In a rut.....

It's been a lazy few days around our house. But, I'm not sure how much more I can take. After being so used to running to and fro while I was a "working" mother (even though at times my running around was my own lack of organization and motivation), I've now settled into a rut. You do know what a rut is, don't you? I remember when I was young going with my Dad to cut firewood and at times we would get stuck in a "rut". It's a place where water collects and makes getting traction difficult, especially when the truck bed is loaded down with firewood. MY rut is actually of my own making. I shared with a friend this week that I find myself one week being on the road constantly and then some weeks, never making an attempt to get out of my pj's. I recall another blogger out there hinting on this same subject a few weeks ago. It seems I get so caught up in my own little world and my own agenda that I don't take the time to "be friendly". The Bible says that in order to have friends, we must show ourselves friendly. That means we must step out. We must get up, get dressed, pick up the phone, send a text, do something in order to communicate with those around us. What's our motivation? As a believer, our desire to be salt and light to our world should be our focus. This allows us to impact our world for Christ. This also edifies the Body of Christ! I'm guilty but I'm working on it. So, don't be surprised if you get a phone call or a text or some form of communication in the coming days and weeks. God doesn't want us to be in a "rut". I'm getting a running start and getting out of my RUT! Later!

18 Months Old.....

and growing like a weed! SC had her 18 month check-up yesterday. She ranks in the 75th percentile in every catagory. She weighed 26 lbs and is 32 1/2 inches long. SJ only weighs 30 lbs and she's 4! She's come a long way since August 2007! After a screaming fit when the Doctor tried to listen to her breathe and check her ears, she calmed down. Then the nurse came in...another round of screaming! SJ wasn't that bad..she was usually so calm until of course the nurse came in with the needles. I guess I'm in for a rough time with little sister. She loves to be held my Mommy and Mommy only! Even Daddy has a rough go of it at times. I'm sure she'll grow out of it soon and I'll be wishing for those moments of clingyness.

By the way, he asked me! CDP asked me on a date! Seems so petty yet so important....I can't wait 'til Friday.....date night here we come!

SNOW DAY!

.....approximately 3 inches....plus some ice....church was cancelled....and so we PLAYED!
Enjoy our photos! You can tell that some of us enjoyed it more than others! We now know who our ski partners will be next year!

Still Alive...

We're here..... just being lazy and busy the past few days. As I sit here and catch up with everyone in blogland, it's snowing up a storm outside. Yes, it's snowing and sleeting here in North MS. After dressing the girls in short sleeved dresses and sandals on Thursday, I'm now pulling back out the winter hats and gloves! The spring weather was nice while it lasted however, I'm beginning to get a good sinus headache and I'm certainly going to blame it on the weather.
So, our good friends The Hall's visited with us last week and we had a great time just sitting, chatting , eating mexican food and just being together. Our girls enjoyed their time together and fortunately no real melt downs to speak of. As for my sweet hubby, with 5 girls in one house, CDP just stayed in his room and watched TV. He even let the big girls stay up late and watch movies and talk...FUN FUN FUN!
This week we'll get the girls back into the school mode and I'll take a little time to clean house and work on Women' s Ministry stuff (getting ready for our Retreat in April). Friday night is looking like the perfect DATE NIGHT for myself and CDP. I'm hoping he'll ask me soon.........
After taking some time off from walking because of the cold temperatures, I've started back again and it's really helping my motivation to clean and keep things in order here at home. It's amazing how much energy you have when you expell some energy....interesting! Ok, Ya'll, I'm signing off for now. Our SS class is socializing tonight...possibly some games....sitter will be here at 6pm.....Later!

Thursday Ramblings...

We've not had much going on these days....just life in the normal. Our weeks consist of Ballet on Mondays, School on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Church on Wednesdays and down time with Daddy on Fridays. Saturday's are reserved for preparation for Sunday's, since that's a huge day at our house. I've learned that laying out clothes for church on Saturday night helps TREMENDOUSLY! It's amazing how much time you waste looking for those precious white tights and bloomers!
We are excited to have our bestest friends from Atlanta coming to visit on Monday. KSH and MKH will be visiting us for a few days. My girls are SOO excited and can't wait to entertain our guests!
It's still cold here. Today's high was around 50 and our evenings hang around in the 30's. I was out and about today and noticed new flip flops everywhere. I am so ready for flip flops! Can anyone say SPRING! Later guys!