February 26, 2009
A Parents' Daily Prayer
I love Scripture and the Lord loves to hear us using it in our prayers to Him. Here is a prayer I wrote for a parenting class we taught a while back...
February 24, 2009
Obsessed
We are absolutely obsessed with our eagles. They live about 2 miles from our house. Every time we pass where they live we search for them.
This morning Momma - affectionately named Lilly - was perched in a tree near the nest while Papa aka Bud was at his usual hangout. You can see the nest in the background.
This afternoon on our way home from the zoo, I took this picture with Larry, her toddler.
When I drove around the corner to get a different shot we made an exciting discovery. Lilly actually has 2 toddlers. You may have to click on the photo to get a better look.
This afternoon on our way home from the zoo, I took this picture with Larry, her toddler.When I drove around the corner to get a different shot we made an exciting discovery. Lilly actually has 2 toddlers. You may have to click on the photo to get a better look.Here is a picture of both parents the other day on their usual perch. 
February 23, 2009
Hmmm...
You know the woman that just had octuplets?
It just occurred to me that all the people interviewing her and a great majority of the people that are having such a hissy fit over the matter are the same people who shout, "Women should have the right to do what they want with their bodies."
When they want to kill a baby it's okay - there is no thought for the child. But for some strange reason now they are outraged that she would put her children through such circumstances.
I just find it ridiculously interesting!
It just occurred to me that all the people interviewing her and a great majority of the people that are having such a hissy fit over the matter are the same people who shout, "Women should have the right to do what they want with their bodies."
When they want to kill a baby it's okay - there is no thought for the child. But for some strange reason now they are outraged that she would put her children through such circumstances.
I just find it ridiculously interesting!
February 17, 2009
Not THAT Old
Gray asked me this morning,
"Mommy, who was President when you were little...George Washington?"
February 13, 2009
Happy Birthday, Grayson!!
Grayson is 8 years old today! 
I originally started this blog so I could brag about my children but since it's not nice to brag, I haven't really done it. Well, I'm doing it today!
This kid is awesome!!! Let me tell you just a few of the things I love about him....
He's easy-going. When he was a baby someone was holding him and asked me how he likes to be held. I said I didn't know because he never fussed no matter how you held him or didn't hold him. He's the same today. He just rolls with the punches.
He's hilarious. He likes to make people laugh. He says and does things that crack me up like no one else! He could do awesome drama if he wasn't so timid in front of people he doesn't know. At home, though, he let's loose!
He's athletic. Even early on, he would surprise us with his hand-eye coordination. He and Jay are playing a team sport for the first time - flag football - and this kid is all over the place. He's fast, he's aware. He covers defense and offense!
He's tough. He takes a lickin' and keeps on tickin'. When we had an above-ground pool over the summer, he'd go running full force and jump in. When the boys play ball, he gets hurt but you hardly ever hear him complain.
He's patient! A few months ago we went camping with a bunch of people from church. The kids were playing basketball and, of course, running into each other, knocking each other down, etc. Our friend pointed out that no matter what anyone did to him, he just got up and kept going. Never got mad. Never yelled at anyone or pushed back.
And he's the same way at home. It's a very rare occasion that he gets angry and lashes out at someone.
He's obedient. He's the first to say, "Yes, Ma'am" or "Yes, Sir" when we've asked the kids to do something.
He doesn't complain. I had no idea he didn't like green beans because he never complained about them. (Of course, we teach them all not to complain about their food, but you still usually know when they don't care for something.)
He's creative. I love it when he has a little writing assignment with school because his stories are so animated and fun.
He's loving and unselfish. He's great about sharing anything. He takes care of his siblings. He's a gentlemen and considerate. He's a terrific big brother!
I originally started this blog so I could brag about my children but since it's not nice to brag, I haven't really done it. Well, I'm doing it today!This kid is awesome!!! Let me tell you just a few of the things I love about him....
He's easy-going. When he was a baby someone was holding him and asked me how he likes to be held. I said I didn't know because he never fussed no matter how you held him or didn't hold him. He's the same today. He just rolls with the punches.
He's hilarious. He likes to make people laugh. He says and does things that crack me up like no one else! He could do awesome drama if he wasn't so timid in front of people he doesn't know. At home, though, he let's loose!
He's athletic. Even early on, he would surprise us with his hand-eye coordination. He and Jay are playing a team sport for the first time - flag football - and this kid is all over the place. He's fast, he's aware. He covers defense and offense!
He's tough. He takes a lickin' and keeps on tickin'. When we had an above-ground pool over the summer, he'd go running full force and jump in. When the boys play ball, he gets hurt but you hardly ever hear him complain.
He's patient! A few months ago we went camping with a bunch of people from church. The kids were playing basketball and, of course, running into each other, knocking each other down, etc. Our friend pointed out that no matter what anyone did to him, he just got up and kept going. Never got mad. Never yelled at anyone or pushed back.
