I have had a very busy day. Love that Murphy's Oil soap!! Scrubbed down all my kitchen cabinets, and I do have a lot!! Washed down all the wood doors with it, too. Also dusted and washed the ceiling fan blades. Scrubbed the kitchen and dining room floors (and I even got down and scrubbed the kick boards). Dh, Dan, and I put together the trampoline & net. It is wonderful!! The children have been jumping on it, and enjoying it, and I have a peace of mind, knowing they can't fall off it.
Now, if I can just get out of bed tomorrow morning without hurting!
Our old church building, that we just sold a month ago, has been having some activity there on the weekends. We hear lots of hammering. They still aren't moved in there, and won't be, until they get some stuff done in there. They did move out some pews. The outside of it is stained brown (we used to love singing "The little Brown Church in the Vale") But, in one corner of it, it looks like they bleached it--rather sporadically, in sweeping motions, not complete. Hmm, what are they doing??
Well, I should get going. Need to get to church. Hope I don't moan too loudly during his teaching. :-)
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Monday, May 24, 2010
Oh, how I've missed you!
Dear computer,
I have totally missed you this weekend! I have been way too busy!!! Friday was a dud. Water problems galore! Here is how it went:
I got up thinking I would get so much done. Knew that the instant hot dispenser was leaking, and needed a new one. Got it the night before. Was going to install it, but looked outside, and decided to mow the lawn, as storm clouds were rolling in. I do not mow the lawn. :) And, if any of you had driven past--you would have wondered what on earth I was doing, as going around all those trees in my front yard--I had no rhyme nor reason for my method. I got the mowing deck stuck a multitude of times on the tree trunks--I try to get too close, I guess. So, I even learned how to back up! Found out you have to shut off the mowing mechanism first, or sparks fly. I don't know if that's normal. And, can you tell me why the mower has to die while I am stuck under a tree branch?? If you know me--I don't do bugs! And, here the mower died (I think it needed more gas) I'm crouched down under the branch, trying to start the thing, thinking of bugs, and wood ticks crawling onto me. I did have a bug on my shoulder, and I just about jumped off the mower while it was riding. Anyhow, I got it done, but I'm sure glad you can't see my exact path.
Went to install the new instant hot dispenser. We bought the same kind, just a smaller model. Found out when they built this house, they built it around my instant hot dispenser. LOL So, because dh and I are plumbing challenged, and didn't want to tackle ripping out pipes, we took the smaller one back, and got the bigger one (like we have).
My dh had been down under the kitchen sink, trying to get the old one out. Well, we have an elbow that tends to disconnect. Poor dh was under there, when the elbow came apart, and he got a facefull of dirty water. GROSS!! Then, to make matters worse, ditsy wife that I am, forgot the elbow was disconnected, and decided to cheer everybody up, and make supper. Ran water in said sink, and poor dh came out sputtering. I said, "Well, at least it is clean water." Oops!
Ok--so now--we have the new instant hot, and this was the only box left there--and it was opened. They assured us it would have all the parts. Ha! Missing the compression valve (I sound so knowledgeable, don't I??) It's the little doo hickey that hooks your little copper pipe to the water supply. So, it is 10:30 on a Friday night, we are all worn out, and dh declares, "Why do we get into projects that are WAY over our head??" We finally got it so we could have running water! Up till this point, we had to shut the whole house water off, as under the kitchen sink was a leaky tap line.
When we got the water turned back on--we found out we had a leak in the water heater room. Let's just say, it was a pretty good leak--1 gallon every 4 hours.
Saturday was Dan's birthday. And we had a graduation party to go to. We also picked up the parts we needed that were missing from the box.
Got back home, and a man from our church said he would look at the water heater room and figure out the fix it for that. So, the men go to get more parts to fix that leak. I am under the sink, trying to install the faucet for the hot water dispenser, when I hear the door shut, and the next thing I hear is an angel, saying, "Hi, mom! Do you need some help??" Oh, boy, do I!! It was Josh, and he crawled up in there, and got that thing all fixed up. Totally installed my new hot water dispenser. Fixed the leaky tap valve, too!!!
