So our daughter loves to get a notebook and do question and answer time with the family. She will ask totally random question and then ask you how to spell the answers and she dutifully writes them down. This morning she was asking me what different animals like to eat, so it went something like this.
"Mommy, what do bears like to eat?"
"They like fish."
How do you spell fish?"
"F-I-S-H"
"Okay, I got it, F-I-S-H"
"Mommy, what do monkeys like to eat?"
"They like bananas"
"Mommy how do you spell bananas?"
"B-A-N-A-N-A-S"
"Mommy, what do tamlingos like to eat?"
"I don't know what tamlingos are honey?"
"Yes you do Mommy, TAM-LING-GOS. (she repeated very slowly, I guess to help me understand. "
"Honey, I really don't know what a Tam-ling-go is." (at this point I am thinking, I am fixin' to be set straight by my 4yr old. Cause bless her heart, she is dumbfounded as to why her Mom does not know what a Tam-ling-go is. I brace myself for the "Diego" lecture or maybe the "Bindi the Jungle Girl" lecture when she suddenly looks at me and says,
"Oh. Mommy I am so silly, I meant what do FLA-MING-GOS eat."
Whew, at least for today, I am smarter than Diego and Bindi.
But, there is always tomorrow.
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Weekend Warriors
What a weekend. Let me tell you first off that I have so much to tell you. The first of which is so hilarious, that it has pained me to not a have enough time over the weekend to get this into cyberspace. My previous post was all about my husbands frustrations with ties. I have gone back read it a few more times, and I laugh at how funny that moment was. But, alas, I have found the answer!!! They have these ties called "zipper ties". Now, before you go off and think about "zip" ties, let me assure you that these are safe. They are simply pre-knotted with a zipper contraption that creates the neck loop. If you have a man who is perfect in every way, but needs some assisstance in the tie knotting area, you should indulge. I found them at the local department store for $25 and even Walmart carried them, for a much more friendly price of $8.98. So I bought two, but will take one back because I found them on the internet in long length, which will suit him better. Problem solved!!!
On to the next weekend adventure. The whole reason my husband needed a tie was for the Father/Daughter Sweetheart Dance. Our van was in the shop(that's another story) so I went with them and dropped them off. Our boys also had plans to spend the night with a friend, so I was footloose and fancy free. Ofcourse my plan was to go grocery shopping and to Sam's Club. I, know big night on the town!!! Then it hit me, I can go grocery shopping anytime, but how often can I sneek away and go to a movie all by myself? NEVER!!! So I detoured, and headed for the only theatre in our city. Wouldn't you know that the only movie I wanted to see didn't start till 9:30, and the very distant second choice was already sold out!!! What is a mom to do? So, I walked around the mall, which I hate doing on a Friday night and bought the boys their Easter shirts, and a few other essentials. And then I got hungry and decided to head to the food court on my way out. After checking out my options, I did what any mother of three would do for dinner. I broke ALL the rules and had a MILKSHAKE for dinner. It was so yummy. FYI, Chik-fil-A has the best shakes hand down. The rest of my night was totally boring, I gave in and went to Walmart. Which is almost worse without kids because since I am not consumed with keeping them in-line and trying to get out as quick as possible I end up wandering the aisles in a kidless stooper. Two hours later I am in the autoparts section wondering ,"why am I standing here?"
One of these days, I will master the kidless evening. Until then, I still have to head to Sams, but I am sure it will be a quick one since I will have all three in tow.
On to the next weekend adventure. The whole reason my husband needed a tie was for the Father/Daughter Sweetheart Dance. Our van was in the shop(that's another story) so I went with them and dropped them off. Our boys also had plans to spend the night with a friend, so I was footloose and fancy free. Ofcourse my plan was to go grocery shopping and to Sam's Club. I, know big night on the town!!! Then it hit me, I can go grocery shopping anytime, but how often can I sneek away and go to a movie all by myself? NEVER!!! So I detoured, and headed for the only theatre in our city. Wouldn't you know that the only movie I wanted to see didn't start till 9:30, and the very distant second choice was already sold out!!! What is a mom to do? So, I walked around the mall, which I hate doing on a Friday night and bought the boys their Easter shirts, and a few other essentials. And then I got hungry and decided to head to the food court on my way out. After checking out my options, I did what any mother of three would do for dinner. I broke ALL the rules and had a MILKSHAKE for dinner. It was so yummy. FYI, Chik-fil-A has the best shakes hand down. The rest of my night was totally boring, I gave in and went to Walmart. Which is almost worse without kids because since I am not consumed with keeping them in-line and trying to get out as quick as possible I end up wandering the aisles in a kidless stooper. Two hours later I am in the autoparts section wondering ,"why am I standing here?"
