My Blessings

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 01:25:00 +0000

Here it is, as promised, the first of my weekly menu's. I have decided to only do breakfast and dinner, as lunch time is really the same everyday, minus the occasional leftovers.

Breakfast: (served with juice and fruit)

Monday - Pancakes

Tuesday - Cinnamon toast

Wednesday - Eggs & grits

Thursday - French toast

Friday - eggs

Saturday - homemade muffins

Sunday - pancakes

Dinner

Monday - Hamburgers, chips, salad

Tuesday - Roast Chicken, Rice, Broccoli, rolls

Wednesday - Spaghetti, bread, salad

Thursday - Ham, hash browns, green beans

Friday - Homemade pizza, salad

Saturday - Talapia (fish), Rice, corn, sliced tomatoes
Sunday - Crock pot BBQ chicken, rolls, salad

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 21:48:00 +0000

Okay...so as if I don't have enough to do at the moment, I thought I would take another stab at creating weekly menu's. I am hoping that this will aid in slowing down my impending "vacation" to the funny farm, along with cutting down on our food bill (all those unnecessary buys) and it will also be nice to actually have an answer to the daily, sometimes hourly question....OK so in my house its more like every 3 minutes.... "WHAT'S FOR DINNER?????"

I would like to find time each Sunday to post my weekly menu's for you to read....and maybe inspire some of you to join me. If I am feeling really motivated I might even share a few recipes and as always I welcome any advice or feedback from all of you!

Till Sunday then....ta ta!

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Tue, 20 May 2008 12:13:00 +0000

Our new patio!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Tue, 20 May 2008 11:55:00 +0000

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Mon, 12 May 2008 14:49:00 +0000

more puppy pictures!

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Tue, 06 May 2008 16:27:00 +0000

I know this picture isn't the best, but it shows the blue eyes, all the puppies have blue eyes!
Skylar with her baby

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:15:00 +0000

I have been spending alot of time in the garden lately....hey, I have to avoid studying, house work, and other duties some how!!! This weekend I planted a whole bunch of beautiful plants...here is just a glimps of the garden!

Veggies - green beans

cucumbers

Onions

Bell peppers

banana peppers

Squash

tomatoes

Sweet basil

Rosemary

Thyme

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 17:02:00 +0000

So we now have 4 little puppies to add to the household!!!

I told troy before we had them that if she had a pure white one

that I wanted to keep it...she had 2.....what to do what to do?!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 15:17:00 +0000

These pictures were taken the day we went to the park to ride

our bikes and have a picnic.
mama and Bethany
Jack exploring the grass.

Maddie all geared up and ready!
Shortly after our ride started, robby seemed to be having a bit

of trouble so I asked him what was wrong, he said " I think I am out of gas"

Its a good thing he keeps me laughing becasue with the trouble that kid gets

himself into................

get this thing off my head!!!!
Say cookie! er eh I mean Cheese!
Robby hiding from his sisters!

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 13:42:00 +0000

The anatomy of a temper tantrum.....

These pictures really speak for themselves, but had to post them because I think they are so funny. Jack has taken a liking to temper tantrums. I am not sure why. As with each child we have had, temper tantrum were short lived, if at all, because they never got what they wanted when they would "throw one". However, Jack seems to be particularly stubborn and just keeps trying to see if one day they will work for him. Someone should tell him he is number 4 and if they haven't worked on the first 3, I certainly won't be letting him get away with them.

Oh and this particular tantrum was over a "c-o-o-k-i-e".

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 15:56:00 +0000

Happy Easter

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 15:41:00 +0000

Maddie and Bethany had an Easter party this weekend.

It was the sweetest party...and you would never believe how quiet the girls were.

It was so nice. We had strawberry salad (a favorite of maddie's) and strawberry cake.

An Egg hunt, and lots of girlie decorations. It was so much fun!

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 12:49:00 +0000

HAPPY SPRING !!!!!

I am so excited to be out working in the garden again. The last few weeks I have been watching the seedings grow and lean towards the sunfilled window. These few seeds were a little over zeleous and decided that even without some soil they would sprout. I guess I am not the only one excited about spring time. We have had a nasty bout of sickness in our house the last few weeks. Although we are all on the mend it seems to really have taken a toll on all of us. I think that a little fresh air and garden time will be good for all of us. Just something about it that makes me smile.

