My secret friend gave to me...
Huge box of sugar cookie dough mix with a note that says (It has nothing to do with the song, but we hope you like it.)
Of course we do. Should we make sugar cookies today to give as neighbor gifts?
And for the eleventh day...
a package of creme filled Pirouette rolled wafer cookies, chocolate hazelnut. The note says, "they're pipe shaped"
Very cute, don't you think. And yummy.
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Sixth, Seventh, Eighth, and Ninth Days of Christmas
Darn it! I'm media impaired and having difficulties getting my pictures uploaded. So...I'll just have to tell you about the gifts our secret friend is bringing instead of showing you.
Sixth Day--6 eggs
Seventh Day--Bubble Bath
Eighth Day-- Milk Duds
Ninth Day--Poinsettia
Can't be nearly as fun for you to hear about this as it is for us to receive these gifts, but in some small way I still feel like I'm sharing Christmas joy by sharing the story of their kindness. Enjoy!
Sixth Day--6 eggs
Seventh Day--Bubble Bath
Eighth Day-- Milk Duds
Ninth Day--Poinsettia
Can't be nearly as fun for you to hear about this as it is for us to receive these gifts, but in some small way I still feel like I'm sharing Christmas joy by sharing the story of their kindness. Enjoy!
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
12 Days of Christmas
First and Second Days
Third and Fourth Days
We have a secret friend who is bringing us the 12 days of Christmas. Is that the coolest thing ever, or what?
Not until today did I realize there IS a rhyme and reason to the gifts they bring. Can you figure it out?
Today the note on the turkey breast said, "One the fourth day of Christmas my secret friend gave to me...think birds." It was then that we went back to the other gifts and realized.
The first day they brought sparkling pear juice. The second day two dove ice creams. The third day, French vanilla cocoa, and the fourth day, turkey, which I'm sure will make a much better dinner than say, calling birds.
In case our secret friend reads the blog, Thank you! You have brought us Christmas cheer. I can hardly wait to continue the tradition someday in the future for another family. You have already made our season, "Merry and Bright."
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Beach Boys Christmas
A few of the guys from church put together a song for the Christmas party on Friday night. Ross (in the white shirt) sang lead. The little kids in front danced while the band sang a rendition of Frosty the snowmen set to the music of the Beach Boys song, "I get around." It's as if the little boys (grown men who performed) had all their dreams of being a rock star come true--even if only for five minutes on Friday night.Thanks to Jamie for posting it on facebook, otherwise I wouldn't have had any pictures.
Oh, and if I had forgotten, Ross can REALLY sing. He was AWESOME!
Friday, December 12, 2008
God's Goodness
I showed up today for my second ever substitute teaching assignment.
I've been a little anxious about getting back into the job market. Maybe I should put that more accurately. I really don't want to work. I've never really planned to work other than take care of my kids, and home, and coach swimming. Those are the two things I love to work at--my job as a mom, and coaching!
I'll go on a tangent here, because I even remember in 5th grade when Ms. McMillan asked us to describe what we want to be when we grow up. I seriously wrote, "I want to marry a rich man, and be a mom." Needless to say she didn't like my answer and asked me to redo it for a surprise poem she was writing. I wouldn't back down and held firm to my first answer.
So, long story short, I'm now a working woman. Or at least pretending to be. In addition to my swimming lessons and swimming coaching, I've signed up to substitute teach. The plan is to get my teaching credential current and hopefully be a full-time teacher by next fall. I've picked up some odd jobs cleaning neighbor's houses, and shadow shopping. I also gave out samples at Wal-mart last Saturday all in addition to a new job I'm being trained in as an optician at Standard Optical. I'm absolutely indebted to my neighbors and friends who are angels come to my aid by helping to watch my children, when they are not in school, so I can go to work.
Which brings me to the title of this post. God's Goodness. Today I was sent another blessing straight from heaven.
Bowling! That's right, I'm not kidding.
When I showed up for my substitute teaching assignment today, which I knew was P.E. (and which is what my 10 year old expired secondary ed. credential is in--along with teaching health) I found out my assignment was to take 3 separate classes to the bowling alley over a period of five hours.
