Seriously where did the weekend go? Apparently I missed it, oh yeah, that must've been when I blinked!
Well, my plan didn't work out so well. I should've known that my sassy attitude would come back to bite me! I had a dentist appointment on Saturday. It was just supposed to be for an exploring and to talk about what to do about my bridge. Well, it changed a wee bit. I had been having discomfort in one of my teeth that the bridge is on (nothing really out of the ordinary with this stupid bridge!) when she looked at it she said that it was infected. We decided instead of doing another course of antibiotics, we would cut through the bridge and just yank the root (that was all that was left!!) so that is what we did! So, now I only have half the amount of teeth one should have on the top. I have 7. Oh well, at least the infection is well on it's way of being cleared. Today it's still a little tender, but I think that's because it is so close to the front (the first molar after your canines).
The joys!!!
So, because I felt so yucky on Saturday the kids cleaned up!!lol Go figure! Oh well, one day my house will be clean and then that means that all my babies will have grown and moved on, and I am not looking forward to that (well I am because I am excited for them and their lives ahead of them, but you know what I mean!!)
Thankfully, Bill could careless about the state of the house!lol So it's my own self that creates the stress over it. Seriously, Bill would not care if I only did housework once a month, or if the dust was so thick. As long as his clothes are clean and he get's food, he's happy. Like he's always said, he would rather have an energetic wife than a clean house!!lol
This week is crazy busy, but all in a good way. Tomorrow we meet with our family partner from Habitat (I'll post an update in that blog), then it's grocery shopping week. On Friday Bill and I are going to go pick up my sister. It will be nice to have some just Bill and Me time. I'm nervous about leaving Matthew for awhile in the evening and then again for the next day. He's still nursing and I worry that these large gaps in nursing are going to affect my production. He really has no signs of weaning anytime soon, I guess I will just have to have faith in my body!
We have been busy cleaning and de-cluttering as well. So far, I have almost 7 LARGE black garbage bags for donation or I may post it on Freecycle. It's a mix of sheets, towels, toys, clothes from Bill and I and a few things that don't fit some of the kids. I decided I am going to start packing here and there as well. Just things like ornaments and small things that aren't used on a regular basis. That way I can take my time and clean them all before packing too. I will probably call on all my chickie friends to have a packing blitz when it get's closer and we actually have a date. Every other time we've moved I've figured I'm a hero and can pack up my entire house all by myself all the while doing everything else!!lol Well, it never owrks out so well and on top of that, we have two more kids now since we last moved!!
Live and learn right!!!
The weather is finally perking up around here, perhaps the 6 months of winter is officially over?!?! one can only hope!!
Yesterday, it really warmed up and a lot of the snow was melting....good thing my neighbours were using the water from their garden hose to speed the melting process on their front lawn, I mean really, who would want to preserve such a precious resource such as water anyways?!?!?
Humph!
God bless, Penny
Monday, April 28, 2008
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Bite Back!
Go check it out!!!
I am doing something I have never done before, I have threatened it, I have swore I'm gonna do it, and now today as of 8:43AM MST I am NOT CLEANING UP AFTER ANYONE...except for Matthew of course!
I guess it's a strike of some sort, although I am not halting cooking, laundry and general cleaning. I am just stopping that notorious wandering through the house putting things back where they belong and I am not going to stand in the kitchen hollering "Who's bowl is on the table and not in the sink?" NOPE! Nobody in this house seems to understand why I get so frustrated about the 'little things'. "It's just socks under the couch", "It's just some paper on the table", "It's just a box of half eaten crackers beside the computer" and I know ya'll know where this is going, because I'm sure ya'll deal with the same thing.
So, until Sunday evening, I am not doing A THING. Perhaps my theory that the house will implode will come true and maybe not. At any rate, I hope it proves the point that one pile creates another. If your laundry is not in the laundry pile, it will not be washed. If your dishes are not by the sink, emptied/scraped- they will not be washed. It should be interesting! This is going to take every ounce of will power I have to resist not putting away those pairs of shoes or tossing that wrapper in the garbage. I think it's time though, and apparently my family learns from doing and seeing NOT listening! For those of you wondering, yes this includes my dear husband as well...I'm not sure he thinks I am serious, but I think come tomorrow and the next day, it will begin to sink in. We shall see!!! I'll keep ya posted!
Have a blessed Thursday!