One of these days, I will master the kidless evening. Until then, I still have to head to Sams, but I am sure it will be a quick one since I will have all three in tow.
Friday, February 8, 2008
Talents
So, I have said it before, my man is not a suit wearing man. In fact, I have never seen him in a traditional suit before. Tuxedo, yes, at our wedding and my sisters, but suit never. And I do not want to either, he is a jeans man. But on occasion, he does grace our presence with a dress shirt and tie(and looks mighty fine if you ask me, and I know you would.) So, tonight is the annual Father/Daughter Dance and the occasion calls for his best duds. So, last night, I got out a few shirts for him to pick from, and hung them with her dress so we could make sure they did not clash, and then I went about putting the kids to bed.
Here, is were you need to know, I knew what was about to happen, but it is just one of those things, you have to let happen on its own, and not act like you expected it. You see, for all of my DH's amazing talents, he is far lacking in one area. Tie tying. No arguements, hands down, he just does not have the gift. Neither does his dad either, so I guess it is literally in the genes. But, like I said, I tried to leave well enough alone and see how he fared.
Well, I got the kids in bed, and headed into our room. There he was standing in front of the ironing board, with the laptop on, scrolling a site that promised to show you the perfect windsor knot. (proof that this really did happen since I never knew before last night that knots had different names)
Ofcourse, I fell out at the sight, but it got better. He was talking himself through it, actually argueing with himself, which made it even funnier. And so with tears in my eyes, I try to help. I found some videos on youTube, trying to be helpful. But the first one I pulled up was a guy who couldn't tie his tie, and his friends were making fun because he was on a website himself trying to figure it out. (FYI, the website was the SAME one my DH was looking at prior) Anyway, five different sites and at least 50 unsuccesful attempts later, and I leave to check on the kids.
A moment later, my husband appears down the hall and tells me he needs our oldest son just for a minute. So, out of bed he wanders into our room. At this point, I am thinking, "I have gotto blog this!!!" but he has the laptop still!!! So I run to the desktop and pull everything up, and just as I am about to type away, our oldest is heading back down the hall to bed and behind him heading to the kitchen is my DH.
"Don't ever buy me a another tie. Not ever. Not for any occasion. If it is not already tied, I don't want it. I don't care if I look a fool, I am NEVER going to waste my time trying to tie a tie. And another thing, we are going to hire someone to come to our house and professionally teach our boys how to tie a tie. I will not let them grow up and have to argue with ties. And another thing, I need a tie for tomorrow, I had a come to Jesus meeting with this one, and it didn't want to come to Jesus, so its in the trash, in TWO PIECES!!! I'm going to bed."
I didn't know whether to laugh at him or hug him.
Instead I decided to blog about him.
Here, is were you need to know, I knew what was about to happen, but it is just one of those things, you have to let happen on its own, and not act like you expected it. You see, for all of my DH's amazing talents, he is far lacking in one area. Tie tying. No arguements, hands down, he just does not have the gift. Neither does his dad either, so I guess it is literally in the genes. But, like I said, I tried to leave well enough alone and see how he fared.
Well, I got the kids in bed, and headed into our room. There he was standing in front of the ironing board, with the laptop on, scrolling a site that promised to show you the perfect windsor knot. (proof that this really did happen since I never knew before last night that knots had different names)
Ofcourse, I fell out at the sight, but it got better. He was talking himself through it, actually argueing with himself, which made it even funnier. And so with tears in my eyes, I try to help. I found some videos on youTube, trying to be helpful. But the first one I pulled up was a guy who couldn't tie his tie, and his friends were making fun because he was on a website himself trying to figure it out. (FYI, the website was the SAME one my DH was looking at prior) Anyway, five different sites and at least 50 unsuccesful attempts later, and I leave to check on the kids.
