3/30/2002
Well, I let my guilt get the best of me. I made an Easter dress for Kaitlin today! I cheaped out though, using material I already had purchased but not used and I re-used a pattern, too. Same pattern as last year's easter dress (shhh don't tell) but sleeveless this time and a whole different color pallette. I had the colors a bit off - not orange like I mentioned in a earlier post, but a really great orangy-pink. Not hot pink, nor fuschia, nor dark peach - somewhere in between. Now all I need is to buy the zipper an zip it in tomorrow and voilah! I also made a hair scrunchy to match. Though I was going to run out of material - must have mistaken. I still have enough to make a pair of shorts. Cool. For the fun of it, I made a picture of it . . . .see?!?
3/29/2002
The Glory of God -- Devotions.org: Daily Thoughts for Living, Elizabeth Elliot
"Lord, lift up our eyes, away from ourselves and our small losses, up to that glory yet to be revealed. Teach us that it is only out of weakness that we are made strong, only as we suffer that we may reign, only as we lose that we may gain."
If you haven't read any Elizabeth Elliot, I suggest it now. Ever practical, ever inspired, her devotions and other writings have been a real blessing to me!
"Lord, lift up our eyes, away from ourselves and our small losses, up to that glory yet to be revealed. Teach us that it is only out of weakness that we are made strong, only as we suffer that we may reign, only as we lose that we may gain."
If you haven't read any Elizabeth Elliot, I suggest it now. Ever practical, ever inspired, her devotions and other writings have been a real blessing to me!
The most intoxicating and deadly scent in the world came out to play last night. The orange trees are in blossom! A neighbor has a tree, so I get it in my backyard every spring. Not too far from here are some orange groves which, if driven through at nighttime, put off the loveliest scent! I can't describe it - let me try - spicy, citrus, but really really sweet and heavy, too. There's no aroma like it. And . . . it's a killer for the sinuses of poor folk like me who, in their "old age", developed allergies! Argh. So, it's a quick sniff, glory in it for oh . . . about a nanosecond . . . and run to the house and close all the windows! LOL!
Today is Good Friday. We aren't observing much today. We usually have afternoon services but are going to skip it this year. BAD MOMMA again! I'll have to make sure to take some time today to read the Easter Story from our favorite bible story book - I have such a time, though, separating the eggs and bunnies from the all important sacrifice. Maybe I'll discuss them as symbols of renewal? Not a terrible idea. Now . . . how to explain renewal to a 4 year old. Hmmm . . . . .
Today is Good Friday. We aren't observing much today. We usually have afternoon services but are going to skip it this year. BAD MOMMA again! I'll have to make sure to take some time today to read the Easter Story from our favorite bible story book - I have such a time, though, separating the eggs and bunnies from the all important sacrifice. Maybe I'll discuss them as symbols of renewal? Not a terrible idea. Now . . . how to explain renewal to a 4 year old. Hmmm . . . . .
So . . . had a good day today. Didn't feel so terrible or tired. Of course, I slept until 10 while the kids watched cartoons - I know I know BAD MAMMA - but I was so tired. My big boy Henry is so good at looking after his sissy! Lest you think I take advantage of him - he is just that way. He took care of me when I was pregnant with Kaitlin, too, making me breakfast on my tired mornings, which consisted of an over-filled bowl of corn flakes, but what can you expect from a 4 year old?! He is a sweetie. I am thinking he will make someone a wonderful husband someday! His Dad is like that, too, but tries to hide it because somewhere he got the idea it isn't manly to be so lovey, but I got him and I know the truth! Underneath the rough exterior is a marshmallow!!! Shhhhhhh. Don't tell.
Anyway, I went to Wallyworld and spent some money to get Henry a new shirt, and a few odds and ends. Fun but needed stuff, like a new curling iron. I cut my hair - ok . . . I went to the salon and had it cut . . . and needed a 1" iron to replace the one that exploded on me. (Hair turned out cute, btw. My hairdresser hates me but treats me good. Hates me, because I only cut my hair once a year to about chin length and then let it grow out until I can french braid it, get tired, and call again! She gives me great cuts, though, that are more stylish than anything I would pick out and they always look cute growing out. Go Julie!) Picked up new sandals for the kids at Payless. Great sale. Big feet. My 9 year old boy is wearing men's sizes! Argh. I dread the growth spurts that await my sweet baby.
Later on we had our first summery day! Some of the neighborhood kids were around, and my little girl and her little friend down the street in their little girl bathing suits . . . I know, there are those who might be jealous of 80 degree weather in March, the first hose play, the first ice cream from the "cheesy" truck. Sweet and fun, but check back in 5 months when the temps are 102 with 30 percent humidity and we'll compare notes! I'll not be so pleasant then!!!
