Thursday, July 24, 2014
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
Afternoon fun
I took out my props and asked the kids to model for me this afternoon. It is always fun watching them laugh and play as I take pictures. They love all the attention. but my lights weren't working so a lot of the shots are full of shadows which is really disappointing.
Sunday, July 20, 2014
Forgiveness
I read something about forgiveness that was very enlightening.
When we feel hurt by someone we have judged their actions as unjust, and so judge them and criticize them for their actions or words.
That makes so much sense to me. I am hurt because I judged the action or words as hurtful. People will react differently to the same circumstance because of their own moral laws and ideas of fairness.
When we hold un forgiveness we continue to judge that other person. The bible is clear about judging others.
Romans 2:11 Therefore you are inexcusable, O man, whoever you are who judge, for in whatever you judge another you condemn yourself; for you who judge practice the same things.
When we feel hurt by someone we have judged their actions as unjust, and so judge them and criticize them for their actions or words.
That makes so much sense to me. I am hurt because I judged the action or words as hurtful. People will react differently to the same circumstance because of their own moral laws and ideas of fairness.
When we hold un forgiveness we continue to judge that other person. The bible is clear about judging others.
Romans 2:11 Therefore you are inexcusable, O man, whoever you are who judge, for in whatever you judge another you condemn yourself; for you who judge practice the same things.
Saturday, July 19, 2014
Rather be two then crazy
Driving from the pet store Liz asks why Bethel would want a snake, I piped in quickly that Bethel was just crazy.
Everyone inthe car laughed. The next topic wasnt so funny though. The older boys started arguing about a silly thing and they were going back and forth just voicing the same statement over and over. I became quickly annoyed and told Nathaniel to stop acting like a two year old. Bethel enjoyed that statement and chuckled.
But Nathaniel quickly came back with he'd rather be two then crazy! The whole car errupted in laughter.
Friday, July 18, 2014
Thursday, July 17, 2014
Quiet???
The best time is quiet time. In this house quiet is very rare. This morning I managed to wake before everyone, what joys!
Monday, July 14, 2014
some photographers would cringe at the thought of posting unedited photos......But here are some winter pics I took of the Georgia snow
Baked an "island", build a candy hut with Kit Kats and then attached Toothless on spikes to appear like he is flying over the island. Kids loved it!!!
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Health
Illness is never welcomed.
It slows the smooth running of our lives; Getting sick is like tripping and sometimes falling hard! Wouldn't it be nice to be able to plan the cold! We could make space for it on our calendar.
What could be worse then being sick and the work piling around you?
What about being sick and the doctors cant find the source.
It slows the smooth running of our lives; Getting sick is like tripping and sometimes falling hard! Wouldn't it be nice to be able to plan the cold! We could make space for it on our calendar.
What could be worse then being sick and the work piling around you?
What about being sick and the doctors cant find the source.
Monday, January 7, 2013
Sleepless
Little man ( 22 mnths) couldnt sleep last night so i put him in bed with us.
He snuggled in-between us and tried to rest.
But he can't lie still. He sung a song, pretended to snore and wriggled and wriggled!
He snuggled in-between us and tried to rest.
But he can't lie still. He sung a song, pretended to snore and wriggled and wriggled!
Saturday, January 5, 2013
Happy kids
After my seventh child was born I felt so exhausted. Just thinking of trying to school four grades while nursing a baby and watching two toddlers was an overwhelming thought.
I decided that I'd enroll the four older kids in the local schools so I could get some help educating them, while I focused on the other areas of raising children.
I had no idea what a night mare it would be for me.
The list of supplies that I had to provide! The doctors visits, paper work and lists of rules was overwhelming!
As the six months wore on I realized that the school system had more flaws then it had help in educating young people. Everyday the boys would come home and I would have to teach for hours because they didn't get the help they needed at school. The worst part is what I saw happening emotionally to each of them. They were growing more angry and defensive, and each week they seemed to be a little more rebellious.
I was really nervous telling the kids that I was pulling them out of public school. I wasn't sure they would understand, but they rejoiced when I told them. Their attitudes at home became a lot more peaceful and they became more helpful and sweet again.
The school experience was fun in some areas but I think the negatives out weighed the positive .
Each one had their challenges with bullies at school, teachers that are stretched too far and they had too many after school expectations.
I rejoice in having my Nathan and Jay back. Both boys are a lot more relaxed and happy with the thought of being home.
I decided that I'd enroll the four older kids in the local schools so I could get some help educating them, while I focused on the other areas of raising children.
I had no idea what a night mare it would be for me.
The list of supplies that I had to provide! The doctors visits, paper work and lists of rules was overwhelming!
