Jazz & Braxdyn

One of the most joyous times of my life has been the opportunity to stay with my kids and help with Jazz & Braxdyn right after they were born. There is NOTHING more precious than the chance to have that one on one time with a new child or grandchild and I hope my children realize that it WAS NOT a hindrance, but a treasure in my memory book and I will take that chance every time they offer it!

Jazz - Peanut Butter

Jazz was in kindergarten and they have lunch cards that the parents put money on so they can buy there lunch each day and not have to send cash. One day, Jazz came home from school and told his mom not to put any more money on his lunch card. She asked him why and he said "because when I don't have lunch money on my card, I get peanut butter and Jelly sandwiches and they are my favorite". She said she wish she had known that a long time ago, she could have saved a fortune on school lunches!

Mother Daughter look a like!

In May, 2010, Tammy suggested we enter the Big Country Home Page mother/daughter look a like contest. We had been told all our lives that we looked so much alike, so I said sure.

Then, we realized we did not have any pictures of just me and her without lots of other people in them, so at dad's 81st birthday party, we had Cory take some pictures of just Tammy and I and we submitted the picture for entry.

After the first week of voting, Tammy and I won the first round, placing 1st out of 104 entries!! There were 2 more weeks of voting after the finalist were chosen from the first round. After the 2 weeks, we ended up getting 4th place overall. Not bad, 4th out of 104!!

I am proud that people think we look alike, because I think she is a very beautiful woman, both inside and out, and to be compared to her is totally awesome!

Love ya bunches Tammy!

My First 5k run!

My First paid entry 5k run was this past weekend, June 19, 2010. I did the run in 38:04. Slow as usual, but I had not been running more than 2 miles a week the past 3 weeks, so I was glad to just finish!

It was the Cattlewomens 5k run and they did a fantastic job of organizing and getting it together.

The t-shirts were nice, the food and snacks great and the workers super! There were about 50 runners total.

The only thing I was disappointed in were the age categories. I was hoping for an over 50 category, so I might finish with a cowbell!! LOL.

I am just proud of myself for being able to still be so active. So far, 50 is still fabulous!!

Shower time!

Well, this past weekend was spent with baby showers! Wonderful friends in Coleman and Abilene gave Braxdyn awesome showers to start him off right.

He has so much clothes now, his mommy said he could wear a differenct outfit every day and still not be able to wear them all!

We are all so blessed. Thank you all for loving us, caring so much for us and giving so generously!

Love ya bunches!

MiMi's Poem

Probably the most important poem I have ever written was the one that Tammy & Cory had posted in their adoption profile that they presented to the Agency when they applied to adopt a child.

I remember, I was at the Hotter N Hell 100 bike ride, about 40 miles into the ride, when Tammy called my cell phone and said "Mom, while you are out there riding in the heat, I have a project for you". I asked her what it was and she said, "Write a poem for our profile book for the agency". Wow, what a task. I was honored, scared, nervous that I would not be able to do this one, cause I KNEW how important that it was to impress upon what ever young mother was looking at their portfolio how much we would love and care for this precious gift she might be giving us.

So to Tammy and Cory, Thank you for allowing me the honor of doing this and here is the poem, that I called, "MiMi's Poem". Love ya!




MiMi’s Poem

Let me introduce myself, in the form of this, my poem,
I will be your baby’s MiMi, in every shape and every form.
I promise to always love it, in everything I do,
Every moment, smile, or boo boo, those are special too.

My daughter will be his new mommy, my son-in-love, his dad,
They have their hearts so full of love, for a child they can never have.
So if you allow them the treasure, of opening your heart,
And placing your little one in their home, it will be a selfless start.

They have all they ever wished for, work hard, and love so strong,
But their hearts desire, the little one, will never come along.
Unless you choose to give them, a chance to share their love,
To shower your unborn baby, with their blessings from above.

They promised to love and cherish each other, till death they do part,
Now they just want a child to call their own, to fill the hole in empty hearts.
They have lived, laughed and traveled too, but the void is still so strong.
I pray that God will touch your heart and end the pain that’s gone too long.

