This has been a very BUSY week with all that happened last week in addition to normal life.
Tuesday Austin was back at work and it was me bringing the kids. I find myself being very aware and cautious now of every car. The kids went to school and I had breakfast with some friends. It was lovely to hang out with them. One friend was so nice and bought me breakfast and also gave me a new purse/bag. Its been amazing the good that has come out of this whole ordeal. Anyway my day was crazy with running back and forth between the schools. That night Austin had his Men's Group and I stayed home with the littles.
Wednesday another fun and busy day. I had a dentist appointment that morning. UGH I hate going and I knew it had been awhile but honestly it didn't hit me that I had waited a YEAR since my last appt. I knew I was due to go in the fall but life just got busy and I couldn't ever seem to fit it in. Ofcourse I had a cavity too. It was only like my 3rd ever! That night we had church. Its been nice to get back to that routine. The kids love it and we have had a sweet little group on Wednesday nights.
Thursday was my day to come home and enjoy some downtime. It was so peaceful and nice to get to have a couple hours to myself. With all the crazy I hadn't had that opportunity in awhile so it was much needed. That night Colby had Scouts. The boys made maps of their neighborhoods. As always the kids had fun and I am so thankful for that group of friends for us and our boy.
Sunday, January 31, 2016
Saturday, January 30, 2016
Trying to get back to normal
Since my purse was stolen last Friday it has been a week of just trying to process it all and trying to get life back as we knew it.
Sunday I knew we all needed a change. There was a parade that day and I had thought about going but wasn't sure we would be up to it. I decided though that we needed to get back to normal and it was a gorgeous day and that it might very well be the medicine we all needed.
So we went to 1st service. It went well we had about 10 kids. It was busy but I had plenty of help so for that I am always thankful.
After church we stopped to eat at McAlister's. It felt good just to be out as a family and forget the last couple of days worries. We got the parade and it was SO fun! We met up with several friends. The kids had a blast and it was so fun seeing it and hanging out with friends. Lindsay is a parade natural and just had the best time! I loved watching her!
That afternoon we relaxed and tried to get a few things done around the house.
Monday was another busy day. Austin was off so he went with me to bring the kids. I was still feeling a little shaky about dropping Lindsay off alone. He also went grocery shopping with me. It was fun being able to spend some time together like that and get our life back to normal. The day was ofcourse busy with carpools and dinner. We were able to walk that afternoon which was nice.
Sunday I knew we all needed a change. There was a parade that day and I had thought about going but wasn't sure we would be up to it. I decided though that we needed to get back to normal and it was a gorgeous day and that it might very well be the medicine we all needed.
So we went to 1st service. It went well we had about 10 kids. It was busy but I had plenty of help so for that I am always thankful.
After church we stopped to eat at McAlister's. It felt good just to be out as a family and forget the last couple of days worries. We got the parade and it was SO fun! We met up with several friends. The kids had a blast and it was so fun seeing it and hanging out with friends. Lindsay is a parade natural and just had the best time! I loved watching her!
That afternoon we relaxed and tried to get a few things done around the house.
Monday was another busy day. Austin was off so he went with me to bring the kids. I was still feeling a little shaky about dropping Lindsay off alone. He also went grocery shopping with me. It was fun being able to spend some time together like that and get our life back to normal. The day was ofcourse busy with carpools and dinner. We were able to walk that afternoon which was nice.
Thursday, January 28, 2016
The BAD AND THE UGLY
So as I left off in my last blog about my car. I was so shocked when I discovered the window broken. I was truly in shock. I stood there for a moment not even sure if it was real. I at first thought maybe someone had just bashed the window to be mean or something had hit it. I really didn't even think about my purse. But I looked in and saw it was gone. I was just absolutely stunned. Not only that this could happen at my daughter's preschool but that it could happen in five minutes while I walked her in.
