I'll be the first to admit I've dropped the ball. I'm sorry I didn't post for your birthday. I don't really have an excuse except that I'm a loser.
If it makes you feel any better, I've even forgotten to post for birthdays of people with whom I shared a house for the first 17 years of my life.
For example: Kristin, 2008. She was here IN DALLAS, in part, to be here for my daughter's baby blessing and I still managed to completely neglect her birthday on the blog. I remember watching her unwrap her beautiful flowers her hubby sent for the occasion and it still never occurred to me that that meant I should post on the blog.
Dale, 2009. It was Thanksgiving weekend. I was with Mom when we were at the store buying his birthday treats with which we were going to celebrate. And was that sufficient to remind me to blog for him? Nope. Again, I'm a loser.
Other birthdays I've neglected: Rick's, Stephen's, Katie's, Adam's, Carrie's, (Matt's) Lisa's, and (Brett's) Lisa's.
I even forgot my wedding anniversary our first year we were married. What a gem I am, eh?
Anyway, I hope I haven't offended anyone with my bad memory. Sorry, though. I do feel bad. Any suggestions for a better memory?
Maybe you shouldn't have to be the sole poster. Maybe for married adults, spouses could do it. Maybe for unmarried adults, it is a free-for-all or a no-for-all.
Invidious non-Lisonbee discrimination! I hear they call us "mud-bloods" when we're not around. I'm looking legal remedies as we speak. I have a call into Gloria Allred, and expect to hear back from her any time now.
How about I just skip to my part in all of this and share some favorite memories. Take, for example, the time I cried when I found out you and Justin were getting married. Or, how about when I shared a bed with you two? Coziest night's sleep I've ever had :) Oh Kate...what a saint you were to put up with the little sis that apparently had some serious attachment issues. I love coming to visit you in Denver or Dallas, you always make sure to keep us good and entertained. Not to mention you raise some dang funny kids. I'm looking forward to my pre-mish visit when I can hang out with you guys and eat some more of that dang good ice cream!
I think Katie is fantastic. She is an excellent mom and has put up with Justin (enough said). She has also taken on a tremendous role with Dale's kids. It is amazing how they have changed. Happy birthday. You can mourn your transition into the Lisonbee family with Carrie.
Katie, no post I could write could adequately express my gratitude for all you have done for me and my family over the past 18 months. Thank you so much. You rock.
Well, I am loser on many levels. I have to admit that I haven't been checking in on the blog on a frequent basis so like Tams, it never crossed my insensitive jerk-faced mind. Katie is an amazing person on so many levels. As Mark so delicately put (hiding behind Carrie's username) Katie does have to put up with me and all that comes with me. You know, ER visits, spreadsheets for everything, UFC with Nate, wound up kids right before bed...etc.
IN addition to that, she keeps a great home, makes tasty dishes and is incredible with the kids. Her patience and kindness blow me away. The best part is that she does it without a complaint or any expectation for a reward (unless you consider a blissful life with me a reward!) There are so many great things about her. I love to catch her singing in the kitchen, reciting disney movie quotes (by heart) or laughing to a comedy. She is the best. Lovems.
I'm a jerk too! Ahhh! I didn't forget your birthday, It was Jan 8th. I know because I was thinking of having Charlie share your birthday. But since she couldn't wait to get here, she and Adam ended up sharing their special day instead.
I too have been a blog/facebook delinquent since Charlie came. She keeps me quite busy (as do my other 3 kids). Now I know what it's like to be a mom of 4- and I'm not so good at it. So Kate (and Michelle), props to you!
Kate, it sucks you live far away because I learned how to make the cutest hair bows and I miss the days when we used to be crafty together- I could leach off your scrapbooking ideas and stuff, remember?
How can you not love Katie? I mean, the first time I met Katie she was giving my baby a bath. What's not to like about that? Speaking of which, Charlie could really use a bath right now... And Katie is the mother of one of my most favorite nieces (camille), her other kids aren't bad either (ha ha). Mackenzie was so lucky to have you as a baby sitter while you lived here.
It's not easy to find a spouse that can roll with the Lisonbee humor, and Katie, I think you've mastered the art! I mean, you've got a fine appreciation for Napoleon Dynamite and Christmas Vacation.
You and Justin have such a great, fun, happy family, and I know you are a big part of making that happen. Thanks for giving my bro the life and wife he deserves- and some seriously awesome kids. Why can't you live closer so you can share your cooking recipes with me?
Oh, and you know we are going to road trip it to Texas this summer, right? It's OK if we stay at your place, right? Mackenzie is so excited to come see Emma. Again, how I wish we lived closer to more cousins :(
Ok, Thanks. You are all forgiven. And Kristin, you can come crash anytime, I can't wait to see you guys this summer! I hope Kenzie will stay here too, at least part of the time she is here.
Kate - what can I say. You came into the family and gave me hope that maybe all of my daughterinlaws wouldnt hate me. I loved the trips to Costco with all the kiddies, I loved the days you would hang out with us, I love how happy you make Justin and what a wonderful wife, mother, friend, daughter in law, sister in law etc etc you are but most of all I love the times you say you miss me cause I miss you too - all the time. I hope you wont feel the need to leave Dallas when we come because even if for just a short time I would love to make some more memories before you move somewhere else. You are amazing and we are very lucky to have you. I love you
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I'll be the first to admit I've dropped the ball. I'm sorry I didn't post for your birthday. I don't really have an excuse except that I'm a loser.
