Monday, November 23, 2009
Well, I think it was a compliment. Sorta?
My mother never one to mince words or tell you what she things you look like, told me yesterday when I took a dinner plate to her - "Good Lord Becky you've lost weight, your butt (sorry but I refuse to edit her words - it is too funny) is not as big as it used to me, and your pants are sagging." (I have lost weight)
I think it was a compliment.
Maybe.
I don't really know.
My mother never one to mince words or tell you what she things you look like, told me yesterday when I took a dinner plate to her - "Good Lord Becky you've lost weight, your butt (sorry but I refuse to edit her words - it is too funny) is not as big as it used to me, and your pants are sagging." (I have lost weight)
I think it was a compliment.
Maybe.
I don't really know.
Monday, November 09, 2009
Sam as the Grim Reaper.
Showing off our pumpkin and scarecrows.
The finished pumpkin. (This was Steve's 2nd ever pumpkin to carve! The first? Was with us last year!)
Tori, Sam and Steve.
Your's truly.....and the kids. I've lost 21 pounds.
Sam loved cleaning out the "guts"
Tori helped under duress...really she did.
Just a cute picture.
Monday, October 12, 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009
Nerf Gun War...
Every day boys between the ages of 6 and 13 in our neighborhood -with Sam being a ring leader . They draw maps - have hiding spots - bunkers -they pack crackers and water for food in back packs just in case they are in a bunker longer than planned and whatever else they can think of -they are ready for a battle. It is so darn cute. (Though I am sure cute is not what they are going for - but I am a mom - what do I know?)
Every day boys between the ages of 6 and 13 in our neighborhood -with Sam being a ring leader . They draw maps - have hiding spots - bunkers -they pack crackers and water for food in back packs just in case they are in a bunker longer than planned and whatever else they can think of -they are ready for a battle. It is so darn cute. (Though I am sure cute is not what they are going for - but I am a mom - what do I know?)
Weekend to Remember...
Nope, we didn't go on a trip or even out to eat. Outside of the usual weekend stuff - we stayed close to home.
I was off Saturday! I was so excited. I swapped out my days off because boss/coworkers are out of town.
Sam had a soccer game. They won! Sam scored a goal and as goalie stopped 4 goals. Whoo Hoo! I was so glad to be there and he was glad Steve and I were there. We then went to moms and did some repairs and such at her house. We made it back to our house - where I cleaned! I scrubbed baseboards - moved appliances, etc. I decorated for Fall/Halloween. Steve washed the car. Sam had a friend spend the night. We finished the night with Pizza.
Tori enjoyed homecoming Friday night and hung out with friends and worked Saturday. She introduced us to to her new boyfriend - he is a senior and has enlisted in the Marines. He will go to boot camp about 6 days after graduation. He doesn't look old enough to hold a razor - much less a gun. I worry about Tori being hurt - but it will be a life lesson for her and him.
Sunday was church - we had a good class. We came home and was lazy for most of the day.
I do appreciate my job - but I miss Saturdays with my family. I could tell they all enjoyed me being there too.
Nope, we didn't go on a trip or even out to eat. Outside of the usual weekend stuff - we stayed close to home.
I was off Saturday! I was so excited. I swapped out my days off because boss/coworkers are out of town.
Sam had a soccer game. They won! Sam scored a goal and as goalie stopped 4 goals. Whoo Hoo! I was so glad to be there and he was glad Steve and I were there. We then went to moms and did some repairs and such at her house. We made it back to our house - where I cleaned! I scrubbed baseboards - moved appliances, etc. I decorated for Fall/Halloween. Steve washed the car. Sam had a friend spend the night. We finished the night with Pizza.
Tori enjoyed homecoming Friday night and hung out with friends and worked Saturday. She introduced us to to her new boyfriend - he is a senior and has enlisted in the Marines. He will go to boot camp about 6 days after graduation. He doesn't look old enough to hold a razor - much less a gun. I worry about Tori being hurt - but it will be a life lesson for her and him.
Sunday was church - we had a good class. We came home and was lazy for most of the day.
I do appreciate my job - but I miss Saturdays with my family. I could tell they all enjoyed me being there too.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Monday, September 14, 2009
It is Monday - my "off" day. I will lay down for a few extra minutes - the last person, Sam, is about to leave for the day. Chores are facing me - laundry, clean carpet - finish dusting, laundry, dishes, give the dog a bath, book keeping work, laundry. You get the picture. My "off "day is a work day thinly disguised as an off day.
My friend Diane, had surgery, thyroid surgery this past week - she had a few complications and is not feeling well at all. But she is home. I took her a scarecrow last night (you know a fall decoration for the yard - I thought it was funny - she laughed). She and her daughter are all that is good in a person - so hurry up and get well my friend!
Well, I am going to enjoy a few minutes of laziness before I begin my "off" day.
My friend Diane, had surgery, thyroid surgery this past week - she had a few complications and is not feeling well at all. But she is home. I took her a scarecrow last night (you know a fall decoration for the yard - I thought it was funny - she laughed). She and her daughter are all that is good in a person - so hurry up and get well my friend!
Well, I am going to enjoy a few minutes of laziness before I begin my "off" day.
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Working on Saturday....
Today is the first soccer game of the season and it is also the first game I have EVER missed. I have made it to every recital, cheer competition, scout meetings, and soccer games - and I have missed today's game.
I can't change things right now - I am ever so grateful for the job I have. But I sure wish I was on the sidelines cheering Sam and team on.
Progress Reports..............
