Okay, I couldn't help putting in a bit of fun fluff. I found the link in Kayla's Blog....so it's her fault. LOL
Not alot going on here...just icky cold weather! I WANT WARMTH! I really am craving warmer weather. I want to get out and put some flowers in....I want to get the garden started.
Other than that.....things are pretty normal. Youngest step-daughter is driving me crasy, but that is pretty normal. We had some words last night.....and I think I made it clear that I WILL NOT put up with anything from her. I don't care if I am the "evil-step mother" to her....I can live with that. :-)
Oh well, I guess I need to get off this computer and get some laundry going...... until later.
Wednesday, April 05, 2006
Another one
| Your Scent is Lemon |
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What Scent Are You?
This one says that my scent is Lemon.
Found some quizes....
| You Are a Carnation |
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What Flower Are You?
Okay, it is not showing up right, but it is supposed to say that I am a carnation.
Saturday, April 01, 2006
Your Spiritual Garden
Your Spiritual Garden
5 ROWS OF PEAS:
Prayer
Prosperity
Promptness
Persistence
Personal Study
5 ROWS OF LETTUCE:
Let us be loyal
Let us show love
Let us be truthful
Let us always progress
Let us maintain intergrity
3 ROWS OF SQUASH:
Squash Gossip
Squash Indifference
Squash Complaining
4 ROWS OF BEETS:
Beat Apathy
Beat wrong desires
Beat discouragement
Beat Satan and his system
2 ROW OF TURNIP:
Turn up at Meeting
Turn up for Field Service
This was posted on one of the boards I frequent. I love this. I think I will print it out and post it on my fridge.
Friday, March 31, 2006
Goodness
Wow, my post from last night was a bit dis-jointed, huh. LOL
I was not only tired, but I had started to post some stuff that I decided I didn't want all over cyber-space. KWIM?
Anyways, I am in a better mood this morning. It is a payday, so I do a larger shopping trip than normal. Plus, since I will be in Culpeper anyways, I will hit the Goodwill store down there! Now, this is not just a "see what I can find" trip, I actually am looking for a new (to us) floor lamp. Ours finally broke beyond repair. I have been scouting around for over a week, and have decided that if I don't find one at Goodwill, I will get a "cheap" one at Walmart. Not ideal, but I really need a lamp. Our living room does not have ceiling light, so at night you can not read in the living room right now. LOL
Well, that is all for now.
Wait....here is my current 10:
1. My relationship with Jehovah and his son, Jesus.
2. My wonderful DH.
3. My children
4. Thrift stores
5. Unlimited long distance! (I talk w/mom almost every morning!)
6. My mom for still being around, miss ya dad!
7. The ability to be a SAHM. Although there is alot of work involved.
8. The warm weather....please stay for awhile.
9. The ability to grow things! Thank you Jehovah!
10. Freecycle....I have gotten some nice things....plus I have blessed a few with items we no longer use.
Okay, that is all for now. If I find anything exciting at Goodwill, I will share.
I was not only tired, but I had started to post some stuff that I decided I didn't want all over cyber-space. KWIM?
Anyways, I am in a better mood this morning. It is a payday, so I do a larger shopping trip than normal. Plus, since I will be in Culpeper anyways, I will hit the Goodwill store down there! Now, this is not just a "see what I can find" trip, I actually am looking for a new (to us) floor lamp. Ours finally broke beyond repair. I have been scouting around for over a week, and have decided that if I don't find one at Goodwill, I will get a "cheap" one at Walmart. Not ideal, but I really need a lamp. Our living room does not have ceiling light, so at night you can not read in the living room right now. LOL
Well, that is all for now.
