My to-do list is no less than a mile long. Now, I admit, I am a list maker, and love to make lists, so sometimes my list includes to-do items like "make tomorrow's to-do list", or "cook supper". But some days are so crazy I need to be reminded to cook supper.
Today has already been productive, though, thankfully! I am happy to report that I am 90% finished with my very last set of pajamas. Thank you, LORD! I am so incredibly sick of that pattern. I literally dreamed about cutting it out last night.
I need to wrap presents, because I can barely get to the clothes in my closet. Then I wonder, what the heck is the point!? I have a two year old son. Last year, my girl knew what she was getting way before Christmas because he decided to rip the paper off weeks before it was time. So, I am going to wrap them, then stick them BACK in my closet until Christmas Eve. Any advice here? How do you keep Christmas presents from being opened, when on a daily basis you have 3 boys under 2 at your house!?
I'm also busy getting my little girl ready for her surgery on Monday. While I am so ready for her to have this surgery, because she will stop being so sick, I am really quite nervous. I've never had to watch someone walk away with my baby while I just stand there and watch.
Now, for a bit of business.
Any orders placed up until midnight tonight (excluding custom orders) will be shipped tomorrow. I will continue to accept orders, but will not be making any shipments between 12/15-12/22. I need to spend my time being mommy, and making sure Miss Flower recovers fully from her surgery. I hope this doesn't cause any problems. If for you some reason you just absolutely must have something shipped, please contact me!
And, finally, I apologize for not being able to read every one's blog and comment...its been a crazy few days! I have some catching up to do...if my computer will continue to work halfway like it is supposed to. (It has turned off 3 times since I started typing this. And it is fully charged.) Frustration!
I hope everyone has a wonderful day, and an even better week!
Monday, December 13, 2010
Friday, December 10, 2010
Will It Ever End?!
You know, it seems like sometimes, the odds are just stacked against you. Instead of spacing themselves out, difficult situations just hit you all at one time.
This is one of those times for my girl.
She was so very excited to go to school this morning, because they were going on a field trip! And mommy was going with her class!! Without brother!!! Tomorrow was going to be a perfect day!!
But, when I kissed her goodnight last night, I recognized a few tell-tale signs. I fell asleep praying "Lord, please, please, please don't let her get strep again. Not tomorrow!! Not this close to her surgery!"
She has strep. Again. And right on schedule, too. I mean, almost to the day she gets it every thirty days.
No school. No field trip. No special Mommy-time. Instead, she gets to go lay in her bed, while brother and three daycare kids play in the living room. "Its not fair, Mommy," she said, "I just wanted to have fun with you today! Why do I have to keep getting this!?"
I explained exactly how she gets strep, and how the surgery will help. "Well, call my doctor today, and tell him that we need to get those tonsils out today. Just call my Nana. She will come keep all these kids and brother, I know she will. And Papa will help you while I am in surgery. They always help me, because I;m their favorite person!"
Well, the part about Nana and Papa is true.
So today, I will call the doctor. I so hope this doesn't effect her scheduled surgery.
So, I ask you to pray for her. Please pray she will recover quickly, and that we can still have the surgery so this doesn't happen again! Have a great weekend, everyone!
This is one of those times for my girl.
She was so very excited to go to school this morning, because they were going on a field trip! And mommy was going with her class!! Without brother!!! Tomorrow was going to be a perfect day!!
But, when I kissed her goodnight last night, I recognized a few tell-tale signs. I fell asleep praying "Lord, please, please, please don't let her get strep again. Not tomorrow!! Not this close to her surgery!"
She has strep. Again. And right on schedule, too. I mean, almost to the day she gets it every thirty days.
No school. No field trip. No special Mommy-time. Instead, she gets to go lay in her bed, while brother and three daycare kids play in the living room. "Its not fair, Mommy," she said, "I just wanted to have fun with you today! Why do I have to keep getting this!?"
I explained exactly how she gets strep, and how the surgery will help. "Well, call my doctor today, and tell him that we need to get those tonsils out today. Just call my Nana. She will come keep all these kids and brother, I know she will. And Papa will help you while I am in surgery. They always help me, because I;m their favorite person!"
