Happy Thanksgiving!

We've been so busy around here we haven't had a chance to update the blog! Sorry!!

Mike had his shoulder surgery November 2nd and it went well. He had tears in he labrum and he rotator cuff. He's recovering well and even has full range. He's excited that he finally progressed to therapy with 2 pound weights this week!! He's my Superman!!

I started my new job at the first of the month now. I am now managing the rehab department of a retirement center that has hundreds of residents in a rental community of independent living clear to those needing extensive care. We stay super busy - which is a nice change!! The best part is that it's only a 10 minute drive from home!!

Devin started winter track last week and is looking forward to his first race. Sounds like he'll be in sprint races again this year. That's what he's good at! The toughest part for him is balancing his time. He's at practice till 5:30, home at 6:00, tries to eat quickly, gets a shower, and doesn't get to start homework until after 7:30 usually. So - he's exhausted!!

Kayleigh made the All County Honors Concert Band this year!! We were so proud of her. The concert was last Saturday and the kids had ONE DAY to practice and learn their music. Kayleigh and I had fun shopping for a black dress for the occasion. She looked absolutely gorgeous! The concert was held at Reynolds Auditorium and all the kids did a great job. The picture below is her before we left for the concert.

Chase is still our ball of energy! Having Andy around (the new dog) has been a wonderful blessing to Chase. Chase has trouble with social interaction and gets funny when it comes to sitting by us, hugging us, etc. It's nice to see him loving up to a pet the way he does with Andy. They are definitely best friends!

Paige is loving pre-school and finally starting to show some interest in learning something! She turned 5 two weeks ago and had a birthday party here at home with her friends Carissa, Genesis, and Cassie. They made jewelry that the girls could take home, played outside, had cake, ice-cream, and presents. I was Paige's first true birthday party and she really enjoyed the attention!!

That's really it for now! I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving and a Blessed Holiday Season!!

The Lyons Family

(by the way - there are rarely pics of Devin because he won't let us take any of him!!!)


Kayleigh the night of her concert.



Paige he morning of her birthday party before church.