The Frustrations of Illnesses

As I said in the last post, we have been fighting illnesses for quite a while. I had to bring Jake in yesterday for a temp of over 105. The dr's office sent us to the hospital for more tests. It is a very frustrating and helpless feeling to watch your child suffer and not be able to make it go away.

Daddy's wrestling season is in full swing

We enjoy going to cheer Mike and his team on. This has been a very hard season for our kids. We have been fighting illness after illness since November 22. We have missed a lot of the matches but it doesn't stop us from getting to as many as we can! Tonight I had a babysitter for Jake (who is home with a 104 temp, again!) Anna went to AWANA and Luke came to the match with me....and Mike coached with the flu. It is hitting our house hard this year. We are very anxious for all this "illness" to leave!!

All pretty for church

I couldn't help but get a picture before they left for church. Aren't they cute? Side note, we got Luke's hair "buzzed" this week and Jake cried so hard as it was happening! It was sort of humorous to witness. Needless to say, I am not allowed to get Luke's hair done like this again, too much trama in the family!

Jake's first MYWA Tournament

Jake competed in his first tournament this year (and only one this year) at Belding HS. He did a great job and placed 3rd out of 5. We were very proud of him, he was pretty excited too!!!

The Rottier Cousins

This is as good as I could do this year....they are just growing up too fast and have very independent personalities!!!

Grover Family Christmas

After nap time it was off to the Grover's side to celebrate.

Christmas Morning

Santa emailed the kids a video this year, after each of them told me what they wanted most from him. He delivered what he said he would bring. They were thrilled! Happy Birthday Baby Jesus!

Christmas Eve

I guess actually it was Christmas morning since it was just a bit after midnight. Here is what the kids will wake up to! Anna woke up at 3 am (thankfully didn't look at the tree, came up to tell us she was lonley...awww) Luke was up about 4 times throughout the night for various unknowns. It was a battle to keep them from seeing it. Finally, around 6:40 we heard Luke whisper "Santa came". It was very sweet. So, I guess it was time to get up!

Rottier Family Christmas

We had an absolute blast together as a family. The kids are at the ages where everyone plays so well together. It was a real special time spent together.

Anna's holiday party

We got to Anna's class as they were finishing up games, so Luke and I only saw her open her stocking and give Mrs. Q her gift. Fun and busy day for all of us!!!

Jake's holiday party

Jake's class build gingerbread houses for their party. The big kids had their party at the same time, so I split my time between the two. Luke stayed with me and did a great job....no wonder, he woke up later sick after his nap...bummer!

CRAZY LUKE!

"Mommy, I want Gatorade and chocolate milk and a poptart...and I'm going to hide in a box so you can't see me." Isn't he a hoot?




After his...snack, he actually did get me to fold him in the box then he jumped out and said "ROAR!!!!" Too funny!

Luke's class party

Luke had a lot of fun making a christmas tree and showing me the present he and his classmates made for all the parents.

GBC Church Christmas Program

Luke was a bit active during the program. The videos I took are funnier to watch....

Anna & Jake's School Christmas Program

The kids had their program tonight. They both did so well!