My last post was November 15, 2010.
Ok, the "I'm busy" excuse will SO not work this time.
I am busy, but not that busy:)
Since it has been a while, I should update you on the girls, but I'll save that for future posts.
For today, I'll keep it short and share a funny Aylee story (who is now 5! or as she would tell you 5 and 1/2)
My recent conversation with her:
A: "Mom, I know how to speak Spanish!!!!"
Me: "Really? Show me."
A: "Same old, same old, what's up with you?"
At this point I tried to explain to her that all those words were English, but she was fully convinced that the saying that she has heard her older sister Sadey say a million times (rattled off at high rate of speed) sounded like Spanish to her and she was very proud of her self for learning this bilingual phrase.
Aylee keeps us laughing! I should probably be writing all the funny things that they say down somewhere...oh wait, that's what this blog is for.
So, what has been up with the squirly girls since 2010?
Same old, same old, what's up with you.
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Monday, November 15, 2010
One Busy Momma
Well, since my last post, over 2 1/2 months ago, I have been one busy momma. In fact, I haven't even had time to read my favorite blogs till now, let alone post something of my own. But, since I am taking a sick day, because I'm sick again, I thought I would update the world on my squirly girls.
This fall has been so full. Full of fun with friends, schooling, and field trips. We have four in school this year and that keeps me hopping.
Bryce is in the 7th grade now. She has grown into such a beautiful young woman. She has a heart to teach. She often helps me here at home, but she has a new opportunity doing a Bible story and craft project every Wednesday with the children she babysits. She spends the whole week preparing the lesson, pictures and craft pieces so that they will be filled with truth. I love to see her passion for their little hearts.
Sadey is in the 6th grade this year. She is still our comedian. There is never a dull moment with her around. She has a love for animals that I cannot comprehend. She has been spending time trying to train our new little puppy so that I won't change my mind on keeping her (the puppy that is. What was I thinking saying yes to another dog?) Sadey has also been doing some volunteer work at a horse ranch near us. The ranch uses horses to work with mentally challenged children. Her time there, while brief, has been wonderful. I could totally see her running a place like it some day, where she could work with children and animals.
Macy, our 4th grader, is growing up to fast, at least for me. What a difference there has been from third to fourth grade. Because Bryce and Sadey have started babysitting occasionally for other families, Macy has been able to step in and be the oldest in the home. I love to see how my kiddos react when they are given an opportunity to be more mature. Even this week, she had deemed herself my nurse and has been busy taking care of me and keeping Piper busy and off my lap. Her heart to help others is always teaching me how to be more thoughtful.
This year is Caymber's first year of school. We did pre-k with her last year, but she had little interest in any of it. This year she loves it. She is reading and writing well. I love that God and Scott provide so that I can be there for these moments when they are learning new things. She has even begun to come out her shell a bit. Her shy nature is still there, but she is beginning to want to have playtime with friends. That is a huge step for her.
Aylee and Piper are still our little munchkins. I know, they are 3 and 4 now, and not so little anymore, but I'm choosing not to focus on that (Ha!). They are like two little rolly pollies. They play together and laugh together. They are each others favorite toy and best friend. I love watching them together. I am not completely blinded to them growing up. They have begun to have their own little chores around the house. Let me say there is nothing cuter than a little one mopping.
These are my six squirls that keep me hopping. Life is so full and busy right now, but I'm soaking it up. Can't wait to see what 2011 will bring. *hopefully more time to blog again :)
This fall has been so full. Full of fun with friends, schooling, and field trips. We have four in school this year and that keeps me hopping.
Bryce is in the 7th grade now. She has grown into such a beautiful young woman. She has a heart to teach. She often helps me here at home, but she has a new opportunity doing a Bible story and craft project every Wednesday with the children she babysits. She spends the whole week preparing the lesson, pictures and craft pieces so that they will be filled with truth. I love to see her passion for their little hearts.
Sadey is in the 6th grade this year. She is still our comedian. There is never a dull moment with her around. She has a love for animals that I cannot comprehend. She has been spending time trying to train our new little puppy so that I won't change my mind on keeping her (the puppy that is. What was I thinking saying yes to another dog?) Sadey has also been doing some volunteer work at a horse ranch near us. The ranch uses horses to work with mentally challenged children. Her time there, while brief, has been wonderful. I could totally see her running a place like it some day, where she could work with children and animals.
Macy, our 4th grader, is growing up to fast, at least for me. What a difference there has been from third to fourth grade. Because Bryce and Sadey have started babysitting occasionally for other families, Macy has been able to step in and be the oldest in the home. I love to see how my kiddos react when they are given an opportunity to be more mature. Even this week, she had deemed herself my nurse and has been busy taking care of me and keeping Piper busy and off my lap. Her heart to help others is always teaching me how to be more thoughtful.
