This morning we all slept in due to some rained out games! We did have "one" soccer game to attend late morning, but before we left I asked for the kids to clean their rooms and brush their teeth. An hour later, the kids had "attempted" to clean their room but did a horrible job and still did not have their teeth brushed.
This has become very typical lately. I work part-time and have several side jobs to help pay for my youngest private school tuition. So time is not something I have right now! And cleaning just frustrates me. Not because of the actual cleaning but because the rest of my household is not aiding or even helping keep things clean.
So today, I made a list. The list has EVERYTHING on it! And I will NOT clean! Everyone else in my house will be doing that for me this Saturday! HA!!! Call me mean, that's fine, but I am not a maid! Sometimes you got to whip 'em in shape to earn a little respect....right?
So as I blog, I have my husband replace lights bulbs, Addie is sorting dirty laundry, and Zander is cleaning the masterbath room. The list is a long list, but it is getting done!!
HA!!!!! I love these kind of Saturdays!!!!
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Friday, April 17, 2009
The Good Always Out Weighs the Bad
This week.........couldn't end soon enough! HA! But even though it was a tough week, I can still recall many great things that happened that kept me going.....
1. My favorite verse was put back on my radar this week. Amazing how a verse can do some many things for you in different situations in your life. JEREMIAH 29:11 The power of prayer and this scripture have created peace in my life!!
2. Zander hit his first homerun this past week!!! He hit a line drive right down the center of the field past all the other kids. Two men were on base, so he racked up 3 runs. What a fun experience to witness and see the look of amazement and excitement on his face!! Todd and I were pretty excited too!!!
3. I was able to sub twice this past week....both assignments were in first grade classrooms. On Wednesday I subbed for Zander's teacher. I have always wondered how he and his little friends acted in class. He is in a class of all the little competitive, athletic boys. And boy are they fun. Very bright, and quick witted!! Too cute!
4. Today I subbed for my cousin's class! This class was ADORABLE!! They were so sweet and more the sensitive type class! I got lots of sweet homemade gifts (several construction paper hearts, a beaded anklet, and nice letters). Those are some of the things I miss most about teaching full time. So it was a nice treat today!!!
5. Ewww, the rain! I love the rain we have had and am hoping for more to come! We have had very little rain here in Texas so the little storms we are getting is always big news and welcomed.
6. Canceled Games....because of the rain we have been blessed with rain out games this weekend! YAE!! I say YAE because we had "many" conflicts in our schedule. Zander was going to have to pick or chose between soccer and baseball and we also had pictures scheduled! Not to mention....sleeping in possibly tomorrow morning!
7. I had a much needed good nap a few hours ago. I have not slept in about 4 days and have been so busy! And at night, I just can't seem to wind down! But this afternoon, after subbing. I forced all the kids inside in front of a TV and we chilled. Gabe and I ended up sleeping from 4:30-7pm!
8. I got a special gift from a sweet little girl on Wednesday evening at TeamKID. It was the sweetest and most thoughtful gesture!! I got two, almost dead, dandelions from a child! Her mom was almost in tears (of laughter) when she saw her daughter give me these....but it was a very generous gift!!
9. Got to love boot camp! I got back on board for boot camp (fitness/workout). I had missed two workouts due to ballgames. I love being with all my friends and working out together. It really is fun! I always look forward to this time with my "girls"!!! And this week we added an additional workout session for in the morning!
10. Friends!!! I am thankful for the friendships God has given me. I have several ladies that have really meant alot to me in the past few months. I am blessed!
This week has been a challenge. But the good always outweighs the bad!!! God is good!!!
1. My favorite verse was put back on my radar this week. Amazing how a verse can do some many things for you in different situations in your life. JEREMIAH 29:11 The power of prayer and this scripture have created peace in my life!!
2. Zander hit his first homerun this past week!!! He hit a line drive right down the center of the field past all the other kids. Two men were on base, so he racked up 3 runs. What a fun experience to witness and see the look of amazement and excitement on his face!! Todd and I were pretty excited too!!!
3. I was able to sub twice this past week....both assignments were in first grade classrooms. On Wednesday I subbed for Zander's teacher. I have always wondered how he and his little friends acted in class. He is in a class of all the little competitive, athletic boys. And boy are they fun. Very bright, and quick witted!! Too cute!
4. Today I subbed for my cousin's class! This class was ADORABLE!! They were so sweet and more the sensitive type class! I got lots of sweet homemade gifts (several construction paper hearts, a beaded anklet, and nice letters). Those are some of the things I miss most about teaching full time. So it was a nice treat today!!!
5. Ewww, the rain! I love the rain we have had and am hoping for more to come! We have had very little rain here in Texas so the little storms we are getting is always big news and welcomed.
6. Canceled Games....because of the rain we have been blessed with rain out games this weekend! YAE!! I say YAE because we had "many" conflicts in our schedule. Zander was going to have to pick or chose between soccer and baseball and we also had pictures scheduled! Not to mention....sleeping in possibly tomorrow morning!