A moment later, my husband appears down the hall and tells me he needs our oldest son just for a minute. So, out of bed he wanders into our room. At this point, I am thinking, "I have gotto blog this!!!" but he has the laptop still!!! So I run to the desktop and pull everything up, and just as I am about to type away, our oldest is heading back down the hall to bed and behind him heading to the kitchen is my DH.
"Don't ever buy me a another tie. Not ever. Not for any occasion. If it is not already tied, I don't want it. I don't care if I look a fool, I am NEVER going to waste my time trying to tie a tie. And another thing, we are going to hire someone to come to our house and professionally teach our boys how to tie a tie. I will not let them grow up and have to argue with ties. And another thing, I need a tie for tomorrow, I had a come to Jesus meeting with this one, and it didn't want to come to Jesus, so its in the trash, in TWO PIECES!!! I'm going to bed."
I didn't know whether to laugh at him or hug him.
Instead I decided to blog about him.
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Quiver full of Grace?
Okay, so I pretty much vowed not to even get out of bed this morning unless I was armed with a good attitude and a quiver full of grace. I figured that since I could not keep myself from shooting, at least I could change my weapon, right?
So, I cheerfully got up and woke my boys. I told them I was going to jump in the shower, and if they were up and ready for school by the time I got out I would make them breakfast this morning. Yeah, for bribery!!! That counts as grace right? So off I went, adding that if my oldest started the coffee, I would be very grateful.
Unfortunaely, the coffee canister was empty and he did not know which coffee to open, so I had to make it myslf, but they were dressed and reading. All is well. Breakfast was great, coffee hot and especially amazing, on such a chilly morning 32degrees!!!
I guess here is a good place to detour and say that years ago when i started homeschooling I sat down and wrote out what my objectives would be. At the very top of my list was to instill a love of reading and research in my kids. I wanted them to read, but not just for reading sake. I wanted them to LOVE reading. For them to want to spend a cold rainy day curled up on the couch and be unable to put a book down. I longed for them to stay up late unable to close a book.
Well, we succeeded. They love to read. They love it so much that I am often telling them to put down their books and pick up their pens.
Now, back to this morning. My son, disobeyed me 3x this morning, all in regards to reading.
1st - Son, no reading at the table.
2nd - Son, close the book, eat your breakfast.
3rd - Son, put the book away, it's time to start school.
Mind you, I was only holding grace in my quiver...and oh, how that pained me. I wanted to give him a swift kick in the pants, but I pulled out my grace and pulled back my bow and told him that I was trying really hard to be graceful, and then begged him not to make me go get any additional arsenal.
Finally, we were off and schooling. It was a good day, going smoothly and without much conflict so I think to myself...self, lets get a little planning done for our upcoming trip to D.C., Philly, and New York. So there I am, scouring maps and trip books, and suddenly I realize I need to print some things off. PROBLEM. My laptop won't let me print anything the past couple weeks. So I try to problem solve, and search for answers. TWO HOURS later, I still don't have anything fixed. Phyisical harm almost came to both our desktop and the laptop. I mean, literally throwing it was an option.
So, Lord, thank you for filling my quiver full of grace and not real ammunition, for surley I would have fired recklessly today, and both man and machine would have paid a severe price. Because, if it's not one thing it's another. And, thankfully today grace helped me walk away.
I guess I should pull out this quiver more often.
So, I cheerfully got up and woke my boys. I told them I was going to jump in the shower, and if they were up and ready for school by the time I got out I would make them breakfast this morning. Yeah, for bribery!!! That counts as grace right? So off I went, adding that if my oldest started the coffee, I would be very grateful.
Unfortunaely, the coffee canister was empty and he did not know which coffee to open, so I had to make it myslf, but they were dressed and reading. All is well. Breakfast was great, coffee hot and especially amazing, on such a chilly morning 32degrees!!!
I guess here is a good place to detour and say that years ago when i started homeschooling I sat down and wrote out what my objectives would be. At the very top of my list was to instill a love of reading and research in my kids. I wanted them to read, but not just for reading sake. I wanted them to LOVE reading. For them to want to spend a cold rainy day curled up on the couch and be unable to put a book down. I longed for them to stay up late unable to close a book.