Well, the part about Nana and Papa is true.
So today, I will call the doctor. I so hope this doesn't effect her scheduled surgery.
So, I ask you to pray for her. Please pray she will recover quickly, and that we can still have the surgery so this doesn't happen again! Have a great weekend, everyone!
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Slacking....
I know, I have been slacking on the writing. And I feel bad, because I love to write. But, I have literally been sewing every free second I have. I am determined to get these Christmas presents finished. And that means staying up late, getting up early, and working through naptime. The good news is I only have a few more pajama sets to make.
The bad news is I am getting really sick of making them.
I am pretty sure I know now how the people who sit in workshops, making pennies a day, sewing t-shirts over and over again for Walmart feel. Seriously. I am so sick of the pattern, that when I went to cut the smaller size, I didn't even save the larger size. Nope. I just whacked it off. So, if I ever need to make those jammies in a size 7-8 again I am just S.O.L.
Honestly though. I won't ever need that size again. Because I am not going to make it again. Relatively certain I am going to throw the whole pattern in the trash.
My grandmother is rolling over in her grave right now, and will probably visit me in my sleep, lecture me on how wasteful that is, and haunt me until I pull it out of the trash can. I already feel guilty for throwing away the 4cm x 5cm pieces of material that were on the edges of what I cut. Seriously. She even saved those, because they could be used for stuffing at a later date.
God bless that woman.
I took my daughter to get the blood work for her upcoming surgery today. She is not looking forward to it, and neither am I. I don't like seeing my babies in pain, but constant sore throats are no fun either. I probably won't be around much next week, as her surgery is on Wednesday. She is quite the drama queen when it comes to pain!
One last note, before I take my I-wok-up-at-4:30-and-am-exhausted butt to bed.
My favorite part about Christmas is the music. Oh Come Emmanuel, and O Holy Night are two of my favorite classics. But, I have this inner rock side. I secretly listen to Mettalica, GodSmack, Steelheart, Guns and Roses, Iron Maiden and Alice in Chains when my kids aren't around. (Shhh! Don't tell anyone!!! Especially my dad!) Anyhow, my rock world and Christmas world combined tonight. Trans Siberian Orchestras Christmas Canon Rock.
Oh. My. Gosh. I literally sat there with goosebumps, and by the time the song was over I had tears coming down my face. Really glad I was alone. This song is and always will be at the top of my favorites, no matter how you play it. I even walked down the aisle to this song when I married my man! And, if you watch the version that shows the band playing it, you'll see I even get my longeighties-hair-band fix!!!
So, here is my early Christmas present to you!
Trans Siberian Orchestra: Pachabel's Canon in D - Christmas Canon Rock
The bad news is I am getting really sick of making them.
I am pretty sure I know now how the people who sit in workshops, making pennies a day, sewing t-shirts over and over again for Walmart feel. Seriously. I am so sick of the pattern, that when I went to cut the smaller size, I didn't even save the larger size. Nope. I just whacked it off. So, if I ever need to make those jammies in a size 7-8 again I am just S.O.L.
Honestly though. I won't ever need that size again. Because I am not going to make it again. Relatively certain I am going to throw the whole pattern in the trash.
My grandmother is rolling over in her grave right now, and will probably visit me in my sleep, lecture me on how wasteful that is, and haunt me until I pull it out of the trash can. I already feel guilty for throwing away the 4cm x 5cm pieces of material that were on the edges of what I cut. Seriously. She even saved those, because they could be used for stuffing at a later date.
God bless that woman.
I took my daughter to get the blood work for her upcoming surgery today. She is not looking forward to it, and neither am I. I don't like seeing my babies in pain, but constant sore throats are no fun either. I probably won't be around much next week, as her surgery is on Wednesday. She is quite the drama queen when it comes to pain!
One last note, before I take my I-wok-up-at-4:30-and-am-exhausted butt to bed.
