Well, apparently, my post just after Thanksgiving was appropriate because I hardly had time to even open my computer except to check e-mails and order things on Amazon. I wish I could bottle that excitement that happens in the kids during Christmas and keep it around all of the time or maybe we could harness it and cure the energy crisis. Whatever stress the holidays put on us I can see the pay-off in their little eyes. However, my hurry and scurry must not have gone unnoticed by everyone in the house.
On Christmas Eve I was barking orders and had the kids running around picking up their things. Rainey came in with one of her envelopes and it was sealed. She said that it was for me. So I sat down and opened it expecting to find something that she colored.
It was a $5 bill.
She looked at me and said, "It's from my piggy bank, I just want you to be happy."
Oh dagger to my heart. Well, I realized every little thing didn't have to be perfect and I needed to relax and enjoy Christmas...and just be happy.
Sunday, December 26, 2010
The Christmas Story
My mother-in-law loves to give us nativity scenes and one of them is a set of stuffed animals that are all of the typical characters. We have Joseph, Mary, baby Jesus and all the accompanying characters. Rainey asks if she can play with them and I tell her that she can. Then she goes on about her business and so do I...then I start to eavesdrop.
She was taking Mary and Joseph to different posts around our living room and keeps saying, "Come on Mary, we are going to a different hotel."
Then in a very grumpy, serious tone (I am not sure where in the world she has heard this tone...oh wait, I can hear the voice...it's me!) she says, "BABY JESUS, BABY JESUS, COME ON!"
Well, I think she picked up part of the story.
She was taking Mary and Joseph to different posts around our living room and keeps saying, "Come on Mary, we are going to a different hotel."
Then in a very grumpy, serious tone (I am not sure where in the world she has heard this tone...oh wait, I can hear the voice...it's me!) she says, "BABY JESUS, BABY JESUS, COME ON!"
Well, I think she picked up part of the story.
Monday, November 29, 2010
Well Crap...
My in-laws stayed the night on Thanksgiving and we had a lovely Thanksgiving Day...but the next morning I had a realization. I walked in and said, "Well, crap (or maybe I used a not as nice a word as crap...I am lucky, I have very understanding in-laws), now it's Christmas."
It all flows in after Thanksgiving...all those good intentions I had all year. December 25th, 2009 I promised myself that 2010 WOULD be different: I would shop early, address Christmas cards in August, be more organized. I still have last years cards, unaddressed, taunting me...seriously, in case you were wondering if you were kicked off the list, now you know. Well, I am sure you know the drill. Anyway, I have been kicking my own tail getting Christmas jewelry ready for other people's good intentions that were actually followed through on. I guess that is something isn't it?
My new good intention involves really appreciating what Christmas is really about...that usually gets me through.
It all flows in after Thanksgiving...all those good intentions I had all year. December 25th, 2009 I promised myself that 2010 WOULD be different: I would shop early, address Christmas cards in August, be more organized. I still have last years cards, unaddressed, taunting me...seriously, in case you were wondering if you were kicked off the list, now you know. Well, I am sure you know the drill. Anyway, I have been kicking my own tail getting Christmas jewelry ready for other people's good intentions that were actually followed through on. I guess that is something isn't it?
My new good intention involves really appreciating what Christmas is really about...that usually gets me through.
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Five fat turkeys and one crazy 4-year-old
Ok, I am not sure if this is going to work, but I am going to try to post a video. Please do not curse at, damage or become frustrated with your computer...You will not see anything. I videoed Rainey in the dark singing her song for the Thanksgiving program until I had to cut her off because she just couldn't stop. Now I hear it in my head at all times! It is so cute but I possibly need to post a warning that it will become a permanent part of your psyche.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Wow, a shocking return...
The worst part of being on a wonderful relaxing vacation is re-entry. That is what I like to call it anyway....I go from everyone asking, "Can I get you anything, Mrs. Green? Manicure, massage, cocktail?" to everyone saying, "Momma, Momma, Momma, Momma, Momma!" Accompanied by towering stacks of mail and laundry piled as high it can go without an avalanche.
I know, I know, poor me! Anyway, it is amazing how things pile up while you are gone for a few days. I think I am getting myself back together.
I returned from my trip to do a jewelry show in Dallas that benefitted Camp John Marc, which is a wonderful and worthwhile cause. The link is www.campjohnmarc.org...it is a Camp for children with special needs. I truly enjoyed meeting all of the other vendors that were showing their wares. They were impressive young women that designed handbags, clothing, stationary, tablecloths, etc. I was blown away! My friend and I kept discussing how amazing and mind-boggling it was that they had the knowledge, savvy and foresight to pull something like that off at such a young age. It just goes to show that you can't ever make big things happen unless you go for it.
I know, I know, poor me! Anyway, it is amazing how things pile up while you are gone for a few days. I think I am getting myself back together.
I returned from my trip to do a jewelry show in Dallas that benefitted Camp John Marc, which is a wonderful and worthwhile cause. The link is www.campjohnmarc.org...it is a Camp for children with special needs. I truly enjoyed meeting all of the other vendors that were showing their wares. They were impressive young women that designed handbags, clothing, stationary, tablecloths, etc. I was blown away! My friend and I kept discussing how amazing and mind-boggling it was that they had the knowledge, savvy and foresight to pull something like that off at such a young age. It just goes to show that you can't ever make big things happen unless you go for it.
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Rangers Party
Last night at the Rangers....ummm, unvictory party Pat sang "Take me out to the ballgame!" So much fun! Kellis had a ball and got to meet several players, Charley Pride and this little guy:
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