I immediately called Austin b/c I wasn't even sure of what to do. Thank God they didn't take my cell phone. He immediately left work and was on his way after stopping at the bank. I then called 911. I then called my parents. I figured while Austin was dealing with the bank and the cops were trying to get there they would come out. They got there. Ofcourse half the school ended up staying with me as well. We were all stunned, angry, and upset! We ended up waiting 2 hours or more for the cops! And the only reason we got them out there that quickly is b/c of our friend that is in the force. I was thankful for all those who kept me company while we waited.
Finally about 11:15 or so the cop got there. It took awhile for us to get through all that. It was 12 or after before we were finally ready to leave. Austin drove the busted out van and I drove his truck. We came home...regathered our thoughts then went for some lunch. We were both STARVING! We then stopped at the bank. We came back picked up the van dropped it off and went to the DMV. I was never so glad then when I picked the kids up that afternoon and we all got home. It was such a relief after everything. That night was spent trying to sort through details and pick up the pieces. We had many phone calls to make.
Saturday I already felt crazy just trying to adjust to this new life of no purse and no money and no way to pay for things. I had semi-decided on taking the kids to the mall so I could shop for a new wallet and Colby could get some new glasses. While we were getting ready Austin called and said they had written checks. So that made our day crazy. We ended up meeting at my parents house and going to the police station. I was mad that half my day was wasted! I love my weekends and I hated all day I felt like a crazy lady. We were blessed though to run into the same cop and he was able to add the checks to the rest of our report. We ate lunch with my parents then he went back to work and I brought the kids home. We tried to rest and relax the rest of the day and just re-coup from the crazy!
I immediately called Austin b/c I wasn't even sure of what to do. Thank God they didn't take my cell phone. He immediately left work and was on his way after stopping at the bank. I then called 911. I then called my parents. I figured while Austin was dealing with the bank and the cops were trying to get there they would come out. They got there. Ofcourse half the school ended up staying with me as well. We were all stunned, angry, and upset! We ended up waiting 2 hours or more for the cops! And the only reason we got them out there that quickly is b/c of our friend that is in the force. I was thankful for all those who kept me company while we waited.
Finally about 11:15 or so the cop got there. It took awhile for us to get through all that. It was 12 or after before we were finally ready to leave. Austin drove the busted out van and I drove his truck. We came home...regathered our thoughts then went for some lunch. We were both STARVING! We then stopped at the bank. We came back picked up the van dropped it off and went to the DMV. I was never so glad then when I picked the kids up that afternoon and we all got home. It was such a relief after everything. That night was spent trying to sort through details and pick up the pieces. We had many phone calls to make.
Saturday I already felt crazy just trying to adjust to this new life of no purse and no money and no way to pay for things. I had semi-decided on taking the kids to the mall so I could shop for a new wallet and Colby could get some new glasses. While we were getting ready Austin called and said they had written checks. So that made our day crazy. We ended up meeting at my parents house and going to the police station. I was mad that half my day was wasted! I love my weekends and I hated all day I felt like a crazy lady. We were blessed though to run into the same cop and he was able to add the checks to the rest of our report. We ate lunch with my parents then he went back to work and I brought the kids home. We tried to rest and relax the rest of the day and just re-coup from the crazy!
Tuesday, January 26, 2016
School Days....then CRAZY
So we are back into the routines now after a long weekend. Tuesday morning I was excited to get the kids back in school so I could get some me time. I was able to meet some friends for breakfast at Chickfila. I love this time to just hang out and visit. I feel like it encourages me and blesses me for the rest of the week. That night Austin was back to his Men's Group so I enjoyed a quiet evening with the kids.
Wednesday I was able to come home after getting the kids to school and running a couple errands. It was nice to have a little time around the house. We started back to church Wednesday night. It was hard to break the routine of having that night at home but also good to be back. Dinner is always a nice time to catch up and visit with people and then I enjoyed being back with my preschoolers. We had 7 I think so it was busy but not CRAZY!
Thursday I ran a couple errands and once again enjoyed coming home. Its always nice to have that time to myself. That night Colby was supposed to have Cubscouts but it was cancelled.
