Sunday, October 25, 2009
Thursday, October 22, 2009
At 5 Years Old?!?!?
This morning Livvy tells me:
"Mom, you know that girl that has the same shoes as me?"
I nodded.
"Well, I'm not friends with her anymore." she said.
I asked her why and her response was something I didn't expect AT ALL!!
" Because she lied (pronounced 'wied') to Pacey and she spit on Cynthia."
Has it started already?! I refuse to have my children living their lives in such drama. I don't care if I have to beat it out of them.
So I did the only thing I could do - smacked her around a bit. :) Just kidding!!! I just shrugged and said, "That's life Baby."
OOOOOHHHH, but that's not the end of the story.....
She was naughty this evening and got in trouble. Later when we were cuddling and I was talking to her about what she did wrong she tells me, "Mom, you lied to me." Again, pronounced "wied" and it took me a few trys to understand what she was saying.
You wanna know what I lied to her about?
(wait for it..........)
"You said you thought I was the most cutest girl ever."
Bwahahahahaha!!! It was one of those moments in a mom's life when they need to swallow the laughter and take a big breath.
I said, "Oh Honey, I DO think you are one of the most cutest girls ever! Why do you think that?"
"Because you love other babies more than me!" This was said in her most dramatic voice and tears running down her cheeks.
It has begun!
"Mom, you know that girl that has the same shoes as me?"
I nodded.
"Well, I'm not friends with her anymore." she said.
I asked her why and her response was something I didn't expect AT ALL!!
" Because she lied (pronounced 'wied') to Pacey and she spit on Cynthia."
Has it started already?! I refuse to have my children living their lives in such drama. I don't care if I have to beat it out of them.
So I did the only thing I could do - smacked her around a bit. :) Just kidding!!! I just shrugged and said, "That's life Baby."
OOOOOHHHH, but that's not the end of the story.....
She was naughty this evening and got in trouble. Later when we were cuddling and I was talking to her about what she did wrong she tells me, "Mom, you lied to me." Again, pronounced "wied" and it took me a few trys to understand what she was saying.
You wanna know what I lied to her about?
(wait for it..........)
"You said you thought I was the most cutest girl ever."
Bwahahahahaha!!! It was one of those moments in a mom's life when they need to swallow the laughter and take a big breath.
I said, "Oh Honey, I DO think you are one of the most cutest girls ever! Why do you think that?"
"Because you love other babies more than me!" This was said in her most dramatic voice and tears running down her cheeks.
Friday, September 11, 2009
Having fun with PSE
Well, I downloaded a trial version of PhotoShop Elements. I signed up for a free class to learn some basic techniques with it. And since I've been sick for the past few days, I've been resting and playing with some photos. Wanna see what I learned so far? :)
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Busy and Addictions
Well, I recently read an article in the Ensign about computer games and becoming addicted to them. Just so you know, I'm blushing from shame at this very moment. I LOVE playing on the computer.
Anyway, it really got me thinking. I have an obsessive personality (can we say Mt. Dew anyone?). The problem for me right now is when I drop all of my sweet kids off at school each morning. I come home and want to play my computer. And eventually I look at the clock and more time has gone by than I was expecting. :(
Also throughout the day I want to "pop" back on and just check things. Not a good idea!
Before I know it my day is all gone, my house is still a mess, and my kids are home wanting to be fed. Mac & Cheese has become a constant meal at our house and I've neglected my responsibilities.
I know that this is wrong. :( But when I read the article it put a different spin on things for me. This type of behavior is damaging spiritually! Here's a neat quote from Elder Donald L. Staheli (of the Seventy):
"Distractions and discouragement are some of Satan's most effective tools. He finds ways to help us make excuses about why we can't do this or that. He gets us involved in wasting our time and resources in things that lead us away from improving our lives and developing our talents. He blurs our focus by diverting our attention. This can happen to the very best of you."
Wow, message taken - loud and clear!! But in contrast, Elder Donald L. Hallstrom (of the Seventy) warns us that we have a choice to make.
"When we are out of balance, we have a choice. We can delay making changes and experience the tragedy of a failing family or the sorrow of losing our own spirituality; or we can be attentive and continually nudged by the whisperings of the Holy Spirit to make necessary adjustments. Seeking balance among the essential responsibilities of life is preparatory to salvation."
Well, needless to say but I'll say it anyway - I have decided to make some changes in my life. I'm entering a different phase of my life right now. It's actually a little scarey. For so long I've been sooooooo busy being a mom and a housewife, etc. Now that I've got some time to do other things I have NO idea what I want/need to do!!! I don't know what my talents are! Or even what I enjoy doing (aside from excessive gaming)! It's a little scarey reinventing yourself. I sure hope this part of my journey in life is as fulfilling as the rest has been. :)
Anyway, it really got me thinking. I have an obsessive personality (can we say Mt. Dew anyone?). The problem for me right now is when I drop all of my sweet kids off at school each morning. I come home and want to play my computer. And eventually I look at the clock and more time has gone by than I was expecting. :(
Also throughout the day I want to "pop" back on and just check things. Not a good idea!
Before I know it my day is all gone, my house is still a mess, and my kids are home wanting to be fed. Mac & Cheese has become a constant meal at our house and I've neglected my responsibilities.
I know that this is wrong. :( But when I read the article it put a different spin on things for me. This type of behavior is damaging spiritually! Here's a neat quote from Elder Donald L. Staheli (of the Seventy):
"Distractions and discouragement are some of Satan's most effective tools. He finds ways to help us make excuses about why we can't do this or that. He gets us involved in wasting our time and resources in things that lead us away from improving our lives and developing our talents. He blurs our focus by diverting our attention. This can happen to the very best of you."
Wow, message taken - loud and clear!! But in contrast, Elder Donald L. Hallstrom (of the Seventy) warns us that we have a choice to make.
"When we are out of balance, we have a choice. We can delay making changes and experience the tragedy of a failing family or the sorrow of losing our own spirituality; or we can be attentive and continually nudged by the whisperings of the Holy Spirit to make necessary adjustments. Seeking balance among the essential responsibilities of life is preparatory to salvation."
Well, needless to say but I'll say it anyway - I have decided to make some changes in my life. I'm entering a different phase of my life right now. It's actually a little scarey. For so long I've been sooooooo busy being a mom and a housewife, etc. Now that I've got some time to do other things I have NO idea what I want/need to do!!! I don't know what my talents are! Or even what I enjoy doing (aside from excessive gaming)! It's a little scarey reinventing yourself. I sure hope this part of my journey in life is as fulfilling as the rest has been. :)
Thursday, August 6, 2009
First Day Of School!!!