My favorite part about Christmas is the music. Oh Come Emmanuel, and O Holy Night are two of my favorite classics. But, I have this inner rock side. I secretly listen to Mettalica, GodSmack, Steelheart, Guns and Roses, Iron Maiden and Alice in Chains when my kids aren't around. (Shhh! Don't tell anyone!!! Especially my dad!) Anyhow, my rock world and Christmas world combined tonight. Trans Siberian Orchestras Christmas Canon Rock.
Oh. My. Gosh. I literally sat there with goosebumps, and by the time the song was over I had tears coming down my face. Really glad I was alone. This song is and always will be at the top of my favorites, no matter how you play it. I even walked down the aisle to this song when I married my man! And, if you watch the version that shows the band playing it, you'll see I even get my longeighties-hair-band fix!!!
So, here is my early Christmas present to you!
Trans Siberian Orchestra: Pachabel's Canon in D - Christmas Canon Rock
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Tuesday Tea Time
Ahhh....tea. I am serious - hot tea is so therapeutic. Today, as I was watching one of my new favorite TV shows, it got me to thinking about when I was younger. I'll tell you about the show later, after I give you some history about me!
Every kiddo talks about what they want to be when they grow up: a doctor, fireman, teacher...blah blah blah! That just wasn't going to do it for 7 year old Emily. Oh no. From the time I can remember, I only wanted to be two things...a mommy and an archaeologist - more specifically, a Biblical archaeologist. So there was a time when I wanted to be a buggieologist and specialize in collecting beetles, but that was fleeting.) I would tell people I wanted to be an archaeologist, and they would look at me like I was crazy. I know they were thinking "How in the heck does this kid even know what an archaeologist is!?"
I was so serious about being an archaeologist, my parents got me a subscription to the magazine Biblical Archaeology when I was in the 3rd grade. For Christmas one year I got a dig kit, where I was able to "excavate" an "ancient" jar, then actually put it back together in all its glory.
Obviously, I chose the former. I wasn't too old when I realized that being a mommy and an archaeologist at the same time would be quite difficult.
Had I chosen to go to college, my life would probably be very difference. I would have sworn off marriage and family, and instead taken myself to the Middle East. I would have spent the remainder of my life studying ancient Israel, Egypt, on up into the time of the Templars. I have a friend who is convinced that history and science will one day disprove God.
Not me. Oh no. I am 100% convinced that one day history and archaeology will prove that everything in the Bible actually did happen. However, science will never prove nor disprove God, for the simple fact that God requires faith...not proof.
OK, I will step down off that soap box now. As my husband says "Oh please, don't get her started!!!!"
Anyhow, my new favorite TV show (I have very few....I actually hate TV) is called The Naked Archaeologist. Simcha Jacobovici is the narrator/archaeologist. He is an Orthodox Jew, so immediately I decided I loved him for that one simple fact. He makes his show funny, not just the typical history-type show. He has likewise set out to prove how so many of the Biblical stories can be proven. He has even set out to prove that the stories of Jesus are true, though he doesn't obviously believe Jesus is Messiah (our similarities end there!).
The whole time I watch his show, all I can think is "Oh. My. Gosh. This is a male version of me."
I want to meet Simcha so bad! Seriously...if I was male, Jewish, and an archaeologist, I would be him.
Instead, I am a tough broad from the Texas Panhandle, devoutly Christian, and a mommy.
One of these days, though, I will live out this dream of mine. Until then, I will just keep watching my new show!
Every kiddo talks about what they want to be when they grow up: a doctor, fireman, teacher...blah blah blah! That just wasn't going to do it for 7 year old Emily. Oh no. From the time I can remember, I only wanted to be two things...a mommy and an archaeologist - more specifically, a Biblical archaeologist. So there was a time when I wanted to be a buggieologist and specialize in collecting beetles, but that was fleeting.) I would tell people I wanted to be an archaeologist, and they would look at me like I was crazy. I know they were thinking "How in the heck does this kid even know what an archaeologist is!?"
I was so serious about being an archaeologist, my parents got me a subscription to the magazine Biblical Archaeology when I was in the 3rd grade. For Christmas one year I got a dig kit, where I was able to "excavate" an "ancient" jar, then actually put it back together in all its glory.
