Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Monday, July 18, 2011
Planning Ahead
As July comes closer and closer to an end, I find myself getting more and more into school mode. Really, I should have been in school mode long ago, but being the procrastinator that I am, here we are. I am currently working on goal setting for the next school year and planning possible hands on projects and activities to work on. I am determined to have a productive and fun school year!!
With all that being said, my dear Austin requested a special project that perked my interest. He asked me if we could make a paper mache race car. He wanted to start on it right away, but the more we discussed it, the more I thought of it as being an awesome school project. We could study a certain subject and the project would be our big finale. But what would the subject be??
I spoke with my mom about it today and she had the BEST idea! She suggested studying Henry Ford and the history of automobiles. Our boys are very much into cars so this idea is AWESOME!!
Thanks mom for the wonderful idea! I'm looking forward to this upcoming school year and am so excited to see all the Lord has planned for our boys!!
With all that being said, my dear Austin requested a special project that perked my interest. He asked me if we could make a paper mache race car. He wanted to start on it right away, but the more we discussed it, the more I thought of it as being an awesome school project. We could study a certain subject and the project would be our big finale. But what would the subject be??
I spoke with my mom about it today and she had the BEST idea! She suggested studying Henry Ford and the history of automobiles. Our boys are very much into cars so this idea is AWESOME!!
Thanks mom for the wonderful idea! I'm looking forward to this upcoming school year and am so excited to see all the Lord has planned for our boys!!
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
The Orange Dress Conspiracy
It happened again!!
Another "This really could only happen to me" moment.
And I was wearing the same exact outfit as the last time.
The now infamous orange dress.
The last time I chose to wear this dress was the Sunday that I was late getting onto the stage to sing at church. Remember that post??
I was asked to sub for another singer this past Sunday and chose to wear the same dress.
And here is how the story goes:
My boys and I arrive at church and the sky is cloudy, but not raining. We have an awesome sound check and vocal rehearsal and afterward, I take the kids to class. By this time, it is sprinkling a little, but no big deal. By the time I checked the boys in, the sky had opened up and it was pouring down rain. (We are talking a matter of minutes here).
I still have to run across campus to get the the multipurpose room in time, so I take off. By the time I arrived at my destination, I was soaked. Visibly dripping wet. And I have to get on stage.....like now. Nothing I could do. So I grabbed a comb and ran it through my hair quickly and got up on stage only to be asked, "What happened to you?!"
Yeah.......
Praise God that by the 2 or third song you could no longer tell that I was wet. My dress apparently dries very quickly.
All in all, worship was awesome, the message was awesome and no one else commented on my appearance. Yay!
And of course, when I went to pick the boys up from class, the sun was shining and the rain had stopped falling. But the icing on the cake was when I got into my car and took a quick glance at myself in the mirror and saw that my bangs had dried in an antenna-like curl off the side of my head.
Nice!
So the moral of the story is........
I'm NEVER wearing that dress when I sing again! NEVER!
Another "This really could only happen to me" moment.
And I was wearing the same exact outfit as the last time.
The now infamous orange dress.
The last time I chose to wear this dress was the Sunday that I was late getting onto the stage to sing at church. Remember that post??
I was asked to sub for another singer this past Sunday and chose to wear the same dress.
And here is how the story goes:
My boys and I arrive at church and the sky is cloudy, but not raining. We have an awesome sound check and vocal rehearsal and afterward, I take the kids to class. By this time, it is sprinkling a little, but no big deal. By the time I checked the boys in, the sky had opened up and it was pouring down rain. (We are talking a matter of minutes here).
I still have to run across campus to get the the multipurpose room in time, so I take off. By the time I arrived at my destination, I was soaked. Visibly dripping wet. And I have to get on stage.....like now. Nothing I could do. So I grabbed a comb and ran it through my hair quickly and got up on stage only to be asked, "What happened to you?!"
Yeah.......
Praise God that by the 2 or third song you could no longer tell that I was wet. My dress apparently dries very quickly.
All in all, worship was awesome, the message was awesome and no one else commented on my appearance. Yay!
And of course, when I went to pick the boys up from class, the sun was shining and the rain had stopped falling. But the icing on the cake was when I got into my car and took a quick glance at myself in the mirror and saw that my bangs had dried in an antenna-like curl off the side of my head.
Nice!
So the moral of the story is........
I'm NEVER wearing that dress when I sing again! NEVER!
