I've wanted a two-story house for as long as I can remember. For whatever reason, I really just think of a two-story house as a "family" home.
Our family is a two-story and we've lived here for two and a half year. In that time, I've come to really appreciate what we had in our previous ranch homes. It's nearly impossible to keep two levels tidy at once. (I won't even mention my unfinished dumping ground known as the basement.)
Fortunately, I recently stumbled upon a way to at least keep my kiddos' possessions more tidy in the downstairs. Go here and read more. Then please comment and let me know what you do to tame the chaos in your home!
Thursday
That's Not What Hot Glue Means and It isn't Edible!
I think I might sit down to blog a little more often if I didn't spend so much of my time keeping kids from doing things that aren't in their best interest.
You know, things like pouring white glue into a glass of water and actually contemplating drinking it.
Of course, I also spend a fair amount of time doing things like sipping hot chocolate while reading piles of library books to my little ones.
I figure as long as I don't start putting glue instead of hot chocolate in the water we're in good shape. It isn't likely to happen. I'm not nearly as fun or as adventurous as they are. They certainly make life fun! (And truthfully, sometimes a bit scary.) I still wouldn't have it any other way.
You know, things like pouring white glue into a glass of water and actually contemplating drinking it.
Of course, I also spend a fair amount of time doing things like sipping hot chocolate while reading piles of library books to my little ones.
I figure as long as I don't start putting glue instead of hot chocolate in the water we're in good shape. It isn't likely to happen. I'm not nearly as fun or as adventurous as they are. They certainly make life fun! (And truthfully, sometimes a bit scary.) I still wouldn't have it any other way.
Wednesday
Lucky Boy?
Tonight we met at one of our favorite family restaurants--Jason's Deli. I had to take my little man to a doctor's appointment, so we met Tony and the girls for dinner.
As we were getting out of the van, Chris asked me if I would also be driving him home. Upon hearing my answer of yes, he responded, "I'm a lucky boy!"
Funny, I thought I was the lucky momma! He sure knows how to melt my heart.
As we were getting out of the van, Chris asked me if I would also be driving him home. Upon hearing my answer of yes, he responded, "I'm a lucky boy!"
Funny, I thought I was the lucky momma! He sure knows how to melt my heart.
Before Dinner
It's a typical afternoon around here. We picked up Ann from preschool and headed home for a quick snack and some play time.
Now, the chaos is about to start. Chris is currently sitting on the counter sorting silverware while Ann is playing at the table. She is fixing a tea party for her dolls and saying things like, "I wish Eva (her favorite doll) had a pumpkin house." Well, of course.
As part of her tea party, Ann made invitations for her dolls. I helped her with a bit of the spelling, but then she took over and started spelling phonetically. She invited Eva, Pni (Pinky), Rabo (Rainbow), and Butrfli (Butterfly).
Now, I sit here recording her first bit of attempting to spell on her own. I grabbed her invitations and told her I just wanted to quickly write something down. (She just came back over to claim them and I can tell that she is proud that I thought it was important enough to write about what she was doing.)
Chris has now finished sorting the silverware and has joined his younger sister watching Imagination Movers.
So, I guess I better stop recording this typical before dinner moment and get back to actually making dinner. I'm thinking my family might want more than the brown rice that is simmering on the back of the stove.
These are the days!
Now, the chaos is about to start. Chris is currently sitting on the counter sorting silverware while Ann is playing at the table. She is fixing a tea party for her dolls and saying things like, "I wish Eva (her favorite doll) had a pumpkin house." Well, of course.
As part of her tea party, Ann made invitations for her dolls. I helped her with a bit of the spelling, but then she took over and started spelling phonetically. She invited Eva, Pni (Pinky), Rabo (Rainbow), and Butrfli (Butterfly).
Now, I sit here recording her first bit of attempting to spell on her own. I grabbed her invitations and told her I just wanted to quickly write something down. (She just came back over to claim them and I can tell that she is proud that I thought it was important enough to write about what she was doing.)
Chris has now finished sorting the silverware and has joined his younger sister watching Imagination Movers.
So, I guess I better stop recording this typical before dinner moment and get back to actually making dinner. I'm thinking my family might want more than the brown rice that is simmering on the back of the stove.
These are the days!
Monday
A Monday Happy
The other day, Ann wanted to take a picture with me. I obliged.
The sweet look on her face makes my Monday! Please stop by Cheryl's at Twinfatuation for more fun Monday posts!
Sunday
Little Man's Favorite Song (My God is So Great)
My God is so great!
So strong and so mighty.
There's nothing my God cannot do for you!
Oh, I love that little guy! He loves, loves, loves this song. We were recently doing some of the curriculum at ABC Jesus Loves Me and this song was part of the lesson. He was so excited because it's his favorite!
