C ended up in our bed after Daddy left for work. This is pretty common. I got up and started my day. When C woke up he found me for his morning hug. I gave him his hug and his good morning sunshine!, and he looked up at me with his beautiful eyes and tousled hair and said:
C: Hey Mommy, you know those line things on t.v.?
Me: No. You will have to be more specific. Describe them to me.
C: You know. Those line strip things they talk about on t.v....that you put on your nose.
Me: Yeah. I think I know what you're talking about.
C: We need to get you some of those. You were snoring. I waked up and heard something...it sounded like Duke (the dog) or something. I didn't know what it was. It was a weird sound and it kinda scared me...but it was you...snoring. So, I think we should get you some of those strips because they help you to not be snoring.
Thanks, C. You are always thinking! I am sure he will take great care of his Mommy...someday...always.
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Comment from C: Hey Mommy! Guess what! D and Me are geniuses! We're pretty smart, so we are geniuses; so boys rule and girls drool. Pretty cool, huh?!
Yes, Mr. C, cool you are!
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Got the wading pool out of the barn for the kids. It was pretty hot and humid here. The girls helped scrub it and got it all cleaned out. All four were pretty excited to fill it and to have fresh cold water to play in...the dog didn't care for it so much. The kids sure did work hard at getting him to try it though. Later in the day D asked if he could go back out side and play in the water in his and Duke's tub. The nut! Love the observation from his toddler point of view.
Little notes from this life I love....
Monday, June 29, 2009
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Another one down...
... many more to go. Another school year completed. I am so very proud of all the kids and the growth they've shown throughout the year. Progress was made...B even brought up her writing grade...NOT her favorite subject. It was a happy day! But a part of me was dreading it, as in if I didn't acknowledge it then it really can't be here already....right? I am looking forward to more time with the kids...really...enjoying the summer. (So many people I know dread the kids time off - I just don't get that!) I just can't believe another school year has come and gone, that the kids are another year older, that it seems to go by so quickly.
The kids are all excited, though! They are looking forward to the mini vacations (no big ones this year!), sun, swimming, sprinklers, gardening, exploring, visiting, camping, smores, bike rides, reading in the porch swing, visits to the library, staying up late, sleeping in, you know...just living and loving life. Me too! I am right there with you! Let the adventures begin!
The kids are all excited, though! They are looking forward to the mini vacations (no big ones this year!), sun, swimming, sprinklers, gardening, exploring, visiting, camping, smores, bike rides, reading in the porch swing, visits to the library, staying up late, sleeping in, you know...just living and loving life. Me too! I am right there with you! Let the adventures begin!
Monday, June 1, 2009
Vitamin C
My sweet little man, C. He was home from school early today...not feeling great. We were hanging out watching some PBS. I think it was Between the Lions. All the kids enjoy that show. I am especially happy that Mr. C likes it because it gives him some much needed reinforcement of his reading skills. He is one that needs to be in the right mood to sit and read for any length of time. I am always looking for and trying new things to keep it fun and happy for him. I want so much for it to be a positive thing for him. Oops, veered of track! Any way, a "commercial" or announcement came on about reading to and with your child EVERY DAY. We try...though I must admit, it doesn't always happen like it should. So, C is watching and taking it all in, and he says, "Mommy, we should do that. Can we do that?"
Me: Do what?
C: Read EVERY day?
Me: Sure, we can try that.
C: Can we start today?
Me: Yes, we can do that?
C: It says you should read to your kids EVERY day!
Me: OK
C: I REALLY want to do that. Mommy, put that on my list.
Me: Put it where?
C: On my birthday list. I really want that for my birthday.
Isn't that something? It makes me feel happy...and sad...and inspired! I feel bad that he feels that he needs to ask for that...for his birthday! I am happy that he is wanting to read more though!
It is also funny, and cool to me, that the kids have caught on and work well with my rule about "the lists". Whenever we are out, or talking, or watching tv, or just noticing things, the kids see things that they might like or enjoy. They can't always have everything they want...surprise, surprise! So, to make it easier on all of us, we make lists. The kids can put ANYTHING on their list. It also helps me to remember the things they want and like, and helps them to narrow down what they really want and what is impulse. It works.
Anyway....
