Monday, April 21, 2008
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Want a Bug??
No, not an insect. My daughter.
She has drove me crazy this week.
I have never seen a child that could get into so much, in such a small amount of time.
This morning it started at 5:00am, when she decided to break into the kitchen cabinet and dump an entire box of pancake mix on the floor.
It is now 8:30 and she has dumped the money out of Anakin's piggy bank, unrolled an entire roll of paper towels, emptied the box of diapers all over the floor, unpacked the diaper bag, and ran down the hallway with a streamer of toilet paper flying behind her (still connected to the roll in the bathroom). It's going to be a long day.
So I ask again...does any one want my Bug??
She has drove me crazy this week.
I have never seen a child that could get into so much, in such a small amount of time.
This morning it started at 5:00am, when she decided to break into the kitchen cabinet and dump an entire box of pancake mix on the floor.
It is now 8:30 and she has dumped the money out of Anakin's piggy bank, unrolled an entire roll of paper towels, emptied the box of diapers all over the floor, unpacked the diaper bag, and ran down the hallway with a streamer of toilet paper flying behind her (still connected to the roll in the bathroom). It's going to be a long day.
So I ask again...does any one want my Bug??
Monday, April 14, 2008
Josie Mae
I am the proud aunt to another beautiful niece.
Josie Mae was born this afternoon at 12:28 pm, weighing 6 lbs, 5 oz. She is 20 inches long.
I can't wait till I get hold her. Isn't she just precious?!
Congratulations Chrissy, Danny, Katie & Daphne!! She is adorable!!
Thursday, April 10, 2008
April Showers...
Don't always bring May flowers. Sometimes April showers bring mud.
This was the topic of our devotion tonight, taught by Tina. She did an awesome job and I really got a lot out of it! This hit very close to my heart because I have had a rough year. It has been one bad thing on top of another. Many times I have just sat in the "mud" and cried. It takes a lot to tend to the garden of your heart while there is mud everywhere, but it must be done if you want to have a beautiful garden.
Thank you Tina for reminding me of this. You did a great job!! Love ya!
This was the topic of our devotion tonight, taught by Tina. She did an awesome job and I really got a lot out of it! This hit very close to my heart because I have had a rough year. It has been one bad thing on top of another. Many times I have just sat in the "mud" and cried. It takes a lot to tend to the garden of your heart while there is mud everywhere, but it must be done if you want to have a beautiful garden.
Thank you Tina for reminding me of this. You did a great job!! Love ya!
News
It is that time of year. Dirty fields, bleachers and the sound cheering crowds.
Anakin is playing baseball again this year. I might just be saying this because I am his mommy, but he is doing pretty good this year. He has a little more experience and a lot more confidence.
The only thing I don't like this year is his practice schedule. He has practice on Wednesdays and Fridays at 5:00 or 6:15. For those who go to our church, I am sure you can see why I don't like this schedule.
Elle turns 1 in 9 days...when did she grow up?? I will be weepy if I dwell on this any more, so moving on...
Jada and I are going to Florida in June! I have never been and I am beyond excited!! We have our hotel & flight booked. I have also never flown anywhere so that should be fun :)
We will start tanning soon, this will be the first time I have ever been in a tanning bed.
Noticing a pattern here?? This vacation has a lot of firsts for me.
I will miss Gabe and kids terribly but I really need this. And they probably could use a break from me :)
Overall, I am super happy and totally excited!!
Anakin is playing baseball again this year. I might just be saying this because I am his mommy, but he is doing pretty good this year. He has a little more experience and a lot more confidence.
The only thing I don't like this year is his practice schedule. He has practice on Wednesdays and Fridays at 5:00 or 6:15. For those who go to our church, I am sure you can see why I don't like this schedule.
Elle turns 1 in 9 days...when did she grow up?? I will be weepy if I dwell on this any more, so moving on...
Jada and I are going to Florida in June! I have never been and I am beyond excited!! We have our hotel & flight booked. I have also never flown anywhere so that should be fun :)
We will start tanning soon, this will be the first time I have ever been in a tanning bed.
Noticing a pattern here?? This vacation has a lot of firsts for me.
I will miss Gabe and kids terribly but I really need this. And they probably could use a break from me :)
Overall, I am super happy and totally excited!!
Friday, April 4, 2008
A Tribute To My Friends
Christine - We have been best friends forever. I don't remember a time without you. Thank you for your friendship, it has helped me through some really hard times.
Casey, Rhonda Sarah, Megan - You guys made my teen years great! I will always look back on those crazy times and laugh
Stacey, Sonya, Susan - You have been such an inspiration to me. Thank you for all you do!
Cathy - I thank God for bringing you into my life. You brought HOP to me and it has touched my life so much. You are such a kind, warm friend. You are always there for me, to give a hug or a shoulder to cry on. Your friendship has blessed me so much!
Melissa - Our visits mean the world to me. You are such a sweet person. You are there for me no matter what I am going through. I know I can go to you with anything, anytime.
Kristy - I remember the first time I really got to know you...you were 10 and had big glasses that you hate so much. Your fun lovin, goofy self has forever imprinted my heart. You will always be my Kristy, no matter what. You are such a wonderful friend. There would be a huge void in my world without you.
Dana - You were more than friend, you were my sister. I am very thankful for the time that we had together. I will always have a Dana hand print on my heart. I miss you more than I can ever say. I hope only happiness and the very best follows you wherever you go and whatever you do!