And he's the same way at home. It's a very rare occasion that he gets angry and lashes out at someone.
He's obedient. He's the first to say, "Yes, Ma'am" or "Yes, Sir" when we've asked the kids to do something.
He doesn't complain. I had no idea he didn't like green beans because he never complained about them. (Of course, we teach them all not to complain about their food, but you still usually know when they don't care for something.)
He's creative. I love it when he has a little writing assignment with school because his stories are so animated and fun.
He's loving and unselfish. He's great about sharing anything. He takes care of his siblings. He's a gentlemen and considerate. He's a terrific big brother!Gray, We love you more than you could ever know. We are so thankful to God for blessing us with you! Thank you for being a great example as the 'Biggest Brother'! Thank you for honoring us and bringing joy to our family every day of your life! Happy Birthday!
Catching the Moon
I tried to capture on camera the full moon we've had this week. One was a night shot, 
the other was early morning.
Just couldn't capture how beautiful it really was.
the other was early morning. Just couldn't capture how beautiful it really was.February 12, 2009
Sign? or Cruel Joke?
Feels like a joke but I'm not laughing. A couple weeks ago I got this in the mail...
This week (Monday) I got this... 
And Tuesday I got these two different mailings...
You can see they're addressed to me.
This week (Monday) I got this... And Tuesday I got these two different mailings...You can see they're addressed to me.
February 11, 2009
Valentine's to The Grammies and Grampies
Last Thursday Mom came over to help us make Valentine's and Tissue Paper Flowers to take to the nursing home that we visited in December. 
We didn't get enough done that day so she came over again Monday to help us finish up. 
We made about 50 of each.
Yesterday we got to deliver them. 
While we were making the Valentine's, the kids started getting confused between the people at the nursing home and the homeless people.
So to clarify I started saying we were going to visit the Grammies and Grampies.
February 10, 2009
Awanas
Emma, Jackson, Charlie and Iris go to the Awanas program on Sunday nights at my parents' church. The church is through the woods right behind our house.
Almost every week there is a theme.
Last week it was Team Spirit night. We don't have any team jerseys (yet) so Emma and Jackson wore the boys' flag football jerseys and we bought these tattoos from the craft store and covered them in them. This will explain all the tattoos in the pictures for the next 2 weeks.
Another night was robot night.
There are extra kids because our friends a few houses down go too.
Grayson stays home and gets time with Mommy and Daddy because he doesn't like talking much to people he doesn't really know. Fine with me. As good a program as it is, I'd much rather have them all home with me on Sunday night. But Mom and Dad like having them there so we give the kids the option of going or not.
Almost every week there is a theme.
Last week it was Team Spirit night. We don't have any team jerseys (yet) so Emma and Jackson wore the boys' flag football jerseys and we bought these tattoos from the craft store and covered them in them. This will explain all the tattoos in the pictures for the next 2 weeks.
Another night was robot night.
There are extra kids because our friends a few houses down go too.
Grayson stays home and gets time with Mommy and Daddy because he doesn't like talking much to people he doesn't really know. Fine with me. As good a program as it is, I'd much rather have them all home with me on Sunday night. But Mom and Dad like having them there so we give the kids the option of going or not.
February 9, 2009
Our Garden
After the boys' flag football game Saturday morning, Roddy's parent's (Meme and Papa) and my Dad (Mom was watching my nephew) came over to help me build raised beds for a vegetable garden. 
We used the spot where the grass was dead from the swimming pool this summer. 
Iris helped Papaw build the frames.
Everyone pitched in. 
Roddy and Papa put up a fence to keep the bunnies out. Roddy had kept the poles from the old trampoline and used them as the posts.
We didn't plant anything yet, but I have the seeds and several plants to go in later this week.
The finished product was more than I even expected! I'm so excited. Thanks Meme, Papa, Dad and Roddy, Emma, Iris, Gray, Jackson and Charlie for all your help!
We used the spot where the grass was dead from the swimming pool this summer. Iris helped Papaw build the frames.Everyone pitched in. Roddy and Papa put up a fence to keep the bunnies out. Roddy had kept the poles from the old trampoline and used them as the posts.We didn't plant anything yet, but I have the seeds and several plants to go in later this week.The finished product was more than I even expected! I'm so excited. Thanks Meme, Papa, Dad and Roddy, Emma, Iris, Gray, Jackson and Charlie for all your help!
February 8, 2009
Sibling Rivalry Part IV
Here is the final Part of my Sibling Rivalry posts. Hope you enjoyed then and they've encouraged you. Let me know if you have any questions!
February 7, 2009
February 3, 2009
Redeeming the Time
Joy is working on a series this week called Redeeming The Time With Our Kids. Check it out.
February 2, 2009
Did You Know?
Did you know you can't get sick from being cold? You can't even get sick from being cold and wet.
Germs make you sick.
Old wives' tale dispelled. Pass it on.