Friday was when the CRAZY hit. So it was like any other day. I dropped Colby off at school with his king cake. I was in a great mood b/c 1 it was Friday and 2 I was meeting some friends for coffee. Its rare that I do that twice in a week but it just was going to work out this week. I got Lindsay to school. I noticed a black car parked on the street...only b/c her teacher drives a black car. I didn't think anything of it though. We get to her school early so we usually just sit and wait most days. Mrs. Lyn one of Colby's old teachers and a lady I have gotten to know very well arrived about 8:55. I told Lindsay we would get out. We got out and I put on Lindsay's coat and grabbed the king cake and we were visiting with Mrs. Lyn. I never once thought anything of it. We waited for a minute or 2 for them to open the door. We brought the kids in and I headed back to my car. Only to discover the window was broken and someone had stolen my purse!!
Wednesday I was able to come home after getting the kids to school and running a couple errands. It was nice to have a little time around the house. We started back to church Wednesday night. It was hard to break the routine of having that night at home but also good to be back. Dinner is always a nice time to catch up and visit with people and then I enjoyed being back with my preschoolers. We had 7 I think so it was busy but not CRAZY!
Thursday I ran a couple errands and once again enjoyed coming home. Its always nice to have that time to myself. That night Colby was supposed to have Cubscouts but it was cancelled.
Friday was when the CRAZY hit. So it was like any other day. I dropped Colby off at school with his king cake. I was in a great mood b/c 1 it was Friday and 2 I was meeting some friends for coffee. Its rare that I do that twice in a week but it just was going to work out this week. I got Lindsay to school. I noticed a black car parked on the street...only b/c her teacher drives a black car. I didn't think anything of it though. We get to her school early so we usually just sit and wait most days. Mrs. Lyn one of Colby's old teachers and a lady I have gotten to know very well arrived about 8:55. I told Lindsay we would get out. We got out and I put on Lindsay's coat and grabbed the king cake and we were visiting with Mrs. Lyn. I never once thought anything of it. We waited for a minute or 2 for them to open the door. We brought the kids in and I headed back to my car. Only to discover the window was broken and someone had stolen my purse!!
Sunday, January 24, 2016
MLK Weekend
I love January and the fact that 2 weeks after Christmas break we get another break. I love the long weekend in January. Its like a slow start back into the busy life.
Friday Lindsay was off of school. My morning began very busy. I had to drop Colby off at school then bring Lindsay to my parents. It was the 2nd Friday this month she got to spend with them. I know they enjoy having her! I then ran to the grocery then ran home and put it all away. I had a parent-teacher conference at her school at 9:45. I enjoyed meeting with Mrs. Susan. It feels like it was just yesterday I met with her about Colby. She had all great things to say about Lindsay. She said she's so cute and super sweet. She said she participates and gets along well with others. She also mentioned how great her fine motor skills were. She said she can be quiet at circle time but that doesn't surprise me b/c she's quiet even at church sometimes with me as her teacher. After the conference I picked Lindsay up and we headed to Storyland. We were meeting her friend Claire there. We like to do special outtings with the girls and it had been awhile with the holidays and all since we had been on one. Lindsay was super excited to hang out with her friend. The girls pretty much played on their own while we visited which was nice. They ran around and we found a central bench that we could pretty much see the park from. We even brought our lunches and had a little picnic while we were there. Once we left and drove home ofcourse Lindsay fell asleep in the car. I find after that sickness she still isn't back 100% energy wise. I picked her up a milkshake and the two of us came home to rest for a little while. We then picked up Colby. It was a beautiful afternoon so I let them play outside awhile. Austin got home pretty early and brought us take out which was nice. I really don't like cooking on Fridays. That night I was busy baking muffins and the kids watched Cinderella.
