Saturday, March 7, 2009
A new look...
Well, I'm finally getting around to vamping up this blog a little bit. Jon will probably think it is too girly to be our family blog, but hey, I'm the one who updates it, so I'm the one who gets to pick. :) I've been trying to get a playlist gadget on here, but am having some difficulties making it work, so if anyone has any brilliant tricks for that, please let me know!!
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Spelling bee update.
Vivisection:
Main Entry: viv·i·sec·tion
Pronunciation: \ˌvi-və-ˈsek-shən, ˈvi-və-ˌ\
Function: noun
Etymology: Latin vivus + English section
Date: 1707
1: the cutting of or operation on a living animal usually for physiological or pathological investigation ; broadly : animal experimentation especially if considered to cause distress to the subject2: minute or pitiless examination or criticism
Merriam-Webster's Online Dictionary. www.m-w.com
You know, I wouldn't have known how to spell it either. Vivisection is the word that felled Gabe in the County Spelling, excuse me, Orthography Bee, earlier this afternoon. Jon and I are so proud that he made it to County, and happy that he didn't miss something far more simple.
Main Entry: viv·i·sec·tion
Pronunciation: \ˌvi-və-ˈsek-shən, ˈvi-və-ˌ\
Function: noun
Etymology: Latin vivus + English section
Date: 1707
1: the cutting of or operation on a living animal usually for physiological or pathological investigation ; broadly : animal experimentation especially if considered to cause distress to the subject2: minute or pitiless examination or criticism
Merriam-Webster's Online Dictionary. www.m-w.com
You know, I wouldn't have known how to spell it either. Vivisection is the word that felled Gabe in the County Spelling, excuse me, Orthography Bee, earlier this afternoon. Jon and I are so proud that he made it to County, and happy that he didn't miss something far more simple.
A little about me...courtesy of Kylie!
I saw this on Kylie's blog and thought it looked fun.
What were you doing 10 years ago? 1999, I had just celebrated Gabe's 1st birthday, and I was back in school on a more full time basis. Looking forward to getting done with school.
Favorite Snacks? Mmmm.... Snacks are my favorite. Usually I like something salty to snack on, though, like potato chips. I especially love sea salt and vinegar potato chips, even though they make the skin on the insides of my cheeks peel. I'm a glutton for punishment.
To Do List? Constantly. My lists are how I keep things from falling out of my head.
Jobs I Have Had? Busser, hostess, waitstaff; I worked a Christmas stint at Victoria's Secret and also worked for Baskin Robbins (best two sets of "perks" I've ever had in a job). I worked for my mom (okay, so this one really had the best perks, since she bought me lunch almost every day). I've worked for an eye doctor, in a craft store and out of my home.
Current job: Trying to balance full-time mama and wife with substitute teaching. I know subbing doesn't seem like the greatest job in the world, but I really enjoy it. I get to work with kids of all ages, plan my schedule around what works for me, and have the same days out of school that my kids do. What could be better? (for now....)
Places I Have Lived? Montana. I love to travel, but Montana is always home.
Bad Habits? Pop my knuckles, don't pick up my laundry, organize by piles, my list could go on and on. I'm also a horrible procrastinator.
5 Random Things People May Not Know?
1. I write (sometimes) children's fiction and want to publish a book someday.
2. When I was in high school, I wanted to go to Nashville and become a famous Country music singer. I can twang it with the best of them!
3. I had an early miscarriage between Gabe and Bethany, but we didn't even know I was preggo until I was miscarrying, and the doctor told me to take a pregnancy test. We got pregnant with Beth shortly after the miscarriage, so our family would be much different looking if that pregnancy had gone to term. (I have a gut feeling it was a boy, but we won't know until we get to Heaven).
4. I love 80's music. Especially the bands with large hair. (I'm pretty sure I posted that before, but it's kind of important). :)
5. I have fed my children ice cream as a meal.
CDs I would want if stranded on an island: Who needs cd's? Just give me my laptop and pandora.com. Then I can listen to anything I want!