The other men got back, and fixed the leak in the water heater room. I don't know what to do! We have running water--hot and cold!! And no leaks!!! And my instant hot dispenser is a dream!!!!! I have used it so many times already since we got it put back in. Every morning, Sam has instant hot oatmeal. It is also nice to make tea, pressed coffee, hot chocolate, jello, etc. It comes out almost boiling, at 200 degrees.
So, after that, we made egg rolls for Dan's birthday. Josh & Brittany helped wrap and roll, too, so it went rather quickly
Sunday, was busy with church, and Growing Kids Gods' Way in the afternoon, and then church again last night.
Today is hot!! We went from winter right into summer. It is 95 degrees, and very humid. Ok, all my southern & California friends, quit snickering! I don't handle the heat. And I don't do humid. Yes--the a/c is on!
Well, I should close off, and get some stuff done.
Oh, and as an update--my new name is Stacey. You can call me Spacey Stacey. It fits.
I have totally missed you this weekend! I have been way too busy!!! Friday was a dud. Water problems galore! Here is how it went:
I got up thinking I would get so much done. Knew that the instant hot dispenser was leaking, and needed a new one. Got it the night before. Was going to install it, but looked outside, and decided to mow the lawn, as storm clouds were rolling in. I do not mow the lawn. :) And, if any of you had driven past--you would have wondered what on earth I was doing, as going around all those trees in my front yard--I had no rhyme nor reason for my method. I got the mowing deck stuck a multitude of times on the tree trunks--I try to get too close, I guess. So, I even learned how to back up! Found out you have to shut off the mowing mechanism first, or sparks fly. I don't know if that's normal. And, can you tell me why the mower has to die while I am stuck under a tree branch?? If you know me--I don't do bugs! And, here the mower died (I think it needed more gas) I'm crouched down under the branch, trying to start the thing, thinking of bugs, and wood ticks crawling onto me. I did have a bug on my shoulder, and I just about jumped off the mower while it was riding. Anyhow, I got it done, but I'm sure glad you can't see my exact path.
Went to install the new instant hot dispenser. We bought the same kind, just a smaller model. Found out when they built this house, they built it around my instant hot dispenser. LOL So, because dh and I are plumbing challenged, and didn't want to tackle ripping out pipes, we took the smaller one back, and got the bigger one (like we have).
My dh had been down under the kitchen sink, trying to get the old one out. Well, we have an elbow that tends to disconnect. Poor dh was under there, when the elbow came apart, and he got a facefull of dirty water. GROSS!! Then, to make matters worse, ditsy wife that I am, forgot the elbow was disconnected, and decided to cheer everybody up, and make supper. Ran water in said sink, and poor dh came out sputtering. I said, "Well, at least it is clean water."
Ok--so now--we have the new instant hot, and this was the only box left there--and it was opened. They assured us it would have all the parts. Ha! Missing the compression valve (I sound so knowledgeable, don't I??) It's the little doo hickey that hooks your little copper pipe to the water supply. So, it is 10:30 on a Friday night, we are all worn out, and dh declares, "Why do we get into projects that are WAY over our head??" We finally got it so we could have running water! Up till this point, we had to shut the whole house water off, as under the kitchen sink was a leaky tap line.
When we got the water turned back on--we found out we had a leak in the water heater room. Let's just say, it was a pretty good leak--1 gallon every 4 hours.
Saturday was Dan's birthday. And we had a graduation party to go to. We also picked up the parts we needed that were missing from the box.
Got back home, and a man from our church said he would look at the water heater room and figure out the fix it for that. So, the men go to get more parts to fix that leak. I am under the sink, trying to install the faucet for the hot water dispenser, when I hear the door shut, and the next thing I hear is an angel, saying, "Hi, mom! Do you need some help??" Oh, boy, do I!! It was Josh, and he crawled up in there, and got that thing all fixed up. Totally installed my new hot water dispenser. Fixed the leaky tap valve, too!!!