Well, we succeeded. They love to read. They love it so much that I am often telling them to put down their books and pick up their pens.
Now, back to this morning. My son, disobeyed me 3x this morning, all in regards to reading.
1st - Son, no reading at the table.
2nd - Son, close the book, eat your breakfast.
3rd - Son, put the book away, it's time to start school.
Mind you, I was only holding grace in my quiver...and oh, how that pained me. I wanted to give him a swift kick in the pants, but I pulled out my grace and pulled back my bow and told him that I was trying really hard to be graceful, and then begged him not to make me go get any additional arsenal.
Finally, we were off and schooling. It was a good day, going smoothly and without much conflict so I think to myself...self, lets get a little planning done for our upcoming trip to D.C., Philly, and New York. So there I am, scouring maps and trip books, and suddenly I realize I need to print some things off. PROBLEM. My laptop won't let me print anything the past couple weeks. So I try to problem solve, and search for answers. TWO HOURS later, I still don't have anything fixed. Phyisical harm almost came to both our desktop and the laptop. I mean, literally throwing it was an option.
So, Lord, thank you for filling my quiver full of grace and not real ammunition, for surley I would have fired recklessly today, and both man and machine would have paid a severe price. Because, if it's not one thing it's another. And, thankfully today grace helped me walk away.
I guess I should pull out this quiver more often.
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
The Cradle Will Rock
Well, the funk continues. The walk cleared my mind, but my day just could not let up. The kids were argumentative(and remember I was in a fighting mood), the disposal quit working, the dirty laundry pile was shrinking, but the folding pile just kept growing, my van is in the shop b/c the a/c went out and about 5 other things as well, and to top it off I am having a "fat" day.
So, while I grovel in the hassles of my life I thought I would take a moment and try to find that happy place by listing some of my blessings.
My husband is home from his trip to FL, really glad to have him home, although I am still working through the jealousy since now he has a tan AND he got to visit my sister and her family while he was gone....happy thoughts, happy thoughts
The Beez read her first word without any help today...just randomly she read "gum" on her writing sheet...yeah for progress.
Our taxes are done, and yeah for a refund
We were kept safe from the storms last night.
Three kids on my Upward team prayed Jesus into their heart last night...that should be a blessing blog all by itself!!!!
I already have dinner made...yeah for soup in the crockpot.
My "Peep Show" shoes looked so cute yesterday when I picked up my husband from the airport.
I have made new friends because of this blog, and kept up with some old ones as well.
My kids are all on track to be done with all thier book work before we leave on our trip to D.C. and New York, so when we return, they will only have thier trip repoerts to do and their finals to take.
I did get 20 minutes of peace during my escape today, just enough to get me through the day.
Thank you for the little things Lord.
And for the BIG things as well. Like having a GREAT hair day!!!!
Even the most hectic day can just melt away when you have a good hair day.
Top that off with rocking my little girl to sleep, and I just might forget all the craziness by the time I wake up in the morning.
(After a cup of coffee, and a quick glance in the mirror to see if my good hair has weathered the night)
So, while I grovel in the hassles of my life I thought I would take a moment and try to find that happy place by listing some of my blessings.
My husband is home from his trip to FL, really glad to have him home, although I am still working through the jealousy since now he has a tan AND he got to visit my sister and her family while he was gone....happy thoughts, happy thoughts
The Beez read her first word without any help today...just randomly she read "gum" on her writing sheet...yeah for progress.
Our taxes are done, and yeah for a refund
We were kept safe from the storms last night.
Three kids on my Upward team prayed Jesus into their heart last night...that should be a blessing blog all by itself!!!!
I already have dinner made...yeah for soup in the crockpot.
My "Peep Show" shoes looked so cute yesterday when I picked up my husband from the airport.
I have made new friends because of this blog, and kept up with some old ones as well.
My kids are all on track to be done with all thier book work before we leave on our trip to D.C. and New York, so when we return, they will only have thier trip repoerts to do and their finals to take.
I did get 20 minutes of peace during my escape today, just enough to get me through the day.
Thank you for the little things Lord.