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Once upon a Sunday morning
Sunday, April 10th began as any normal Sunday. The boys and I woke up long before the sun and were dressed and ready in record time. Church now starts 15 minutes earlier, so call time for the worship team and choir has naturally followed suit. But I was prepared. I had planned ahead and we even made it to church early. Even with a hubby who works on Sundays, my boys and I have a tried and true system to get out the door and in the car by 5:30 am. I was feeling pretty good, honestly.
We made it through sound check and were rehearsing in the greenroom while I kept my eyes on the time. The boys kept asking me if it was time to go to class yet and I kept telling them that we had plenty of time. We didn't. By this time my brain had switched back to our old start time.
When I deemed it time to go to class, the boys and I hustled upstairs to the children's ministry building where they all decide they have to go potty. After a not so quick pit stop, I finally got them all in class and ran back down to the sanctuary. Much to my horror, I entered the greenroom only to see no one. Yes, that is correct. Everyone was on stage and I was not.
I took off running, almost knocking over our guest musician. (Fun way to be introduced to someone). I call back an apology and keep running down the black hallway behind the stage, hoping the band doesn't start playing because if they did, I'd be out of luck. (It is very dark in that hallway. I'm lucky I didn't fall flat on my face.)
I make it to the side curtain and walk as fast as I can, attempting to maintain a look of calm, across the stage alone, and climb the risers as fast as I can. In my rush, I bumped into a fellow alto which sent her whirling around and almost knocked her off completely. All in front of a congregation who was waiting for church to start.
We made it through sound check and were rehearsing in the greenroom while I kept my eyes on the time. The boys kept asking me if it was time to go to class yet and I kept telling them that we had plenty of time. We didn't. By this time my brain had switched back to our old start time.
When I deemed it time to go to class, the boys and I hustled upstairs to the children's ministry building where they all decide they have to go potty. After a not so quick pit stop, I finally got them all in class and ran back down to the sanctuary. Much to my horror, I entered the greenroom only to see no one. Yes, that is correct. Everyone was on stage and I was not.
I took off running, almost knocking over our guest musician. (Fun way to be introduced to someone). I call back an apology and keep running down the black hallway behind the stage, hoping the band doesn't start playing because if they did, I'd be out of luck. (It is very dark in that hallway. I'm lucky I didn't fall flat on my face.)
I make it to the side curtain and walk as fast as I can, attempting to maintain a look of calm, across the stage alone, and climb the risers as fast as I can. In my rush, I bumped into a fellow alto which sent her whirling around and almost knocked her off completely. All in front of a congregation who was waiting for church to start.
But.......
I made it!
I was out of breath,
but I made it!
I knocked two people over,
but I was there!
And that is what happened once upon a Sunday morning.
I made it!
I was out of breath,
but I made it!
I knocked two people over,
but I was there!
And that is what happened once upon a Sunday morning.
Saturday, March 12, 2011
When I Get To Heaven.....
While driving around today, I overheard Austin talking to his brothers about heaven. Here is a snippet of what I heard:
Austin: When I get home, I'm going to pack all of my clothes so when I go to heaven I won't be naked.
Austin: When I get home, I'm going to pack all of my clothes so when I go to heaven I won't be naked.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Daily Treasures
As a mother of three young boys everyday brings something new. Little nuggets and treasures that I will forever hold on to and think back on. Here are a few of today's treasures:
1. Hayden's insistence that every boy must have a bear costume.
2. The discovery that blowing raspberries on each other's cheeks is much more fun than sitting down to do school work.
3. Hayden's announcement that girls DO NOT pass gas or sweat. They aren't allowed.
And then there was this little treasure that I discovered in our school room :
I hope we all take the time to look for those daily treasures and enjoy the small things that the day brings.
1. Hayden's insistence that every boy must have a bear costume.
2. The discovery that blowing raspberries on each other's cheeks is much more fun than sitting down to do school work.
3. Hayden's announcement that girls DO NOT pass gas or sweat. They aren't allowed.
And then there was this little treasure that I discovered in our school room :
I hope we all take the time to look for those daily treasures and enjoy the small things that the day brings.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Seuss-tastic Day Recap
Scissors, glue and tiny bits of paper litter our school room. A sure sign that much was accomplished today and much fun was had. Here is a short recap of our day:
We had a serious discussion about the book "Horton Hears a Who" :
We had a serious discussion about the book "Horton Hears a Who" :
We watched, listened and read along with an online version of "Green Eggs and Ham" :
We did Math activities, acrostic poems, reading, writing and so much more.
But none compares to our big, messy, gooey................
Cat in the Hat cake:
Our day was a complete success and I can't wait to do it again next year!
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!!
