Every now and then I reflect back on my day-especially if it's one of my days off from work and I've been able to spend a lot of time with my boys. If I think of a certain moment from that day, I remember phrases I've said and it just makes me laugh. Not that I'm funny-just that I'm responding to what my kids are doing. Here are a some recent ones:
"Blake, please don't lick the dog."
"Blake, we don't take our clothes off unless we're at our house."
"Colin, please stop hooting like an owl in Primary."
"Blake, please don't touch Dolly's ninnies." (Dolly is a dog)
I've also recently learned that Blake is a "kisser". A friend watched him the other day and her little girl that just turned two told her, "Mommy, he kissed my wips!" Then the mother caught him trying to do it again. Who taught him this?!
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Saturday, March 28, 2009
What bad economy?
Ron and I have been feeling quite good about our finances since moving in with his parents. Things have been running smoothly and we've been looking forward to buying a house the end of this year. I must say the bad economy I've heard all about hadn't affected us....yet.
This past month we've been whistling a different tune. Instead of feeling bad for those losing their jobs, we're jumping in the unemployment line with them! Ron was called into a large conference room the other day at work. He noticied his fellow managers amongst him. The doors were all closed, and the head haunchos stood before him. Many, many people were laid off. But not Ron.
He was told of a promotion around this time of year and a hefty raise not long ago. Once we were frustrated of the false promise, and now we're greatful he's even getting paid! Restaurants in the resort are closing their doors, and people shifted from department to department. Ron gets to stay where he's at, and still gets a raise, just not a large one.
Unfortunately, my job is no longer an option. I was told I have to go full-time in June, or not work at all. As much as I love making money, I'm not willing to take on more work and spend less time with my boys. I'm sad at the prospect of not doing a job I enjoy and worked so hard to get, but looking forward to more focused family time. It's bittersweet. We're very lucky to be where we are at this time.
I'm contemplating more school or another part-time job just to get us into a home. For those of you in similar situations, we're right beside you! I know we will be blessed with new opportunities.
This past month we've been whistling a different tune. Instead of feeling bad for those losing their jobs, we're jumping in the unemployment line with them! Ron was called into a large conference room the other day at work. He noticied his fellow managers amongst him. The doors were all closed, and the head haunchos stood before him. Many, many people were laid off. But not Ron.
He was told of a promotion around this time of year and a hefty raise not long ago. Once we were frustrated of the false promise, and now we're greatful he's even getting paid! Restaurants in the resort are closing their doors, and people shifted from department to department. Ron gets to stay where he's at, and still gets a raise, just not a large one.
Unfortunately, my job is no longer an option. I was told I have to go full-time in June, or not work at all. As much as I love making money, I'm not willing to take on more work and spend less time with my boys. I'm sad at the prospect of not doing a job I enjoy and worked so hard to get, but looking forward to more focused family time. It's bittersweet. We're very lucky to be where we are at this time.
I'm contemplating more school or another part-time job just to get us into a home. For those of you in similar situations, we're right beside you! I know we will be blessed with new opportunities.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Shout Outs
I spent so much time talking about Colin, I thought I should probably say how proud of Blake we are as well! Mr. Blake has been doing so well at potty training lately! I'll spare people the details and just say he's making it easier than I had anticipated. Here's Blake with one of his rewards for using the toilet-a Reese's PB Cup egg. Keep up the good work, Blake!
Also, I wanted to publicly thank Mary Bartlett and Amy Rambow for all of their hard work on Amy Riley's baby shower. I thought it turned out amazing! I was less than helpful since I wasn't feeling well, but they took the reins and did a great job. Thanks, girls!
Also, I wanted to publicly thank Mary Bartlett and Amy Rambow for all of their hard work on Amy Riley's baby shower. I thought it turned out amazing! I was less than helpful since I wasn't feeling well, but they took the reins and did a great job. Thanks, girls!
Proud Moments
While I was spending a lot of time looking into a toilet bowl for the last four days, Colin has had a couple of really great days.
First was his parent-teacher conference. His teacher, Miss Amy, had nothing but nice things to say about him. He even had a Kindergarten report card! He's making so much progress and seems to really enjoy learning. (I guess he struggles with "graphs". Yes, graphs. They are actually taking data and graphing it in Kindergarten! Geometry 101) He even likes helping the other kids and is a nurturer (which is unusual for an Autistic child). Nothing makes a mom happier or more proud than to hear nice things about her son! Good job, Buddy!
Next was his first T-ball game. Last year the team was all over the field and quite clumsy. It's amazing the difference a year can make. He has great coaches that are very supportive and positive towards all of the boys. Colin's attention span isn't the greatest, but he's really improved on focusing in on what's happening on the field. Although it is T-ball, they are pitching to the kids, and Colin got a nice hit into right field. His coach was so proud of his game tonight, he gave him the game ball. WOO HOO! GO #11!
Colin informed me before the game that 30 of his Care Bear friends would be coming to the game. Colin seems to attribute his great game to the Care Bears. After the game, our family, and probably all of the Care Bears, went to Johnny Rocket's to celebrate. The waitress made a funny face out of ketchup into a bowl for the kids. Colin really enjoyed smiling back and talking to his-it was quite entertaining.
First was his parent-teacher conference. His teacher, Miss Amy, had nothing but nice things to say about him. He even had a Kindergarten report card! He's making so much progress and seems to really enjoy learning. (I guess he struggles with "graphs". Yes, graphs. They are actually taking data and graphing it in Kindergarten! Geometry 101) He even likes helping the other kids and is a nurturer (which is unusual for an Autistic child). Nothing makes a mom happier or more proud than to hear nice things about her son! Good job, Buddy!
Next was his first T-ball game. Last year the team was all over the field and quite clumsy. It's amazing the difference a year can make. He has great coaches that are very supportive and positive towards all of the boys. Colin's attention span isn't the greatest, but he's really improved on focusing in on what's happening on the field. Although it is T-ball, they are pitching to the kids, and Colin got a nice hit into right field. His coach was so proud of his game tonight, he gave him the game ball. WOO HOO! GO #11!
Colin informed me before the game that 30 of his Care Bear friends would be coming to the game. Colin seems to attribute his great game to the Care Bears. After the game, our family, and probably all of the Care Bears, went to Johnny Rocket's to celebrate. The waitress made a funny face out of ketchup into a bowl for the kids. Colin really enjoyed smiling back and talking to his-it was quite entertaining.
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