I have to let you all know what Biggs is because I will be talking about it a ton this summer. It is the local free kid swimming area and is so fun (located on biggs army airfield.) Here is a couple pictures from Memorial Day
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Saturday, May 31, 2008
Did you miss me?
Ok, I have other excuses that I have not blogged but the main one being I needed to make sure all of you are appreciating me and my entries. LOL
I have been busy and I appreciate all the concern for me and my well being. The kids are so excited about getting out of school next week it is stupid. We got their report cards on friday so that pretty much says that next week is a waste of time, but oh well I will take all the extra time they get.
I am so excited for this week. I sold some stuff and saved my quarters and was able to buy a double jogger stroller this week. What an awesome peice of machinery. I took it to Incredible Pizza last night and it was great to not hold Cera and Carmen anymore. My arms are getting pretty buff, but it gets old after awhile to hold them both. I held out to get the stroller I wanted just incase you are wondering why i was carrying them.
I took advantage of having this awesome thing to the Canyon by our house this morning. I knew it was going to take Cera awhile to get used to sitting in it so planned on only going 2 miles up and 2 miles back. Long story short we made it a mile up and heard baby screams 1 mile down. I thing people might have thought I took my kids out to the middle of nowhere to kill them by the sound of her screams. I am proud of my supernanny skills and made her sit in it the whole time!!! Hopefully next time will be better.
My computer broke this week and I lost a whole bunch of stuff including my book. I have one that I had printed and bound at kinkos so I think i will either retype or see if I can scan it in. Mrs. Texas pageant is not doing well because I have been still unable to find a sponser. I however have met a bunch of new people and made new friends this week, so that is exciting.
Did I mention the 100 degree whether? Oh yeah becuase it is spring...swamp coolers were not meant to be in this type of envirement!! Sorry I have to brag, but it is AWESOME!! My tan is coming along great and we are so excited about the waterparks opening up this week for weekday free fun.
My car is breaking down so I hope that we can go on this family trip we have planned, but will see how it works out.
Less than 12 weeks to see my hubby and I am so excited. Not really much time however so i will be posting my new goals for the new month and updating all my goals from May.
I just have to share how greatful I am for the gospel and being born in this great country. I am so appreciative of the great family I chose to come to. My mom is a beacon of light for me and always helps me remember what is important.
Ok, so watch today for the next couple posts I didn't do during the week and pray for me because I am going over the border next week and am really super scared.
I have been busy and I appreciate all the concern for me and my well being. The kids are so excited about getting out of school next week it is stupid. We got their report cards on friday so that pretty much says that next week is a waste of time, but oh well I will take all the extra time they get.
I am so excited for this week. I sold some stuff and saved my quarters and was able to buy a double jogger stroller this week. What an awesome peice of machinery. I took it to Incredible Pizza last night and it was great to not hold Cera and Carmen anymore. My arms are getting pretty buff, but it gets old after awhile to hold them both. I held out to get the stroller I wanted just incase you are wondering why i was carrying them.
I took advantage of having this awesome thing to the Canyon by our house this morning. I knew it was going to take Cera awhile to get used to sitting in it so planned on only going 2 miles up and 2 miles back. Long story short we made it a mile up and heard baby screams 1 mile down. I thing people might have thought I took my kids out to the middle of nowhere to kill them by the sound of her screams. I am proud of my supernanny skills and made her sit in it the whole time!!! Hopefully next time will be better.
My computer broke this week and I lost a whole bunch of stuff including my book. I have one that I had printed and bound at kinkos so I think i will either retype or see if I can scan it in. Mrs. Texas pageant is not doing well because I have been still unable to find a sponser. I however have met a bunch of new people and made new friends this week, so that is exciting.
Did I mention the 100 degree whether? Oh yeah becuase it is spring...swamp coolers were not meant to be in this type of envirement!! Sorry I have to brag, but it is AWESOME!! My tan is coming along great and we are so excited about the waterparks opening up this week for weekday free fun.
My car is breaking down so I hope that we can go on this family trip we have planned, but will see how it works out.
Less than 12 weeks to see my hubby and I am so excited. Not really much time however so i will be posting my new goals for the new month and updating all my goals from May.
I just have to share how greatful I am for the gospel and being born in this great country. I am so appreciative of the great family I chose to come to. My mom is a beacon of light for me and always helps me remember what is important.
Ok, so watch today for the next couple posts I didn't do during the week and pray for me because I am going over the border next week and am really super scared.
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
No toilet paper
Well I now know how long the Tennyson's can go without toilet paper. Please don't turn me in for neglect!!lol
I meant to get some at the store on Saturday of last week because we only had one roll left. However I forgot and really we are not home that often so I thougt I could wait until the first of this week.
Sunday..we ran out. I was not feeling well in the afternoon and was definetly not going to the store on Sunday. Monday however..I could have gone and didn't. I had alot of stuff to do and I forgot when I was in the shopette. Tuesday the kids were asking if we could go to the store, but another busy day and I had my dance class at night so it didn't happen. Today I finally made it to Walgreens of all places because Courtney was begging me to get some.