For great Dr. Seuss resources, click here!
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!!
For great Dr. Seuss resources, click here!
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Homeschooling with Dr. Seuss
I have been inspired.......
Inspired to follow the examples of many others this week and celebrate the birth of Dr. Seuss. I have looked online and discovered many fun and educational activities all related to him and his books. There is even a free local event on Saturday that I hope to attend!
What is on the agenda for tomorrow?? A Cat in the Hat cake made from scratch, a Horton Hears a Who craft, and many more things. I am truly looking forward to a day full of reading and fun with my boys. These are the days that I treasure most. These are the days that I hope they will look back on with fondness when they grow older.
Now, on to more preparations!!
Inspired to follow the examples of many others this week and celebrate the birth of Dr. Seuss. I have looked online and discovered many fun and educational activities all related to him and his books. There is even a free local event on Saturday that I hope to attend!
What is on the agenda for tomorrow?? A Cat in the Hat cake made from scratch, a Horton Hears a Who craft, and many more things. I am truly looking forward to a day full of reading and fun with my boys. These are the days that I treasure most. These are the days that I hope they will look back on with fondness when they grow older.
Now, on to more preparations!!
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Baldness
November and December of last year were a whirlwind of craziness in our home. Much was happening so needless to say, many small tasks were left undone. Like giving our boys hair cuts. On Christmas Eve I decided to finally cut their curly locks before we headed out to enjoy our family festivities. I did not, however, give myself enough time. Cutting three heads of hair is very time consuming. Especially when those heads belong to three squirmy boys.
Combine three wiggly boys, little to no time and a hurried mother and what do you get?? Yes, you get a child with a bald spot above his right ear. A spot that shines (quite literally) my failure as a hair stylist. Our poor lopsided son wore hats and beanies for weeks until his hair finally grew back into place.
Flash forward to the present.........
Our boys curly locks were once again growing quite long so I pulled out the comb and scissors and began the tedious task of taming their wild hair. This time I was determined to take my time and go slowly. We did not want a repeat of last time! I carefully inspected each child's head before sending them upstairs to take a bath and I was quite satisfied with the results.
Until the next day.........
We were sitting down to eat dinner and I noticed that Austin had a very familiar lack of hair above his right ear. Same spot, same baldness. We laughed at the irony and I vowed to never again cut their hair and just pay someone else to do it. Austin, however, didn't laugh. He had a strange look on his face........
Later, I found my scissors, (which I had put away), on the table, along with a few other items used to cut hair. Knowing full well that I didn't leave them there, it all started to make sense..........the look on Austin's face.......the items I found..........the bald spot in the SAME place as before, even though I double checked his head.........
He had cut his own hair. When confronted about it, Austin confessed. His response? "It was too long on this side."
Combine three wiggly boys, little to no time and a hurried mother and what do you get?? Yes, you get a child with a bald spot above his right ear. A spot that shines (quite literally) my failure as a hair stylist. Our poor lopsided son wore hats and beanies for weeks until his hair finally grew back into place.
Flash forward to the present.........
Our boys curly locks were once again growing quite long so I pulled out the comb and scissors and began the tedious task of taming their wild hair. This time I was determined to take my time and go slowly. We did not want a repeat of last time! I carefully inspected each child's head before sending them upstairs to take a bath and I was quite satisfied with the results.
Until the next day.........
We were sitting down to eat dinner and I noticed that Austin had a very familiar lack of hair above his right ear. Same spot, same baldness. We laughed at the irony and I vowed to never again cut their hair and just pay someone else to do it. Austin, however, didn't laugh. He had a strange look on his face........
Later, I found my scissors, (which I had put away), on the table, along with a few other items used to cut hair. Knowing full well that I didn't leave them there, it all started to make sense..........the look on Austin's face.......the items I found..........the bald spot in the SAME place as before, even though I double checked his head.........
He had cut his own hair. When confronted about it, Austin confessed. His response? "It was too long on this side."
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Ode To Little Boys
Oh, little boys, such a mystery to me!
The things you do, the things you see.
Asking for applesauce with no apples inside,
or discovering the bathroom cabinets are the perfect place to hide.
Sneaking daddy's sweet snacks in the middle of the night,
and sledding down the stairs just to take flight.
Bodily functions are great fun of course,
More fun still is finding the source!
Oh little boys, with your dirt and grime,
How I wish I could slow down time!
I may be crazed with all that you do,
But nothing can change how much I love you!
The things you do, the things you see.
Asking for applesauce with no apples inside,
or discovering the bathroom cabinets are the perfect place to hide.
