3 more days and...

Summer school will be over! I can't wait.  This was my first experience working summer school and sadly, it will be my last.  I truly don't like it.  Here we are, busting our butts with our kids during the year, really working with them and helping them learn. Thinking along the way, that the other classrooms within our program are run the same way. {they are supposed to be} Only to see first hand, through these summer school kids, that they are not.  What are these other teachers teaching them?  Why are they still teaching? I do understand that some if it is their home environment, but basic classroom rules like sitting in circle time, washing your hands before eating and after using the bathroom, or even walking in a line.  Honestly!  This is what I needed tonight {and is on my Chicago trip list) Love. Grand Lux!

Swimsuit dismay

I went shopping with my 14 year old tonight, in hopes of finding a swimming suit.  Do you know how hard it is to find an appropriate suit for her age.  Should a 14 year old really be showing off that much skin? I don't think so! But as she reminded me in the store... I am old.  We compromised, found a tankini that mostly covers her, the bottoms are tie at the side, but we board short cover ups it's a win-win for all involved.  I need a drink!

Re-organization

So a few weeks back, possibly a month ago I cleaned out my closet to gather items for Goodwill and came up with a little more than 4 bags of goodies for them. {I haven't brought them the bags yet, but it is on my to-do list} I don't know why I didn't do that at the time but today I completely emptied my closet and organized all my clothing. Whew!  Hopefully I can keep it this way. 

A little hard work never hurt anyone

Before I start...  today is my 100th post!  Hip-hip Hooray!  Anyway, this pic is pretty self explanatory. Our lovely daughter wants to earn some cash and she isn't old enough to obtain employment at the mall, grocery store and etc, so we told her she could do extra chores around the house for money.  I wonder if she is regretting this choice.  A little hard work never hurt anyone.

No cone for Nugget

Our dog Nugget has a few warts {did you know dog's get warts?} and up until now she has left them alone.  After playing outside she decided to gnaw at her leg until she bit it open. After that she ate whatever she tore off {eew!} and tried to lick the carpet clean where she was bleeding. {so thoughtful} So I took her outside, got the bleeding to stop and attempted to bandage her leg because I didn't want to take her to the emergency vet at 11 pm.  Seemed to work and she left it alone.  Well, morning arrived and after her breakfast, breakfast treat and morning doody, tore off the bandage and reopened the wound to the point I couldn't get it to stop bleeding. Luckily our vet opened at 7 and I was able to drop her off to be tended to while I went to work.  No stitches were needed and they didn't remove the wart {well, what was left of it} like I was hoping.  Instead they bandaged her up and want it to heal on its own. We have to go back in 5 days to see if it worked.  I thought for sure she would need at cone around her head to not bother the bandage, but she is leaving it alone.  Guess you need to have the vet's touch.  

Welcome to the digi world

Well, I swore up and down that I would never try digital scrapbooking. Ever! But then I received a coupon from the checkout at my local Target for a free... that's right FREE photo book.  And I mean, who can turn down free! So I took the plunge today and created my first digital book.  It was really simple and a little fun too.  I can see why some people love it.  It's quick, and no bulky tools, adhesives or inks involved. However... I love my bulky tools, adhesives and inks. Not to mention paper, stickers and bling.  You haven't won me over completely digi scrapbooking.  And if another free book happens to fall into my lap, I won't be so quick to turn my nose up at it.  {Will share a pic of it when it arrives) 

Happy Father's Day!

Within the past few years, Father's Day has taken on a dual meaning for me.... celebration and remembrance.  I celebrate the wonderful father my husband is to our two beautiful children.  He teaches our kids by example to work hard, be loving, kind and generous.  He teaches our kids by hands on experience to have fun and enjoy life.  We are so lucky to have him in our lives.  As I celebrate this, I am also remembering my own amazing father; who not unlike Dan, raised his children in the exact same way.  He taught us through example that hard work pays off, love is unconditional and that faith is what is needed when times get tough. {and duck tape and WD-40 is fit for almost any fix-it situation} In his later years he showed us that life is a gift and time is fleeting.  It's hard to let a love one go...   It will be 3 years on Tuesday that my Dad was relieved of all his suffering that Alzheimer's caused.  I miss you Dad! And I love you Dan! Happy Father's Day!

Sports physical time

I am sitting here at home relaxing. Enjoying the quiet time while my lovely hubby had his turn at taking our 17 year old for his yearly doctor/sports physical visit.  I figured it would be a nice bonding time for the men to go together.  Emily and I have our turn in July for her visit.

Trying to get back on that blog horse

I really have no excuse for the lack of entries.  No one is injured, computer and camera are both working and my life is far from dull.  {I am very grateful for all of that!} The only excuse that comes to mind is... I am lazy!  June has been a pretty busy month, a family get together for my great nephew's baptism and working during the week.  {Do you know how hard it is to work summer school when you usually are smart enough to say no? } So here is my attempt at getting back on the horse.

If life seems upside down....

...make Pineapple Upside Down Cake.  It looked so good. If it only tasted as good as it looked. For some reason it wasn't done in the middle... at all.  I baked it longer than what the recipe called far and tested it before taking it out of the oven.  Still, only the edges were done.  Tried the edges... yuck!  Don't think I will try it again.  

Love Kohl's

Not only did I find great deals on clothes for my soon to be 1 year old great nephew, but I also found this sign at a great price.  Love. Kohl's.

Having trouble uploading a pics. Will share it when I can.

The most hated household chore...

Most Sundays are a relaxing day for many. Some start their morning attending church services or going to brunch with friends. Since we attend Saturday night services, we like to sleep in on Sunday mornings then curl up on the couch to read the paper or a good book.  However...  this is how I started my Sunday morning...cleaning the toilet.  Which then lead to really scrubbing the shower down; then to mopping the floor.  On Sunday!!  Oh well, at least I am starting the week off squeaky clean. 

My silly girl

It's nice to know my 14yr still has a sense of humor and isn't totally consumed by those horrible teenage hormones.  {just don't tell her I posted this pic on my blog} 

Good luck coming my way

I had a visitor hop on my hand while hiking.  Good luck's coming my way!