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 13:33:00 +0000

This year I celebrated the last birthday in my 20's...yes mama its true....your baby girl is now 29!!!! A couple weeks before my birthday I had taken Maddie to school in the typical frazzled mom fashion. oh come on you know what I am talking about. Sweat pants, tshirt, old flannel, hair thrown in a scrunchi and raccoon eyes, no time for brushing of the hair, let alone teeth. I had said my usual "prayer" please God don't let me run into anyone I know, and let me not get in an accident on my way (you know the always have on clean clothes rule!) So I had made it safely home and was anticipating the promised toast and eggs when I walked in the door. Well clearly that was not what I came home to. I opened the door and my dear sweet hubby was standing in the dinning room with a weird silly look on his face. I asked him what was wrong and he said nothing, just glanced into our bedroom, what? I asked again, now feeling a sick feeling arise in my stomach. Fearing the worst. And there they were sitting on my bed, all perky and excited and ready to be the bestest friends to a old tired girl who really really really was in need of a vacation! My 2 best friends had apparently been scheming for months!!! They had pulled out a suitcase and all my clothes said "hurry up shower, dress, and pack, we are leaving" I think at this point I was in shock....where is my coffee my brain was shutting down. pack? and the words that came out of their mouths next were like angles singing "we are not coming back till Sunday night!!!" (and my dear readers...this was Friday morning!!!) I think my heart stopped!!!

So off we went, and they blindfolded me...standard procedure apparently for "official girl napping" they had thought of everything, even rescheduling my chiropractor appointment so I could go there first!!! Then off to Disney, yes.... I know, 2 nights in a hotel, and the happiest place on earth! Jen, Laurie and I had so much fun. The food was so yummy, the weather was great, a little rain never hurt anyone! plus without kids who could complain?! For once I got to be that stranger who gives the mother in line with the screaming children a "knowing nod" it was great!!! Thank you to all the hubbies who forked over the cash, and changed all the diapers while we were playing all weekend! What a great birthday!

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 14:07:00 +0000

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 13:49:00 +0000

It has been demanded, ahem...of me that I update my blog. Where to begin? Currently in my house I have one 3 year old, two 2 year olds, one 1 year old and one 2 month old. Whom I am pretty certain have already destroyed what little was "clean" in the house, excuse me there are doors slamming.............................................................................................. OK I'm back, all fingers are still attached. phew. OK where was I? I seem to have very little train of thou.....
We are trying out some new flooring, it's kind of like the new bamboo floors, have you seen those? so very "green" and beautiful, however ours are more of the whatever the kids track in over the crumbs the dogs refuse to clean up (yes, my two dogs are on strike...no more goldfish or Cheerios will be "hoovered" till they get a new contract). Apparently our dishwasher is also on strike (aka ME) but thankfully my dear sweet hubby has taken over that job...and thank goodness because it was getting a little (ok, alot) scary!!! Oh and my real dilemma of the day, please help me brainstorm this one, I have a mini van that holds 5 in the back, however only holds 4 car seats...
Today I have to pick up Robby at the bus stop...well everyday actually...but today will be my first day attempting to take BETHANY, SAMANTHA, GABRIEL, JACK AND LOGAN....all down to the bus stop, and pick him up...and since we can't all fit...we will be WALKING!!!!!!! OK it's to much I can no longer think about that.
I also have 2 tests to take tomorrow at school, so at some point today I need to look over my notes, maybe I can do that while stripping down all the kids beds to wash the sheets...why must they all "leak" on the same night? well actually it is better ... but a pain anyhow....
OK so is this enough of an update? I could keep going? Oh I have yet to tell you about my 2 dear sweet friends "girl napping" me for a relaxing get away!!!!! But that will have to wait, I need more coffee and the house just got eerily quiet...that is NEVER a good thing. I will leave you with a sweet line from an old song...."it will be worth it all, when we see Jesus"....and my dear friends...it will.

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 16:01:00 +0000

Sonya! here is my new office!

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:55:00 +0000

To say that Jack loves banana's would be a real understatement. Nothing can keep him from enjoying his favorite fruit...including a peel. sigh,
that's my monkey!

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 14:39:00 +0000

This morning Bethany asked me to play hide and seek with her. While sounding like a great idea, I just didn't think that it would be a safe game to play in my present condition. Oh it's nothing too serious...I just try to avoid anything that requires me to close my eyes for more than a natural blink. Mama, I am so sorry for all the times, I refused to nap because I know now, those are the days when you needed a break the most!