Penny
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Aptitude Test
Okay, so I hear the word 'TEST' and right away my hands begin to feel sweaty and cold at the same time. My mouth suddenly become horribly dry and my stomach begins doing flips!
I have thought about writing Children's literature for quite sometime now, actually since I was in elementary school!! I particularly enjoy writing fiction for the preteen girl age group. To give you an idea, Judy Blume and Ann M. Martin are two of my most cherished authors. So, I thought I would give it a shot at the Institute of Children's Literature. I had done the whole process back when Alyssa was a baby and was accepted, but I chickened out. If I should be accepted again and it won't dent our budget to badly, I am not going to back out this time. My stomach did a complete flip just reading what I wrote!
Anyways, as part of the aptitude test, you have to submit a sample of your writing. It can either be a memory from childhood or something that you think would appeal to children. I chose to go with a memory from my childhood and the first thing that popped into my head was this:
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A Candy for a Penny
It was still dark when I was awoken by my father gently tapping my shoulder. "It's time" his deep whisper came through the darkness, lit only by a small sliver of light coming from the bathroom light. Today would be the birthday of my baby sister!
I was ecstatic. Oh, how I had waited and waited for this day to arrive! Ever since I tossed that penny over my shoulder at the water fountain in the mall and silently wished for a baby sister. Ever since my mothers belly began to swell. The day was here at last. My suitcase had been packed for weeks, knowing ahead of time the plan was for me to stay with our neighbours.
When I emerged from my room, I caught glimpse of my mother griping the edge of the stove and moaning loudly. My innocent mind was so unsure and yet, curious as to why she would be moaning like a wounded creature. My father quickly ushered my suitcase and me out the front door. I sensed a great amount of urgency from him, as his heavy hands kind of shuffled me along causing me to move at a quicker pace and stumble somewhat over my own feet. We were greeted by the crisp, fresh air of that beautiful summer morning. The birds had already begun their morning songs in the trees and the sun was well on it's way to greet the day.
We arrived at our neighbours, who luckily live in the other side of the duplex we were renting. My father gave the top of my head a quick dusting with hand and he was gone. As I sat down with our neighbour on her couch I began to chat nervously and about everything our dog had done. Important stuff when you're only one month shy of turning seven. After exploring my suitcase and discovering the treasure of coloring books, sticker books, story books and treats my mother had packed, the phone rang.
I remember the feeling of a million little butterflies flittering in my stomach as I slowly approached the telephone, so uncertain and so excited. As I placed the phone on my ear and felt it's coldness, I hear my fathers deep voice. "It's a GIRL!!!, you have a baby sister!!!"
I was speechless, trying to wrap my brain around this whole concept. "I will come and pick you up in a bit and take you to see her and your mother in the hospital" my father replied to my stunned silence. "Okay" was all I could muster.
I don't have memories of the drive, but I do remember vividly walking into that hospital room and seeing my mom sitting cross legged with the teeniest bundle I had ever seen. It stole my breath when I stood on my tippy toes and peaked over the bed to see her.
I asked what her name would be and my father replied "'Candy' except we will spell it, KANDIE"
Perfect I thought. Absolutely perfect. My 'Kandie for a Penny'.
Written by:
Penny
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That is pretty close to the original way that morning went. Of course, I had to leave out some stuff since it can only be 250-500 words!!lol I think I went a smidge over 500....I hope that doesn't disqualify me! lol
Wish me luck!!
God bless, Penny
I have thought about writing Children's literature for quite sometime now, actually since I was in elementary school!! I particularly enjoy writing fiction for the preteen girl age group. To give you an idea, Judy Blume and Ann M. Martin are two of my most cherished authors. So, I thought I would give it a shot at the Institute of Children's Literature. I had done the whole process back when Alyssa was a baby and was accepted, but I chickened out. If I should be accepted again and it won't dent our budget to badly, I am not going to back out this time. My stomach did a complete flip just reading what I wrote!
Anyways, as part of the aptitude test, you have to submit a sample of your writing. It can either be a memory from childhood or something that you think would appeal to children. I chose to go with a memory from my childhood and the first thing that popped into my head was this:
**********************************
A Candy for a Penny
It was still dark when I was awoken by my father gently tapping my shoulder. "It's time" his deep whisper came through the darkness, lit only by a small sliver of light coming from the bathroom light. Today would be the birthday of my baby sister!