Wait....here is my current 10:
1. My relationship with Jehovah and his son, Jesus.
2. My wonderful DH.
3. My children
4. Thrift stores
5. Unlimited long distance! (I talk w/mom almost every morning!)
6. My mom for still being around, miss ya dad!
7. The ability to be a SAHM. Although there is alot of work involved.
8. The warm weather....please stay for awhile.
9. The ability to grow things! Thank you Jehovah!
10. Freecycle....I have gotten some nice things....plus I have blessed a few with items we no longer use.
Okay, that is all for now. If I find anything exciting at Goodwill, I will share.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
Another week (and month) coming to an end
Time is just going too fast. It seemed like I was just preparing for THIS week.
This will be short, cuz I want to go to bed. LOL
Nothing exciting happened, but that is not a bad thing.
Had a family picture made on Tuesday....Jenny made a scene, of course. That doesn't surprise me. The picture looks nice and that is all that matters.
Have a great Friday, and if I don't post tomorrow, have a great weekend.
This will be short, cuz I want to go to bed. LOL
Nothing exciting happened, but that is not a bad thing.
Had a family picture made on Tuesday....Jenny made a scene, of course. That doesn't surprise me. The picture looks nice and that is all that matters.
Have a great Friday, and if I don't post tomorrow, have a great weekend.
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
Morning 10
Good morning all,
1. Relationship with Jehovah and his son Jesus Christ.
2. DH
3. My kids
4. My mom
5. My home
6. My pets
7. The funds to attend WW meetings
8. A DH who is very supportive of my WW journey
9. My blog
10. This new day with all it's possiblities!
1. Relationship with Jehovah and his son Jesus Christ.
2. DH
3. My kids
4. My mom
5. My home
6. My pets
7. The funds to attend WW meetings
8. A DH who is very supportive of my WW journey
9. My blog
10. This new day with all it's possiblities!
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Tuesday, 3-28-06
First, here are my 10:
1. My relationship with Jehovah God.
2. My wonderful DH.
3. My family
4. My home that DH works hard to provide for
5. Vetinarians.
6. The health of my cat
7. Being able to be there for Heather (she had to have her cat put to sleep today.)
8. Be able to not work outside the home.
9. The love of a pet
10. My vehicle that works without much cost.
1. My relationship with Jehovah God.
2. My wonderful DH.
3. My family
4. My home that DH works hard to provide for
5. Vetinarians.
6. The health of my cat
7. Being able to be there for Heather (she had to have her cat put to sleep today.)
8. Be able to not work outside the home.
9. The love of a pet
10. My vehicle that works without much cost.
Monday, March 27, 2006
My ten for this morning
1. The ability to have a personal relationship with Jehovah God and his son Jesus Christ.
2. My DH, the best man in this world for me.
3. My beautiful children, and that fact that I have the proud title of "Mommy".
4. My home, it is not big or fancy, but it is ours and I work to make it a refuge for my family.
5. My Mom. She is the one that I look up to, and strive to be like, in everything.
6. My Kitchen Aid mixer, it makes bread baking so easy.
7. My VCR, it helps to entertain my little boy who is home sick from school.
8. My mother's intuition, I have learned to trust it. It has yet to fail me.
9. My cookbooks. They give me inspiration when I feel that our meals are "in a rut".
10. The ability to learn new things.
2. My DH, the best man in this world for me.
3. My beautiful children, and that fact that I have the proud title of "Mommy".
4. My home, it is not big or fancy, but it is ours and I work to make it a refuge for my family.
5. My Mom. She is the one that I look up to, and strive to be like, in everything.
6. My Kitchen Aid mixer, it makes bread baking so easy.
7. My VCR, it helps to entertain my little boy who is home sick from school.
8. My mother's intuition, I have learned to trust it. It has yet to fail me.
9. My cookbooks. They give me inspiration when I feel that our meals are "in a rut".
10. The ability to learn new things.
Friday, March 24, 2006
Ten things I am thankful for today
This is something that is going around on the web, so I thought I would add mine.