Hallelujah! This was like, my single favorite activity ever in the 3 years I did cub scouts. It's exactly what I pick when my dad comes to town or we get together in the winter and want to have some fun.
Yes, I bowled for free today, and got payed for it.
I told you God is Good!
P.S. Thanks to all who have been praying for us. Thank you. I mean it. Now do you think it would be too much or somehow sacreligious to ask Him again if I can get some more AWESOME substitute teaching assignments that I love! Or, I know, maybe we can pray that I get a long-term sub assignment that I would love, and then turns into a job offer next year. We'll see.
I've been a little anxious about getting back into the job market. Maybe I should put that more accurately. I really don't want to work. I've never really planned to work other than take care of my kids, and home, and coach swimming. Those are the two things I love to work at--my job as a mom, and coaching!
I'll go on a tangent here, because I even remember in 5th grade when Ms. McMillan asked us to describe what we want to be when we grow up. I seriously wrote, "I want to marry a rich man, and be a mom." Needless to say she didn't like my answer and asked me to redo it for a surprise poem she was writing. I wouldn't back down and held firm to my first answer.
So, long story short, I'm now a working woman. Or at least pretending to be. In addition to my swimming lessons and swimming coaching, I've signed up to substitute teach. The plan is to get my teaching credential current and hopefully be a full-time teacher by next fall. I've picked up some odd jobs cleaning neighbor's houses, and shadow shopping. I also gave out samples at Wal-mart last Saturday all in addition to a new job I'm being trained in as an optician at Standard Optical. I'm absolutely indebted to my neighbors and friends who are angels come to my aid by helping to watch my children, when they are not in school, so I can go to work.
Which brings me to the title of this post. God's Goodness. Today I was sent another blessing straight from heaven.
Bowling! That's right, I'm not kidding.
When I showed up for my substitute teaching assignment today, which I knew was P.E. (and which is what my 10 year old expired secondary ed. credential is in--along with teaching health) I found out my assignment was to take 3 separate classes to the bowling alley over a period of five hours.
Hallelujah! This was like, my single favorite activity ever in the 3 years I did cub scouts. It's exactly what I pick when my dad comes to town or we get together in the winter and want to have some fun.
Yes, I bowled for free today, and got payed for it.
I told you God is Good!
P.S. Thanks to all who have been praying for us. Thank you. I mean it. Now do you think it would be too much or somehow sacreligious to ask Him again if I can get some more AWESOME substitute teaching assignments that I love! Or, I know, maybe we can pray that I get a long-term sub assignment that I would love, and then turns into a job offer next year. We'll see.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
I Miss Me Too
Thanks Molly for following the blog and asking me to come back to blogging.
"What is going on here?" she asks. I'm not sure I even understand it very well. But here are a few of my excuses.
It could be one of 2 few things.
1. I've reverted to an old coping skill of mine from years ago where when things get hard I try to isolate myself from the world. I guess this is incongruent with blogging, so instead of blog I've been hiding. Oh, AND eating.
2. In an effort to remain genuine on my blog and to NOT spew hot venom about how awful my life is, I'm trying the other technique which is, "If you don't have anything nice to say, it's better to say nothing at all."
Hopefully this won't last long. Thanks for asking.
If you feel so inclined, say a prayer for me. And if you'd like I'll say one for you too!
"What is going on here?" she asks. I'm not sure I even understand it very well. But here are a few of my excuses.
It could be one of 2 few things.
1. I've reverted to an old coping skill of mine from years ago where when things get hard I try to isolate myself from the world. I guess this is incongruent with blogging, so instead of blog I've been hiding. Oh, AND eating.
2. In an effort to remain genuine on my blog and to NOT spew hot venom about how awful my life is, I'm trying the other technique which is, "If you don't have anything nice to say, it's better to say nothing at all."
Hopefully this won't last long. Thanks for asking.
If you feel so inclined, say a prayer for me. And if you'd like I'll say one for you too!
