4 a.m. Question
Zander climbed into bed with me at 4 a.m.
He said, "Mom, where did Dad go?"
Have YOU ever tried to explain Middle East countries, War on Terror, 6 months or maybe more or less to a 4 year old at 4 a.m.?
He finally said, "Maybe he's getting me a new battery for my truck. " :::snort:::
I think I will need to find out which truck needs a battery and move that to the top of the "to do" list.
Sunday, September 10, 2006
Saturday, September 09, 2006
Weekends are long when your husband is gone.
I got back on my bike and began to ride. I did 8 miles and then 2.25 miles of walking with Jamin and Arielle later on. I have blisters. My bike tire was flat and someone put something on it that makes my tire whistle or really sort of groan….what’s up with THAT????
Today we sort of sat around. Saturday a.m.’s are “play station day” at our house. This occupied the young ones way into the afternoon.
Krista and I finally bit the bullet and took Stacia to buy shoes. I’ve bought 4 pairs that should fit but don’t. She fell asleep before we arrived at the store. I put her in the sling and found it was probably best to have her asleep while we tried shoes on her. She awoke with her feet in tennis shoes and had a FIT. I bought two pairs. I’ve never forced a child to wear shoes…but HERE there are nasty, painful things on the ground outside. If she wants to walk outside – and she does – she’ll have to learn to wear shoes outside.
We walked in the house and discovered Mike on the phone with the kids. He has landed. I’m still not sure what I’m allowed to say so won’t say much. He has no contact info for us yet. He’s not in the spot he thought he would be in but he’ll be having an adventure and as long as there are troops to minister to, he’ll be happy.
We thought about doing a treasure hunt that Krista made up for us…but never quite pulled it off.
Stacia is teething and is a handful.
Bre cleaned out their car. I did laundry.
Jamin made pizza. Pizza is usually a Friday night dinner around here….but we had birthday parties last night. He is getting this pizza making art down. The new technique DID make pizza more like a pizzeria. It was crispy on the outside and light and airy on the inside. He’s poring over the book again to see what adjustments he will make for next week.
Steve and Debby stopped by with their sons tonight. We thought that Bre’s computer needed to be set up so she could use the wi fi…turns out it is all set up. It was a fun visit though.
I had a mild break down today when I realized the girls will be leaving in 10 days. {sigh} Zander came over and said, “I love you mom” and gave me a hug. I told him that was the perfect thing to do. It was also the first hug that I’ve received since Tuesday. I miss hugs.
Our first Saturday is under our belt.
I got back on my bike and began to ride. I did 8 miles and then 2.25 miles of walking with Jamin and Arielle later on. I have blisters. My bike tire was flat and someone put something on it that makes my tire whistle or really sort of groan….what’s up with THAT????
Today we sort of sat around. Saturday a.m.’s are “play station day” at our house. This occupied the young ones way into the afternoon.
Krista and I finally bit the bullet and took Stacia to buy shoes. I’ve bought 4 pairs that should fit but don’t. She fell asleep before we arrived at the store. I put her in the sling and found it was probably best to have her asleep while we tried shoes on her. She awoke with her feet in tennis shoes and had a FIT. I bought two pairs. I’ve never forced a child to wear shoes…but HERE there are nasty, painful things on the ground outside. If she wants to walk outside – and she does – she’ll have to learn to wear shoes outside.
We walked in the house and discovered Mike on the phone with the kids. He has landed. I’m still not sure what I’m allowed to say so won’t say much. He has no contact info for us yet. He’s not in the spot he thought he would be in but he’ll be having an adventure and as long as there are troops to minister to, he’ll be happy.
We thought about doing a treasure hunt that Krista made up for us…but never quite pulled it off.
Stacia is teething and is a handful.
Bre cleaned out their car. I did laundry.
Jamin made pizza. Pizza is usually a Friday night dinner around here….but we had birthday parties last night. He is getting this pizza making art down. The new technique DID make pizza more like a pizzeria. It was crispy on the outside and light and airy on the inside. He’s poring over the book again to see what adjustments he will make for next week.
