Thursday, October 16, 2008

New Bo Pics & Other Good Stuff

I'm sooo sleepy, but I love sleeping on my mommy.

Little Cuddle Bug
I'm awake now.


Ok, going back to sleep.



As you can see Bo is getting much bigger. He has almost all of his little puppy teeth in. He has also started barking, well actually it is more of a purr/bark, but still cute. The other big development with him is that he is now walking on all fours. He is getting really big, I can't wait to bring him home in 2 weeks. It will be an exciting time!

I would like to thank everyone who reads Bring The Rain. I didn't think that posting a comment on this blog would bring so many great people to my blog. Everyone was great, and it helps knowing that so many other wonderful people are and were thinking about me. You all offered me great comments and words of encouragement. Thank you all for that. For those of you who asked if I cared if you continue to read my blog of course not, come on over. The more the merrier. Thank you again for all of your thoughtful comments.

In other news, I'm going back to Youngstown tomorrow for a visit!!! This will be the first time I have gone back since packing up our house and moving home. I'm so excited! I have a very busy weekend planned but I can't wait to get there. Tomorrow afternoon when we get there I will go over to the stadium to see "my guys" at YSU. I talk to two of the coaches almost every day, but I can't wait to see them. Then the rest of Friday is going to be spent with my girlfriends. We are having a slumber party Friday night at my friend Lora's house, my other friend Jennie, and my boss Teressa will be there. I'm so looking forward to seeing them, it has been a long 5 weeks without them, again I talk to them everyday but seeing them is going to be great. Then on Saturday I'm meeting with the football wives for a lunch that that have planned for me. After that I'm off to the game. This is going to be bitter sweet. I can't wait to go and see the team, but at the same time it is going to be hard going to the stadium, walking past Shawn's office, and looking up in the press box where the coach's sit and not seeing Shawn. I know that I'm going to be fine, but it still will be hard for me. After the game then it is time to hang out with the guys. We are going to go to my favorite restaurant that Shawn and I used to go to with the coach's. Then I'm just going to hang out with the guys and probably watch some more football. That's ok though because it will be a typical Saturday. Then Sunday I will meet everyone for breakfast and then say our "see ya laters" (we don't say goodbye) and head back to Michigan.
I won't be on after tomorrow morning. But I will update Sunday when I get home. Again thank you for everything!!

47 comments:

Val said...

We will be thinking of you and praying for a safe and fun trip. I can tell you are one strong person! Can't wait to read how much fun you had!

Lisa said...

Bo is soooo cute! Have a great time this weekend and stay safe.

Debz said...

Love the puppy pics!!
Have a great weekend!

Anonymous said...

You really are strong like Shawn says you are. You seem like such an incredible woman, and you are have so much strength to go back and see all of the reminders of Shawn.
I grew up with my sisters boyfriend and we use to go to Baskin Robins for our own little 'dates'. He passed away three years ago this June and I still cant bring myself to go into a Baskin Robins.

Anonymous said...

Hi Jen,
I am glad you are going to see old friends. I think it will help you so much.
Little Bo is growing up so fast. Enjoy the puppy time, it is precious.
I am glad you posted on Angie's blog. She has a wonderful healing voice on her blog. There are so many of us who read her words and are better for reading.
I hope you rely on everyone who cares about you and want to help you through this time.
Big (((((hugs)))).
Patty

Jamie said...

Bo is going to be so much fun! He is a cutie.

I hope you have a good trip to Youngstown. It sounds like you have been missed terribly! Have fun!

To A T said...

Bo just keeps getting cuter and cuter!!

Hope you have a good time this weekend!

Grace, Hope and Joy said...

What a cute puppy Bo is!! I will be praying that you have fun this weekend and that it helps bring some more healing to you.

Blessing,
Angie M.

I Believe in Miracles said...

Bo is absolutely adorable!!
I hope you have a wonderful, wonderful weekend. I'll be praying for you.
**HUGS**

Rebecca Jo said...

I've never seen a puppy sleep so much!!!! He's adorable though!

Praying you make it through your trip OK - I know it wont be easy - but rely on your friends to help you through with some smiles!

~*~Bre~*~ said...