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Kindergarten Rocks
As the mother of a 5th grader, 2nd grader and kindergardener I have to say, I love kindergarten. Does life really get any better than kindergarten? Anyone remember when they were good at everything? Back when you could sing and dance, paint, and draw? I don't just mean they made time for it in school or that they let you do it, I mean you thought you were good at it. Just like you were good at everything you did.
It must happen sometime this year or next and I'm cringing for when it comes. Oh, please can Kindergarten last a little longer with this child? Can she believe in herself and her ability to do everything for just a little longer?
When asked her favorite subject Breanne said, "Math." How long can that possibly last? I know there are people out there who love math and who major in it and stuff, I'm just not friends with any of them. Which will go first? My daughter's love of math or our relationship? Please don't tell me they both go. Please!
It must happen sometime this year or next and I'm cringing for when it comes. Oh, please can Kindergarten last a little longer with this child? Can she believe in herself and her ability to do everything for just a little longer?
When asked her favorite subject Breanne said, "Math." How long can that possibly last? I know there are people out there who love math and who major in it and stuff, I'm just not friends with any of them. Which will go first? My daughter's love of math or our relationship? Please don't tell me they both go. Please!
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
A child shall lead them
You know when you have those times when your kids teach you more than you teach them. I had one of those with Breanne yesterday. She informed that her brain has channels.
Not only does her brain have channels but she can change them when she wants. She says she learned it when she woke up and she was on a different channel than the dream she had remembered earlier. I especially liked when she said, "So if I have a nightmare, or don't like my dream, I just need to change the channel." I asked her more than once where she had heard that from and she said, "I just know it from my dreams."
I'm sure I could use some help changing the channel on my thoughts the last month or so. Boy, it's been hard to be positive and see the good around me, but perhaps my mind has just been on the wrong channel.
Not only does her brain have channels but she can change them when she wants. She says she learned it when she woke up and she was on a different channel than the dream she had remembered earlier. I especially liked when she said, "So if I have a nightmare, or don't like my dream, I just need to change the channel." I asked her more than once where she had heard that from and she said, "I just know it from my dreams."
I'm sure I could use some help changing the channel on my thoughts the last month or so. Boy, it's been hard to be positive and see the good around me, but perhaps my mind has just been on the wrong channel.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Cooking and baking with whole wheat
I like to make soup and bread at this time of year. It's getting colder so I don't mind having the oven on.
I was also inspired recently by Lisa's whole wheat cooking class to more regularly use the whole wheat I have in storage.
So, I thought today I would spread the love. I hope you will enjoy some recipes that I've found, and if you have easy soup recipes for me to try send me the link.
Recently I made pumpkin bread with whole wheat flour, and I'm looking forward to trying these pumpkin blender waffles using my wheat berries.
Here's another recipe we've been using weekly, sometimes more, for whole wheat pancakes. I often substitute the milk for powdered milk (to use food storage), and I substitute honey for sugar (hoping that it's more healthy.) I also tried substituting buckwheat for whole wheat. I recently added 45lbs. of buckwheat to my food storage because I'd read that it's great to eat for breakfast. I cook the buckwheat berries in the rice cooker like I would rice and eat it with yogurt and almonds for breakfast instead of oatmeal. I really like oat groats cooked this way too.
Enjoy!
I was also inspired recently by Lisa's whole wheat cooking class to more regularly use the whole wheat I have in storage.
So, I thought today I would spread the love. I hope you will enjoy some recipes that I've found, and if you have easy soup recipes for me to try send me the link.
Recently I made pumpkin bread with whole wheat flour, and I'm looking forward to trying these pumpkin blender waffles using my wheat berries.
Here's another recipe we've been using weekly, sometimes more, for whole wheat pancakes. I often substitute the milk for powdered milk (to use food storage), and I substitute honey for sugar (hoping that it's more healthy.) I also tried substituting buckwheat for whole wheat. I recently added 45lbs. of buckwheat to my food storage because I'd read that it's great to eat for breakfast. I cook the buckwheat berries in the rice cooker like I would rice and eat it with yogurt and almonds for breakfast instead of oatmeal. I really like oat groats cooked this way too.
Enjoy!
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