As the six months wore on I realized that the school system had more flaws then it had help in educating young people. Everyday the boys would come home and I would have to teach for hours because they didn't get the help they needed at school. The worst part is what I saw happening emotionally to each of them. They were growing more angry and defensive, and each week they seemed to be a little more rebellious.
I was really nervous telling the kids that I was pulling them out of public school. I wasn't sure they would understand, but they rejoiced when I told them. Their attitudes at home became a lot more peaceful and they became more helpful and sweet again.
The school experience was fun in some areas but I think the negatives out weighed the positive .
Each one had their challenges with bullies at school, teachers that are stretched too far and they had too many after school expectations.
I rejoice in having my Nathan and Jay back. Both boys are a lot more relaxed and happy with the thought of being home.
Friday, January 4, 2013
7days-7kids
We were thinking about our children and the parallel with creation.
Day1: God made light. our first child Bethel ( means House of God)
Day2: God made the heaven and oceans Nathaniel means gift of God-
Day3: God made land and vegetation, green things have always a sign of life. Josh means salvation-
Day4:God made the sun, moon and stars . Our fourth child: Jadon means Thankful- he is a gentle and helpful child.
Day5: God made birds and fish- Liz is like a sweet bird .Elizabeth means My God is abundance -
Day6 God made animals and man. Abigail means Fathers joy.(She is like a little Teddy Bear)
Day7:God rested on the 7th day .our seventh :Gabriel Seth means appointed hand of God
Monday, December 17, 2012
Monday
My Monday started with crying kids that didn't want to go to school. When I dropped them off they realised they had forgotten their book bags at home. So I had to drive home and get them.
I thought a good workout would help with a bumpy morning, but the parking lot was completely full so I had to turn around and return home. I got a call from my son about a permission form so I went to my computer to email his teacher. The computer wouldn't recognize the mouse. So I went to another computer and it wouldn't pull up the website, so I called the school and left a message hoping that will work.
I wasn't giving up on trying to make the day go well so I dressed the kids in the best Christmas stuff I could find and loaded them back in the car.
On the car ride they got a hold of a pen and drew on themselves and their clothes. I turned around and gave up on the idea of Santa pictures.
Its only eleven o'clock maybe the day day change.
I thought a good workout would help with a bumpy morning, but the parking lot was completely full so I had to turn around and return home. I got a call from my son about a permission form so I went to my computer to email his teacher. The computer wouldn't recognize the mouse. So I went to another computer and it wouldn't pull up the website, so I called the school and left a message hoping that will work.
I wasn't giving up on trying to make the day go well so I dressed the kids in the best Christmas stuff I could find and loaded them back in the car.
On the car ride they got a hold of a pen and drew on themselves and their clothes. I turned around and gave up on the idea of Santa pictures.
Its only eleven o'clock maybe the day day change.
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Support
It was so nice to have the kids home with me this Thanksgiving week. But sending them to school Monday I fell apart again. I feel like my life goal of being the best mom I can be has been taken from me.
I had this ideal of a stay at home mom, homeschooling, and making things with my hands.
What I didn't realize is I needed to have a support group. I didn't seek groups to help with with the huge job of raising kids.
Moms that stay home need outlets and support. If you are Homeschooling is so much more need to hear from others that are going through the challenges and faced everyday.
I'm grateful for my husband always encouraging me to seek help, but I never sustained the connection because of the work load, it is so easy to get too busy.
I had this ideal of a stay at home mom, homeschooling, and making things with my hands.
What I didn't realize is I needed to have a support group. I didn't seek groups to help with with the huge job of raising kids.
Moms that stay home need outlets and support. If you are Homeschooling is so much more need to hear from others that are going through the challenges and faced everyday.
I'm grateful for my husband always encouraging me to seek help, but I never sustained the connection because of the work load, it is so easy to get too busy.
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
I think about writing often, adding a little, but I'm always stumped by what to say.
Most days are pretty much like the day before. Lots of mess and noise and complete chaos!
But when I get past the emotions of it all, I can list the positives of my job.
I gave up career, friends and body (lol) to be here every minute for my kids. Its always been so important to me that I need to be there for the kids. Watch them discover new things
Most days are pretty much like the day before. Lots of mess and noise and complete chaos!
But when I get past the emotions of it all, I can list the positives of my job.
I gave up career, friends and body (lol) to be here every minute for my kids. Its always been so important to me that I need to be there for the kids. Watch them discover new things
You know, I have continued to struggle with sending my kids to school. I feel demoted from Vice President to mail clerk! My hubby thinks its an identity problem.
I've lost my primary job, or more truthful, gave it up. I have to continue to remind myself what reasons I send them to school and I need to focus on new goals.
.........to be cont.........kids are too noisey to think!!
I've lost my primary job, or more truthful, gave it up. I have to continue to remind myself what reasons I send them to school and I need to focus on new goals.
.........to be cont.........kids are too noisey to think!!
