Sep 15, 2011 Posted by sweetie

My Back Up Brain

Actually, I have two back up brains. Yes. I do. They are wonderful to have and I highly recommend that you should look into having a few. I call mine Bekah and Mary. They are fabulous brains and at this time they are not for hire. I’m not trying to be selfish or greedy. I’m not ignoring your need. However, for all the little brains in training and for my sanity, I need to keep them around.... read more

Sep 1, 2011 Posted by sweetie

The room was suddenly too quiet….

We were in the midst of math, phonics and science experiments. I realized that my little people were quiet. And they weren’t sleeping. This is not always a good thing. I found them. Together, of coursed. Thankfully they did not have Sharpies, scissors, water or other means of mass destruction. They only had a book. Precious, aren’t they? I love watching them grow and play... read more

Aug 31, 2011 Posted by sweetie

Sympathy Kicks?

Last night, Sam and I were sitting on the couch together. All of a sudden, Baby on the Way decided that he/she was ready to move. After a few minutes of being kicked, I started to rub my belly to calm Baby down. I look over and see Mr. Cuteness rubbing his belly, too. When he realized I was watching him, he started laughing. Maybe he was feeling a sympathy kick? Can’t wait to see Mr. Cuteness in... read more

Aug 4, 2011 Posted by sweetie

Achievements

No, my child is not junior chess champion and no national spelling bee has been won. However, this past week we all enjoyed a treasured achievement over lunch. Yes. A complete mini-twist pretzel alphabet. While this isn’t going on the high school transcript of any of my children, it did make for a fun, laughter-filled lunch. And that is a beautiful... read more

Jul 7, 2011 Posted by sweetie

And you think your job is hard…

I’m sure your job may have its stressful moments. There are times where you long to take a vacation day. However, Mr. Cuteness bears the burden of protecting 5 fair maidens. There are days when this mighty warrior encounters battle after battle. He never wavers in his determination.  He never doubts that he will be victorious. But he wasn’t prepared for the surprise attack……. He... read more