Here are the pics of this morning. The kids had mixed emotions. Elizabeth was nervous, but she was trying to be brave. I think she'll be fine once she gets into things. She's sitting near a really nice girl.
Elijah was like always. Goes where he's told whether he understands or not. He was talking to a few friends when I went to help Elizabeth find her line.
Jake was nervous, close to tears. But he is sitting right next to a friend of his from last year, Molly. She's such a cute, sweet, funny girl. Plus one of his other friends is in his class as well. He'll be fine once he gets into the classroom.
Livvy went right into class. She was so excited this morning. Then when I went to take her in she was nervous, but there weren't any tears. I told her that I had to leave because they don't let parents in today. She said, "Ok." And sat at her desk looking around. She looked so dang cute! :)
And me - I'm doing great now. Of course I cried after I dropped Livvy off. But I went into the nurses office (she's a friend) and composed myself. :)
Now I'm feeling real good. :) I'm watching some of my shows and playing on the computer. Then I'll get up and clean my house. Peaceful!
Elijah was like always. Goes where he's told whether he understands or not. He was talking to a few friends when I went to help Elizabeth find her line.
Jake was nervous, close to tears. But he is sitting right next to a friend of his from last year, Molly. She's such a cute, sweet, funny girl. Plus one of his other friends is in his class as well. He'll be fine once he gets into the classroom.
Livvy went right into class. She was so excited this morning. Then when I went to take her in she was nervous, but there weren't any tears. I told her that I had to leave because they don't let parents in today. She said, "Ok." And sat at her desk looking around. She looked so dang cute! :)
And me - I'm doing great now. Of course I cried after I dropped Livvy off. But I went into the nurses office (she's a friend) and composed myself. :)
Now I'm feeling real good. :) I'm watching some of my shows and playing on the computer. Then I'll get up and clean my house. Peaceful!
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Girls Camp Was AMAZING!!
It sure was tough though. I can't remember last year being so full of opposition as this year was. But I also don't remember last year being so Spiritually filling as this year. We had some wonderful moments where the girls felt the Spirit strongly.
For me personally, I fell in love with those YCL's of ours. I saw some amazing things with them and we really connected. I hope to serve as YCL leader again next year.
Now that camp is done, my focus is on getting ready for school. Clothes, supplies, all that jazz.
We have these bins in our storage closet that I go through each year before school starts. One is for summer clothes that I've bought at clearance prices (but I buy a year up in sizes). Another is for winter clothes. And the 3rd one is for school supplies that I've also bought on clearance.
We've gone through the clothes and made a trip to DI yesterday to buy what they need. And now I am scouring the sales for the best prices on pens, paper, etc.
We also have one last "Hurrah" planned before school starts - a trip to Lake Powell with family. I can't wait for that! The kids can't wait either!!!! I swear, if I hear, "when are we going to Lake Powell?" one more time I'm going to come unglued. :)
Oh, I have some other news to share - we got a new car. It's a Chrysler Pacifica. I LOVE it!!!!
It's a very nice car and it seats 6. It's gotten 4 out of 5 on ratings and it drives wonderfully. I like having a car and not a van or SUV. I'll post a pic later. :)
Other than that, life is good. We are happy and healthy.
For me personally, I fell in love with those YCL's of ours. I saw some amazing things with them and we really connected. I hope to serve as YCL leader again next year.
Now that camp is done, my focus is on getting ready for school. Clothes, supplies, all that jazz.
We have these bins in our storage closet that I go through each year before school starts. One is for summer clothes that I've bought at clearance prices (but I buy a year up in sizes). Another is for winter clothes. And the 3rd one is for school supplies that I've also bought on clearance.
We've gone through the clothes and made a trip to DI yesterday to buy what they need. And now I am scouring the sales for the best prices on pens, paper, etc.
We also have one last "Hurrah" planned before school starts - a trip to Lake Powell with family. I can't wait for that! The kids can't wait either!!!! I swear, if I hear, "when are we going to Lake Powell?" one more time I'm going to come unglued. :)
Oh, I have some other news to share - we got a new car. It's a Chrysler Pacifica. I LOVE it!!!!
It's a very nice car and it seats 6. It's gotten 4 out of 5 on ratings and it drives wonderfully. I like having a car and not a van or SUV. I'll post a pic later. :)
Other than that, life is good. We are happy and healthy.
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Girls Camp
I have been BUSY getting things ready for girls camp. I found a quote that really made me think about all of our work with the girls.
"Never let a problem to be solved become more important than a person to be loved." ~T.S. Monson
I have to say - I LOVE these YCL's!!! They are truly amazing! My heart goes out to them though for all the things they have to go through. It's a lot harder than when I was a teen. A LOT!!!! I often feel that we should love them and that should be the focus. Rather than the "problem" that needs to be solved. Because if you leave out the love - they feel like a problem!
Anywho, I really enjoyed that quote. Just thought I'd share. :)
"Never let a problem to be solved become more important than a person to be loved." ~T.S. Monson
I have to say - I LOVE these YCL's!!! They are truly amazing! My heart goes out to them though for all the things they have to go through. It's a lot harder than when I was a teen. A LOT!!!! I often feel that we should love them and that should be the focus. Rather than the "problem" that needs to be solved. Because if you leave out the love - they feel like a problem!
Anywho, I really enjoyed that quote. Just thought I'd share. :)
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Where's the Vodka?!
I had to throw the "Vodka" in the title of this post. It's not very often at all that a devout Mormon talks about Vodka. :) And I will talk more of that in a minute.
But first, there are a few things that I have decided I cannot do without during summertime. Here is my list:
A Pool - where else can you send your kids to get some much needed exercise, and to be out of the house for a couple of hours?
Bologna, cheese, and chips - the staples of every lunch at home. Sometimes I'll even have some salami, tomatoes, or ham to put on the bologna sandwiches. Jake thinks sandwiches at home are the best thing in the world because he can have all the extras - mulitiple meats, tomatoes, onions, and lettuce.
And along the food lines, it is also most important to have some sort of freezing/popsicle type of substance. Sometimes it's kool-aid, sometimes it's capri-sun. Either way, we throw it in the freezer and they can eat it outside.
Legos - my kids have drawerfuls and drawerfuls of legos and they LOVE them!!!! Many hours of entertainment (until they fight over certain pieces of course).