Obviously, I chose the former. I wasn't too old when I realized that being a mommy and an archaeologist at the same time would be quite difficult.
Had I chosen to go to college, my life would probably be very difference. I would have sworn off marriage and family, and instead taken myself to the Middle East. I would have spent the remainder of my life studying ancient Israel, Egypt, on up into the time of the Templars. I have a friend who is convinced that history and science will one day disprove God.
Not me. Oh no. I am 100% convinced that one day history and archaeology will prove that everything in the Bible actually did happen. However, science will never prove nor disprove God, for the simple fact that God requires faith...not proof.
OK, I will step down off that soap box now. As my husband says "Oh please, don't get her started!!!!"
Anyhow, my new favorite TV show (I have very few....I actually hate TV) is called The Naked Archaeologist. Simcha Jacobovici is the narrator/archaeologist. He is an Orthodox Jew, so immediately I decided I loved him for that one simple fact. He makes his show funny, not just the typical history-type show. He has likewise set out to prove how so many of the Biblical stories can be proven. He has even set out to prove that the stories of Jesus are true, though he doesn't obviously believe Jesus is Messiah (our similarities end there!).
The whole time I watch his show, all I can think is "Oh. My. Gosh. This is a male version of me."
I want to meet Simcha so bad! Seriously...if I was male, Jewish, and an archaeologist, I would be him.
Instead, I am a tough broad from the Texas Panhandle, devoutly Christian, and a mommy.
One of these days, though, I will live out this dream of mine. Until then, I will just keep watching my new show!
Monday, December 6, 2010
Memory Monday
What a relaxing weekend I had! Was so nice! I spent most of Saturday with my mom and had such a good time. We walked around a local craft show (which I did not find out about in time to be apart of), and probably spent a lot of money on things we didn't really need. The kids clued us in that it was time to leave and go get lunch, so we ate at a Chinese buffet here in town. Mom helped me out with a few sewing questions I had, then we spent the rest of the weekend drinking tea and just talking. About a whole lot of nothing. And it was wonderful.
My in-laws came to visit for a few hours on Sunday, but had to get back home. With a 4 hour drive in front of them they didn't want to stay too late.
And today, I am filling a few orders! I will be getting them in the mail soon, but had to whip a few things up before I could mail them. I was excited on Friday to get three orders! YAY!
Can you believe how fast time is flying by? I can safely say there is NO WAY I will get everything made in time for Christmas. Nope. Not going to happen.
Have a great week everyone!
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| This is a picture Mom snapped that sums up our weekend better than any words can! |
My in-laws came to visit for a few hours on Sunday, but had to get back home. With a 4 hour drive in front of them they didn't want to stay too late.
And today, I am filling a few orders! I will be getting them in the mail soon, but had to whip a few things up before I could mail them. I was excited on Friday to get three orders! YAY!
Can you believe how fast time is flying by? I can safely say there is NO WAY I will get everything made in time for Christmas. Nope. Not going to happen.
Have a great week everyone!
Friday, December 3, 2010
Fantastic Friday
Praise God, the weekend is here. I need it, too. I have only seen my husband for about 5 hours since Sunday, and doubt I will get to see him anymore until this coming Sunday. At least I hope I do! That is one of the hard parts about his job...he doesn't know what he will be doing or where he will be going until the day he is supposed to do it.
I am and always have been very independent, so I am perfectly capable of staying here with the kids myself and taking care of things....I don't need my husband. But I dern sure want him here! I can't turn my brain off at night, and haven't been sleeping well, so I am exhausted. I think today maybe I will take a nap!
I am super excited about this evening! After my little Flower gets home from school we are going to make a Christmas tree ornament out of pipe cleaners, beads and bells. Then, all the Girl Scouts in town are going caroling at the nursing home here in town. I love old people, so I can't wait! Afterward, we are all going to have a pizza party! She has already earned 3 patches in scouts, and tonight will get 2 more!
Just a reminder that today is the last day of my Cyber Monday Week long sale! If you want 30% off of everything in my store, including customs, then you better head over there now! Just type CYBERMONDAY in the coupon code box when checking out. It ends officially at midnight tonight, so make sure you get what you want early! Just click here to get to my site! If you have any questions about any of the products, please feel free to contact me. Again, I have more than what is listed, so feel free to request different colors, or extra pictures!