Oh, and knocking on wood does not continue 'good luck' or keep bad things from happening. It's wood!
Also, do you know the proper way to use who or whom? I didn't. But out of curiosity I found this website that helped.
So, now you know.
Germs make you sick.
Old wives' tale dispelled. Pass it on.
Oh, and knocking on wood does not continue 'good luck' or keep bad things from happening. It's wood!
Also, do you know the proper way to use who or whom? I didn't. But out of curiosity I found this website that helped.
So, now you know.
January 30, 2009
When The Little Kids Are Away...
...The Big Kids (and Mommy) Will Play!
Charlie and Iris spent last Thursday night with Mom and Dad so the big kids and I had a little fun of our own. First, we had a little tea party with our lunch...complete with cream (milk) and sugar.
You should have heard us...
"Would you like some tea, Miss Wagner?"
"Yes, Mrs. Wagner. Thank you."
"You're welcome, Miss Wagner"
"Mr. Wagner, would you care for sugar with your tea?"
"Yes, thank you, Mrs. Wagner."
"You're welcome, Mr. Wagner"
I served them. They served me. They served each other.
Then, after my naptime, hee hee, we went to Michael's. They each bought their own stickers.
After that we had to rush home to grab a bite to eat before heading downtown to the 'Church at Lake Eola.' If you remember this post, we finally made it down there. It was a little disorganized but we can fix that. Just kidding - sort of.
That was really the best part of the day. Looking forward to going again!
Friday, I cut Gray and Jay's hair while we all watched The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe. (If they read the book, they're allowed to watch it.)
And that night, Mom treated us to chicken casserole and fruit salad!
Charlie and Iris spent last Thursday night with Mom and Dad so the big kids and I had a little fun of our own. First, we had a little tea party with our lunch...complete with cream (milk) and sugar.
You should have heard us...
"Would you like some tea, Miss Wagner?"
"Yes, Mrs. Wagner. Thank you."
"You're welcome, Miss Wagner"
"Mr. Wagner, would you care for sugar with your tea?"
"Yes, thank you, Mrs. Wagner."
"You're welcome, Mr. Wagner"
I served them. They served me. They served each other.
Then, after my naptime, hee hee, we went to Michael's. They each bought their own stickers.
After that we had to rush home to grab a bite to eat before heading downtown to the 'Church at Lake Eola.' If you remember this post, we finally made it down there. It was a little disorganized but we can fix that. Just kidding - sort of.
That was really the best part of the day. Looking forward to going again!
Friday, I cut Gray and Jay's hair while we all watched The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe. (If they read the book, they're allowed to watch it.)
And that night, Mom treated us to chicken casserole and fruit salad!
January 29, 2009
Introducing....
I'm so excited to be able to use everyone's real names now that I know for sure who is reading my blog. So for those who know me only through this website, I would like to introduce my family:
Our oldest daughter, 9 years old, formerly known as Sweet Pea, is Emma.
Our oldest son, soon to be 8 years old, formerly known as Little R, is Grayson.
Our 6 year old, formerly known as Handsome, is Jackson or Jay.
Our 5 year old, formerly known as The World Changer, is Charlie.
And last but not least, is our 3 year old (for 2 more months), formerly known as Sunshine, Iris.
Our oldest daughter, 9 years old, formerly known as Sweet Pea, is Emma.
Our oldest son, soon to be 8 years old, formerly known as Little R, is Grayson.
Our 6 year old, formerly known as Handsome, is Jackson or Jay.
Our 5 year old, formerly known as The World Changer, is Charlie.
And last but not least, is our 3 year old (for 2 more months), formerly known as Sunshine, Iris.
January 28, 2009
Tea Party
Emma, Mercedez and Iris had a tea party on the back porch a couple weeks ago.
The dolls were invited...
Heart-shaped pb&j...
The dolls were invited...Heart-shaped pb&j...
Sweet tea...(is there any other kind?)
And, of course, you must keep your pinkie up when sipping...
And, of course, you must keep your pinkie up when sipping...
January 27, 2009
Papaw's Pancakes
My dad, aka Papaw, loves to make chocolate chip pancakes for the kids when they spend the night.
Well, last Sunday night he spent the night (no work on MLK Jr Day) with us and gave us all a lesson in making these special, highly requested, from scratch, chocolate chip pancakes.
My dad doesn't do anything in a hurry. I think it took 30 minutes just to mix up the batter. But everyone got a chance to help and it was worth the wait.
Of course, chocolate chip pancakes just wouldn't be the same without powdered sugar.
Well, last Sunday night he spent the night (no work on MLK Jr Day) with us and gave us all a lesson in making these special, highly requested, from scratch, chocolate chip pancakes.
My dad doesn't do anything in a hurry. I think it took 30 minutes just to mix up the batter. But everyone got a chance to help and it was worth the wait.
Of course, chocolate chip pancakes just wouldn't be the same without powdered sugar.
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