A Library - we love the reading program and I love having books on hand for all of us to read. I have read 3 books in the past month. I LOVE LOVE LOVE to read!!!
Mt. Dew - need I say more!!
On other bits of news - the vodka we have been using here at home. E's got an ear infection and it works great for that. :)
Bret is gone till Saturday - I REALLY REALLY REALLY miss him!! But I have to admit that our new kingsize bed is just as fun (or funner) than our queensize bed was without him in it. (evil grin)
Suzi and I have started our long hours of Camp work. Just last night we were up till almost midnight. I feel bad for keeping her so long, but I had fun just being with her. We have such a awesome bond. She's one of the few people I can truly be myself around. Thanks for going Suz - I know you really didn't want to. :) Maybe I'll bake you a cake - one egg or two?!!!
But first, there are a few things that I have decided I cannot do without during summertime. Here is my list:
A Pool - where else can you send your kids to get some much needed exercise, and to be out of the house for a couple of hours?
Bologna, cheese, and chips - the staples of every lunch at home. Sometimes I'll even have some salami, tomatoes, or ham to put on the bologna sandwiches. Jake thinks sandwiches at home are the best thing in the world because he can have all the extras - mulitiple meats, tomatoes, onions, and lettuce.
And along the food lines, it is also most important to have some sort of freezing/popsicle type of substance. Sometimes it's kool-aid, sometimes it's capri-sun. Either way, we throw it in the freezer and they can eat it outside.
Legos - my kids have drawerfuls and drawerfuls of legos and they LOVE them!!!! Many hours of entertainment (until they fight over certain pieces of course).
A Library - we love the reading program and I love having books on hand for all of us to read. I have read 3 books in the past month. I LOVE LOVE LOVE to read!!!
Mt. Dew - need I say more!!
On other bits of news - the vodka we have been using here at home. E's got an ear infection and it works great for that. :)
Bret is gone till Saturday - I REALLY REALLY REALLY miss him!! But I have to admit that our new kingsize bed is just as fun (or funner) than our queensize bed was without him in it. (evil grin)
Suzi and I have started our long hours of Camp work. Just last night we were up till almost midnight. I feel bad for keeping her so long, but I had fun just being with her. We have such a awesome bond. She's one of the few people I can truly be myself around. Thanks for going Suz - I know you really didn't want to. :) Maybe I'll bake you a cake - one egg or two?!!!
Friday, June 5, 2009
Thoughts
I've been very "thoughtful" the past couple of days. It has been triggered by 2 things. I was scanning old pictures of the kids and really started to get heart sick for those old days. I miss the times of holding my babies and chasing toddlers. I miss no school and having cuddly jammie days - just 'cause! Life was so sweet and simple then, but I was so confused and muddled that I couldn't enjoy it. Why is it that during the most precious times of your children's lives you are at the hardest personal struggles as well. What's that saying? "You can't enjoy the forest for the trees." It's so true. As Young Mommy's we are only staring at the tree and trying to figure out how to help that little sapling grow. *sigh* I wish I could go back and savor those moments.
Now, the second thing that triggered my thoughtful state came from a friend that is going through some difficult things with her tiny, tiny bundle of joy. I have been amazed at how this little family gathers around this little one's "nest" to just be with him. To just gaze and wonder at the little warrior that he is! It's a tough road for all of them - but my advice is what EVERY older mom gives young ones: CHERISH the NOW!!!! Natalie, look for the quiet joys. And let all the unessential things take a back seat. :) Truly cherish this time and learn from it. You'll blink and next thing you know Duncan is headed to 5th grade dealing with girls and trying to be cool. Of course you'll be hoping for a good teacher for him (but she won't be as totally wonderful as my daughter's 5th grade teacher). :)
Now, the second thing that triggered my thoughtful state came from a friend that is going through some difficult things with her tiny, tiny bundle of joy. I have been amazed at how this little family gathers around this little one's "nest" to just be with him. To just gaze and wonder at the little warrior that he is! It's a tough road for all of them - but my advice is what EVERY older mom gives young ones: CHERISH the NOW!!!! Natalie, look for the quiet joys. And let all the unessential things take a back seat. :) Truly cherish this time and learn from it. You'll blink and next thing you know Duncan is headed to 5th grade dealing with girls and trying to be cool. Of course you'll be hoping for a good teacher for him (but she won't be as totally wonderful as my daughter's 5th grade teacher). :)
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Summer Is Going Well (so far)
I've really been enjoying sleeping in a little bit more, relaxing about the house, and preparing Girls Camp things. I could do with a little less fighting, feeding, and breaking things.
New things in our lives:
* Summer hair for the boys - mohawks!! And of course they look dang cool.
* Shattered back door! I think we are going to have to "white-trash" it though. It's actually still in the frame, just spiderwebbed all over. I'm thinking we need to get some duct tape and tape it all to keep it in. Another bonus to that - it'll keep some of the sunlight out and help with the electric bill. :)
* The 3 biggest kids are starting up Judo again. Elizabeth has been doing it, but the boys took a break. And they are starting up again; mostly because Daddy will be there helping with the class.
* We've got the pool up - kids are loving it and spending lots of time in it!!! They've gotten a little bit of sunburn yesterday, but I found the sunscreen so today there wasn't a problem.
* Summer scheduling has started too. The kids have a limited time to play video games, and more time to play outside and in the pool. We've started the reading program at the Library and the kids all picked out some challenging books to read this summer.
* I was asked to be a YCL Leader again this year for Girls Camp. I LOVE doing it!!!! I have really come to love these girls and I really do enjoy them. Please pray for me though. :) We have a tough group this year. I'll need more patience!
* Bret is off work for the summer. I think we've ironed out the kinks with having him home. After a few years of this, we (meaning me) are handling it a lot better. He might do a little extra work for a guy at the Crime Lab. That would be nice.
* We are not heading to Utah like we usually do. The main reason is because our poor van will not make it. We are trying to run it into the group because it's paid for - but we can't make long trips in it. Not super reliable. But by not going, it works great because we are saving the trip for the winter. My nephew, Skyler, is getting baptized. So we'll get to attend that!!!!
*Produce is starting up again. I have a friend who has a friend who...... You get the idea. :) Point is, I can get boxes and boxes of produce for free or real cheap. I'm SOOOOO excited about this!!! (Bret isn't)
I got strawberries yesterday and made jam - yummy! Today I got squash, corn, and pears. Oh, and I also got green peppers yesterday. My plans for all this wonderful food? Well, I made the jam. I think I'll get some ice cream and make strawberry shakes for the kids. Then tonight we'll be having corn on the cob with dinner. I'll freeze some too for later. I'm cooking up some of the squash to make soup. I'll puree some to use in recipes. And of course bake some to eat. Tomorrow we'll have stuffed green peppers. And Bret LOVES pears!! So do the kids.