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this boy! I think he has an old soul. He can be so insightful sometimes. He pulls things out of thin air...things that are so off the wall...but in a good way...a really good way!
God must really love me, to send such a special guy to be my son........of course, I think I've been pretty blessed with all four!
Me: Do what?
C: Read EVERY day?
Me: Sure, we can try that.
C: Can we start today?
Me: Yes, we can do that?
C: It says you should read to your kids EVERY day!
Me: OK
C: I REALLY want to do that. Mommy, put that on my list.
Me: Put it where?
C: On my birthday list. I really want that for my birthday.
Isn't that something? It makes me feel happy...and sad...and inspired! I feel bad that he feels that he needs to ask for that...for his birthday! I am happy that he is wanting to read more though!
It is also funny, and cool to me, that the kids have caught on and work well with my rule about "the lists". Whenever we are out, or talking, or watching tv, or just noticing things, the kids see things that they might like or enjoy. They can't always have everything they want...surprise, surprise! So, to make it easier on all of us, we make lists. The kids can put ANYTHING on their list. It also helps me to remember the things they want and like, and helps them to narrow down what they really want and what is impulse. It works.
Anyway....
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this boy! I think he has an old soul. He can be so insightful sometimes. He pulls things out of thin air...things that are so off the wall...but in a good way...a really good way!
God must really love me, to send such a special guy to be my son........of course, I think I've been pretty blessed with all four!
Friday, May 29, 2009
Back
I'm back. Again. It is painfully obvious that I need to exercise more discipline in my daily life. It would be so very helpful in so many areas...here being one of them. Spring has come and gone and summer is knocking at the door. So much has happened and also so little. (I know what I mean) For now, let's focus on the now.
I am busy, motivated, and thankful! I have a few new books to dive into in a effort to improve. I have a couple of new fitness dvd's to help in my fitness goals. I have a calendar that is lightening up ... and at the same time, filling up with fun and relaxation with the kids. The Daddy's job is going well, and I am losing mine...but it is really a good thing! I am blessed!
A is growing up before my eyes. She was just a toddler "yesterday". She is kind, understanding, silly, and fun. She is generous and loving. She is sincere, strong, loyal, and devoted. She is a good friend. I love her dearly! The next year holds many changes and I hope we can maintain open communication to help us both through! I think her growing up is harder on me! She has had field trips, band concerts, physics exploration, lego robotics, reading, math and science goals met, picnics, and time with friends and family. She is doing well! She has struggled with friend drama and has found her way through with grace!
B is more interesting every day! She is strong and determined, soft, and vulnerable. She has a tender heart. She is silly, fun, energetic, and imaginative. She, too, has had field trips, picnics, and plenty of school accomplishments. She has softball, tap, and tumbling; recitals, nature walks, bike rides, walking the dog, and playing hard. She works hard and plays hard...she is a perfectionist. She is excited for the summer and the freedom it affords. She is full of laughter and smiles, sound effects, creativity, and curiosity. She is truly a joy!
C has grown so much, and has yet maintained his lovable qualities. He is learning to try new things without so much drama. (or try once again the things he used to enjoy but then decided to eliminate from his list of good things) He is, therefore, eating better. He is becoming more active once again. This past school year has been a positive one for him and I couldn't be more proud. He is very loving. He needs to be heard. He is an old soul. He is funny, proud, goofy, smart, determined, and has quite the imagination. Love, love, love him!
D amazes me every day! The conversations we have leave me smiling, laughing, pondering, wondering where he picks things up. He is cuddly, sweet, smiley, giggly, and a stinker. He is smart and imaginative. His get out of bed excuses are legendary. Pre-school won't know what hit them...in a good way! He is the best surprise EVER!
I am the luckiest Mom!
We have been very busy with the end of school and preparing for summer...here we come.
I will try to catch up on other stuff later.
Me - the Mommy
I am busy, motivated, and thankful! I have a few new books to dive into in a effort to improve. I have a couple of new fitness dvd's to help in my fitness goals. I have a calendar that is lightening up ... and at the same time, filling up with fun and relaxation with the kids. The Daddy's job is going well, and I am losing mine...but it is really a good thing! I am blessed!