I just read your post on Audrey Caroline's website. You are in my prayers. It shows what an incredibly strong person you are to have gone through two tragedies, and so close together. I just wanted to let you know that you have one more person praying for you, and that you feel God's presence and His loving arms wrapped around you in this difficult time!

BTW your puppy is adorable!

Brianne

Cara said...

It sounds like you are ready to go back. May you be blessed with strength as you walk in some of your old places.

Jodi said...

Good luck! I'm sure you will have a nice trip with lots of ups and downs.
Where do you live in MI, that is where I am too!

Kriss said...

I also found you on Bring the Rain. Your story really touched me. Made me hug my husband and kids a little tighter. My children are adopted after a 7 yr IF battle. Three weeks after we got the first two children my husband got diagnosed with polyarteritis nodusa. Which is tumors of the arteries because he had a tumor rupture in his testicle. It could have been his brain, kidneys or heart. So your story hit close to home. Huge hugs to you and your strength. -kriss (www.onelovelybb.blogspot.com)

Elaine at Matters of the Heart) said...

I will be praying for you. I hope you have a good trip. The puppy is adorable.

Sara said...

Precious puppy!

Have a fun and safe trip to visit with your friends! You are a such a strong person - you really do inspire me.

Can't wait to read all about your visit!

Amanda said...

He is such a little cutie!! And Im happy to hear that you are able to get together with all of your friends. Have fun. You deserve it!

Charlotte said...

Have a great trip, Jenny. I'm glad you are going back to visit. You are amazing and strong and brave. I'll be thinking of you this weekend. And Bo is the cutest thing ever!!

Anonymous said...

Jen,

Bo is terribly sweet! I hope and pray that your weekend is one that brings comfort to you. I hope you keep reading Angie's blog...it's good for the soul.

Darlee

Jodee said...

I just came over from Bring on the Rain. I am so sorry for both of your losses. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Have a safe trip.

Joy Junktion said...

I'm sure it will be a bittersweet moment but God will go with you. I will pray for you while you travel.

Have a wonderful slumber party. That sounds fun.

Bless you, Cindy

Amy's Blah, Blah, Blogging said...

I just stopped over from bring the rain and I just wanted to say I'm so sorry for both of your losses. It is just so heartbreaking to even hear the story...I will certainly say a prayer for you.

Jennifer said...

My 2nd message..I am coming over from Bring the Rain... I will say a prayer that you are blessed with a wonderful relaxing weekend full of beautiful memories and comfort with old friends! Looking forward to your Sunday post.

Jennifer

~*JaYmE*~ said...

I am going to hunt you down & take that dog! Just kidding. He is just the cutest thing! I hope you have a good time this weekend w/your friends!

kristin said...

I read your post on "Bring the Rain" this morning, and haven't stopped thinking about you today. (nope, don't know me, either) Looks like you're going to have to make your blog private if you don't want a bunch of women following your story from now on as it appears you have touched soo many of us. :) I'll be praying that you will be able to find some sort of comfort during this extremely difficult time.

Melanie said...

I saw your post on "Bring the Rain" and followed your link. I was a little taken aback when I read that you were going back to Youngstown. I am originally from Warren.

I am so incredibly sorry for your losses. I cannot imagine what you're going through, but I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that your trip back to Youngstown is a comforting and healing one.

-Melanie

Amanda Towne said...

Also found you from the Bring the Rain post. I'm so, so sorry for your losses.

The puppy is beyond cute. I hope you have a wonderful time this weekend.

Amanda
www.homeschoolblogger.com/Amanda625

Jo said...

Found you from Bring The Rain as well.

You and your story really touched my heart as well.

You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Anonymous said...

Bo got soo big since your last photo's! How cute is he, I bet you're dying to take him home!
Have a wonderful weekend!
XX

Diana said...

I found your blog from "bring the rain" also and I just wanted to say how Sorry I am for all you are going through. You have a lot of people praying for you and 2 special angels watching over you.
Have a great weekend surrounded by friends.

Lex said...

I came across your page through Angie Smith's page (Audrey Caroline) and just wanted to let you know that you'll be in my prayers as well. Have a safe trip and a good weekend :).
~Lex

Anonymous said...

