I love these daily devotions from the ladies at Proverbs 31. The one from last Thursday really hit home; it is talking about finding time each day to have quiet time with the Lord...something I definitely struggle with (consider I am just now reading my Thursday devotional!). Good stuff...check it out!
http://proverbs31devotions.blogspot.com/2009/10/most-important-time-of-my-day.html
Monday, October 26, 2009
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
sunrise
We have windows all along the back of our house which is our hearth room/playroom area. This is where the trio watches tv and gets dressed in the morning. As I was helping Haley put on her clothes this morning, she looked up and asked "why is the sky pink?". It was amazing to see the sun peeking over the horizon and the sky illuminate as we began our day.
Hectic mornings mean I did not have my camera available to take a picture, but it was a wonderful reminder of God's beautiful creation.
Friday, October 16, 2009
new kicks
I finally gave in and bought myself some fancy (i.e. expensive) running shoes. If I'm going to run in 10k & 15k races and eventually a half marathon, I need the proper gear! My right knee has begun to ache and I've been feeling the onset of shin splints, so it was time. I felt a little ill paying the nice young man who helped me but now I'm really fired up to run in the Autumn Breeze 10k tomorrow morning!
you outta get ya one
I am very fortunate to have "Tootsie" aka my mom in our lives! Not only did she and my dad keep our trio last weekend while Jason and I had a get a way to Fayetteville for the AR/AU game, but she has been watching my sick baby boy since Tuesday afternoon! Poor Sam has been running a fever for days now; he really has no other symptoms except for a cough here and there and some snot. He didn't eat yesterday which is VERY abnormal, but his energy level remains high and he has enjoyed his time at his Tootsie's house. Even at age 32, I have a mom who sacrifices almost daily to help me and my family. Not only do I appreciate her help but I marvel in the constant love she bestows on to her adult children. I pray I am in a position to be there for my children and grandchildren (and eventually my elderly mom) as she has been there for us. We've both told the kids that I'm Tootsie's baby and she's my mama to which Haley responds "you're not a baby, mommy...that's silly"! True, I may not be an infant but my mama's first born I'll always be (and thankful for that MOST of the time!)!
Yes, he is sick! Monday, October 5, 2009
Some recent observations
Another summer come and gone in the Greer household. I thought certainly after the girls' birthday, that things would calm down. I don't know why I thought that, but I was wrong! Each night I fall into bed with a long list of things not yet accomplished that day. I wake up ready to tackle the tasks and yet they cycle continues to repeat itself. Even though time seems to fly by, I've noted subtle changes in my children as they personalities continue to blossom. Here's what I've noticed:
Haley:
This is a mama bear in training! She loves baby dolls, especially her "blue baby" Sally. She is very concerned about the nature and well being of those around here. She tells Gracie to be careful not to bump her head as she gets into the car. She tells Sam "it'll be ok baby brother" when he starts to cry. She wants to know if I have any boo boos that need band-aids so that I'll feel better.
She is a sensitive soul. I must admit, I raise my voice (a lot!)...one my call it yelling. To defend myself I have several voices to speak over! Anyhow, Haley cries anytime my voice goes over a certain decible level, even if the unhappiness is not directed towards her. She is a peacekeeper.
She is super smart and loves being in the big girl class.
She loves all things girly...pink and princesses. She will be some variety of a Disney princess for Halloween but being the girls she is, her mind changes daily!
Gracie:
She is an inquisitive one! She likes to sit on top of my toilet each morning while I get ready and asks what every single item in the bathroom is. Sometimes its like "Groundhog's Day" as each morning is a repeat of the prior one. Even if I tell her three mornings in a row that it is my clip on the counter, she still asks. Oh, she knows its a clip because if I don't respond, she'll tell me what it is, but she just likes to ask.
She is not a girly girl. While she will wear pink, she gravitates toward red. She only has one red shirt and it is her "Noel Methodist Children's Center" shirt that they wear on Fridays. She wears it to school on Friday, to bed Friday night, most of the day on Saturday and has been know to pull it out to wear to church on Sunday (it does get washed!). And what goes with a red shirt? Well her red keds of course! If I don't hide them, she will wear them with every outfit...and as I mentioned, she has nothing else red to wear! Her favorite combo is red shoes with pink socks....lovely!