I was bummed that I couldn't find a new dress for Kaitlin, though. Everything was either too cheap looking, too revealing, or too sappy. I should have looked sooner, I suppose. I usually make a new dress. This is the first year I haven't. Shoot . . . her dress from last year still fits, so why do I feel guilty? I have some material, a ice-cream orange and raspberry plaid (kind of the colors of this graphic set). . . maybe I can throw a simple jumper together? We'll see. I don't know where this urge comes from. I can't figure out who I am completing with. Maybe myself. What a sap, eh? I guess I feel inadequate in other areas, I figure at least my daughter might remember that I made her dresses? Hmmmm? I'll have to do some soul searching on this one. Or not.
Lots going on - don't know why I feel so verbose. Worried a bit about Henry. He's been so negative lately. I think with me being sick and all, he's feeling left out and maybe a little picked on, since his activity level must conform to mine. In other words, we go less places and have fewer visitors if Mamma is sickiepoo. Poor kid. I promised the kids we'd do something fun when I get better. Maybe a matinee or lunch and the library? Don't know. We'll see. Must go sleeeeeeeeep.
Anyway, I went to Wallyworld and spent some money to get Henry a new shirt, and a few odds and ends. Fun but needed stuff, like a new curling iron. I cut my hair - ok . . . I went to the salon and had it cut . . . and needed a 1" iron to replace the one that exploded on me. (Hair turned out cute, btw. My hairdresser hates me but treats me good. Hates me, because I only cut my hair once a year to about chin length and then let it grow out until I can french braid it, get tired, and call again! She gives me great cuts, though, that are more stylish than anything I would pick out and they always look cute growing out. Go Julie!) Picked up new sandals for the kids at Payless. Great sale. Big feet. My 9 year old boy is wearing men's sizes! Argh. I dread the growth spurts that await my sweet baby.
Later on we had our first summery day! Some of the neighborhood kids were around, and my little girl and her little friend down the street in their little girl bathing suits . . . I know, there are those who might be jealous of 80 degree weather in March, the first hose play, the first ice cream from the "cheesy" truck. Sweet and fun, but check back in 5 months when the temps are 102 with 30 percent humidity and we'll compare notes! I'll not be so pleasant then!!!
I was bummed that I couldn't find a new dress for Kaitlin, though. Everything was either too cheap looking, too revealing, or too sappy. I should have looked sooner, I suppose. I usually make a new dress. This is the first year I haven't. Shoot . . . her dress from last year still fits, so why do I feel guilty? I have some material, a ice-cream orange and raspberry plaid (kind of the colors of this graphic set). . . maybe I can throw a simple jumper together? We'll see. I don't know where this urge comes from. I can't figure out who I am completing with. Maybe myself. What a sap, eh? I guess I feel inadequate in other areas, I figure at least my daughter might remember that I made her dresses? Hmmmm? I'll have to do some soul searching on this one. Or not.
Lots going on - don't know why I feel so verbose. Worried a bit about Henry. He's been so negative lately. I think with me being sick and all, he's feeling left out and maybe a little picked on, since his activity level must conform to mine. In other words, we go less places and have fewer visitors if Mamma is sickiepoo. Poor kid. I promised the kids we'd do something fun when I get better. Maybe a matinee or lunch and the library? Don't know. We'll see. Must go sleeeeeeeeep.
3/26/2002
Updated the graphics for me blog. Fun! I find it must be an obsession - the fun isn't having a great set up, but putting a new one up! Silly? And I feel a bit guilty ditching that great set from love-productions. There are some wonderful sets at her house! Thanks Kristine! But, I have gained a bit of confidence on the whole blog building thing and wanted to try out my own set. Cool.
I feel sorry for my friend from church, Kala. She made the mistake of calling to see how I was doing Sunday afternoon. BIG mistake. Why? Well, because no one else has bothered to see! So . . . . when a whiner like me gets asked, she's happy to divulge any and all details of her misery! LOL! Sorry Kala! I missed two weeks of church and a wedding and I am feeling a bit cooped up, so when I get someone cornered on the phone, well, can I really be held responsible? I just hope Kala didn't learn her lesson!
On that subject, I was a bit frustrated over the weekend. On Friday, I called my excellent obgyn. I knew I had a sinus infection in the making and didn't want the weekend I apparently was destined to have. He said,"Sudafed." end of story. So there I was by Sat nite, in excruciating pain and no options. But, Monday am he gave me antibiotics and things are much better now. So long as I don't cough this baby out!!!
I feel sorry for my friend from church, Kala. She made the mistake of calling to see how I was doing Sunday afternoon. BIG mistake. Why? Well, because no one else has bothered to see! So . . . . when a whiner like me gets asked, she's happy to divulge any and all details of her misery! LOL! Sorry Kala! I missed two weeks of church and a wedding and I am feeling a bit cooped up, so when I get someone cornered on the phone, well, can I really be held responsible? I just hope Kala didn't learn her lesson!
On that subject, I was a bit frustrated over the weekend. On Friday, I called my excellent obgyn. I knew I had a sinus infection in the making and didn't want the weekend I apparently was destined to have. He said,"Sudafed." end of story. So there I was by Sat nite, in excruciating pain and no options. But, Monday am he gave me antibiotics and things are much better now. So long as I don't cough this baby out!!!