Steve and Debby stopped by with their sons tonight. We thought that Bre’s computer needed to be set up so she could use the wi fi…turns out it is all set up. It was a fun visit though.
I had a mild break down today when I realized the girls will be leaving in 10 days. {sigh} Zander came over and said, “I love you mom” and gave me a hug. I told him that was the perfect thing to do. It was also the first hug that I’ve received since Tuesday. I miss hugs.
Our first Saturday is under our belt.
Friday, September 08, 2006
Friday Recap
I took Bre to get a hair cut this a.m. We then stopped at Scrapbooking University. I think they undermined my determination to quit scrapping. We'll see. We also went to Hobby Lobby and Tuesday Morning. I'm looking for a "deployment broach". I want a pin that I can put Mike's picture in. I want a vintage look but I'm not finding it. I may make some. We'll see. I have a bracelet but you know a woman can never have to much jewelry.
We got home to discover that Krista had all the little ones painting flags for team banners. She has quite a few exciting things planned for us.
I had a PBS book requested. I also received a book that several had recommended "Feeding the Healthy Vegetarian Family". We're not - vegetarian that is but I AM looking for great tasting healthy recipes. I cracked up when Amazon.com sent a coupon for 50% off Omaho STEAKS with the book. The boys had quite a few comments about that. :::snort:::
Tonight we had a birthday party - well two to attend. Right before we left Mike called. He's still not settled but getting closer.
After the party we stopped by Office Depot to buy a couple of cameras for the girls - late birthday gifts. It was right at closing and the poor clerk made 3 mistakes....after that we headed to Chick Fil A - and got some dinner.
The kids just put on "The Long, Long Trailer" from Netflix. Mike suggested it after we watched *RV*. We liked RV but found it crude in spots....I commented that you couldn't do a comedy about an RV and not talk about the sewer....Mike suggested we watch this one. Stacia is down...I'm going to go watch the movie and hopefully sleep well tonight.
I took Bre to get a hair cut this a.m. We then stopped at Scrapbooking University. I think they undermined my determination to quit scrapping. We'll see. We also went to Hobby Lobby and Tuesday Morning. I'm looking for a "deployment broach". I want a pin that I can put Mike's picture in. I want a vintage look but I'm not finding it. I may make some. We'll see. I have a bracelet but you know a woman can never have to much jewelry.
We got home to discover that Krista had all the little ones painting flags for team banners. She has quite a few exciting things planned for us.
I had a PBS book requested. I also received a book that several had recommended "Feeding the Healthy Vegetarian Family". We're not - vegetarian that is but I AM looking for great tasting healthy recipes. I cracked up when Amazon.com sent a coupon for 50% off Omaho STEAKS with the book. The boys had quite a few comments about that. :::snort:::
Tonight we had a birthday party - well two to attend. Right before we left Mike called. He's still not settled but getting closer.
After the party we stopped by Office Depot to buy a couple of cameras for the girls - late birthday gifts. It was right at closing and the poor clerk made 3 mistakes....after that we headed to Chick Fil A - and got some dinner.
The kids just put on "The Long, Long Trailer" from Netflix. Mike suggested it after we watched *RV*. We liked RV but found it crude in spots....I commented that you couldn't do a comedy about an RV and not talk about the sewer....Mike suggested we watch this one. Stacia is down...I'm going to go watch the movie and hopefully sleep well tonight.
It's really cute - the picture doesn't do it justice.
For all those who've ever said, "Wow - that's an unusual name? What does it mean"....here you go the definitive answer from cyber space. LOL Click the link to see the test...
| DE\'ETTA | ||
|---|---|---|
| D | is for | Distinguished |
| E | is for | Extreme |
| \ | is for | |
| ' | is for | |
| E | is for | Explosive |
| T | is for | Tough |
| T | is for | Tricky |
| A | is for | Active |
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