A is growing up before my eyes. She was just a toddler "yesterday". She is kind, understanding, silly, and fun. She is generous and loving. She is sincere, strong, loyal, and devoted. She is a good friend. I love her dearly! The next year holds many changes and I hope we can maintain open communication to help us both through! I think her growing up is harder on me! She has had field trips, band concerts, physics exploration, lego robotics, reading, math and science goals met, picnics, and time with friends and family. She is doing well! She has struggled with friend drama and has found her way through with grace!
B is more interesting every day! She is strong and determined, soft, and vulnerable. She has a tender heart. She is silly, fun, energetic, and imaginative. She, too, has had field trips, picnics, and plenty of school accomplishments. She has softball, tap, and tumbling; recitals, nature walks, bike rides, walking the dog, and playing hard. She works hard and plays hard...she is a perfectionist. She is excited for the summer and the freedom it affords. She is full of laughter and smiles, sound effects, creativity, and curiosity. She is truly a joy!
C has grown so much, and has yet maintained his lovable qualities. He is learning to try new things without so much drama. (or try once again the things he used to enjoy but then decided to eliminate from his list of good things) He is, therefore, eating better. He is becoming more active once again. This past school year has been a positive one for him and I couldn't be more proud. He is very loving. He needs to be heard. He is an old soul. He is funny, proud, goofy, smart, determined, and has quite the imagination. Love, love, love him!
D amazes me every day! The conversations we have leave me smiling, laughing, pondering, wondering where he picks things up. He is cuddly, sweet, smiley, giggly, and a stinker. He is smart and imaginative. His get out of bed excuses are legendary. Pre-school won't know what hit them...in a good way! He is the best surprise EVER!
I am the luckiest Mom!
We have been very busy with the end of school and preparing for summer...here we come.
I will try to catch up on other stuff later.
Me - the Mommy
Monday, February 16, 2009
Better...sort of
I am finally feeling better. This sinus crud is awful. It's been about three weeks! The kids have all recovered, but it took forever to leave me. The persistent cough and the AWFUL sinus headaches were the worst for me. I even had two days last week with headaches that wouldn't stop, brought along nausea, lightheadedness, and sweats...lovely, huh! But, it is better now. Thank you, God!
The kids are all well...other than the manners...we really need to get back on track with that one. The sass is a bit too frequent...and the temper tantrums, and meltdowns! I would like to believe that it is just spring fever. They had a taste of beautiful weather a week ago. A warm spell came through and melted all of the snow, and in the process, uncovered the sandbox. The trucks, shovels, and mud boots all came out for the occasion, and everyone got some good, old-fashioned fresh air. It tired them out some...but it.was.GOOD!
The kids all received great report cards. We took Grandma and Grandpa out with us for pizza to celebrate. They have shown improvement in their respective weaker areas too...that is always a blessing!
A is now trying to play the french horn. She was playing the flute, but they have the opportunity to try other instruments now and that was her choice. For now she is borrowing it from the school. We will see how she does and if she wants to continue next year before buying or renting for her. She has also gone on a couple of Science Saturday field trips in the last month. She attended a couple in the fall too. This time though, Daddy went along. I think he had just as much fun(if not more) as she did. The last two were at the University of Michigan and focused on engineering language, gliders, wind tunnels, and the like. There are a few more coming up that she is looking forward to...and Daddy too! He said he really wished they had these field trips when he was that age...He would have LOVED them! I am really glad that he was able to attend WITH A. It was a very good thing for the two of them to do together...Daddy-Daughter moments.
B is doing well too. She went with Daddy to buy truck parts and it was just the two of them. With four kids, they don't often have the chance to just be with one parent one on one. It has been a goal of mine the last few months and the kids are all enjoying it. It is important for her (and the others) to have their own time. She needs and deserves the time with Daddy. They stopped at the golden arches for lunch and Shamrock shakes and had a couple of hours. It was just running some errands, but to her it was so much more! She has also wanted to cuddle and read together lately. I have enjoyed that time with her and it's an easy way to work on her reading with her without it feeling like work to her. It is nice to have those moments. Too often, those little things get lost in the daily shuffle of life. She is a great kid!