Sneaking daddy's sweet snacks in the middle of the night,
and sledding down the stairs just to take flight.
Bodily functions are great fun of course,
More fun still is finding the source!
Oh little boys, with your dirt and grime,
How I wish I could slow down time!
I may be crazed with all that you do,
But nothing can change how much I love you!
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
From boys to men
Hayden: (speaking to Carter and Austin) Hi boys!!!!!!!
Carter: (rather annoyed) We are NOT boys! We're men!!!!!!
Carter: (rather annoyed) We are NOT boys! We're men!!!!!!
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Speed Bumps
So, there are about 3 speed bumps in our neighborhood. Each time we venture down that particular street, I, rather excitedly, encourage the boys to raise their hands in the air and yell out, "Woohoo!", as if on a roller coaster. They think its hilarious! Should I forget to do so, they all insist that I do it too!
It should come as no surprise then, that as I was coming home from a piano lesson this week, ALONE, that I almost raised my hands in the air and yelled, "Woohoo!".
WOOHOO!
It should come as no surprise then, that as I was coming home from a piano lesson this week, ALONE, that I almost raised my hands in the air and yelled, "Woohoo!".
WOOHOO!
Thursday, July 16, 2009
A Morning Like This
6:15 am - Alarm goes off. The snooze is quickly hit. (a few times)
6:45 am - I finally decided its about time to get up.
7:00 am - Boys are awakened.
7:15 am - Snacks are being prepared to take to the movies. I realize that I am out of juice boxes.
7:30 am - Chased 2 naked boys down the hall, trying to convince them to get dressed.
8:00 am - Took all three boys to the doctor so he could "read" the results of Hayden's TB skin test. Upon arriving in the parking lot, all three boys began to cry out of pure fear of getting shots. Much to their relief, we were in and out.
9:00 am - We arrive at the movie theater to take in our weekly flick. We purchase drinks and I realize that I spent more on only drinks than I did last week when I bought them the kids combos!
9:10 am - I hand everyone their drinks and ask if anyone has to go potty. All say no.
9:15 am - We sit down and settle in. All three announce they have to go potty. We gather up all of our belongings and head to the restroom.
9:45 am - The movie finally begins. They started the wrong one and my kids get scared.
9:55 am - The correct movie begins to play.
11:00 am - Hayden spills his ice cold drink down my side. Carter complains that the drink is spilled. Thank you captain obvious!
11:50 am - We arrive home and although my surplus of snacks are gone, all three are complaining of hunger.
Presently - Counting down the minutes until Jason wakes up and saves me from the madness!
6:45 am - I finally decided its about time to get up.
7:00 am - Boys are awakened.
7:15 am - Snacks are being prepared to take to the movies. I realize that I am out of juice boxes.
7:30 am - Chased 2 naked boys down the hall, trying to convince them to get dressed.
8:00 am - Took all three boys to the doctor so he could "read" the results of Hayden's TB skin test. Upon arriving in the parking lot, all three boys began to cry out of pure fear of getting shots. Much to their relief, we were in and out.
9:00 am - We arrive at the movie theater to take in our weekly flick. We purchase drinks and I realize that I spent more on only drinks than I did last week when I bought them the kids combos!
9:10 am - I hand everyone their drinks and ask if anyone has to go potty. All say no.
9:15 am - We sit down and settle in. All three announce they have to go potty. We gather up all of our belongings and head to the restroom.
9:45 am - The movie finally begins. They started the wrong one and my kids get scared.
9:55 am - The correct movie begins to play.
11:00 am - Hayden spills his ice cold drink down my side. Carter complains that the drink is spilled. Thank you captain obvious!
11:50 am - We arrive home and although my surplus of snacks are gone, all three are complaining of hunger.
Presently - Counting down the minutes until Jason wakes up and saves me from the madness!
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
My Buddy
Doesn't he look like the old My Buddy doll?!
In two weeks our middle child will turn 5. Not only is he another year older, he is also going to begin kindergarten in the fall! Where does the time go?! My sweet, mischievous, sensitive, quiet little boy is growing up too fast!
I have recently begun the enrollment process for kindergarten and today was his physical exam with our doctor. My poor baby boy had to receive two shots! :( And he has to return in two weeks for two more. Austin was so brave! I was able to hold him while his shots were being administered and I believe that I teared up more than he did! And for being so brave, he got a treat at the store afterward. (and I got Starbucks! I was pretty brave too! heehee)
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Signs Of Life
A few weeks back, the boys and I planted seeds as a part of our study of plant life. If you know me, you know that I am horrible with plants. I did not inherit my mother's green thumb! However, I thought it would be an awesome hands on experience for my boys and myself as well.
