So this happened today. That is my brother-in-law, defying the laws of physics and possibly gravity, so he could hang the new light fixture my sister and I found on sale at Lowes. We will probably be banned from Lowes for the next five years. Then this happened. Note to self, don't leave the ladder out after a project is finished. And yes, that is Cora on the ledge. Since the ...
Deployment Day #11
Busy. My sister and her family came down to help for the weekend. We worked from sun up to way past sun down. My brother-in-law tackled every project on my to do list and more. He also was a great guy for my boys to hang around with today. My sister and I spent way too long in Lowes. We bought lights, paint, hardware, and a window shade. It seemed like a good idea at the time. Until ...
Deployment Day #10
Today seemed normal. We picked up, raked leaves, got haircuts, ran errands and got ready for my sister to visit. I thought it would be fun to go out so we headed to our favorite Italian spot. Today was so normal I almost forgot. Until I got my salad. I hate tomatoes. But I usually don't change my order because he'll eat them. I picked them out and pushed them around my plate ...
Deployment Day #9
While making dinner I had this conversation with my four year old. "Daddy's going to die." "Who told you that?" "Big sister." "That's not true, he's not going to die." "Yes he is, he's going to fight a war and die." Deployment sucks. My husband has been deployed to the Middle East for 274 days. These are my real thoughts expressing my heart during his absence. I appreciate your ...
2013 Veterans Day Discounts and Freebies
This coming Monday, November 11, 2013, is Veterans Day. To celebrate many companies offer discounts to veterans as well as active duty military. Here are just a few of the Veterans Day discounts for 2013. Stores and restaurants are often crowded on Veterans Day because of the freebies and discounts. Consider this when planning your dinner or lunch out. Also, remember to call your local ...
Deployment Day #8
It's been one week. We're fine. My new definition of "fine" Teeth brushing: Optional. Try to find your own toothbrush, if you can't use your siblings, if you can't find any toothbrush get a drink of water, swish it around your mouth, and go to bed. Hair brushing: Optional for everyone including me. Homeschool: Not optional. Please be up and at the school table before lunch. Getting ...