* Overall, things are really good for us - happy and healthy!!! We are together and loving it. What more can I say?!
New things in our lives:
* Summer hair for the boys - mohawks!! And of course they look dang cool.
* Shattered back door! I think we are going to have to "white-trash" it though. It's actually still in the frame, just spiderwebbed all over. I'm thinking we need to get some duct tape and tape it all to keep it in. Another bonus to that - it'll keep some of the sunlight out and help with the electric bill. :)
* The 3 biggest kids are starting up Judo again. Elizabeth has been doing it, but the boys took a break. And they are starting up again; mostly because Daddy will be there helping with the class.
* We've got the pool up - kids are loving it and spending lots of time in it!!! They've gotten a little bit of sunburn yesterday, but I found the sunscreen so today there wasn't a problem.
* Summer scheduling has started too. The kids have a limited time to play video games, and more time to play outside and in the pool. We've started the reading program at the Library and the kids all picked out some challenging books to read this summer.
* I was asked to be a YCL Leader again this year for Girls Camp. I LOVE doing it!!!! I have really come to love these girls and I really do enjoy them. Please pray for me though. :) We have a tough group this year. I'll need more patience!
* Bret is off work for the summer. I think we've ironed out the kinks with having him home. After a few years of this, we (meaning me) are handling it a lot better. He might do a little extra work for a guy at the Crime Lab. That would be nice.
* We are not heading to Utah like we usually do. The main reason is because our poor van will not make it. We are trying to run it into the group because it's paid for - but we can't make long trips in it. Not super reliable. But by not going, it works great because we are saving the trip for the winter. My nephew, Skyler, is getting baptized. So we'll get to attend that!!!!
*Produce is starting up again. I have a friend who has a friend who...... You get the idea. :) Point is, I can get boxes and boxes of produce for free or real cheap. I'm SOOOOO excited about this!!! (Bret isn't)
I got strawberries yesterday and made jam - yummy! Today I got squash, corn, and pears. Oh, and I also got green peppers yesterday. My plans for all this wonderful food? Well, I made the jam. I think I'll get some ice cream and make strawberry shakes for the kids. Then tonight we'll be having corn on the cob with dinner. I'll freeze some too for later. I'm cooking up some of the squash to make soup. I'll puree some to use in recipes. And of course bake some to eat. Tomorrow we'll have stuffed green peppers. And Bret LOVES pears!! So do the kids.
* Overall, things are really good for us - happy and healthy!!! We are together and loving it. What more can I say?!
Thursday, May 14, 2009
My Backyard
I don't have the best looking back yard. But I love it!! Are you wondering why? :) Well, it's because I love birds and other little animals. :) I'm not a bird watcher type, with my binoculars (I use those for other things - wink wink) and stuff. I just like to fill my bird house full of food and see all the little birdies come and fight over it and tweet and dance around.
At this moment I have a bird laying in my grass with my sprinkler on. He is lifting his wing to let the water clean his "armpit." I have a hummingbird dodging in and out of the sprinkler and there is a family (4) of chipmunks pulling weeds out of the grass and running off.
Wildlife :)
At this moment I have a bird laying in my grass with my sprinkler on. He is lifting his wing to let the water clean his "armpit." I have a hummingbird dodging in and out of the sprinkler and there is a family (4) of chipmunks pulling weeds out of the grass and running off.
Wildlife :)
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Wow
This morning my Mom sent me over to this site to check something out:
http://www.allthingsheartandhome.com/
And this is what I found while I was there:
The trip to the grocery store that changed my life
by Robin on January 6, 2009
Thirteen years ago on a cold January afternoon, a trip to the grocery store changed my life.
The pressure of juggling the schedules of four teenagers was pressing in on my last nerve. Truth be told, something was always pressing on my last nerve. That day I still needed to grocery shop and do a mountain of laundry.
I left the kids at home and headed to the grocery store.
Inside the store, I pushed the cart up and down the isles trying not to mow down the huge display of spam. Who eats spam any more? How old is that stuff anyway? My mind was racing with nonsense when my buggy nearly hit the back of his heel.
I gasped and the gray haired man turned around.
“Hello, neighbor” he grinned.
Standing there, in a dark blue suit, crisp white shirt and a shinny red tie my neighbor Robert, looked completely put together.
“And how are you this fine day Robin?” He sounded surprisingly chipper for a man who’d just six months before lost his wife of thirty years.
“I’m okay Robert, how are you doing?” My voice dripped with pity. “I’m so sorry for your loss.”
“Thank you” he said looking down and stuffing his hands in his pants pockets. “ It was hard at the end. She put up a fight though.”
Suddenly, he looked right into my eyes. “It’ll probably sound terrible to you, but I’m kind of excited about starting over.”
Pregnant pause. What the heck do I say to that?
“Well, that’s good.” I stumbled. “So is there anyone in particular?”
“No, no, no. Not at all. I just know what I’m looking for this time. Please don’t take this the wrong way, but it would be someone exactly opposite of Sheila.”
Dear Father in heaven, could this GET any more awkward?
“I mean, I loved her” he added quickly, “but she and I had a rocky thirty years. She was, I guess you’d say, a little difficult.”
He forced a laugh. “She’d say the same about me. Anyway, next time, I want less drama. More peace. And more laughing.”
Time stopped. My chest felt heavy. I couldn’t breathe. This was a God Thing…
We said our good byes. I felt so sad. For Sheila and Robert.
But I also felt sad for my husband, Mike and for me.
The lights in the store were too bright. I looked at my feet. The floor was too shiny.
That’s how Mike would feel if I died tomorrow…
It was true and I knew it.
Uptight. That was me. Life as a rule overwhelmed me. Some days I went from drama to drama.
Finally getting to my car, shivering, I put my head in my hands and wept. Slowly the heater started to warm the cold air around me as I heard a clear message from God’s heart to mine.
If I die before Mike, I don’t want him to look for someone opposite of me. Like Sheila, I needed, less drama. More laughter. More peace.
That very day I came home and wrote down what I wanted Mike to say about me when I was gone…this is it…
*She loved God
*She loved me and the kids
*We always knew she was praying for us
*She made our house a home. Peaceful and safe.
*She supported me and encouraged me constantly.