Just thought I would let you know, I have thought of you since I read your message on Bring the Rain. I know you are a complete stranger but I have prayed for your strength. Your life really touched my heart. You will continue to be in my prayers. God Bless You.

Tara McMillin

Chuck and Anna said...

I just read your post from Bring the Rain. My heart goes out to you. I can't imagine what you must be going through. Just know many people that don't even know you are praying for comfort for you!

valerie said...

I too came here from Bring the Rain. There are over 1800 comments in the one post. Your's is one of the first ones.
I can't even imagine what you're going through. There is so much love and encouragement on the blog.
Just a little while ago I was cleaning and singing and just praying and thanking God for the special people I've met on the blog. I began to pray for each need I know some have & praying for them to have joy. I'm adding you to my list. God has special plans for your life, Jen.
God bless you,
Valerie

Courtney said...

Just wanted you to know, I just read your comment on bring the rain and I was truly touched. I am praying for you! Stay strong!

hsumama said...

I too came over from Audrey Caroline's blog. I was brought to tears by what has happened in your life over the past 2 months. You are in my prayers. And as you asked, I've hugged my husband a little tighter since reading. I've also let things that might have otherwise bothered me, slide. You've given me new perspective. Thank you. I'm sorry of what made it so you could teach me that lesson though.

Bo is adorable. Have a wonderful time with your football friends.

Your strength is admirable.

Mama Bear said...

Bo is a cutie pie! Just had you on my mind and wanted to check your blog! I hope you weekend is nice sounds like you will stay busy!

forevermoores said...

Jen -
I have never met you, but I read Angie's (Bring the Rain) blog often. I was just reading her most recent post and saw your comment and I couldn't help but cry. I just want to send prayers & support your way. I cannot imagine what you're going through. Please feel free to KIT - I will keep updated on your blog as well.

~ becca

nancy said...

Hope you are having a good time tonight!

Anonymous said...

I hope you don't mind, but I just saw your post on Audrey Caroline's page and wanted to let you know how sorry I am for your losses. Super thankful for your precious new puppy. May God be with you and grant you the courage to live day in and day out.

Amber Benge said...

Hi, I'm another reader of "Bring the Rain" and I read your comment there. I started crying and then came over to your blog and devoured your story, one post at a time. I am amazed at how you are surviving such an incredible loss. I pray that God would send you comfort and peace that passes all understanding. I pray that through Jesus, you will continue in strength to find your new normal. May God bless you!

Williams' bunch said...

I read your comment on the Bring the Rain blog, and I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your losses.

Missy said...

Jen,
Hi, just like everyone else, I read your blog off of "Bring the rain" and was immediately drawn to your story.
First I want to say "I am so sorry for your losses." I pray God will give your peace and most of all strength to live each day as your destiny is fulfilled.
Thank you for sharing your story with us in the blogger world.
I hope you had a wonderful time going back home this week-end to see all of your friends you left behind.
Just know I am praying for you and may our God Bless you.
Your sister in Christ,
Until we meet one day.
Missy - Picayune, Ms.

Sarah said...

Such sweet pictures of Bo!! Hope you enjoyed your weekend with friends!

Addicted to Beadz said...

Jen,

I, too saw your comment over at "Bring the Rain." I just want to say, I'm so sorry for your loss. I will pray as you start this new life.

Love your little puppty. Is he a Boston Terrier?

Blessings!
Cheryl

Tracy said...

Jen,

I found you over on Angie's blog where I was scrolling through the comments b4 posting mine. That night I read through your entire blog! My heart was breaking for your over your losses...

I love your little puppy and his name. We have a Bo in our house - my 1st baby(b4 human babies)as well - in the form of a rotten, housedoggie, black Lab.

I hope you had a wonderful weekend. I pray for you as you continue on this path. Thank you for sharing your journey with us!

Rachel said...

I too found your blog through Angie's blog and just spent the past hour reading through your entire blog. I am so sorry for your losses and glad that you have so many wonderful memories with your husband. I have lost seven babies through miscarriages but can't even begin to comprehend your loss. I will be praying for peace and comfort in your heart. May you find new direction in your life.
Hugs and prayers
Rachel in PA
PS Your new puppy is adorable.