Yummy Yummy Williams Food!

So the Williams family brought us dinner tonight. Our family are not picky eaters by far. We like just about whatever. However Kael went crazy over this dish. I believe it was tator tot casserole. They boys loved it. They loved it so much that after dinner Garran was trying to sweep what had hit the floor. Kael was chasing Garran around trying to get every last little bite that he could. It was so funny. Here are our little guys shoving the yummy food in.. It was so funny..

Gillespies at the hospital.. Watch out!!

OK so I went in Monday for my back surgery. For those of you that check this, things went well. I am in pain but a much different kind and this pain is much more manageable. Anyways things as always got off to a great start when I arrived at the hospital. I thought to myself, we really have unusual luck I guess you could say. When I arrived to check in, I was going over my paperwork and they had me listed as a single male. I had to laugh when the nurse did not believe me. I said well there are few things wrong on this paper, she replied no there are not. I said yes there are, I am most definitely not a single male. I am a married woman. So we got that switched and then headed back to where they do the pre-op interviews. While we were there I got changed into my gown and everything and Garran decided that he needed to use the rest room. So he was in the restroom for a few minutes and all of a sudden the bell starts dinging for the nurse to help whom ever is in the bathroom. I almost died laughing. The nurse went to the bathroom door and knocked and asked if Garran needed some help to which he replied with a very funny NO! I was laughing so hard that the nurse had to hand me some Kleenex. We all were pretty tickled. The nurse even let out a little laugh. it was pretty funny. Anyways the surgery went really well. It only took about 50 minutes to do the actual surgery part. This was me in recovery.

I was all puffed up with pillows tucked everywhere and only somewhat comfortable. But anyways the other very funny thing but I have to admit extremely embarrassing thing that happened was that after my surgery my surgeon came around to check my strength and incision. Well the were all just fine but while he was checking my strength he was leaning over the bed I accidentally kicked him where no man really likes to be kicked. It was horrible, what was even worse was that we were the only two that had realized what had happened. So there was this awkward pause in our conversation and then we just proceeded as if nothing had happened. Oh it was embarrassing. But i got to leave today and come home. I was very happy for that. It is tuff being home because the kids do not understand that I can not hold them. But oh well. Cullan really enjoys my new breathing machine that they sent me home with. It is to keep me from getting pnemonia. Garran thought it would be funny to get a picture of me doing it, so everyone can enjoy it.

Naughty part 2

Garran and I were getting ready. All of a sudden I thought it had been quiet for a while and this how we found him.. All I could do was laugh. He loves candy corn. It was too funny.

Tomorrow is the big day!

Wish me luck .. Monday is the day. I am having my back surgery. I am nervous but so ready for this pain to be gone. Wish me luck!I'll be praying everything goes well!

Salsa Salsa Salsa!!!

My friend Stacy had a salsa party today. It was a great day for it, the weather was wonderful and the food was yummy. Everyone brought a different salsa and a main dish that went with the theme. It was a good time, but he funniest part was the pinata. The kids had a great time. Especially Cullan. It was a little rough because it was nap time, but we really loved whacking that thing. It was so funny so I thought I would post some pictures to show you Cullan swinging like CRAZY!!

Cullan had this weird thing where he had to wait for the swinging man to be face to face before he would swing. It was strange but cute!This was Cullan when he did not get to hit the pinata anymore. He really liked it and I might add again that it was nap time!

FEELING ANXIOUS

Well my surgery is just a few days aways and I have to admit that I am feeling a bit anxious. I am sure that things will be fine, but it is major surgery and I am starting to get those pre surgery nerves. I always think about my boys.. All my boys and if anything ever happened how sad I would be. The are all so sweet. Wish me luck... I am hoping for the best..

Kael's First Steps

If any of you can get this to play or can tell me how to make it play you can see Kael's first steps!!

So Exciting!

Plus Cullan dancing is super funny!

A day at the Hospital.......

