Since it's the Van Sickler Family Blog I need to fill you in. Answered Prayers. Andrew will be attending the University of South Florida in the Fall. He is persuing a Masters degree in Biomedical Sciences~in hopes of going to medical school. Jordan will be a junior at the University of Florida. Still an Accounting major, hoping to become a CPA. Joel is still working long long long hours, but always has a sliver glimpse of retirement not far behind. We have purchased 15 acres in North Carolina and hope to one day build a log home. I know what you're thinking.... I said I would NEVER build again. It's one of the top reasons I went into Real Estate. But Joel assures me that BK Cypress- is the company to use and it'll be fine. We will be celebrating 30 years together, so time will tell.
Looking forward to visiting the Van Sickler's in Winchester this weekend. I'm sure we'll get our fill of crabs, beer and laughter. Some things just never change. Today I end my blog with....God is always faithful.

July 17-19th

Had a wonderful shower this weekend. Grandma Elaine came and Aunt Sarah Schultheis too. Rose is getting bigger, as Caitlin's belly expands. We had a great time. Grandma Elaine treated us to a wonderful dinner Saturday night at Macaroni Grill.... it was delicious! Then Sunday was the baby shower for Baby Rose and Caitlin. They are truly blessed. No stone was left unturned. We all scooted off to a late Sunday Mass, again... perfect timing. Sunday evening we did "take out" pizza from our new favorite PIZZA PUB! Ending the evening with a huge Poker game in which (father) Matthew took away the honors. Monday was our last full day with Aunt Sarah and Grandma Elaine so Jordan took them on a boat/fishing trip. Everyone caught at least one fish. I drove (mama) Caitlin to the beach at Lover's Key and then we all had our last lunch together. Grouper sandwiches, chicken wraps, burgers , and calamari ....yummy.

Its a Girl!!!!!

Can't believe I haven't blogged since April. Well everyone! It's a GIRL! We are so excited. I guess we really would have been excited either way. But now we can actually picture her. Caitlin is now past the 20 week mark. Her morning sickness has subsided for now. Although when she starts to gag... look out. Baby Shower July 18th at the house. So excited Grandma Elaine and Sarah Schultheis will be flying in. God is Good!
Today is Andrew's 23rd birthday. He is home for the summer. I actually think it has been a little hard on everyone. After graduating from FSU with a degree in Biology - his future right now is up in the air. Praying hard for direction for him.

on their way

so excited tonight. Caitlin and Matthew are on their way to Fort Myers for the weekend. I can't wait to see them. Caitlin and I will go shopping .... for maternity clothes. It is going to be great.

A special mother in law

I have to say how blessed Caitlin is regarding Mother-in -laws. She says she has to pinch herself. Elaine Schultheis spent a selfless spring break with Caitlin and Matthew. Caitlin was feeling so sick and was really tired. This very special lady took very good care of her. Caitlin went through a major withdrawl when she left. I can't tell you how comforting it is to know that your daughter has a mom like this in her life, and then to end up being related..... oh thank you God. As grandmothers, we are so excited. It is nice to share this with Elaine (and Larry).

April 6, 2010

Well, Matthew sent us updated ultrasound pics but I have no idea how to upload them from a PDF file. Today, when I spoke with Caitlin, she is still experiencing morning sickness. It virtually lasts all day. Poor baby. I know this too shall pass but it is a bummer going through it. She and Matthew are traveling down to Fort Myers on Friday. She has a test that day and of course Matthew has class, so they'll leave when they are finished. Joel and I can't wait to see them. It feels like it has been forever. ( actually since Christmas)... but who's counting. I want to get up to Pensacola at some point. Real Estate has been very inconsistant... It's hurry up and wait... I have closings in May, June, and July. It's fun, but a lot of work keeping up with these contracts. Off to clean the house. Our housekeeper has been really sick and I'll need to pick up the slack for the next few weeks.... not too fun... but a girl's got to do what a girl's got to do.