6.14.10
Last minute: I had to run around today to get last minute details done for camp before leaving... whew!
Putting up a tent: who knew it could be such a hilarious experience! As we set up camp with the help of our YCL's I couldn't help but giggle when they asked me how to do something. It was the blind leading the blind! Good thing other people were around who knew what they were doing!
Firesides: I was able to talk tonight with the YCL's and have a quick devotional. I've been preparing for this for months. I always know that I'm allowing the spirit to touch my heart when afterward I don't remember what I said... so I must have been really feeling the spirit since I don't remember a word!
6.23.2010
6.13.2010
6.13.10
Toilet paper: you don't realize how much you love having it until you run out.
Listening to the jabber: I love listening to my kid as he talks to himself. He is so like me in the way that he likes to talk even if it is only to himself.
Necklaces: I was able to finish up 9 hand made necklaces today for my YCL's. I'm very happy they turned out so cute!
Toilet paper: you don't realize how much you love having it until you run out.
Listening to the jabber: I love listening to my kid as he talks to himself. He is so like me in the way that he likes to talk even if it is only to himself.
Necklaces: I was able to finish up 9 hand made necklaces today for my YCL's. I'm very happy they turned out so cute!
6.12.10
Countdowns: as camp gets closer and closer I get a little bit more excited and scared at the same time. Does that make any sense at all?
Netflix: I'm in love with the xbox feature. I've now had on movies and TV shows in the background as I pack and get things ready for camp.
Mail: my stamp set came today in the mail! Whoo-hoo!!! Yes I'm really that weird! (But I can make my own personalized jewelry now!)
Countdowns: as camp gets closer and closer I get a little bit more excited and scared at the same time. Does that make any sense at all?
Netflix: I'm in love with the xbox feature. I've now had on movies and TV shows in the background as I pack and get things ready for camp.
Mail: my stamp set came today in the mail! Whoo-hoo!!! Yes I'm really that weird! (But I can make my own personalized jewelry now!)
6.10.2010
6.9.10
Huge smiles: little E has this smile that is seriously half her face. With the two little teeth that have popped out on the bottom, when she smiles it's like a ray of sunshine!
Having the man around: my husband worked from home today and it was VERY nice. We even did an early dinner and took the kid to have some noodles. The little man also got a very cute haircut for his first birthday!
Skits: we got together tonight to work on the stake skit for girls camp. I haven't laughed that hard in a long time. Our priesthood leaders aren't afraid to do anything kooky... it's great!
Huge smiles: little E has this smile that is seriously half her face. With the two little teeth that have popped out on the bottom, when she smiles it's like a ray of sunshine!
Having the man around: my husband worked from home today and it was VERY nice. We even did an early dinner and took the kid to have some noodles. The little man also got a very cute haircut for his first birthday!
Skits: we got together tonight to work on the stake skit for girls camp. I haven't laughed that hard in a long time. Our priesthood leaders aren't afraid to do anything kooky... it's great!
6.08.2010
6.8.10
Sleep: last night I totally caved and took copious amounts of "aid" so that I could sleep. It was wonderful! I woke up before the alarm went off and felt rested and relaxed. I love that feeling!
Shopping: I was able to go out today (without the kid!) and get some shopping done for the upcoming events of life (1st birthday and camp). I'm so grateful for a sister who loves my kid as much as he loves her! Seriously, when she's around I'm totally chopped liver. YAY! At least there is one person I can pawn him off on!!!
Taco eating contest: my husband's work had a taco eating contest today. One of his friends on his team ate 24 tacos! Talk about indigestion! Ger only managed 5, but he's still talking about how much it hurts. Kinda funny if you ask me!
Sleep: last night I totally caved and took copious amounts of "aid" so that I could sleep. It was wonderful! I woke up before the alarm went off and felt rested and relaxed. I love that feeling!
Shopping: I was able to go out today (without the kid!) and get some shopping done for the upcoming events of life (1st birthday and camp). I'm so grateful for a sister who loves my kid as much as he loves her! Seriously, when she's around I'm totally chopped liver. YAY! At least there is one person I can pawn him off on!!!
Taco eating contest: my husband's work had a taco eating contest today. One of his friends on his team ate 24 tacos! Talk about indigestion! Ger only managed 5, but he's still talking about how much it hurts. Kinda funny if you ask me!