C is so special! He spent a day recently helping the Daddy grease the truck and work in the shop. He had to wear his "work" gloves and use his own tools. He also has been full of the tantrums lately. It is all about extremes for him right now...please tell me it is the age! He is either very happy or very not. His fuse has been short and is easily lit and set off. Hopefully, with diligence on my part, we will get through this quickly. PLEASE let us get through it quickly! Love him!
D is full of fun and surprises every day. He, along with C, worked with Daddy to replace the sump pump. You should have seen the get-ups! Tool belts, tools, hard hats, gloves, flash lights, and Daddy's new pipe wrenches! Oh my! It is a really good thing that Daddy has plenty of patience for that kind of help. D has also been rhyming everything lately. His favorite (for reasons unknown to me) is "ruff, buff". He walks around repeating it all the time. Today he was watching Sesame Street and it was about Baby Bear and his pet parrot, Ralphie. So, today, he walked around the house saying "Ralphie, balphie". Why?......why not? He has done very well with completing his transition to "potty trained big boy". He does like company though. If he is headed to the bathroom, he wants someone to go with him...for conversation and moral support, I guess. He always announces "I have to go the bafroom!", and I say "Then go!", and he always comes back with..."but, I might need heeeelp!" I am sure, as "they" say, I will miss this very soon!
So, I guess all is "normal" here. Ups and downs, happy and sad, fun and not so much, all a part of family life. And to be honest, I wouldn't give it up for anything....maybe quiet the bickering and tantrums....but, I will keep the rest for I am richly blessed!
The kids are all well...other than the manners...we really need to get back on track with that one. The sass is a bit too frequent...and the temper tantrums, and meltdowns! I would like to believe that it is just spring fever. They had a taste of beautiful weather a week ago. A warm spell came through and melted all of the snow, and in the process, uncovered the sandbox. The trucks, shovels, and mud boots all came out for the occasion, and everyone got some good, old-fashioned fresh air. It tired them out some...but it.was.GOOD!
The kids all received great report cards. We took Grandma and Grandpa out with us for pizza to celebrate. They have shown improvement in their respective weaker areas too...that is always a blessing!
A is now trying to play the french horn. She was playing the flute, but they have the opportunity to try other instruments now and that was her choice. For now she is borrowing it from the school. We will see how she does and if she wants to continue next year before buying or renting for her. She has also gone on a couple of Science Saturday field trips in the last month. She attended a couple in the fall too. This time though, Daddy went along. I think he had just as much fun(if not more) as she did. The last two were at the University of Michigan and focused on engineering language, gliders, wind tunnels, and the like. There are a few more coming up that she is looking forward to...and Daddy too! He said he really wished they had these field trips when he was that age...He would have LOVED them! I am really glad that he was able to attend WITH A. It was a very good thing for the two of them to do together...Daddy-Daughter moments.
B is doing well too. She went with Daddy to buy truck parts and it was just the two of them. With four kids, they don't often have the chance to just be with one parent one on one. It has been a goal of mine the last few months and the kids are all enjoying it. It is important for her (and the others) to have their own time. She needs and deserves the time with Daddy. They stopped at the golden arches for lunch and Shamrock shakes and had a couple of hours. It was just running some errands, but to her it was so much more! She has also wanted to cuddle and read together lately. I have enjoyed that time with her and it's an easy way to work on her reading with her without it feeling like work to her. It is nice to have those moments. Too often, those little things get lost in the daily shuffle of life. She is a great kid!
C is so special! He spent a day recently helping the Daddy grease the truck and work in the shop. He had to wear his "work" gloves and use his own tools. He also has been full of the tantrums lately. It is all about extremes for him right now...please tell me it is the age! He is either very happy or very not. His fuse has been short and is easily lit and set off. Hopefully, with diligence on my part, we will get through this quickly. PLEASE let us get through it quickly! Love him!
D is full of fun and surprises every day. He, along with C, worked with Daddy to replace the sump pump. You should have seen the get-ups! Tool belts, tools, hard hats, gloves, flash lights, and Daddy's new pipe wrenches! Oh my! It is a really good thing that Daddy has plenty of patience for that kind of help. D has also been rhyming everything lately. His favorite (for reasons unknown to me) is "ruff, buff". He walks around repeating it all the time. Today he was watching Sesame Street and it was about Baby Bear and his pet parrot, Ralphie. So, today, he walked around the house saying "Ralphie, balphie". Why?......why not? He has done very well with completing his transition to "potty trained big boy". He does like company though. If he is headed to the bathroom, he wants someone to go with him...for conversation and moral support, I guess. He always announces "I have to go the bafroom!", and I say "Then go!", and he always comes back with..."but, I might need heeeelp!" I am sure, as "they" say, I will miss this very soon!