1. The ability to have a personal relationship with Jehovah God and his son Jesus Christ.
2. My DH, the best man in this world for me.
3. My beautiful children, and that fact that I have the proud title of "Mommy".
4. My home, it is not big or fancy, but it is ours and I work to make it a refuge for my family.
5. My Mom. She is the one that I look up to, and strive to be like, in everything.
6. The food that I prepare for my family.
7. My health and the health of my family.
8. My front-loading washer and dryer. It makes doing laundry for a family of seven easier.
9. The internet. The friends and information that I have access to with the push of a button.
10. The Dollar Tree store. I bought some very nice scrapping supplies there today.
Okay, those are the ones I can think of right now. Some will never change, but others will change from time to time.
1. The ability to have a personal relationship with Jehovah God and his son Jesus Christ.
2. My DH, the best man in this world for me.
3. My beautiful children, and that fact that I have the proud title of "Mommy".
4. My home, it is not big or fancy, but it is ours and I work to make it a refuge for my family.
5. My Mom. She is the one that I look up to, and strive to be like, in everything.
6. The food that I prepare for my family.
7. My health and the health of my family.
8. My front-loading washer and dryer. It makes doing laundry for a family of seven easier.
9. The internet. The friends and information that I have access to with the push of a button.
10. The Dollar Tree store. I bought some very nice scrapping supplies there today.
Okay, those are the ones I can think of right now. Some will never change, but others will change from time to time.
Friday, March 17, 2006
Weekly tidbits
This week was rather un-eventful. (Which is what I like!)
Picked up DS6 from school on Monday. Poor thing had a bad headache, those dang allergies. Put him in my bed with some tylenol and a good movie on the t.v. That helped. :-)
Tuesday, I had a bit of a tummy bug....or something similar.
Wednesday was WW, down a pound, then some errands that didn't get done on Monday.
Thursday, I spent the day baking for the First grade bake sale for Friday. That was fun. Then DH took the two little ones and me out to eat. That was a VERY nice treat. (The older step kids were working.) Oh....plus the little ones received a nice size box in the mail from Grandma in Texas. They loved their surprises.
Today, was spent RUNNING around all day. I put over 100 miles on my mini van. LOL First dropped DS6 and the brownies/cookies off at school, then headed down to the Super Walmart for groceries. Came back home to put the fridge and freezer items away. Then went to the Dollar store, Safeway and Petco (dang fleas!). Then I needed to get home to feed DD4 before heading BACK to the school to help with the selling of the bake goods. It was really fun. After getting home at about 3:45, I then turned around and took DsS16 to work, ran by the post office, the bank and then the grocery store. WHEW!! I was tired. After resting a bit, I then made a couple of simple pizzas, and now I am "relaxing" on the computer.
Have a great weekend everyone.
Picked up DS6 from school on Monday. Poor thing had a bad headache, those dang allergies. Put him in my bed with some tylenol and a good movie on the t.v. That helped. :-)
Tuesday, I had a bit of a tummy bug....or something similar.
Wednesday was WW, down a pound, then some errands that didn't get done on Monday.
Thursday, I spent the day baking for the First grade bake sale for Friday. That was fun. Then DH took the two little ones and me out to eat. That was a VERY nice treat. (The older step kids were working.) Oh....plus the little ones received a nice size box in the mail from Grandma in Texas. They loved their surprises.
Today, was spent RUNNING around all day. I put over 100 miles on my mini van. LOL First dropped DS6 and the brownies/cookies off at school, then headed down to the Super Walmart for groceries. Came back home to put the fridge and freezer items away. Then went to the Dollar store, Safeway and Petco (dang fleas!). Then I needed to get home to feed DD4 before heading BACK to the school to help with the selling of the bake goods. It was really fun. After getting home at about 3:45, I then turned around and took DsS16 to work, ran by the post office, the bank and then the grocery store. WHEW!! I was tired. After resting a bit, I then made a couple of simple pizzas, and now I am "relaxing" on the computer.
Have a great weekend everyone.
