Way Back...

I love it when I hear a song and am instantly taken back in time. This morning it was "Father Abraham" (on one of the kid's cds) and I was back at the Church of the Brethren with Jill and Brad. I think we were 5. Fun memories!!!

What songs have you heard recently that took you back in time?

It was getting too quiet, part 2

Today's episode of "It was getting too quiet" was dramatically different from yesterday. If you remember, Logan was quietly reading a book... not today!!!

AND he is in big-boy underwear today! After he took off his diaper and peed on the floor, I decided to give it a try... (smile)

Where is the "Mommy Manual"????

(riding in the car this morning, totally random thoughts from Olivia, per usual)

Olivia: "Does Great-Grandma have to say in heaven?"

Me: "Yes, but she loves it there!"

Olivia: "Is it a house?"

Me: "Yes, the biggest house ever!"

Olivia: "Did she drive there?"

Me: "No, the angels came and got her, and took her all the way up to heaven"

Olivia: "Did they fly?"

Me: "Well, " thinking oh dear, where am I going with this?
"Only your heart goes to heaven, you get a new body there"

Olivia: "So they fly there"

Me: "Sort of"

It was getting too quiet....

So I went to check on Logan. Instead of being into trouble, he was reading a Curious George Book! Good Boy Logan! (The video is dark, not sure why, I can adjust it on my computer but it doesn't stay that way...)

You say, God says...

HANDY LITTLE CHART God has a positive answer:
YOU SAY GOD SAYS BIBLE VERSES

You say: 'It's impossible' God says: All things are possible (Luke 18:27)

You say: 'I'm too tired' God says: I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28-30)

You say: 'Nobody really loves me' God says: I love you (John 3:1 6 & John 3:34 )

You say: 'I can't go on' God says: My grace is sufficient (II Corinthians 12:9 & Psalm 91:15)

You say: 'I can't figure things out' God says: I will direct your steps (Proverbs 3:5- 6)

You say: 'I can't do it' God says: You can do all things (Philippians 4:13)

You say: 'I'm not able' God says: I am able (II Corinthians 9:8)

You say: 'It's not worth it' God says: It will be worth it (Roman 8:28 )

You say: 'I can't forgive myself' God says: I Forgive you (I John 1:9 & Romans 8:1)

You say: 'I can't manage' God says: I will supply all your needs (Philippians 4:19)

You say: 'I'm afraid' God says: I have not given you a spirit of fear (II Timothy 1:7)

You say: 'I'm always worried and frustrated' God says: Cast all your cares on ME (I Peter 5:7)

You say: 'I'm not smart enough' God says: I give you wisdom (I Corinthians 1:30)

You say: 'I feel all alone' God says: I will never leave you or forsake you (Hebrews 13:5)

PASS IT ON. YOU NEVER KNOW WHO MAY NEED IT.

Make it a Wonderful Day!

Love this email! Thanks mom for sending it this morning!!!

Should I be embarrassed?

I watched 90210 tonight.


It was unintentional, I got on the treadmill and it was on. I was hooked on the old one. so I have to admit I was curious! It was pretty good, some of the issues are pretty mature. Guess that is good, gets families talking about some tough to talk about issues. Did anyone else watch it? (Susie, back me up here!!! :))

Update: Ok, watched the second episode, I think I may be hooked! How does this happen?

I'm torn

In March and April I am LONGING for summer, some warm weather, the kids playing outside, walks/runs in the evening. But by the end of August I am ready for fall. I love it when it turns cool and it becomes sweatshirt weather (LOVED going back to college in the fall!, football games, etc.) SO I am torn, between being excited for fall and leaving summer behind. Our baby pool was getting gross and it ripped so I took the kids to Target to see if they had good deals on pools. They did! we got this one for $4.98. AND the pump this time! SO the kids had a great afternoon of playing and splashing, we got some sun and just relaxed outside. I took some video but the kids decided to have a 20-minute splashing/squealing contest so I will spare your ears.

So for a few more weeks we will enjoy this early fall weather and then put the pool away and get the sweatshirts out. I am so thankful to live in a part of the country with seasons. God knew that I loved and needed change, so I am thankful that he planted me here.

Potty Training Advice

I need some potty training advice. For boys. It seems like Olivia potty trained herself over night so it didn't even take any thought on my end. I had not planned on trying to train Logan until he was showing CLEAR signs of being ready, and I was guessing it wouldn't' be until closer to age 3. However, he is starting to stop and say "oh no!" all while holding his diaper, when he has pottied in his diaper. So we put him on the potty a few times and he just thinks that is too fun! So I am not sure if this is a clear sign or what. I am not in a rush to do this, but I don't want to miss a window either. Please let me know how you potty trained your boys and at what age... Thanks!!

Dear Logan...

Dear Logan,

I love you with every ounce of my being. You have the best smile and give the best hugs. I really enjoy playing trucks with you and watching you play excitedly at the playground. You are such a happy boy and I LOVE to be with you. However, please note, that when you have a two-year-old son of your own. Ask me to remind you (never-mind, I am sure I will remember to tell you) about our shopping trip to Wal-mart today. Just when I think it is "easy" to be out and about with you and sissy, you surprise me and shake things up a bit. (i.e. squirming in the cart, grabbing things off of shelves, trying to open grocery items, throwing your toys or paci to watch mommy pick them up one more time, etc.). Also, thank you for never keeping me guessing as to your emotions. You let EVERYONE know in Wal-mart today, that you were not happy. I love you more than you will ever know.

Mommy

Also, Daddy wants you to be Curious George for Halloween, I think that is very fitting for you, since you do enjoy climbing.

Today's Random Thought

I wish we had a clothes line. Seems like such a waste to put sheets in the dryer on such a beautiful day. I will add that to my list for our next house. Or maybe there is a retractable one I could put in our backyard....