CoveMom
12-31-2008, 11:42 PM
Again, this is de regieur for reaching milestones. Since this one was hastened by my noticing how close I was to 6,000 and the fact that a new year was fast approaching, I'll try to be as sappy as possible.
But really.
Many of you already know that the last couple of years have been both difficult and exciting for me.
In July of this year I opened a small shop in Copperas Cove. Well the end of the year is here and the shop is still open. Not making any money yet, but I am employing 3 people (1 full-time) and the income is starting to pay the rent/utilities. 2009 is going to be a better year for business. I have to believe that.
I have a Senior this year. I am so proud of him and what he has overcome to be who and where he is. He was a 1lb, 14oz premie and is doing just fine tyvm. His dream is to be a Football/Sports Manager, first at a D1 College and then, maybe for a Professional Team. He will soon be an Eagle Scout and is graduating in the top 20% of his class. Not bad for a kid we were told would not be able to make it in regular school.
My 8th Grader tried Football and Basketball this year. Mostly to be able to tell the HS coaches next year "talk to my coaches at CCJHS" when they ask him to play a sport. He will follow his brother as a HS manager. He was recently inducted into the NJHS. He too will be an Eagle Scout someday. And he has decided he wants to be a Chef (maybe he'll teach me to cook). Not bad for a kid who entered 2nd Grade unable to read, huh? I am so proud of him and what he has overcome to be who and where he is.
My husband of 26 years retired from the Military in September of 2007 and works most of the time in New Mexico leaving me with a lot of time on my hands. Time I could dwell on the bad and not see the bright future ahead of me and mine.
These are the exciting things. Now...
In August of 2007 I lost my dear sister suddenly of an apparent heart attack. I spent 4 months living in Tyler trying to settle her affairs and while I was there my Mother suffered a devastating stroke. She is now in a nursing home. Content, but she will not be getting better. My Father and one of my Brothers passed away several years ago and all that is left is my oldest Brother, me, and Mother. We have all had a hard time dealing with our losses.
Why am I posting this now? Well, the idea to get to 6,000 and make a thread like this came from a true desire to thank all of you for helping me get through the last 18 months. They have been hard. Some good hard, some bad. But more bearable for having the friends I have on this board. I am sure I will forget to mention someone. No fears, that is what the edit button is for...
Firebird: Keep pissing me off. I enjoy a good fight. And it's okay if we occasionally agree.
ktCarl: You need to let the hair grow out and look the part you play.
Ladies of the Board (and you all know who you are): We got to keep on keepin' 'em in line.
dada: We will fulfill your dream of supporting an inner city school. Count on that.
Young Turks of the Board: Keep on keeping on guys. Your confidence in yourselves comes through loud and clear. Stay in school, follow your hearts and don't get lost in the minutiae of life.
LPMom: I am so glad we met. You are one of the keeper friends. Looking forward to football games together next fall!
farmer: Life is looking up for you. I know you don't see that yet, but it is. Stay focused, keep charming your clients, wait for love. It is worth waiting for.
Young Ladies of the Board: Advice is only as good as the one giving it. But when you ask, we will all answer.....
jtk1519: You left the board once and I wrote you a long pm. Do you remember it? The same advice holds true today. You are worthy of love. It will find you.
RR00 and okt0ber: You are both gentlemen and scholars. May our friendship live long....and prosper.
wide: If you still read this from time to time, thanks for the prayers and support in the Fall of 2007. I'll show up in your office one day. Don't be scurred.
KT, Champ, Chill: Thanks for having this place. I needed it and it was there.
and finally,
to my friend mad_fan: You are the best friend I never met. Someday I hope to meet this Saint you married, and I guess you could be there too.....
CoveMom
The Poster
The Legend
(damn, I am going to be pissed if the little sign didn't change, aren't I)
But really.
Many of you already know that the last couple of years have been both difficult and exciting for me.
In July of this year I opened a small shop in Copperas Cove. Well the end of the year is here and the shop is still open. Not making any money yet, but I am employing 3 people (1 full-time) and the income is starting to pay the rent/utilities. 2009 is going to be a better year for business. I have to believe that.
I have a Senior this year. I am so proud of him and what he has overcome to be who and where he is. He was a 1lb, 14oz premie and is doing just fine tyvm. His dream is to be a Football/Sports Manager, first at a D1 College and then, maybe for a Professional Team. He will soon be an Eagle Scout and is graduating in the top 20% of his class. Not bad for a kid we were told would not be able to make it in regular school.
My 8th Grader tried Football and Basketball this year. Mostly to be able to tell the HS coaches next year "talk to my coaches at CCJHS" when they ask him to play a sport. He will follow his brother as a HS manager. He was recently inducted into the NJHS. He too will be an Eagle Scout someday. And he has decided he wants to be a Chef (maybe he'll teach me to cook). Not bad for a kid who entered 2nd Grade unable to read, huh? I am so proud of him and what he has overcome to be who and where he is.
My husband of 26 years retired from the Military in September of 2007 and works most of the time in New Mexico leaving me with a lot of time on my hands. Time I could dwell on the bad and not see the bright future ahead of me and mine.
These are the exciting things. Now...
In August of 2007 I lost my dear sister suddenly of an apparent heart attack. I spent 4 months living in Tyler trying to settle her affairs and while I was there my Mother suffered a devastating stroke. She is now in a nursing home. Content, but she will not be getting better. My Father and one of my Brothers passed away several years ago and all that is left is my oldest Brother, me, and Mother. We have all had a hard time dealing with our losses.
Why am I posting this now? Well, the idea to get to 6,000 and make a thread like this came from a true desire to thank all of you for helping me get through the last 18 months. They have been hard. Some good hard, some bad. But more bearable for having the friends I have on this board. I am sure I will forget to mention someone. No fears, that is what the edit button is for...
Firebird: Keep pissing me off. I enjoy a good fight. And it's okay if we occasionally agree.
ktCarl: You need to let the hair grow out and look the part you play.
Ladies of the Board (and you all know who you are): We got to keep on keepin' 'em in line.
dada: We will fulfill your dream of supporting an inner city school. Count on that.
Young Turks of the Board: Keep on keeping on guys. Your confidence in yourselves comes through loud and clear. Stay in school, follow your hearts and don't get lost in the minutiae of life.
LPMom: I am so glad we met. You are one of the keeper friends. Looking forward to football games together next fall!
farmer: Life is looking up for you. I know you don't see that yet, but it is. Stay focused, keep charming your clients, wait for love. It is worth waiting for.
Young Ladies of the Board: Advice is only as good as the one giving it. But when you ask, we will all answer.....
jtk1519: You left the board once and I wrote you a long pm. Do you remember it? The same advice holds true today. You are worthy of love. It will find you.
RR00 and okt0ber: You are both gentlemen and scholars. May our friendship live long....and prosper.
wide: If you still read this from time to time, thanks for the prayers and support in the Fall of 2007. I'll show up in your office one day. Don't be scurred.
KT, Champ, Chill: Thanks for having this place. I needed it and it was there.
and finally,
to my friend mad_fan: You are the best friend I never met. Someday I hope to meet this Saint you married, and I guess you could be there too.....
CoveMom
The Poster
The Legend
(damn, I am going to be pissed if the little sign didn't change, aren't I)