Both are doing pretty good in school. Sam is struggling in math - but his teacher emailed me and said this is common for 5th graders - their math is in "steps" now and they have a hard time adjusting. I hope we can get over the hump. His end of year test scores from last year blew it out of the park! I am very proud.
Tori has a 100 in Chemistry. Wow!
Teaching Sunday School..............
Steve and I are teaching 2nd and 3rd grade Sunday School. We really do enjoy it.
Today is the first soccer game of the season and it is also the first game I have EVER missed. I have made it to every recital, cheer competition, scout meetings, and soccer games - and I have missed today's game.
I can't change things right now - I am ever so grateful for the job I have. But I sure wish I was on the sidelines cheering Sam and team on.
Progress Reports..............
Both are doing pretty good in school. Sam is struggling in math - but his teacher emailed me and said this is common for 5th graders - their math is in "steps" now and they have a hard time adjusting. I hope we can get over the hump. His end of year test scores from last year blew it out of the park! I am very proud.
Tori has a 100 in Chemistry. Wow!
Teaching Sunday School..............
Steve and I are teaching 2nd and 3rd grade Sunday School. We really do enjoy it.
Monday, August 31, 2009
A few quick updates.....
How I spent my 40th birthday. In the hospital! I was having super bad chest pains. Turned out to be super bad acid reflux and very low low potassium. All the other tests came back okay. I was so scared and ever so depressed.
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Kids have adjusted to school. They seem to be doing okay. Progress reports will tell a lot.
Tori has been getting a lot of hours at work and Sam is playing soccer.
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I am having a hard time working on Saturdays - it is very depressing leaving my family here week after week. I don't know how to handle it or if I can hold out much longer doing it-yes I know I have to work - and I am grateful for the job - I have to work into a positive attitude every week. Then I feel guilty for not being positive. What a cycle!
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My friend, Diane, is facing surgery soon. Love ya girl!
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I am having moments of depression. Nothing I haven't faced before. But it is overwhelming at times.
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Steve and I will officially be "together" for two years this next week. We started dating on Sept 8 2007. He will also be 4 years from 50 this week (46). I tease him about it.
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I need to clean house! And I am off to do so right now.
How I spent my 40th birthday. In the hospital! I was having super bad chest pains. Turned out to be super bad acid reflux and very low low potassium. All the other tests came back okay. I was so scared and ever so depressed.
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Kids have adjusted to school. They seem to be doing okay. Progress reports will tell a lot.
Tori has been getting a lot of hours at work and Sam is playing soccer.
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I am having a hard time working on Saturdays - it is very depressing leaving my family here week after week. I don't know how to handle it or if I can hold out much longer doing it-yes I know I have to work - and I am grateful for the job - I have to work into a positive attitude every week. Then I feel guilty for not being positive. What a cycle!
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My friend, Diane, is facing surgery soon. Love ya girl!
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I am having moments of depression. Nothing I haven't faced before. But it is overwhelming at times.
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Steve and I will officially be "together" for two years this next week. We started dating on Sept 8 2007. He will also be 4 years from 50 this week (46). I tease him about it.
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I need to clean house! And I am off to do so right now.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Shh...... You hear that?
Me either! There is not one TV on, not one radio, DS, MP3 player....the house is quiet. I've taken the house back! School is back in session today.
At least I know where Tori is for about 7 hours - she won't be on the road!
Oh, I know we go back to homework, misplaced shoes, lost agenda's, last minute projects, lunches and everyone trying to get ready at the same time every morning - but for today-Monday-my day off- it is nice. Now I am going to clean this nasty house!
Me either! There is not one TV on, not one radio, DS, MP3 player....the house is quiet. I've taken the house back! School is back in session today.
At least I know where Tori is for about 7 hours - she won't be on the road!
Oh, I know we go back to homework, misplaced shoes, lost agenda's, last minute projects, lunches and everyone trying to get ready at the same time every morning - but for today-Monday-my day off- it is nice. Now I am going to clean this nasty house!
Tuesday, August 04, 2009
-40-
I know it is a number and there is so much to do and experience. But in just a few days I will turn 40 and I have to admit I am struggling with it. Actually I am in a slump.
I have asked my family no "Lordy lordy...Becky is 40" stuff. I think that will throw me over the edge.
Steve's birthday is in September - we are buying ourselves joint b'day gifts - something for the house and we are taking a weekend away next week.
40 - the year of the mammogram. 40- all of a sudden more gray hairs are there. 40-an extra laugh line and too many pounds. 40-all of a sudden the term "mam" from the store clerk is depressing.
I will be strong though. Whew.
Back to School......
Yep - it is that time of the year again. We registered today. The first full day is next Monday.
Sam being ever so dramatic was going through the house last night.....saying...
"Goodbye Summer...it was short. Goodbye pillow...I will miss sleeping late." And so on.
I shared his comments with my friend Amy - she and her husband work hard as teachers. They had the summer off together and she said..."Goodbye clean house, goodbye homework free nights, goodbye home cooked meals..."
How funny.
Sam is an official 5th grader and Tori a Junior. I am going to work hard on being more positive and encouraging this year. And hopefully more patient!
Yep - it is that time of the year again. We registered today. The first full day is next Monday.
Sam being ever so dramatic was going through the house last night.....saying...
"Goodbye Summer...it was short. Goodbye pillow...I will miss sleeping late." And so on.
I shared his comments with my friend Amy - she and her husband work hard as teachers. They had the summer off together and she said..."Goodbye clean house, goodbye homework free nights, goodbye home cooked meals..."
How funny.
Sam is an official 5th grader and Tori a Junior. I am going to work hard on being more positive and encouraging this year. And hopefully more patient!
Monday, July 27, 2009
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