Weird! I personally thought they said "U.S. Size 7". Can't blame him for trying, though!
Thursday, November 29, 2007
When Toddlers Read
I was at the craft store with Joel, who is fast approaching his 3rd birthday. I was on the phone with my lovely and wonderful sister, trying to help her choose a yarn for the hat I will be knitting her. Joel was looking at some knitting needles, and then said "Look, mom - what this says is "I can play with these"!"
Weird! I personally thought they said "U.S. Size 7". Can't blame him for trying, though!
Weird! I personally thought they said "U.S. Size 7". Can't blame him for trying, though!
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Enjoying God's Creation
At least once a week, we try to get out for a Nature Walk, usually on the Nature Trail at Stone Mountain Park. Its a nice loop, a little less than a mile but with some terrain, a stream, and lots of nature to explore. We went today and enjoyed a wonderful surprise - we saw two deer! At first they bounded away from us, but as the boys got quiet and we walked slowly, the deer became interested. They let us watch them for a few minutes, and returned the interest, before slowing disappearing into the foliage. It was so neat! Unfortunately, I didn't have my camera (the ONE day I leave it home!) but I told the boys they can remember the images in their brains for as long as they want. ;-)
A few weeks ago the boys did their first "nature journal" entries. We don't bring the journals every week, but when we do, we plan a picnic lunch so they boys can take their time with their journals. Here are some pictures of our nature journaling!
A few weeks ago the boys did their first "nature journal" entries. We don't bring the journals every week, but when we do, we plan a picnic lunch so they boys can take their time with their journals. Here are some pictures of our nature journaling!
The Nature Trail
Self-portrait of Nathan in the Ergo!
The boys working on their journals
The boys working on their journals
Isaac's artwork - I was so impressed by the detail!
The nature walks are such a nice break to our day and overall week. Its a blessing to be able to get out and enjoy God's beautiful creation, and watch how things change through the year!
Saturday, November 10, 2007
Adventures!
The curriculum we're using with Isaac is called Adventures in My Father's World. We just finished up Week 5, and we're having alot of fun with it. So far, the most memorable week has been Week 4, when we learned about Native Americans. The timing was perfect, because all week we read about Native Americans, made Tepees and Wigwams, and at the end of the week was the annual Pow-Wow at Stone Mountain park, so the boys were able to see everything we had been learning about. Here are some pictures!
Our homemade Tepees and Wigwams
The boys in a real TePee
Isaac shot a bow and arrow
Our favorite part was the ceremonial dances!
Some books we enjoyed were The Rough-Face Girl, by Rafe Martin; Squanto, Friend of the Pilgrims, by Clyde Robert Bulla; and Naya Nuki: Shoshoni Girl Who Ran, by Kenneth Thomasma.
Inside their Brains....
I think its great fun to hear the interesting things that pop out of my childrens' mouths. Its like a little window into their brains, and what's going on in them. Here are a few examples:
A few days ago, Isaac was telling me he wants Footie PJs in his size. So we googled them and every specialty website has them for $25-$40! So I told him that it was a bit expensive. Later that afternoon we were at WalMart and there were footie PJs in Isaac's size there for $9.88! So Isaac was very excited. We were telling Michael about it that evening, and when I said we found them cheap at WalMart, Michael said "Well, go figure" and Isaac said "Yeah, well, their sign does say they always have low prices. Always." (No wonder companies spend millions on marketing to children! It works!)
Tonight we passed a shopping center with a Petco in it. Isaac said "I know why its called Petco - its a Pet Company!" so I said "That's right!" Ezra chimes in and says "Yeah, so when the workers go home other people come and stay there" and I was confused, so I asked him "hmmm... what are you talking about?" and Ezra said "to keep the pets company!" (Duh mom!)
Joely is always coming out with new and interesting thoughts. Lately his question about everything he sees or hears about is "Will it bite me?" and "Will it kill me?" I have no idea why he wonders about these things. One night while making dinner, Joel was keeping me company and we were talking about Jesus. He said "Does Jesus have a gun?" and I said no, and he asked "Does Jesus have a sword?" and I said, yes, the Bible does say Jesus will have a sword". Then Joel nodded and said "So when Jesus comes back, He's going to kill me so I can go to heaven with Him?" YIKES! I cleared up that he's not going to KILL us to take us to heaven... he'll be taking us with Him because He loves us and wants us with Him. I'm glad Joel shared that misconception with me before it got worse!
