Monday, June 21, 2010
Friday, June 18, 2010
Wow, It's been a while since I've updated on life. Let's see... how about I share some pictures :)
I always have these great post topics in my head, but by the time the boys are in bed and the house is picked up it's super late and Matt is using the computer to work on his business. So solid thoughts and great blog posts aren't very plentiful lately. Sorry... but i am keeping a list of things that i would like to share someday!
For now quick updates...
Joshua has lost two teeth. He does not stop talking. His imagination is amazing and complex and fascinating. His favorite game right now is hide and seek. He is very opinionated and he is sensitive of others emotions.
Daniel loves taking things apart and putting them back together. He loves order and helping me clean around the house. He still is super cuddly and we are starting to hear more noises come from him. He also has been saying "BUH" and "HU" (bye and hi) and waving when people are coming or going. Each day he seems to improve more.
Elijah is doing great. Each day we are fascinated by him and how "normal" he is. Even though he is a year and a half he has a huge vocabulary, he has lots of imaginative play and he is super social. He truly is a joy and a blessing.
And that's about it for the boys. We are still in the waiting game for moving and selling out house, but we know that the Lord's timing is best.
Oh and my ducks are almost grown! I LOVE having ducks!!!! They are so much more pleasant then chickens!
I always have these great post topics in my head, but by the time the boys are in bed and the house is picked up it's super late and Matt is using the computer to work on his business. So solid thoughts and great blog posts aren't very plentiful lately. Sorry... but i am keeping a list of things that i would like to share someday!
For now quick updates...
Joshua has lost two teeth. He does not stop talking. His imagination is amazing and complex and fascinating. His favorite game right now is hide and seek. He is very opinionated and he is sensitive of others emotions.
Daniel loves taking things apart and putting them back together. He loves order and helping me clean around the house. He still is super cuddly and we are starting to hear more noises come from him. He also has been saying "BUH" and "HU" (bye and hi) and waving when people are coming or going. Each day he seems to improve more.
Elijah is doing great. Each day we are fascinated by him and how "normal" he is. Even though he is a year and a half he has a huge vocabulary, he has lots of imaginative play and he is super social. He truly is a joy and a blessing.
And that's about it for the boys. We are still in the waiting game for moving and selling out house, but we know that the Lord's timing is best.
Oh and my ducks are almost grown! I LOVE having ducks!!!! They are so much more pleasant then chickens!
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Job Description for a Parent UPDATED
JOB DESCRIPTION of a parent :
Long term, team players needed, for challenging
permanent work in an,
often chaotic environment.
Candidates must possess excellent communication
and organizational skills and be willing to work
variable hours, which will include evenings and weekends
and frequent 24 hour shifts on call.
Some overnight travel required, including trips to
primitive camping sites on rainy weekends and endless sports tournaments in far away cities!
Travel expenses not reimbursed.
Extensive courier duties also required.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
The rest of your life.
Must be willing to be hated, at least temporarily,
until someone needs $5.
Must be willing to bite tongue repeatedly.
Also, must possess the physical stamina of a
pack mule
and be able to go from zero to 60 mph in three seconds flat
in case, this time, the screams from
the backyard are not someone just crying wolf.
Must be willing to face stimulating technical challenges,
such as small gadget repair, mysteriously sluggish toilets
and stuck zippers.
Must screen phone calls, maintain calendars and
coordinate production of multiple homework projects.
Must have ability to plan and organize social gatherings
for clients of all ages and mental outlooks.
Must be willing to be indispensable one minute,
an embarrassment the next.
Must handle assembly and product safety testing of a
half million cheap, plastic toys, and battery operated devices.
Must always hope for the best but be prepared for the worst.
Must assume final, complete accountability for
the quality of the end product.
Responsibilities also include floor maintenance and
janitorial work throughout the facility.
POSSIBILITY FOR ADVANCEMENT & PROMOTION :
None.
Your job is to remain in the same position for yea rs, without complaining, constantly retraining and updating your skills,
so that those in your charge can ultimately surpass you
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE :
None required unfortunately.
On-the-job training offered on a continually exhausting basis.
WAGES AND COMPENSATION :
Get this! You pay them!
