Went to Indiana to see the family and friends last week.  Got there Saturday, 10/11 and returned Monday, 10/20.  I took a long trip so I could make sure I had lots of time to see everyone. 

I spent most of my time worrying about my Grandma.  She recently had quad bypass surgery and has had problems since.  I was trying to do my part to help with things.  I visited her each day in the rehab facility.  I looked for assisted living places to move her into.  We dont think she will be able to return to her house - at least not anytime soon.  Needless to say Granny is NOT happy about all of this.  She wants to go home and does not really comprehend why she cant.  That makes her unsettled and anxious.  We try to explain the reasons, but she is not accepting it.  I would think this would be a hard thing to deal with.  I cant imagine having to rely on someone after being so independant for 76 years.  I just hope this gets better for her soon.  We are all stressed out about it, but I know she is having the harder time. 

Saw the babies.  They are SO cute.  They’re 9 months old now and on the move.  They like to scream when they are happy.  Just look at each other and scream - really loud.  Stop for a while...look at each other again and scream some more.  Must be some odd twin language they are speaking.  Jamison is the same length as Elyse, but he is 2 lbs. heavier!  He has the cutest little chunk legs and loves to be tickled. 

I did not get to meet up with my friend L.G. in Chicago like I had planned.  I really wanted to see her this time since she is due to have her baby in November.  Just did not work out.  I miss my pal!  I will see her and the baby next time.

All in all it was a good trip even if it was stressful.  I got to see everyone again and visit.  And I am glad that I was able to visit with my Granny and “help” some.

Ok so I have not posted in over 3 months.  I know what you are thinking..."Dayle is a lame ass”.  Yes, I am.  Been busy and more interested in being a voyeur on Facebook that I have not cared to update this page.  I dont feel like I have too much to say.  I’ll just start spewing thoughts and see what we come up with…

Ok Ebet got married 8/29/08 in beautiful Hendersonville, NC.  There were about 20 of us in attendance.  Was a very nice trip and so glad to be a part of it all.  Ebet & Courtney had been together for 10 years and engaged for 2 1/2 so it was time!

Heading to Chicago/Indiana 10/11-10/20 to see family and friends.  Will be having dinner with Laura on Monday night downtown Chicago.  I will take the South Shore Line into Chicago and meet her at the Michigan Ave office.  She is due on 11/2 so I hope she does not go into labor at dinner!

Cant wait to see my family (dad’s side), dad, Cathy, my sisters, grandparents, aunts/uncles...and my niece and nephew.  They are twins and were born in January.  Jamison & Elyse....so damn cute.  I know I am biased, but they really are so pretty!  Just so happens my mom, Grandpa Keenan, Aunt, and Cousin will be in town too.  So that is a nice coincidence. 

Going to Atlanta for Thanksgiving to see Papa & Grandma Keenan.  Will be seeing Jeanette for dinner on Friday and then will meet some friends for drinks after.  I cannot believe that I have not seen Jeanette in...um...probably like 7 or more years!  It has been so long that I cannot remember the last time I saw her!

Going to Seattle for Christmas to see my mom, brother & stepdad.  That will be nice.  I hae not spent Christmas with them in so long I can’t remember! 

Lots of travel this year. 

Work is good.  Still as the same company for 10 years in March.  Still like my job, still learning lots, and keeping myself challenged.  I get my second sabbatical as of 3/22/09 (4 weeks paid time off in addition to our vacation time!).  I would like to get to Europe.  My friend Molly and I are hoping to get to Italy for a week or so.  We would have WAY too much fun there! 

That’s all I have for now.