Saturday we had to be up WAY early. It was like a normal school day for us. I had a shower at 10 and I promised the hostess that I would be there early to help her set up. I got there around 8:30. It was nice to visit with Ashley and see her home. The shower went well. We had about 10 ladies I think. It was nice to have that adult time. Afterwards I rushed home b/c it was already after 1. I was so tired from the busy week and early morning. I got the kids home and we took a nap. The rest of the day was super low key.
Sunday we had church. We stayed for both services. Since Austin was off and the kids were out of school Monday we figured it was a good time. Plus they were doing the Lord's Supper so we figured that would be good too. It was special being able to go to worship service with the kids. We try to do it once a month or so. They love kids church and I am glad they have their own places but its nice to all be together too! They were both great in church. After church we went to lunch with my parents and Randall & Elizabeth. We rarely ever do anything like that. It was fun getting to visit with everyone. It was a long day though and our afternoon was cut short. We did enjoy some outdoor time though.
Monday was MLK day and ofcourse the kids were out of school. Colby had a Cubscout field trip again. This year they were doing a Flag Ceremony. It was neat for them to learn about the flag and respect for our country and flag. We then took a hike to accomplish one of our other trips as well. The kids had a blast! Its neat that all 3 boys have little sisters! I know our two had a great time and it was so neat just to see them out enjoying nature. We spent the rest of the day at home trying to then get ready for the week ahead.
Friday Lindsay was off of school. My morning began very busy. I had to drop Colby off at school then bring Lindsay to my parents. It was the 2nd Friday this month she got to spend with them. I know they enjoy having her! I then ran to the grocery then ran home and put it all away. I had a parent-teacher conference at her school at 9:45. I enjoyed meeting with Mrs. Susan. It feels like it was just yesterday I met with her about Colby. She had all great things to say about Lindsay. She said she's so cute and super sweet. She said she participates and gets along well with others. She also mentioned how great her fine motor skills were. She said she can be quiet at circle time but that doesn't surprise me b/c she's quiet even at church sometimes with me as her teacher. After the conference I picked Lindsay up and we headed to Storyland. We were meeting her friend Claire there. We like to do special outtings with the girls and it had been awhile with the holidays and all since we had been on one. Lindsay was super excited to hang out with her friend. The girls pretty much played on their own while we visited which was nice. They ran around and we found a central bench that we could pretty much see the park from. We even brought our lunches and had a little picnic while we were there. Once we left and drove home ofcourse Lindsay fell asleep in the car. I find after that sickness she still isn't back 100% energy wise. I picked her up a milkshake and the two of us came home to rest for a little while. We then picked up Colby. It was a beautiful afternoon so I let them play outside awhile. Austin got home pretty early and brought us take out which was nice. I really don't like cooking on Fridays. That night I was busy baking muffins and the kids watched Cinderella.
Saturday we had to be up WAY early. It was like a normal school day for us. I had a shower at 10 and I promised the hostess that I would be there early to help her set up. I got there around 8:30. It was nice to visit with Ashley and see her home. The shower went well. We had about 10 ladies I think. It was nice to have that adult time. Afterwards I rushed home b/c it was already after 1. I was so tired from the busy week and early morning. I got the kids home and we took a nap. The rest of the day was super low key.
Sunday we had church. We stayed for both services. Since Austin was off and the kids were out of school Monday we figured it was a good time. Plus they were doing the Lord's Supper so we figured that would be good too. It was special being able to go to worship service with the kids. We try to do it once a month or so. They love kids church and I am glad they have their own places but its nice to all be together too! They were both great in church. After church we went to lunch with my parents and Randall & Elizabeth. We rarely ever do anything like that. It was fun getting to visit with everyone. It was a long day though and our afternoon was cut short. We did enjoy some outdoor time though.
Monday was MLK day and ofcourse the kids were out of school. Colby had a Cubscout field trip again. This year they were doing a Flag Ceremony. It was neat for them to learn about the flag and respect for our country and flag. We then took a hike to accomplish one of our other trips as well. The kids had a blast! Its neat that all 3 boys have little sisters! I know our two had a great time and it was so neat just to see them out enjoying nature. We spent the rest of the day at home trying to then get ready for the week ahead.