Nathan does not share insights with me, yet, other than "Oog, oog, ugh". He also does not eat any solid food yet. Unless you count scraps of paper, dustbunnies, leaves, and whatever he can scavenge off the floor. When I offer him delicacies such as peas, bananas, sweet potatoes, and peaches, however, he gags and make a face as if I've played the worst trick on him in the world. And crawls off to stuff a clod of dirt into his mouth. I will say that mama's milk is doing his body good - he is over 20 lbs at 9 months old, and wearing 18 month sized clothing. He's standing on his own and pushing walking toys (and other items not intended for the purpose) all over the house. So I'm not too worried. ;-)
A few days ago, Isaac was telling me he wants Footie PJs in his size. So we googled them and every specialty website has them for $25-$40! So I told him that it was a bit expensive. Later that afternoon we were at WalMart and there were footie PJs in Isaac's size there for $9.88! So Isaac was very excited. We were telling Michael about it that evening, and when I said we found them cheap at WalMart, Michael said "Well, go figure" and Isaac said "Yeah, well, their sign does say they always have low prices. Always." (No wonder companies spend millions on marketing to children! It works!)
Tonight we passed a shopping center with a Petco in it. Isaac said "I know why its called Petco - its a Pet Company!" so I said "That's right!" Ezra chimes in and says "Yeah, so when the workers go home other people come and stay there" and I was confused, so I asked him "hmmm... what are you talking about?" and Ezra said "to keep the pets company!" (Duh mom!)
Joely is always coming out with new and interesting thoughts. Lately his question about everything he sees or hears about is "Will it bite me?" and "Will it kill me?" I have no idea why he wonders about these things. One night while making dinner, Joel was keeping me company and we were talking about Jesus. He said "Does Jesus have a gun?" and I said no, and he asked "Does Jesus have a sword?" and I said, yes, the Bible does say Jesus will have a sword". Then Joel nodded and said "So when Jesus comes back, He's going to kill me so I can go to heaven with Him?" YIKES! I cleared up that he's not going to KILL us to take us to heaven... he'll be taking us with Him because He loves us and wants us with Him. I'm glad Joel shared that misconception with me before it got worse!
Nathan does not share insights with me, yet, other than "Oog, oog, ugh". He also does not eat any solid food yet. Unless you count scraps of paper, dustbunnies, leaves, and whatever he can scavenge off the floor. When I offer him delicacies such as peas, bananas, sweet potatoes, and peaches, however, he gags and make a face as if I've played the worst trick on him in the world. And crawls off to stuff a clod of dirt into his mouth. I will say that mama's milk is doing his body good - he is over 20 lbs at 9 months old, and wearing 18 month sized clothing. He's standing on his own and pushing walking toys (and other items not intended for the purpose) all over the house. So I'm not too worried. ;-)
While the Cat's Away...
The mouse plays... or blogs, that is :-) I feel like I never have time to blog about all the fun little things that go on in our hectic day to day life. Michael is away for the evening (playing poker with the fam) and the boys are in bed, so now's my chance! I've got a big bowl of ice cream and a list of things I want to make note of. So let the fun begin!
First, a few days back, I was "tagged" by my dear cousin, Sarah. Here's the deal with tagging, so I gather:
The rules:
A. The rules of the game are posted at the beginning.
B. Each player lists 6 facts/habits about themselves.
C. At the end of the post, the player then tags 6 people and posts their names, then goes to their blogs and leaves them a comment, letting them know that they have been tagged and asking them to read your blog.
However, I don't really know 6 other blogs to go to and tag. But I can do A (already completed!) and B.
Six things about me...
1. I am passionate about serving the Lord, and being a wife and mother. I could go on and on about these aspects of my life. They define who I am, and I love my role.
2. If I were to have a job outside of the home, I would want to be a Midwife, Lactation Consultant, or Doula. I am passionate about pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, and would love to be encouragement to other women in these areas.
3. I can stick my entire fist in my mouth, something I never knew was an extra special talent until I realized not many others can. Apparently, I have a big mouth!
