Saturday, April 30, 2011

quote of the day

Tonight at dinner Abe asked "Is it hard sleeping with a man who snores?" We all laughed hysterically.

I'd blog about this right now, but I'm too tired. Couldn't sleep through the noise 2 nights ago and I'm still paying the price. The ironic thing is..........

Abe had a nightmare Thursday night and came in to sleep with us. A hour later I had to drag-carry my 69 lb. 7 year old into his bed because he was snoring up a storm!

To answer Abe's question, I've never had much trouble sharing a bed with a man who snores on occasion. Yet apparently I can't even take 10 minutes if the snorer is a first grader!

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

oh what a beautiful morning!

It is absolutely gorgeous out there! I just came back from a 2 hour walk with our dog. I took in so much beauty...the light, the leaves, the perfect fall air. It was heavenly.

I laughed at myself as I passed a couple of runners and some dog walkers because I found myself thinking about 101 Dalmations. Remember the beginning when Pongo is dog and people watching from the window, looking for the perfect mates for Roger and himself? He sees a long haired, slouchy, artistic girl and her coordinating pooch. Then, a poofy, sophisticated lady and matching poodle. It goes on and on until he discovers Anita and Perdita.
As I said hi and exchanged dog comments with others I wondered, "Am I like Lily? I am big and blonde like her. I am friendly and my hair can be a bit fluffy! Does Jeff love Lily so because she reminds him of me? Do we select our pets partly on attributes we see in ourselves?" Yes I know, I am very deep. 'Can't help it. It's just who I am.

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Feeling a bit easier

Okay, so they didn't completely grow up last night. I'm feeling a bit more relaxed about this "aging situation" we have at my house. :)

Today my wise friend Kim sent me a note that reminded me
"The secret to life is enjoying the passage of time"!
My thanks to Kim and to Mr. James Taylor.

This particular day was filled with CHORES! Swim team time trials combined with lightning! Costco. Laundry. Dance practice. Playing with the dog in the backyard.
Also, fighting while out back.
Reading 11 Birthdays with the 4 youngest. Bball for Todd. Todd packing to go to bball camp at Utah State.
Practicing of the violin and piano. A visit from Grandma and Grandpa. Cinnamon toast broiled in the oven for dessert.

I'll try to remember to enjoy and cherish and not panic!

"It's just a lovely ride!"

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Happy, tortured soul

My emotions are conflicted. I am joyful, thrilled and devastated.
Annie has been promoted from elementary school. Abe is finishing Kindergarten within the hour. I walked alone home from Dilworth for the last time in the middle of the day. No more Kindergarten drop off?! Actually, I wasn't completely alone. Lily and I had visited the 2nd grade one last time before summer. So I had "Darth Vader" the panting dog at my side.

I am so happy to watch my children progress. I know it's right. It's exactly what I want for them in life. I firmly believe that God's plan for all children is to grow, and to continue until they capably grow away from us as parents.

It's also painful. I wish the entire process would just slow down a bit so I could savor more.

I like drawing on lunch napkins. I love finding a sleeping child on the floor in my room. Bedtimes songs and "tuck ins" are favorites of mine. Holding hands, hugs, entertaining outlandish ideas and lemonade stands make me giddy. My marriage with Jeff and being a mother to my 5 relatively young children have given me more happiness and satisfaction than anything else in life.

Change has once again reared it's ugly head. I'm trying to change my attitude about this. But that's how I feel.

Something that keeps me going right now is the fact that we've had a wonderful year as a family.
It's fun to be big enough for physical adventures like hikes, skiing, swimming. We are all independent and strong enough! This year was just as happy as the last one and the one before that. I just have to trust that goodness will continue.

Even as I add one more teenager to the mix!

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

the start of something new

Yes, I realize my title is straight from High School Musical. I don't know which movie, but it is part of the soundtrack of my life right now and I love that!

My birthday is close. As a gift to myself I'm composing the first blog entry of my existence! I cannot count the times I've vowed, "I'll write that down!" or lamented "If only I could remember!" Hopefully the ease and fun of this format will motivate me to write and record like never before! We'll see. I've never been great at consistency or discipline. But I try.

Yesterday Abe (5) took Todd (14) to preschool for "brag bag" (aka show and tell). It was such a heartwarming moment for me and both boys loved it! Abe could hardly lift up his head and made no eye contact with his audience as he shared that Todd plays basketball and can do a front flip on the trampoline. He was shy but proud! One boy quipped " I don't have a big brother like that, but I have a big dad!" Todd is a huge 14! Our man child. Abe chose not to mention the discovery he and Todd made earlier in the morning. This being that they currently wear the same shoe size...toddler and adult size 13. All in all, it was a fine day for the brothers and their mom.

note to self: This is a wondrous season of your life, HSM and all. Treasure your sons during this stage!