Friday, March 10, 2006
Spring!
Okay, I know it is not officially spring yet......but today has been wonderful!
It is currently 75 degrees outside! Slight breeze, but not chilly. I was out with DD4 earlier planning where I want my flower beds out front. I have these ideas....plus even a couple of sketches, I now have to see if they are do-able. LOL
Not much else is going on, just fight spring fever.
This spring, some of the frugal ideas that I want to implement are:
Putting up a clothesline. Not only to save money on the electric dryer, but I LOVE the smell of sun-dried clothing, sheets and towels!
Building a chicken coop. This is still in the discussion and development stage. I need to make sure that I can devout the time to this. Also, DH wants to spend a week at the beach...so I have to make sure that someone can take care of them while we are gone. This might have to be a project that waits until next spring. Nothing is decided yet.
Put more attention to the garden this year. Last year, we let the weeds take over becasue we had so many other projects that NEEDED to get done. This year, there are fewer "have to's" around the house. I also plan to invest in more established plants instead of seeds. I am not experienced enough to start my own plants from seeds yet. But I will be someday!
That is all for now.
It is currently 75 degrees outside! Slight breeze, but not chilly. I was out with DD4 earlier planning where I want my flower beds out front. I have these ideas....plus even a couple of sketches, I now have to see if they are do-able. LOL
Not much else is going on, just fight spring fever.
This spring, some of the frugal ideas that I want to implement are:
Putting up a clothesline. Not only to save money on the electric dryer, but I LOVE the smell of sun-dried clothing, sheets and towels!
Building a chicken coop. This is still in the discussion and development stage. I need to make sure that I can devout the time to this. Also, DH wants to spend a week at the beach...so I have to make sure that someone can take care of them while we are gone. This might have to be a project that waits until next spring. Nothing is decided yet.
Put more attention to the garden this year. Last year, we let the weeds take over becasue we had so many other projects that NEEDED to get done. This year, there are fewer "have to's" around the house. I also plan to invest in more established plants instead of seeds. I am not experienced enough to start my own plants from seeds yet. But I will be someday!
That is all for now.
Saturday, February 25, 2006
Kids say the cutest things.....
I was reading the blog of a fellow PH'er (Like Merchant Ships) and it reminded me of something my littlest said the other night to DH. He was letting her eat some chocolate chips in a bowl, and of course, playing around with her by only putting two chips in the bowl. She looked at them and said "only two?" He asked how many she wanted....she said "at least 4 or 3 or 7"...he poured some more in and then asked her "how many is that?" This is her answer...completely deadpan....."Not enough." I lost it....it was so cute.
What is it with kids and their innocent bluntness? My DS6 is called "Mr. Loophole". Seriously, he can figure out how to get around anything! (okay, practically anything. I have learned to word things VERY carefully.) I agree with Meredith......they are sometimes too smart for their own good!
But I would change a thing!
What is it with kids and their innocent bluntness? My DS6 is called "Mr. Loophole". Seriously, he can figure out how to get around anything! (okay, practically anything. I have learned to word things VERY carefully.) I agree with Meredith......they are sometimes too smart for their own good!
But I would change a thing!
Wednesday, February 22, 2006
My Children.....my way.
On one of the message boards that I love, there is a thread concerning a "sister issue".
The issue in a nut-shell....the poster's sister wanted to take her daughter out to eat for her brithday. Nothing wrong there, but she wanted her sister to dress 'appropriately" and to not listen to "her music". Her sister got mad and hung up on her and now she is not sure what to do.
Now, for the responses. I was truly surprised at how many people thought the poster should call and "apologize" for asking her to dress a certain way and to not listen to her own music! Call me old-fashion (which I would not mind!) or even over-protective, but if I am allowing MY child/ren to go with a family member (or even a close friend), that does not mean that I am giving up my right, my God-given right to control what my child is exposed to!