Their friends and extended family, grandparents, siblings, Mom’s and Dad’s,
Promise to love this unborn child with all the passion that we have.
So please consider our family of love, the gift of your unborn treasure
To make our family circle complete, our cups too full to measure.

We will pray for you as your life goes on that God will bless you too,
For happiness, peace, comfort and love in everything you do.
It was so very nice meeting you in the form of this, my poem.
I close this now with prayers for you, and your baby not yet born.

God Bless you!


Mimi

OUR GREAT NATION

I wrote this Poem right after September 11, 2001, when the Twin Towers were hit by planes by terrorists, killing thousands of people. May God Bless America!



OUR GREAT NATION


The skyline is not hindered now,
The ashes start to cool,
They say our lives must now go on
our leaders now will rule.

We suffer heartache and loss of life,
landmarks, and loved one's dear.
How can anyone be so cruel
to attack us without fear?

They took our buildings and our planes,
caused lots of grief and strife,
but they cannot take the heart of us,
for America is our life.

Our Country is still grand and whole.
She will keep going strong.
We will prevail, stand tall, and proud.
America will right this wrong.

We will move on, rebuild our lives,
With God as our foundation.
God watch over and protect us all
and bless America, our Great Nation.

By: Evyonne Curry
September 13, 2001

"Shoes to Shower In", graduation gift Poem

This is a poem I wrote to put with the girls graduation baskets I made for Tammy's friends when she graduated, May 21, 1999.



SHOES TO SHOWER IN

Shoes to shower in,
Shampoo for your hair.
Just a few things
to show you we care.

Toothbrush, toothpaste,
Razors, too.
Shavecream, Q-tips,
to name a few.

All these things
and some prayers sent above,
We give to you
with all our love.

Best Wishes, Kori
and Congratulations!
From: The Curry’s
on your Graduation.


Shoes to shower in,
Shampoo for your hair.
Just a few things
to show you we care.

Toothbrush, toothpaste,
Razors, too.
Shavecream, Q-tips,
to name a few.

All these things
and some prayers sent above,
We give to you
with all our love.

Best Wishes, Lindsey,
and Congratulations!
From: The Curry’s
on your Graduation.
Shoes to shower in,
Shampoo for your hair.
Just a few things
to show you we care.

Toothbrush, toothpaste,
Razors, too.
Shavecream, Q-tips,
to name a few.

All these things
and some prayers sent above,
We give to you
with all our love.

Best Wishes, Melissa
and Congratulations!
From: The Curry’s
on your Graduation.


Shoes to shower in,
Shampoo for your hair.
Just a few things
to show you we care.

Toothbrush, toothpaste,
Razors, too.
Shavecream, Q-tips,
to name a few.

All these things
and some prayers sent above,
We give to you
with all our love.

Best Wishes, Brooke,
and Congratulations!
From: The Curry’s
on your Graduation.

Tammy & Cory Wedding Poem

This is a poem I wrote for Tammy & Cory on their wedding day, June 9, 2001.



THE DAY YOU WED

Sweet Tammy, it's so hard to say
The words to you, this special day.
You were born to us twenty years ago
Our sweet little girl, so precious to hold.

Now you’re a woman, on your wedding day.
So sweet and precious still.
Time has gone, oh, too fast
Our hearts, with love, you've filled.

So on this day, the day you wed,
I want to tell you, dear,
We're so very proud of all you are,
So listen now, you hear!

You'll always be our baby girl,
to love, and rock, and hold.
We'll always love and care for you,
Won't matter if your old.

But on this day, the day you wed,
We just wanted to let you know,
We've not lost you, we've gained a son,
See now, our family grows.

You met the one love of your life
One evening in the fall,
You both fell head over heals in love,
You gave your life, your all.


You've chosen well, your mate for life
I totally agree.
He's sweet and loving, tender too.
Your love will always be.

He's kind and caring, perfect for you,
He'll make your life complete.
Your love is strong, your life fulfilled,
The future yours to greet.

May your life be rich with laughter,
Always turn to God above,
He will bless you with a family,
Joy, and Happiness, Peace and Love,

So take this day, the day you wed,
and make it yours to treasure.
Have fun and keep it in your heart,
for these memories can't be measured.

