Yep, we are done with school and the schedule that keeps our family moving and sane. Without the said schedule we are lost. We can't function. If we don't know what's coming next, we walk around in circles without any focus or direction. Today was one of those days. Summer will not and CAN NOT run this way. So, being the freak that I am, I made a schedule today, and yes, it does include some academics. A little math, some reading, ya know, just to keep the kids from digressing. We're planning on going to the pool everyday, Mike is going to spend some time at his school, I have Tuacahn rehearsals and then the show, so hopefully we will stay busy enough that we don't all drive each other insane.
I found this website a few years ago that is awesome, so if there are any moms out there wanting a way to educate their kids this summer in a fairly easy way, check out this worksheet generator. I also have 30 other activities I'm doing with my kids, so if you are in need of any ideas, I'll be happy to post some. Yeah for summer!
Monday, May 25, 2009
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
A little note on my parenting
At first (when I was a new mom), I had a place for everything. Toys went here. Baby stuff went there. All were put nicely in baskets and were always organized. Toddler hood hit our house like a slap in the face. At that point, everything had a place- it was called the floor. Mom puts it back, child gets it out. Mom puts it back, child gets it out. "Wow Mom, this is a fun game." Mom still trys to keep things clean but loses some sanity in the process. Child #2 arrives. The baskets are now diaper holders and pretend trucks. Now everything is shoved into the closet only when guests arrive. Nothing organized- it's just labeled the toy closet.
Now, child #3 has taken his place in the family. Now that I'm seasoned in the art of "picking up" I've decided it's the most worthless use of time during the daily routine. Nope, it's not even thrown in the closet for company anymore. I was recently given a quote that says "When you have young children, cleaning up the house is like shoveling the walk while it's still snowing" or something along those lines. SO true. What is the point? Do it once when you go to bed so they have something to do when they wake up- destroy it all again. My one saving grace is the extra room downstairs. We call it the "playroom" *sigh*. Did you hear the angels sing when you read that blessed word? Ok, let me type it again- listen really closely this time- "playroom". It's like music isn't it! The definition of this (for those unfamiliar) is "A room set aside for children to destroy at their own will; parents do not need to step foot in the room unless screaming occurs; the room needs only to be cleaned once a week or if the ultra clean neighbor is coming over to play; Deep cleaning should be performed ONLY by the mother once a month so that she can throw away any unwanted toys without the kids knowing." Yes, this is my secret to raising children. When running or noise gets to be too much, you'll often hear me say (or yell) "OUTSIDE OR IN THE PLAYROOM". Glorious words.
Now, child #3 has taken his place in the family. Now that I'm seasoned in the art of "picking up" I've decided it's the most worthless use of time during the daily routine. Nope, it's not even thrown in the closet for company anymore. I was recently given a quote that says "When you have young children, cleaning up the house is like shoveling the walk while it's still snowing" or something along those lines. SO true. What is the point? Do it once when you go to bed so they have something to do when they wake up- destroy it all again. My one saving grace is the extra room downstairs. We call it the "playroom" *sigh*. Did you hear the angels sing when you read that blessed word? Ok, let me type it again- listen really closely this time- "playroom". It's like music isn't it! The definition of this (for those unfamiliar) is "A room set aside for children to destroy at their own will; parents do not need to step foot in the room unless screaming occurs; the room needs only to be cleaned once a week or if the ultra clean neighbor is coming over to play; Deep cleaning should be performed ONLY by the mother once a month so that she can throw away any unwanted toys without the kids knowing." Yes, this is my secret to raising children. When running or noise gets to be too much, you'll often hear me say (or yell) "OUTSIDE OR IN THE PLAYROOM". Glorious words.
If I open my mouth I might say something I will regret
Ever have those days? I've had a few lately. The words "stupid people" roll through my head like an annoying song. I could go off on many a story from the last week full of the happenings that have lead me to truly believe there are many stupid people out there, but I won't bore you. Instead I'll tell you why people SHOULDN'T be stupid.
- Because they are not the only person in the world.
- Because someone, somewhere does care even if they don't.
- Because everyone has feelings.
- Because the phrase "It's always easier to apologize then to ask permission" DOESN'T ALWAYS APPLY!
