Yesterday, a day to Remember

January 29, 1989- September 30, 2009

A dear friend of mine would have turned 22 yesterday. Chance Wayne Threet was a great guy, practically a brother to me. He was one of my brother's best friends, and a great, positive influence on my life. He loved the Lord and wasn't afraid to say so. There is not a day goes by that I don't miss him. I know that he is in a better place, and celebrating his birthday with our Savior. Your memory lives on Chance. Ride Cowboy Ride. Forever in our hearts and memories. RIP Chance Wayne!

Review

Alright, I have procrastinated enough; it's time to post a new blog! In my last post, I said that my husband got his orders home. I am looking forward to seeing his smiling face in the airport at the beginning of March. That is, if the Army gets their crap together and actually lets him come home on time! It is funny how God can put situations and people into our lives and test us. He knows just how much we can handle, and He wants to make sure that we know that we have to turn to Him in all circumstances good and bad. Weston has been put to the test lately with an investigation that is going on. I'm proud to say that through all of this, we know that the Lord is the answer. He has a reason for everything and no matter what, the end result will work out just the way it is supposed to.

In the past month or so, I've been sick too many times for my liking. I just finished up with some kind of stomach virus, we will just call it the stomach flu. After not being able to keep down food or liquids for several days, my family insisted that I go to the Dr. Well, the military base Doctors are free, so my mom took me there. Come to find out, I only have Tri-Care Standard, and can only see emergency room doctors instead of just making appointments with a primary Dr. That explains why I was having so much trouble trying to book an appointment online! So a guy came in and explained all the legal paperwork that Weston had to do in order for me to be able to get the other type of insurance. With that all said and done and on its way to me in snail mail, we are one step closer to figuring out the military's medical insurance. Hooah!

The doctor also gave me a very inspiring speech about why I should take my medicine and what it is going to do to me if I don't. I hate the fact that I have a thyroid condition, and I basically had quit taking my medicine because I grew accustomed to the side effects of being low-thyroid. However, after her speech and hearing what I am doing to my long-term health, I am making a commitment to take my medicine every day. Plus, it will make me feel better overall, right? Right!

I started online classes this week for college again. I feel like it is going to be a great opportunity for me to be able to participate in classes without actually having to go to the campus. Not only will I save in gas money, but maybe, just maybe, I won't hate my classes so much. I like being able to do things at my own pace, where ever I want to! It also allows for me to keep my own schedule. I have a feeling that until Weston comes home I am going to be taking night classes. AKA I sleep when he sleeps and I get to talk to him a whole lot more! Hip hip hooray!

The four classes that I have chosen to take this semester are College Algebra- which I absolutely loath!, Creative Writing II- which I am semi looking forward to since I love to write, Public Speaking- because who doesn't love being able to take a speaking class where you get to sit in front of your web cam instead of a class :), and Medical Terminology-because I know that someday I will need to know some of these stupid terms... and Lori is in the class too, score!

That is the gist of what is going on in my life right now. Toodles.

Lookin Up!

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh I'm so excited! My soldier got his orders home finally. More details to come soon.

I know its been a while since I've written. I will get ya'll caught up when I get a chance.

But for now.

Good night :)

Happy Birthday Jesus

Well, Christmas is over... Almost... We have one more Christmas Party tonight at my father-in-law's parents house. I'm glad that once the holidays get started they roll right on out too. We need to take down the Christmas lights and such, but that can wait a few more days until I have some motivation. Right before Christmas, Sharon had a chemo treatment and it really kicked her butt. She said it felt like she had the flu times ten. But she is doing better now, and that is all that matters.

Christmas Eve, we went to mom's and had a lovely dinner. Then gifts. Next, we headed to Grandpa Rutter's house and had a Christmas dinner with Dad, Uncle Wes and Anna, and my cousin Marshal. I haven't seen Marshal in forever. When with my dad's side of the family, a good time is always guaranteed. Uncle Wes set a new record by 7:30pm for the family, and we will leave it at that- no explanation needed, I guess it is an inside joke for our family. That night I returned home and got to talk to my soldier- best time of the day!!! 

Then Christmas day, I returned to my grandfathers and spent some quality time with my little sister, whom I hardly ever get to see. She is 12 now, and getting so big!

Kaitlyn Michelle

I miss riding horses so much! I can't wait until Weston and I are able to live somewhere that I can have a horse. He wants to live in a mountain town, and that would be great. Here are some more pictures that I took of my Grandpa's Morgan Mare and his other horse.

 I was given tickets to the Broncos game. I chose to take my bestest friend Kat with me, and we sure did have a blast! We followed Mike and Lori up there and they helped us find our tickets... since neither of us had been to a Broncos game before. Thanks guys! AND.... The Broncos ACTUALLY WON! Wow! Such a great game to go to. They were down 0-17 at the half and Tebow brought us back. He's the man!