Well today we were on our way to the hospital where I am going to have my surgery next week. Cullan of course was watching Cars.... (seriously I know it is a problem) Anyways I had to take a picture of this because it was so stinking funny. As you can see Cullan is super happy watching his DVD. This however was Kael. Completely dejected because he could not see the screen. Does his face not just say it all. I could not help but giggle when I saw the face that Kael was making. It just looked so defeated. Like Argg he never lets me see that stupid movie. Very Funny. Anyways, I went to the hospital today for what I thought was going to be pre-op blood work. Yeah I guess that they had a little more in store for me than I thought. I got there and they did blood work, blood pressure, x-ray, and and EKG. I will not go into detail, but I will say it was a very awkward experience having the ekg.
Any of you out there that have had one I am sure know what I am talking about. Anyways it was a full day. But I just have to say how cute Cullan was at one point. When the nurse went to get the blood pressure cuff, Cullan stuck his arm out, and knew exactly what it was for. I was so impressed because the nurse had not gestured toward anything relating to anyones arm. He is a smart little whipper snapper. He really wanted her to do it to him, which she did. Then she did it to me. Blood Pressure is great just for those who are wondering! Anyways Cullan clapped at the end of each time. The nurse was very impressed. She oohed and ahhed over him, which of course he enjoyed. Then on the way out a lady commented to Cullan that he must be a great big brother. He shot her won of his great smiles and then reached over in the double stroller and grabbed Kael's face laying a big one right on his cheek. Boy he was a HAM today. But it was very cute!

Cullan Watching Cars of Course!

We were on our way back from Des Moines one time, and this was a video I took of Cullan. He was dancing to the music on cars. I missed that but did not miss him smiling so cute and sticking his tongue out.. Too Funny!!

Great Moments

When we went to my parents house Cullan loved to get in the dogs cage. How funny is his face? It cracks me up!

My mom and Kael. Isn't this a cute picture!

Ok how super cute is this little boy!

GUILTY PLEASURES~

Well I am going to admit some of my more dorky side tonight in this blog. I am sitting here watching the world premiere of High School Musical 2. I don't know what am I doing. Cullan watches Disney channel all the time, so I have seen the first one a couple of times and it was kind of cute. Some of it was a little iffy but, for Disney it was ok. Anyways I am sitting here watching it, when I could have changed the channel. I should change it but I am half way interested in seeing what the second one has to offer. I really can not believe it. I think that part of me just gets so tired of all the smutty crap that is out there, that sometimes it is nice to just watch some cheesy musical with a bunch of Disney teens. It is a sick addiction.

This weekend is going to be really great. We are getting semi new living room furniture and I a getting a girls night of scrap booking. I guess it is good to get fun in while I can. I am on the countdown for surgery. I have about 9 days until my back surgery. Oh well think positive, scrapbooking, new furniture, and High School Musical 2 lol.

TWO MANY LITTLE HANDS AND FEET IN THE BED!

Last night the boys were sound asleep until about 2:30 -3:00 am.

However we had a little bit of a thunderstorm and they both woke up and ended up in bed with us. Ironically enough both the boys wanted me. (Ironic because Cullan usually always wants Daddy, and with my back both boys clinging to me.. YIKES!) So it started with Cullan, he was the first one to join us. He crawled into bed and ended up snuggling up to my right side. Then Kael started crying, Garran went to get him. When he picked him up however, he instantly started saying MA MA and was reaching for me. So I said bring him on over. And in about 10 minutes everyone including Garran was back asleep, except for me. Kael had got jealous of Cullan and was sprawled over my stomach and Cullan was all snuggled under my right side. Now Cullan is napping. (With his favorite CARS pillow.) He never naps with out it. =) Kael however just woke up from his nap in a bit of a grumpy mood with a dirty diaper. But from that dirty diaper, I got a very cute picture. You will have to tell what you think!

Mart Cart 1200...... This is what I have been reduced to!

Well this was my ride of excitement when I went to Wal Mart today. I just can not walk around anymore due to the pain in my leg. By the time I get to the back of Wal Mart I have to stop and take a break. So today I decided to hop on one of these hog's and take it for a spin. I have to admit that it does not handle very well. Not much was left standing by the time I had gone up and down the aisles looking for my prized purchases!However I have to admit that I have a new respect for folks that have to ride in these shopping mobiles on a regular basis. I received quit a few dirty looks and one lady even laughed at me as I rolled by with my hair blowing in the wind. Maybe she was just jealous or maybe she was laughing at the trail of junk I was dragging behind me. I have to admit though, I think from now on I will be riding my Wal Mart Hog just to save myself back pain. The dirty looks and laughs out loud were totally worth not having killer pain. Well all for now but if you happen to see me at Wally world clear a path. I am dangerous in my Mart Cart 1200.