I was ecstatic. Oh, how I had waited and waited for this day to arrive! Ever since I tossed that penny over my shoulder at the water fountain in the mall and silently wished for a baby sister. Ever since my mothers belly began to swell. The day was here at last. My suitcase had been packed for weeks, knowing ahead of time the plan was for me to stay with our neighbours.
When I emerged from my room, I caught glimpse of my mother griping the edge of the stove and moaning loudly. My innocent mind was so unsure and yet, curious as to why she would be moaning like a wounded creature. My father quickly ushered my suitcase and me out the front door. I sensed a great amount of urgency from him, as his heavy hands kind of shuffled me along causing me to move at a quicker pace and stumble somewhat over my own feet. We were greeted by the crisp, fresh air of that beautiful summer morning. The birds had already begun their morning songs in the trees and the sun was well on it's way to greet the day.
We arrived at our neighbours, who luckily live in the other side of the duplex we were renting. My father gave the top of my head a quick dusting with hand and he was gone. As I sat down with our neighbour on her couch I began to chat nervously and about everything our dog had done. Important stuff when you're only one month shy of turning seven. After exploring my suitcase and discovering the treasure of coloring books, sticker books, story books and treats my mother had packed, the phone rang.
I remember the feeling of a million little butterflies flittering in my stomach as I slowly approached the telephone, so uncertain and so excited. As I placed the phone on my ear and felt it's coldness, I hear my fathers deep voice. "It's a GIRL!!!, you have a baby sister!!!"
I was speechless, trying to wrap my brain around this whole concept. "I will come and pick you up in a bit and take you to see her and your mother in the hospital" my father replied to my stunned silence. "Okay" was all I could muster.
I don't have memories of the drive, but I do remember vividly walking into that hospital room and seeing my mom sitting cross legged with the teeniest bundle I had ever seen. It stole my breath when I stood on my tippy toes and peaked over the bed to see her.
I asked what her name would be and my father replied "'Candy' except we will spell it, KANDIE"
Perfect I thought. Absolutely perfect. My 'Kandie for a Penny'.
Written by:
Penny
************************************
That is pretty close to the original way that morning went. Of course, I had to leave out some stuff since it can only be 250-500 words!!lol I think I went a smidge over 500....I hope that doesn't disqualify me! lol
Wish me luck!!
God bless, Penny
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Our Prayers Have Been Answered!!!
The Lord has answered, and His answer was most wonderful!!
We have been accepted as a partner family with Habitat for Humanity!! We will be home owners!! Whoohoo!!! You can follow along with this journey by checking out our Habitat blog at Home Sweet Habitat Home It will be a big move for us when the time comes as the community is on the other side of the city, but to have our very own house will be worth every bit of it!
We will be building a five bedroom, detached home. I'll know more after we go into to sign THE papers on Friday! Needless to say, we are completely overjoyed!
The Lord has been answering a lot of our prayers lately, it is such a blessing to see such wonderful things happening all around us. It always amazes me as to just how perfect the Lord's timing is, I'm so glad I never lose faith in Him. Even when things have been at their worst for us and there is no sight of that light at the tunnel...it's so easy to give up on Him and feel sorry for yourself, but I held strong and kept saying I trust you Lord, I trust your perfect timing and your plans for us. Believe me, it is hard sometimes, but keep the faith!!
It has been absolutely heartwarming to hear our friends and family all step forward with offerings of their time and energy to make this happen for us, actually when ever I start to talk about it I get all teary eyed because it is just so incredibly amazing to know that everyone supports us and loves us so much and they all want this so badly for us! Our hearts are so full, I am just speechless! This is going to be such a wonderful journey. The most amazing thing, our sponsors are a church, a Christian Church!!! I know, amazing huh?!?!? The power of the Lord!!
Praise the Lord!!
God bless, Penny
We have been accepted as a partner family with Habitat for Humanity!! We will be home owners!! Whoohoo!!! You can follow along with this journey by checking out our Habitat blog at Home Sweet Habitat Home It will be a big move for us when the time comes as the community is on the other side of the city, but to have our very own house will be worth every bit of it!
We will be building a five bedroom, detached home. I'll know more after we go into to sign THE papers on Friday! Needless to say, we are completely overjoyed!
The Lord has been answering a lot of our prayers lately, it is such a blessing to see such wonderful things happening all around us. It always amazes me as to just how perfect the Lord's timing is, I'm so glad I never lose faith in Him. Even when things have been at their worst for us and there is no sight of that light at the tunnel...it's so easy to give up on Him and feel sorry for yourself, but I held strong and kept saying I trust you Lord, I trust your perfect timing and your plans for us. Believe me, it is hard sometimes, but keep the faith!!
