Kindle Love

In 2012 I bought my first Kindle and with a little love, it's still going strong. My Kindle wasn't holding a charge very well so I put it in airplane mode and it's working better than ever. That took care of the power problem. 

I splurged a bit on the case when I bought my Kindle. It's a leather book jacket with a magnetic clasp that's perfect for reading one-handed before I fall asleep. The other night I noticed a round metal disc lying on my pillow. It was the magnetic disc in the flap that holds the cover closed when it's either open or closed. I tried looking on Amazon for another cover since I got the battery problem solved but to my dismay, Amazon no longer makes a cover for this older Kindle. So out came the safety pin to close the frayed gap. I probably could have put a few stitches in the clasp but it was hard enough pushing through the safety pin. I refuse to buy another Kindle since I love this one so much. What do I care what it looks like? I only read it in bed and unless Khloe or Lola are there, I'm pretty much by myself!

A Dirt Bike Birthday Party

Every party must have a theme and Lincoln's plan for his 5th birthday was a dirt bike birthday party.

Lincoln has been obsessed with dirt bikes since his neighbor outgrew his and gave his old dirt bike to Lincoln.

This birthday party had dirt bike streamers, banners, cookies, cupcakes and, of course, dirt bikes.

Just a small amount of friends were invited but the noise level was like recess on a kindergarten playground. At one time all the kids went to the garage for a game. I thought I'd gone deaf it was so quiet. Happy Birthday Lincoln! I still can't believe you're already 5!

Early Birthday Presents for Lincoln

I felt so bad for Lincoln after having to have surgery, I decided to give him his birthday presents early.

He's still in a lot of pain from his tonsillectomy but had fun opening presents.

As soon as he's feeling better, he'll be the best dressed dirt biker in the neighborhood. The weather is pretty nice right now but he's still not ready to ride. I'm hoping the large helmet doesn't affect his balance causing yet another surgery! (Knock on wood)

Lincoln's Tonsillectomy

Lincoln isn't even 5 years old and already he's had 2 surgeries.

Today he had his tonsils and adenoids taken out plus some other type of surgery to for his tongue (big words, lots of pain).

A friend of Melissa's sent him a gift that makes shapes out of jello. Sounds good until you actually have to put something down your sore throat. He's doing as well as can be expected. Hopefully, this is enough.

New House Lot

My realtor called me with news that the lot I selected for my new home isn't big enough for my house design. I didn't want a smaller house so I chose a different lot.

Even though I didn't get my first choice, I decided to go with the lot at the opposite end. Michael drove me out to the subdivision so I could get a better look at my new lot. I like that the back side is looking into mature trees as opposed to waiting for new trees to grow. I'm not sure whether I'm trying to talk myself into liking my second choice or it was the better choice. Now if they'll only start digging the foundation.

Halloween Pumpkin Carving

I spent Halloween with the kids carving pumpkins...or should I say cleaning out the pumpkins so Jamie could carve them.

Even Hazel was excited about the insides of the pumpkin. She'd look but not touch.

I left before the actual trick or treating started. Angel Violet and Fireman Lincoln were ready to collect their bags full of candy. Hazel, on the other hand, wasn't that excited about dressing as a black cat. Even an early sucker couldn't put a smile on her face.

It's be awhile since the weather has been this nice to go trick or treating. I still prefer the silence of my own home. Happy Halloween!

Walking Around Florida

Beginning the 1st of January, Michele and I have been virtually walking the coastal highways of Florida. We began around Pensacola and after almost 1,200 miles, we crossed into Georgia.

Our goal was to walk 250,000 steps per month. We did pretty good but now we're tired. Michele is heading back home but I'm determined to keep up the pace and make my 3,000,000 steps for the year. Wish me luck, I'm going to need it!