Thursday, September 25, 2008
It's that time of year
Where we begin the Birthday Celebrations!!! If we disappear for awhile...you'll know why... we are busy anticipating the Big Birthdays!!
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Family Night
So, before you look at these pictures and think that we have COMPLETELY lost our minds...let me explain!
Five years ago, Hubby and I went to a Marriage Retreat in Monterey CA put on by Family Life Today. During the session on parenting, we enjoyed listening to a gentleman that had 6 children himself. As we learned different styles of parenting, etc... we also enjoyed his witty stories of life with 6 kids. One of those stories was about a monthly ritual that they had around their household.
It went like this: Once a month, they would lay out a vinyl table cloth on the dining room floor. In the middle of this table cloth, they would dump a large bowl of spaghetti, and without using plates, etc...they ate their dinner. Hence it was called Barbarian Night!
We came home from that retreat promising we would do that! We talked it up to the kids but NEVER did it! For years we wanted to do it...but never did! (still not sure what stopped us!)
Last night while we were trying to figure out what we wanted for dinner, the mention of Barbarian Night was brought up. It was time.
Although we called it Barbarian Night, we were a bit more civilized and put the table cloth actually on the table....and set out utensils as optional. No plates...just lots of napkins.
Weird as it was...we started out using forks (because the spaghetti was hot) but once we got started, we ALL really got into it! Even Hubby...who was certain he was going to use a fork the whole time!!! HA!!
The laughter and entertainment was SOOOOO worth it! We had a blast!! I guarantee it won't be the last Barbarian Night around here!!
These smiles are priceless!!
Five years ago, Hubby and I went to a Marriage Retreat in Monterey CA put on by Family Life Today. During the session on parenting, we enjoyed listening to a gentleman that had 6 children himself. As we learned different styles of parenting, etc... we also enjoyed his witty stories of life with 6 kids. One of those stories was about a monthly ritual that they had around their household.
It went like this: Once a month, they would lay out a vinyl table cloth on the dining room floor. In the middle of this table cloth, they would dump a large bowl of spaghetti, and without using plates, etc...they ate their dinner. Hence it was called Barbarian Night!
We came home from that retreat promising we would do that! We talked it up to the kids but NEVER did it! For years we wanted to do it...but never did! (still not sure what stopped us!)
Last night while we were trying to figure out what we wanted for dinner, the mention of Barbarian Night was brought up. It was time.
Although we called it Barbarian Night, we were a bit more civilized and put the table cloth actually on the table....and set out utensils as optional. No plates...just lots of napkins.
Weird as it was...we started out using forks (because the spaghetti was hot) but once we got started, we ALL really got into it! Even Hubby...who was certain he was going to use a fork the whole time!!! HA!!
The laughter and entertainment was SOOOOO worth it! We had a blast!! I guarantee it won't be the last Barbarian Night around here!!
These smiles are priceless!!
Elections 2008
I'm not one to get too involved in politics. I mean.. I have my opinion but I'm not out there working the campaign trail....unless of course it's for a candidate that I know and trust. One that stands true to his promises....
That's why I am putting my FULL support behind Bubba Spiller for Coastal Christian School's 7th Grade Class President!
That's why I am putting my FULL support behind Bubba Spiller for Coastal Christian School's 7th Grade Class President!
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Fall Fever
It's that time of year! The time of year when you begrudgingly wake up early on a Saturday, throw on your comfy jeans, sweatshirt and tennis shoes and stumble out the door. The brisk cold air hits you as you walk outside and suddenly you become aware of the sights and smells around you. The warm cup of coffee in your hand warms you as pace the sidelines trying to keep from freezing. Suddenly the whistle blows from a distance and you notice that all these growing boys are eagerly running around on a field after a little ball. Ahh...the sights and sounds of fall.....