Christmas time is a lovely time of the year. If you just remember that Jesus is the reason for the season, then it makes being away from Weston a little bit easier. I hope that next year I will be able to spend the holidays with my husband. But for now, we just have to stay optimistic-- close to 2 months left :) Yay! We are getting there. Once we hit New Years- it is going to go by very quickly.

I shall leave you with this: It is my favorite picture of Weston and I from our last photo shoot at Garden of the Gods in Colorado. I hope you all had a Merry Christmas!

I love you baby!

God Answers Prayers

Yesterday morning at about 3:30am, my soldier called me and updated me on the status of the Korea situation. Instantly, I knew there was nothing I could do about it and I had to give all my worries and fears to the Lord. After getting off the phone with him, I came up stairs and got my Bible off the table. I read some verses and prayed about it. I know that our Lord and Savior answers prayers. 

The sunrise was beautiful. From where I was sitting on the couch I could see it with a perfect view and decided to grab my camera and take a few photos. By this time, Weston was back up and awake. He couldn't sleep and I don't blame him. When things get real in the Army, it takes mentally preparing yourself for the situation- which is what he told me he was doing. We talked some more on Skype, I added the pictures to my Facebook so he could instantly see them, then he headed back to bed. 

Yesterday was Sunday, and I decided that church was the best thing to do. I was up and awake early, which before my trip to Korea was unheard of. (Now that I've been back its been to bed early and up very early in the morning.) I went to church and felt so refreshed afterwords. 

I got to talk to Weston again once he was awake and he told me that activities for the day over there had been canceled. Amen, God is so good!

Christmas Spirit

I have mixed feelings about Christmas this year. My husband is in Korea and I wish I could spend our first married Christmas together. However, I got to see him for Thanksgiving, and that was the best Christmas present ever. Samantha decorated the house and then we made a fireplace on the wall out of fabric, recycled paper, and all kinds of fun stuff. Flashing Christmas lights seal the deal and the fake fire makes it look legit. Good enough for our purposes. Is it bad that after that craft project I felt accomplished? In all my years of school, I've learned how to do craft projects-- see, college is overrated after all!

Our fireplace

I've already done 2 Christmas parties, and have several more to go. The first was the Wells family party. We traveled to Greeley for that one just a couple of days after I got home from Korea. The next one was at the Wetmore Baptist Church. The children put on their program for everyone and we had a delicious meal to go along with it. Coming up, we have one at my mom's on Christmas Eve, my dad's on Christmas, Weston's parents on the 28th... As far as I know, that is all. 

Christmas Program @ Wetmore Baptist Church

Weston had his Christmas party Friday night and has his secret santa exchange today. I'm glad that his platoon takes care of him. He started receiving the packages that my mom sent yesterday. While talking on Skype, he started devouring the caramel corn... I didn't know that caramel corn was supposed to be sea food, but he advised me otherwise. Yesterday, every door in his barracks had a Christmas card on it from different people all over the country. It is so great that people are supporting the troops, that is what I like to see! 
Overall, I still vote that we move Christmas to July! From what we have heard, Weston may be deployed at this time next year as well. We just have to remember that Jesus is the reason for the season. No matter where you are or what you are doing, it is not about the gifts or Santa. It is about the birth of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. So this Christmas, Weston and I may not be able to be together in the same place for the holiday, but we will be together in celebrating the birth of Christ. Giving thanks for the blessings we have received and our salvation. 


God Bless this holiday season. Keep warm and safe, and please, pray for our soldiers!

Take a Moment

Weston is on dry status and one hour recall. For those of you who do not know what that means:  if he gets called, he has an hour to be in full gear, weapons drawn, and in their vehicles ready to go. I don't know what all South Korea has in mind, but hopefully nothing horrible comes out of this. Please pray for the safety of our soldiers. 

 My cousin Tom is stationed in Afghanistan with the 101st Airborne Division. Not too long ago there were 3 soldiers killed over there and he knew them. He was friends with them. Now, there have been 6 more soldiers and 11 injured. The 6 for sure were from his platoon, I don't know about the 11 that were injured. It has been a little over a week since my aunt has heard anything from him. He tells her that no news is good news, but it is still so very scary. He is right there. Please pray for the safety of the soldiers, and for comfort to them and the families of the soldiers that have been injured and killed.

These men and women are out there fighting for our country and our freedom. They deserve every ounce of our support, and they need us. God hears prayers, and the power of prayer is amazing. We have to turn to the Lord and let him take care of our needs and worries. 

Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.  

Proverbs 3:5-6