Jada - I have enjoyed being able to watch you grow and mature over the many years I have known you. You are such a strong and stable friend. I feel very blessed to not only have you as a friend, but also family. You really are a daisy. Thank you for aways being you :)
Benny - You have been my twin since we were kids. I can't imagine growing up without you. I have always admired your ability to be adventurous. You did things most kids wouldn't even think of. You never let anything stop you or slow you down. I envy that in you. There is not a single childhood memory I have that doesn't include you.
Laura - You are the best sister I could ever wish for!!
Abby, Chrissy - I love you guys! I am so very blessed to have such cool sister-in-laws. You are the best!
Ashley - I feel honored to be able to count you as one of my friends. I enjoying hanging out with you and getting to know you better. I look forward to seeing our friendship grow
Gabe - You are my soul mate. You are my soft place to land after a hard day. You see me at my worst and yet still love me. I love you, always and forever!
Thank you to all my friends! I would be lost without you!
Casey, Rhonda Sarah, Megan - You guys made my teen years great! I will always look back on those crazy times and laugh
Stacey, Sonya, Susan - You have been such an inspiration to me. Thank you for all you do!
Cathy - I thank God for bringing you into my life. You brought HOP to me and it has touched my life so much. You are such a kind, warm friend. You are always there for me, to give a hug or a shoulder to cry on. Your friendship has blessed me so much!
Melissa - Our visits mean the world to me. You are such a sweet person. You are there for me no matter what I am going through. I know I can go to you with anything, anytime.
Kristy - I remember the first time I really got to know you...you were 10 and had big glasses that you hate so much. Your fun lovin, goofy self has forever imprinted my heart. You will always be my Kristy, no matter what. You are such a wonderful friend. There would be a huge void in my world without you.
Dana - You were more than friend, you were my sister. I am very thankful for the time that we had together. I will always have a Dana hand print on my heart. I miss you more than I can ever say. I hope only happiness and the very best follows you wherever you go and whatever you do!
Jada - I have enjoyed being able to watch you grow and mature over the many years I have known you. You are such a strong and stable friend. I feel very blessed to not only have you as a friend, but also family. You really are a daisy. Thank you for aways being you :)
Benny - You have been my twin since we were kids. I can't imagine growing up without you. I have always admired your ability to be adventurous. You did things most kids wouldn't even think of. You never let anything stop you or slow you down. I envy that in you. There is not a single childhood memory I have that doesn't include you.
Laura - You are the best sister I could ever wish for!!
Abby, Chrissy - I love you guys! I am so very blessed to have such cool sister-in-laws. You are the best!
Ashley - I feel honored to be able to count you as one of my friends. I enjoying hanging out with you and getting to know you better. I look forward to seeing our friendship grow
Gabe - You are my soul mate. You are my soft place to land after a hard day. You see me at my worst and yet still love me. I love you, always and forever!
Thank you to all my friends! I would be lost without you!
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Some Days
I really do love being a stay at home mom. Some days I love it more than others.
Today is of the "other" days.
*poo warning*
I wake up this morning to Sorsha beating me in the head with her sippy cup and I can hear Elle screaming her head off in the background. I get the bigger kids cereal and move on to Elle. When I pick Elle up, I realize that she has NO diaper on and the poo is EVERYWHERE.
I wipe her off, set her in the tub and start cleaning up the bed. (Stasia is sitting with Elle in the bathroom, I didn't leave her by herself)
Sorsha then decides to get down from the table, with her cereal. It ends up on the floor.
Once the bed is clean and the floor is clean, I move to the bathroom to scrub Elle down.
As I am washing her, I can't help but think of at least 20 jobs that would be easier than the one I have.
I could work somewhere where:
I get to wear nice clothes
I don't have to clean up poo
diapers don't exist
I don't have a 2 yr growth hanging off my legs
there are no screaming kids
And the list goes on and on
I have had such jobs and I missed my kids more than word can describe. They may be easier, but they are not as awarding. I LOVE being with them and not missing the first words, first steps, first tooth and so many other things. There is nothing else I would rather do....even with the poo.
But some days, I can't help but daydream...
Today is of the "other" days.
*poo warning*
I wake up this morning to Sorsha beating me in the head with her sippy cup and I can hear Elle screaming her head off in the background. I get the bigger kids cereal and move on to Elle. When I pick Elle up, I realize that she has NO diaper on and the poo is EVERYWHERE.
I wipe her off, set her in the tub and start cleaning up the bed. (Stasia is sitting with Elle in the bathroom, I didn't leave her by herself)
Sorsha then decides to get down from the table, with her cereal. It ends up on the floor.
Once the bed is clean and the floor is clean, I move to the bathroom to scrub Elle down.
As I am washing her, I can't help but think of at least 20 jobs that would be easier than the one I have.
I could work somewhere where:
I get to wear nice clothes
I don't have to clean up poo
diapers don't exist
I don't have a 2 yr growth hanging off my legs
there are no screaming kids
And the list goes on and on
I have had such jobs and I missed my kids more than word can describe. They may be easier, but they are not as awarding. I LOVE being with them and not missing the first words, first steps, first tooth and so many other things. There is nothing else I would rather do....even with the poo.
But some days, I can't help but daydream...
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Thank You
to all my dear friends.
Thank you for all your words of encouragement, excitement, and congratulations.
This is one of the reasons I love my friends...always there for me. I don't have to go through anything alone. Through tears and laughter, you guys are always right there with me.
However...I have a confession...
I love practical jokes!
Happy April Fools' Day everyone!!
I love you all!!
Thank you for all your words of encouragement, excitement, and congratulations.
This is one of the reasons I love my friends...always there for me. I don't have to go through anything alone. Through tears and laughter, you guys are always right there with me.
However...I have a confession...
I love practical jokes!
Happy April Fools' Day everyone!!
I love you all!!
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