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Just stopping by to share a little something with you all. Esp. the TWILIGHT fans!
Hilarious! I hear she does it even more on “Adventureland”… This is gonna bug me when I see the new one later this month 
I’ll be back soon with some new knitting!
~L
Happy Monday Family and Friends!
This past weekend was a blast!
First, we had a dance for Bubba’s football league on Friday night. Bubba and Nacho dressed up in their costumes and had a ball dancing the night away.
Bubba was MJ and Nacho was BATMAN….
Saturday, Bubba’s team played Spring Hill. It was an exciting game! It was the first game of the play-offs. We won 27-21. It was almost an upset. Our boys pulled out a win in the last 2 minutes! Maria and Lloyda came out to watch and we were yelling our heads off! It was INTENSE!
Saturday night we all drove to Chris’ house for a party. I took the kids trick-r-treating in her neighborhood. (It’s a nice subdivision in Mount Juliet). The kids had fun walking around and knocking on people’s doors. LaiLai kept saying “Tank yew, Mommy, fo tayting me tit-oh-teet!” Adorable. And she wasn’t shy in the least bit to say “Titt-OH-Teeet” to Chris’ neighbors, and she even yelled “Tant Yew!” after they handed her candy. Nacho was the shy one, speaking softly and standing behind his little sister. Ty helped me with the little ones, he held Nacho’s hand and I held Lai’s as we walked down the streets. DH stayed at Chris’ while I was with the kids.
DH took Lai to Mom’s after a couple of hours. She didn’t have anyone her age to play with, and she was a bit afraid of Chris’ doggies. We spent the rest of the evening enjoying good food and good company. We played dominoes, while the kids played Wii. We laughed and laughed and laughed. I wish you all could’ve been there too…..
Now on to the pics:
I was a “knocked-up GHETTO Toof-Fairy”, with my Baby Toof-Fairy, and Big Daddy Toof!
Chris the GLADIATOR!
Kris and Annie (Gypsy Vamp and Medusa!)
Doug and Denise (WoW characters, I forget the names)
Kris and Ty (Oh look! It’s Bella and Jacob!) hahahaha
Kelly was Mother Nature.
It was a long fun night for everyone. THANKS CHRIS!
How was your weekend?
~L
Little Kit(ten) is doing great. According to mommy, he is breathing at 21% (a very good thing!) On Sunday night, the nurse said that he was really fussy, moving around and whimpering/crying. So much so, that he had taken his oxygen mask off, pulled his line out and wiggled out of his little blue cuff (in the picture above). Poor little man was hungry. They decided to start feeding him formula (since mommy’s milk hasn’t come yet) through his line. And lo and behold, he stopped fussing. This news has made me so happy, you have no idea. “Eating” formula (or breastmilk) is an awesome sign! I have a feeling this boy will be coming home sooner than expected. At this rate, anyway.
They also did a spinal tap to check for signs of infection in his nervous system and spine. It’s all clear. HALLELUJAH!
Lloyda was even able to change his diaper twice. You should see the size of those things by the way. Tineee-TINY.
This is him under the light to prevent jaundice. See his little hairy back? So adorable. He’s even sportin some snazzy eye protection “shades”. squeee!
AND OUR FIRST PICTURE TOGETHER:
Thanks Chris and Regan for your comments. You two are so awfully sweet, sometimes I wonder how I could be so lucky to have friends like you.
I’ll keep you posted on any new developments.
~L
My baby sister Lloyda gave birth to a baby boy this past Saturday.
We had originally thought she was 16 weeks along, but according to the nurses at the hospital, she was more like 26 weeks. We will never really know for sure.
It was a scary experience for everyone involved. Baby came quickly and is now in the NICU at Centennial Hospital (the best in the region for preemies).
