Thanks to everyone-especially Claire and Helen-everything went well for Grandma's 90th birthday bash weekend/reunion. It was a fun filled time that in every aspect a tribute to the love we have for Grandma Smith. I was so pleased with how everything worked out and all seemed to enjoy themselves, including the great-grandchildren.
It will take awhile to process everything and catch up on much needed sleep, but it was so worth it and I am glad that Claire put the pieces in place and made this event occur. Grandma said she was delighted with everything and I am so happy that she is happy. I can't turn back time, I can't change people's choices, but I can help allow new events to happen and I can learn to roll with the punches:)
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Friday, June 12, 2009
Summertime!
It finally is beginning to feel like summer.
We went and got the mulch this afternoon to put down tomorrow. I need to weed first now that my back is finally starting to feel better. Hopefully, it won't take too long as I also need to weed the garden and plant the tomatoes!
Stephen and Sharon are coming on the Sunday after Grandma's 90th birthday party to visit for the afternoon. I still haven't heard from Jeremy when he is arriving, but I am looking forward to having a good visit with both. I need to call Dad and see if he can come with Stephen and Sharon, but most likely, he will be wanting a break from the "fun."
More things to add to my agenda for the summer:
1. Contact Beth
2. Go on field trips
3. Go to IKEA
We went and got the mulch this afternoon to put down tomorrow. I need to weed first now that my back is finally starting to feel better. Hopefully, it won't take too long as I also need to weed the garden and plant the tomatoes!
Stephen and Sharon are coming on the Sunday after Grandma's 90th birthday party to visit for the afternoon. I still haven't heard from Jeremy when he is arriving, but I am looking forward to having a good visit with both. I need to call Dad and see if he can come with Stephen and Sharon, but most likely, he will be wanting a break from the "fun."
More things to add to my agenda for the summer:
1. Contact Beth
2. Go on field trips
3. Go to IKEA
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
School's Out for Summer!
It is officially the first day of summer vacation. Although, I am not on vacation yet. Zane has basketball camp this week, VBS and swimming lessons next week, and swim lessons the following week. Grandma's big bash is that weekend and I am already stressing about it.
It has been a hectic end of the school year without much closure. I am officially checked out of both buildings, but I still haven't checked out mentally. I still need to call Rettig about the time for West to have their band fittings and I am determined to get some lesson planning done this summer.
I must say that at least I am off to a good start. Zane is signed up for the summer reading program at the county library and I have finished two out of three books in a trilogy by Blue Balliett. The first, Chasing Vermeer, had me hooked as it was quick and easy reading. I have actually managed to read almost three books in two weeks. A world record since Zane was born. For juvenille fiction, they are pretty good. Has comparisons to the DaVinci Code, but I haven't read that, just heard about it.
The main goal for the summer is to exercise everyday and also to have Zane do some sort of "school work" so that he doesn't lose anything over the summer. His speech teacher gave us a detailed assignment and the kindergarten teacher also sent home a packet. I am hoping that he not only retains his year of learning, but maybe will improve upon what has been established.
I have started today with a walk around the back forty, but am also hoping to get another walk down to Baker and back when Darin gets home. Tomorrow will be biking and hopefully get an alternating schedule set up for the rest of the summer.
One more JOB for the summer is to PURGE big time! Get rid of Zane's baby stuff, get rid of my STUFF, and clean out the clothes, school items, and maybe Christmas things. Perhaps then I can start doing some scrapbooking and putting things in order. A tall order for sure, but I am hoping to be more disciplined this summer and actually check different things off my list.
Other silly to do items:
1. get eyes and ears checked
2. clean closets/laundry room
3. doing the doctor appointments
4. paint living room
5. get vacation planned to beach
6. get some Christmas shopping done
7. make plates for Christmas
8. enjoy each day:)
It has been a hectic end of the school year without much closure. I am officially checked out of both buildings, but I still haven't checked out mentally. I still need to call Rettig about the time for West to have their band fittings and I am determined to get some lesson planning done this summer.
I must say that at least I am off to a good start. Zane is signed up for the summer reading program at the county library and I have finished two out of three books in a trilogy by Blue Balliett. The first, Chasing Vermeer, had me hooked as it was quick and easy reading. I have actually managed to read almost three books in two weeks. A world record since Zane was born. For juvenille fiction, they are pretty good. Has comparisons to the DaVinci Code, but I haven't read that, just heard about it.
The main goal for the summer is to exercise everyday and also to have Zane do some sort of "school work" so that he doesn't lose anything over the summer. His speech teacher gave us a detailed assignment and the kindergarten teacher also sent home a packet. I am hoping that he not only retains his year of learning, but maybe will improve upon what has been established.
I have started today with a walk around the back forty, but am also hoping to get another walk down to Baker and back when Darin gets home. Tomorrow will be biking and hopefully get an alternating schedule set up for the rest of the summer.
One more JOB for the summer is to PURGE big time! Get rid of Zane's baby stuff, get rid of my STUFF, and clean out the clothes, school items, and maybe Christmas things. Perhaps then I can start doing some scrapbooking and putting things in order. A tall order for sure, but I am hoping to be more disciplined this summer and actually check different things off my list.
Other silly to do items:
1. get eyes and ears checked
2. clean closets/laundry room
3. doing the doctor appointments
4. paint living room
5. get vacation planned to beach
6. get some Christmas shopping done
7. make plates for Christmas
8. enjoy each day:)
Monday, April 20, 2009
The Tooth Fairy Cometh
Zane lost both his teeth this past week. Darin pulled the front right and then Zane fell and hit is mouth over at Connie's and the left was really lose! Darin pulled that one too. So he collected $4 in one week for two teeth. We took pictures of him with just one tooth and then with both front teeth gone. He certainly is cute. It is definitely one of my favorite photos.
