very good job and was well ahead of the game as far as work for the summer goes. This is a good thing, since I want them to rehire me for next year. Our school will be one of the first to be upgraded for next school year. It also looks like I will be working next year. My assistant principal has said he wants me back and nobody else. He may not get the chance to have me back if I get the lead position.
LeAnn is feeling good. The morning sickness that she had is gone again. It may have been a virus. The baby is kicking up a storm and making it hard for her to sleep. I feel bad that she can't sleep through the night. Also, we will have to go back for another ultrasound in a month to get measurements as the baby was very uncooperative during the one on Friday.
That is all for this update. I will post something later this week.
Please pray for Katie and her job situation, Donna, Leann and the Baby, and me and my job situation. Also pray for each other.
David
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Very quick and short update
Last night was full of some excitement. We finally got an offer on the townhouse and have accepted it. It is not as much as we wanted, but we really wanted to get rid of it all together. It is a good thing, as I will not have a job in 3 weeks for the summer and the baby is on the way....
The other bit of excitement is that my grandmother finally got moved at 5:30 last night. She is in a home (don't know whether it is hospice or nursing). She has a catheter in her lungs to drain the fluid constantly. My parents are up there and working to get things settled and where she needs to go. They are also going up later this week to get her will worked out and a permanent DNR.
We have to get ready for church. On top of our prayers from yesterday, please add that our townhouse appraises out and the sale goes through.
David
The other bit of excitement is that my grandmother finally got moved at 5:30 last night. She is in a home (don't know whether it is hospice or nursing). She has a catheter in her lungs to drain the fluid constantly. My parents are up there and working to get things settled and where she needs to go. They are also going up later this week to get her will worked out and a permanent DNR.
We have to get ready for church. On top of our prayers from yesterday, please add that our townhouse appraises out and the sale goes through.
David
Saturday, May 2, 2009
A new Month, and some good news
I hope everybody is doing ok. We are starting to do better. I have found out from TS that I am a very valuable asset to them, considering some of the things that I have done in a very short time. They have let me know that the odds are extremely good that I will be hired back next year. That means that right now, my hours will be cut. The one good thing is that they are working on getting us back to 8 hours at the high schools only. We are more than busy for this, and 6 hours is not enough time to do anything. I also applied for a year-round position as a lead technician. This would be an upgrade for me. TS also says that I have a good shot at this position, which is what I would prefer.
LeAnn is working her normal days. Last week, she had to work 4 days straight. It was not good. This week, she worked 3 straight days. She is tired. From now on, she is going to split up her work days to work no more than 2 in a row. In the long run, this will help her out.
My grandmother went into ICU last week. LeAnn and I went to Phoenix with my parents on Sunday. She looked good, but was having trouble breathing. They had her on breathing treatments. Yesterday, she was discharged from the hospital. They placed her into a care home (possibly hospice). The doctor's are not letting my parents know what is going on. She had 2 MRI's of her head over the past week. They also said that she would not be allowed to go home again by herself. My parents are up in Phoenix this weekend to find out what is going on. My aunt is flying in Sunday to be there as well. Hopefully, they will find out something out this week.
On the baby front, we now have a fully-assembled crib and stroller. Steve and Donna bought us a crib a couple of weeks ago, and I put it together last weekend. My parents purchased a travel system (car seat and stroller). I have been cleaning up the front bedroom to get the furniture that is needed for the baby. It is a long process, but it is starting to take shape. Next Friday, we have the 20 week ultrasound, where they should be able to tell the sex. They will also have a better idea of the delivery date at that time. I am looking forward to this appointment.
I have got to go and put LeAnn to bed, as she is falling asleep on the couch. Have a safe week and we will let you know what the baby is (hopefully) next week.
Please pray for my grandmother and the latest developments in her cancer battle. Also pray for Katie and her job situation. Continue to pray for my job situation. Finally, pray for the continued good health of the baby and LeAnn.
David
LeAnn is working her normal days. Last week, she had to work 4 days straight. It was not good. This week, she worked 3 straight days. She is tired. From now on, she is going to split up her work days to work no more than 2 in a row. In the long run, this will help her out.
My grandmother went into ICU last week. LeAnn and I went to Phoenix with my parents on Sunday. She looked good, but was having trouble breathing. They had her on breathing treatments. Yesterday, she was discharged from the hospital. They placed her into a care home (possibly hospice). The doctor's are not letting my parents know what is going on. She had 2 MRI's of her head over the past week. They also said that she would not be allowed to go home again by herself. My parents are up in Phoenix this weekend to find out what is going on. My aunt is flying in Sunday to be there as well. Hopefully, they will find out something out this week.
On the baby front, we now have a fully-assembled crib and stroller. Steve and Donna bought us a crib a couple of weeks ago, and I put it together last weekend. My parents purchased a travel system (car seat and stroller). I have been cleaning up the front bedroom to get the furniture that is needed for the baby. It is a long process, but it is starting to take shape. Next Friday, we have the 20 week ultrasound, where they should be able to tell the sex. They will also have a better idea of the delivery date at that time. I am looking forward to this appointment.
I have got to go and put LeAnn to bed, as she is falling asleep on the couch. Have a safe week and we will let you know what the baby is (hopefully) next week.
Please pray for my grandmother and the latest developments in her cancer battle. Also pray for Katie and her job situation. Continue to pray for my job situation. Finally, pray for the continued good health of the baby and LeAnn.
David
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Updates
It is nearly the end of another week. What kind of updates can I have? Not many, unfortunately. My job situation is still questionable, though teachers are now being informed of the situation and the budget of the school is up for a vote by the staff and faculty. I have a good feeling that the current budget went down and will need to be redone, hopefully with a change for the better for me.