Offering frequent raises and bonuses
A balloon payment is due wh e n they turn 18 because
of the assumption that college will help them
become financially independent.
When you die, you give them whatever is left.
The oddest thing about this reverse-salary scheme is that
you actually enjoy it and wish you could only do more.
BENEFITS :
While no health or dental insurance, no pension,
no tuition reimbursement, no paid holidays and
no stock options are offered;
this job supplies limitless opportunities for personal growth, unconditional love,
and free hugs and kisses for life if you play your cards right.
** AND A FOOTNOTE 'THERE IS NO RETIREMENT -- EVER!!!
Read more: http://www.city-data.com/forum/parenting/240156-parent-job-description.html#ixzz0mvprNe8B
Long term, team players needed, for challenging
permanent work in an,
often chaotic environment.
Candidates must possess excellent communication
and organizational skills and be willing to work
variable hours, which will include evenings and weekends
and frequent 24 hour shifts on call.
Some overnight travel required, including trips to
primitive camping sites on rainy weekends and endless sports tournaments in far away cities!
Travel expenses not reimbursed.
Extensive courier duties also required.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
The rest of your life.
Must be willing to be hated, at least temporarily,
until someone needs $5.
Must be willing to bite tongue repeatedly.
Also, must possess the physical stamina of a
pack mule
and be able to go from zero to 60 mph in three seconds flat
in case, this time, the screams from
the backyard are not someone just crying wolf.
Must be willing to face stimulating technical challenges,
such as small gadget repair, mysteriously sluggish toilets
and stuck zippers.
Must screen phone calls, maintain calendars and
coordinate production of multiple homework projects.
Must have ability to plan and organize social gatherings
for clients of all ages and mental outlooks.
Must be willing to be indispensable one minute,
an embarrassment the next.
Must handle assembly and product safety testing of a
half million cheap, plastic toys, and battery operated devices.
Must always hope for the best but be prepared for the worst.
Must assume final, complete accountability for
the quality of the end product.
Responsibilities also include floor maintenance and
janitorial work throughout the facility.
POSSIBILITY FOR ADVANCEMENT & PROMOTION :
None.
Your job is to remain in the same position for yea rs, without complaining, constantly retraining and updating your skills,
so that those in your charge can ultimately surpass you
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE :
None required unfortunately.
On-the-job training offered on a continually exhausting basis.
WAGES AND COMPENSATION :
Get this! You pay them!
Offering frequent raises and bonuses
A balloon payment is due wh e n they turn 18 because
of the assumption that college will help them
become financially independent.
When you die, you give them whatever is left.
The oddest thing about this reverse-salary scheme is that
you actually enjoy it and wish you could only do more.
BENEFITS :
While no health or dental insurance, no pension,
no tuition reimbursement, no paid holidays and
no stock options are offered;
this job supplies limitless opportunities for personal growth, unconditional love,
and free hugs and kisses for life if you play your cards right.
** AND A FOOTNOTE 'THERE IS NO RETIREMENT -- EVER!!!
Read more: http://www.city-data.com/forum/parenting/240156-parent-job-description.html#ixzz0mvprNe8B
Sunday, April 18, 2010
a picture update
The latest litter...
Green Grass!!!
Joshua showing off my shades!
The view we enjoyed today that i will miss when we move to minnesota
Joshua with his "fishing pole".. he was attemping to catch fish with it. He always was picking up sticks and pretending he was in a row boat.. rowing along the trail! :)
Elijah enjoying the sun
Me enjoying the sun!
More sun!
Daniel and Matt eating some crackers
The boys hanging out in the papasan
My cuddly Daniel
Green Grass!!!
Joshua showing off my shades!
The view we enjoyed today that i will miss when we move to minnesota
Joshua with his "fishing pole".. he was attemping to catch fish with it. He always was picking up sticks and pretending he was in a row boat.. rowing along the trail! :)
Elijah enjoying the sun
Me enjoying the sun!
More sun!
Daniel and Matt eating some crackers
The boys hanging out in the papasan
My cuddly Daniel
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Autism Awareness
April is Autism awareness month! SO make yourself aware and click here. Did you know that autism now affects 1 in every 110 children and 1 in every 70 boys?!?!?!
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