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December 20, 2011 By Sarah Halstead

Ten Random Thoughts on Tuesday

Filed Under: Family

I have seen Karli do something really similar to this and I have a lot of random things to tell you, so here it goes:
1. I made the Paper Mama’s Holiday Photo Challenge. I need your votes. Go here to vote. It was for this photo. We are #23. I will be forever grateful. Thanks!


2. Here is Dustyn singing at his 1st Christmas Program. Next time I am taking my tripod. Sorry it is so shaky.



3. Carsyn has a new diagnosis. It is a sub version of Lobar. It is actually less severe and is the reason he doesn’t have a lot of the problems other HPE kids have. It is called MIH HPE. Pretty crazy. We got this diagnosis from the Carter’s Center. They have lots of specialist that deal with HPE cases.


4. I have been a baking maniac but I still have not started wrapping presents. I still can not believe there is only 5 days until Christmas. Just crazy.

5. I have a Shabby Apple Giveaway going on right now.

6. I am going out tonight for girls night. YAY! I just need to find a babysitter because Kenny has to go to his good friend’s, dad’s viewing. Does that make sense? I am sure it is not the right punctuation.

7. My best friend from Kansas is in town till after Christmas. YAY! I will be busy hanging out with her so the blog may get neglected.

8. There is a BIG announcement coming.

9. We are all finally on the mend I think. Hopefully we will be feeling 100% better before Christmas.

 10. I am writing over at Paper Heart Camera today and sharing a free new Lightroom Preset.

 

Well that is it. Hope you all have a wonderful Tuesday. I may be able to catch up after the first of the year. Thank you to all of my loyal readers that keep coming back even when I don’t get the chance to visit them.

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  1. Branson says

    December 20, 2011 at 10:26 pm

    Preschool singing is so cute! I am excited that they are making progress with an exact diagnosis for Carsyn... the more you know the better, right? And hooray for best friends... enjoy your visit!
  2. Tiffany Rhodes says

    December 20, 2011 at 9:07 pm

    So cute! And yay for Carsyn! Can't wait for the announcement!
  3. Charlene Long says

    December 20, 2011 at 8:45 pm

    Wonderful pics! Glad you are getting some answers about your son. I hope mine come soon! Enjoy that girls night out and have a Merry Christmas!
  4. Amy @ Marvelous Mommy says

    December 20, 2011 at 8:32 pm

    Super cute! I voted for your picture.
  5. Jessica says

    December 20, 2011 at 7:08 pm

    and so happy you received a less severe diagnosis for Carsyn.. hope you all have a very Merry Christmas!
  6. Jessica says

    December 20, 2011 at 7:05 pm

    Wondering what the big announcement is?!
  7. rachel-wildflower photography says

    December 20, 2011 at 3:27 pm

    oh my goodness...the very shot is so very cute! merry christmas!!!!! ;)
  8. Rachel says

    December 20, 2011 at 2:54 pm

    So happy to hear that wonderful news about Carsyn!!!!
  9. kelly @ In Everything says

    December 20, 2011 at 2:38 pm

    good news for the new diagnosis!! You sound busy!
  10. Artistically Amy says

    December 20, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    I am so happy that the new diagnosis for Carsyn is less severe!
  11. Kim says

    December 20, 2011 at 12:07 pm

    I wil go over and vote now. I need to head over to Paper Heart Camera and read your post, along with a free LR preset. I still have not processed one photo in LR. It just sits on my desktop. I really need to learn it.
  12. Ashley Sisk says

    December 20, 2011 at 12:00 pm

    I love these types of posts - love that card...love Dustyn's video...and an announcement...what is it?
  13. SarahinSC says

    December 20, 2011 at 11:07 am

    WHAT is the BIG ANNOUNCEMENT????? I hate surprises! So, that's a good thing about Carsyn, right?
  14. Gina says

    December 20, 2011 at 10:42 am

    SO excited to hear about Carsyn. That is amazing news!!! & lady- your cookies look fabulous. I never have the patience to frost them. My hubs is lucky to just get me to take the time to do rolled cookies at all. :D hehehe
  15. Adeena says

    December 20, 2011 at 9:59 am

    I haven't started wrapping, either. Today for sure. ;) YAY about Carsyn!! That's awesome. And Dustyn is too cute.
  16. deb says

    December 20, 2011 at 9:15 am

    Dustyn is so cute singing at his program! I'm so glad to hear that Carsyn's diagnosis is less severe. That photo of him in his santa hat is so adorable! Sounds like you have put that beautiful new mixer to good use! I need to make cookies today and I haven't wrapped the first present, but at least I think I only have one more to buy! Have fun with your friend!
  17. secret mom thoughts says

    December 20, 2011 at 7:44 am

    Congrats on the finals for the card challenge. I'll vote for you.

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I'm Sarah and I am the writer behind this blog. I love sharing recipes, DIY projects, photos and about my everyday life. I married my high school sweetheart Kenny. We have three boys and one baby girl - Dustyn, Carsyn, Prestyn, and Annelyn. Thanks for stopping by, can't wait to get to know you more. Read More…

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