The other men got back, and fixed the leak in the water heater room. I don't know what to do! We have running water--hot and cold!! And no leaks!!! And my instant hot dispenser is a dream!!!!! I have used it so many times already since we got it put back in. Every morning, Sam has instant hot oatmeal. It is also nice to make tea, pressed coffee, hot chocolate, jello, etc. It comes out almost boiling, at 200 degrees.
So, after that, we made egg rolls for Dan's birthday. Josh & Brittany helped wrap and roll, too, so it went rather quickly
Sunday, was busy with church, and Growing Kids Gods' Way in the afternoon, and then church again last night.
Today is hot!! We went from winter right into summer. It is 95 degrees, and very humid. Ok, all my southern & California friends, quit snickering! I don't handle the heat. And I don't do humid. Yes--the a/c is on!
Well, I should close off, and get some stuff done.
Oh, and as an update--my new name is Stacey. You can call me Spacey Stacey. It fits.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
First days of summer
I've been keeping busy! I took pictures yesterday of the children, which can be a big thing to do. I put up a backdrop behind the children. Pick out the little one's clothes, and iron them. Move furniture as necessary, etc. I did take some of the pictures outside, and they turned out really nice. Then, as I had sent them to Wal-Mart, (did I tell you I love the 1 hour online photo capability?) it asked if I wanted them posted on my blog page, as well as Face Book. Well, I did, but didn't realize that it was so that other people can purchase the pictures! So, I took that post off here. I don't want that option. I just thought it would post the pictures that I had taken.
I am moving a bit slowly. I did some cleaning, and got out the carpet shampooer. Did a little spot that was right next to the vinyl flooring. Well, I normally go around the house barefoot, and I was headed into the kitchen, and went across the wet spot, not thinking of wet feet, which was then slippery on the vinyl, and went right down. I don't know how babies do it, when they are learning to walk, because it sure jars a person, all the way up their spine. Not to mention the nice bruises. :(
Need to get the new trampoline up. I can't wait!
I also need to make out a weekly menu, and get after Dan to pick his birthday meals. :) I let the children pick out all 3 meals they want on their birthday. I also have no clue as to what to get the young man, who is way taller than his tall momma!
I am also waiting for Fedex to come deliver my bread Dough Enhancer today. I ordered 6 cans of it, and it is supposed to come today. I really like home made bread a lot better with the Dough Enhancer added. I have made homemade dough enhancer, but it isn't the same.
ttfn
Debbie
I am moving a bit slowly. I did some cleaning, and got out the carpet shampooer. Did a little spot that was right next to the vinyl flooring. Well, I normally go around the house barefoot, and I was headed into the kitchen, and went across the wet spot, not thinking of wet feet, which was then slippery on the vinyl, and went right down. I don't know how babies do it, when they are learning to walk, because it sure jars a person, all the way up their spine. Not to mention the nice bruises. :(
Need to get the new trampoline up. I can't wait!
I also need to make out a weekly menu, and get after Dan to pick his birthday meals. :) I let the children pick out all 3 meals they want on their birthday. I also have no clue as to what to get the young man, who is way taller than his tall momma!
I am also waiting for Fedex to come deliver my bread Dough Enhancer today. I ordered 6 cans of it, and it is supposed to come today. I really like home made bread a lot better with the Dough Enhancer added. I have made homemade dough enhancer, but it isn't the same.
ttfn
Debbie
Sunday, May 16, 2010
This & that
Well, let's try to get you caught up in our lives.
Friday--I got to play in the dirt for a while (aka--planting). I planted some daffodils, dahlias, and some seeds in a planter. I also made bread! It has been so long since I have made bread, I'm not sure why I haven't. Now I realized why I have been so stressed--first of all, eating fresh, whole wheat bread has loads of the B vitamins in it, which is so vital for you when you are under stress. Secondly, when I make the bread dough, just working with the warm lumps of dough has a very calming effect for me. I can make 5 loaves of bread, from start to finish--from grinding the grain, to pulling 5 loaves out of the oven in an hour and a half.