OAT week is here so I don't have band at all this week. I still have a lot to get done in the book and the time is going fast. Of course, it isn't going fast enough for the fifth graders. Lisa's class is doing well, but the other two are nothing but rude and disrespectful. I had one student today flat out lie to me about having gum. I specifically asked if she had gum and she said, "No, I have a cough drop." Well, yes, she had a cough drop and gum. That is lying, no way around it. Rude!
I have been trying to lose some weight, except all I do is gain. I NEED TO EXERCISE! I must find a way to walk at least some each day or it will only get worse.
Darin helped me rototill the garden after I spread the peat moss. Zane wanted to play in it and both Darin and I said no. He has to wait until we plant and it rains to get rid of some of the yucky stuff in the peat. Don't need him getting sick from manure or whatever else they use it.
They bought me pumpkin seeds at Big Lots. I am hoping to plant zucchini, tomatoes, and maybe try peppers again, although I don't have much luck with them. I need to get some sunflower seeds too!
OAT week is here so I don't have band at all this week. I still have a lot to get done in the book and the time is going fast. Of course, it isn't going fast enough for the fifth graders. Lisa's class is doing well, but the other two are nothing but rude and disrespectful. I had one student today flat out lie to me about having gum. I specifically asked if she had gum and she said, "No, I have a cough drop." Well, yes, she had a cough drop and gum. That is lying, no way around it. Rude!
I have been trying to lose some weight, except all I do is gain. I NEED TO EXERCISE! I must find a way to walk at least some each day or it will only get worse.
Darin helped me rototill the garden after I spread the peat moss. Zane wanted to play in it and both Darin and I said no. He has to wait until we plant and it rains to get rid of some of the yucky stuff in the peat. Don't need him getting sick from manure or whatever else they use it.
They bought me pumpkin seeds at Big Lots. I am hoping to plant zucchini, tomatoes, and maybe try peppers again, although I don't have much luck with them. I need to get some sunflower seeds too!
Friday, April 3, 2009
End of Spring Break
This is the last work day of spring break 2009. I have basically recuperated from the third nine weeks and the concert at North. Setting everything up and taking everything down all week really drains me any more. I am no spring chicken. It really does catch up with you eventually.
We haven't done much. Too lazy, I suppose. Too tired, in reality. Still not thinking straight, but better today. I am looking forward to getting West completed and then only the COS concert with the fourth graders, end of the school year stuff, and maybe we will see summer. I am hopefully going to take Easter Monday off and go see Helen about pictures for Grandma's 90th. I would like to get started on something soon. Need to see about taking a day off in May for the Blue Angels event in MD, if possible.
We haven't done much. Too lazy, I suppose. Too tired, in reality. Still not thinking straight, but better today. I am looking forward to getting West completed and then only the COS concert with the fourth graders, end of the school year stuff, and maybe we will see summer. I am hopefully going to take Easter Monday off and go see Helen about pictures for Grandma's 90th. I would like to get started on something soon. Need to see about taking a day off in May for the Blue Angels event in MD, if possible.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Grandma turns 90!
My cousin, Claire, is spearheading a birthday party/reunion for my only living grandparent who will be ninety this June. I am very excited to not only help with this event, but see cousins, siblings, and other relatives that I don't get to visit with very often. Plus, my grandmother will LOVE it. I am getting the cake and my other cousin has already volunteered to do a slideshow/powerpoint presentation. So far, two aunts (Jane and Helen) and two cousins (Claire and John) plus families are planning on attending. Hopefully, my two brothers will cooperate and show up as well:)
Friday, February 27, 2009
The Longest Month of the Year
For being the shortest month, it can sometimes seem like the longest month when family members are ill. For me, I can truly say that I am glad to see February go this year. Maybe the germs will go with it.
As any parent can attest, it is absolutely heartbreaking when there is nothing you can do for your child when they are ill and in pain. Although I never really had ear infections, Darin did and he can really understand what Zane is going through. I am amazed at his compassion and love for his child when Zane is ill. I am grateful that Darin can watch him during this time of year when I am swamped with work. It will be different once the concerts are over, and then I can watch Zane while Darin is planting. We seem to have a pretty good give and take. Sometimes things flow well and other times, it can be frustrating. In the long run, it all evens out.
Hopefully, we can spend some time with Dad next weekend, when all the "bugs" are gone. I miss seeing him. It boggles my mind that he is almost seventy. How can that happen? Where does the time go and why didn't I take advantage of it when I was single? Been missing departed ones as more family members, friends, and cohorts have passed away recently. I am praying that Dad stays around for a long time. I need to ask him so many things. Need to write them down so I don't forget when I get the opportunity!
As any parent can attest, it is absolutely heartbreaking when there is nothing you can do for your child when they are ill and in pain. Although I never really had ear infections, Darin did and he can really understand what Zane is going through. I am amazed at his compassion and love for his child when Zane is ill. I am grateful that Darin can watch him during this time of year when I am swamped with work. It will be different once the concerts are over, and then I can watch Zane while Darin is planting. We seem to have a pretty good give and take. Sometimes things flow well and other times, it can be frustrating. In the long run, it all evens out.
Hopefully, we can spend some time with Dad next weekend, when all the "bugs" are gone. I miss seeing him. It boggles my mind that he is almost seventy. How can that happen? Where does the time go and why didn't I take advantage of it when I was single? Been missing departed ones as more family members, friends, and cohorts have passed away recently. I am praying that Dad stays around for a long time. I need to ask him so many things. Need to write them down so I don't forget when I get the opportunity!
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