So, I guess all is "normal" here. Ups and downs, happy and sad, fun and not so much, all a part of family life. And to be honest, I wouldn't give it up for anything....maybe quiet the bickering and tantrums....but, I will keep the rest for I am richly blessed!
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Recovery
We are on the mend. Still the occasional cough or sniffle. D still suffers with the runny nose. I still have the headaches, congestion, and cough. But...we ore recovering. You should see the house...the kids have their energy back and seem determined to get out and play with EVERYTHING...of course, the energy runs out when it is time to clean up. Go figure! At least they are feeling better! I'll take the mess and noise of healthy kids any day over the quiet and stillness (and whining) of sick kids.
Gross conversation with D:
Me: Get your finger out of your nose.
D: But I got a bugger in dere.
Me: Well, let's use a tissue.
D: No! I do it mytelf.
Me: Just let me help you with a tissue.
D: But my tinger does it gooder.
See!
And so it goes...
Gross conversation with D:
Me: Get your finger out of your nose.
D: But I got a bugger in dere.
Me: Well, let's use a tissue.
D: No! I do it mytelf.
Me: Just let me help you with a tissue.
D: But my tinger does it gooder.
See!
And so it goes...
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Are we done yet?
We're sick, ill, under the weather...all of the above. Now, I am sick. It started with B. Then it moved to A. I managed to avoid it. Then C came home from school with a headache and lethargy. He rested with some pain reliever and went back to school the next day. Then over the weekend he showed more symptoms...then D got it. Then, I got it. Really, it was inevitable. I was hoping to avoid getting sick. I tried. I really, really tried.
It didn't work!
So, here I am. I think officially we would have to call it sinusitis. All of us at different stages of the illness. We have gone through multiple boxes of tissues, cough medicine, pain reliever, throat drops, chicken soup, Popsicles, and Mommy patience. A, B, and C are on the upswing and are mending nicely. D and I are still in the thick of it. I am hoping that if one must get sick at least once a year...this is our time and we will be over and done with it very soon.
Then maybe I will get some of my energy back...I certainly hope so.
I need to get some honey, my box of tissues, and get some sleep. Tomorrow is a new day.
It didn't work!
So, here I am. I think officially we would have to call it sinusitis. All of us at different stages of the illness. We have gone through multiple boxes of tissues, cough medicine, pain reliever, throat drops, chicken soup, Popsicles, and Mommy patience. A, B, and C are on the upswing and are mending nicely. D and I are still in the thick of it. I am hoping that if one must get sick at least once a year...this is our time and we will be over and done with it very soon.
Then maybe I will get some of my energy back...I certainly hope so.
I need to get some honey, my box of tissues, and get some sleep. Tomorrow is a new day.
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Back
Back to school. Monday morning was rough...not smooth at all. Nobody wanted to get up and move. The beds were warm and cozy and it was still dark outside. Did we really have to get out of bed and head out into that cold darkness...for school?
Well, we did need to, and we did it. It wasn't pleasant, but it was done...and once it was done, fun was had by all. We had a snow day on the last scheduled day of school prior to the Christmas break. The kids were all happy about that...except that the class Christmas parties wouldn't be happening. Monday, the first day back, most of the teachers decided to hold at least a bit of a party in the afternoon. The excitement of the party and seeing all of their friends turned the sad start of a day into a very happy one after all!
Tuesday started off a bit better. Things went a bit more smoothly in the morning. B however, felt sick and stayed home. I erred on the side of caution and gave her the day. When she gets tired or run down, she gets sick...and it holds on. We are working to prevent that from happening. Luckily, she never ran a fever. She did sleep quite a bit though. By 2:00 she was getting back to her happy self. Thank goodness! D was wound up and happy to have his sister home with him for the day...even if she was sleeping quite a bit or laying around. He watched a movie with her and "read" books to her. He can do "3" very well, but he can also be a real sweetheart. Gotta love him!
