Leave her alone OR pick her up?

The three stages of crying yourself to sleep. The guilt part, leave her there or put her in the bed for naptime! Hmmm...what would you do? :)

Slow to Sleep!

After lunch, I gave her sliced apples, she threw them on the floor. So, off to time out time she went! Ohh!!! Well, look a here--She cried herself to sleep! Awwwww :) she was tired!!!

Daddy's BABY!!!!

Reading books to Gracen while she's sitting on the potty chair :). Love it.

ITT & the NEX Mall are hosting a New Orleans Travel Expo on August 3, 2011 from 10 am - 1 pm at the NEX Mall, Hwy 98 on Corry Station. There will be a number of vendors showing off what they have to offer and providing information on lodging, attractions and dinning. This is a FREE event and there will be door prizes and coupons. For more information, please call the ITT office at 452-6354. http://naspensacola-mwr.com/tours/NOExpo.htm

Kids and Competition!

The looks on the girls faces are PRICELESS!

My friend Carla asked Darrin to keep an eye on her daughter while she went to go and fix the kids plates at the after church BBQ.

Needless to say, Gracen was NOT happy about him holding another baby, so as you can see, he was left holding TWO babies!  Thank Goodness for the tent to shade from the hot sun!

I kept thinking, Carla, hurry up and come get your baby girl.  She's NOT happy about this situation at all.  

Too Funny! 

Monthly Playdates

Our Playgroup usually meets about once a month for fun, fellowship, games and food.  We have always had a GREAT turnout and this past month was outstanding.  We played new ice breaker games and the kids had a blast playing with the toys and a random milk crate.  Isn't it funny how kids find the simplest things to enjoy in life.  So sweet!

Looking forward to next month's event!  If you are in the local area, please consider joining us.  

Have you ever wondered...

I have often wondered if I am the friend that treats friends the way I want to be treated but, I am always on the short end of the stick.  Sad but, very true sometimes.  WHY me?

Wow. The nerve of some people.

Me and my big mouth.  Always trying to help people and look where it gets me.  From this moment on, I will NOT be putting myself "out there" to help anyone else.  I have NEVER asked for acknowledgement.  I have always done things from the kindness of my heart and what happens?  I get BITTEN!  I am done.

WRITE what's WRONG!

Write what's Wrong!

Question: What would YOU do if YOUR child told you they didn't receive a "treat" and every other kid received one at a kids event. Please, post what YOU would do. Thanks.

Momsweb Meditation - Slow to Yell--Rural roads with signs warning of cattle crossing is where I found myself Sunday while driving home from another basketball tournament. Firstborn programmed the GPS and instead of the main highway, we were on country roads. I was furious because I was past tired. Hubby wasn't with us this time, so I was forced to pay attention to directions. I asked Firstborn if he did everything correctly and of course he said he did, but this was supposedly a quicker route. Excuse me? I was fuming. No, I was pissed.? I felt like crying each time the agitating GPS voice told me to turn left or right onto some unknown back road. I wanted to fuss and yell at Firstborn, but he already endured this during the tournament, so I granted him mercy. I was so tired, I couldn't think straight to pray. The only scripture that came to mind was the one I didn't want to remember - be slow to anger. Sigh.
I finally reached a place, mentally, to think reasonably and pray, but looked at the gas tank showing less than a quarter tank. No gas stations were on any of these roads, but we did see two donkeys and a deer. I felt anger stirring again, but this time I prayed for peace. I knew Firstborn was only trying to get us home quicker and my yelling would only make him feel worse. My peace didn't come immediately, but focusing on God and trusting Him to save me from the back roads and my anger invited peace. Anger is a monster waiting to be awakened by a simple word, action, or thought. I knew my anger wouldn't help the situation, so I shut up and continued following the agitating GPS voice. An hour later, we met the highway and a gas station. Firstborn sighed with relief and went to sleep without being yelled at.
Did the rural route save time? No, but I learned that anger gives absolutely no direction!
Have a marvelous Monday and be slow to anger!
perfect peace,
laVender s. williams
www.lavenderwilliams.com
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Summer Home Schooling Routine!

Waiting for today's lessons to begin with the kids. I need my cup of coffee first. Ahhh, the silence. Shhhh...do you hear that? :)

Have you ever heard a song that explained just how you're feeling about a certain topic or situation? While watching the Fresh Beat Band with the kids, this song played and the words are so true! http://freshbeatband.wikia.com/wiki/Friends_Give_Friends_A_Hand_Lyrics

The Big HELPER!!!

The biggest helper! DJ helped organize (by color) all of Gracen's barrettes and hair bows today! Teamwork! Teamwork!

I am so OVER this!!!

My amazon delivery won't arrive until Tuesday. I REFUSE to pay this much for diapers when I can get them 30% off! Looks like operation potty training is in FULL effect.

Happy, Happy, Joy, Joy!

On the way to the beach with the family! I am going to have a blast. The huge smile on my face says it all.

The Souffle Queen!

How Sweet! I truly LOVE personalized notes and the handwritten ones are the BEST!

All things DEEDRA!

My friend DEEDRA is the BEST!

I have mentioned her on many occasions on my blog.  HERE and HERE and HERE and HERE and HERE (when I was SUPER PREGGO AND READY TO POP!) this is by far the BEST news ever!

Look WHO she met in PERSON!  WOW!!! 

Go on DEEDRA!  LOVE IT!

Battle: Los Angeles was filmed in LA. Not California. !Louisiana! Are we the only ones to wait until after the credits roll and end to leave the theater? We always try to guess where a movie was filmed. Why? I have NO idea. Good Night!

Gracen just scribbled all over my target printable coupons. Can't blame her! It's MY fault. I left the coupons in the printer and she made me pretty pictures. I wonder if target will think they're cute and accept the scribbled coupons. *sigh*

Brains! How many of us have them?

This is why I need a vacation! I have been misplacing and OVER organizing things to the point where I can't find it. Ugh! Calgon, take me away!

Money in my pocket!!

Ladies! Heres a quick, fun and money savings tip! Go to your pantry/fridge and write down your top 10fav products. Call the company and ask for coupons! I called this company on tuesday and bam!!!! :)

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Back to School Deals!

When are the DEALS going to begin?  What happened to the 1cent back to school deals on school supplies? $1+up for back to school supplies isn't exciting to me. Please, step up your game. Thanks! #Staples, #Office Depot, #Office Max

Winner Girls Mothers Day Rap 2011

I saw this video on Latonya's Blog!

TOOOOOOOOOOO CUTE!!!! YOU'RE THE BEST MOM, YEAH! BEST MOM EVER, HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY, LADY! You can only get better!!!-----TOOOOOO CUTE!!! I LOVE THE HOOK!!!!!!

I try my best not to be a picky person. When i go out to a restaurant and specifically ask for NO onions. Why would the cook think it's OK to put onions in my food? Then i am left with the label of being picky at the dinner table. Wow, just wow.