6.7.10
Laying in the grass: it was such a nice day today that Bug and I went out and laid in the grass together for a few minutes. He got up faster than I did and wandered around the back yard pointing at things and grunting for my approval. It was sure cute.
Mama: Bug has been saying mama for a long time now, but it has been in that kid way where you know he is applying it to the women of the world and not just me. We've been working on that by me patting him and saying his name, then patting my husband and saying Dada, and then patting me and saying Mama. He mimics us when we do this and he still cries my name when he's sad or hurt, but today... oh today! He came up to me out of the blue without me coaxing him, patted my arm and said Mama. Totally melted my heart.
Appreciating what you have: I've been trying to focus on the good and not on the stress. With camp less than a week away and my lists getting longer and longer... It's not as easy as it seems. :) Tonight as I sit on the couch after throwing out my back, I am forced to try and relax and focus on the good. I really am blessed with such a great family and friend network. I hope you know how grateful I am for all of you!
Laying in the grass: it was such a nice day today that Bug and I went out and laid in the grass together for a few minutes. He got up faster than I did and wandered around the back yard pointing at things and grunting for my approval. It was sure cute.
Mama: Bug has been saying mama for a long time now, but it has been in that kid way where you know he is applying it to the women of the world and not just me. We've been working on that by me patting him and saying his name, then patting my husband and saying Dada, and then patting me and saying Mama. He mimics us when we do this and he still cries my name when he's sad or hurt, but today... oh today! He came up to me out of the blue without me coaxing him, patted my arm and said Mama. Totally melted my heart.
Appreciating what you have: I've been trying to focus on the good and not on the stress. With camp less than a week away and my lists getting longer and longer... It's not as easy as it seems. :) Tonight as I sit on the couch after throwing out my back, I am forced to try and relax and focus on the good. I really am blessed with such a great family and friend network. I hope you know how grateful I am for all of you!
6.6.10
Teaching: I co-teach the 10 year old primary class in our ward. Today we talked about the ten commandments. I've read and heard the story hundreds of times over my life and I still taught it wrong! I swear... I'm going to get fired! However, I think the kids all enjoyed teasing me. :)
Long naps: the kid took a 3.5 hour nap this afternoon! Seriously!!! It was so nice to have the down time to sit and appreciate the quiet. I don't get much of that so I love it when it happens!
Chilling with the family: we went down to see my in-laws after the kid woke up and it was good to see them. Bug fell in love with the balloons they had from their homecoming, and grandma and grandpa gave him one to take home with him. It is his new favorite thing.
Teaching: I co-teach the 10 year old primary class in our ward. Today we talked about the ten commandments. I've read and heard the story hundreds of times over my life and I still taught it wrong! I swear... I'm going to get fired! However, I think the kids all enjoyed teasing me. :)
Long naps: the kid took a 3.5 hour nap this afternoon! Seriously!!! It was so nice to have the down time to sit and appreciate the quiet. I don't get much of that so I love it when it happens!
Chilling with the family: we went down to see my in-laws after the kid woke up and it was good to see them. Bug fell in love with the balloons they had from their homecoming, and grandma and grandpa gave him one to take home with him. It is his new favorite thing.
6.07.2010
6.5.10
Elbow grease: I scrubbed my kitchen floor today... my house now smells like Mr. Clean. It's a great smell!
Blue skies: I love going outside on such a beautiful day!
Movie night: We went out with my sister and her husband to see Prince of Persia. I'd heard bad things about it, and so I went in with low expectations. I love it when that happens because I was able to enjoy the movie for what it was. Entertainment!
Elbow grease: I scrubbed my kitchen floor today... my house now smells like Mr. Clean. It's a great smell!
Blue skies: I love going outside on such a beautiful day!
Movie night: We went out with my sister and her husband to see Prince of Persia. I'd heard bad things about it, and so I went in with low expectations. I love it when that happens because I was able to enjoy the movie for what it was. Entertainment!
6.4.10
Dancing queen: sometimes blasting ABBA as loud as you can makes for a very happy dance marathon.
Little plants: I love going out to the garden and watching the little plants grow. We have our first buds that are going to make little peppers. I'm so excited!