When we can't be there, don't forget,
We're with you in our hearts.
We'll always love and cherish you
Even when we're far apart.

So we give this poem, the day you wed,
With blessings from above,
To you, sweet Tammy and Cory so dear,
From Mom and Dad with love.

Janet's Graduation Poem.

Janet, our last little love, graduated on May 24, 2002. Here is the poem I wrote for her.


OUR CIRCLE OF LOVE

The years have flown by, gone way too fast,
Your all grown up, your youth is past.
We've had our share of fun and fears,
Laughter, memories and now some tears.

It's time you go out on your own,
Although your always welcome home.
You'll always be our precious baby,
and now you've grown into a lovely lady.

We give you this gift, this ring to treasure,
Our love for you, we cannot measure.
This ring's a symbol of our circle of love,
From mom and dad and God above.

So as you venture out on your own
We couldn't be prouder of all you've done.
We love you now, as we will forever,
Our love will never die, not ever.

Enjoy your future, be safe, have fun,
Your adult life has just begun.
Trust in God and keep your faith,
Great things will come to you, just wait.

I close this poem with all our love,
With prayers for blessings from above.
You’ll always be so special, so dear,
Our circle of love will keep you near.


Evyonne Curry
May 24, 2002

Tammy's Graduation Poem

Tammy our first born, graduated on May 21, 1999. Here is the poem I wrote for her!




NEAR TO OUR HEARTS


You’ve waited years for this special day
And now it’s finally come your way
Through happiness, tears, and sometimes pain
Now the future is yours to gain

As you venture out upon your own
I wonder where the years have gone
From baby, toddler, adolescent, & teen
A beautiful woman is now to be seen

We give you this treasure, a golden heart
To remind you of home, when we’re miles apart
God will keep you safe and watch over you
If you trust in him as you always do

So go forth now, you’ve made us proud
And don’t just mingle in the crowd
Be strong and happy, plan your future
Life is such a great adventure

Study hard, but have some fun
Your adult life is just begun
Trust in God and keep your faith
Good things come to those who wait

I close this poem with all our love
With prayers for blessings from above
You’ll always be so special and dear
And in our hearts we’ll keep you near.


Evyonne Curry
May 21, 1999

My Brother

This is a poem I wrote for my brother, Kenny, on his wedding day, February 14, 2001. He married Nivla Cleland, and has 2 sons, Trebor Lane Moore and Tyler Blake Moore.

MY BROTHER, MY FRIEND

An act of God
Is what they say.
And now you’re being married,
on Valentine’s Day.

She’s smart, she’s pretty,
a bit wacky, too.
But I guess that’s just
from being around you!

Tyler & Trebor,
Now there’s a pair!
It’s easy to see
how much you care.

Mom and Dad survived
our growing up years,
with love and patience,
and a firm hand on our rears.

And I guess you thought
I was a bit of a con,
when I made you ride a bicycle
with a blindfold on.

But seriously now,
all kidding aside.
I love you, Kenny,
and your new Bride!

I pray for you
and your family you see,
thank you for being the daddy
“you didn’t have to be”

I pray for you,
for guidance above,
That you, Nivla, and the boys,
will always have love.

Best Wishes to you,
Through this poem I send.
Thank you for being, my brother,
my friend.

Randy

This is another poem I wrote for a dear friend when their son passed away. He was born just a couple of months before Tammy, so they were very close in age. He was an active, typical little 3 year old, when he became ill with encephalitis, which cause brain damage and he was in a wheelchair thereafter. He lived until he was 18, I think, if not, I appologize, time goes too fast, so I may be off a year or so. His mom and dad were truly awesome and were wonderful caregivers as long as he was here on his earthly home. I know they miss him terribly, but have the comfort and peace of knowing he is their little angel who watches over them now. This is called "Randy".


RANDY

I remember well when you were born
So tiny and so cute.
Your mom and dad, so proud of you,
Your brother was a hoot!

Then one day, God changed the plan
He had set out for you.
We know not his thoughts on this
Things meant for you to do.