I would be the one OFFENDED if my wishes concerning my children were not respected. Even if the family member/friend did not agree with my decision. Unless I am putting my child/ren in danger or at risk, then they need to respect that I am raising my child/ren the way I (I guess I really should say "we" since my DH and I are usually on the same page) feel is best for them.
Okay, I will put my soap-box away for now. Have a great night everyone.
The issue in a nut-shell....the poster's sister wanted to take her daughter out to eat for her brithday. Nothing wrong there, but she wanted her sister to dress 'appropriately" and to not listen to "her music". Her sister got mad and hung up on her and now she is not sure what to do.
Now, for the responses. I was truly surprised at how many people thought the poster should call and "apologize" for asking her to dress a certain way and to not listen to her own music! Call me old-fashion (which I would not mind!) or even over-protective, but if I am allowing MY child/ren to go with a family member (or even a close friend), that does not mean that I am giving up my right, my God-given right to control what my child is exposed to!
I would be the one OFFENDED if my wishes concerning my children were not respected. Even if the family member/friend did not agree with my decision. Unless I am putting my child/ren in danger or at risk, then they need to respect that I am raising my child/ren the way I (I guess I really should say "we" since my DH and I are usually on the same page) feel is best for them.
Okay, I will put my soap-box away for now. Have a great night everyone.
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
Being Frugal
I haven't posted anything concerning frugality in awhile. That is rather remiss of me, considering the title of this blog.
One of the easiest ways to be frugal is concerning food. Some people show signs of shock when I say that, but it is true. I work very hard in finding ways to reduce the food budget and also the stretch what I do have as far as possible.
First....cook more from scratch. That is the easiest thing to do to reduce your bill. I buy VERY few "convenience" foods. If and when I do purchase them, it is when they are on sale, with a coupon. Every so often, I will be able to get my hands on .50 off one box of Totinos pizza rolls (which I personally think taste like cardboard, but my DsS16 likes them)....now at least once a month one of my local stores sales them during one of their 10 for $10 sales. So, a .50 coupon doubles to $1...thus I pay only tax for the box of pizza rolls. I still have 4 boxes in the freezer from last time. :-) I have gotten several items like that in the past.
I strive to keep my freezers (we have an upright one and the one with the fridge) full of "best price" meats. Then I plan my meals around what I have in the freezer and what is either in my pantry or a "loss-leader" at the stores that week. {loss-leader= items that a store sells at a loss to get you to come in and hopefully buy other items that are not on sale}
A price book also comes in handy. This is a little notebook that I use to keep track of prices in my favorite stores. This way, I can know for sure whether a sale is truly a "sale". I have found that one stores idea of a sale is NOT my idea of one! LOL
I also shop for alot of my food items at Aldi's. A private chain that sells mainly their own private label. They are a "no-frills" kinda place that suits me fine.
This summer I also hope to can, freeze and de-hydrate as many vegetables as I can. This way, I will be able to reduce my food budget even more. (Last year was not a good garden year, but we hope to learn from some of our mistakes.)
These are just a few of my thoughts and practices concerning saving on our food budget. I will post some more ideas in the future.
One of the easiest ways to be frugal is concerning food. Some people show signs of shock when I say that, but it is true. I work very hard in finding ways to reduce the food budget and also the stretch what I do have as far as possible.
First....cook more from scratch. That is the easiest thing to do to reduce your bill. I buy VERY few "convenience" foods. If and when I do purchase them, it is when they are on sale, with a coupon. Every so often, I will be able to get my hands on .50 off one box of Totinos pizza rolls (which I personally think taste like cardboard, but my DsS16 likes them)....now at least once a month one of my local stores sales them during one of their 10 for $10 sales. So, a .50 coupon doubles to $1...thus I pay only tax for the box of pizza rolls. I still have 4 boxes in the freezer from last time. :-) I have gotten several items like that in the past.