*She was my best friend.
That list has become my standard. How do you want people to remember you?
Can I just say Wow!!?? This really made me think!
http://www.allthingsheartandhome.com/
And this is what I found while I was there:
The trip to the grocery store that changed my life
by Robin on January 6, 2009
Thirteen years ago on a cold January afternoon, a trip to the grocery store changed my life.
The pressure of juggling the schedules of four teenagers was pressing in on my last nerve. Truth be told, something was always pressing on my last nerve. That day I still needed to grocery shop and do a mountain of laundry.
I left the kids at home and headed to the grocery store.
Inside the store, I pushed the cart up and down the isles trying not to mow down the huge display of spam. Who eats spam any more? How old is that stuff anyway? My mind was racing with nonsense when my buggy nearly hit the back of his heel.
I gasped and the gray haired man turned around.
“Hello, neighbor” he grinned.
Standing there, in a dark blue suit, crisp white shirt and a shinny red tie my neighbor Robert, looked completely put together.
“And how are you this fine day Robin?” He sounded surprisingly chipper for a man who’d just six months before lost his wife of thirty years.
“I’m okay Robert, how are you doing?” My voice dripped with pity. “I’m so sorry for your loss.”
“Thank you” he said looking down and stuffing his hands in his pants pockets. “ It was hard at the end. She put up a fight though.”
Suddenly, he looked right into my eyes. “It’ll probably sound terrible to you, but I’m kind of excited about starting over.”
Pregnant pause. What the heck do I say to that?
“Well, that’s good.” I stumbled. “So is there anyone in particular?”
“No, no, no. Not at all. I just know what I’m looking for this time. Please don’t take this the wrong way, but it would be someone exactly opposite of Sheila.”
Dear Father in heaven, could this GET any more awkward?
“I mean, I loved her” he added quickly, “but she and I had a rocky thirty years. She was, I guess you’d say, a little difficult.”
He forced a laugh. “She’d say the same about me. Anyway, next time, I want less drama. More peace. And more laughing.”
Time stopped. My chest felt heavy. I couldn’t breathe. This was a God Thing…
We said our good byes. I felt so sad. For Sheila and Robert.
But I also felt sad for my husband, Mike and for me.
The lights in the store were too bright. I looked at my feet. The floor was too shiny.
That’s how Mike would feel if I died tomorrow…
It was true and I knew it.
Uptight. That was me. Life as a rule overwhelmed me. Some days I went from drama to drama.
Finally getting to my car, shivering, I put my head in my hands and wept. Slowly the heater started to warm the cold air around me as I heard a clear message from God’s heart to mine.
If I die before Mike, I don’t want him to look for someone opposite of me. Like Sheila, I needed, less drama. More laughter. More peace.
That very day I came home and wrote down what I wanted Mike to say about me when I was gone…this is it…
*She loved God
*She loved me and the kids
*We always knew she was praying for us
*She made our house a home. Peaceful and safe.
*She supported me and encouraged me constantly.
*She was my best friend.
That list has become my standard. How do you want people to remember you?
Can I just say Wow!!?? This really made me think!
Thursday, May 7, 2009
When I'm A Little Old Lady (in honor of Mother's Day)
When I’m a little old lady
Then I’ll live with my children and bring them great joy
to repay all I’ve had from each girl and boy
I shall draw on the walls and scuff up the floor;
run in and out without closing the door.
I’ll hide frogs in the pantry, socks under my bed
whenever they scold me, I’ll just hang my head.
I’ll run and I’ll romp, always fritter away
the time to be spent doing chores everyday.
I’ll pester my children when they’re on the phone.
As long as they’re busy won’t leave them alone.
Hide candy in closets, rocks in drawers,
and never pick up my clothes from off the floor.
Dash off to the movies and not wash a dish.
I’ll plead for allowance whenever I wish.
I’ll stuff up the plumbing and deluge the floor,
as soon as they’ve mopped it, I’ll flood it some more.
When they correct me, I’ll lie down and cry,
kicking and screaming, not a tear in my eye.
I’ll take all their pencils and flashlights, and then
when they buy new ones, I’ll take them again.
I’ll spill glasses of milk to complete every meal,
eat my banana and just drop the peel.
Put toys on the table, spill jam on the floor,
I’ll break lots of dishes as though I was four;
What fun I shall have, what a joy it will be
To live with my children, like they lived with me!
Then I’ll live with my children and bring them great joy
to repay all I’ve had from each girl and boy
I shall draw on the walls and scuff up the floor;
run in and out without closing the door.
I’ll hide frogs in the pantry, socks under my bed
whenever they scold me, I’ll just hang my head.
I’ll run and I’ll romp, always fritter away
the time to be spent doing chores everyday.
I’ll pester my children when they’re on the phone.
As long as they’re busy won’t leave them alone.
Hide candy in closets, rocks in drawers,
and never pick up my clothes from off the floor.
Dash off to the movies and not wash a dish.
I’ll plead for allowance whenever I wish.
I’ll stuff up the plumbing and deluge the floor,
as soon as they’ve mopped it, I’ll flood it some more.
When they correct me, I’ll lie down and cry,
kicking and screaming, not a tear in my eye.
I’ll take all their pencils and flashlights, and then
when they buy new ones, I’ll take them again.
I’ll spill glasses of milk to complete every meal,
eat my banana and just drop the peel.
Put toys on the table, spill jam on the floor,
I’ll break lots of dishes as though I was four;
What fun I shall have, what a joy it will be
To live with my children, like they lived with me!
Monday, April 27, 2009
I Never Knew
Wow, I never realized how talented my daughter was! I mean I've always know that she's super awesome, but it isn't until you see her shine in front of others that you really have your eyes opened.
Elizabeth sang in Sacrament yesterday with one of my old YW. I was soooo nervous - more nervous than she was. What is it with her, she's always so calm and collected when I'm about to puke my guts out. :)
She did AMAZING!!!! They sounded so beautiful!
Elizabeth sang in Sacrament yesterday with one of my old YW. I was soooo nervous - more nervous than she was. What is it with her, she's always so calm and collected when I'm about to puke my guts out. :)
She did AMAZING!!!! They sounded so beautiful!
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Wild Goose Chase with a Dog-Chewed Can, Crystals, and a White Box on a Fence
That was kindof a long Title. Sorry! But I was remembering something else we did with our company this past week. I actually had a dream about it last night.