You fell ill, were not the same,
Could not walk or run.
But mom and dad, they never changed
You're still their little one.

God's plan, we do not know,
But we can see the love,
He taught you all to care so much,
From his mansion up above.

You all pitched in and helped a lot
When Randy was so ill.
You always had the love to share,
Not an easy job to fill.

Now sweet Randy, that you're gone,
To Heaven up above,
We here on earth remember you
With kindness and with love,

God keeps you safe; you're in his arms,
Now you can walk and run.
There is no pain, no sickness now,
Just laughter, joy, and fun.

So, mom and dad, remember,
Randy's happy now.
He's watching over you this time
It's time to take your bow.

You all took such great care of him,
The whole time he was ill,
We'll never know the heavenly plan,
It was all in God's will.

So smile up to the heavens
Send Randy lots of love,
For he's surely smiling down on you,
His mom and dad, with love.

Just Tommie

This is one of the poem's I wrote about a dear family friend that passed away several years ago. He was especially dear to my mom and dad, and was a fantastic friend to them both. It's called, "Just Tommie"


"JUST TOMMIE"

It didn't matter when you met him
He had that twinkle in his eye
Years ago or yesterday
Even with his last goodbye.
That was "just Tommie".

He cherished his so many friends
He loved his family and his wife
And praised his heavenly Father
He would give his all, even his life.
That was "just Tommie".

It was such a privilege to know
Such a wonderful man and father
I'll always treasure the moments
That we shared with one another.
That was "just Tommie".

And now he's gone to his eternal home
To be with his precious Father
We know he's watching over us
To him, that is no bother.
That was "just Tommie".

We'll miss him here on earth so much
That silver twinkle in his eye
His tender smile, his loving touch
But he would not want us to cry.
That was "just Tommie".

So now I say goodbye to him
But just for a little while
One day I'll meet with him again
And we'll be rejoicing in high style.
Me, my God and "just Tommie".

Chef Tammy

As I have mentioned before, Tammy LOVES to cook!! She would always experiment with different dishes, most of the time, making up her own. Most of the time, the spicier (hotter), the better!

One evening, while she was in High School, she decided to have her boyfriend over for supper.

He had eaten with us several times in the past and we always enjoyed having him over.

This particular time, she had fixed a mexican casserole of some sort.

This particular boyfriend did not eat real spicy foods! He loved mexican food, but just had not eaten much that was "hot".

We all sat down to eat, and after a few minutes, he asked for some more to drink. A bit later, more, LOL, poor guy was starting to sweat! We finally noticed and asked if it was too spicy for him!

He said, so graciously, "No, it's wonderful, I'm just really thirsty tonight!"

Later he told us, it was excellent food, he just was not used to it being that hot.

We still keep in touch and love him to this day!

Ugh.

Ugh. That's all I can call this post. One of Janet's "getting ready for school" moments. Some of those mornings were nightmares. She may not find it so funny, but Jazz is just like her and when she relates some of his early morning school stories, I just have to laugh and say, Sorry, but paybacks are H----!!!

This particular morning I had gone into Janet's room several times and told her to get up and get ready for school. She was probably about 10 or 11 years old at the time.

Finally, I got frustrated as well and went into her room to make her get a move on! (Remember, this is Janet I am talking about). She was sitting up in the middle of her bed and staring at her closet!

I told her, Janet, you have got to get ready, we are going to be late.

She said, "but mom, I'm trying to find something to wear".

That in itself is not funny at all, but you have to realize, as she is sitting there staring at her closet........

her closet door was


SHUT!!!

Thru Spoon??

Tammy has always loved to cook and still does. And she is fantastic at it. She was about 5 or 6 years old and was helping in the kitchen and she was in the utinsel drawer and finally she asked me where the "Thru spoon" was. I could not figure out what she was talking about, and she was getting frustrated with me. I finally asked her to describe it to me.

She said, "You know, mom, it's the big spoon that has all the little holes in it and stuff goes "thru it", a/k/a "THRU SPOON"!

We still use that expression today!

It's a bird, it's a Plane!