We improvised with what we had..baby wipes! I did have something, just not the normal thing other people use.I tell myself that to make myself feel better about not being prepared for a daily necessity. I think we could make it with my stash of baby wipes if a catastrophe hit El Paso.
I meant to get some at the store on Saturday of last week because we only had one roll left. However I forgot and really we are not home that often so I thougt I could wait until the first of this week.
Sunday..we ran out. I was not feeling well in the afternoon and was definetly not going to the store on Sunday. Monday however..I could have gone and didn't. I had alot of stuff to do and I forgot when I was in the shopette. Tuesday the kids were asking if we could go to the store, but another busy day and I had my dance class at night so it didn't happen. Today I finally made it to Walgreens of all places because Courtney was begging me to get some.
We improvised with what we had..baby wipes! I did have something, just not the normal thing other people use.I tell myself that to make myself feel better about not being prepared for a daily necessity. I think we could make it with my stash of baby wipes if a catastrophe hit El Paso.
Armed Forces Day
I have been waiting for some pictures from my friend but will post and add later. We had a blast last weekend at Armed Forced Day on fort bliss. It is a day that civilians can come and see the military stuff and ask questions. Really cool for the kids to hang out by the machines there dad works on. They got to sit inside a helicopter/ tank/ and climb on a bunch of stuff. Picking up the weapons was a fun adventure.
I will have to say for me the funnest was the tango tower. You can get strapped up and reppel (sp?) or climb. I wasn't about to miss a good picture for my blog and send to Toby so I went up. The guy tied me too tight however and made me remember how big my butt is, but all in good fun right? (Just another military wife that doesn't take care of herself lol)
I am bound and determined to go back..I couldn't even listen to the guy and he pretty much lowered me down because I was in such a silly mood..it was FUN though.
These kids of mine love the adventurous stuff and it reminds me of how Toby always wanted us to be an outdoorsy family and I thought it would be too hard with the little ones. We are all growing up though and I am so excited for him to come back and have us try new adventures together.
I will have to say for me the funnest was the tango tower. You can get strapped up and reppel (sp?) or climb. I wasn't about to miss a good picture for my blog and send to Toby so I went up. The guy tied me too tight however and made me remember how big my butt is, but all in good fun right? (Just another military wife that doesn't take care of herself lol)
I am bound and determined to go back..I couldn't even listen to the guy and he pretty much lowered me down because I was in such a silly mood..it was FUN though.
These kids of mine love the adventurous stuff and it reminds me of how Toby always wanted us to be an outdoorsy family and I thought it would be too hard with the little ones. We are all growing up though and I am so excited for him to come back and have us try new adventures together.
Monday, May 19, 2008
Dog Whisperer
This morning is my day off, so I have been cleaning and doing laundry. I showered late (at 10) and Carmen was talking to someone in the livingroom. I called out to her who she was talking to (frankly freaked out) and she came back to the bathroom.
She said "mom, lexi wants her chew toy". I started to laugh and then she said "lexi, tell mom what you want"..lexi came around the cornedr and just looked at me like she wanted to tell me something.
HILARIOUS
Lexi (who is my toy poodle for those that didn't know) looked back at Carmen like I was the idiot and Carmen said "Mom are you ignoring her?"
So funny!! Carmen is aparently my new dog whisperer.
If only she could tell her to start sleeping at the foot of my bed instead of my pillow that would be great.
She said "mom, lexi wants her chew toy". I started to laugh and then she said "lexi, tell mom what you want"..lexi came around the cornedr and just looked at me like she wanted to tell me something.
HILARIOUS
Lexi (who is my toy poodle for those that didn't know) looked back at Carmen like I was the idiot and Carmen said "Mom are you ignoring her?"
So funny!! Carmen is aparently my new dog whisperer.
If only she could tell her to start sleeping at the foot of my bed instead of my pillow that would be great.
Would you find it valuable?
I am taking a poll on if you would find this product I have made valuable.
Do you ever just wish you had that extra hour for personal time?
Do you ever wonder how you can have more balance?
Do you ever sit and think that there has to be something out there to keep you more balanced, help you get more done, and help your kids figure out how to achieve the same things when they are small?
I think I have it!!!
I have known for years that I have a gift of motivating others. I love people and trully want others to have what I have. Whether it is to let God back in to help guide your life or just to get that extra workout in with all your kids. It is not another "secret" but an accoutability tool to keep you on track and not allow yourself to be mediocre.
I am going to start small and do some seminars but would like a couple people to try my "tool" and Jen if you would proof read me that would be great. This goes along with a lifelong goal to write a book, so I need some major feedback.
I will be honest, I am still fearful of failure and disappointment, but I believe this is something I had been missing years ago and has helped my family tremendously.
Do you ever just wish you had that extra hour for personal time?