I got a call from a nurse at Southern Hills Hospital early Saturday morning (6:30am). She told me that my sister is having her baby and to come to the hospital RIGHT NOW! I hurried out the door, calling my mom and brother to come over and stay with my kids (Danny was at work). The drive over was torture. All I kept thinking was “It’s too early, it’s too early, it’s too early”… I was minutes away from the hospital when the nurse called back. She told me to just head over to Centennial Hospital (about 15 miles away) where they are transporting her via ambulance (both calls, I heard Lloyda in the background screaming in pain!) I took the quickest route I knew and arrived at Centennial the same time as the ambulance. I saw them wheel her in on the guerney as I was running from the parking lot. I asked a couple of people where they wouldv’e taken her and took the elevator to the fifth floor. As soon as the door opened, I could hear Lloyda yelling down the hall and the nurse at the front desk told me that I could not go in. I stood at the door and the room got quiet. I was so nervous. When they finally let me in, I walked into the room to see 5-6 other people in there and my poor little sister in her bed. She started crying uncontrollably. A nurse was at her side consoling her. That same nurse said that babies born 26 to 28 weeks have a 95-98% chance of survival. Amazing. The baby was in the small bed for the newborns while two nurses hovered over him. I couldn’t see him at first, but when they wheeled in another bed with a plexiglass enclosure, the two nurses moved aside so that baby can be moved into that bed. HE WAS TINY! At first glance I saw Lloyda’s face. He was dark-complected and quite normal-looking. They had him wrapped in plastic and a nurse held a oxygen pump to his little face. And off he went into the NICU.
We didn’t get to see him for another 2 hours. When we finally did, Lloyda and I got to touch him and really see him. He’s a miracle.
Let me introduce you to Francisco Kitiona:
This little guy will be in the NICU for about 10 weeks. They will not release him until he can breathe on his own. Lloyda was kept in the hospital for 2 nights (she gets out today).
It’ll be a long road, but he will not be alone. We’re looking forward to holding him and watching him grow into a strong, healthy man.
Congratulations, Lloyda! Welcome to mommy-hood.
Birth measurements:
2 lbs. 10 oz.
14.5 inches long
Happy Birthday, little Kit!
We love you.
~Aunty Lette
=)
Spending some time looking at awesome photography on Flickr. Found this little cutie and thought I’d share.
Be back soon, my lovelies!
~L
Our in-house fashionista has done it again:
She’s so da bee’z-kneez!
Happy Hump Day, y’all!
~L
Tyler got hurt again at practice. This time it’s his neck / upper back. I took him to get an MRI yesterday and we will get the results “within 48 hours”
Tyler said that they were running hitting drills and he went to hit his teammate square in the chest with his helmet/head (like the coaches tell them to do) and tweaked his neck with the impact. He was sore that first night (Wednesday) so DH made an appointment with a doctor the following day.
That first doctor had an xray done and noted a curve in his spine that is not normal. Apparently it curves the wrong way at the top and that this doctor has never seen anything like it. It sounds scary, but I think Ty may have been born with his spine already like this.
The MRI yesterday lasted an hour and has been sent to the radiologist for review. We’re praying for a good outcome and speedy recovery.
Anyway, I thought I’d share the x-ray of Ty’s neck with you to see if you can tell what the doctor is talking about:
Side view.
Side-view at an angle.
It’s weirding me out to see my son’s innards. I know that some people find this sort of thing fascinating, but I guess I don’t have that gift. haha.
Anyway, I’ll update you as soon as we find something out.
Have a great weekend!
~L
She was having so much fun, she neglected this little guy.
I don’t know if she was “wallpapering” or putting up reminders? So cute.
~L
Tonight’s the benefit concert for Samoa.
Come out if you’re in the Nashville area!
It’s a beautiful day in Nashville! It’s 63 degrees and SUNNY! God’s smiling down on us.
LoveLove
~L
The Katinas are holding a benefit concert for the victims of the earthquake and tsunami that hit the islands (Samoa) this past Tuesday. If you are in the Nashville area next Wednesday, please come out and help make a difference in the lives of those who lost so much.