Saturday was Matthew's 7th birthday. He started off with blueberry muffins. Oh, yes, my bad! I totally forgot to pick up some muffin mix (ok--I can make bread, but I had to buy muffin mix?? Well, if you knew how busy my day would be, you would understand). Thankfully, Rachel was out and about, and she picked up some muffin mixes for me. Lifesaver!! Otherwise, I would have gone down in the "way cool mom" department. Our plans were to leave at 11 to go to Chuck E. Cheese. At 10--Jon informs us that it is the annual town clean up day. We had been asking if they were doing it this year, and they didn't think so. I really needed to get some sofas & a fridge out of my garage! So, we hurried up, and got that down to the dumpster. We left for CEC at 11:30. Hit road construction and detours. Finally got there, and he enjoyed his time. Everyone donated their tickets to him, and he got some small prizes. Left from there to go to a graduation party. After that, home to make home made, from scratch, pot pies. Oh, and to finish decorating the Candy Land Cake. I was thankful to go to bed last night!
Today has been filled with church. After Sunday School, Church, we then had a potluck for the families going through "Growing Kids God's Way", and then I got to watch a baby while the parents went through the class. I never know what to make for potlucks. I know, the northerners, are big on meat balls in a crock pot (right R in the South???) Tonight, after the evening service, we will have afterglow, and I am bringing crackers and dip for a snack.
Speaking of which, I'd better get going on that dip.
Friday--I got to play in the dirt for a while (aka--planting). I planted some daffodils, dahlias, and some seeds in a planter. I also made bread! It has been so long since I have made bread, I'm not sure why I haven't. Now I realized why I have been so stressed--first of all, eating fresh, whole wheat bread has loads of the B vitamins in it, which is so vital for you when you are under stress. Secondly, when I make the bread dough, just working with the warm lumps of dough has a very calming effect for me. I can make 5 loaves of bread, from start to finish--from grinding the grain, to pulling 5 loaves out of the oven in an hour and a half.
Saturday was Matthew's 7th birthday. He started off with blueberry muffins. Oh, yes, my bad! I totally forgot to pick up some muffin mix (ok--I can make bread, but I had to buy muffin mix?? Well, if you knew how busy my day would be, you would understand). Thankfully, Rachel was out and about, and she picked up some muffin mixes for me. Lifesaver!! Otherwise, I would have gone down in the "way cool mom" department. Our plans were to leave at 11 to go to Chuck E. Cheese. At 10--Jon informs us that it is the annual town clean up day. We had been asking if they were doing it this year, and they didn't think so. I really needed to get some sofas & a fridge out of my garage! So, we hurried up, and got that down to the dumpster. We left for CEC at 11:30. Hit road construction and detours. Finally got there, and he enjoyed his time. Everyone donated their tickets to him, and he got some small prizes. Left from there to go to a graduation party. After that, home to make home made, from scratch, pot pies. Oh, and to finish decorating the Candy Land Cake. I was thankful to go to bed last night!
Today has been filled with church. After Sunday School, Church, we then had a potluck for the families going through "Growing Kids God's Way", and then I got to watch a baby while the parents went through the class. I never know what to make for potlucks. I know, the northerners, are big on meat balls in a crock pot (right R in the South???
Speaking of which, I'd better get going on that dip.
Friday, May 14, 2010
Last day as a 6 year old
I love the day before a birthday. It is so much fun!! Tomorrow is Matthew's 7th birthday, so today will be filled with sayings like, "This is your last breakfast as a 6 year old", "The last playing outside as a 6 year old", etc. And my all time favorite, is tonight, before he goes to bed, and I pray with him, sing with him, and give him a good night kiss, it will be, "This is your last kiss as a 6 year old. When you wake up, you will be 7!"
Tomorrow starts it all over again. "This is your first breakfast as a 7 year old", "Your first kiss and hug as a 7 year old."
I went shopping yesterday, had to buy a ton of candy for the "Candy Land Cake". As the children were going through the bags, they saw all this candy and ask if they could have some. Nope--it's for the cake. I can't wait to see all this sugar coursing through their veins (read this sarcastically-ha, ha!)
The sun is out--and SHINING today!! Yippee!! Maybe it will warm up.
Tomorrow starts it all over again. "This is your first breakfast as a 7 year old", "Your first kiss and hug as a 7 year old."