Soccer season officially began last Saturday! Woo Hoo!!! And to our pleasure we have five 8:00 AM games...which means Bubba has to be there to warm up at 7:15AM!! ON A SATURDAY!! Apparently the person in charge of scheduling is playing a mean trick on all of us parents!! To make it even better, today was picture day. So guess what? We got to be there by 6:55 AM for pictures at 7:05AM...AM!! Did I mention it was AM?? as in morning???
ok...so despite my above gripes of the early morning, I actually LOVE this time of year and this sport! Bubba just come alive when he plays this one. This year he moved up to a new division...one in which some of these boys are more like grown men! And then there is my little Bubba....not afraid of any one of them!! He'll take them all on if it means he gets the ball!! He's got a great coach and team this season and we're looking forward to seeing how well they do! So far..so good!
Bubba swipes the ball..
It's all about teamwork! Way to go!
Soccer season officially began last Saturday! Woo Hoo!!! And to our pleasure we have five 8:00 AM games...which means Bubba has to be there to warm up at 7:15AM!! ON A SATURDAY!! Apparently the person in charge of scheduling is playing a mean trick on all of us parents!! To make it even better, today was picture day. So guess what? We got to be there by 6:55 AM for pictures at 7:05AM...AM!! Did I mention it was AM?? as in morning???
ok...so despite my above gripes of the early morning, I actually LOVE this time of year and this sport! Bubba just come alive when he plays this one. This year he moved up to a new division...one in which some of these boys are more like grown men! And then there is my little Bubba....not afraid of any one of them!! He'll take them all on if it means he gets the ball!! He's got a great coach and team this season and we're looking forward to seeing how well they do! So far..so good!
Bubba swipes the ball..
It's all about teamwork! Way to go!
Played hard the entire game and still lookin good!!
Friday, September 12, 2008
First Year Spiritual Emphasis
Every year the Jr. High and High Schoolers from Bubba's school go out to the Christian Campground behind Lopez Lake (the same one that we go out to for summer camp) and spend 3 days having fun, being goofy all the while growing closer to each other and ultimately to the Lord. It is a unique and special time for these kids and the highlight of the year!
Bubba and Matt (a 10th grader) prepare for their team skit
Bubba proudly wears his team flag
Venturing into Junior High this year meant that he was joining the others in the right of passage to attend this trip. Nessa even gave him the pep talk on everything he needed to know to survive!!
This year the theme verse was Matt 22:37-40 which all the small group times and chapel sessions worked from that.
Jesus replied: " 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.'This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.'All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments."
One of the activities is for each team to come up with a skit that goes along with the theme. The more wild and crazy...the better.
Bubba and Matt (a 10th grader) prepare for their team skit
Bubba proudly wears his team flag
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Life's Treasured Moments
There are a few things in life I have yet to experience....for instance let's say...cavities and a speeding ticket. I mean, those are pivital things in life that everyone must experience...and yet...I had been so deprived of those pleasures! I'd been searching for so long...and just KNEW something was missing in my life! Monday... I found it!
It started as any typical Monday. Work...as usual. Going fairly well...no complaints. Quitting time of 3:30 meant a "quick" trip to the dentist office for a fill on two small cavities I had. Now...let me preface that by saying I've only had ONE other cavitiy in my life...and it was filled in a snap with no pain.
Enter a new dentist into the picture, one that I have determined is trigger happy and loves the little tube with the stuff to numb you all up...cause he used TWO of them on me. One in each side! Ya..that's great...I didn't want to feel anything! thanks! After a slight panic attack because I felt like my throat was totally closing in on me... I endured the few minutes it took to drill, chip and fill my cavities. Wala...new woman! That outta teach me to floss better from now on! Now onto home to let this stuff wear off!
Laughing as I got into the car, I called hubby to let him know I was on my way home and see him in a bit. I was excited to get home becuase Nessa and the boys had made dinner for us! I took the back roads home enjoying the beautiful countryside all the while laughing at myself as my entire lower jaw felt like it was sticking out to the steering wheel (ok..so I get amuzed by silly stuff...what can I say)
As I rounded the corner coming into the village of AG, I was coasting down a slight hill when I noticed some beautiful blue and red lights flashing behind me. Christmas lights? No..not quite. I vaguely remember what you are supposed to do when those go behind you...so I pulled over"safely" to the side of the road.