I strive to keep my freezers (we have an upright one and the one with the fridge) full of "best price" meats. Then I plan my meals around what I have in the freezer and what is either in my pantry or a "loss-leader" at the stores that week. {loss-leader= items that a store sells at a loss to get you to come in and hopefully buy other items that are not on sale}
A price book also comes in handy. This is a little notebook that I use to keep track of prices in my favorite stores. This way, I can know for sure whether a sale is truly a "sale". I have found that one stores idea of a sale is NOT my idea of one! LOL
I also shop for alot of my food items at Aldi's. A private chain that sells mainly their own private label. They are a "no-frills" kinda place that suits me fine.
This summer I also hope to can, freeze and de-hydrate as many vegetables as I can. This way, I will be able to reduce my food budget even more. (Last year was not a good garden year, but we hope to learn from some of our mistakes.)
These are just a few of my thoughts and practices concerning saving on our food budget. I will post some more ideas in the future.
Tuesday, February 07, 2006
2-7-06
So...so much for my "I am going to blog more" idea. LOL
Well, lets see. I finally finished the second skirt for my mom. Sent those out yesterday, so she should get them by Thursday. I then had to take my sewing room down and relocate everything back to the basement. My step-daughter decided to come back home.
I know I should be happy, because it is the only way she will have a chance to graduate (she is currently failing), but I am just worried she will cause all the stress and disruption she caused before. DH promises that he will not let her and that he will kick her out if she starts all that stuff again. I guess only time will tell.
I am really getting frustrated on a part that I am doing Thursday night! I shouldn't let it stress me, but that doesn't take alot to do right now. I just need to keep in mind 2 Corinthians 3:5
"Not that we of ourselves are adequately qualified to reckon anything as issuing from ourselves, but our being adequately qualified issues from God." I know I will be fine.... I guess I should get off of here and start working on it now. :-)
I will try and type again sooner.
Well, lets see. I finally finished the second skirt for my mom. Sent those out yesterday, so she should get them by Thursday. I then had to take my sewing room down and relocate everything back to the basement. My step-daughter decided to come back home.
I know I should be happy, because it is the only way she will have a chance to graduate (she is currently failing), but I am just worried she will cause all the stress and disruption she caused before. DH promises that he will not let her and that he will kick her out if she starts all that stuff again. I guess only time will tell.
I am really getting frustrated on a part that I am doing Thursday night! I shouldn't let it stress me, but that doesn't take alot to do right now. I just need to keep in mind 2 Corinthians 3:5
"Not that we of ourselves are adequately qualified to reckon anything as issuing from ourselves, but our being adequately qualified issues from God." I know I will be fine.... I guess I should get off of here and start working on it now. :-)
I will try and type again sooner.
Monday, January 23, 2006
Have you ever sat down and evaluated where you are in you life?
I did this alittle last night. See, today I turn 35. (No, I do not celebrate this day, but I do have to acknowledge that I have to change what I write on medical forms from this day forward. :-) ) How do I feel about my life up to now, and what would I like to change in the future.
I am happy with where I am...a loving DH..two wonderful DC, and two out of three step children that like me. I have the rare and wonderful privilege to stay at home with my children and the ability to piddle in my Mary Kay business. (I do mean to do more than piddle, but for now, I am just trying to stay active and build from there.)
What I would like to see as far as changes.... strive to be a better keeper of our home, increase my personal Bible study, increase my Bible studies with the dc and to increase my activity out in service.
Now, these are ALL do-able...I just have to put forth the effort. And I am PRAYING for help in that matter.
Well, those are my deep thoughts for the day...I am not off to play a game of Dora's chutes and ladders with my little girl.
I did this alittle last night. See, today I turn 35. (No, I do not celebrate this day, but I do have to acknowledge that I have to change what I write on medical forms from this day forward. :-) ) How do I feel about my life up to now, and what would I like to change in the future.