So, a few days ago I was getting home from a music lesson and happened to glance at the plants on the porch. To my utter delight this is what I saw:
So, a few days ago I was getting home from a music lesson and happened to glance at the plants on the porch. To my utter delight this is what I saw:
Each boy has their own colored flower pot and each day they run to see if they have any new sprouts in their pots. I love it!
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Heart Melter.....
We spent this evening celebrating Easter weekend with my loving in-laws. Due to a conversation I had with my mother in law regarding the true meaning of Easter and what all our children grasp at their current ages, I began thinking of ways to share with them all that Jesus did for us on the cross. We have a children's bible that came with DVD's and on our way home I got the idea to pull out the DVDs and pop in the New Testament one and watch the resurrection in cartoon form.
Upon arriving home, the boys eagerly put their jammies on and came downstairs to watch the movie. After the movie, I pulled out the children's bible and read to them. To my delight, I noticed that they really seemed to pay attention. Especially to the movie.
Afterward, Austin, (my little skeptic), looked at me and exclaimed, "Mama! He's not dead anymore!!"
My eyes are getting misty just reliving that precious moment. He got it! He understood!
Thank You, Jesus!
Happy Easter everyone!
Upon arriving home, the boys eagerly put their jammies on and came downstairs to watch the movie. After the movie, I pulled out the children's bible and read to them. To my delight, I noticed that they really seemed to pay attention. Especially to the movie.
Afterward, Austin, (my little skeptic), looked at me and exclaimed, "Mama! He's not dead anymore!!"
My eyes are getting misty just reliving that precious moment. He got it! He understood!
Thank You, Jesus!
Happy Easter everyone!
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Yesterday marked the first day of Carter's spring break. While I am not required to hold school this week, I figured we would work on some things - lots of arts and crafts and such. My days, however, have not gone as planned. I feel unbelievably horrible tonight. All I have done for the past few days is yell and scold my boys. It seems that everything they can do to misbehave, they are doing and my patience with them is wearing thin. I know that the Lord chose me to be their mother for a reason and that He will give me the strength to mother them from day to day. I know these things. I'm just exhausted.
I'm so tired of my 3 year old arguing with me for every little thing. I'm tired of Austin breaking everything and getting in to everything. And I'm tired of Carter telling on his brothers for every possible thing. I'm just tired.
My boys bless me more than then tire me and my hubby is a wonderful daddy to them! I need strength and wisdom on how to mother these three precious little boys.
I'm so tired of my 3 year old arguing with me for every little thing. I'm tired of Austin breaking everything and getting in to everything. And I'm tired of Carter telling on his brothers for every possible thing. I'm just tired.
My boys bless me more than then tire me and my hubby is a wonderful daddy to them! I need strength and wisdom on how to mother these three precious little boys.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Spring Has Sprung
Too much swirling around in my head to blog about, so I'll just post some spring-ish photos. Hope you enjoy!
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Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Face Plant and Birthday!!
Today is my wonderful hubby's birthday!! Happy Birthday Jason!! We are just hanging out today and taking it easy, and then a little later he and I are going out to a nice dinner. We are both looking forward to a night out with just the two of us.
In other news, this afternoon while I was baking Jason's birthday cake, I decided to sit at the piano and practice a little. The smell of the cake came wafting through the living room so I got up to check on it. As I was getting up my big toe on my left foot some how got caught in my right pant leg, which sent me to the floor. All the way down I was yelling, "OH MY GOODNESS!!!!" I think back on it now and can totally picture myself in slow motion, foot tangled in my own pants, arms flailing, and yelling, "Oooooooh Myyyyyyyy Gooooooodddddddnnnnnneeeeesssssss!!"
Haha!
Jason came running downstairs to see what happened, and once he saw that all was well, he started laughing.
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*At this exact moment, he's yelling at the boys to stay away from the cake. (Its cooling on the counter.) Hmmmm.....I'm thinking I may find chubby little finger holes in it.
In other news, this afternoon while I was baking Jason's birthday cake, I decided to sit at the piano and practice a little. The smell of the cake came wafting through the living room so I got up to check on it. As I was getting up my big toe on my left foot some how got caught in my right pant leg, which sent me to the floor. All the way down I was yelling, "OH MY GOODNESS!!!!" I think back on it now and can totally picture myself in slow motion, foot tangled in my own pants, arms flailing, and yelling, "Oooooooh Myyyyyyyy Gooooooodddddddnnnnnneeeeesssssss!!"