Thank you for all your prayers for my home. And if you would please, continue to pray for healing for the people of Samoa, American Samoa, and Tonga.
This week has been very hard for me. I’m finding it so hard to work when my mind is with Samoa and the people I love. On top of that, my birthplace (the Philippines) has also been hit by devastation this week. They experienced tremendous loss from a typhoon that caused major damage and took the lives of 246 people (with 42 still missing). Typhoon Ondoy (Ketsana) reeked havoc on the capital of the Philippines, Manila. This is the city where I was born and where I spent the first 3 years of my life. Below is a video slideshow of images taken during the storm. It is heartbreaking and crushing to watch.
Finally, I leave you with a song that has been a huge encouragement for me.
Redeemer by Nicole C. Mullen
“Who taught the sun where to stand in the morning?
and Who told the ocean you can only come this far?
and Who showed the moon where to hide ’til evening?
Whose words alone can catch a falling star?
Well I know my Redeemer lives
I know my Redeemer lives:
Let all creations testify
Let this, life within me cry
I know my Redeemer lives…”
Be encouraged and know that God reigns.
Amen
~L
As you may have heard, my island, my home, my SAMOA was hit by a devastating earthquake yesterday. An earthquake that caused a series of tsunamis that demolished homes, destroyed roads, and took loved ones. I’ve been keeping up with family and friends through facebook and can happily report that my family and friends that still live there are okay. So far, the official death toll is 111. There are still dozens missing. I’ve been numb watching the videos and looking at the pictures of the island. It’s so sad.
My heart goes out to those who lost loved ones, and/or their homes. We are praying for peace and a smooth recovery. To God be the glory!
~L
Friday!
Happy dance!
So, we’ve been watching the new show “Glee” and it’s a quirky little show with alot of funny lines and scenarios. This week’s episode had a football team dance to Beyonce’s “Single Ladies” ON THE FIELD! Hilarious!
Homecoming’s this week, for both Ty and Bubbs. It should be a good game tonight. We’re lookin to be 5-0! Woot woot!
Have a great weekend, y’all!
~L
Hi there.
The sun keeps peeking out, but only for a few minutes at a time. Come out and play, sun, we miss you…
~L
Happy Monday!
Healing nicely. Thank you Jesus.
This past weekend rained and rained. It was a very nice weekend regardless. Ty’s game Friday night was in Hendersonville. It was a tough one for the boys. They went into TWO overtimes and the second was delayed 30 minutes because of lightning (only in the south!). We won! It was so nerve-racking and exciting and arrrrggghhh. Yeah. I was still a little feverish that night but really wanted to come out and support the team. The little ones, thankfully were with my mom….
Saturday I stayed home all day, because of the weather. Nate developed a fever late in the afternoon (he stayed home today from school). Bubba won his game too. DH is also under the weather. (So much for the no-kissing-rule! He still got sick). sigh….
Anyway, after folding laundry (SIX loads) in front of the TV and cleaning and hanging out, the kids and I turned the TV off and spent some time together. We brought out our drawing supplies, set up on the dinner table and went at it. I really enjoy this time with the kids. Fortunately, they all love to draw too. It was so sweet.
Pics:
Nate was explaining his drawing. It’s the Xmen guys and a rainbow 
Ty’s cartoon drawing of Nate.
“Mommy, I was being silly and I colored a blue horse. THERE’S NO SUCH THING AS A BLUE HORSE! hahahaha”
I love it!
Anyway, I doodled a little, but was enjoying watching my kids draw with such intensity and concentration. It’s so wonderful to me that they love what I love.
On other news:
I started KNITTING again! Or rather, I’ve been actually WANTING to knit again. I’ve completed a few small items and they are so cute! I’ll share with you later.
Love ya!
~L
I have the flu.
It sucks rocks.
I didn’t go to work Wednesday and Thursday and spent the day napping and sweating. Not fun.