It has been absolutely heartwarming to hear our friends and family all step forward with offerings of their time and energy to make this happen for us, actually when ever I start to talk about it I get all teary eyed because it is just so incredibly amazing to know that everyone supports us and loves us so much and they all want this so badly for us! Our hearts are so full, I am just speechless! This is going to be such a wonderful journey. The most amazing thing, our sponsors are a church, a Christian Church!!! I know, amazing huh?!?!? The power of the Lord!!
Praise the Lord!!
God bless, Penny
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
A Must See and a Must Play
First, a must see:
Sir Ken Robinson on TED talks
Whoa, hey?!?!?! Absolutely amazing!!
A Must PLay:
Cranium Hullabaloo
We played this game on Saturday night (and Sunday night, and yesterday.....lol) it is a wonderful game. I love how it incorporates everyone of any age into it. I love how there is a winner every few minutes as well!!
Earth hour was a lot of fun! We were actually so engrossed in our games, we didn't even realize it was past 9pm!lol
I have been busy getting things together for the Used Toy and Clothing sale, trying to figure what does and doesn't fit everyone....hmmmmm...my basement resembles a second hand store right now!!LOL
Oh!! We get to go to BC!!! WHOOHOO!!! We get to go for 2 whole glorious weeks...ahhhhhhhhhh!!!! We are already counting down the sleeps!!LOL A friend of ours who has the same van as us, is going to let us switch out our middle seats with his back row seats giving us that extra seat!! Isn't that awesome?!?! Praise the Lord!! I can hardly wait for Matthew to meet his Nana and really his Papa too. (Papa and Matthew did meet when Matthew was 9mos old)
Well, gotta run...here's some pics...there are more in the Flickr. Unfortunately a certain someone has been 'stealing' my pics and has unfortunately really ruined it for everyone....No pics of my children will be posted anywhere, except where there are ways to disable 'lifting'(or at least make it more difficult). Of course if said person continues to completely dis-respect me and 'steal' MY pics from there, no pics whatsoever will be posted ANYWHERE. Which is sad because some near and dear family members thoroughly enjoy seeing the pics as they can't see the kids in person.
I will be posting a letter with more info ASAP.
**ETA** I know who this person is and I have discussed it with them previously which really frustrates me as it is blatant disrespectful behaviour.
*Mariah made this ALL BY HERSELF!!!!*
God bless!! Penny
Sir Ken Robinson on TED talks
Whoa, hey?!?!?! Absolutely amazing!!
A Must PLay:
Cranium Hullabaloo
We played this game on Saturday night (and Sunday night, and yesterday.....lol) it is a wonderful game. I love how it incorporates everyone of any age into it. I love how there is a winner every few minutes as well!!
Earth hour was a lot of fun! We were actually so engrossed in our games, we didn't even realize it was past 9pm!lol
I have been busy getting things together for the Used Toy and Clothing sale, trying to figure what does and doesn't fit everyone....hmmmmm...my basement resembles a second hand store right now!!LOL
Oh!! We get to go to BC!!! WHOOHOO!!! We get to go for 2 whole glorious weeks...ahhhhhhhhhh!!!! We are already counting down the sleeps!!LOL A friend of ours who has the same van as us, is going to let us switch out our middle seats with his back row seats giving us that extra seat!! Isn't that awesome?!?! Praise the Lord!! I can hardly wait for Matthew to meet his Nana and really his Papa too. (Papa and Matthew did meet when Matthew was 9mos old)
Well, gotta run...here's some pics...there are more in the Flickr. Unfortunately a certain someone has been 'stealing' my pics and has unfortunately really ruined it for everyone....No pics of my children will be posted anywhere, except where there are ways to disable 'lifting'(or at least make it more difficult). Of course if said person continues to completely dis-respect me and 'steal' MY pics from there, no pics whatsoever will be posted ANYWHERE. Which is sad because some near and dear family members thoroughly enjoy seeing the pics as they can't see the kids in person.
I will be posting a letter with more info ASAP.
**ETA** I know who this person is and I have discussed it with them previously which really frustrates me as it is blatant disrespectful behaviour.
*Mariah made this ALL BY HERSELF!!!!*
God bless!! Penny
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