A and C enjoyed their day at school with the excitement of the time with their friends carrying them through.
Today, it snowed. Not a lot, but steadily. On top of ice. Nice. The school day began as scheduled. The weather wasn't that bad...just enough to slow traffic down. Mr. D and I spent the day together, back to our "normal". We played puzzles, cars, and trains. We watched cartoons, drank juice, and ate goldfish crackers. It was nice. After the three older kids, I realize all too well that this time goes by very quickly. I am trying to savor it, I guess. We also went to the grocery store. They have the race car and pick-up truck carts there. We HAD to have the pick-up truck. D drove us through the store, having to stop and check the engine, and work on the engine from time to time. He is also quite the helper when it comes to choosing the items too! Needless to say, our shopping trip takes a bit longer this way... and we get quite a few smiles and comments from a number of the older shoppers! I am sure they realize that it doesn't last very long in the grand scheme of things. D (and A, B, and C for that matter) are very good reminders for me to just slow down, simplify, be in the moment and enjoy!
That is my goal for this year...just slow down, simplify, be in the moment, and ENJOY! Life is too short not too!
Well, we did need to, and we did it. It wasn't pleasant, but it was done...and once it was done, fun was had by all. We had a snow day on the last scheduled day of school prior to the Christmas break. The kids were all happy about that...except that the class Christmas parties wouldn't be happening. Monday, the first day back, most of the teachers decided to hold at least a bit of a party in the afternoon. The excitement of the party and seeing all of their friends turned the sad start of a day into a very happy one after all!
Tuesday started off a bit better. Things went a bit more smoothly in the morning. B however, felt sick and stayed home. I erred on the side of caution and gave her the day. When she gets tired or run down, she gets sick...and it holds on. We are working to prevent that from happening. Luckily, she never ran a fever. She did sleep quite a bit though. By 2:00 she was getting back to her happy self. Thank goodness! D was wound up and happy to have his sister home with him for the day...even if she was sleeping quite a bit or laying around. He watched a movie with her and "read" books to her. He can do "3" very well, but he can also be a real sweetheart. Gotta love him!
A and C enjoyed their day at school with the excitement of the time with their friends carrying them through.
Today, it snowed. Not a lot, but steadily. On top of ice. Nice. The school day began as scheduled. The weather wasn't that bad...just enough to slow traffic down. Mr. D and I spent the day together, back to our "normal". We played puzzles, cars, and trains. We watched cartoons, drank juice, and ate goldfish crackers. It was nice. After the three older kids, I realize all too well that this time goes by very quickly. I am trying to savor it, I guess. We also went to the grocery store. They have the race car and pick-up truck carts there. We HAD to have the pick-up truck. D drove us through the store, having to stop and check the engine, and work on the engine from time to time. He is also quite the helper when it comes to choosing the items too! Needless to say, our shopping trip takes a bit longer this way... and we get quite a few smiles and comments from a number of the older shoppers! I am sure they realize that it doesn't last very long in the grand scheme of things. D (and A, B, and C for that matter) are very good reminders for me to just slow down, simplify, be in the moment and enjoy!
That is my goal for this year...just slow down, simplify, be in the moment, and ENJOY! Life is too short not too!
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Happy New Year!
Well, 2009 is off to a nice start! Being the party animals that we are, we got Chinese take out and movies, and spent the evening with the kids. Actually, B was invited to the home of a friend and she rang in the new year there. The entire day was really quite relaxed and enjoyable. Daddy made a big breakfast (always a favorite at our house), we played with some of the new toys and games that the kids received for Christmas, played with the dog, and made some great snacks! We began 2009 with some of those we love most...I can't imagine a better way to begin!
On the first day of the year, we spent some time with Grandma and Grandpa. They were leaving for a vacation and both the Grandparents and the kids needed some time together before the extended distance from one another. Of course they will probably talk on the phone close to daily, but it just isn't the same. So, we all went out to dinner and enjoyed the company. The vacation plans were discussed as were the ideas for souvenirs. The souvenirs are the "pay" the kids receive for the pet care they provide for Daisy Doodle Dog. She will be living with us for the duration of Grandma's and Grandpa's vacation. She stays with us often enough now that our home is her second home. She fits right in and makes herself very comfortable. In fact, she tries to convince our dog that she is in charge. He, however, is still a puppy and completely ignores her attitude.