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 13:55:00 +0000

I am sorry it has been so long since I have updated my blog. To say things are crazy is such an understatement!!! Classes 4 nights a week and once a month all day Saturday plus 2 kids at 2 different schools (each on a different side of town!) 2 others at home, 2 extra kids at home, and a hubby to care for and I am really thinking that a clone would be a FANTASTIC idea right about now! Oh and the 2 dogs which are making me crazy, especially when the little ones decide to play the recorders...that I in a very true lack of judgement bought them for Christmas!!!! What was I thinking???!!!!! However it is not all bad news. I still have a loving family who despite an occasional lack of recognition...hey lady have you seen my mommy? and I have amazing friends who have encouraged me along plus my mama who is my own personal cheerleader, without you all I would probably be on my way now to the funny farm, men in white coats, padded walls...jello for breakfast lunch and dinner....hmmmmm, a bed....personal time.....hmmmmm...ok so maybe that wouldn't be so bad! I love you all and wanted to say a heartfelt thanks!!!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 14:55:00 +0000

I have officially started my therapy classes. I was sent off to class last night with a little cheering squad in the front yard. All the kids were holding up signs of encouragement and telling me how much they loved me...what a sweet hubby to put that all together. I think I am really going to enjoy going back to school and pray that I don't end up looking like my "new best friend" by the time this is all said and done. Everyone in class was given this skeleton to aid in learning about the human body. I have not officially named him/her yet but have been trying to think of a good name that will fit his/her personality. Any ideas? Oh and in case you are wondering this "little" skeleton stands a full 33 1/2 inches tall.

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Sat, 22 Dec 2007 16:51:00 +0000

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!! We had to catch a moment to get a family picture this year. This was taken at Mama's house and she managed to get one of all of us looking in the same direction!!!
Such a hard thing to do with all the little ones. Maybe one year we will have a portrait done with us all dressed up and looking glamorous....but this year we are just blessed to get a picture where all the kids are dressed...and we are thankful!!!! Blessings to all of you this Christmas!!!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 16:47:00 +0000

A few changes have happened in our house in the last week. The first is that Robby has started at a new school, which he loves. The second is that I have decided to go back to school!!!! I am excited and anxious at the same time. I will be going to evening classes for Massage Therapy. I am still waiting to see how this will all work out. I will be on the go from 6 am till whenever I can fall into bed. And yes the reason I have a picture of white shoes is becasue I will have to wear them to school, along with white scrubs.....hmmmm white and little children....should be fun!!!
Here is a picture of Robby all ready to go to school this morning.

It was actually cold for a change!

oh and hey does anyone have a clue where I put my highschool diploma???

apparently they need that......oh dear.

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 15:03:00 +0000

SAY PLEASE........

Bethany is our quiet child. In fact it isn't unusual for us to still here people say they have never heard her speak. Which is funny because she can talk my leg off when she wants to. 2 nights ago we were out Christmas shopping and it was getting late. I was starting to sense that if we didn't get them all home soon, that I would lose it. You know that frantic count down in the back of every mom's brain that starts sounding the alarm that a melt down is coming. Troy had Jack with him in the cart and I had the other 3 in the ornament isle trying to not let them touch everything...HA! So I said to Bethany " Bethany, hold my hand" and I was ignored, a talent she has down to a science! So I repeated myself 4 TIMES!!! Finally she looked up at me with her big blue eyes and said with all seriousness "Mommy I am trying, but you haven't said please". sigh, mommies....practice what you preach!!!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Heidi) — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 16:52:00 +0000

Oh well, I’m tired and so wearyBut I must go aloneTill the lord comes and calls, calls me away, oh yesWell the morning's so brightAnd the lamp is alightAnd the night, night is as black as the sea, oh yes
There will be peace in the valley for me, some dayThere will be peace in the valley for me, oh Lord I prayThere'll be no sadness, no sorrowNo trouble, trouble I seeThere will be peace in the valley for me, for me
Well the bear will be gentleAnd the wolves will be tameAnd the lion shall lay down by the lamb, oh yesAnd the beasts from the wildShall be lit by a childAnd I'll be changed, changed from this creature that I am, oh yes
There will be peace in the valley for me, some dayThere will be peace in the valley for me, oh Lord I prayThere'll be no sadness, no sorrowNo trouble, trouble I seeThere will be peace in the valley for me, for me