I love this quote. Gives us all alot to think about doesn't it.
..... where do we stand? and where are we going? what are we doing? Why does it have to be so hard sometimes to implement true charity in our lives?? are we HAPPY? some days it feels like we are getting nowhere doesn't it..
but a lot of days I look around and say holy how did I get here because everything we have gone through to get to where we are now is because of what we have been through. But its still crazy how much time is slipping by so fast and how did my kids get this big or how have I been married almost 15 years. Then I think of all the things we have done and all that we have gone through together and its exactly as it should be because of every single one of those things that has happened to us or because of circumstances beyond our control but every single one of them is for a reason and here we are today.
but a lot of days I look around and say holy how did I get here because everything we have gone through to get to where we are now is because of what we have been through. But its still crazy how much time is slipping by so fast and how did my kids get this big or how have I been married almost 15 years. Then I think of all the things we have done and all that we have gone through together and its exactly as it should be because of every single one of those things that has happened to us or because of circumstances beyond our control but every single one of them is for a reason and here we are today.
Things that make me happy:
-My new dishwasher and the husband who is more than handy to install and build or fix anything
- that a certain little girl randomly decided on her own that she was joining the school choir got the form and is so happy doing it. I was happy because its the first time she showed intuitive to do something she was interested in and did it all and she loves it, and I'm pretty sure a part of her is proud of herself because its something she wanted. She can be as stubborn as me :)
-that I found this pretty cake stand I've been looking for forever...and found one on amazon......an early Christmas present to me? lol
but I am sad I missed out on this $29 deal on this kitchen aide chopper so pretty isn't it though. It was in my basket and I waited to long sad:( ...oh well
my family makes me happy, and all my extended family on both sides {my family hasn't had a picture together in years so anyway its kind of big and even though we are all spread out I love the out of the blue phone calls, the little notes and the I miss you's and I was thinking of you....
-My kids around the counter talking laughing and making things together makes me happy ...I love it....It makes me so happy sometimes I just sit back and listen to them talk and think of all the things I hope they are when they grow up and that I hope they are all friends and love and care about each other no matter what stage of life....
- true story so happiness is free we don't need lots of money, a big house, and fancy cars to be happy..... just the best things....
love, family, friends, memories,
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Me thinks...
1. ....people are decorating for Christmas and putting up their trees earlier this year or is that just me? I have some decor up but D thinks its ridiculously to early to do it I'm working him down so are the kids ha ha we'll see who wins
HAVE YOU GOT YOURS UP YET?
I have noticed there are more Merry Christmas signs and commercials that actually say Merry Christmas so far this early season... I really dislike the whole "happy holidays" thing like your going to step on somebodies toes really come on!
2. In our school they do something called student led conferences instead of parent teacher interviews ...{you can book an appointment} but you'd feel bad not attending this SLC....but really I ALREADY know what my kid is doing I work on her/him, read with her, do math.... I know what they are doing I WANT TO HEAR FROM THEIR TEACHER HOW TO HELP THEM or if they need help or if they are doing good! I dislike student led conferences {that are a whole 1/2 hour long and I have to pay a babysitter cause siblings aren't aloud besides the point} why can't we go back to the way things used to be.... speaking of which
what was the point in changing the grading system
abcde
to
12345??
when did that happen anyway?? I don't get it? Why change a good thing ..
3. Anyway I'm kind of ranting now .....
for real though last night we had "THE TALK" with K the birds and the bees one...it actually went pretty good he was a little uncomfortable for a few topics....
I feel like compared to my friends and family with kids of age that we were late, he will be 10 in a month or so, but I also feel like it needs to come from us before he hears it elsewhere.
I guess part of me didn't want to put things there that an innocent mind never thought of before...but the world we live in it needs to come from home . And it needs to be here a safe place to feel comfortable to ask anything anytime.
If you have older kids what age did you give your kids "the talk"?
for real though last night we had "THE TALK" with K the birds and the bees one...it actually went pretty good he was a little uncomfortable for a few topics....
I feel like compared to my friends and family with kids of age that we were late, he will be 10 in a month or so, but I also feel like it needs to come from us before he hears it elsewhere.
I guess part of me didn't want to put things there that an innocent mind never thought of before...but the world we live in it needs to come from home . And it needs to be here a safe place to feel comfortable to ask anything anytime.
If you have older kids what age did you give your kids "the talk"?
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I have my decorations up, but will save the tree for the first Monday in December.
Haven't had to do "the talk" with our boys yet, but I'm thinking grade 5 at the latest because the other kids will be learning about it in school that year. I think we'll play it by ear and handle it with prayer.
You know my decorations aren't up, can't skip holidays!
So not looking forward to the talk. I can't believe how early it has to come now days. I remember me and all my friends not having a clue until junior high.
mine turned 10 in September and I have not yet had the talk with him. No desire to do it either but I know we need to before others tell them "their" version.
I am fighting the urge to put up the tree. I do want to but know it is too early.
We have talked to our older two ladies. Not an easy topic but one that needs to be addressed by us as their parents before the world. I feel like being honest and straight forward with them is so important. Then hopefully they will come to you when they need to for any questions instead of to friends or worse the internet. And in this world that is a very scary place to look for answers on that subject.
Think your spectacular!! Liked running into you at Walmart the other night!
Don't know how long you've had the new header but it is super cute! I love you and your family. Hakon and I have been talking about getting together with you guys. Hopefully soon-seems like every spare minute ends up being home renos. Anyway, Love you and the great quotes. Enjoy that new dishwasher!
Christal, I don't know if you're a fan of Walmart... but they carry that exact Kitchen Aid Processor. If I remember correctly- they've been selling them for $39.00!?? I'm not sure if they have RED, but it's worth a shot checking out :P
I have one. We got it as a Wedding Gift. I ♥ it!! Makes the best baby food, dips, shredded veggies/fruit, and mixes for cooking. So worth the buy!
I hate the student led conferences, I too feel like I keep up with my children and their school work daily, I think the conferences give the teachers an out - they don't even comment in the report cards sometimes!! Boo
I haven't been checking out blogs for a while and I noticed your Family pics were at the train bridge, we went there too for an impromptu photo-shoot. so cute!!
We have everything up always before or on Nov. 15th! Outside lights included. Why wait. 6 weeks of Christmas Decor is NOT long enough in my books. Let's show the world we adore the birth of Jesus Christ. ; D
I agree with you on the SLC. I eventually stopped going.....and told the teachers why. I guess I wasn't the only one....because now they switch back and forth between the old way and the new way even steven through out the year. So I attend the PTC now.
We started the "talk" with our kids as early as Grade 3. Because in Grade 4 they are already teaching the basics of biology "Health Class". We just went on line to the Alberta Education site to see EXACTLY what the school will be teaching and when and work around that. Sometimes.....okay....many time we have to counter with our beliefs, but at least the kids know why the rest of the world believes what they believe....they will hear it from other kids and people anyway...so why try to keep them from those classes I say. That's just my two cents worth. Have fun!
Hopefully D will let you put it all up! I love your JOY center piece on the table.
No Christmas decorations yet! We don't have anything. It is not going to be as big as I like it.
We haven't had a formal sit down and talk, talk. But we talk about things alot. Esp now that we are around animals. We always seem to be watching them when they are "in the mood." It makes for great talks. They go around talking about mating. They ask when were the horses going to mate so they can hopefully have a baby. I guess we are pretty open.
I love reading your thoughts. Have a great week!!
I also hate the student led conferences. I just wanna talk to the teacher alone about the kids and how they are doing!
You know not big talk here yet :) ha
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