And for the BIG things as well. Like having a GREAT hair day!!!!
Even the most hectic day can just melt away when you have a good hair day.
Top that off with rocking my little girl to sleep, and I just might forget all the craziness by the time I wake up in the morning.
(After a cup of coffee, and a quick glance in the mirror to see if my good hair has weathered the night)
When the wind blows...
Today, I need some refreshment. After not much sleep last night due to the threat of bad weather I am in an ill mood and ready for a fight. Anyone game??? I hate days like this, like I am ready to pounce on anyone who dares. That is so not me, at least not on a normal day. But, alas today is not normal.
I think I am about to set the kids up with something that will keep their minds and hands occupied for a while and slip outside. Maybe a few times around the block or a quick trip through the woods will clear my mind and refresh my soul.
I'll let you know, cause if I keep typing it could get ugly.
Me and my ipod are signing off, but we are hoping to have something nice to say shortly.
Until then, me and my bad attitude are out the door.
I think I am about to set the kids up with something that will keep their minds and hands occupied for a while and slip outside. Maybe a few times around the block or a quick trip through the woods will clear my mind and refresh my soul.
I'll let you know, cause if I keep typing it could get ugly.
Me and my ipod are signing off, but we are hoping to have something nice to say shortly.
Until then, me and my bad attitude are out the door.
Monday, February 4, 2008
Typos...they could get you in trouble
So, one of my favorite blog sites is Beth Moore's LPM blogsite...it is hilarious to read her and her daughters posts, some are very serious, others are just about life in general. Well, last night I posted the following comment
"Just had to share the silliest thing that I have EVER DONE!!!My husband was out of town, my boys were at a church activity so my daughter and I had a "Girls Night Out". After Mexican, we roamed the mall, picked out treats from Claires for her, and then it happened. I wandered into Payless, and there they were...those beautiful brown platform high heeled peep toed shoes...AND I BOUGHT THEM!!!
They are amazing!!! I'm 5'11" and wear a size 11 shoe...but I had to get these in a 12...and they were still FABULOUS!!! Not boat-like at all!!!
If I make it to a LPL event this year I will show them off!!!Love to you all!!!!
April
Lauderdale MS"
I guess I was so excited about the Giants HUGE comeback for the Superbowl win that my mind and my fingers were not working together. The line that desribes the shoes as, " those beautiful brown platform high heeled peep toed shoes" was originally typed, "those beautiful brown platform high heeled PEEP SHOW shoes."
Thankfully, with a little prayer sent heaven ward, I reread my post before I sent it!!! Can you even imagine how hilarious that would have been!!! Bragging about me purchasing "PEEP SHOW" shoes!!! I almost wet my pants, and would have but I did not want to dirty those precious shoes!!!
Note to self, typos are not the end of the world. Unless you misspell your intended word and instead spell another.
Hope this made you smile!!!!
Have a blessed day.
"Just had to share the silliest thing that I have EVER DONE!!!My husband was out of town, my boys were at a church activity so my daughter and I had a "Girls Night Out". After Mexican, we roamed the mall, picked out treats from Claires for her, and then it happened. I wandered into Payless, and there they were...those beautiful brown platform high heeled peep toed shoes...AND I BOUGHT THEM!!!
They are amazing!!! I'm 5'11" and wear a size 11 shoe...but I had to get these in a 12...and they were still FABULOUS!!! Not boat-like at all!!!
If I make it to a LPL event this year I will show them off!!!Love to you all!!!!
April
Lauderdale MS"
I guess I was so excited about the Giants HUGE comeback for the Superbowl win that my mind and my fingers were not working together. The line that desribes the shoes as, " those beautiful brown platform high heeled peep toed shoes" was originally typed, "those beautiful brown platform high heeled PEEP SHOW shoes."
Thankfully, with a little prayer sent heaven ward, I reread my post before I sent it!!! Can you even imagine how hilarious that would have been!!! Bragging about me purchasing "PEEP SHOW" shoes!!! I almost wet my pants, and would have but I did not want to dirty those precious shoes!!!
Note to self, typos are not the end of the world. Unless you misspell your intended word and instead spell another.
Hope this made you smile!!!!
Have a blessed day.
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