It's my prayer that he doesn't just like this song, but that he believes it!
Wednesday
It's Going to Be Alright
A few weeks ago, I called the elementary school near our house to check on Kindergarten Round-Up. I'd seen signs posted advertising the dates and other schools, but wasn't sure when I needed to take my oldest.
I was a bit surprised when they informed me that I didn't have to wait until Kindergarten Round-Up to get started with Ann's school journey. The school has what they call Pre-K Nights to help new students and parents adjust to their new school life.
That is how I ended up dragging my sweet Ann to school last night. Dragging is the right term because she had no interest in going and I had to pull out all of my parenting tricks to finally get her in the car. We made the short drive and were soon in the library with all of the other parents.
Before we made it into the library, I ran into a friend from church. I'd forgotten that her son would start school at the same time as Ann. I felt relief flood through me as I realized I'd have a friend going through the same thing at the same school!
Once we were seated in the library, it really started to hit me that my oldest would soon begin a new phase of her life. My friend asked me if I was stressed out about the new chapter in our lives. I started to answer, but my eyes began to water and I told her I probably couldn't talk about it just then. (When did I become so sappy?)
It didn't help that Ann was curled up in my lap shielding her face with her coat. She had already turned down the cookies they had offered. (This is very unusual for my sugar-holic!) I realized that she might be a bit scared and nervous. I also realized that if she felt that was next year while she was at school, I wouldn't be there to comfort her. It was then that I again almost cried.
After I asked her one more time if she'd like a cookie, she did indeed take one. Perhaps energized by the sugar, she suddenly started to act like her normal self.
Soon, the time came for her to go with the other soon-to-be kindergartners to play games in another room. She popped up off my lap and gave me her "aren't-I-cool-that-I'm-doing-this" smile. It was then I was reminded she was going to be just fine.
I spent the rest of my time learning about the social skills needed in kindergarten. A half an hour later, Ann came back to the library with the other students. She looked happy.
After meeting the principal, who I immediately liked, we walked to the car with my friend and her son. Ann played with him as my friend and I talked. Once we parted ways, I helped Ann buckle into her seat.
"Mom," she said.
"Yes," I replied.
"I think this is going to be fun," she continued.
I think she's right. I can already see God at work in the beginning of this new adventure. I won't lie and say I won't cry on the first day of school. I most certainly will, but I also have a feeling I'll be excited for what is in store for Ann.
Ann, I couldn't be more proud to be your momma! You are a true blessing and I love you dearly!
I was a bit surprised when they informed me that I didn't have to wait until Kindergarten Round-Up to get started with Ann's school journey. The school has what they call Pre-K Nights to help new students and parents adjust to their new school life.
That is how I ended up dragging my sweet Ann to school last night. Dragging is the right term because she had no interest in going and I had to pull out all of my parenting tricks to finally get her in the car. We made the short drive and were soon in the library with all of the other parents.
Before we made it into the library, I ran into a friend from church. I'd forgotten that her son would start school at the same time as Ann. I felt relief flood through me as I realized I'd have a friend going through the same thing at the same school!
Once we were seated in the library, it really started to hit me that my oldest would soon begin a new phase of her life. My friend asked me if I was stressed out about the new chapter in our lives. I started to answer, but my eyes began to water and I told her I probably couldn't talk about it just then. (When did I become so sappy?)
It didn't help that Ann was curled up in my lap shielding her face with her coat. She had already turned down the cookies they had offered. (This is very unusual for my sugar-holic!) I realized that she might be a bit scared and nervous. I also realized that if she felt that was next year while she was at school, I wouldn't be there to comfort her. It was then that I again almost cried.
After I asked her one more time if she'd like a cookie, she did indeed take one. Perhaps energized by the sugar, she suddenly started to act like her normal self.
Soon, the time came for her to go with the other soon-to-be kindergartners to play games in another room. She popped up off my lap and gave me her "aren't-I-cool-that-I'm-doing-this" smile. It was then I was reminded she was going to be just fine.
I spent the rest of my time learning about the social skills needed in kindergarten. A half an hour later, Ann came back to the library with the other students. She looked happy.
After meeting the principal, who I immediately liked, we walked to the car with my friend and her son. Ann played with him as my friend and I talked. Once we parted ways, I helped Ann buckle into her seat.
"Mom," she said.
"Yes," I replied.
"I think this is going to be fun," she continued.
I think she's right. I can already see God at work in the beginning of this new adventure. I won't lie and say I won't cry on the first day of school. I most certainly will, but I also have a feeling I'll be excited for what is in store for Ann.
Ann, I couldn't be more proud to be your momma! You are a true blessing and I love you dearly!
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