Swing of things!

Well I'm getting into the swing of things. The worst is getting up early in the morning. My body isn't quite there. Today my dad took Ellarie to school. It was nice to not have to get 3 kids and me ready, tomorrow I have to though.
Ellarie is really enjoying school, other than the second day when she got in trouble. I figured she wouldn't stop talking, nope, she wouldn't stay seated. I asked her if she needed duct tape? We'll see, she says! Oh, that girl can make me laugh. Today she did great, she was excited. Later I found out the deal my dad has made with her. He told me that if she gets a yellow card she has to pay him 2 nickles, if she is good then she gets a nickle. I'm thinking way to go dad, already bribing the kid.

This Sunday was promotion day, Ellarie was happy to be in a new room. I forgot I had to go get her after sunday school, OOPS! I teach so it's hard for me to go get her till someone else is in my class. I think Attikus gets spoiled in his sunday school. He is so little, they think he is younger then he is. Ellarie also started back to Awana's, her teachers are friends of my family. My dad and Rocky went to school together, then Rocky and his kids went to school with my brother and I. I decorated my sunday school class that evening. It turned out really cute! I went with Noah's Ark for the theme. I thought animals was perfect for wobblers. I also found out I will be helping in the child care in the evening. I'm excited to be doing more in the church. I worked at another church all the time and felt like I was never at my church. Now that my kids are getting older and more into things at church, it was perfect for me to cut back at the other church and help out the church I'm raising my kids in.

Well we leave in less then 3wks, and I'm scared to pack! I haven't packed for 3 kids before. The last time was just 2 kids and me and I thought we had a lot of bags then. I keep telling my dad that we need a (Big O Rolling Terd) I know that sounds bad, but if you've seen RV, then you would be laughing at that saying. Anyways, my mom makes custom outfits for the girls to wear to Disney. Some are even for dining with characters. Here are a couple of outfits that she got done.

















This is what they will be wearing when they eat with Winnie the Pooh.














Can't forget the twirl factor!
























Here are some snap shots from Saturday!





















Here are the girls helping my mom sew the curtains for my sunday school class. They were having fun!



















That's about it for now. Oh Yea! Araeyah peepeed in the potty today. YEAH!!!!!

First Day of School

Well Ellarie had her first day of school. I can't believe it's here already. She was really excited about going. My mom made her nap mat, and her first day of school outfit.





I think she was ready for me to leave.


everyone asked if I cried! Well first off, I really should have a film crew follow me. Because with my 2yr old in tow, there is no telling what is going to happen!!!!
That kid can move, for a short legged 2yr old. I go and drop Ellarie off, then I lost Araeyah; found Araeyah. Take Pic. of Ellarie, lost RaeRae again! This time bathroom. I go Potty she says, OK! Well as you may guess the potty issue is a battle of the WILLS, and GUESS WHO IS WINNING! I go and get the baby, and start leaving.
WAIT! I didn't even kiss Ellarie Bye! I ran back in and gave her a kiss.
So to those who want to know if I cried! NO! Araeyah made sure of that. I thought about crying because Araeyah couldn't stay,lol but that's another story! I went and got her this afternoon, and good NEWS! I just have to pull up and drop off and pick up at the door, WOO HOO!!!!! She had alot of fun and was ready to go back there. I'm really excited for her. I did ask who she played with, she told me 2 names, but they aren't even in her class. Who Knows!

I felt bad for a first day of school, the girls had to go to the dentist. I didn't know that it was first day when I booked it 6mos. earlier. Poor Ellarie, she even has 2 cavaties. So fall break we will be back at the dentist!

Here are some fun pictures of the week. We went out ot eat before Ellarie couldn't go again. The pics. of Ellarie waking up, is from the first day of school.



I had to put some pics. of A.J.

Open House

Well today was Ellarie's open house. She was a little confused about it, she kept asking if we were going to her teachers house. I could understand that. It was really cute, she saw her teacher and goes we aren't at your house! (Shrugged her shoulders) I was glad to see that she knew a few of her friends. She even had one from church, even better. I can't believe school starts Thursday, she is really excited. Here is a picture of her after open house.

Back to work

Well I started back to work today. I'm tired but excited, I have to get my schedule going with 3 kiddos. Plus 2 kiddos aren't sleeping really good, so lack of sleep is getting to me. It was a fun day, and I really like my co-teacher. We are going to have a fun yr. Poor kids have a Ms Ginny and a Ms Jennifer, won't that be fun.

Attikus was suppose to go to the nursery today, but I went to drop him off and the youngest was around 1, so I said never mind. He was really good through the meeting all day. He is such a good baby, who is rolling over all the time. He has got to stop growing so fast.

On top of going back to school this week, I thought I would put Ellarie in a cheerleading camp at the little gym http://www.thelittlegym.com/gym/default.aspx?gymid=362 She is having so much fun. I can't decide if Araeyah is going to start dance or if I should put her in gymnastics. You know Araeyah, my little MONKEY! Poor kid has so many bumps on her, and again she fell going into mazzios for dinner. I think it is becoming a daily habit of falling. I'll have to take pictures of her head, she was the right height at Ellarie's gymnastics and she creamed into the bleachers. Poor baby, through a fit for a bout 2 seconds and was ready to go at it again. I think maybe Football is her calling. lol

Speaking of Ms Araeyah, we are going to be going back to the gastro Dr. She is fine on the weight, but there is still something bothering her tummy. Good news, she can finally eat peanut butter! My poor kiddos, I wish I knew what is wrong with them. I think we may see if Ellarie has a lactose problem, then we are checking into Wheat. We may be doing both girls with the wheat. I have to wait till I see the gastro, I just may not put Attikus on food. I don't know what I'm going to do if he has problems. He is still very tiny for his age, tall though. YEAH!

