Monday, March 21, 2011

Time...Where did it go?

Ragon at Four Years Old.

Greyson....big daddy is 2.















Me and my boy!!!

I am so sad that I am sitting here looking back at my blog and it has been almost six months since I have posted something. I used to send ugly emails to my friends who didn't update their blogs. And now....for me, it has become a thing of the past. Until recently, when a little birdy told me they had read my blog....start to finish. What in the world? If you did that, then you would think that I died somewhere in November of 2010....So sad isn't it. Good news, I didn't die. I just stopped blogging for the Winter. Maybe for good, but who knows. I used to have more time. Kim, tells me she liked me better when I was a prosecutor because I didn't work from home. Maybe that is what changed. Maybe leaving the DA's office and going to private practice took some of my "play time" during "nap time" away. But to be honest - I wouldn't have it any other way. As much as I miss my time as an ADA, I love being in private practice. I love adoptions and guardianship's. Where I used to put people in jail for abusing or neglecting their children, now I just have to worry about finding the children a safe place. So while I might have more work, I do sleep better.

Ragon....This little nugget is a gift, I tell you. While I used to think she was very much like her mama, I have started to change and think that she might just take after her daddy. She does resemble me...physically at least. She is the sweetest little girl. She has some spice to her - don't get me wrong. The other day at her Dad's soccer game, we were leaving, and as we were walking away a stray soccer ball hit her right square in the bum! She turned around and without hesitation, yelled "Hey!"....the entire team ROARED with laughter. It was pretty funny. She didn't think so, and promptly turned into her mommy's leg and bawled her eyes out. One thing for sure, she won't be walked on! Maybe she is a little like me! Tough on the outside, tender on the inside! She is growing like a weed. She rides her plasma car like a biker chick, can ride a scooter, runs like a cheetah and is pretty athletic (Don't laugh - that part is from her dad for sure!) She has the most beautiful green eyes, and brown hair - that just might turn blond this summer - with ringlets that go for miles! She means the world to me, and I love being her mom.


Greyson - This dude is a momma's boy. Wierd though, if I hadn't been in the very room he was born, I would question his authenticity as far as Murphy genes go. That kid is Francy through and through. Only thing he could have possible received from me is the blond hair. Otherwise, he is built Francy tough! He is in the TWO's stage. Which in our family....it means you are a challenge. He wants me to hold him all of the time. He is starting to ride his tricycle. He also rides a plasma car like a madman. He also talks up a storm. The other day, he was watching David put steaks on the grill. He told David, "that's gigusging" (Disgusting)...and he hasn't said it once....he uses the word appropriately. He also says, "oh my goodness" and often uses the word "Because" as an answer...although he doesn't use it properly. He is also a total HAM. He makes faces with the best of them. I believe that he will be a lawyer. I am just calling it now. But he is the master manipulator.....ok - so maybe this is what he gets from me! I love being a boy-mom. And I am ready for 3!!! Come on 3!!!!

Ok - well that is enough boring information for now. I am going to try to do pics and update more often. Since I am a crappy mom who doesn't scrapbook...I want to have some kind of way to recall my kids after the years! Have a good week....Maybe I will get pics up!

Monday, November 1, 2010

Halloween and Greyson's Birthday Party.....

My sweet Fairy!!!




























































The kids had a great time at Greyson's Birthday Party. We were super sad that our "Shockley" and "Love" cousins weren't able to come. So this year - we were able to take on some second cousins! Addison and Emerson showed up to play! And our neighbors Ty and Ella were able to "sneak in" as faux family members! They look like us - right? So much fun to go to Leapin' Louis Splash Pad. After TWO LONG HOURS of swimming in a muggy hot pool room - we went to our hotel room and had pizza, pop, cake and presents! So much fun! And Greyson got so many trains, cars, bikes and books that included all those things! We had so much fun celebrating with family.

We also went Trick or Treating after the party! Whew were we tired. It was adorable. Ragon was totally into it. Greyon was only into it because it ended in an enormous amount of candy. The best part was that Ragon COULD NOT wait to get back to our house to hand out candy. She practically ran down the streets to give children candy. I was so happy to see how freely she gave things away! (This is a first - she has a tendency to be a toy stealer!) Hope it taught her how good it feels to give things away.

Sorry about the order of the pics! This is the best I could do. Also - do you like my SHAMELESS plug of Judge Bill Musseman. If you vote (and you should) in Tulsa County - Judge Bill Musseman deserves your vote. For more information check out www.judgebillmusseman.blogspot.com or his website www.billmusseman.com



Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Pretty Please....

Friends - please for the next four weeks, post the following blog site to your blog:

www.judgebillmusseman.blogspot.com

I would really appreciate your support in this! Thank you so much!

Sunday, September 26, 2010

FALL FESTIVAL

CAN'T MAKE IT TO THE FESTIVAL? CAN ORDER EARLY AND STILL BE IN THE DRAWING! HERE ARE THE VENDORS WHO WILL TAKE ORDERS:

TICKLED SEW PINK: via emali @ tickledsewpink@yahoo.com

STELLA AND DOT: go to http://www.stelladot.com/ and enter Becki Francy as your hostess so you get credit

Want to order Matilda Jane and cannot go? go to http://www.matildajaneclothing.com/ and shop by doing the wishlist - email the wishlist to heathers@matildjaneclothing.com Make sure she knows your order is for my party! Easiest way is to shop by size!!!

Want to order personalized Hot Packs? They are scented too! Pick your scent and pattern. Cost is $15. Call Vicki Francy at 640-2225.