If it makes you feel any better, I've even forgotten to post for birthdays of people with whom I shared a house for the first 17 years of my life.
For example: Kristin, 2008. She was here IN DALLAS, in part, to be here for my daughter's baby blessing and I still managed to completely neglect her birthday on the blog. I remember watching her unwrap her beautiful flowers her hubby sent for the occasion and it still never occurred to me that that meant I should post on the blog.
Dale, 2009. It was Thanksgiving weekend. I was with Mom when we were at the store buying his birthday treats with which we were going to celebrate. And was that sufficient to remind me to blog for him? Nope. Again, I'm a loser.
Other birthdays I've neglected: Rick's, Stephen's, Katie's, Adam's, Carrie's, (Matt's) Lisa's, and (Brett's) Lisa's.
I even forgot my wedding anniversary our first year we were married. What a gem I am, eh?
Anyway, I hope I haven't offended anyone with my bad memory. Sorry, though. I do feel bad. Any suggestions for a better memory?
Maybe you shouldn't have to be the sole poster. Maybe for married adults, spouses could do it. Maybe for unmarried adults, it is a free-for-all or a no-for-all.
Invidious non-Lisonbee discrimination! I hear they call us "mud-bloods" when we're not around. I'm looking legal remedies as we speak. I have a call into Gloria Allred, and expect to hear back from her any time now.
How about I just skip to my part in all of this and share some favorite memories. Take, for example, the time I cried when I found out you and Justin were getting married. Or, how about when I shared a bed with you two? Coziest night's sleep I've ever had :) Oh Kate...what a saint you were to put up with the little sis that apparently had some serious attachment issues. I love coming to visit you in Denver or Dallas, you always make sure to keep us good and entertained. Not to mention you raise some dang funny kids. I'm looking forward to my pre-mish visit when I can hang out with you guys and eat some more of that dang good ice cream!
I think Katie is fantastic. She is an excellent mom and has put up with Justin (enough said). She has also taken on a tremendous role with Dale's kids. It is amazing how they have changed. Happy birthday. You can mourn your transition into the Lisonbee family with Carrie.
I don't know my password and posted under Carrie's name.
-Mark
Katie, no post I could write could adequately express my gratitude for all you have done for me and my family over the past 18 months. Thank you so much. You rock.
Well, I am loser on many levels. I have to admit that I haven't been checking in on the blog on a frequent basis so like Tams, it never crossed my insensitive jerk-faced mind.
Katie is an amazing person on so many levels. As Mark so delicately put (hiding behind Carrie's username) Katie does have to put up with me and all that comes with me. You know, ER visits, spreadsheets for everything, UFC with Nate, wound up kids right before bed...etc.
IN addition to that, she keeps a great home, makes tasty dishes and is incredible with the kids. Her patience and kindness blow me away. The best part is that she does it without a complaint or any expectation for a reward (unless you consider a blissful life with me a reward!)
There are so many great things about her. I love to catch her singing in the kitchen, reciting disney movie quotes (by heart) or laughing to a comedy. She is the best. Lovems.
I'm a jerk too! Ahhh! I didn't forget your birthday, It was Jan 8th. I know because I was thinking of having Charlie share your birthday. But since she couldn't wait to get here, she and Adam ended up sharing their special day instead.
I too have been a blog/facebook delinquent since Charlie came. She keeps me quite busy (as do my other 3 kids). Now I know what it's like to be a mom of 4- and I'm not so good at it. So Kate (and Michelle), props to you!
Kate, it sucks you live far away because I learned how to make the cutest hair bows and I miss the days when we used to be crafty together- I could leach off your scrapbooking ideas and stuff, remember?
How can you not love Katie? I mean, the first time I met Katie she was giving my baby a bath. What's not to like about that? Speaking of which, Charlie could really use a bath right now... And Katie is the mother of one of my most favorite nieces (camille), her other kids aren't bad either (ha ha). Mackenzie was so lucky to have you as a baby sitter while you lived here.
It's not easy to find a spouse that can roll with the Lisonbee humor, and Katie, I think you've mastered the art! I mean, you've got a fine appreciation for Napoleon Dynamite and Christmas Vacation.
You and Justin have such a great, fun, happy family, and I know you are a big part of making that happen. Thanks for giving my bro the life and wife he deserves- and some seriously awesome kids. Why can't you live closer so you can share your cooking recipes with me?
Oh, and you know we are going to road trip it to Texas this summer, right? It's OK if we stay at your place, right? Mackenzie is so excited to come see Emma. Again, how I wish we lived closer to more cousins :(
Ok, Thanks. You are all forgiven. And Kristin, you can come crash anytime, I can't wait to see you guys this summer! I hope Kenzie will stay here too, at least part of the time she is here.
That last comment was from me!
Kate - what can I say. You came into the family and gave me hope that maybe all of my daughterinlaws wouldnt hate me. I loved the trips to Costco with all the kiddies, I loved the days you would hang out with us, I love how happy you make Justin and what a wonderful wife, mother, friend, daughter in law, sister in law etc etc you are but most of all I love the times you say you miss me cause I miss you too - all the time. I hope you wont feel the need to leave Dallas when we come because even if for just a short time I would love to make some more memories before you move somewhere else. You are amazing and we are very lucky to have you. I love you
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