One of things that Tammy came up with when she was about 5 or so. We were outside and all of a sudden, she came running to me saying, "look, mommy, look, hurry", I asked her what I was supposed to be looking at (she was pointing to the sky). She said, "look, see that? A plane bumped into the sky and scratched it"! She saw one of the big white "marks" that the airplanes make across the sky while flying and thought the plane had already bumped into the sky.

Jazz's Birth

Well, I posted a bit earlier about Jazz's birth, but did not have all the details I wanted. He was born on August 2, 2004. He weighed 6#8oz, and was 19.5" long. He was born at 9:02 P.M. that night, after a very long, long day of labor for his mommy. They finally said his heartbeat was too high and his mommy's bp was not doing that well, so they decided they better do a C-section and get him here.



He was born about 15 minutes later. Jason came out and we got to go to the nursery to see him and they said he and his mommy were both doing well, then we got to finally go see Janet and hold our first precious new little bundle of joy.



It is soo amazing how a person can fall in love instantly with a child. It is pure joy and amazement. There is nothing on this earth more precious than our children! God has truly blesse me with 2 wonderful children and 2 precious little grandsons! They are the light of my lives!



Love ya bunches, Jazz Kade Jones!

Braxdyn's Birth

Our newest little bundle of joy came just last week, after a loonnnggg 5 year wait!

Braxdyn Luke Withers was born on June 8, 2010 at 12:24 A.M. He weighed 8#15oz. and was 22 inches long. He was almost one week overdue. He was born in Galveston, Texas. His mommy and daddy, Tammy & Cory, were so excited to finally see him. They had been trying for a very long time to have their own sweet little one, but God decided that he had another small one waiting for them and sent them a different birth mommy to carry their little bundle for them.

Her name was Aubree and we all became very attached to her. She is Braxdyn's birth mom. She is so sweet and kind. Words cannot express the love we feel for her, for giving us this precious gift, our little boy. I pray that God will bless her and watch over her always, because she will always hold a very special place in our hearts.

Tammy and Cory had to stay in Galveston almost 2 weeks waiting for him to be born. Then, he decided to be late (runs in the family, I suppose). He was born about 6 days late and then took 2 days to get here, but he is very healthy and is a happy little boy.

Tammy said they sat in the motel after they brought him from the hospital and realized that they had done nothing for the last 3 hours but sit there and watch him. They are just so amazed by him, as we all are.

There is nothing in this world more precious than our little ones! Lord, Thank you again for sending me 2 of the most awesome daughters in the world and 2 of the most precious grandsons, to fill my life with such joy!

Love ya bunches, Braxdyn Luke Withers!

JANET

OK, Three years had passed since our first born child and were celebrating Tammy's third birthday. We had moved to Coleman, Texas now, back to be near our family.

We had everyone over for her little birthday party and it was close to midnight when everyone left. I was 2 weeks overdue (they did not induce back then) and had been up all night the night before with Tammy. Something had bitten her and she was itching all over and could not sleep, then had to get her party all set up, etc, etc. so I was exhausted.

After everyone left, I told Mike I was gonna go take a quick shower because I thought we might be going to the hospital to have our baby. He believed me this time, cause he knew how fast Tammy had come. After I had showered and we got stuff together we called his mom and dad who lived just down the road and asked if they would come get Tammy. They did and we went to town to have a baby.

We did not know the sex of either of our children because we did not have the techonology then to determine the sex, so we got to be surprised when they were both born.

We got to the hospital and walked in and went to the second floor, where the babies are delivered and the nurse asked me if I was there to have a baby. I almost said, No, I just waddle like this all the time. I was tired and irratable and did not feel like her jokes. LOL.

Anyway, they admitted me, checked me and said I was at a 6. The doctor came in and broke my water a bit later. Then the wait began.

I have always said, Tammy was 2 weeks early, Janet was 2 weeks late and they have been that way ever since, well, Janet proved it that night. She was also lots later to be born. They say the second child usually comes quicker, but while Tammy took 2 hours, Janet stretched it out to 8. Which still is not bad for labor, but sure seemed like forever. Guess lots of it was because I was so tired already.