On the second, Daddy worked and the rest of us relaxed...not that we hadn't already been doing that! I did get some work done and crossed a few things off my never ending to do list. We slept in, watched cartoons, ran some errands, picked up the Doodle Dog, fit in a lot of play (must do before going back to the regular routine), watched some movies, ate some yummy, fun food, and were together!
On the third, we tried to ease ourselves in to the idea of the regular work/school schedule. We did sleep in though! We wouldn't want to go cold turkey! Daddy ran some errands, Mommy ran some errands (exciting, huh!), played outside, rode the snowmobile, played in the snow and on the ice, played inside, played computer games, played with trains, listened to music, played pirates, read books, played other games, played with animals, played with Cars, played music, and ended the day with a movie! Whew! Did I mention that we PLAYED!!! I loved it! I know many parents can't wait to send the kids back to school...that is not me. I really enjoy having them here and just being with them. Even through the bickering and picking on one another! I think they are pretty GREAT! I am so VERY BLESSED!!
That brings us to today. We had some freezing rain last night so it was a bit of a slippery morning. We ended up not leaving the house all day. It was pretty relaxed once again. Daddy took care of a big breakfast for the kids, and I slept in. That was a great gift since it won't be happening often for a while. Tomorrow it is back to school...back to that routine...not necessarily a bad routine, just a more hectic routine. We played, we played some more, and when that was done we played some more. Big surprise!
All in all, I think the kids all had a wonderful Christmas, a Great vacation, and the start of a terrific New Year!
2008 was great and 2009 has the potential to be even better! The adventure potential with four kids, a dear husband/Daddy, and a lively dog is pretty big!
Let the adventures begin!
On the first day of the year, we spent some time with Grandma and Grandpa. They were leaving for a vacation and both the Grandparents and the kids needed some time together before the extended distance from one another. Of course they will probably talk on the phone close to daily, but it just isn't the same. So, we all went out to dinner and enjoyed the company. The vacation plans were discussed as were the ideas for souvenirs. The souvenirs are the "pay" the kids receive for the pet care they provide for Daisy Doodle Dog. She will be living with us for the duration of Grandma's and Grandpa's vacation. She stays with us often enough now that our home is her second home. She fits right in and makes herself very comfortable. In fact, she tries to convince our dog that she is in charge. He, however, is still a puppy and completely ignores her attitude.
On the second, Daddy worked and the rest of us relaxed...not that we hadn't already been doing that! I did get some work done and crossed a few things off my never ending to do list. We slept in, watched cartoons, ran some errands, picked up the Doodle Dog, fit in a lot of play (must do before going back to the regular routine), watched some movies, ate some yummy, fun food, and were together!
On the third, we tried to ease ourselves in to the idea of the regular work/school schedule. We did sleep in though! We wouldn't want to go cold turkey! Daddy ran some errands, Mommy ran some errands (exciting, huh!), played outside, rode the snowmobile, played in the snow and on the ice, played inside, played computer games, played with trains, listened to music, played pirates, read books, played other games, played with animals, played with Cars, played music, and ended the day with a movie! Whew! Did I mention that we PLAYED!!! I loved it! I know many parents can't wait to send the kids back to school...that is not me. I really enjoy having them here and just being with them. Even through the bickering and picking on one another! I think they are pretty GREAT! I am so VERY BLESSED!!
That brings us to today. We had some freezing rain last night so it was a bit of a slippery morning. We ended up not leaving the house all day. It was pretty relaxed once again. Daddy took care of a big breakfast for the kids, and I slept in. That was a great gift since it won't be happening often for a while. Tomorrow it is back to school...back to that routine...not necessarily a bad routine, just a more hectic routine. We played, we played some more, and when that was done we played some more. Big surprise!
All in all, I think the kids all had a wonderful Christmas, a Great vacation, and the start of a terrific New Year!
2008 was great and 2009 has the potential to be even better! The adventure potential with four kids, a dear husband/Daddy, and a lively dog is pretty big!
Let the adventures begin!
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