Old books: I'm one of those people who can read a book over and over again. I think I've read Pride & Prejudice every year of my life since I was 12. So, I'm a book hoarder. When I have the urge I go into my office, pick a book and read away... even if it is for the 21st time.
Dancing queen: sometimes blasting ABBA as loud as you can makes for a very happy dance marathon.
Little plants: I love going out to the garden and watching the little plants grow. We have our first buds that are going to make little peppers. I'm so excited!
Old books: I'm one of those people who can read a book over and over again. I think I've read Pride & Prejudice every year of my life since I was 12. So, I'm a book hoarder. When I have the urge I go into my office, pick a book and read away... even if it is for the 21st time.
6.03.2010
6.2.10
Red Mango: I love their yogurt. One of my besties took me there months ago and I was hooked! I'm a particular fan of their original flavor with some strawberries on it. YUMM!
Get'ur'done! every time I hear that expression I hear a lovable redneck saying it (in my head). It's been my mantra as of late. As I desperately try to get all the ducks lined up for all the things going on in my life I hear my studly redneck cheering me on!
Dish washer: my husband asked what he could do for me tonight (stress levels are high) and so my amazingly awesome husband did the dishes. He also rubbed my shoulders and made me laugh. How lucky am I to have such a great man in my life?
Red Mango: I love their yogurt. One of my besties took me there months ago and I was hooked! I'm a particular fan of their original flavor with some strawberries on it. YUMM!
Get'ur'done! every time I hear that expression I hear a lovable redneck saying it (in my head). It's been my mantra as of late. As I desperately try to get all the ducks lined up for all the things going on in my life I hear my studly redneck cheering me on!
Dish washer: my husband asked what he could do for me tonight (stress levels are high) and so my amazingly awesome husband did the dishes. He also rubbed my shoulders and made me laugh. How lucky am I to have such a great man in my life?
6.02.2010
6.1.10
Painting: I was able to paint 1100 little wooden disks today. I know... I rock! (They are for girls camp.)
Blankets: I also got one of the blankets I've been meaning to sew done today. I seem to be on fire! It's really cute with monkeys on it.
Craft stores: they have so many cute and fun things in them. I wish I were rich and could buy anything I want. :)
Painting: I was able to paint 1100 little wooden disks today. I know... I rock! (They are for girls camp.)
Blankets: I also got one of the blankets I've been meaning to sew done today. I seem to be on fire! It's really cute with monkeys on it.
Craft stores: they have so many cute and fun things in them. I wish I were rich and could buy anything I want. :)
5.31.10
Memorial Day: I'm so grateful for the men and women who serve and protect our country. I am very blessed to be in a country with the freedoms and liberties I have.
Kick ball: it was fun to watch my family go out and play with the kids. We played kick ball and I sat on the sidelines and cheered with Little D.
Food: I love the comfort of summertime BBQ food. I could eat all day!
Memorial Day: I'm so grateful for the men and women who serve and protect our country. I am very blessed to be in a country with the freedoms and liberties I have.
Kick ball: it was fun to watch my family go out and play with the kids. We played kick ball and I sat on the sidelines and cheered with Little D.
Food: I love the comfort of summertime BBQ food. I could eat all day!
5.30.10
Being released: I'm now down to 2 callings! I'm grateful for a little less stress!
Mommy time: there are times when it is hard to be the one the kid wants all the time, but there are other times that I'm grateful he knows that I love him and will protect him and take care of him. He had another rough day.
Sitting in the sun: I went into our back yard today and sat and enjoyed the breeze. It was very nice.
Being released: I'm now down to 2 callings! I'm grateful for a little less stress!
Mommy time: there are times when it is hard to be the one the kid wants all the time, but there are other times that I'm grateful he knows that I love him and will protect him and take care of him. He had another rough day.
Sitting in the sun: I went into our back yard today and sat and enjoyed the breeze. It was very nice.
5.29.10
Coming home: my sweet in-laws are coming home from their mission next week. It's a little early, but for medical reasons they will be home. I'm so excited to see them and I am excited to have them be a part of our lives on a regular basis again.
Date night: even though the kid isn't quite back to normal yet my husband and I went and saw Robin Hood tonight. It was a great movie and I'm thankful for family that takes care of crying boys!
