Life, without a camera

I am totally bummed. How is it that when your camera is broken, or not with you, the best photo moments happen. My memory is not always the greatest, so to rely on a "flashback" of that picturesque moment is not always going to work.

We had Young Adults at our house this weekend. It was a beautiful evening, so we had the water flowing in the backyard and 10 kiddos here to enjoy it. Here is a picture of The Boy playing in the sprinkler:



Here is another picture of The Boy with his friend Uh-ka, obviously playing in the pool:




You see, I REALLY need a new camera!

Life, playing catch-up

It has been over a month since I have posted. I guess that there is not a lot of stuff going on that is blog worthy day by day, so here is a lump post.

My grandma is currently in a rehab nursing home (not that kind of rehab...). She has had both hips replaced in the course of her lifetime and one has completely failed her. She is doing physical therapy and occupational therapy to help strengthen her muscles and get her up and around again as best as possible. It is tough to be 90!

We have been doing some travelling recently. We went up north to Lynnwood in mid-April for the Newsboys concert, which was awesome. We also had a chance to visit the Seattle Aquarium with The Boy. Interestingly though, the night before the Aquarium visit, we had 7 inches of snow. Totally crazy! The power went out and we had the chance to play some good ol' fashioned Skip-Bo.

Last weekend, we went to The Dalles for a memorial service for John's grandma. They were never close in his lifetime, which is sad to both he and myself. We went to be with his mom for emotional support, and also to visit with Crystal, his sister. She has not seen The Boy since the day after his birth. My, how time flies.

We are headed out on Friday for vacation. Woo Hoo! Disneyland, here we come! We have some fun things planned while we are there and I am really looking forward to not cooking, swimming, warm weather (hopefully) and a great time with my family.

I hope everyone out there in blogland is doing well!

God Bless!

Life, with a 2 year old

The Boy had his birthday! We had a great time this weekend celebrating his birthday.
Here are some photos for a quick recap:










Happy birthday, my love!

Life, listening to The Boy

Tonight, for the first time, I laughed out loud at The Boy's bedtime. For tonight, was the first time the "stall" was employed. It went a little something like this:

Me: Goodnight, I love you.
TB: Night, love you.
(Door starts to close)
TB: Mama?
(Open door)
Me: Yes?
TB: mumble, mumble, night.
Me: Goodnight, I love you.
(Door starts to close)
TB: Mama?
(Open Door)
Me: Yes?
TB: mumble, mumble, mumble, night
Me; Goodnight, I love you
(Door starts to close)
TB: Mama?

Now this continued a couple more times. I know that I should not entertain this behavior, but it was so so funny to hear. To realize that he is growing up so fast. I love that kid!

Life, as a "working" mom

Every so often I am asked to return to help out at my previous workplace for a couple of days to cover vacations, surgeries, and the like. It is actually a nice little break from the world of The Boy. I like the adult interaction, and to fill my mind with things other than diapers and sippy cups, even if it is just to help lance a boil or make patent payments.

It makes coming home to a boy who has had a break from The Mom super sweet. I mean, I can't be away from this face for very long...

Life, with art

The Boy had his first music class today, which was a great success. He had a great time, even though he did not want to dance by himself. He also has an obsession with the fish tank at the studio. I am excited for next week already. If you would like some info for classes in your area, here is the link: www.kindermusik.com

Tonight is our YM group. We are updating some scrapbooks from 1944-present. I love to look at the old photos and newspaper articles. It is so interesting what used to make it to the Society pages of the local newspaper. There are even some pictures of yours truly circa. 1980 or so, looking prim and proper in a blue dress with lovely white knee-high socks. I was all the rage in fashion.

I am bummed that I missed American Idol last night. If any one has some clips that I should check out, let me know!

Life, with shopping!

Today The Boy and I are having Miss C over for playtime(and naptime)before Mama C and myself go shopping. We even get to go shopping for fun stuff, like scrapbooking materials and photo albums(and cat food).



We are doing this fun shopping for our Young Mothers meeting this week. We have lots of pictures from the past 60 years that need to be fixed in nice new albums and scrapbooks. The Young Mothers group has a long history and we want to preserve it for years to come.