According to Mr. Officer, it was his day to "enforce the speed limit" on that portion of the road and he had clocked me at 41 MPH. I smiled in all my numbness glory as he asked me if I knew what the speed limit was......hmmm....40? lol... I mean.. I seriously had no clue! Learn somethin new everyday! The sign a mile back, covered by an over grown tree stated 30 MPH.... who knew? ( apparently I wasn't the only one who didn't know the limit, as people zoomed past me while Mr. Officer was writing me up!!...go figure!) Needless to say, I was too tired ( and a little peeved at this point) to try and work my way out of this...he obviously had his job to do and felt I was driving at an unsafe speed! LOL (ohh...if he only knew what my little zoom zoom car was really capable of!!)
So as I sat, drinking my protein shake at dinner (because I was still too numb to eat the delicious meal my family cooked) I let out a half laugh/half cry...for in one day, I had experienced two of life's treasured moments!
No pictures of the numb lady were taken....but I thought I would share my precious gift from Mr. Officer!
It started as any typical Monday. Work...as usual. Going fairly well...no complaints. Quitting time of 3:30 meant a "quick" trip to the dentist office for a fill on two small cavities I had. Now...let me preface that by saying I've only had ONE other cavitiy in my life...and it was filled in a snap with no pain.
Enter a new dentist into the picture, one that I have determined is trigger happy and loves the little tube with the stuff to numb you all up...cause he used TWO of them on me. One in each side! Ya..that's great...I didn't want to feel anything! thanks! After a slight panic attack because I felt like my throat was totally closing in on me... I endured the few minutes it took to drill, chip and fill my cavities. Wala...new woman! That outta teach me to floss better from now on! Now onto home to let this stuff wear off!
Laughing as I got into the car, I called hubby to let him know I was on my way home and see him in a bit. I was excited to get home becuase Nessa and the boys had made dinner for us! I took the back roads home enjoying the beautiful countryside all the while laughing at myself as my entire lower jaw felt like it was sticking out to the steering wheel (ok..so I get amuzed by silly stuff...what can I say)
As I rounded the corner coming into the village of AG, I was coasting down a slight hill when I noticed some beautiful blue and red lights flashing behind me. Christmas lights? No..not quite. I vaguely remember what you are supposed to do when those go behind you...so I pulled over"safely" to the side of the road.
According to Mr. Officer, it was his day to "enforce the speed limit" on that portion of the road and he had clocked me at 41 MPH. I smiled in all my numbness glory as he asked me if I knew what the speed limit was......hmmm....40? lol... I mean.. I seriously had no clue! Learn somethin new everyday! The sign a mile back, covered by an over grown tree stated 30 MPH.... who knew? ( apparently I wasn't the only one who didn't know the limit, as people zoomed past me while Mr. Officer was writing me up!!...go figure!) Needless to say, I was too tired ( and a little peeved at this point) to try and work my way out of this...he obviously had his job to do and felt I was driving at an unsafe speed! LOL (ohh...if he only knew what my little zoom zoom car was really capable of!!)
So as I sat, drinking my protein shake at dinner (because I was still too numb to eat the delicious meal my family cooked) I let out a half laugh/half cry...for in one day, I had experienced two of life's treasured moments!
No pictures of the numb lady were taken....but I thought I would share my precious gift from Mr. Officer!
Monday, September 1, 2008
Oh Where is my hairbrush??
For Bubba, summer means more than just time off from school.. It means time to let your hair down....literally! So for 3 months, he has been able to let is grow...and grow.....and grow. The longer it got, the more the curls came back. And the more time he spent this summer in the water and outside, the more blonde it got... making him look like the ultimate surfer dude!
But alas...the time has come to comply with the school "hair dress code". So on the last possible day, we cut his hair today. From long....to short ( and ready to spike the front of course!) hair!
From surfer dude!!
To sophisticated Junior Higher!
But alas...the time has come to comply with the school "hair dress code". So on the last possible day, we cut his hair today. From long....to short ( and ready to spike the front of course!) hair!
From surfer dude!!
To sophisticated Junior Higher!
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