With two full moves in 1 year under our belt and a twin pregnancy 6 months in, I am feeling like I have made it through a large tornado.  The said tornado has landed us in Alpharetta, GA where I am demanding we stay forever because I am certain I will not survive another move.  :)

Kevin took a position as Director of Golf at the beautiful Horseshoe Bend Country Club in Roswell, GA.  I can say for certain we did not think we would ever get back to the Atlanta area, but with Davis and twins on the way, being near family and friends makes perfect sense.  I am not sure why God continues to see a path we didn't see coming for miles, but MAN we feel beyond blessed to have landed where we are.
The above video just simply makes me happy!  I haven't been keeping up with this "journal" of mine (can't imagine why) :) but I know writing this stuff makes me happy- even if it is just for my eyes to see! Looking at a potential "bed-rest" from my doc's orders in a few weeks, I am certain I will be writing more and more. 
Love, missy

"Not accepting new patients"

I know the saying "I'm sorry, we are not accepting new patients" is just a sign that the doctor wants to be sure to give his/her current patients the highest level of care- and I really appreciate this.... however, why does it sting like a rejection?  I found a gulp in my throat when I just heard this at a very highly recommended Acupuncturist in the Dallas area.  I am sure there are other good ones, but this one seems to have an excellent IVF support program.
Speaking of IVF, after many conversations, Kevin and I have decided to transfer our 2 remaining 5-day old  embryo babies in June 2011, hence my reasons for acupuncture.  I am a bit nervous and need so many positive and excited voices around me to stay positive.  I remember when we went through this 3 years ago, I surrounded myself with only positive thoughts and comments from friends AND family.  I avoided friends and family that were not necessarily excited- and find myself doing this again.  After talking to my friend Darla in NC this morning, I am pumped up and feel so positive, so this is my way of doing it!
As for Davis and Kevin, they are on board and positive- so neither of them have to move out :) lol
Kevin is getting busy with lessons- had 4 last week- all new clients!  Davis is talking about EVERYTHING- counting to 3 and ABCs to about M or N.  He plays golf or at least has a golf club in his hand at all times during the day.... yes, even sleeps with his clubs.  Not sure where he gets this from :)
I will write a lot more with the upcoming excitement!
Love and Hugs.... m

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Lately, I have been transported straight to my childhood- living through Davis.  That perfect smell of fall leaves and fireplaces being lit for the first time this season is just YUMMY and PERFECT.  Somehow I also crave foods like pumpkin anything (pumpkin cheesecake pie most recently) and chili.  My waistline has noticed these things as well.  Energy is up- walking and running more often- and just enjoying the best part of the holidays- the anticipation!  

Davis has found his happy place outside.... never inside.  I love this too thank goodness!  If we MUST be inside, the Golf Channel is in high demand (by no push from Kev or me).  Writing this blog makes me remember the fun and beautiful parts of our life- rather than the daily worries of job, money, health and general modern life frustrations (my cell phone drops everyone all the time- grrrrrrrrr).

Seeing this picture of Davis lying in a pile of leaves just puts "all that matters" into perspective.  I am so thankful for this little guy- he really has brought things full circle for me and he doesn't even know it!  He is pure joy and is growing way too fast.  I will be using this post as a "go to" place when I need to remember what is most important in life:  a huge pile of leaves to soak in!

The day has come!!... We can finally turn on the TV without the awful politicians yakking about what they will do different, etc..... and FALL IS HERE!!! The great cool temps have rolled in like a breath of fresh crispy air. My energy level is on the rise with this weather.... happens every fall and spring- I love it!!

My little guy has had a blast exploring our new home and neighborhood! He throws out a casual "HI GUYS" to anyone passing by our house... he is becoming Mr. Social and it is just hilarious how comfortable he is becoming in his own little skin. He is obsessed with FireFighters- which is full circle for me as my grandfather was a fireman. The picture above was a special day for Arlington, TX as well as for Davis! The first home game of the World Series with the Rangers and the Giants brought a full TEXAS spirit to the Durkins! The brainwashing has begun with my son by our dear neighbors (Arlington Natives) and Davis has a serious mean "CLAW". As we headed to a Rangers party to watch the Series, there was a firetruck parked at the local grocery store and the firemen were stocking up on snacks for the game. When we pulled up, Davis was blown away (as usual) with the truck. The firemen insisted he sit up in the front seat and they gave him a big hat and "Jr. Firefighter" sticker. Yes, I know they do this for every kid- but how do these special men (and women!) make each child feel like they are so special???? It was just the best feeling watching this.

We have had nothing but great experiences since moving halfway across the country and away from family and friends.... one of the harder moves we have ever made. I am learning that a "family" comes in many many forms.

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I am so embarrassed that it has been all summer and no new post! I guess you could say this has been the summer of "unforgettable". So many changes have happened- some great and some sad. Kevin and I have been SO blessed in every aspect of our life for the last 3 years, even when from the outside looking in, things have not seemed so great. The "re-evaluation" of dreams is an extremely conflicting act. The whole point of having dreams (to me) is the journey of pursuit AS WELL AS fulfillment. And the "journey" has dominated any close fulfillment in recent years. With this said, Kevin has decided to put his big dreams on hold for a few years and pursue some shorter-term dreams. He has come to understand that you don't have to wait until you fulfill dreams to give back. Giving back is half the fun when you have a gift as he does. When Kevin met Jon Sinclair over a year ago, he discovered a trust and friendship that has been so healthy for him. He has never worked with a coach that he knew had his best interests at heart. As Kevin came to realize he needed to put tour golf on the back burner, Jon seemed to be the one person who reluctantly understood (as a coach) but believed in Kevin enough as a man to ask him to come work at his awesome training facility in Euless, TX.

So here we are- ON THE MOVE! All the stars seemed to line up in that our house sold and the opportunity to work with Jon came in the same week. Meant to be???

Well, we will know soon enough! We sold our home Aug. 11th and plan to be in TX by October (with a temporary stay in Highlands, NC). So with this said, our summer has been a summer of changes, reflection, realization and chance.

With all of this I am certain that we have been blessed with amazing parents, sisters, brothers and friends. I will miss my NC friends dearly. I hope to be lucky to make more friends in TX! Ready for the next chapter!

So I write a lot about Davis and I but don't get to brag on Kevin and how hilarious it is to see D and him "wrestle"! Davis loves to tackle lately and RUN everywhere... and in the clip he has a double ear infection and the crup (spelling??)... anyway, clearly he is feeling better!!

Love to everyone! Happy Easter- All my appreciation to God and my Savior for our BLESSED life!!!!! xoxo