This year is Caymber's first year of school. We did pre-k with her last year, but she had little interest in any of it. This year she loves it. She is reading and writing well. I love that God and Scott provide so that I can be there for these moments when they are learning new things. She has even begun to come out her shell a bit. Her shy nature is still there, but she is beginning to want to have playtime with friends. That is a huge step for her.
Aylee and Piper are still our little munchkins. I know, they are 3 and 4 now, and not so little anymore, but I'm choosing not to focus on that (Ha!). They are like two little rolly pollies. They play together and laugh together. They are each others favorite toy and best friend. I love watching them together. I am not completely blinded to them growing up. They have begun to have their own little chores around the house. Let me say there is nothing cuter than a little one mopping.
These are my six squirls that keep me hopping. Life is so full and busy right now, but I'm soaking it up. Can't wait to see what 2011 will bring. *hopefully more time to blog again :)
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Hard to Believe She's Four
Four years ago this morning, we welcomed our fifth baby girl into our family. Her arrival had been much anticipated.
This was the first pregnancy we had used a midwife and were eager to have the home birth experience. But, when this pregnancy went 14 days past the due date, we were beginning to wonder if she would ever arrive.
At 6:30 am on August 31, after only 3 hrs of labor, we finally got to hold our adorable Elizabeth Aylee Jane. The home birth experience was wonderful and such a beautiful moment for Scott and I to have together.
She weighed 10 lbs 14 oz. and was 21 in long. The biggest baby I'd had, but worth all the work.
Aylee was a quiet and content baby. She was so laid back easy going and still is today. Her bubbly personality makes us all smile.
God has big plans for her and I know she'll do it with a huge smile on her face because that is how she does everything.
Happy Birthday to my now big girl Aylee Jane!!
Monday, August 2, 2010
They're Back!!!
They are back in the city.
My brother John and his beautiful wife Alicia have moved back to Oklahoma City.
Let the fun begin!
It will be so nice to have everyone close again.
I'm envisioning many dinners out, slumber parties, maybe some pool time or bonfires.
They are just in time for the upcoming football season. They will get to be here for all the tailgate parties.
I am so thrilled to have them living closer.
Welcome back guys!!
Now let's have some fun!!
Sunday, August 1, 2010
These are a few of my favortie things...
You know the song from the Sound of Music with the line, "...these are a few of my favorite things..."? While my list is not compiled of whiskers on kittens or warm woolen mittens, here are a few of my favorites.
* My new fave is toe picts. How cute is this?
* My beautiful sisters
*Puppies who think they are the princess of the house.
* Toddlers playing
*Nieces and Nephews playing in the pool
Friday, July 30, 2010
Something New
Want to see my new cook top?
Here it is
Before this, we had a glass cook top. While it was beautiful, it was not functional. First of all it sits just under the microwave so things were always dropping out and landing on the glass. Second, I was constantly worried about my little ones reaching up and puting their hands on the glass thinking it was the counter.
Several weeks ago, one of the girls dropped something out of the microwave onto the glass top, and it broke into pieces. So when we went to Lowe's to find a new one, I was thrilled when I found this. My little ones cannot reach the burners on this unit and it is stainless steel.
I'd like to see them try to break this one. No, really, I don't. I think Scott has had enough practice this summer being Mr. Fix It. Hopefully, he will get a break and everything will stay intact in this house full of six little people saying "oops".
Here it is
Before this, we had a glass cook top. While it was beautiful, it was not functional. First of all it sits just under the microwave so things were always dropping out and landing on the glass. Second, I was constantly worried about my little ones reaching up and puting their hands on the glass thinking it was the counter.
Several weeks ago, one of the girls dropped something out of the microwave onto the glass top, and it broke into pieces. So when we went to Lowe's to find a new one, I was thrilled when I found this. My little ones cannot reach the burners on this unit and it is stainless steel.
I'd like to see them try to break this one. No, really, I don't. I think Scott has had enough practice this summer being Mr. Fix It. Hopefully, he will get a break and everything will stay intact in this house full of six little people saying "oops".
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Creative Entertainment
While I was cooking dinner, I rolled out the butcher paper, opened up our box of markers and let Piper and Aylee get creative.
I got a little creative and snapped a couple of shots in black and white. I love black and white pics. I think it totally changes the feeling of the picture.
I got the butcher paper from Sams and it is does not cost much.
I love to use this to entertain them while I'm homeschooling.
They think this is their "school".
These two have so much fun together.
I got a little creative and snapped a couple of shots in black and white. I love black and white pics. I think it totally changes the feeling of the picture.
I got the butcher paper from Sams and it is does not cost much.
I love to use this to entertain them while I'm homeschooling.
They think this is their "school".
These two have so much fun together.
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