What I'd Do if I Were a Billionaire: Pay off our house, provide for my children's education, pay for my school, travel, and give, give, give.
If you read all that, it's your turn!!
What were you doing 10 years ago? 1999, I had just celebrated Gabe's 1st birthday, and I was back in school on a more full time basis. Looking forward to getting done with school.
Favorite Snacks? Mmmm.... Snacks are my favorite. Usually I like something salty to snack on, though, like potato chips. I especially love sea salt and vinegar potato chips, even though they make the skin on the insides of my cheeks peel. I'm a glutton for punishment.
To Do List? Constantly. My lists are how I keep things from falling out of my head.
Jobs I Have Had? Busser, hostess, waitstaff; I worked a Christmas stint at Victoria's Secret and also worked for Baskin Robbins (best two sets of "perks" I've ever had in a job). I worked for my mom (okay, so this one really had the best perks, since she bought me lunch almost every day). I've worked for an eye doctor, in a craft store and out of my home.
Current job: Trying to balance full-time mama and wife with substitute teaching. I know subbing doesn't seem like the greatest job in the world, but I really enjoy it. I get to work with kids of all ages, plan my schedule around what works for me, and have the same days out of school that my kids do. What could be better? (for now....)
Places I Have Lived? Montana. I love to travel, but Montana is always home.
Bad Habits? Pop my knuckles, don't pick up my laundry, organize by piles, my list could go on and on. I'm also a horrible procrastinator.
5 Random Things People May Not Know?
1. I write (sometimes) children's fiction and want to publish a book someday.
2. When I was in high school, I wanted to go to Nashville and become a famous Country music singer. I can twang it with the best of them!
3. I had an early miscarriage between Gabe and Bethany, but we didn't even know I was preggo until I was miscarrying, and the doctor told me to take a pregnancy test. We got pregnant with Beth shortly after the miscarriage, so our family would be much different looking if that pregnancy had gone to term. (I have a gut feeling it was a boy, but we won't know until we get to Heaven).
4. I love 80's music. Especially the bands with large hair. (I'm pretty sure I posted that before, but it's kind of important). :)
5. I have fed my children ice cream as a meal.
CDs I would want if stranded on an island: Who needs cd's? Just give me my laptop and pandora.com. Then I can listen to anything I want!
What I'd Do if I Were a Billionaire: Pay off our house, provide for my children's education, pay for my school, travel, and give, give, give.
If you read all that, it's your turn!!
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Arrow of Light!
At our Blue and Gold Banquet last week, Gabe received his Arrow of Light award, which is Cub Scouting's highest honor. We now have to complete the process of deciding which Boy Scout Troop he will join in May. We have loved our experience in Cub Scouting. And before I wax eloquent, (that will likely come in May) I'll just say thanks to our awesome Pack for making our experience a great one!
Monday, February 16, 2009
I'm so crafty!!
Here are some pics from my craft projects today. First, Bethany's jeans are getting too short, so I added some length to them...
Then, I took a pair of Gabe's old jeans (since Beth won't wear them as jeans, not that I blame her...), and made her a cute skirt....
And then, I patched some of Gabe's holey jeans. He goes through the knees like crazy. This is just one example of how they turned out.
I'm so proud of myself!
And then, I patched some of Gabe's holey jeans. He goes through the knees like crazy. This is just one example of how they turned out.
I'm so proud of myself!
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Happy Valentine's Day!!
Happy Valentine's Day, everyone!
Today marks 14 years that Jon and I have been together, and we are looking forward to our lucky number 13 wedding anniversary in July! It's a good life.
Today marks 14 years that Jon and I have been together, and we are looking forward to our lucky number 13 wedding anniversary in July! It's a good life.
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Spelling Bee!!
Gabe is going to the County Spelling Bee! After making the top 12 of the kids in 5th grade, and then taking 5th place in the 5-8th grade bee, Gabe gets to go to the County Spelling Bee! Jon and I are so proud of him! Although we must say, there is no excuse for an A- in spelling any longer!! :)
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