My niece is better, but my brother now has it. I'm staying clear of that family. Just keep them in your prayers still.
We are heading to the lake one last time. The girls are excited, and it let's them see their Great Grandparents.

Well I have 4 more weeks till we head to the World again. I'm not even prepared for this trip, but the girls are excited. I am too, just not READY! I haven't packed for 3 kids yet. My mom is finishing up their outfits for this trip. Even A.J. will have cute little Disney Rompers to wear. She is finishing this outfit as I'm typing right now. I'll have to get some pictures of the girls in their outfits.
They will be wearing this one when they eat with winnie the pooh. Brooklyn we need to talk to see where and if we can eat together in Feb. I told Cheryl she needed to come that week too. That would be so much fun. Let me know when you want to discuss some things about Feb. I have an idea, but you have to plan some of them in advance. Can you tell I'm excited about the trip. Got to have fun while I'm turning 30, ouch! I don't know if I'm ready for that. Actually, I think it's worse thinking of the kids birthday!

Good News

Just thought I would post an update about my niece. She did get to come home this evening. She needs to stay clear of people for awhile. Good news though. Now if I could just get some sleep. Attikus hasn't been feeling to well so he is up most of the nights. I also went shoppin today and got a good deal at Gymboree. They had the clothes 20%off, plus I had a 20% off purchase and the gymbo card gives you 5%, plus no Tax. Really good deal, I'm happy!

School Shopping; This and That

Well today was a sad day for me. I went school supply shopping for Ellarie. I can't believe she is old enough for school already. She is excited about starting school, and that's great. It was crazy at walmart. Yes walmart, my home away from home. I think I'm there every day or every other day. Even when I'm on vacation. Today wasn't a bad trip because my father kept the girls and it was so much more peaceful. Til you made it to the school isle, it was so packed. I'm glad I only had a few items to pick up. Didn't do to much damage to the pocket book.

The girls had fun today, my dad took them swimming. They really haven't gotten to swim with him this summer. I wish I had taken some pictures.

There is still nothing new about my niece. She didn't sleep last night unless someone held her. She missed her bed. So my poor brother had to come home this morning to get some sleep after holding her all night. Don't know when she will get to come home. Just keep her in your prayers.

ELLARIE'S PRAYER: Father in Heaven hear my prayer, keep me in thy loving care, be my guide in all I do, Bless all those who love me to. AMEN

She says this every night, along with are nighlty "I Love You To The Moon And Back; Always Remember That!"

I start back to work on Wednesday, I guess it's good and bad. I'm ready to get back, but it just makes the year go by even faster. Then that means my little boy will be growing up. Yes, he is my baby. Though I try not to baby him, but he is my last. God has truly blessed us.

It Was A Long Friday!

Well I finally got a computer, no more having to go to my mom's to do something. I stayed up late and hooked it up last night. Did you know cox is available 24hrs. I found that out at midnight. I couldn't get the internet working. Found out the problem was them, now we are up and running.

Araeyah noticed the computer first thing this morning, she was sitting here typing away. I think we are going to hook our old one up to run their games.
This week I had my 14 yr old cousin all week, and I don't know what I'm going to do next week. Anyways, I decide to go to the mall today instead of when everyone is out this weekend. WELL! Today apparantly wasn't a good day for my kids to shop. I never had so much problems with them. First they were so cranky, including A.J. Araeyah just wanted to stay home I think, and Ellarie just was being a 4yr old. I'm not looking forward to the tennage yr. Anyways got a few things, but was so tired of messing with the fussiness that we left.

I think that was God's way of me not spending money, but I know the real reason. On the way out of the mall my brother called and said they were putting my niece into the hospital. My niece is only 3wks younger than A.J. She was running a 103 temp. The whole family has had a virus going around between them, and my brother and sister-in-law both have strep. Anyways, got a phone call and my niece has meningitis (sp?) They think it's virul meningitis, but still poor thing has to have a spinal done and everything. Just keep her and the family in your prayers.

So know I'm off topic, but with the discussion of my brother it made me think again. My brother and I were raised in a church. We did have our times when we were teenagers, and had a hard time going to church. I was able to get my self back on track thanks to a great church that my husband and I found. That is a great feeling having a church family to turn to and raise your family in. My brother had a rough time with a youth director and since hasn't gone back. My family and I pray that they would find a church. I pray that my nieces will know God. I can see were God would be great for my brother's family. I know this time with my niece in the hospital, I wish it would open my brothers eyes and show him how much a church family would just make it a bigger Christian family.
Brooklyn, thanks for coming into our family's lives. My kids are blessed to have your kids around, and I know I'm grateful for your friendship and other friends you have brought into my life.

While I'm at it, I pray that God will show me how to accept my sister-in-laws. I pray that one day I will be closer that just sister-in-laws. I've always wanted a sister/friend and just maybe that will happen one day. I can tell it has with my mom and my dad's sister they are closer now since my mom's cancer.

Because I thought this was to funny!