LeAnn had to work last night. It is not great. She will work 4 nights in a row, due to being called in. I guess it is good, since we can always use the extra money.
Movement on the townhouse is unknown. There have been no bites either for rent or sale, but many people are calling Steve about it. Hopefully, somebody will purchase it soon so we are rid of it.
On Monday, we switched our television from cable to satellite. We went with DirectTV, and are happy with what we have gotten. I still need to run a new cable line for the main TV (due to the satellite DVR needing 2 lines) and will do this next month. LeAnn says that I can cut a couple of holes in the wall, but must fix them quickly. Next Monday, we are getting our phone switched from Comcast to QWest. We will be keeping the same phone number. The overall goal is to save us money. We should end up doing this.
Both of our dogs are doing well. They have slept most of the time, since they spent 3 days with Chica. They are very happy and are glad they are home. They did go and see Chica on Tuesday for LeAnn's Birthday.
We spent LeAnn's birthday at Steve and Donna's. We had chicken lasagna and enjoyed spending the night with them. LeAnn got clothes for her during the pregnancy.
My Grandmother was diagnosed with cancer. I still have not heard anything about treatment.
My father is still recovering from hernia surgery. He is doing very well.
Please pray for Katie, Donna (tiredness after Easter and Birthday), LeAnn and the Baby (obvious), my grandmother (cancer), my father (hernia surgery), and my job situation. Also pray for each other as as we go through these tough times.
David
LeAnn had to work last night. It is not great. She will work 4 nights in a row, due to being called in. I guess it is good, since we can always use the extra money.
Movement on the townhouse is unknown. There have been no bites either for rent or sale, but many people are calling Steve about it. Hopefully, somebody will purchase it soon so we are rid of it.
On Monday, we switched our television from cable to satellite. We went with DirectTV, and are happy with what we have gotten. I still need to run a new cable line for the main TV (due to the satellite DVR needing 2 lines) and will do this next month. LeAnn says that I can cut a couple of holes in the wall, but must fix them quickly. Next Monday, we are getting our phone switched from Comcast to QWest. We will be keeping the same phone number. The overall goal is to save us money. We should end up doing this.
Both of our dogs are doing well. They have slept most of the time, since they spent 3 days with Chica. They are very happy and are glad they are home. They did go and see Chica on Tuesday for LeAnn's Birthday.
We spent LeAnn's birthday at Steve and Donna's. We had chicken lasagna and enjoyed spending the night with them. LeAnn got clothes for her during the pregnancy.
My Grandmother was diagnosed with cancer. I still have not heard anything about treatment.
My father is still recovering from hernia surgery. He is doing very well.
Please pray for Katie, Donna (tiredness after Easter and Birthday), LeAnn and the Baby (obvious), my grandmother (cancer), my father (hernia surgery), and my job situation. Also pray for each other as as we go through these tough times.
David
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Easter Vacation
Here we are on our vacation. We came up here on Friday morning after dropping off our very sad dogs at Steve and Donna's. We got up here around 11 am. We went to the Star Trek exhibit at the Science Museum. We spent about an hour there. It was not that big and a lot smaller than I thought it should be, considering 10 movies and 4 television series. Last night, we went to the movies at Arizona Mills. We saw Monsters vs Aliens in 3d. It was really cool and we both had a good time.
Today, it was raining when we got up. This was not good, as we had planned on going to the zoo today. We started out by going down for breakfast. We then decided to go see my grandmother, who was just diagnosed with lung cancer. We went over there and spent about 30-45 minutes with her. We talked about what was going on and what we had been doing. By then, the rain had stopped and we decided to try the zoo. We got to the zoo and had a good time. We spent at least 3 hours there, looking at everything they had to offer. We went on the tram ride twice, walked about half the zoo, and saw many things. After the zoo, we were both hungry and decided to go to dinner at The Cheesecake Factory. It was good. We were both so tired that we ate about half of our meals and brought the rest of it back to the hotel. It is a good thing that we have a fridge in the room.
We are both quite tired and looking forward to coming home tomorrow and spending time with our families. Katie is already in Tucson and we will see her tomorrow as well.
Please pray for my grandmother while she goes through the treatments (they will determine either surgery or chemo this week). Also, pray for my father as he recovers from hernia surgery. Pray for the baby, while it continues to grow bigger by the day. Pray for my job situation, that it will quickly resolve itself. Finally, pray for all of our other family members, whether we see them or not, that they will have a safe Easter holiday and coming weeks.
David
Today, it was raining when we got up. This was not good, as we had planned on going to the zoo today. We started out by going down for breakfast. We then decided to go see my grandmother, who was just diagnosed with lung cancer. We went over there and spent about 30-45 minutes with her. We talked about what was going on and what we had been doing. By then, the rain had stopped and we decided to try the zoo. We got to the zoo and had a good time. We spent at least 3 hours there, looking at everything they had to offer. We went on the tram ride twice, walked about half the zoo, and saw many things. After the zoo, we were both hungry and decided to go to dinner at The Cheesecake Factory. It was good. We were both so tired that we ate about half of our meals and brought the rest of it back to the hotel. It is a good thing that we have a fridge in the room.
We are both quite tired and looking forward to coming home tomorrow and spending time with our families. Katie is already in Tucson and we will see her tomorrow as well.
Please pray for my grandmother while she goes through the treatments (they will determine either surgery or chemo this week). Also, pray for my father as he recovers from hernia surgery. Pray for the baby, while it continues to grow bigger by the day. Pray for my job situation, that it will quickly resolve itself. Finally, pray for all of our other family members, whether we see them or not, that they will have a safe Easter holiday and coming weeks.
David
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