- Because your child is not more important then the rest of them.
- and because YOU'RE NOT THE ONLY PERSON IN THE WORLD!
Ok. I think it's out of my system. I will go about having a lovely day now. I know for certain people have thought of me as a stupid person too, so I can't be pissed forever, right?
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Brayden's B-day
This is Bryaden's b-day invite. I'm not going to send them out to everyone, so I hope you check my blog. Click on the invite to see it in large form- that way you'll be able to read it. You don't have to bring presents, but if you were wanting to, he is in size 18 months (or 2T if you're wanting to get something a little big) and he's taking his first steps, so pushing toys are good. He LOVES balls. Don't go all out though. He tends to play with all non-toy items more then anything else. 
Tyson
Isn't this cute? No, I don't have copies for any of you- sorry. Now he can go find himself a job!
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Monday, May 11, 2009
Oh, tender!
A few things that this mother has enjoyed in the past week. First, the Mother's Day Tea Party at Anna's school. So cute. We brought blankets to sit on in the school with our child and they did a little program for us. Then the kids served the mom's some snacks. Anna was SO excited to serve me. She loaded up on treats too! She knows her mommy well. Brayden enjoyed the day because he got to ransack the shelves in the Montessori. I love my sweet daughter.
Next was Mom's Day. I got a menu with breakfast items listed and I got to choose a yummy breakfast made by Mike. French Toast, fresh fruit, scrambled eggs, and apple juice. Yum. Anna gave me one of her crowns straight out of her own collection. Quite the sacrifice on my behalf. Tyson made me a designer necklace- one of a kind- and yes, I did wear BOTH of them to church on Sunday. Am I not the best Mom in the world? It was fun. Mike got me some good smelling stuff from Bath and Body and some nice cards from him and the kids. He also got me a cute picture frame.
Today, my little Tyson graduated from Kindergarten. Oh it was so cute and so sad and so happy and did I mention so CUTE! They came walking down the middle isle in the cutest cap and gowns. They sung some songs for us, stood in the front looking CUTE, sung some more songs, got diplomas (real ones BTW) and then played a DVD slide show (made by me and Mike). At the end they got some massive cupcakes and the rest of us got brownie bites (no good- I didn't have breakfast and ate like 4 of them). They got to keep the tassel, got a place mat made by them and the teacher, and Mike and I made copies of the DVD for all the parents in his class. I will post some pictures later. We went to a splash park to celebrate and they are all wasted now. Especially Bray. He's screaming in his crib as we speak. Anyway, love mom hood this week. Yes, I take it week by week (sometimes day-by-day, hour-by-hour, SECOND-by-SECOND) but today is a good one. Stay posted for the CUTE pictures!
Next was Mom's Day. I got a menu with breakfast items listed and I got to choose a yummy breakfast made by Mike. French Toast, fresh fruit, scrambled eggs, and apple juice. Yum. Anna gave me one of her crowns straight out of her own collection. Quite the sacrifice on my behalf. Tyson made me a designer necklace- one of a kind- and yes, I did wear BOTH of them to church on Sunday. Am I not the best Mom in the world? It was fun. Mike got me some good smelling stuff from Bath and Body and some nice cards from him and the kids. He also got me a cute picture frame.
Today, my little Tyson graduated from Kindergarten. Oh it was so cute and so sad and so happy and did I mention so CUTE! They came walking down the middle isle in the cutest cap and gowns. They sung some songs for us, stood in the front looking CUTE, sung some more songs, got diplomas (real ones BTW) and then played a DVD slide show (made by me and Mike). At the end they got some massive cupcakes and the rest of us got brownie bites (no good- I didn't have breakfast and ate like 4 of them). They got to keep the tassel, got a place mat made by them and the teacher, and Mike and I made copies of the DVD for all the parents in his class. I will post some pictures later. We went to a splash park to celebrate and they are all wasted now. Especially Bray. He's screaming in his crib as we speak. Anyway, love mom hood this week. Yes, I take it week by week (sometimes day-by-day, hour-by-hour, SECOND-by-SECOND) but today is a good one. Stay posted for the CUTE pictures!
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