7. I had a much needed good nap a few hours ago. I have not slept in about 4 days and have been so busy! And at night, I just can't seem to wind down! But this afternoon, after subbing. I forced all the kids inside in front of a TV and we chilled. Gabe and I ended up sleeping from 4:30-7pm!
8. I got a special gift from a sweet little girl on Wednesday evening at TeamKID. It was the sweetest and most thoughtful gesture!! I got two, almost dead, dandelions from a child! Her mom was almost in tears (of laughter) when she saw her daughter give me these....but it was a very generous gift!!
9. Got to love boot camp! I got back on board for boot camp (fitness/workout). I had missed two workouts due to ballgames. I love being with all my friends and working out together. It really is fun! I always look forward to this time with my "girls"!!! And this week we added an additional workout session for in the morning!
10. Friends!!! I am thankful for the friendships God has given me. I have several ladies that have really meant alot to me in the past few months. I am blessed!
This week has been a challenge. But the good always outweighs the bad!!! God is good!!!
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Got to Love Kids.....
This is just a glimpse of the comedy we get from day to day in my house........
Monday, April 6, 2009
It is Here.....
I really had planned on going back to bed after getting the kids to school today. After such a big week and a busy day yesterday, I was looking forward to it....but guess what. It didn't happen! But I am quite alright with it!
Instead, I got a phone call at 7:30am that said my new washer and dryer were arriving around 9am. I have never been so excited about any machinery before (except for my first car). It is beautiful and it purrs so gently at every wash! I think I am in love!! HA!
I gladly welcomed my new LOWE's friend in. They got me completely hooked up in no time and took those nasty, no good old things away!
I got a Maytag 3000 series....both washer and dryer. I have done 6 loads of laundry today which would be 12 loads in my old washing/dryer days. I got it all done in a matter of a half a day too. The older model would have taken me all day, all night, and into the next day! AMAZING!
I hope to share pics soon! It is so awesome! I am so thankful to my dear husband who did this for me:) I love you Todd!!!
Instead, I got a phone call at 7:30am that said my new washer and dryer were arriving around 9am. I have never been so excited about any machinery before (except for my first car). It is beautiful and it purrs so gently at every wash! I think I am in love!! HA!
I gladly welcomed my new LOWE's friend in. They got me completely hooked up in no time and took those nasty, no good old things away!
I got a Maytag 3000 series....both washer and dryer. I have done 6 loads of laundry today which would be 12 loads in my old washing/dryer days. I got it all done in a matter of a half a day too. The older model would have taken me all day, all night, and into the next day! AMAZING!
I hope to share pics soon! It is so awesome! I am so thankful to my dear husband who did this for me:) I love you Todd!!!
Easter Eggstravaganza 09
I haven't blogged this week at all! Why!?!?! Because this past week I spent the week preparing for our FIRST ANNUAL EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA for our little town, and hosted by our church!
Being our first outreach that I have planned for the families of our community, I was really wanting to make it as inviting as possible for any unchurched or for our fellow neighbors and friends. So the city park was my choice, but I did have the old gymnasium for backup (just in case the weather did not corporate). I did not want to have the eggstravaganza on the church grounds because I felt visiting families would feel intimidated or even think they were NOT invited! Therefor, the park was my final decision.
After about 3 weeks of preparing, planning, and shopping, the event was in full motion! We had two bounce houses rented, we had carnival type games for the small children, we had family soccer and kickball games planned, some hot dogs to eat, and eggs to hunt.
Our "youth" group became head leaders in certain areas (carnival games and sporting games) and the adults did great filling in any gaps!
The only down fall was the WIND! With 40mph gusts and 35mph winds, the bounce house crew left as quickly as they arrived. I admit, I was highly discouraged and I was second guessing my decision on whether staying at the park was the right idea.
But, you know our God!!! Anything is possible with him...even in Texas wind!
The day was AWESOME! We had children from all over our small town come out to play and take part in the day. We had several new families and faces, too! It was so awesome to take a look at the park that I once played in as a child and to see my children playing with other children!
And what really made me smile was our teenage kids. These kids were assigned to be leaders of our carnival type games and to lead our sporting events. These teens did an outstanding job....and our little guys LOVED it! The teens even came to me and told me they had a blast serving, which showed and was a big reason why the day was a success! The younger ones loved playing with the BIG KIDS! They loved the attention! And loved being a part of their world for a couple of hours. What a way to bring these two generations together!
So many people lended a hand, some many did countless jobs! Without these people the day would have perhaps been long or even stressful....but it wasn't not one bit!
All in all, the day was great! I have learned alot from it, as well. Somethings that I will duplicate next year, and some things that will change. But the thing that I am glad that won't change is WHY we had the Eggstravaganza.....to celebrate our Lord, Jesus Christ!!!
Being our first outreach that I have planned for the families of our community, I was really wanting to make it as inviting as possible for any unchurched or for our fellow neighbors and friends. So the city park was my choice, but I did have the old gymnasium for backup (just in case the weather did not corporate). I did not want to have the eggstravaganza on the church grounds because I felt visiting families would feel intimidated or even think they were NOT invited! Therefor, the park was my final decision.