Haha!
Jason came running downstairs to see what happened, and once he saw that all was well, he started laughing.
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*At this exact moment, he's yelling at the boys to stay away from the cake. (Its cooling on the counter.) Hmmmm.....I'm thinking I may find chubby little finger holes in it.
Friday, February 20, 2009
More Farm Pics
Mama Tina: 
My Little Complainer:
Petting a Horse:
Feeding a calf:
Watching the bottles being prepared:
My Little Complainer:
Petting a Horse:
Feeding a calf:
Watching the bottles being prepared:
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Old MacDonald Had a Farm
Yesterday was Carter's class field trip to a local farm. I was seriously debating on whether or not to go and at the last minute, (of course), after realizing just how much my sweet little guys really wanted to go, I decided we should.
We were rushed in trying to get there on time and much to my surprise, we made it before many of the other families. Despite our rush and last minute-ness, (is that a word? LOL), we all had a great time!
The boys got to hold a baby bunny:
They also fed piglets and calfs, they met Mama Tina, a giant cow, and did many other fun things! Overall, our time was well spent and they had a blast! My little complainer, aka Austin, did his usual complaining about everything you could possibly think of, but I've sorta learned to tune him out. LOL
I have a ton more pics of our day that I will post soon. Here's a few more in the mean time:
We were rushed in trying to get there on time and much to my surprise, we made it before many of the other families. Despite our rush and last minute-ness, (is that a word? LOL), we all had a great time!
The boys got to hold a baby bunny:
They also fed piglets and calfs, they met Mama Tina, a giant cow, and did many other fun things! Overall, our time was well spent and they had a blast! My little complainer, aka Austin, did his usual complaining about everything you could possibly think of, but I've sorta learned to tune him out. LOL
I have a ton more pics of our day that I will post soon. Here's a few more in the mean time:
Hi/Lo Thursday
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Taking our car in to be fixed and it costing much more than we anticipated. Ugh!
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Walking in the door after a long day and having all three of my boys run at me, joyfully screaming, "Mama!!!!!!!!"
And, having my 4 year old try to "pick up" a really cute little girl at the library.
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Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Laughter Lives Tuesday
This post is part of "Laughter Lives! Tuesday" on the Riggs Family Blog. Check our their blog to read everyone else's "Laughter Lives!" posts.A couple of weeks ago, I "lost" my keys. I knew that one of my boys had taken them because I found a few items from my purse in their rooms. They like to pretend they are going "bye-bye", although when asked, they each conveniently had forgotten where they had placed my keys. They also each blamed a different brother.
After my wonderful hubby finally found my keys (after two days of searching), the boys and I were at my mom's house. She and I were chatting in her kitchen breakfast nook and the boys were all outside playing. I happen to look up and notice that Austin had come into the house to get a drink. His juice box was sitting next to.......you guessed it......my keys! He didn't know that I was watching him and he, very quietly, put his hand on my keys and started to take them. He's very sneaky! He was ever-so-slowly trying to move them with his hand covering them.
I had to laugh and I said, "What do you think you're doing?" He immediately pushed them away, said, "NOTHING!!!!" and took off running back outside. HAHA!
Needless to say, my keys have remained safely inside my purse since then.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Some Valentine Pics
First take 3 little boys, add a few ingredients and blend well:
Add a little extra flour just for fun:
Add a little extra flour just for fun:
Dont forget to lick the frosting bowl clean!
The result:
Lions and Tigers and Bears! Oh My!
I truly hope everyone had a wonderfully blessed Valentine's Day! As for our little family of 5, we spent the day at the zoo. We recently purchased annual passes that get us into the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Wild Animal Park and we used them for the first time today. The weather was a bit chilly, but absolutely clear and beautiful. We all had a great time! I even ran into an old high school friend, her hubby and their new baby boy! What a wonderful surprise! And the best part is, we can do it again and again as much as we like, for the next year! Its such a great deal! I highly recommend it!
I'm working on posting some pics!! I took tons. Now I get the fun task of editing them. :)
Now its your turn! I want to know how each of you spent your day!!
I'm working on posting some pics!! I took tons. Now I get the fun task of editing them. :)
Now its your turn! I want to know how each of you spent your day!!
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Cheese Sandwich
My sweet little Hayden is very much a mama's boy. He loves to be held and cuddled by me, which I obviously love too! However, if I so much as coo at another baby, he freaks out. He seems to have some sort of radar. He always manages to see me from across a room, holding another child, or talking to another child. Even his own cousins.