Anyway, I feel better today. Not 100%, but definitely better.
So what’s been going on at chez lette? Well, there’s the always entertaining in-house-kindergarten-extraordinaire-NACHO! He’s full of stories and jokes. Last night Ty was kind enough to help him with his homework (he also cooked dinner, washed dishes, and gave Nacho a bath). I can see Ty smiling the whole time! I even got Ty to film the conversation Nacho and Gords were having at the dinner table. Gords and Ty were giggling up a storm. I wish you could have a chat with this little guy, it’ll make your day.
There are no big plans for this weekend. Ty’s game is tonight in Hendersonville, and Bubb’s is tomorrow at 4:00. The forecast says there’s going to be rain.
What’s new with you?
~L
Hi. I miss you.
It’s been crazy busy for me. My work PC decided to quit on me. The last time I backed up the thing? 2007!
I know. Serves me right. Learned a valuable lesson. It won’t happen again.
Anyway, the past weekend was awesome. Both the boys’ teams beat a couple of good teams. And both of them played awesomely. Esp. Bubba.
Also:
- Went thrifting at Goodw*ll and scored some awesome books.
-Checked out a used book store in my area and was slightly disappointed at lack of selection (altho they had a HUGE selection of Romantic Smut books, which I am not into).
-Visited the library and checked out “The Bean Trees” by Barbara Kingsolver. It’s a wonderful little book.
-Watched more football on TV. DH’s teams won (49ers and Trojans).
-Watched some of the Lord of the Rings trilogy (TBS had a marathon).
I love this movie!
Knitting:
-Nothing much new to report. Still slowly knitting on the socks and the scarf. I’m almost done with the socks.
I hope your week is going great.
-L
And it’s only Tuesday.
Firstly, we had a very relaxing Labor Day. We slept in and hung out at my mom’s. We enjoyed some Filipino dishes and played some pool.
Pork adobo and rice. YUM!
Also this past weekend, Ty’s team beat Gallatin 42-35. It was a very exciting game.
Lastly, our Nacho made “Star Student of the Week!” I’m so proud.
Along with all the highs there are the lows.
First, Nacho had an accident at Mom’s on Labor Day. He was doing what most little boys do, CLIMB things. He was entertaining himself by climbing all the furniture in Mom’s basement when he slipped and caused a picture frame (unmounted) to fall, shattering the glass, and he landed right onto the pile of glass shards. He didn’t realize right away what happened and looked shocked. Then, slowly, like a siren’s gradual bellow, his cry was alarming and quite pitiful. He had a huge gash on his knee. It bled alot and was sliced to the bone. Poor baby. We bandaged it up as best we could and called his doctor. She instructed us to watch the wound and if it stopped bleeding that it would be ok for us to care for it at home. As a precaution, he stayed home from school today, even after the sad little cry he gave when he found out he wasn’t going to school this morning. He awoke as Bubba was getting ready for school. He asked. “Where’s Bubba going?”
“He’s going to school.”
“What? I wanna go to school!”
“Honey, Daddy and I want you to stay home so your knee could get better.”
With a pout and tears rimming, he says “But I’m Star Student of the Week.”
I almost cried. You see, the Star Student gets the whole week in his honor. He gets a poster all about him mounted on the classroom wall and he gets to “show and tell” 3 of his favorite items. Along with that, a loved one can come and have lunch with him and tell a story about him. It’s really quite awesome. Hopefully, he’ll be able to go back after seeing the doctor tomorrow morning
Also, my work computer crashed sometime this past weekend. When I arrived at the office this morning, I was greeted with a blue error screen. After numerous tries, I could not get it to start up. I called IT and set up a service call. He didn’t come today. So, I was stuck without a computer and stealing time to check my work email from the “community” computer. It sucks.
Anyway, it can only get better, right?… The IT-person will come and fix old Betsy or maybe even give me a “new” one. yeah. that sounds nice….
I hope your week’s full of joy.
Later
~L