I am and always have been very independent, so I am perfectly capable of staying here with the kids myself and taking care of things....I don't need my husband. But I dern sure want him here! I can't turn my brain off at night, and haven't been sleeping well, so I am exhausted. I think today maybe I will take a nap!
I am super excited about this evening! After my little Flower gets home from school we are going to make a Christmas tree ornament out of pipe cleaners, beads and bells. Then, all the Girl Scouts in town are going caroling at the nursing home here in town. I love old people, so I can't wait! Afterward, we are all going to have a pizza party! She has already earned 3 patches in scouts, and tonight will get 2 more!
Just a reminder that today is the last day of my Cyber Monday Week long sale! If you want 30% off of everything in my store, including customs, then you better head over there now! Just type CYBERMONDAY in the coupon code box when checking out. It ends officially at midnight tonight, so make sure you get what you want early! Just click here to get to my site! If you have any questions about any of the products, please feel free to contact me. Again, I have more than what is listed, so feel free to request different colors, or extra pictures!
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| Backscrubbers go great with a body wash gift set! |
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| Dishcloths are just $7 for 2, and are great stocking stuffers! |
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| T-shirt scarves are a great way to recycle old t-shirts, are super cute, and one of a kind! |
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| This 100% wool scarf set would be a classy gift for any special woman! |
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| T-shirt scarves come in many designs, and get a discount if you use your own shirts! |
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| Flower pony tail holders or hair clips are just $5 for a set of 5, and make a great stocking stuffer for any little girl! |
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Thrifty Thursday
I don't know about you, but I am already for the holidays to be over, and schedules back to normal! I love the holidays, but my head is going in forty different directions! And, like I tell my husband, I am good, but not that good!
I have been sewing alot lately. I have only gotten 2 of the 7 pajama sets finished. But, seeing as I have 3 little boys under the age of 2 with me every day, on top of the every day things I have, on top of being a Girl Scout Leader, on top of being a part time single mom when the Barb Wire man is on road, I think I am doign pretty decently! My mom may be coming over to help me out this weekend, and I am so looking forward to that. I can trace so many childhood memories to the clickity clack of my mom and grandma's sewing machines, so getting to chat with my mom while sewing with her is one of my favorite things. That and she is a pro at sewing and cutting patterns, and Lord knows I could use the help!
Still, I am convinced that making the pajamas, along with all the other things I am making, will save me a bundle. Even with paying $4.00 a yard for the 12 yards of flannel! ("But mom! I LOVE that one! Please mommy? They will love it too I know!") Ahh well. One of these days she won't want to be caught dead in clothes that I made her, so I might as well buy the print she likes now.
How are some of the ways you save money during the holidays? Well, I am waiting on a call to come in from my hubby, and still have lots to accomplish before this day is over, so I better get going.
But first, Chanuka Sameach!
I have been sewing alot lately. I have only gotten 2 of the 7 pajama sets finished. But, seeing as I have 3 little boys under the age of 2 with me every day, on top of the every day things I have, on top of being a Girl Scout Leader, on top of being a part time single mom when the Barb Wire man is on road, I think I am doign pretty decently! My mom may be coming over to help me out this weekend, and I am so looking forward to that. I can trace so many childhood memories to the clickity clack of my mom and grandma's sewing machines, so getting to chat with my mom while sewing with her is one of my favorite things. That and she is a pro at sewing and cutting patterns, and Lord knows I could use the help!
Still, I am convinced that making the pajamas, along with all the other things I am making, will save me a bundle. Even with paying $4.00 a yard for the 12 yards of flannel! ("But mom! I LOVE that one! Please mommy? They will love it too I know!") Ahh well. One of these days she won't want to be caught dead in clothes that I made her, so I might as well buy the print she likes now.
How are some of the ways you save money during the holidays? Well, I am waiting on a call to come in from my hubby, and still have lots to accomplish before this day is over, so I better get going.
But first, Chanuka Sameach!
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