So last week, Jason and I were just being silly with Hayden and asked if he wanted to be a big brother. We really wanted to see what sort of response we would get from him. Much to our surprise he answered us with a happy, "Yes!"
So we asked, "Do you want to have a baby sister?"
He answered, "No!"
So we asked, "Do you want a baby brother?"
He again answered, "No!"
With those being the only two options, we asked him what he wanted. His response??
"A cheese sandwich!!"
So last week, Jason and I were just being silly with Hayden and asked if he wanted to be a big brother. We really wanted to see what sort of response we would get from him. Much to our surprise he answered us with a happy, "Yes!"
So we asked, "Do you want to have a baby sister?"
He answered, "No!"
So we asked, "Do you want a baby brother?"
He again answered, "No!"
With those being the only two options, we asked him what he wanted. His response??
"A cheese sandwich!!"
Sunday, January 11, 2009
My Day So Far
*Austin is currently on time out. About 5 minutes ago he told me he was allergic to time outs.
*All day our kids have been making what they call "Sock Monkeys". Meaning, they are putting socks on the head, arms and legs of their stuffed animals....ALL of their stuffed animals. (I think this solves the case of the missing sock!) LOL
* We received a gift card to The Cheesecake Factory for Christmas and decided to have a nice dinner out last night. Other than the hour long wait, it was very nice! And, no one tried to leave via emergency exit! Woohoo! LOL
*In other news: I'M GOING TO DISNEYLAND TOMORROW!! Just me, by myself. My wonderful hubby is going to be with the boys alone tomorrow so I can go and celebrate one of my bestest friend's birthdays. I'm so excited!!
*All day our kids have been making what they call "Sock Monkeys". Meaning, they are putting socks on the head, arms and legs of their stuffed animals....ALL of their stuffed animals. (I think this solves the case of the missing sock!) LOL
* We received a gift card to The Cheesecake Factory for Christmas and decided to have a nice dinner out last night. Other than the hour long wait, it was very nice! And, no one tried to leave via emergency exit! Woohoo! LOL
*In other news: I'M GOING TO DISNEYLAND TOMORROW!! Just me, by myself. My wonderful hubby is going to be with the boys alone tomorrow so I can go and celebrate one of my bestest friend's birthdays. I'm so excited!!
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Conversations with a 3 yr. old
Hayden: Mama! Its Christmas downstairs!
Me: No, buddy. Christmas is over.
Hayden: I like Christmas!
Me: I know, but Christmas is over now. Valentines Day is coming and you know what that means?
Hayden: (eyes wider) What?!
Me: Lots of love and chocolate!
Hayden: I eat chokit too?!
Me: Yes
Hayden: And Santa will be there!
Me: No. Santa is in the North Pole at his house.
Hayden: Yeah. He's naked.
Me: No, buddy. Christmas is over.
Hayden: I like Christmas!
Me: I know, but Christmas is over now. Valentines Day is coming and you know what that means?
Hayden: (eyes wider) What?!
Me: Lots of love and chocolate!
Hayden: I eat chokit too?!
Me: Yes
Hayden: And Santa will be there!
Me: No. Santa is in the North Pole at his house.
Hayden: Yeah. He's naked.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Just when I thought I'd heard it all....
Ok, maybe not all. My kids are still very young after all.....
LOL
Hayden: (whining) Mamaaaaaaa???? I'm too tired to go to bed!!!!!
LOL
Hayden: (whining) Mamaaaaaaa???? I'm too tired to go to bed!!!!!
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Never a dull moment
Tonight Jason and I decided to go out to dinner as a family. He finally had a night off so we went. I wasn't feeling that great (over tired), but it was nice to get out of the house. We went to the Olive Garden which is always awesome and we make it about 90% of the way through dinner when Austin decideds to get up and investigate the emergency door. Just as Jason and I tell him to leave it alone, he pushes on the door and the alarm goes off. Keep in mind that the restaurant is packed full of people enjoying their dinners and the alarm is VERY loud. I was mortified! A few people nearby laughed. (they obviously must have kids), but some started to complain. It seemed like forever till the manager finally came over and shut it off. We apologized repeatedly and left as soon as we could! AAAHHHHHHHHH
We got into the car and I just wanted to get home and put the boys in bed. We're driving and Jason misses the turn toward home. I asked him where we were going and he said it was a surprise. We end up at the Verizon store. He bought me the Blackberry Storm! Woohoo!!!