Janet was born at 8:03 A.M. on November 30, 1983, 3 years and one day after her sister was born.

Her dad got the privelage of taking her out of the delivery room to see her sister and her grandparents for the first time and they just happened to be wheeling me out to go to my room, so I got to see everyone too.

And that is how our second little blonde haired angel was born! Love ya bunches sweet Janet Michelle Curry Jones!

TAMMY

Well, since it's almost been 30 years ago, guess I better log one of my most precious memories ever, the birth of my first born child!

Tammy was born November 29, 1980 (wow, that seems so long ago), at 10:00 P.M.. She weighed 6#11Oz. and was 21" long.

This was the friday after thanksgiving and I decided to go shopping for the day. Mike was home, we lived in Farmington, NM at the time.

I had a nagging backache most of day, but nothing that really caught my attention. I just figured that I had walked too much all day.

I went home that evening and we were supposed to go to a friends house that night for supper and to play cards. I sat down on Mike's lap and told him I thought we should probably cancel cause we might be having a baby that night.

He just kinda laughed it off, but I told him I did not think we should go because they lived about 20 miles away and I did not want to go out there and have to turn around and come back to town. At this time, my contractions were so irregular and light that he told me it was prob just false labor.

So, we drove to town to grab a bite to eat. We lived about 6 miles out. When we got to town, I was not hungry (and knew I had better not eat at this point), so Mike went thru the drive at a burger place and got him a hamburger. We started driving around and he took a bite of his burger and threw it out the window (I know, litterbug) and said he could not eat anything.

We drove to the hospital and just sat in the parking lot. LOL. Don't know the reason for that, too many years ago, but he asked if we wanted to go on to the house or what and I told him since we were actually sitting in the parking lot, we might as well go in and have them check me to see if I really was in labor. Remember, I was still not having any painful or regular contractions at this point.

So, we went in (having already pre-registered) and went to the OB ward and they told me they would put me in a room and check me and then call the doctor.

Well, the nurse came in and told me I was already dialated to an 8!! She said she would call the doc, then come back to get some info from me.

This is where Mike lost his brain function. The nurse asked him his name and he did not know it. I had to tell her. He could not remember anything, so I gave her all the info and answered all her questions.

This was at 8:00 P.M. that night. The doctor arrived at the hospital, and then Tammy was born at 10:00 P.M., just 2 hours after we got to the hospital. She was 2 weeks early.

After she was born, we called my mom and dad and wished them a Happy Anniversary. I told them I was sorry we had called so late, but we got sidetracked and was busy that night. Then I said "Happy Anniversary Grandma and Grandpa" and they knew she had been born on their anniversary. Then we called Mike's parents and rest of the family. We were the only ones there for her birth, cause almost everyone lived in Coleman, Texas at that time and for the few that did live in Farmington, well, there was just not time to call them to get there, it happened way too fast.

Anyway, that night, Teresa came up to the hospital and we met Marty for the first time. I am sure I made quite an impression on him! LOL. After all, I had just had a baby! Thanks for that Teresa~~ (still love ya though).

Anyway, that is the birth of my firstborn blonde haired beauty~ Love ya bunches, sweet Tammy Linnae Curry Withers~~

Dancin' in the rain!!

What a wonderful memory this is!! Jazz was about 2 -1/2 to 3 years old and it was almost time for his bath and I was about to go take a shower.

It had been cloudy for a while and all of a sudden there was a BIG downpoor. There was no thunder or lightening, just a good old summer rain. Jazz was just in his shorts with no shirt and I had on old shorts and a t-shirt, so I grabbed him up and went outside.

We were standing under the carport and I told him to go out in the rain, and he but "MiMi, it's raining, we're gonna get wet"

I told him I knew that and then I just grabbed him up, ran out in the rain, started singing and running around in circles. Needless to say, he thought I had lost it, but then he when he realized it really was ok to get wet, he started giggling and laughing.

I put him down and we started playing chase and stayed out there for a good 30 minutes or more.

Definately had our sunshine in the rain that day!

WIPE MY BUTT!