Do you ever wonder how you can have more balance?
Do you ever sit and think that there has to be something out there to keep you more balanced, help you get more done, and help your kids figure out how to achieve the same things when they are small?
I think I have it!!!
I have known for years that I have a gift of motivating others. I love people and trully want others to have what I have. Whether it is to let God back in to help guide your life or just to get that extra workout in with all your kids. It is not another "secret" but an accoutability tool to keep you on track and not allow yourself to be mediocre.
I am going to start small and do some seminars but would like a couple people to try my "tool" and Jen if you would proof read me that would be great. This goes along with a lifelong goal to write a book, so I need some major feedback.
I will be honest, I am still fearful of failure and disappointment, but I believe this is something I had been missing years ago and has helped my family tremendously.
Happy Birthday Mom
It is really hard for me to be able to put everything I know and feel about my mom on my blog, but I will try to at least scratch the surface of this amazing women.
Lets start by telling you all that my mother is the best example of selfless service. Not only to her family, but countless countless hours of service to others in our church and all the various commitees she is on. She may be slowing down in some ways, but I still see her love and devotion.
My mom is the most thoughtful human being. She is the one person that my husband knows he can count on for random pick me up stuff. He knows I try, but my mom has the great cookie making skills and somehow always makes it to the post office when she wants. She is the one person that you can just be talking to and she will find that need and fill it. She has a serving heart and picks up on the smallest thing.
As far as being a Grandma..although I talked Carmen into calling her old yesterday..she is sooo thoughtful. The kids never have to wonder if she loves them because she not only says it but shows it..It isn't about buying them stuff either. The thoughtfullness of cards that shows her and Dads love is overwhelming sometimes. The kids all know that Grandma can be counted on whenever and wherever and love you sooo much! What an example of love.
Being a mom she has taught me so much..most ask where I learned to get so much done and in a good mood all the time. My mom I tell them. I have her on a pedastal and refuse to take her off. She has raised 7 kids..who I like to think have turned out pretty good and has managed to support her husband with his crazy (still good) work ethic.. She has taught me the meaning of unconditional love and forgiveness. She gets inspiration and acts on it to bless others.
I will tell a little story..this week I got a package in the mail that had some things for the kids (very thoughtful) and something for me. Not only a very encouraging not that I needed but a book. Some would think a book was a book, but no she went above and beyond and marked the page with a sticky note to help me learn a new principle in my life. How one simple selfless act can change someone!! Thanks MOM. I needed it that day and she went above and beyond. The great thing is that it isn't just for one person, she has a big family and alot of friends and manages to get it all in. Touching lives daily. She is what I want to BE!!
When I set my goals, I know that if I set them to be like my Mom I will succeed in life. My trials may be different then hers, but she has shown me what it takes to get through them. She has always set a steadfast example of excellence.
Happy Birthday MOM!! You are the best at everything and I love you. I appreciate all you do for us on a constant basis and want you to know even though I only tell you every so often how much you mean to me..you are a beacon of light to show me the path I should follow. You truly are inspiring!!!!!!!!!!!
Lets start by telling you all that my mother is the best example of selfless service. Not only to her family, but countless countless hours of service to others in our church and all the various commitees she is on. She may be slowing down in some ways, but I still see her love and devotion.
My mom is the most thoughtful human being. She is the one person that my husband knows he can count on for random pick me up stuff. He knows I try, but my mom has the great cookie making skills and somehow always makes it to the post office when she wants. She is the one person that you can just be talking to and she will find that need and fill it. She has a serving heart and picks up on the smallest thing.
As far as being a Grandma..although I talked Carmen into calling her old yesterday..she is sooo thoughtful. The kids never have to wonder if she loves them because she not only says it but shows it..It isn't about buying them stuff either. The thoughtfullness of cards that shows her and Dads love is overwhelming sometimes. The kids all know that Grandma can be counted on whenever and wherever and love you sooo much! What an example of love.
Being a mom she has taught me so much..most ask where I learned to get so much done and in a good mood all the time. My mom I tell them. I have her on a pedastal and refuse to take her off. She has raised 7 kids..who I like to think have turned out pretty good and has managed to support her husband with his crazy (still good) work ethic.. She has taught me the meaning of unconditional love and forgiveness. She gets inspiration and acts on it to bless others.
I will tell a little story..this week I got a package in the mail that had some things for the kids (very thoughtful) and something for me. Not only a very encouraging not that I needed but a book. Some would think a book was a book, but no she went above and beyond and marked the page with a sticky note to help me learn a new principle in my life. How one simple selfless act can change someone!! Thanks MOM. I needed it that day and she went above and beyond. The great thing is that it isn't just for one person, she has a big family and alot of friends and manages to get it all in. Touching lives daily. She is what I want to BE!!
When I set my goals, I know that if I set them to be like my Mom I will succeed in life. My trials may be different then hers, but she has shown me what it takes to get through them. She has always set a steadfast example of excellence.
