Harry the turtle

This morning I popped my eyes open and on a whim made the decision that we needed to go to the beach. So, we packed and we left. It was a nice day. We got there about 9:15. It was cool and windy and I was beginning this think that maybe it wasnt such a good idea to go to the beach and just freeze. But it got a little warmer and then a little warmer. The sky was clear and the waves were crazy. The sound of the crashing waves was so wonderful. One of my favorite sounds - listening to the oceanwaves come rushing hurriedly towards the beach and crashing onto the shore. It's a most beautiful sound, right next to the sound of laughter coming from my children. Midgee and Rustle made a turtle out of the sand and Ian thought it best that the turtle be covered in seaweed - he looked like a hairy turtle (aka Harry the turtle). The morning went pretty well. There wasnt hardly anyone on the beach when we got there. It was GREAT! By the time we left it still wasnt too bad... families with little guys/gals. I enjoyed the day a lot.

My Midgee made the "demand" that we go to mitcher goff (aka miniature golf). We were going anyway. We stopped off at Sonic and grabbed some grub and headed off to "mitcher goff". Jerbie got ahold of my grape slush and decided he really liked it. I started out well and then, well, I started sucking! So I just gave up about the 14th hole. I really didnt want to play anyway. Anywho, we wrapped up the game and headed home. Got home and started cleaning up. The boys discovered that the yard sprinkler was hooked up in the backyard and that it was playtime again. So they played while we got the "stuff" put up. Showers/baths done. Relaxing now and watching Ghostbusters =) Always a favorite for movie night.

Last night we took the boys out to dinner at Outback, cause my Midgee needs his cheese fries. Then we took them to see Rio. Very cute movie. I rate it 5 stars for family friendliness. I really enjoyed it, way more than I thought I would. Looking forward to buying it comes out.

I am super excited to report that I have made the decision to start school on July 13th. On my way!! It has moved my graduation date up and I am super happy about that too. I have a goal with a date attached to it. I haven't been to school in so long, it'll be like a kid beginning kindergarten. Nervous but very excited.

Thank you Lord, for the day and the family you have blessed me with.

A lone tree

Well, yesterday was a pretty good day... for ME. I can't say that it was for the other members of my family. Hubby was a crabby patty yesterday. He wakes up this morning telling me that his teeth hurt, I said "it would have been easier to tell me that yesterday".... Then I wouldn't have to wonder what he was so grouchy about. I have a quilt bee meeting with my quilting friends today. Excited about that. I love their company and the fellowship with them. I am making some fresh bread for them this morning. Yea! Therapy!


You know I was really touched the other day, I got an email from a friend of mine, Fletcher, who is going through a tough time. I had painted this piece:


In an email he told me that is spoke so loudly to him, that he felt like that lone tree standing there. I thought it was the neatest compliment that I created a piece of art that spoke to someone. To quote him - "Man that pic spoke volumes to me! Its like I felt like a lone tree and there it was!!" - I thought it was so sweet. He even made it his profile picture on Facebook!


Lord, I give this day to you and all the days coming, I pray for your hand and blessing on each of these days. I pray you would go before me and guide each step I take.

Boom Boom Pow!

This morning began with a big BOOM! I don't and probably never will understand why my children decide to push every button I have before 7am! I am just beside myself, again, with these 2 turkeys. I would love a nice quiet morning, without chaos. A peaceful morning with a hot cup of coffee. I know they are kids and they are going to outgrow this crap at some point.

A life altering bomb was dropped a couple of weeks ago on someone close to me. I found out about it today, it's a devastating blow and confirms the suspicions I've had all along. I am so sad for him and the changes that are taking place in his life. I love you bubba and I'm here for you.

I had an appointment with a school in Houston, to become a Massage Therapist. I met with a nice young man who gave me a tour and explained everything to me. I got all the information I needed and I headed out. It looks like a promising place. I'm excited about it. And I will graduate in 7-1/2 months! I can begin doing whatever I need to do. I am so ready to take this next step in my life. One more goal that's within my reach. I love school. Praying this is the right move for me to make.

Got the boys from school and come to find out that my youngest son had a rough day at school and got yet another demerit. I don't know what's going on with him. He is going through this independence thing. He's got to learn to understand that there are rules in life and that you can't just say whatever you want to, to whomever you want. He's so disrespectful.

Came home to a financial blessing in the mailbox, thank you Lord for your provision and taking care of us. You are faithful even when I am not. Aside from all the craziness and challenges of this day, I thank you for the day Lord, and thank you for taking care of us.

Love, your babygirl

May 1, 2011

It's been a pretty productive weekend. Pretty much stayed home all weekend. It was nice, but busy. Got my big boys bedroom patched, textured, primed and painted. Got it all put back together and it looks good. Moved my little guy in the room with him, they like being together .... for now. I began moving all my art goodies into my little guys room, so now it's mine.... for now. I look forward to being able to do some quilting without actually having to clean up all my stuff (I normally sew at the kitchen table). I was beginning to think that I was going to go crazy with stuff being strewn all throughout this house....I can't stand clutter/mess. It overwhelms me. So today, I played hookie from church, stayed home and cleaned up my house! Much better! Then in the middle of laundry, my dryer decides to crap out on me, it tumbles, but it doesn't heat anymore (again!). Oh well, it figures. It's always something. Guess I'll either be dryer shopping or looking for another thermostat. Seriously need to just get it fixed since it's cheaper. I don't need a new bill.

Tomorrow I have an appointment to meet with a school in Houston, so I can start my way to becoming a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT). I'm excited to take this step and do something with my life. I've never gone to college, so I am a little nervous. I had a job for 14 years and I thought that I'd retire from there, so there was no need for me to attend college. I ended up resigning so that I could be a mom at home with my boys. Now it's time for me to do something else. I've been home for 4 years, doesn't seem that long, but it has been. I'm ready for a change.

According to the news on EVERY channel tonight: Osama Bin Laden is dead. So sad that he has done what he has to the USA and all the lives that have been lost because of him. Even sadder that he didn't know Jesus Christ. As a Christian, we shouldnt be happy that anyone is burning in hell. I am not responsible for the loss of lives, like he was, but in God's eyes - sin is sin is sin, no matter the size. WE are the ones who measure sin. It's bittersweet and looks like justice has been served. I pray for the families who have lost loved ones at the hands of this man.