"Don't worry and enjoy yourself" I really do have great sisters!
Tillers: We bought a low grade tiller for our back hill, aka the jungle. best. buy. ever!
Coming home: my sweet in-laws are coming home from their mission next week. It's a little early, but for medical reasons they will be home. I'm so excited to see them and I am excited to have them be a part of our lives on a regular basis again.
Date night: even though the kid isn't quite back to normal yet my husband and I went and saw Robin Hood tonight. It was a great movie and I'm thankful for family that takes care of crying boys!
"Don't worry and enjoy yourself" I really do have great sisters!
Tillers: We bought a low grade tiller for our back hill, aka the jungle. best. buy. ever!
5.28.10
Migraine: I know it's not something normal people are thankful for, however, when you have one and your husband decides to stay home from work to help take care of you and the kid... that makes for a much better day!
Holding a little boy: he's getting his top teeth in and seriously wants to be held all. the. time! So instead of being annoyed by not having hands I'm looking at it as a gift. Someday he won't want to be held and loved. Someday he'll want to be held and loved by a different girl. So today I will hold and love my little man, storing up the sweet snuggles in my memory bank.
Touching my toes: every once in a while I try to touch my toes to make sure I can still do it. Guess what! I can!
Migraine: I know it's not something normal people are thankful for, however, when you have one and your husband decides to stay home from work to help take care of you and the kid... that makes for a much better day!
Holding a little boy: he's getting his top teeth in and seriously wants to be held all. the. time! So instead of being annoyed by not having hands I'm looking at it as a gift. Someday he won't want to be held and loved. Someday he'll want to be held and loved by a different girl. So today I will hold and love my little man, storing up the sweet snuggles in my memory bank.
Touching my toes: every once in a while I try to touch my toes to make sure I can still do it. Guess what! I can!
5.27.10
Camp songs: I've been researching camp songs. Mainly because I want to get in the mood for camp. I'm hoping that going around singing all these songs will make me the cool goof-ball and not the crazy lady all the girls run from.
Green grass: the year I had cancer, we kinda let our yard go to pot. Seriously. It became our jungle. In the following years we've attempted halfheartedly to get the yard in order. One year we burned the grass and had cow spots... no joke... However this year we actually have a pretty yard! The grass is green, the weeds are pulled (front yard only, but at least it's a start), and we actually have a little garden! I know! It's shocking!
Goggy gog: it's how the kid is saying doggy dog.
Camp songs: I've been researching camp songs. Mainly because I want to get in the mood for camp. I'm hoping that going around singing all these songs will make me the cool goof-ball and not the crazy lady all the girls run from.
Green grass: the year I had cancer, we kinda let our yard go to pot. Seriously. It became our jungle. In the following years we've attempted halfheartedly to get the yard in order. One year we burned the grass and had cow spots... no joke... However this year we actually have a pretty yard! The grass is green, the weeds are pulled (front yard only, but at least it's a start), and we actually have a little garden! I know! It's shocking!
Goggy gog: it's how the kid is saying doggy dog.
5.26.10
Little E: after a drought of not having Little E around we were able to play with her today. It was so much fun! She is sitting up on her own and it makes for a lot more interaction between the two cousins. Of course they are both at that "I want that toy so I will take it away from you" phase... but still... it's cute!
Toes: I didn't mention this the day it happened, but I remembered it today and it made me laugh all over again. The other day out of the blue our little man went up and bit his dad's big toe. It was hilarious. I've never heard my husband squeal that way before. I guess Little D's teeth are sharp!
Noses: Little D is learning to honk noses. It's funny because he doesn't quite get that he can stop squeezing.
Little E: after a drought of not having Little E around we were able to play with her today. It was so much fun! She is sitting up on her own and it makes for a lot more interaction between the two cousins. Of course they are both at that "I want that toy so I will take it away from you" phase... but still... it's cute!
Toes: I didn't mention this the day it happened, but I remembered it today and it made me laugh all over again. The other day out of the blue our little man went up and bit his dad's big toe. It was hilarious. I've never heard my husband squeal that way before. I guess Little D's teeth are sharp!
Noses: Little D is learning to honk noses. It's funny because he doesn't quite get that he can stop squeezing.
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