Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Things we've been up to

Pete introduced me to Sliders. I had seen and heard of mini hamburgers but had no idea they were known as "Sliders". I have to say, I enjoy them more than your average hamburger. I also need to add Pete makes the best ones I've ever had ( besides a guacamole burger ). I'm not sure if they taste better because they're so cute or if it's because I feel like I'm eating less. No matter, I like them a lot.



We had our family dinner again but Bob, Kim and the younger boys were out of town so we had our nephew's over to represent the fam. T.J. needed to feed Kinsey so he took the girls with him to feed her. When he got back he said he was glad he had conference to listen to because the girls were dead silent the whole way! I was amazed they could be so quiet for that long! Anyway, he brought Kinsey back with him so she and Hershey could see each other again. (It has been since the 4th of July.) It was pretty funny to watch. Hershey wanted to play soo bad and Kinsey wanted no part of it. Hershey was tired after it all from attempting to play so it worked out well for us.





The kids also had their dentist appointment and all went well. No cavities thank goodness. We even left the dentists office without having to take any bouncy balls! Mallory's teeth have started coming in finally. I'll post when you can see them better.

We have also been enjoying beautiful weather lately. The days have been clear and warm and the gorgeous fall colors abound. One afternoon the girls and I decided to rake up the leaves in the front yard. We made our pile and then the girls played in it. I took a picture of my fall hydrangeas because I like their fall colors. It was a good afternoon.



We also took a picture of Hershey so we could see how much she has grown. She is 6 months old now! She is growing so fast. She is a really good dog. We lucked out big time.

Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Tomorrow's Thursday?

I honestly can't believe how fast time is flying by! I also feel like that's all I say anymore. Schedule has resumed in our home once again. I do much better by it and as long as I pay attention things can go smoothly.

Mallory has the hardest time in the morning of the bunch. I believe she gets it from me. Sorry Mal, it doesn't really get much easier. You just learn you have no choice. Well no choice until all of your kids are in school and instead of doing what you're supposed to be doing you get back into bed until a phone call wakes you at 9 am. (That was a nice day : )! )

This week I did slow down a bit. Monday I played hooky from aqua class and finished the sabbatical scrapbook (from 2 summer's ago), Tuesday is the day I slept in. Today I went to my aqua class like a good girl and did the things I needed to. I've been in charge of our school movie fundraiser so I go in every Wednesday and Friday to fill the ticket orders. I've also volunteered to get the after school activities organized, and up and running. They didn't have anyone in charge of it so there hasn't been any activities going on. Hopefully we can get things together pretty quickly.

All in all I do think the days are no longer 24 hours long. Some way some how the days have shortened and no one is telling us. I hope I can slow down and find the things I enjoy in life. Like the smell of fresh laundry, the sound of rain, and time with my family and friends. Here's to another week almost gone.