Happy Birthday MOM!! You are the best at everything and I love you. I appreciate all you do for us on a constant basis and want you to know even though I only tell you every so often how much you mean to me..you are a beacon of light to show me the path I should follow. You truly are inspiring!!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
White girl can't dance (or shouldn't!)
Ok everyone.. I have a confession...I love to dance!! The problem is I am not any good and have, oh what would you say? NO RHYTHM, NO GROOVE
I have started taking this cardio dance class at my local gym. It is really fun and gets your heartrate up, which is the point I suppose. I started taking it at first just because I loved the thought of cardio and dance together and thought those are two things that get me closer to my goals of losing weight and learning how to dance.
Now, I just keep returning because it bothers me so bad that I cannot dance and look like a retard when I am trying. I am pretty sure the instructor is trying not to laugh at my white/sorry excuse for a dancer, but I try.
Today, she was trying so hard to teach me this move and I just couldn't get it..I need major one on one instruction for this to be a success. She said she started out about a year ago the same as me and now is the teacher. ( gives me hope)
I would love everyones opinion...Can you learn to dance (and good) if you don't have a natural talent for it and your coordination is not really that awesome. I am going to keep going but man, I don't want to waste my good workout time if I will never get it.
Seriously there are white girls out there that know how to dance right?
I have started taking this cardio dance class at my local gym. It is really fun and gets your heartrate up, which is the point I suppose. I started taking it at first just because I loved the thought of cardio and dance together and thought those are two things that get me closer to my goals of losing weight and learning how to dance.
Now, I just keep returning because it bothers me so bad that I cannot dance and look like a retard when I am trying. I am pretty sure the instructor is trying not to laugh at my white/sorry excuse for a dancer, but I try.
Today, she was trying so hard to teach me this move and I just couldn't get it..I need major one on one instruction for this to be a success. She said she started out about a year ago the same as me and now is the teacher. ( gives me hope)
I would love everyones opinion...Can you learn to dance (and good) if you don't have a natural talent for it and your coordination is not really that awesome. I am going to keep going but man, I don't want to waste my good workout time if I will never get it.
Seriously there are white girls out there that know how to dance right?
Monday, May 12, 2008
Cyrus
I have to give a shout out to my son Cyrus who turned double digits today. Crazy how time flies when you are having fun!!
Cyrus has been having much success especially since his Dad has been gone and I wanted to make sure he and everyone else knew how proud of him I am.
We just had a Pack Meeting a couple weeks ago and Cyrus earned his Bear. I am so proud of him. We have been working really hard on this and feel a great amount of pride for his accomplishments. He not only earned his bear but Cyrus also recieved 17 yes 17 extra arrows. He is such a hard worker and it definetly shows in scouting.
He recieved is Weblos book today for his birthday and we are excited to start out strong with in that arena.
Thanks to all of you family members that gave him great gifts of what he wanted (money). He had 100 today from his family (toby and I included). Talk about kid in a candy store. He picked Walmart, and was almost frantic in his search for the perfect thing to buy himself. I am so proud of him because he saved more than half of it and offered it to me to pay for some more minutes to talk to dad..bless his heart.
Cyrus is such a character and heart set on being a comedian someday. He is like Toby and I on being able to have people listen even if he is babbling, we just need to tweak the joke telling. (He laughs so hard at his jokes he can't finish the joke)
Cyrus loves to share the gospel and let everyone know of his testimony. He is always having great conversations with people about church and the God loves us as his children. He is very smart and has the heart of his dad. Never giving up no matter what. He has had many obstacles but pushes through. He is great at reminding mom that it is family time and scripture time.
Cyrus has some great athletic ability and I hope it leads to my retirement someday. Not only has he been doing a conditioning class with Elite gymnastics but he is doing flag football with the 10-12 year old and running cirlcles around the older kids. Coach made him a team captain because of his "natural leadership abilities" (coaches words not mine) and I am so excited to see him learn and grow.
I love all my kids and they all have such great individual talents and personalities. Cyrus is very special to me and I am grateful for him being in my life as I have grown up. If you think about it, he has been toted around the country, taken along on every dream and every obstacle I have been on in my adult life. He is such a godsend and I am so blessed to have him here to teach me so many things.
Cyrus has been having much success especially since his Dad has been gone and I wanted to make sure he and everyone else knew how proud of him I am.
We just had a Pack Meeting a couple weeks ago and Cyrus earned his Bear. I am so proud of him. We have been working really hard on this and feel a great amount of pride for his accomplishments. He not only earned his bear but Cyrus also recieved 17 yes 17 extra arrows. He is such a hard worker and it definetly shows in scouting.
He recieved is Weblos book today for his birthday and we are excited to start out strong with in that arena.
Thanks to all of you family members that gave him great gifts of what he wanted (money). He had 100 today from his family (toby and I included). Talk about kid in a candy store. He picked Walmart, and was almost frantic in his search for the perfect thing to buy himself. I am so proud of him because he saved more than half of it and offered it to me to pay for some more minutes to talk to dad..bless his heart.
