Archive for March, 2010
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Wednesday, March 31st, 2010Today Paul had a weight check. I walked in totally expecting him to finally be able to stop having these checks. (He has had to have them ever since he came home.) He never really weighed enough each time to be able to stop, but I thought he had been growing. He has never been [...]
On the plush side
Wednesday, March 31st, 2010Today we had the house recarpeted. To say we were excited would be a huge understatement. The carpet is so plush. Totally worth hanging out in the backyard all day. They brought just a little bit for the house. We had berber carpet that was 14 years old, this is a huge improvement. We went [...]
Another not allergic
Tuesday, March 30th, 2010Annie had a sleepover at Grammy’s house this past weekend. She was out playing in the trampoline when she got stung by a bee. She calmly walked out of the trampoline and up to Papa. He was stunned because the bee was still stuck in her! He removed the bee, and took the stinger out [...]
Hole in the Rock
Tuesday, March 30th, 2010Madeline had a sleep over with her grandparents over her spring break. They took her to show her one of their favorite haunts. Hole in the Rock is in Papago Park and a very easy hike, perfect for them and an almost 5 year old. Madeline had fun exploring with Grammy, Papa and cousin Wyatt. [...]
A sweet treat
Thursday, March 25th, 2010Last week Madeline was on Spring Break from preschool. Since her sisters were still in school we couldn’t do a whole lot but we were able to go out on some “dates.” One morning she asked if we could go to get donuts. We don’t normally do this, and that makes it even more fun. [...]
Puzzle Memories
Thursday, March 25th, 2010As a child I loved building puzzles. My brother and I would hang out in our room, out of the scorching heat of summer, building puzzles and jamming to our boom box. I am a good puzzle builder and I really enjoy them. For Christmas I bought Bill a couple of puzzles for us to [...]
Patients and Patience
Wednesday, March 24th, 2010Yesterday all the Girls had cleanings at the dentist. They all did well and their teeth look good. They need to brush more and floss more, but honestly, who doesn’t. The first patient was Annie. Love how her hand is curled up while the hygenist is cleaning her teeth. The second patient was Kimmie. She [...]
Amazing weight
Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010I joined Weight Watcher a month ago in order to really understand my eating and to help me make better choices. There is definitely a learning curve to it and I think I have hit my stride with it. I have lost 7 pounds in a month and I know that I will make my [...]
New listings on Etsy
Monday, March 22nd, 2010I have some new quilts up on etsy.com. All three are fabulous! The first is a pretty pink and green African Princess Quilt. Whenever I list these African quilts they go really quickly, make sure you take a look to see if you want this one to be yours. I will add a heart over [...]
What did they say?
Friday, March 19th, 2010“Oh I know why they made that beep sound. Those people said stupid.” ~ Kimberly Our kids love to watch Survivor and Biggest Loser. Given the programming on tv these days that is all we really alllow them. Even those shows aren’t entirely wholesome and the contestants have to be censored. It is hilarious to [...]
Bathroom art
Thursday, March 18th, 2010In Mimi’s preschool they put up a piece of artwork a month in the bathroom. The piece they chose this month is Madeline’s.
The moment I have dreaded ever since I had twins
Thursday, March 18th, 2010It all started the moment the Kindergarten teacher suggested we have the Girls tested for gifted education. I knew one of them would qualify and one wouldn’t. Because of my background in education it was clear to me that one was gifted and that she would qualify. Since it is good to have them identified, [...]
Sock Monkeys are Growing on Me
Wednesday, March 17th, 2010When Kimberly was little and asked for a sock monkey for her birthday I thought they were ridiculous and odd looking. Like the great mother that I am, I bought her one for her birthday and called it good. I figured if she enjoyed it that was good enough for me. Madeline has decided that [...]
Rockin’ Good Time
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010Lately Paul has been waking up during his nap needing to go to the bathroom. Once he is done he still wants to sleep so I usually just lay him back down. The other day he asked me to rock him. I couldn’t resist so I did and it was wonderful. As I was rocking [...]
My younger self
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010The kids will often tell me things that they want to be when they grow up. I think it is normal for children to want to dream of the future. The entire world is open to them and they can really be anything they set their mind to. It is wonderful to hear them expressing [...]
Punishments
Monday, March 15th, 2010Lately we have found ourselves having to dish out real punishments. No longer can we get by with redirecting or time out with the older two. Our older girls are all well aware of the rules and limitations around our house and they do things with a much more deliberate intent. We know we have [...]
A little bird told me
Monday, March 15th, 2010Spring is on the way! I couldn’t be more pleased. This has been the rainiest and coldest winter I can remember in Phoenix, Arizona. I am so excited for spring and summer. So excited in fact, that when I saw these fabrics I knew I had to make some outfits for my girls. I have [...]
Star of the week – Annie
Friday, March 12th, 2010This week in kindergarten Annie was the star of the week. She was thrilled to be the star and loved preparing everything for the week. Tuesday she had to bring in her favorite book and read it to the class. She immediately knew which book she wanted. She dashed upstairs and brought Follow Me Mittens [...]
Follow your dreams
Wednesday, March 10th, 2010I finally finished this embroidered wall hanging. I started it several years back and finally finished the quilting and the binding. I love how it came out.
Play ball
Wednesday, March 10th, 2010Paul loves to throw balls, kick balls, hit balls, bounce balls, hit them off his sister’s head and just about anything else a two year old can think of to do with a ball. Since spring is supposed to be on it’s way I decided we should get Paul a ball and bat. This way [...]
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