I went shopping yesterday, had to buy a ton of candy for the "Candy Land Cake". As the children were going through the bags, they saw all this candy and ask if they could have some. Nope--it's for the cake. I can't wait to see all this sugar coursing through their veins (read this sarcastically-ha, ha!)
The sun is out--and SHINING today!! Yippee!! Maybe it will warm up.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
You ate my chocolates?
It is still cold and rainy up here in the north. So ready for nice, warm weather! I have some irises that are hoping it will warm up, as they are staying covered, and not wanting to peek out, yet. We had much nicer weather back in March.
My backyard is really starting to green up. With some warm weather, we might have some nice grass back there.
Did I mention we really need some warm weather??
I'm cold! And, our furnace keeps kicking in--it is just so wrong! Yes, I know I could lower the temp in the house, but we are already battling colds/coughs.
We were gone, just for a bit to town. Got back, and I found out Sam ate the rest of my chocolates!! He wonders how I figured it was him--well, judging from the chocolate smeared all over his face, um, I guess it was you! I think he felt bad, but, yet, given the chance, I'm sure he'd do it all over again.
Matthew is planning his birthday meals. Sounds good, except he wants to go to Chuck E. Cheese. :) We like Tim Hawkins a lot! He has a song (can't remember which one it is), that says the parents want to burn down Chuck E. Cheese, which gets all the parents laughing. Matthew does not like Tim Hawkins because of this song.
I'm supposed to be making out a menu and list, so I can go shopping tomorrow, but here I sit, updating the blog. :)
We are hoping that this past week of Matthew's Mishaps, are not a precursor to his 7th year! Still can't believe my baby will be 7 (shh--don't tell him I called him the baby!)
Josh & Brittany came over last night for my birthday meal of Rotisserie Chicken & Penne Pasta. I even let them pick out the mushrooms. How nice of me, huh?
Well, I should get going on that menu. I've been looking at it, and it just isn't getting done by itself.
My backyard is really starting to green up. With some warm weather, we might have some nice grass back there.
Did I mention we really need some warm weather??
I'm cold! And, our furnace keeps kicking in--it is just so wrong! Yes, I know I could lower the temp in the house, but we are already battling colds/coughs.
We were gone, just for a bit to town. Got back, and I found out Sam ate the rest of my chocolates!! He wonders how I figured it was him--well, judging from the chocolate smeared all over his face, um, I guess it was you! I think he felt bad, but, yet, given the chance, I'm sure he'd do it all over again.
Matthew is planning his birthday meals. Sounds good, except he wants to go to Chuck E. Cheese. :) We like Tim Hawkins a lot! He has a song (can't remember which one it is), that says the parents want to burn down Chuck E. Cheese, which gets all the parents laughing. Matthew does not like Tim Hawkins because of this song.
I'm supposed to be making out a menu and list, so I can go shopping tomorrow, but here I sit, updating the blog. :)
We are hoping that this past week of Matthew's Mishaps, are not a precursor to his 7th year! Still can't believe my baby will be 7 (shh--don't tell him I called him the baby!)
Josh & Brittany came over last night for my birthday meal of Rotisserie Chicken & Penne Pasta. I even let them pick out the mushrooms. How nice of me, huh?
Well, I should get going on that menu. I've been looking at it, and it just isn't getting done by itself.
Monday, May 10, 2010
Boys are so different than girls!
Ok--aside from the obvious--boys are WAY different than girls. I don't think that girls usually try to give their mother a heart attack on Mother's day! Whereas, boys, on the other hand, don't mind. I thought for sure we would end up in ER. Great mother's day gift, huh?? Well, Matthew came in the house with a bruise on the chin. When asked how he got it, he replied that he was rather sore from sliding. How does that make the chin bruised you might ask?? Well, he was sliding on his stomach. Ok. FROM OFF THE ROOF OF THE JUNGLE GYM!!!!! Ok--excuse the shouting. Now you see why I almost had a heart attack. He climbed up to the top of the roof of the jungle gym. Slid down the roof on his stomach. Dropped about 5 feet, landed on the slide, and slid the rest of the way down. Now you can see my relief at why we weren't in ER on Mother's day. I am so grateful that all he got out of the ordeal was a bruised chin. Did I mention that he is now grounded for life??
