Pompano Beach, Florida
Happy Birthday! January 9, 2010
Today is my… S’s birthday. “S” is my mother-in-law. I would have just said “mother-in-law” but I couldn’t figure out how to make it possessive. Where does the ’s go- after “mother” or “law”? That was just too much for my tired brain to work out tonight.
For S’s birthday she gives my kids gifts. This is a tradition she started last year when she couldn’t find herself a gift! The kids remembered too. It is very sweet to see her hand a gift to each of them and then hear them say “happy birthday”.
My gift to her is the dinner of her choice (although, I might have made that decision this year) and a home-made Boston Creme Pie. The pie (that looks a lot like a cake) was amazing. The dinner was not so amazing. It was a new chicken recipe that I should have used as a mere suggestion. I won’t be tempted again to follow a recipe so closely.
Anyway, Happy Birthday, S! We love you and are blessed by you daily. Thank you for spending the evening with us (and lying about the chicken…and for trying the bran muffin even after you said you didn’t like bran muffins…and for going to the store just one more time for your own birthday meal…and smiles you put on my kids’ faces. You are a good sport!)
Happy New Year! January 7, 2010
It has been graciously brought to my attention that I have not posted in some time (thank you Mr. M). So, this post is dedicated to Mr.M.
As I sit here surrounded by cracker crumbs, an unidentified sticky substance, and hungry children; he is back on the beaches of Mexico (and by “back”, I mean this is his second trip in 6 weeks). I know he is golfing, swimming, and working on his tan. I, on the other hand, am trying to figure out how it is legal to drive with 3 children in the car. I believe the recommendation for safe and legal operation of a moving vehicle is for the car to be distraction free. I better invest in a trailer. I don’t think I would hear their screams if I left the windows in the up position.
I know this is not your typical “New Year” post, but it’s all I’ve got! We are all healthy, maturing daily (which means not as many stories to tell, but I’m willing to pay that price for a little growth), and happy. The kids are thriving in their private school. The tuition costs are a small sacrifice when compared to the benefits.
Chris hasn’t worked much (at his job, he has worked plenty at home) in the last 6 weeks, so my life has been very easy. Thank you, sweet husband!
Christmas was quiet. Herbie mentioned, repeatedly, that he is spoiled! It was very cute of him to notice and appreciate the many gifts under the tree.
We are so blessed- good family, good friends, continued employment, improved health (we seem to have beaten strep throat), and a strong faith in God. My goal this year is to pass on an awareness of our many blessings and a spirit of thankfulness to our children.
I encourage you to count your blessings often and live today as if it is your last.
Happy 2010!
The Things They Say… November 5, 2009
“I saved the day!”
“How?”
“I kissed grandma AND I wore a cape!”
Bigweld to his sister on the way to The City this afternoon.
Not Forgotten… September 11, 2009
American Airlines Flight 11
United Airlines Flight 175
American Airlines Flight 77
United Airlines Flight 93
World Trade Center
Pentagon
Shanksville
2993 Dead
Millions Affected
Terrorism
19 Hijackers
Al-Qaeda
Patriotism
Heroes
September 11, 2001
“Kindergarteners” September 7, 2009
Well, it happened…we actually made it to the night before kindergarten. The boys are asleep and The Pilot and I are discussing what “kindergarten” means to our family. It means that the boys have learned to sleep through the night, eat solid food, walk, talk, run, use the toilet, argue, antagonize their sister, and stand on their own (with each other, of course). They are developing into two little men…two amazing men.
I hope that kindergarten gives them an understanding of letters, numbers, and playground etiquette. I also hope that their classmates (and teacher) see them as two different guys. I hope that they have fun…
Boys, we are so excited for you to be entering the world of education. We trust that it will be a positive experience (for all of us!).
A Quick Update August 23, 2009
My dinner plate hibiscus is blooming. It is more of a dessert plate hibiscus this year. I’m not sure what’s going on there. My tomatoes are a plenty, but they won’t ripen. Someone helped themselves to MY pears. And, the apple trees aren’t producing like they have in years past. How am I to stock my freezer if the plants aren’t cooperating? They must be in cahoots with my kids.
The boys have informed me that they are ready for school (kindergarten) to start. I think they just miss the glue sticks and water table. Violet is looking for something to do everyday, so she figures she’s ready to start 3rd grade. I am ready for the schedule of it all. I really like a schedule; without one I find myself still in my pjs at lunchtime. And, it isn’t a pretty sight!
The Pilot is flying (he might actually be in a hotel room by now- either way, he’s out of town). He is ready for the kids to return to school. This year we will have 3.5 hours per day to ourselves. That’s a whopping 17.5 hours of child-free, house clean, quiet, all to ourselves time! I am giddy with anticipation! Oh, the things I can (but only if I want to) do.
My parents are still parent-sitting. Dementia (my grandma) and brain cancer (her husband) are not pretty.
That’s it…I’m off to roll out the play-doh.
Convention Center or Bust! August 3, 2009
I am going to be in Portland this weekend. I would love to see all of you. I will be at Sock Summit space 1204. It looks like it should be a lot of fun (or just plain overwhelming). I am looking forward to seeing this yarn, these bags (yes, that is a shameless plug for my own product), and this lady.
Hope to see you there!