Cyrus is such a character and heart set on being a comedian someday. He is like Toby and I on being able to have people listen even if he is babbling, we just need to tweak the joke telling. (He laughs so hard at his jokes he can't finish the joke)
Cyrus loves to share the gospel and let everyone know of his testimony. He is always having great conversations with people about church and the God loves us as his children. He is very smart and has the heart of his dad. Never giving up no matter what. He has had many obstacles but pushes through. He is great at reminding mom that it is family time and scripture time.
Cyrus has some great athletic ability and I hope it leads to my retirement someday. Not only has he been doing a conditioning class with Elite gymnastics but he is doing flag football with the 10-12 year old and running cirlcles around the older kids. Coach made him a team captain because of his "natural leadership abilities" (coaches words not mine) and I am so excited to see him learn and grow.
I love all my kids and they all have such great individual talents and personalities. Cyrus is very special to me and I am grateful for him being in my life as I have grown up. If you think about it, he has been toted around the country, taken along on every dream and every obstacle I have been on in my adult life. He is such a godsend and I am so blessed to have him here to teach me so many things.
Always look good enough for your picture to end up online
I was yet again running around this week and trying to fill our time with great wholesome/free activities. We have a great program here called Waiting Families. The government gives so much money to have some free activities to do while we "wait" for our family member. At first I was skeptical on how a free dinner would make up for my husband being gone, but it really turned out to be a great outlet for us.
They have free bowling and pizza one night a month and free dinner and games at the local arcade place another night a month. I was going to sign up for the free bowling that was going to take place on Saturday of last week. They all know me because I am always toting my kids around and lets be honest, we are a good bunch. Anyway, there is some lady complaining behind me that nobody is showing up.
Showing up? What for? It was apparently military spouse appreciation day. Who knew? I guess not really anyone because the press were showing up and no wives were there except for the ones cutting the cake. One lady begged me to stay to show my support and promised a free piece of cake. Long story short I ran to the car and washed the licorice that Cera was eating off her face and tried to fix Carmens hair. It was wash day for me so I had on my not favorite clothes. Why would it matter I thought that day. I wasn't doing any Mary Kay, so who cares what I look like. BAD MISTAKE
Press were there and of course panning up and down me and my kids standing next to the cake cutting. I called a friend after to ask tell her to probably watch for me on the news that night and not laugh too hard. NO NO
I get an instant message from one of Tobys friends who was going to login into the the worldwide AKO website.. there lies a picture of me and my girls!! Are you kidding? Nope there I was waiting for my free piece of cake. The website it was on is literally seen by thousands of soldiers and their families.
Not only that but then I was following a story that led me to Military.com there lies a story of spouse appreciation day and there again is a picture of the Tennysons.
I hope you don't take this wrong because I don't mind my picture being on good websites like these, but it is just a lesson I should be on top of my game if I am allowing press to take my picture. Guess this might be the end of Carmen dressing herself for awhile.
Side note: I contacted the guy that took my picture and told him when I am Mrs Texas next year I will be back and give him a real story!! He laughed so I guess he isn't interested. Oh well..it's all fun until you end up online not looking your best.
They have free bowling and pizza one night a month and free dinner and games at the local arcade place another night a month. I was going to sign up for the free bowling that was going to take place on Saturday of last week. They all know me because I am always toting my kids around and lets be honest, we are a good bunch. Anyway, there is some lady complaining behind me that nobody is showing up.
Showing up? What for? It was apparently military spouse appreciation day. Who knew? I guess not really anyone because the press were showing up and no wives were there except for the ones cutting the cake. One lady begged me to stay to show my support and promised a free piece of cake. Long story short I ran to the car and washed the licorice that Cera was eating off her face and tried to fix Carmens hair. It was wash day for me so I had on my not favorite clothes. Why would it matter I thought that day. I wasn't doing any Mary Kay, so who cares what I look like. BAD MISTAKE
Press were there and of course panning up and down me and my kids standing next to the cake cutting. I called a friend after to ask tell her to probably watch for me on the news that night and not laugh too hard. NO NO
I get an instant message from one of Tobys friends who was going to login into the the worldwide AKO website.. there lies a picture of me and my girls!! Are you kidding? Nope there I was waiting for my free piece of cake. The website it was on is literally seen by thousands of soldiers and their families.
Not only that but then I was following a story that led me to Military.com there lies a story of spouse appreciation day and there again is a picture of the Tennysons.
I hope you don't take this wrong because I don't mind my picture being on good websites like these, but it is just a lesson I should be on top of my game if I am allowing press to take my picture. Guess this might be the end of Carmen dressing herself for awhile.
Side note: I contacted the guy that took my picture and told him when I am Mrs Texas next year I will be back and give him a real story!! He laughed so I guess he isn't interested. Oh well..it's all fun until you end up online not looking your best.