OK, Well, now that the title has your attention, I know you will love this one!! Especially you school teachers! Jazz was 5 at this time and it was about mid-way thru the school year.

Once again, Jazz had to go potty! we were meeting Janet in Abilene and a few miles out, he had to go "Really, really bad".

I told him we were almost to the gas station up ahead where we were meeting him mom. We got there and I went in to let him use the bathroom and I was outside the stall holding the door shut for him.

He told me that in a minute I was going to have to "wipe his Butt". (I knew he was learning to do it, but still did not do a real good job.) I asked him what he did while he was at school, did he wipe it himself or did his teacher do it?

He said, "Oh NOOOOOOOOO, my teacher can't do that, she would get fired and lose her job".

So, a few minutes later, he called out to me and said "Come wipe my butt", so I went into the stall to assist him and as I was helping him, he looked up at me with those big blue eyes and said:

"Good thing you are not a teacher"!

LMAO! Still love that one!

Potty time!

Ok, for some reason, Jazz is the king of needing to go potty at the most in-opportune times!

One of the most recent was when we were bringing him home to spend the weekend with us from Abilene a few of months ago. He is 5 years old at this time.

He told me he really needed to go potty, really, really, bad! I asked him if he could wait just a few minutes and he told me "no". I told him we were almost to the Co-op where his Big Papaw works and that we were that close to home and could he please hold it till we got home. He said yes.

We were passing the co-op a couple of minutes later and I said, "See, that is where Papaw works, we are almost home".

He asked me if he could go to the bathroom there at the Co-op. I explained to him that we could not get in because it was closed for the night. He said, "Well, MiMi, why is there is a light on,?" I explained to him that they left a light on so that if anyone was in there that was not supposed to be, then someone might see them and call the police, or that it might keep someone from going in after they were closed.

He got this pondering look on his face and said, "MiMi, (paused a second), We don't have that problem at our house,............... we just LOCK OUR DOORS~

Thoughtful child, isn't he? LOL

Jazz's birth

Jazz was born on August 2, 2006. Janet was induced that morning, finally, after a long day, he was born at 10:00 that evening. I will never forget the look on his mommy's face the first time I saw her after he was born. It was such a look of wonder, peace, contentment and accomplishment, all rolled up into one. Those are the only words I have to describe it and that is not even close to the expression I saw. Amazement!

Jazz - Road trip

Tammy had asked Janet, Jazz and I to go with her to Dallas one weekend. I was sitting in the back seat with Jazz and he had his DVD player and was watching a movie or playing a game, don't remember which, but I could tell he was getting frustrated with it, and after a few minutes, it had gotten kinda quiet in the car, and he took the DVD player, kinda shook it a couple of times and under his breath, he said, "This thing is pissin me off"!

Needless to say, the 3 of us just cracked up. We had NEVER heard him talk like that before, and at the time he was only 3 years old.

Kids! You gotta love em!

Memories

I am a MiMi to two wonderful grandson's, Jazz Kade Jones, 5 years old and Braxdyn Luke Withers, 1 week old. I have been married 33 years next month and have 2 awesome beautiful daughters, Tammy & Janet, a fantastic son-in-love, Cory and the best husband and friend in the entire world, Mike.

I began running in January, 2010, after being an active road cyclist since 2003. I ride long distances and the longest ride to date has been 106 miles which took 7 hours. We do several organized rides each year and have an awesome group of riders here in my hometown, of Coleman, Texas.

I decided to start a blog to record the funny, cute things my grandson's come up with. Those of you that know Jazz, knows he is hilarious most of the time. I wish I had started this with his birth, and have regreted it ever since, so now that Braxdyn is here, I am going to recap what I can remember with Jazz and start new with Braxdyn. It may take a while to get everything on here I want, but hopefully, I can remember a lot of it.

So, I am going to post things individually as stories, so some may be short and some a bit longer. You may find them boring, but they are MY memories and if you don't like them, well, no one is making you read them!

Anyway, that is all I will probably write today, just wanted to get this blog set up, so hopefully, I can add to it daily or at least weekly! Have an awesome day and remember, God loves you!