Look What I Made!

I attempted to make a new scripture bag. The scriptures I have are an older version of scriptures. The ones they make now are made with a thinner paper, so they are skinnier. My case is made for the newer ones, so I got tired of trying to stuff them in. I decided to use some fabric I have leftover. I originally was making a quit, but realized it was smaller than what I had envisioned! So, I decided to turn it into my very first scripture bag. I am definitely no 'Martha Stewart' when it comes to sewing, so it's not perfect, but I have to toot my own horn and say I'm pretty proud of how it turned out. I got the handles at JoAnn Fabrics for only $1!

Lazy Summer

The summer has whizzed by and we haven't done very much. Chalk it up to my laziness. Wally is heading to the fair to sing with the choir for a while. Pokemon King will be leaving for scout camp soon. We are planning a vacation. We're thinking Universal Studios. But, we want to wait until September or even November to go. Florida in the summer is crazy! Not to mention hot! When we went to Disneyworld a few years ago, it was November. The weather was perfect and it wasn't very crowded.

Next year I've decided we are getting pool passes. It's been pretty hot here and I know the boys would like to swim. My goal until then is to get them some swimming lessons. Plus, by then Babymoon will be almost 3, so I think it will be a lot easier on all of us!

In the meantime, I've been getting school ready for the new year. We've changed some things for the new school year. Surprised? LOL! I know, I'm always changing things. I've been reading up on Sue Patrick's Workbox System found here. Now, I kind of cheated, because I didn't buy the book. I skimmed through tons of blogs and made up my own similar system.

The boys each have a bin with mailing envelopes in them.

They range from 6-12 depending on the child. In each folder is an assignment written on a card and a card for the different type of narration required.

Also included are any books or papers that are needed. They must complete each folder before moving on to the next one. Pokemon King and Dinodude each have 12. So, once they have completed their 12 folders, they are done with school for the day. I've also included at least one fun item, like computer time, wii fit, ride your bike, have a snack, etc. So, in reality they are only completed 11 items. I'm also working more towards the two of them working independently. Obviously if they need help, I'll help, but I want them reading the assignments and trying to do them on their own first. I really think they learn better when they try for themselves. Rocket and Babymoon also have the envelopes too, but not as many. I'm really looking forward to using this system and hope it really works. Wish us luck!

Motherhood: An Eternal Partnership with God

I've seen this on blogs and facebook and love it! So, I thought I'd share it with you. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Happy Anniversary

Thirteen years ago today, it was hovering around 90 degrees. Although it was pretty hot, it was sunny and beautiful! That was one of the best days of my life! June 21, 1997, I became Mrs. Bond! Woohoo!!

I am so blessed to have married the most awesome man. He treats me like a queen (and why shouldn't he? LOL!) And is the best father in the world to our boys. Thank you Bond for these amazing 13 years. I look forward to so many more with you!

I love you! Happy Anniversary!

Bond took Dinodude, Rocket & Babymoon to the park. While they were gone I did some cleaning up and got ready for bed. Rocket walks in the door and notices I am in my pajamas. Immediately, he tells me, "Hi Mom! I see you're all pajama-ed up!"

Sleeping Issues

If you don't know, I am not a very good sleeper. I haven't been for a long time. Believe me, I would LOVE to sleep, but it just doesn't happen easily. What makes it worse is seeing Bond lie down in bed and in the blink of an eye....he's completely out! So after thinking long and hard on the subject of sleeping, I have diagnosed my sleeping disorder. I suffer from.....

R.B.S.

Restless Brain Syndrome!

Here are some common questions used to diagnose Restless Brain Syndrome...

• Do you lie in bed constantly thinking that one of your children is going to wake up.
• Do you have a teenager who has not returned home from an evening activity and has usage of a vehicle?
• Do you hear every single noise inside and outside the house and try to figure out what made the sound?
• Do you lie there wondering what to fix for breakfast, lunch and dinner?
• Do you wait for a child to come into your room to complain he can't sleep or that he is not feeling well?
• Do you lie there thinking the garage door is open and/or the house is locked and wondering if you should go check?
• Do you lie there worried that the alarm is not going to go off in the morning when it's supposed to?
• Is there a special event coming up that you just can't get out of your head? Especially if you are the one planning it!
• Do you lie there thinking there is something you forgot to do, but you just can't figure out what it is?

If you answered yes to the majority of these questions, then you, too, could possibly be suffering from....Restless Brain Syndrome.

Sadly, there is no immediate cure for Restless Brain Syndrome. At least I haven't been lucky enough to find a solution. So, if you or someone you know suffers from Restless Brain Syndrome and have had luck in finding a solution, please let me know.

Happy Birthday, Pokemon King!

Pokemon King turned 12 this weekend. My, how the time flies! He is growing into such a fine young man. I am so proud of him! He had a sleepover with some of his friends to celebrate.

We love you, Pokemon King!