Still upset about Austin, but totally stoked about my new phone!! LOL
We got into the car and I just wanted to get home and put the boys in bed. We're driving and Jason misses the turn toward home. I asked him where we were going and he said it was a surprise. We end up at the Verizon store. He bought me the Blackberry Storm! Woohoo!!!
Still upset about Austin, but totally stoked about my new phone!! LOL
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Cleaning Update
This is what I have completed thus far:
1. Christmas tree has been taken down and all of the ornaments have been neatly put away.
2. The remaining Christmas decor has been taken down and put away.
3. Our broken dryer (which had been taking residence in our upstairs hallway) has been taken into the garage where it will stay until we decide what to do with it. LOL
4. Laundry has been done, and the washing machine has been scrubbed down.
5. Living room has been vacuumed, dusted and entry way mopped.
6. Family room/Kitchen has been mopped and dusted and all toys have been put away.
7. Banisters have been scrubbed and are now sparkling.
8. The master bathroom has been mopped.
9. The kids have been scrubbed. LOL
I'm sooo tired!! Good night everyone!
1. Christmas tree has been taken down and all of the ornaments have been neatly put away.
2. The remaining Christmas decor has been taken down and put away.
3. Our broken dryer (which had been taking residence in our upstairs hallway) has been taken into the garage where it will stay until we decide what to do with it. LOL
4. Laundry has been done, and the washing machine has been scrubbed down.
5. Living room has been vacuumed, dusted and entry way mopped.
6. Family room/Kitchen has been mopped and dusted and all toys have been put away.
7. Banisters have been scrubbed and are now sparkling.
8. The master bathroom has been mopped.
9. The kids have been scrubbed. LOL
I'm sooo tired!! Good night everyone!
Friday, January 2, 2009
Inspired
While I've been taking down all of my Christmas decor, I've been super inspired to clean my home from top to bottom. I've been picking up toys and doing the laundry and dishes, etc, but I mean seriously clean it. Scrubbing, dusting, vacuuming, and steam cleaning (if needed) every room in my home. I've been seeing the dirt build and its driving me crazy! LOL
This is no easy feat and the majority of it has to be done at night while Jason is at work and the boys are sleeping. Its the only time that I can concentrate undisturbed. Its a new year and I'm looking forward to a fresh, clean home!! :)
Wish me luck!
This is no easy feat and the majority of it has to be done at night while Jason is at work and the boys are sleeping. Its the only time that I can concentrate undisturbed. Its a new year and I'm looking forward to a fresh, clean home!! :)
Wish me luck!
Monday, December 29, 2008
This stuff only happens to me!
I have melted plastic in my hair......
Yes.....yes I do.........
Prayerfully it will wash out and I won't have to shave my head.......LOL.....J/K
Seriously.....
This sort of thing only happens to me!
Yes.....yes I do.........
Prayerfully it will wash out and I won't have to shave my head.......LOL.....J/K
Seriously.....
This sort of thing only happens to me!
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Friday, December 19, 2008
Feeling a little better today, so I thought I'd share this very boyish moment with you all. After my boys had their bath this morning, they were all lined up, wrapped in their towels, waiting for their clothes.
Carter: "Mama? My booty itches."
Me: "Ok. Scratch it."
Carter: "No. It itches on the inside."
Me: "Oh. Well just leave it alone then."
Carter: "Yeah, cause my poopoo is in there."
(I laughed)
Austin: "I scratch the inside of my booty."
Guess we'll be washing our hands more frequently!
Carter: "Mama? My booty itches."
Me: "Ok. Scratch it."
Carter: "No. It itches on the inside."
Me: "Oh. Well just leave it alone then."
Carter: "Yeah, cause my poopoo is in there."
(I laughed)
Austin: "I scratch the inside of my booty."
Guess we'll be washing our hands more frequently!
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Unexpected
Over this past weekend I was feeling incredibly run down. Good, just very tired. By the time Monday night hit, I was running high fevers and in a lot of pain. Tuesday, more pain, more fevers, lots of dizziness plus with my lack of appetite, no food for a while. Turns out that I have a full blown kidney infection. I think I even surprised the doctor who saw me in urgent care last night. They ran a bunch of tests on me (not sure what exactly), and I tested positive for them all. Meaning that I am one sick girl.
Please keep me in your prayers. My wonderful hubby is at work and its up to me alone to take care of our three munchkins and as of right now I can barely move.
Please keep me in your prayers. My wonderful hubby is at work and its up to me alone to take care of our three munchkins and as of right now I can barely move.
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Photo Shoot
Here are a few pics from my photo shoot this afternoon. Enjoy! Leave me a comment and let me know what you think! 
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