Putting Things In Perspective

This was a long day for Daddy. After being trapped in the house all weekend, today he had to venture out to work. This weekend was full of relaxation and chasing behind CJ. Daddy and CJ both are hyper and do not do well cooped up in a house for to long. This is just another reason we know that CJ is the direct offspring of her daddy. Last night during every live performance at the Video Music Video awards, CJ wanted to dance with her father at that very moment. Now Daddy enjoyed it for the first two songs but after song six and seven we definitely knew who the elder was and that was Daddy.

So after being worn out by his daughter all weekend Daddy slept well last night and then had to get up this morning for work. Now all weekend Daddy heard that the area around his job was flooded. The problem was that the job never communicated with the staff workers. So Daddy depended on friends from the area and his students to tell him which way to go. They were a great help as well.

So daddy finally arrived to work after a long commute. The day was productive and he was pleasant throughout. He left a little early to beat traffic back home. Once he got there his baby CJ greeted him with her usual smile and enthusiasm. No matter what, after a long day at work CJ can take all her Daddy's problems away! She is my joy!

Now that becomes a problem when it is bedtime. Daddy can not stand to hear CJ become hysterical. He likes peace and quiet sometimes and when she is left alone and asked to go to bed she goes crazy. However if Daddy goes in the room She will at least stop crying and stomping and then lay down. She will not go to sleep tho but Daddy is at ease.

Mommy says Daddy has to get tough and he knows that but tonight and most nights Daddy just does not want to hear it. We will have to pray for him some tolerance. So now Daddy will be investigating a few bedtime techniques to weaken CJ's fury. Daddy has a lot going on in the next few weeks where he must stay composed and focused. CJ going to bed quietly would help tremendously. God will handle it all and lead Daddy through this most interesting time. Pray for CJ's bedtime antics and Daddy's strength and perseverance. Be blessed all!

After Irene

Long day in the house.

Hurricane Irene/Father of the Bride

After a filled week Daddy was able to saty home today. CJ and Mommy were home too. We spent the day resting, Daddy who woke up earliest did not get out of bed to 11AM which anyone who knows him, knows that is rare. He went and brought breakfast and came home to sit around and do nothing all day long.

This weekend the east coast has awaited hurricane Irene. The skies were gray and the rain was misty by day. Now that it is nigt the rain is coming down a lot harder and the wind is blowing. CJ was put to bed earlier but she would not go to bed. Mommy made the statement to Daddy, "I know you are going to get her." Mommy was right, Daddy just figures sometimes it may be easier to get her to sleep with them instead of hearing her scream and cry in the bedroom alone.

While he waited for CJ to go to sleep, Daddy and Mommy watched, Father of the Bride. This movie is what Daddy sees himself doing when CJ gets married. No matter how old she gets she will always be Daddy's little girl. I will have to get this movie stored somehow. Daddy will need it for detox.

Now as the hurricane is nearing, Ddaddy and CJ pray we keep power and no one gets hurt. God is in control and we patiently wait for him to do what he feels necessary. You all be blessed.

Just Left

Daddy and Mommy had a wedding. CJ stayed with her grandma. Before they ledt CJ left out without incident. We found out she went to the park and ahs a blast.

Revival

Daddy had to preach tonight. CJ told someone she was ready to go. More to come.

Doctor's Visit

Will continue tomorrow. CJ was a handful at the doctors office today.

Earthquake

Today was the first time in his life that Daddy felt an earthquake. No, he was not at home with his family he was at work. Daddy tried calling home but noone picked up. When Daddy fianally was able to reach Mommy, she and CJ were OK and Mommy knew nothing about the quake.

On the ride home Daddy spoke to CJ and she told him to be safe on the way home. Mommy told Daddy that CJ was saying that Daddy is at work and that he was not here, also Daddy go bye-bye. Daddy assured CJ that he would see her in a few and when he walked in was greeted by her loud hello's and a radiant smile. It warms Daddy's heart when CJ is so excited to see him. He is also glad that Mommy lets CJ know that Daddy is out working. It is important for CJ to understand that her parents work hard to ensure that she is well fed and taken care of. This is help her to understand that she must work hard for everything she wants in life.

So without any knowledge, CJ survived her first earthquake. Daddy did too! To God be the glory!