Other than that episode, I had a really nice Mother's Day. Got to take a nap--which was a bonus! Maybe it wasn't a nap--maybe I fainted after I saw Matthew's new trick.
We had Josh & Brittany over, and enjoyed my all time favorite of bbq chicken.
This will be our last week of school, and then, I am home free!! Whatever will I do with all my time?? Anything I want!! First off, will be putting together the new trampoline & net. Although, after yesterday, I am seriously reconsidering if it was a wise purchase. :) Then, I need to get going on the graduation finishing touches.
Other than that episode, I had a really nice Mother's Day. Got to take a nap--which was a bonus! Maybe it wasn't a nap--maybe I fainted after I saw Matthew's new trick.
We had Josh & Brittany over, and enjoyed my all time favorite of bbq chicken.
This will be our last week of school, and then, I am home free!! Whatever will I do with all my time?? Anything I want!! First off, will be putting together the new trampoline & net. Although, after yesterday, I am seriously reconsidering if it was a wise purchase. :) Then, I need to get going on the graduation finishing touches.
Saturday, May 8, 2010
Flowers!
I love flowers!! In fact, I have informed my family, that when I die, I do not want any flowers at my funeral--I want them while I am alive, so I can enjoy them.
Today, I got a delivery from ProFlowers! What a surprise!! They were a dozen roses from my sister and her family. Beautiful.
My dil, Sarah, sent me an email, and I had to laugh, because it is exactly how I feel. It says, "How many flowers end up at the funeral home, and how many flowers did the dead person enjoy while they were alive? I would rather have one rose and a kind word from a friend while I am here, than a whole truckload when I'm gone!"
The carnations are for the moms at church tomorrow. Shh! Don't tell them. :) Aren't they beautiful?? And, I've had the pleasure of enjoying them at home, till we take them tomorrow morning. There are 50 of them in the vase! Beautiful, huh?
Mrs. "Let it Snow" has her say. . .
Yes, around our house, I have been named, "Mrs. Let it Snow". I love the song!! But, you see, dear family--the song should only be sung during the WINTER--not in the spring! So, yes, I am very ready for spring--not 34 degree temps, like it was at 5 this morning, so the furnace had to kick in. Brrrrr.
I might have to rethink tomorrow's cookout. I love barbecue chicken on the grill. But, if it is going to be this cold, the chicken would take forever on the grill. Probably get frostbite. At least we didn't get the snow we were supposed to get.
I need to get some of the boys' hair cut today. No, not like Matthew's cut! Then, we need to do pictures. I really need to update the ones on the wall.
Running out of things to say, so I will sign off.
I might have to rethink tomorrow's cookout. I love barbecue chicken on the grill. But, if it is going to be this cold, the chicken would take forever on the grill. Probably get frostbite. At least we didn't get the snow we were supposed to get.
I need to get some of the boys' hair cut today. No, not like Matthew's cut! Then, we need to do pictures. I really need to update the ones on the wall.
Running out of things to say, so I will sign off.
Friday, May 7, 2010
A very rainy day
Yesterday was a bit chilly, at first, but then turned into a wonderful day! Today, it's rainy--and they say by nightfall, we might get snow!!! Get real!! I'm ready for springtime weather, but I guess we had that back in March.
You should see my big, beautiful back yard!!! I'm so excited to have some open space!! It's huge!! We will fill it up this year with a new trampoline and a pool. And, we will have LOTS of room to spare--enough room to play volleyball, and baseball or kickball. The newly planted grass is beginning to come up, and hopefully, soon, we won't have a mud pit. Although, Becca wants to move the volleyball net out to the muddy part and play in the mud!
Jon took off for Madison this morning, as he has a job interview down there. It is bittersweet--we are so proud of him, he has really matured this year, and we hope he gets the job, but, yet, we will miss him terribly.