After about 3 weeks of preparing, planning, and shopping, the event was in full motion! We had two bounce houses rented, we had carnival type games for the small children, we had family soccer and kickball games planned, some hot dogs to eat, and eggs to hunt.
Our "youth" group became head leaders in certain areas (carnival games and sporting games) and the adults did great filling in any gaps!
The only down fall was the WIND! With 40mph gusts and 35mph winds, the bounce house crew left as quickly as they arrived. I admit, I was highly discouraged and I was second guessing my decision on whether staying at the park was the right idea.
But, you know our God!!! Anything is possible with him...even in Texas wind!
The day was AWESOME! We had children from all over our small town come out to play and take part in the day. We had several new families and faces, too! It was so awesome to take a look at the park that I once played in as a child and to see my children playing with other children!
And what really made me smile was our teenage kids. These kids were assigned to be leaders of our carnival type games and to lead our sporting events. These teens did an outstanding job....and our little guys LOVED it! The teens even came to me and told me they had a blast serving, which showed and was a big reason why the day was a success! The younger ones loved playing with the BIG KIDS! They loved the attention! And loved being a part of their world for a couple of hours. What a way to bring these two generations together!
So many people lended a hand, some many did countless jobs! Without these people the day would have perhaps been long or even stressful....but it wasn't not one bit!
All in all, the day was great! I have learned alot from it, as well. Somethings that I will duplicate next year, and some things that will change. But the thing that I am glad that won't change is WHY we had the Eggstravaganza.....to celebrate our Lord, Jesus Christ!!!
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Wanted Advice on a New Washer/Dryer
Todd and I are finally at the point that we must get a new washing machine and a dryer! We have had these cheap SAMS set for the last 10 plus years and now with a family of 5, we are doing laundry NONSTOP! Our dryer takes at least two rounds (sometimes more) to dry clothes and my washing machine makes funny sounds, leaves clothes very wet, and doesn't hold much laundry at once. And now, it is leaking water...... HUMMM!!!
I am not sure what size this washer is, but I admit, I do fill it too full of laundry! So I know I am not helping the matters either.
But I have two boys that play two sports at once that need their socks, shin guards, jerseys, under armor, baseball pants, etc., done before the next day!
So, we are now researching to find out what is the best. We would like to stay around $1500 for a set. But there are soo many choices. And what is so special about front end loaders!?!?!
I just want machines that wash well, fast, and lots of laundry at once!!!!
Any advice!?!?!
I am not sure what size this washer is, but I admit, I do fill it too full of laundry! So I know I am not helping the matters either.
But I have two boys that play two sports at once that need their socks, shin guards, jerseys, under armor, baseball pants, etc., done before the next day!
So, we are now researching to find out what is the best. We would like to stay around $1500 for a set. But there are soo many choices. And what is so special about front end loaders!?!?!
I just want machines that wash well, fast, and lots of laundry at once!!!!
Any advice!?!?!
Friday, March 27, 2009
A Cold Friday Night
It is 10:22pm on Friday night right now! All the kids are in the living room with Todd and I and they are slowly fading into sleep watching the Mavericks game with us.
It has been a strange day to say the least! I managed to talk my husband into staying at home...and even kept Gabe home today from school. No really good reason WHY! Just cos I thought we could use the additional sleep time and family time!
The older two HAD to go to school....Gabe is in PreK at a private school, so technically he can miss!
Todd and I ran a few errands after being lazy until 10am. Gabe was a trooper hanging out with us. We got jeans for Zander, socks for all the kids, a few church errands were ran, and grocery shopping was done.
We made it home in time for the last cold front! WOW! It was seventy degrees yesterday and now it is in the upper 30's. We have our last fire going in the fire place. I even made taco soup to welcome it and celebrate the last of winter! HA!
We have done a little bit of NOTHING and it feels great!
Soccer games have been cancelled tomorrow........so we are all looking forward to sleeping in until ten or so!
The only bad news is.....my washing machine is leaking water into the garage. I think we are about to splurge and get me a new washer/dryer set! YAE! That will be another blog...until then, looks like I might need to use LOTS of quarters at the washateria....fun fun!!
It has been a strange day to say the least! I managed to talk my husband into staying at home...and even kept Gabe home today from school. No really good reason WHY! Just cos I thought we could use the additional sleep time and family time!
The older two HAD to go to school....Gabe is in PreK at a private school, so technically he can miss!
Todd and I ran a few errands after being lazy until 10am. Gabe was a trooper hanging out with us. We got jeans for Zander, socks for all the kids, a few church errands were ran, and grocery shopping was done.
We made it home in time for the last cold front! WOW! It was seventy degrees yesterday and now it is in the upper 30's. We have our last fire going in the fire place. I even made taco soup to welcome it and celebrate the last of winter! HA!
We have done a little bit of NOTHING and it feels great!
Soccer games have been cancelled tomorrow........so we are all looking forward to sleeping in until ten or so!
The only bad news is.....my washing machine is leaking water into the garage. I think we are about to splurge and get me a new washer/dryer set! YAE! That will be another blog...until then, looks like I might need to use LOTS of quarters at the washateria....fun fun!!
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