Need to schedule your family pictures? Call Quincie or Email her and get your appointment. As long as you have paid by the date - then you will go in the hopper! To get her information go to: http://www.quinciescreations.com/

What about pretty tags? Email LeAnne Phelps at: leanne@nathanwphelps.com

ONCE AGAIN: You must notify the vendor that you are ordering for the Fall Festival in order to go into the drawing - otherwise, they won't record it for you!!! Hope you can come by!!!


I am having a huge Fall Festival at my mom's house! You are invited. Following are all the vendors that will be present. So mark it on your calendar! Save up your bucks, and stop by!



Matilda Jane - New Fall Line




Stella and Dot - Jewlrey






The Plaid Button - Bows
As seen in Tulsa's Coolest Kid Store - Kate 918






Scentsy - Candles





Tickled Sew Pink - Monogramming



Homemade Gourmet - Cooking Help


Pretty Tags - Bag Tags







I will have FREE giveaways! So please take time to come by and see! Everyone gets tickets based on their purchases. BUT - if you bring a friend - you get two tickets - no purchase necessary - and a better chance to win! So come and bring a friend! And get free stuff! Comment with your address if you want to make sure and get an invite! Otherwise - YOU ARE INVITED! BTW - IF YOU CANNOT COME...e-mail me or facebook me and tell me what you are interested. I will hook you up with the rep - they will notify me of your purchase and you will be entered into the free prize drawing!!!! Do not need to be present to win!


FALL FESTIVAL


SEPTEMBER 30TH, 2010

10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

AND

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.


NOW EVERYONE CAN COME!


Children Welcome


MURPHY RESIDENCE (not at my house this time!!!)

(email me and I will give you address )

GIVEAWAYS: $50 towards Stella and Dot, 1/2 Price Matilda Jane Item, Scented Hot Pack, Tags from Pretty Tags, Scentsy Warmer and Scents, 11x14 Portrait from Quincies Creations, and merchandise from The Plaid Button and Tickled Sew Pink.

Friday, September 17, 2010

Cherishing Today....

Today is a day that my heart is heavy. This morning, I went to the cemetery. I got a call from a sweet friend, and she was taking flowers to her children's graves (for one's fifth birthday). She asked that I meet her there. I had the honor of sitting with her as we cleaned their graves, pulled away the leaves and placed flowers in the vases. I sat there with such a heavy heart. She didn't say much...as there really isn't anything to say. But my heart hurt as I listened to her silence...sniffles and watched the tears and they snuck from beneath her sunglasses. I can only imagine if I was hurting, how torn her heart must have been at that moment.

When I got back in my car, I looked in my rear view mirror....and I lost it. I saw the sweet blue eyes of my son and began thinking about his surgery on Monday. I became fearful with thoughts of all the bad things that could happen. My mind was running in circles. You know how fear is....but then I had such peace for two reasons. As we were leaving, my friend told me what she had heard on the radio. Read it HERE. The second reason is that I know...I know....I KNOW - that God does not give me a spirit of fear....it is Satan. And so - I put the car in drive, wiped the tears from my eyes and said to myself, "God has got this".

So my thought was this....cherish today. Fear steals your joy. I could have spent the day sad, dreading Greyson's surgery on Monday. Worrying the cyst will turn into cancer, or that he dies on the table. I could have spent the time at the cemetery worrying...."will I be here next week" with my child? But that would be living in a spirit of fear....Instead, I was able to squeeze the neck of a truly special friend, spend the day with my children, tickle my son and laugh with him, and play with my children and do a crafts! We cannot live in fear of what is to come....we have to walk by faith that God is in control and will not give us more than we can handle.

So today, and tomorrow, on Carter's Birthday, squeeze those little necks just a little harder, be slow to anger at their little tantrums and disobedience, allow her to wear the shoes that don't match her outfit, don't make him brush his hair....and when all those things make you think you are about to lose your ever loving mind....remember one thing....YOU got to have that child today....and not every mom is holding her child today....

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Big Day in the Francy House


First day of school for the kids. As you can see they are totally interested in posing for a picture with me!

Daddy was there to take pictures and give us good luck kisses on our first day!


Apparently Daddy does not know that taking pictures of a momma's bottom is a "no no"....Especially when white pants are involved....



Trying to lift her back pack....little heavy...
Ok - So needless to say I did not do all that great of a job preparing myself for the kids first day of mother's day out. This is the first time they have ever attended any formal type of school. Have to say I was "underprepared" for how much work this was going to be. Seriously - two backpacks, lunch boxes, two tupperwear covered plates, drinks, sippy cups, pepperoni, grapes, crackers and cheese, diapers, blankies, extra clothes, and so much sharpie the room started spinning. Thank the lord for Kim or I would have sufficiently RUINED my kids first day of school. Oh well, live and learn! They loved it, went to bed worn out...and Ragon made two new friends....so Mama is happy. Have a good week!

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Pathetic....






I am one day short of going two months without a post. What the heck? I have lots of excuses. Lots of projects I have been working on! My two latest projects???


1. Greyson - He is in the "Fresh Face Contest" on Facebook. If he wins, he gets a free photo shoot and picture. So if you haven't already click HERE and "like" the site, so you can write "Vote" in the comment section!!! THANKS!


2. Judge Bill Musseman. You all know I can't leave a political campaign alone, especially when it includes one of my friends. Bill Musseman is a former prosecutor for the Tulsa County DA's Office. He is currently running for office, and will make a great District Judge. He is currently a special judge in Tulsa County. Click here for more information, and to join his site and follow the information.


Will do another blog post soon on a book my friend wrote....as always - I am over committed! Oh well - it is what it is!!!!