Tonight will be really different. Just hubby & myself, and 2 little boys! Whatever will we do?? Maybe we will have to watch a Jerry Lewis movie. Dh is a Jerry Lewis fan, and we are raising the little ones right, as they love Jerry Lewis, too. Our favorites are the old movies, in black and white, with Dean Martin. All the older dc are going to Josh & Brittany's for a bon fire, and youth outing.
I have a birthday coming up, and no ideas on what I want! I guess I really don't need anything. So, if you have any ideas on what dh and family can get me--let me know!! (If you really know me well, you would know I don't like surprises--and I usually peek at gifts!! So, pass any suggestions through me first) May is one of our big birthday months--we have 3 birthdays in May--first mine, then a couple days later, Matthew, and then Daniel. Oh, and guess which cake Matthew wants again this year???? Yep--Candy Land Cake!! (Andrew is begging me NOT to make it again--but it is Matthew's birthday, and he gets to choose)
Found out today that my cousin was killed in a car accident early this morning. Pray for his family, as his dad, my uncle, is taking it very hard. My dad will be conducting the funeral.
I thought the wallpaper on this blog was of flowers, at first, but on closer inspection, I found out they are tools. :) Well, I guess that is because I am still a work in progress.
You should see my big, beautiful back yard!!! I'm so excited to have some open space!! It's huge!! We will fill it up this year with a new trampoline and a pool. And, we will have LOTS of room to spare--enough room to play volleyball, and baseball or kickball. The newly planted grass is beginning to come up, and hopefully, soon, we won't have a mud pit. Although, Becca wants to move the volleyball net out to the muddy part and play in the mud!
Jon took off for Madison this morning, as he has a job interview down there. It is bittersweet--we are so proud of him, he has really matured this year, and we hope he gets the job, but, yet, we will miss him terribly.
Tonight will be really different. Just hubby & myself, and 2 little boys! Whatever will we do?? Maybe we will have to watch a Jerry Lewis movie. Dh is a Jerry Lewis fan, and we are raising the little ones right, as they love Jerry Lewis, too. Our favorites are the old movies, in black and white, with Dean Martin. All the older dc are going to Josh & Brittany's for a bon fire, and youth outing.
I have a birthday coming up, and no ideas on what I want! I guess I really don't need anything. So, if you have any ideas on what dh and family can get me--let me know!! (If you really know me well, you would know I don't like surprises--and I usually peek at gifts!! So, pass any suggestions through me first) May is one of our big birthday months--we have 3 birthdays in May--first mine, then a couple days later, Matthew, and then Daniel. Oh, and guess which cake Matthew wants again this year???? Yep--Candy Land Cake!! (Andrew is begging me NOT to make it again--but it is Matthew's birthday, and he gets to choose)
Found out today that my cousin was killed in a car accident early this morning. Pray for his family, as his dad, my uncle, is taking it very hard. My dad will be conducting the funeral.
I thought the wallpaper on this blog was of flowers, at first, but on closer inspection, I found out they are tools. :) Well, I guess that is because I am still a work in progress.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
You cut your hair????
Can anyone tell me what possesses a child to cut their hair??? And, especially right before I need to get their pictures done. :( Well, in all fairness, he got gum in his hair--um, if it's in your mouth, how did it end up on top of your head?? I was gone to a ladies meeting, and I guess Matthew was all upset about the gum in the hair. So, his dad told him to wait until I got home. He had no patience, and had to get it out right now. So, he cut his hair. Right across the bangs. And, in some spots, it looks like he held back part of the hair, and cut the rest right down to the scalp. At least it will grow back, but he will have funny looking pictures.
So, today is Cinco de Mayo. We celebrated by having Taco Soup. Yep--it sounds weird, this is the first time we have had it, and actually, it was pretty good. I loaded mine with sour cream and cheese. Dh added cheese and corn chips. Tonight, we are going to have enchiladas and taco rice. The children are all bummed that I didn't make Fried Ice Cream. Maybe some other time.
Do you know the history behind this holiday?? Did you know that Helmann's Mayonnaise used to be made in England?? and that Mexicans love Mayonnaise? Well, in England in 1912, they loaded up 12,000 jars of Mayonnaise on the Titanic--and eventually it was to go to Mexico. Well, we all know what happened to the Titanic. It sunk. The nation of Mexico went into a time of mourning, and still mourn on the day that the Mayonnaise was to arrive, which was May 5th. So, every year, they mourn the Sinko de Mayo. :)
Here ends today's wit.