I had a Pampered Chef Cook and Book meeting last night that was a good time. I have not been doing as well as I would like at the buisness and hope to get it "kickstarted" this year. Ther are so many great products and the new Spring ones are awesome, I can't wait to show them. We even have some new shows and recipes to choose from.



Today also brings another episode of American Idol. I wonder what awesome clip I will be able to post tonight!

Life, being busy

Monday, January 21st

- Wake Up
- Take out the beasts
- Feed the beasts
- Get The Boy up
- Change The Boy
- Feed The Boy
- Read my Bible
- Have The Boy yell at me
- Have The Boy point his finger at me and tell me "NO"
- Try and play with The Boy
- Feed The Boy
- Nap The Boy
- Clean up after The Boy
- SHOWER!
- Get dressed
- Get The Boy up
- Wait for John
- Pick up H.
- Drive to Olympia
- Pampered Chef Meeting
- Drive home
- BED!

Tuesday, January 22nd

- Wake Up
- Take out the beasts
- Feed the beasts
- SHOWER!
- Get dressed
- Get The Boy up
- Change The Boy
- Feed The Boy
- Read my Bible
- Have The Boy yell at me
- Have The Boy point his finger at me and tell me "NO"
- Try and play with The Boy
- Have meeting at church
- Pay bills around town
- Feed The Boy
- Nap The Boy
- Clean up after The Boy
- Get The Boy up
- Wait for John
- Go to Walmart
- Get dinner
- Eat dinner
- Play with The Boy
- Kiss The Boy goodnight
- American Idol!
- BED!

On tap for today: Almost all of the above, and driving the church van and Bible Study. I get tired just reading it!

Life, with God's love

We had a wonderful day today. We belong to such an awesome church. You can really feel God's presence there. I am so fortunate that my husband loves the Lord with all of his heart. It did not happen overnight, but he has dedicated himself to growing and learning. Every night, he reads the Bible to our son, who in turn holds the Bible to his chest and hugs it. It is so precious to me.

Life, with The Boy

How is it possible to love someone so much? The boy has been the light of my life for almost 2 years now. I cannot believe how quickly he is growing up.

Then:




Now:



Today we had a lovely lunch with my mom and stepdad. The Boy was energetic to say the least. It is awesome to watch him become his own little self.

I love you, Scooter Bug!

Life, with a new haircut

Now, I know that some of you are wondering if I finally cut The Boy's hair again. I mean John refers to him as "The Hippie" because of his flowing, blond locks.




I just have not had the chance, besides just look at them peeking out from under that hat...

The following is the haircut I am referring to:


Enough said?

Life, yum!

Hello.
Today was a great day. The Boy and I ventured out this morning to get fresh veggies for the fam and ginger chews for me. We have a local produce place that I never think to go to. Silly me! They have the freshest stuff and the BEST prices. We got 2 different kinds of peaches, brussel sprouts, tomatoes, an onion, scallions, 5 lb. bag of Gala apples, an avocado, mushrooms, and a bag of green grapes all for $16.00! I had the most delicious tomato and avocado sandwich for lunch and a snack tonight.

The ginger chews are a treat that were introduced to me as a gift. They are yum-o and good for the nausea. I also picked up a container of Brown Cow cream-top yogurt.

My first appointment is right around the corner! John is able to go with me and my mom is coming as well to check out Beany. I can't wait to see you!

Life, full and tired

Today was pretty uneventful. The Boy and I stayed home and vegged. He did not nap well today. I know that he is probably getting to the age where only having one nap a day would not be unheard of, but man does he get cranky without 2 naps.

Unfortunately for me, only one 45 minute nap for The Boy, means NO nap for me. I am trying to get through the day without one, but having Beany grow, sometimes I need one. Today was one of those days. I will probably go to bed here in a few.

I just got some recipes sent in for a new church cookbook. We are relaxing and watching the Seahawks game. I lucked out and John made dinner tonight. French toast, sausage, and fried potatoes. Delish!