4. Michael and I consider ourselves "quiverfull" (stemming from Psalm 127). We leave our fertility in the Lord's hands, meaning, we do not use birth control, even the "natural" kind (unless you count breastfeeding, but that's something I do regardless). Yes, we may just end up with 14+ children. We may just end up with the 4 we've been blessed with so far. We trust in God's provision and are grateful for all of the blessings He's given us.
5. I am a weirdo and enjoy scheduling. Michael thinks its an odd hobby, but I'm pretty good at it. Its fun to make an excel sheet and see how everything can line up and fit together. Not to mention, a schedule is terribly practical and can make room for so much accomplishment in a day!
6. My favorite outfit is my long brown skirt, black tank top, orange hoodie cover-up and light blue crocs. Add my baby on my back in the Ergo and three little boys in tow, and viola! There I am. I've looked and looked for an avatar like that, but just can't find one that suits. So you'll just have to use your imagination. I'd post a picture, but I'm the only one who uses a camera around these parts, so pictures OF me are rare and far between.
First, a few days back, I was "tagged" by my dear cousin, Sarah. Here's the deal with tagging, so I gather:
The rules:
A. The rules of the game are posted at the beginning.
B. Each player lists 6 facts/habits about themselves.
C. At the end of the post, the player then tags 6 people and posts their names, then goes to their blogs and leaves them a comment, letting them know that they have been tagged and asking them to read your blog.
However, I don't really know 6 other blogs to go to and tag. But I can do A (already completed!) and B.
Six things about me...
1. I am passionate about serving the Lord, and being a wife and mother. I could go on and on about these aspects of my life. They define who I am, and I love my role.
2. If I were to have a job outside of the home, I would want to be a Midwife, Lactation Consultant, or Doula. I am passionate about pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, and would love to be encouragement to other women in these areas.
3. I can stick my entire fist in my mouth, something I never knew was an extra special talent until I realized not many others can. Apparently, I have a big mouth!
4. Michael and I consider ourselves "quiverfull" (stemming from Psalm 127). We leave our fertility in the Lord's hands, meaning, we do not use birth control, even the "natural" kind (unless you count breastfeeding, but that's something I do regardless). Yes, we may just end up with 14+ children. We may just end up with the 4 we've been blessed with so far. We trust in God's provision and are grateful for all of the blessings He's given us.
5. I am a weirdo and enjoy scheduling. Michael thinks its an odd hobby, but I'm pretty good at it. Its fun to make an excel sheet and see how everything can line up and fit together. Not to mention, a schedule is terribly practical and can make room for so much accomplishment in a day!
6. My favorite outfit is my long brown skirt, black tank top, orange hoodie cover-up and light blue crocs. Add my baby on my back in the Ergo and three little boys in tow, and viola! There I am. I've looked and looked for an avatar like that, but just can't find one that suits. So you'll just have to use your imagination. I'd post a picture, but I'm the only one who uses a camera around these parts, so pictures OF me are rare and far between.
Tuesday, November 06, 2007
Liberal Irony
Here is a statement about the "Freedom of Choice Act" that is being pushed by NARAL (Pro-Choice America):
(Full document can be seen here: http://www.prochoiceamerica.org/assets/files/Abortion-Access-to-Abortion-FOCA.pdf)
Does anyone else see the irony, or just poor choice of wording in the above statement? More specifically, I'm referring to the last line - "...guarantee the right to choose for future generations of women."
The future generations of women that aren't aborted, of course. They're not actually concerned about the rights of those they choose to kill, only the ones they choose to allow to live...
If you find this as absurd as I do, visit the ACLJ and watch their video about it - at the end there is a petition to sign.
Following the Supreme Court’s closely divided and bitter decision upholding the Federal Abortion Ban, it is clear that the right to choose is facing a new level of assault. That’s why the pro-choice community is working to guarantee the right to choose through the Freedom of Choice Act (FOCA) – a measure that will codify Roe v. Wade and guarantee the right to choose for future generations of women.
(Full document can be seen here: http://www.prochoiceamerica.org/assets/files/Abortion-Access-to-Abortion-FOCA.pdf)
Does anyone else see the irony, or just poor choice of wording in the above statement? More specifically, I'm referring to the last line - "...guarantee the right to choose for future generations of women."
The future generations of women that aren't aborted, of course. They're not actually concerned about the rights of those they choose to kill, only the ones they choose to allow to live...
If you find this as absurd as I do, visit the ACLJ and watch their video about it - at the end there is a petition to sign.
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