Mothers Day program
I arrive to church on Sunday about 20 minutes early to greet new visitors and talk to the missionaries about any new successes and what I can do to help. I had a new friend that moved here and was waiting for her families arrival so we could meet in person.
I am the Primary Chorister but had forgotten to actually let the Bishopric know that I had prepared the kids to sing the rest hymn. The Primary Presidency was recently changed so I guess that detail had been forgotten. The kids were so excited however so I had to stand up and go to the front to tell the Bishop of the changes.
Rest hymn time comes and I tell the kids to come up..oh man I was praying my little heart out that it would sound good. We sang the "I see my mother kneeling song". As I sit here I can't remember the title and don't want to get up to look, so I hope you all know what I am talking about. We sing the first and second verse together and then girls and boys split.
We start out and it is going great..all the sunbeams are even singing the right words loudly. There is one random trying to stick his fingers in the piano but you can't have everything perfect right? We break to parts and oh man.....I start bawling. That is the one reason I didn't want to accept this calling. I cry when I feel the spirit and to always be hearing these sweet kids singing, I have to constantly hold it back. The poor bishopric start handing me kleenex and we finish!!!
They were AWESOME!! Seriously, I am so excited for the program in the fall..All the mothers felt loved and everyone felt the spirit. YAY... I am so grateful for faith building experiences and the opportunities I have been in lately to participate in them.
I am the Primary Chorister but had forgotten to actually let the Bishopric know that I had prepared the kids to sing the rest hymn. The Primary Presidency was recently changed so I guess that detail had been forgotten. The kids were so excited however so I had to stand up and go to the front to tell the Bishop of the changes.
Rest hymn time comes and I tell the kids to come up..oh man I was praying my little heart out that it would sound good. We sang the "I see my mother kneeling song". As I sit here I can't remember the title and don't want to get up to look, so I hope you all know what I am talking about. We sing the first and second verse together and then girls and boys split.
We start out and it is going great..all the sunbeams are even singing the right words loudly. There is one random trying to stick his fingers in the piano but you can't have everything perfect right? We break to parts and oh man.....I start bawling. That is the one reason I didn't want to accept this calling. I cry when I feel the spirit and to always be hearing these sweet kids singing, I have to constantly hold it back. The poor bishopric start handing me kleenex and we finish!!!
They were AWESOME!! Seriously, I am so excited for the program in the fall..All the mothers felt loved and everyone felt the spirit. YAY... I am so grateful for faith building experiences and the opportunities I have been in lately to participate in them.
I've missed you
I have felt out of touch from my blogspot and happy to be back. I have had many fantastic things this week and so excited to share.
Since my back is better I am back on track with the gym and think I am slamming through the stupid plataeu I hit. First things first..I ran 3 miles today non stop. I know for some that is nothing but for me I have kindof worked on my 2 mile time because that was my goal and now that I have that down, am moving on in the running world.
Not only did I do 3 miles with no problem, but in 40 minutes..I am so excited. I did stop there because my knee was hurting, but am so proud of myself. I continued on to do a good 13 minutes on the stair climber (which I hate.) Yay me
Cera is amazing me these days and changes hourly I swear. We have been working on some sign language to communicate instead of just yelling at me, so that is fun to see her do. She is starting to recognize Dad as Dad and that is fun. He kindof left at a wierd time where she called everything dad so we didn't know if she would remeber. When she sees a picture or hears his voice though now she knows the difference. She is no longer walking but running everywhere. Very verbal and is very strong willed..I so wonder where she gets that from?
Cyrus and Courtney are nearing the end of the school year and so excited for Memorial when all the pools open here. It is already in the 90's and climbing everyday. Carmen is such a joy!! She seriously is the funniest kid I have ever known. Man does she put on a good show everywhere. We are already the site to see with all the blondes in the middle of a town full of hispanic people, so her smile just about gets her whatever she wants from anybody.
Toby made it back to his "home" safely and I am grateful for that. He found some friends that respect his moral beliefs so life is back to an OK state for him.
Life is busy as usual and I am so thankful for that.
Since my back is better I am back on track with the gym and think I am slamming through the stupid plataeu I hit. First things first..I ran 3 miles today non stop. I know for some that is nothing but for me I have kindof worked on my 2 mile time because that was my goal and now that I have that down, am moving on in the running world.
Not only did I do 3 miles with no problem, but in 40 minutes..I am so excited. I did stop there because my knee was hurting, but am so proud of myself. I continued on to do a good 13 minutes on the stair climber (which I hate.) Yay me
Cera is amazing me these days and changes hourly I swear. We have been working on some sign language to communicate instead of just yelling at me, so that is fun to see her do. She is starting to recognize Dad as Dad and that is fun. He kindof left at a wierd time where she called everything dad so we didn't know if she would remeber. When she sees a picture or hears his voice though now she knows the difference. She is no longer walking but running everywhere. Very verbal and is very strong willed..I so wonder where she gets that from?