As a non girly girl, she prefers cars to dolls. Oh, she'll sleep with pink baby but she also sleeps with Lightening McQueen and Doc. She prefers racing cars with Sam than watching Sleeping Beauty with Haley.
She is stubborn. She still is not potty trained. I don't think it is for a lack of trying on our part. Peer pressure, candy, prizes, coaxing, yelling, praising...nothing works. So, when she's ready, that's when it will happen. Don't try arguing with her as she always seems to win.
Sam:
His favorit word is "no". The answer to nearly every question asked of him, is no. It is getting a little frustrating. However, when I ask him to give me a hug, I don't get a no thank goodness!
His new obsession is Cars. Everything is Cars and Lightening McQueen. He played nicely by himself over at a friends house while we watched the LSU game because the little boy had a plethora of Cars gear. So, if any friends or family memebers are reading...make a note for Christmas presents! =)
He is finally paci free! It was lost for real and has not been replaced. He doesn't sleep quite as soundly in the morning but I'm glad its gone!
He is crazy about his sisters. I kinda feel sorry for any boys that want to date them in the far off future...baby brother may scare them off!
He is a little drummer boy! He loves to drum on anything and everything. He drums to the beat of music very well. Jason still has hopes of a sports star but realizes his talent may lie elsewhere!
Haley:
This is a mama bear in training! She loves baby dolls, especially her "blue baby" Sally. She is very concerned about the nature and well being of those around here. She tells Gracie to be careful not to bump her head as she gets into the car. She tells Sam "it'll be ok baby brother" when he starts to cry. She wants to know if I have any boo boos that need band-aids so that I'll feel better.
She is a sensitive soul. I must admit, I raise my voice (a lot!)...one my call it yelling. To defend myself I have several voices to speak over! Anyhow, Haley cries anytime my voice goes over a certain decible level, even if the unhappiness is not directed towards her. She is a peacekeeper.
She is super smart and loves being in the big girl class.
She loves all things girly...pink and princesses. She will be some variety of a Disney princess for Halloween but being the girls she is, her mind changes daily!
Gracie:
She is an inquisitive one! She likes to sit on top of my toilet each morning while I get ready and asks what every single item in the bathroom is. Sometimes its like "Groundhog's Day" as each morning is a repeat of the prior one. Even if I tell her three mornings in a row that it is my clip on the counter, she still asks. Oh, she knows its a clip because if I don't respond, she'll tell me what it is, but she just likes to ask.
She is not a girly girl. While she will wear pink, she gravitates toward red. She only has one red shirt and it is her "Noel Methodist Children's Center" shirt that they wear on Fridays. She wears it to school on Friday, to bed Friday night, most of the day on Saturday and has been know to pull it out to wear to church on Sunday (it does get washed!). And what goes with a red shirt? Well her red keds of course! If I don't hide them, she will wear them with every outfit...and as I mentioned, she has nothing else red to wear! Her favorite combo is red shoes with pink socks....lovely!
As a non girly girl, she prefers cars to dolls. Oh, she'll sleep with pink baby but she also sleeps with Lightening McQueen and Doc. She prefers racing cars with Sam than watching Sleeping Beauty with Haley.
She is stubborn. She still is not potty trained. I don't think it is for a lack of trying on our part. Peer pressure, candy, prizes, coaxing, yelling, praising...nothing works. So, when she's ready, that's when it will happen. Don't try arguing with her as she always seems to win.
Sam:
His favorit word is "no". The answer to nearly every question asked of him, is no. It is getting a little frustrating. However, when I ask him to give me a hug, I don't get a no thank goodness!
His new obsession is Cars. Everything is Cars and Lightening McQueen. He played nicely by himself over at a friends house while we watched the LSU game because the little boy had a plethora of Cars gear. So, if any friends or family memebers are reading...make a note for Christmas presents! =)
He is finally paci free! It was lost for real and has not been replaced. He doesn't sleep quite as soundly in the morning but I'm glad its gone!
He is crazy about his sisters. I kinda feel sorry for any boys that want to date them in the far off future...baby brother may scare them off!
He is a little drummer boy! He loves to drum on anything and everything. He drums to the beat of music very well. Jason still has hopes of a sports star but realizes his talent may lie elsewhere!
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