Last week we went on a GeoCache behind our house. We hiked and hiked and hiked without any luck. But we DID find a watering can toy that had been chewed by a dog, some really awesome "crystals," and Paige even found a gold ball that somehow found it's way home. Even though she had been told not to bring it home. :)
As we walked along a barwired fence (because we had been told that the geocache might be on a post), the kids saw a white spot in the distance. We all got very excited thinking that we had found it. The kids ran ahead of us and suddenly we see the "white spot" fly into the air. :) It was funny to watch the kids from where we were. They all slapped their legs with a big, "Awwww Man!!! It was just a bird!!" I laughed and laughed.
In the end, we didn't find it and will forever remember the fun we had trying to get there. I still have the dents in my back from taking the cactus picture!! wink wink
Last week we went on a GeoCache behind our house. We hiked and hiked and hiked without any luck. But we DID find a watering can toy that had been chewed by a dog, some really awesome "crystals," and Paige even found a gold ball that somehow found it's way home. Even though she had been told not to bring it home. :)
As we walked along a barwired fence (because we had been told that the geocache might be on a post), the kids saw a white spot in the distance. We all got very excited thinking that we had found it. The kids ran ahead of us and suddenly we see the "white spot" fly into the air. :) It was funny to watch the kids from where we were. They all slapped their legs with a big, "Awwww Man!!! It was just a bird!!" I laughed and laughed.
In the end, we didn't find it and will forever remember the fun we had trying to get there. I still have the dents in my back from taking the cactus picture!! wink wink
Monday, April 20, 2009
Fun @ the Zoo
We have had soooooo much fun with Jen, Blake, Lane, and Paige here. Last Wednesday we went to the Phoenix Zoo. The coolest thing for all of us was when we went to the tiger's cage.
As we stood at the glass looking at the tiger, he suddenly started pacing and looking really angry. Which is kindof cool but only if you are behind the glass and there is a big drop off between the glass and the tiger. We were all wondering why he was so upset and we saw one of the zoo workers drive by in a little open truck thingy. Hurm???
We started to move on when another worker drove by and the tiger started getting upset again. This time we asked the zoo worker why he was behaving that way. The guy told us that 3 years ago he and the other worker were the ones that tranq'ed the tiger and moved him to another cage. And now, 3 years later, the tiger still HATED those 2 guys.
WOW!!! It was really cool to see the tiger come running up to the edge of the drop off and roaring really loud.
3 years is a long time to hold a grudge! :)
As we stood at the glass looking at the tiger, he suddenly started pacing and looking really angry. Which is kindof cool but only if you are behind the glass and there is a big drop off between the glass and the tiger. We were all wondering why he was so upset and we saw one of the zoo workers drive by in a little open truck thingy. Hurm???
We started to move on when another worker drove by and the tiger started getting upset again. This time we asked the zoo worker why he was behaving that way. The guy told us that 3 years ago he and the other worker were the ones that tranq'ed the tiger and moved him to another cage. And now, 3 years later, the tiger still HATED those 2 guys.
WOW!!! It was really cool to see the tiger come running up to the edge of the drop off and roaring really loud.
3 years is a long time to hold a grudge! :)
Monday, April 13, 2009
Thursday, April 9, 2009
chipmunks and magic phones
chipmunks - most of you know that our back yard backs up to the mountains over here by us. we have a cinder wall, but there's total wildlife behind us. we've heard the coyotes (not the mexican smugglers - although they are back there too). lately we planted our little garden and we now have a family of chipmunks eating our sprouts! the kids think it's soooo cute. me - not so much. livvy and i have to keep chasing them off each morning and throwing rocks in their general direction.
livvy had a funny idea this morning. she was telling me about how "awesome" it would be to have a magic phone. you could call someone and then travel through the phone to them. so she's been all over today; she took some orange julius to grandma v, dozer went with her and grandpa played with him; she went to say hello to grandma and grandpa little, but grandpa was at work so she stopped over there for a few minutes; and she also went to give daddy hugs and kisses at work.
anyone else want her for a little while - australia??!!
livvy had a funny idea this morning. she was telling me about how "awesome" it would be to have a magic phone. you could call someone and then travel through the phone to them. so she's been all over today; she took some orange julius to grandma v, dozer went with her and grandpa played with him; she went to say hello to grandma and grandpa little, but grandpa was at work so she stopped over there for a few minutes; and she also went to give daddy hugs and kisses at work.
anyone else want her for a little while - australia??!!
Monday, April 6, 2009
Green Fingers, Raspy Lungs, and a Dirty House
Well, as some of you know, we recently had Jake's Baptism. And along with that came a ton of family! We had SOOOOOOOOOOOOO much fun with all of our loved ones, but now I am real sick. I'm going on 2 weeks now with a horrible cough and can barely get any breath at times. Forget doing anything like talking (Bret liked that) or overexerting (hence the dirty house). I've been doing a lot of Mafia Wars, sleeping, and drinking homemade Orange Julius.
Now I know you are wondering about the green fingers - Elijah and I just painted his PineWood Derby car (green). As I type I can see the thumb and first finger of my left hand going clickety, click, click.
Anywho, I am really wanting to post the video I made for Jakey's Baptism. I'm not sure if it will be possible, but I think I'll give it a try tonight after monkey's are in bed.
I also wanted to apologize real quick for letting my blog become dilapitated and overgrown with old posts. :) I will try to rectify that in the next few days/weeks.
My sister and her fam come next week. Maybe we'll have some really fun photo's to post for GMa & GPa V.
Hugs!
Now I know you are wondering about the green fingers - Elijah and I just painted his PineWood Derby car (green). As I type I can see the thumb and first finger of my left hand going clickety, click, click.
Anywho, I am really wanting to post the video I made for Jakey's Baptism. I'm not sure if it will be possible, but I think I'll give it a try tonight after monkey's are in bed.
I also wanted to apologize real quick for letting my blog become dilapitated and overgrown with old posts. :) I will try to rectify that in the next few days/weeks.
My sister and her fam come next week. Maybe we'll have some really fun photo's to post for GMa & GPa V.
Hugs!
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Little Man Grows Up
On Sunday Jake had his Baptismal Interview with our Bishop. Bret went with him and I finished cleaning up the Primary rooms and saying goodbye to the last of the kids. Quietly Jake walks up to me and looks at me. I smile and ask him how his interview went. He said good and then tells me, "Mom we have to be reading our Scriptures and saying our Prayers every morning and night. And I'm supposed to be reading my Scriptures by myself too."
Now mind you, we try hard to do it once a day - but we are hit and miss.