Cyrus and Courtney are nearing the end of the school year and so excited for Memorial when all the pools open here. It is already in the 90's and climbing everyday. Carmen is such a joy!! She seriously is the funniest kid I have ever known. Man does she put on a good show everywhere. We are already the site to see with all the blondes in the middle of a town full of hispanic people, so her smile just about gets her whatever she wants from anybody.
Toby made it back to his "home" safely and I am grateful for that. He found some friends that respect his moral beliefs so life is back to an OK state for him.
Life is busy as usual and I am so thankful for that.
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Its like it never happened
Tuesday turned out to be a crazy day with feeding the missionaries and running some needed errands. I got through it however and my back was feeling ok..It was still stiff, but not painful like sunday and most of monday.
I have just been taking a couple advil's here and there, but sleeping was not a problem and this morning, I woke up to a back that acted as if it never happened. What in the world? Now I am starting to think someone is just playing with me to see how much I can handle..I passed I guess and hope it doesn't happen again.
I did have my doctors appt however this morning and once again am very disappointed in the medical care we recieve on post. This doctor seems to think I have acid reflux even though I never have heartburn (if you can figure that out let me know)
I demanded some blood work to be done and a couple other tests that he was very reluctant on. He has too, I don't sacrafice to live without my husband to be treated like crap!!
So the tests will be back soon and I will let you all know if anything is found.
Cyrus also had an appt today and got his blood drawn for the first time. I can't believe he is 10 and has never had to do that before. I am so blessed at my kids being so healthy.
Anyway, despite some major back drama over the weekend and some ongoing illness that cannot be treated I am headed to the gym tomorrow and am bound to have a healthy, productive day!!
I have just been taking a couple advil's here and there, but sleeping was not a problem and this morning, I woke up to a back that acted as if it never happened. What in the world? Now I am starting to think someone is just playing with me to see how much I can handle..I passed I guess and hope it doesn't happen again.
I did have my doctors appt however this morning and once again am very disappointed in the medical care we recieve on post. This doctor seems to think I have acid reflux even though I never have heartburn (if you can figure that out let me know)
I demanded some blood work to be done and a couple other tests that he was very reluctant on. He has too, I don't sacrafice to live without my husband to be treated like crap!!
So the tests will be back soon and I will let you all know if anything is found.
Cyrus also had an appt today and got his blood drawn for the first time. I can't believe he is 10 and has never had to do that before. I am so blessed at my kids being so healthy.
Anyway, despite some major back drama over the weekend and some ongoing illness that cannot be treated I am headed to the gym tomorrow and am bound to have a healthy, productive day!!
Sunday, May 4, 2008
She told me so
I hate to admit it but months ago I blogged about someone telling me to take it easy and not overwhelm myself and I thought she was full of it. Today I finally realized that she is so wise and that I wish i would have taken her advice.
After this incident today I am really trying to figure out this whole being alone thing. My kids and I are having a good time and the time is flying by but there are many times recently that I should have said no to many things.
She suggested that I take a day off and I thought that to be ridiculous, but she was right..ok she was right. I am having a blast and trying to better myself but have just decided until I figure out why I am sick and start getting better I am going to slow it down.
I scared Courtny pretty bad on the way to the gym the other day and never want that to happen again, so regretfully I am giving myself a couple days off. At least until after my physical.
I just have to take care of stuff system wise and feel like if I don't things will start to take over my life..ie:other peoples drama.
It is really going to be crappy not working out for a couple days, but I am sure my body will manage. I will still eat good, because I have made a lifestyle change but am taking a break.
After this incident today I am really trying to figure out this whole being alone thing. My kids and I are having a good time and the time is flying by but there are many times recently that I should have said no to many things.
She suggested that I take a day off and I thought that to be ridiculous, but she was right..ok she was right. I am having a blast and trying to better myself but have just decided until I figure out why I am sick and start getting better I am going to slow it down.
I scared Courtny pretty bad on the way to the gym the other day and never want that to happen again, so regretfully I am giving myself a couple days off. At least until after my physical.
I just have to take care of stuff system wise and feel like if I don't things will start to take over my life..ie:other peoples drama.
It is really going to be crappy not working out for a couple days, but I am sure my body will manage. I will still eat good, because I have made a lifestyle change but am taking a break.
Sunday Catastrophy
I hope I even spelled that right, but really don't care right now. I have had one of the worst days of this year and am really bummed.
Sunday started out great with fast sunday for the older kids and eggs and toast for the babies. We got out the door headed to church about 30 minutes early. I was really excited about that and the kids seemed to be in good moods as well. What a great day I thought.
We got to church and greeted everyone like usual. I like to go early and meet all the new families or investigaters. Everything was great. Got a seat in front of the senior missionaries who always want to help me out with the kids so life couldn't get better.