The best day in a long time........

Well today we went to Nauvoo. It was such a great day. Garrans parents took the boys and so Garran, myself and Silara went down to see a friend who had not been through before go through. It was nice to have the time with Garran just to relax and enjoy the town. This is where Garran and I got married, so it is always exciting for me to go back and spend time there. Anyways it was really good to see our friend Malissa go through and just to see so many of our other friends. I actually bumped into an old friend that I had not seen in a really long time. Unfortunately she is going through a divorce, but in this case I think it is for the best and she seems to be in a really good place with her decision. I was so happy to see her though. I gave her a big hug. It was just great. Afterwards we stopped to have some lunch and because of all the medication that I am on I get really thirsty. Anyways, when we stopped I said to Garran that I wanted a big drink because I was super thirsty. I meant a large. This is what he ordered. I think that we laughed for about five minutes after the lady handed it to us in the car. Garran got so tickled that he was holding his sides. It was enormous. The funny thing is that I only took about 5 sips and then fell asleep. (also due to drugs that I am on). Anyways it was just fun to have a fun day together.

As you can see it was a mega jug. I don't know if you can read the small print but it actually says a 1/2 gallon. Oh my goodness it was funny!

CONFORMITY

I have been thinking about this topic for quit some time and about how this word has been popping into my brain lately. As you can tell from this picture my little family is far from boring. We tend to like to play and be silly and have fun. However due to some recent events, I have thought about how sometimes I wish that my little family fit in more to some of those around us, so that maybe we would fit in a little better. However after going over this in my head for a long, long time I have decided that being a little crazy is ok. It makes life interesting. I don't think that it is good to always conform to fit a certain mold. If you fit it already great and hey you are probably crazy and zany in your own way. I am a firm believer in just being yourself. Accept your craziness and embrace it with open arms =) This does not mean that our family does not follow a moral standard or things of that nature, in that respect I guess we do fit a mold, or have conformed to what we believe to be true. I guess I am just saying that I feel as if I am done making excuses in my head for things that we do that might not be viewed as the thing to do to "fit in".

This blog may not make a whole lot of sense to anyone. It is more me just doing a little cleaning house of my thoughts. I feel better after venting. All for now, my crazy and not so crazy friends! =)

The perfect analogy to sum up my thoughts was given to me by my husband. "You can shake up the Italian dressing, but eventually it will separate back to it's two parts." Then he jokingly said " And we are the zesty part!"

NAUGHTY

I WALKED INTO OUR LIVING ROOM YESTERDAY AND THIS IS WHAT I SAW. NAUGHTY IS ALL I CAN SAY!

ROUND ONE GOES TO LITTLE BEAR!

So Garran and I have been discussing lately how Cullan and Kael for that matter are changing so rapidly. But Cullan has really started to blossom. He has come out with such a funny little personality. He has become very sweet and loving not that he was not before. He just can express it so much clearly now. Anyways for all the sweetness he has, he has his moments of not so sweetness. Which can be frustrating but so very funny at times. Here is my example, yesterday Cullan was being a little naughty driving his dump truck on the wall instead of on the floor. We asked him a few times to stop and then Garran started to get up. He walked over to the chair and said Cullan do you need to go to time out. Cullan laid in our big brown chair and pretended to be asleep by fake snoring (the funny part was that he did not close his eyes). He was just acting like he could not see us. Usually we are pretty good and do not crack in those situations but this time we did. It was to funny. We both just started dying laughing. It was so funny. We laughed and he eventually crawled out of the chair and went and played somewhere else. Oh how funny kids could be.
We also played a very interesting game of hide and seek. We were getting the boys dressed in their room where we store our winter coats. Cullan was hiding his face behind the coats and then poking it out and we of course would say "Where is Cullan" "There he is". But after a few times Cullan did not even bother to cover his face, he just pulled the jacket so it framed his face and looked up at the ceiling. Garran would say Cullan we can see you but he would completely ignore us until we said "Where is Cullan" to which he would jump out and we would say "There he is"
Kids really are funny.

CLEAN HOUSE =) & A QUESTION FOR YOU!