Well, on the way home from church I look back to see Jake reading his Scriptures. :) And he has been reminding us every morning and night to read and pray. Bret said that he promised Bishop to read and pray every morning and night.
It makes my heart so glad to see him so eager to do what the Lord wants him to do.
Now mind you, we try hard to do it once a day - but we are hit and miss.
Well, on the way home from church I look back to see Jake reading his Scriptures. :) And he has been reminding us every morning and night to read and pray. Bret said that he promised Bishop to read and pray every morning and night.
It makes my heart so glad to see him so eager to do what the Lord wants him to do.
Saturday, March 7, 2009
I have been Neglectful!!!
And I am very sorry! There are 2 reasons for my lack of posts lately. The first being my busyness. I've been being kept busy with PTA things, Primary, Judo, Groceries, and a few other things. :)
The second reason is because I have promised myself not to do angry blogging. I've set a new goal for myself to be a more positive person. Funny thing is, this new goal has been a trial lately. I've had a LOT of dramatic situations in my life recently and it's hard not to sit and vent.
But don't you all worry - although I'm not going to post so vehemently about things, I'll still let you know about the things in my life (good and bad). I'm not someone who things life is perfect and all is well in my little bit of the world. I'm not going to pretend either. :)
So having said all that, here we go!!
This post is dedicated to Mom Little - who just seemed so sad to not have me posting anything. :) I know that you have all missed me (hahaha) but she seemed so distraught the other day. Genuinely suicidal because she craves my wise words and funny antidotes!! So yes, here is more of ME!!!
The good:
We are all doing well. Nobody has killed anyone (yet). The weather in Phoenix is AWESOME!!!! I bet we'll even be able to put the pool up for my Paigy in April. Keep praying for April sun (and no kids have their prayers answered like Jen's when it comes to the weather).
What else? positives, positives I love my Primary kids!! I am so grateful for where I am at in my life and love my family dearly. :)
The bad:
Had a horrendous fight with Judo lady (and not even about her dumping her rotten kids on Elizabeth). It was something totally different and it was BAD. We are no longer friends - sie lavie (or however you spell it).
I was watching a comedian the other day and he mentioned about getting older and how he has reached a new stage in his older, wiser age. He doesn't talk to Stupid People anymore. I totally related to this!!!!!!!!!!!! I've been feeling a lack of patience for people than I had when I was younger. I've been cutting the fat so to speak. And I honestly don't feel this need to have these kinds of people in my life.
I've been frustrated with the Scouting program as well as our Stake Leaders in the church. I'm trying to be meek and mild (not so easy these days - seems my shovel is Super Glued to my hand).
I've had some situations with the school too. Nothing with the teachers or staff or things like that. Just with the School District right now. I've got to go to some meetings and find a few things out before I decide where I stand.
I've been VERY frustrated with our Primary kids' parents!!! Wednesday nights are HORRIBLE during and after Scouts and Achievement Days. HORRIBLE!!! Parents let their kids run all over the place like freakin monsters!!! They expect us to watch their kids while they are doing their own things. It even carries over after our activities are done.
This next Wednesday we are lining up chairs in the hall and after our activites are done we will be telling the kids to sit in the chairs until their parents come and get them. Then if we see kids running around after their parents have gotten them then we will take them by the hand to Mommy or Daddy and say, "Your child is running around in the church. They need to stay here with you." And I honestly don't care at this point what people think of me. I don't talk to Stupid People!!! hahaha
The Ugly:
Nothing really in that area. Except for my behavior on Wednesdays dealing with difficult children (not mine)!! :)
So that it is so far. My life - changing, yet fun!!
The second reason is because I have promised myself not to do angry blogging. I've set a new goal for myself to be a more positive person. Funny thing is, this new goal has been a trial lately. I've had a LOT of dramatic situations in my life recently and it's hard not to sit and vent.
But don't you all worry - although I'm not going to post so vehemently about things, I'll still let you know about the things in my life (good and bad). I'm not someone who things life is perfect and all is well in my little bit of the world. I'm not going to pretend either. :)
So having said all that, here we go!!
This post is dedicated to Mom Little - who just seemed so sad to not have me posting anything. :) I know that you have all missed me (hahaha) but she seemed so distraught the other day. Genuinely suicidal because she craves my wise words and funny antidotes!! So yes, here is more of ME!!!
The good:
We are all doing well. Nobody has killed anyone (yet). The weather in Phoenix is AWESOME!!!! I bet we'll even be able to put the pool up for my Paigy in April. Keep praying for April sun (and no kids have their prayers answered like Jen's when it comes to the weather).
What else? positives, positives I love my Primary kids!! I am so grateful for where I am at in my life and love my family dearly. :)
The bad:
Had a horrendous fight with Judo lady (and not even about her dumping her rotten kids on Elizabeth). It was something totally different and it was BAD. We are no longer friends - sie lavie (or however you spell it).
I was watching a comedian the other day and he mentioned about getting older and how he has reached a new stage in his older, wiser age. He doesn't talk to Stupid People anymore. I totally related to this!!!!!!!!!!!! I've been feeling a lack of patience for people than I had when I was younger. I've been cutting the fat so to speak. And I honestly don't feel this need to have these kinds of people in my life.
I've been frustrated with the Scouting program as well as our Stake Leaders in the church. I'm trying to be meek and mild (not so easy these days - seems my shovel is Super Glued to my hand).
I've had some situations with the school too. Nothing with the teachers or staff or things like that. Just with the School District right now. I've got to go to some meetings and find a few things out before I decide where I stand.
I've been VERY frustrated with our Primary kids' parents!!! Wednesday nights are HORRIBLE during and after Scouts and Achievement Days. HORRIBLE!!! Parents let their kids run all over the place like freakin monsters!!! They expect us to watch their kids while they are doing their own things. It even carries over after our activities are done.
This next Wednesday we are lining up chairs in the hall and after our activites are done we will be telling the kids to sit in the chairs until their parents come and get them. Then if we see kids running around after their parents have gotten them then we will take them by the hand to Mommy or Daddy and say, "Your child is running around in the church. They need to stay here with you." And I honestly don't care at this point what people think of me. I don't talk to Stupid People!!! hahaha
The Ugly:
Nothing really in that area. Except for my behavior on Wednesdays dealing with difficult children (not mine)!! :)
So that it is so far. My life - changing, yet fun!!