Sacrament meeting started and Cera was not about to sit for two minutes. I managed to have her be quiet for the sacrament with almost shoving licorice down her throat. I had to keep her mouth full to be quiet. After that I just had to go to the foyer. I really felt I wanted to bear my testimony and went back in to have cyrus pushing courtney over in the pew. They have never misbehaved in church before so I was dumbfounded. I got Cera settled enough and bore my testimony and then took her out again.
I was leading the senior primary and finishing up with Cera in my arms when my back started to hurt and I had to take my heels off. I went to sit down AND my back blew out...ok so I don't know if it is blown out per se, but crap it hurt. I had Courtney take Cera out of my arms and out of the primary room. I followed and found that my back was ok standing. I proceeded to get ready to go and talk to the missionaries about any friends i wasnted to share the gospel with and dinner with us on Tuesday night. Church was over and I could not hold the girls. Some randoms helped me to my car and buckled the kids in. OUCH!!! my back was in serious pain and I didn't know how to get me and my kids home. Liz Tennyson has a problem with asking for help. Finally decided to suck it up and backed myself into the driver seat. It only hurt to sit, push the gas and the break, so I was ok right..lol
Anyway, got to my house to find out that sometime in the last day the bed I was holding for a friend moving into town had been stollen. Seriously!! I made a quick police report and called her to let her know she no longer had a bed. I drove to a friends house just in case I had to go to the ER. I probably should have gone, but who can take 4 kids when they already have 4 or 5 themselves and the ER visit would take probably 6 hours.
Suck it up again and had lunch at a great friends with great company. Finally got in so much pain I decided we needed to leave or I would not be able to drive. No medications seem to be working.
I am home now and typing while standing. I have tried to sit and it is painful. I have tried to lay down and it is also painful. Bodily functions (sorry so personal) were an adventure. I hope I don't have to sleep standing because my legs are tired.
I have a physical on Wednesday and hope to make it that far. I have the missionaries coming for dinner on Tuesday so maybe I will ask for a blessing. I just keep hoping and praying it will go away. What do people do when they are like this? I am all alone here. I have been throwing up all week and getting very weak dispite my very healthy food choices. Can a 30 year old body seriously break down?
Ok, so the kids are in bed and I am hoping this heating pad starts to make me feel better, or I don't know what to do.
Anyway, better go pray for some peace.
Sunday started out great with fast sunday for the older kids and eggs and toast for the babies. We got out the door headed to church about 30 minutes early. I was really excited about that and the kids seemed to be in good moods as well. What a great day I thought.
We got to church and greeted everyone like usual. I like to go early and meet all the new families or investigaters. Everything was great. Got a seat in front of the senior missionaries who always want to help me out with the kids so life couldn't get better.
Sacrament meeting started and Cera was not about to sit for two minutes. I managed to have her be quiet for the sacrament with almost shoving licorice down her throat. I had to keep her mouth full to be quiet. After that I just had to go to the foyer. I really felt I wanted to bear my testimony and went back in to have cyrus pushing courtney over in the pew. They have never misbehaved in church before so I was dumbfounded. I got Cera settled enough and bore my testimony and then took her out again.
I was leading the senior primary and finishing up with Cera in my arms when my back started to hurt and I had to take my heels off. I went to sit down AND my back blew out...ok so I don't know if it is blown out per se, but crap it hurt. I had Courtney take Cera out of my arms and out of the primary room. I followed and found that my back was ok standing. I proceeded to get ready to go and talk to the missionaries about any friends i wasnted to share the gospel with and dinner with us on Tuesday night. Church was over and I could not hold the girls. Some randoms helped me to my car and buckled the kids in. OUCH!!! my back was in serious pain and I didn't know how to get me and my kids home. Liz Tennyson has a problem with asking for help. Finally decided to suck it up and backed myself into the driver seat. It only hurt to sit, push the gas and the break, so I was ok right..lol
Anyway, got to my house to find out that sometime in the last day the bed I was holding for a friend moving into town had been stollen. Seriously!! I made a quick police report and called her to let her know she no longer had a bed. I drove to a friends house just in case I had to go to the ER. I probably should have gone, but who can take 4 kids when they already have 4 or 5 themselves and the ER visit would take probably 6 hours.
Suck it up again and had lunch at a great friends with great company. Finally got in so much pain I decided we needed to leave or I would not be able to drive. No medications seem to be working.
I am home now and typing while standing. I have tried to sit and it is painful. I have tried to lay down and it is also painful. Bodily functions (sorry so personal) were an adventure. I hope I don't have to sleep standing because my legs are tired.
I have a physical on Wednesday and hope to make it that far. I have the missionaries coming for dinner on Tuesday so maybe I will ask for a blessing. I just keep hoping and praying it will go away. What do people do when they are like this? I am all alone here. I have been throwing up all week and getting very weak dispite my very healthy food choices. Can a 30 year old body seriously break down?
Ok, so the kids are in bed and I am hoping this heating pad starts to make me feel better, or I don't know what to do.
Anyway, better go pray for some peace.
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