I am happy with where I am...a loving DH..two wonderful DC, and two out of three step children that like me
What I would like to see as far as changes.... strive to be a better keeper of our home, increase my personal Bible study, increase my Bible studies with the dc and to increase my activity out in service.
Now, these are ALL do-able...I just have to put forth the effort. And I am PRAYING for help in that matter.
Well, those are my deep thoughts for the day...I am not off to play a game of Dora's chutes and ladders with my little girl.
Friday, January 20, 2006
False hopes of being a writer.....
I have tried to start a post several times today. I felt I needed to write SOMETHING. LOL
I keep getting what can only be called writers block....well, it could be called other things, but hey, I can be delusional, I mean optimistic.
I used to have dreams of being a writer. I wrote short story after short story in high school. Even got a couple published….in the school paper. That doesn’t take a whole lot of talent to accomplish, but it is still nice.
Now, I have trouble thinking of things to post here on this blog. I guess I should be happy that my life is not very traumatic or dramatic.
Who knows, maybe I will start a short story….from a more mature perspective…. The delusion, I mean dream continues!:-)
I keep getting what can only be called writers block....well, it could be called other things, but hey, I can be delusional, I mean optimistic.
I used to have dreams of being a writer. I wrote short story after short story in high school. Even got a couple published….in the school paper. That doesn’t take a whole lot of talent to accomplish, but it is still nice.
Now, I have trouble thinking of things to post here on this blog. I guess I should be happy that my life is not very traumatic or dramatic.
Who knows, maybe I will start a short story….from a more mature perspective…. The delusion, I mean dream continues!:-)
Wednesday, January 11, 2006
January 11, 2006
The month is a third over and I haven't posted anything new! :-(
Not alot has happened recently, which is nice for a change after December. I have been trying to get back on track with keeping the housekeeping up. I kinda slacked a bit (okay a lot!) in December.
I have really had to mentally shake myself, because I have been kinda "resenting" the housework I have to do. Then I thought, Get over it Molly! You have the rare privilege to stay at home with your children. You don't have to put your kids in day care or after school programs until you can rush home after working all day in an office! (Sometimes I REALLY have to shake myself up a bit!)
I have also been thinking alot about being there for DH. What can I do to make things even easier on him? Have I mentioned before that he works a full-time AND a part-time job? He does that SO that I can stay home with the kids. He likes that I am here when they get home from school, that I am here to keep them home if they are sick. So, I am trying to go that EXTRA mile to show how much I appreciate what he does. I try to keep things tidy around the house, I also try and do as much as I am capable of around the house (maintenance-wise). I know there are things that I am just not physically able to do, but even then, I am trying to have DS16 learn to do things and have him do them. I truly want DH's evening and weekends to be free for him to do what he wants to do.
It is an ongoing process, that I hope will continue to bear good results.
Have a great day!
Molly
Not alot has happened recently, which is nice for a change after December. I have been trying to get back on track with keeping the housekeeping up. I kinda slacked a bit (okay a lot!) in December.
I have really had to mentally shake myself, because I have been kinda "resenting" the housework I have to do. Then I thought, Get over it Molly! You have the rare privilege to stay at home with your children. You don't have to put your kids in day care or after school programs until you can rush home after working all day in an office! (Sometimes I REALLY have to shake myself up a bit!)
I have also been thinking alot about being there for DH. What can I do to make things even easier on him? Have I mentioned before that he works a full-time AND a part-time job? He does that SO that I can stay home with the kids. He likes that I am here when they get home from school, that I am here to keep them home if they are sick. So, I am trying to go that EXTRA mile to show how much I appreciate what he does. I try to keep things tidy around the house, I also try and do as much as I am capable of around the house (maintenance-wise). I know there are things that I am just not physically able to do, but even then, I am trying to have DS16 learn to do things and have him do them. I truly want DH's evening and weekends to be free for him to do what he wants to do.
It is an ongoing process, that I hope will continue to bear good results.
Have a great day!
Molly
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