Friday, February 20, 2009
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Sunday, February 1, 2009
SuperBowl
Well, it is 7:47pm and we are watching the beginning of the 2nd quarter. We have Church from 3-6pm. We taped the Superbowl and are now watching it. We were invited to go to our friends', the Biggs, but we decided to stay home and make it a quiet evening. The kids have school tomorrow and it's so difficult to get them up if they haven't gotten enough sleep.
I don't care much for Football, but it's nice to be sitting here with my hubby listening to him scream at the TV. It's funny cause he keeps making comments as if I really care (or even know) what he's talking about.
And just so you all know - I've been instructed that Bret will not be answering the phone and if anyone tries to tell him the score then all heck will break loose! So Greg and Dad, don't even bother calling to harrass him. :)
We don't have a lot of snacking food :( BUT I'm in the process of making the Baby Bacon Explosion right now. :) It's something I read about online and thought I'd try. Listen to this:
bacon strips weaved together. Sausage spread out on that. Then cooked and crumbled bacon in a line down the center. I added chopped onions and then rolled the whole thing up. It's baking in the oven and smells YUMMY!!! We'll see how it tastes. I'm sure it's going to be real rich. What sort of a side dish can you put with it to off set the richness? Not sure. It'll have to be something we have on hand. This meal wasn't planned at all. :)
Well, I need to go and make sure my Explosion hasn't exploded all over the oven. LOL
Have a great night!!!
I don't care much for Football, but it's nice to be sitting here with my hubby listening to him scream at the TV. It's funny cause he keeps making comments as if I really care (or even know) what he's talking about.
And just so you all know - I've been instructed that Bret will not be answering the phone and if anyone tries to tell him the score then all heck will break loose! So Greg and Dad, don't even bother calling to harrass him. :)
We don't have a lot of snacking food :( BUT I'm in the process of making the Baby Bacon Explosion right now. :) It's something I read about online and thought I'd try. Listen to this:
bacon strips weaved together. Sausage spread out on that. Then cooked and crumbled bacon in a line down the center. I added chopped onions and then rolled the whole thing up. It's baking in the oven and smells YUMMY!!! We'll see how it tastes. I'm sure it's going to be real rich. What sort of a side dish can you put with it to off set the richness? Not sure. It'll have to be something we have on hand. This meal wasn't planned at all. :)
Well, I need to go and make sure my Explosion hasn't exploded all over the oven. LOL
Have a great night!!!
Friday, January 23, 2009
What was it,.......
Like a year ago, Jen, that you were trying so hard to win Kinzcash for Paige to get a pool? I mocked you, in my mind (maybe out loud too), and teased you about an adult playing kids games. Well, the past couple of weeks I've been fixing me a bowl of what Bret would call - Shutty Stew!
I apologize for any horrible emotional scaring that I caused to your soul, Dear Sister. Because I have found the joy of Webkinz!!! I am no longer ashamed to say it:
I LOVE WEBKINZ!!!!!
I'm even thinking of getting one for myself. But then again, my 4 children will miss the KinzCash that I keep getting for them. And I will lose my excuse for my excessive KinzPlaying (you know, to get cash for each of my 4 children I must spend a LOT of time playing). That's my justification anyway!!!
Well, I need to get back to my work (no, not webkinz playing). Has anyone seen a webkinz animal having to do with Orlando Bloom or Mt. Dew? :)
I apologize for any horrible emotional scaring that I caused to your soul, Dear Sister. Because I have found the joy of Webkinz!!! I am no longer ashamed to say it:
I LOVE WEBKINZ!!!!!
I'm even thinking of getting one for myself. But then again, my 4 children will miss the KinzCash that I keep getting for them. And I will lose my excuse for my excessive KinzPlaying (you know, to get cash for each of my 4 children I must spend a LOT of time playing). That's my justification anyway!!!
Well, I need to get back to my work (no, not webkinz playing). Has anyone seen a webkinz animal having to do with Orlando Bloom or Mt. Dew? :)
Donations
Ok, we are having a big Mom's Night Out for PTA. We are trying to get together all sorts of donations of items or services. If you know of any place that will donate easily please let me know. OR if you have your own little business and would like to donate something, again - let me know. We will be advertising anyone that is kind enough to donate stuff.
We've got mostly big businesses, but then I was thinking about my little homemaker friends who have started different crafty companies. I figure they can donate too and we'll advertise for them too. You can even attach a cute little business card to your item. :)
Anyway, let me know if anyone wants to donate or knows of places that will donate. We'll give you a letterhead letter and the tax info or anything else you need.
We've got mostly big businesses, but then I was thinking about my little homemaker friends who have started different crafty companies. I figure they can donate too and we'll advertise for them too. You can even attach a cute little business card to your item. :)
Anyway, let me know if anyone wants to donate or knows of places that will donate. We'll give you a letterhead letter and the tax info or anything else you need.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Breakfast Discussion
This morning as the kids ate their cereal, Livvy asked a question that blew my mind.
"Guys, do you know what envy means?" A little smile on her face.
Elizabeth responded, "Actually, Livvy - I don't."
I waited for Livvy's answer to see what crazy thing she'd say.
"It means that you are jeawous of something someone has."
WOW, since when did my 4 year old learn what Envy means?
A wonderful learning tool that we use often in our house. And I'm not ashamed to say it!! The TV.
It's from a show that she LOVES called Martha Speaks - helloooooo, it's a talking dog, can it be any more perfect for my little dog lover?!
For the rest of the day she walked around saying things like, "Daddy, I'm envy of you. You get to sweep in." (I'm envy of Daddy too, I'd LOVE to sleep in)
"Wizzy (translation - "Lizzy"), I'm envy of you cause you get to go to school."
And my personal favorite:
"Dozey, I'm envy of you cause you have a tail!" LOL Funny girl!
"Guys, do you know what envy means?" A little smile on her face.
Elizabeth responded, "Actually, Livvy - I don't."
I waited for Livvy's answer to see what crazy thing she'd say.
"It means that you are jeawous of something someone has."
WOW, since when did my 4 year old learn what Envy means?
A wonderful learning tool that we use often in our house. And I'm not ashamed to say it!! The TV.
It's from a show that she LOVES called Martha Speaks - helloooooo, it's a talking dog, can it be any more perfect for my little dog lover?!
For the rest of the day she walked around saying things like, "Daddy, I'm envy of you. You get to sweep in." (I'm envy of Daddy too, I'd LOVE to sleep in)
"Wizzy (translation - "Lizzy"), I'm envy of you cause you get to go to school."
And my personal favorite:
"Dozey, I'm envy of you cause you have a tail!" LOL Funny girl!
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