So today is one of those days that I have spent pretty much the whole day cleaning. I cleaned the entire kitchen, dishes and all. ( Having to stop every so often due to back pain =() None the less I pushed through and it is spick and span. I then moved on to the dining room. Clean as a whistle. The living room. You guessed it. Never looked better. I even did the boys room. I know, I can see the look of surprise on most of your faces. Those of you have that have seen my house know that I manage to keep about one room at a time clean but definitely not four. Actually never four. So as I am sitting here with both boys napping I am realizing what a peace comes from having a clean house. I know that it will not last long. As soon as my boys wake up it will be a pit again hence the tired lady on top of my blog. But for now in this quiet moment, I can look around my house and enjoy my accomplishment of a clean and beautiful house for five minutes. Ahh. Its wonderful.

Ok so for the next part. I hate buying cleaning supplies only to find that I am not impressed with what they do. So here is where you guys come in. I want tips. Cleaning tips. If you have a product that you love and can not live without, I want to know about it. See mine is the Clorox Anywhere. I love that stuff. You can spray it and clean whatever without worrying if your child may come and touch it before it dries. Anyways so I want to know all your great secrets. I know you have them! I hardly ever have days like this. However when I do, I feel inspired to try and keep my house that much cleaner. So help!!!!!!

LUMBAR LAMINECTOMY!

Well you have guessed it folks I am going back under the knife. What two surgeries in only three months! Oh yes it is true. I had my appointment on Wednesday and my doctor said that it was either surgery on Cortisone shots in my spine every so often. To which I thought for mmm a second and said no thank you. I have heard those things are horrible absolutely horrible. But anyways I really like my surgeon. I think he knows what he is talking about and doing. He is very nice and is totally willing to explain everything over and over if I want him to. He even said that he has had people back out of this as he was wheeling them into surgery so he said I am not locked in but my only other option is those shots. So anyways the end of this month I am headed in. I am very scared and nervous. But at the same time the thought of having relief from this pain I have been in for the past oh 3 months makes me very excited. Not being able to sit, stand, or lay in a comfortable position without pain shooting through my leg has been very annoying. Also as soon as I finish with this surgery my goal is to switch family doctors because mine has been an absolute nightmare and then try to avoid needing to go to the doctor for a while. I have had my fill. Before my gallbladder the only time I really went to the doctor was with baby related stuff. You kind of need them when you are prego! So I guess just keep me in your thoughts and prayers at the end of the month. I will only have to be in the hospital for few days but then for the two to three weeks after that I can not lift anything at all. Which really stinks with two cutie little boys. But I am trying to be as organized as possible. I am already setting up schedules and lists things like that. Hopefully everything will work out ok. I guess I have three weeks to back out if I want . But we will see what happens.

Unbelievable Courage!

OK so today was a unusual day for me. I had a doctor's appointment this morning that really did not end up going that well. I found out that once again I will be having surgery. I am not at all excited about it and am still looking for other options right up unto the day I go in. Anyways as I was waiting to go and see the doctor there was an older man and his wife in the waiting room. The older man out of no where would start singing. VERY LOUDLY (i might add). He was just belting out any old tune he could think of. At first I looked at him like "OK kind of weird there fella", but then I had to kind of stop myself from kind of chuckling because he then stopped singing and began talking back to the TV that was in the waiting room. As a commercial would come on he would once again very loudly try to guess the product being advertised. And if he got it right, a very enthusiastic YES YES would follow. But if he was to get it wrong he would yell out OHHHH NO I WAS SO CLOSE. As I was listening to all this his wife seem to be sitting there next to him completely oblivious to her husband and his interesting antics. She was just knitting a blanket that she had brought with her. She did not seem to have a care in the world. Very much like the Grandmother in National Lampoons Christmas Vacation. The oldest of the women. Anyways this was my first encounter with courage today. I thought if only I was that brave, to do whatever I felt like whenever I felt like with out a care in the world as to what the people around me thought of what I was doing. He was perfectly happy and i thought someday when I am old and gray I will sit in a doctors office and belt out a ditty or two for some young person and hopefully they will admire my courage too.
My second encounter with courage today was that my cousin came home from Iraq today. We went to see his unit come home. It was very exciting. On the highway we were running a little behind but it ended up being really cool because we met up with the buses and the patriot guard (those motorcycle guys that escort all the troops home). Anyways it was really cool to see those guys riding with the troops and it was exciting to see me cousin today. I am glad that he is home safely and I am thankful for what he sacrificed for everyone.