David and I recently were able to take a trip by ourselves and stay in a very nice hotel. One of the things that I enjoy when it's just the two of us is getting to watch television. Let me back …
So proud
Austin made me so proud of him on Wednesday. The best part was when two other moms came out and intentionally found me to tell me what a wonderful son I have. Hannah has volleyball practice on …
Scrabble Scramble
While I'm trying to instil some virtues in my crew, they are working on their sense of humor. I've been cleaning out cabinets the last couple of weeks in hopes of getting rid of stuff. We have too …
No Gifts Please
July 2 was Mattie Claire's second birthday. We celebrated her big day with a few friends and a birthday lunch. Because Mattie Claire is the youngest of five children, she has lots of toys …
Grocery Shopping with Kids
Grocery shopping with five kids is, well, not fun. Until now! I've discovered how to do it. Just follow these 5 simple steps and grocery shopping with five children won't be a chore anymore. In …
Babies Are Smart
Today for lunch Mattie Claire had a ham and cheese samich (that's sandwich for you people who don't have kids). She wanted her "samich" and was excited to get in her highchair to eat. It took about …
Miss you
Last week was Mrs. Uilkie's birthday - March 23, but we didn't have a party, we didn't need to buy a gift or flowers. She went to be with her Lord last October. If you are a listener to …
Simple Pleasures
The kids and I were recently away from the house for a several days. Away from school work that really should have been done, away from laundry/cooking/cleaning, away from the phone calls, the …
Leave Them Alone
Last Monday night was my night off for a couple of hours from the kids and after dinner clean-up. I play Keeno with a group of women once a month. We get together and eat, discuss what is going on …
Constant Reminders
Did you brush your teeth? Did someone feed the pets? Is your bed made? Have you straightened up your room? Have you had breakfast? Have you done your morning …