Monday, January 18, 2016
The Busy Life
Last week we were officially back into the swing of things and it felt like a very busy week. Monday was my usual grocery day while the kids were at school. Tuesday the kids had school and I went to Target. Wednesday was my day to come home. I always enjoy some down time at home while the kids are in school. Its a much welcome break. That evening we had a children's leadership training meeting. It was good to be back and see everyone and get excited about a new year ahead in children's ministry. It did mean for a late night though which after a couple months break is going to take some getting used to again. Thursday the kids were in school and I had a hair appointment. I enjoyed the couple hours of down time and visiting with my hair dresser. That whole day was busy then that night we had Cubscouts. They are still learning about the flag and how to properly handle it. It was a good night though and as always Colby and Lindsay had a blast! I cannot believe this year of Cubscouts is winding down though!
Friday, January 15, 2016
Sunday Adventure
Sunday morning we knew church was out since Lindsay had run fever late Saturday afternoon. We had already planned to skip and the idea hit me about going to see the Spillway opened. I have lived here my whole life and never gone to see it. Its only been opened 11 times in almost 100 years so its a pretty big deal. The last time it opened was 2011. We woke up early that morning and got ready for an adventure. Lindsay still wasn't herself but she seemed much better so we decided to try and make it a fun day.
We left the house a little before 9. Our first stop was to get a kingcake from Haydel's. I have been wanting one from there for several years now. We enjoyed telling the kids that's where our wedding cake came from. We continued the drive down River Road which was interesting in itself. Colby really enjoyed the drive but I think Lindsay got bored. We finally made it into Norco. A lot of people came out for this so we had to park over a mile away and walk on the Levee. It was a LONG walk and it was COLD outside. The temps were in the low 40s I think. Poor Lindsay still wasn't feeling good either. We finally made it all the way there and by the time we got there she was coughing and in tears. For a moment I felt like the worst parent ever and thought we were stupid for even trying a trip like this. She wanted to leave so I started the long TREK back with her by myself. The boys stuck around b/c Colby actually wanted to see it. I was glad that he and Austin did get to see it b/c Lindsay and I didn't. We got to see the river and how high it was but she could have cared less. Even on a well day that's just really not her thing. It took us forever to get back. We finally all made it back to the car half frozen. We continued the drive back and again just enjoyed the sights. Lindsay perked up in the car after some juice and snacks. We decided to go ahead and go to lunch. We stopped at Five Guys and had a nice lunch. It was a fun family day...sometime that I felt we needed. It was a great way to end a sickly and long week!
That afternoon we enjoyed time at home and being outside together!
We left the house a little before 9. Our first stop was to get a kingcake from Haydel's. I have been wanting one from there for several years now. We enjoyed telling the kids that's where our wedding cake came from. We continued the drive down River Road which was interesting in itself. Colby really enjoyed the drive but I think Lindsay got bored. We finally made it into Norco. A lot of people came out for this so we had to park over a mile away and walk on the Levee. It was a LONG walk and it was COLD outside. The temps were in the low 40s I think. Poor Lindsay still wasn't feeling good either. We finally made it all the way there and by the time we got there she was coughing and in tears. For a moment I felt like the worst parent ever and thought we were stupid for even trying a trip like this. She wanted to leave so I started the long TREK back with her by myself. The boys stuck around b/c Colby actually wanted to see it. I was glad that he and Austin did get to see it b/c Lindsay and I didn't. We got to see the river and how high it was but she could have cared less. Even on a well day that's just really not her thing. It took us forever to get back. We finally all made it back to the car half frozen. We continued the drive back and again just enjoyed the sights. Lindsay perked up in the car after some juice and snacks. We decided to go ahead and go to lunch. We stopped at Five Guys and had a nice lunch. It was a fun family day...sometime that I felt we needed. It was a great way to end a sickly and long week!
That afternoon we enjoyed time at home and being outside together!
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