So, today is Cinco de Mayo. We celebrated by having Taco Soup. Yep--it sounds weird, this is the first time we have had it, and actually, it was pretty good. I loaded mine with sour cream and cheese. Dh added cheese and corn chips. Tonight, we are going to have enchiladas and taco rice. The children are all bummed that I didn't make Fried Ice Cream. Maybe some other time.
Do you know the history behind this holiday?? Did you know that Helmann's Mayonnaise used to be made in England?? and that Mexicans love Mayonnaise? Well, in England in 1912, they loaded up 12,000 jars of Mayonnaise on the Titanic--and eventually it was to go to Mexico. Well, we all know what happened to the Titanic. It sunk. The nation of Mexico went into a time of mourning, and still mourn on the day that the Mayonnaise was to arrive, which was May 5th. So, every year, they mourn the Sinko de Mayo. :)
Here ends today's wit.
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Welcome
I thought I would give this a go, and see how I do. :) I am a wife & mother--married to a Pastor, and we have 10 children together--not a Yours, Mine and Ours family. One husband, one wife, 10 children.
A "Manse" is an old term for the pastor's residence--the current word is parsonage. But, I was trying to stay with the "M's", as our last name also starts with an "M". So, I came up with Many in the Manse.
Yes--life does get crazy--probably more often than not.
Today, I had to run to church for a bit, and was sure I had my cell phone in my purse--in case the oldest babysitter at home needed to reach me. Well, just a while later, my husband got a call from our oldest son, asking where I was--he had called my cell phone, only to have my 9 year old (with Down's) answer the phone! The oldest son asks the one with my phone--Does mom know you have her phone?? He quickly hung up.
I should tell you a bit about us--we have been married for 28 years. We have 10 children--Josh (26) is married to Brittany; Josiah (23) married to Sarah, and they have our first grandbaby--Jeremiah (4 months); Benjamin (22) is in Madison going to school for Video Technology--I forget the official label; Rachel (20) is living at home, working to earn enough money for further education; Jonathan (18) just got his driver's license and is going to graduate home school high school; Rebecca just turned sweet 16, and got a dozen roses from her dad; Daniel will be 14 this month--and is way taller than me; Andrew is 11, and loves sports; Samuel is 9 and is our child with Down Syndrome; and lastly is Matthew, who will be 7 this month. Whew, there you have it!
Oh, and did I mention that I have home educated all of the children, for all of their school years? I have almost 5 done (as of June of this year), and 5 more to go--1/2 way there.
A "Manse" is an old term for the pastor's residence--the current word is parsonage. But, I was trying to stay with the "M's", as our last name also starts with an "M". So, I came up with Many in the Manse.
Yes--life does get crazy--probably more often than not.
Today, I had to run to church for a bit, and was sure I had my cell phone in my purse--in case the oldest babysitter at home needed to reach me. Well, just a while later, my husband got a call from our oldest son, asking where I was--he had called my cell phone, only to have my 9 year old (with Down's) answer the phone! The oldest son asks the one with my phone--Does mom know you have her phone?? He quickly hung up.
I should tell you a bit about us--we have been married for 28 years. We have 10 children--Josh (26) is married to Brittany; Josiah (23) married to Sarah, and they have our first grandbaby--Jeremiah (4 months); Benjamin (22) is in Madison going to school for Video Technology--I forget the official label; Rachel (20) is living at home, working to earn enough money for further education; Jonathan (18) just got his driver's license and is going to graduate home school high school; Rebecca just turned sweet 16, and got a dozen roses from her dad; Daniel will be 14 this month--and is way taller than me; Andrew is 11, and loves sports; Samuel is 9 and is our child with Down Syndrome; and lastly is Matthew, who will be 7 this month. Whew, there you have it!
Oh, and did I mention that I have home educated all of the children, for all of their school years? I have almost 5 done (as of June of this year), and 5 more to go--1/2 way there.
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