VBS Day 4

The boys again had a blast at VBS. I did not take my camera because my plan was to drop them off and go to Benchmark to get the recalls done. Anyway, I did not want my camera in the van while they were working and I did not want to worry about it with me either so the logical choice was to leave it at home.

So I get to Benchmark and the super kind gentlemen working the desk tells me I cannot bring my car without an appointment. Now I have NEVER had a good experience here but I have never had an appointment. I did call last week and they said just bring it up whenever they would get them fixed and would do it in about an hour. So I ask the gentleman what about the 10 mechanics chilling with their fingers up their noses and the two empty bays that I can see so who knows what I couldn't. He proceeds to tell me that they are working. See a recall repair means no extra money for them...and boy do they know how to work that system. Needless to say no matter what I said he did not seem to care and so I left with the knowledge that these people and this company are surely crap. He did tell me if I would let them run the diagnostic test for $90 then they could probably squeeze me in. Basically, if I would give them money they would work. Recalls are not my problem and I WILL NOT pay for them. Anyway, letter to Dodge will be finalized soon.

After VBS I went to get my hair done, I brought the boys, which was entertaining. Two hours of calm and control I though might happen but as soon as they learned momma couldn't just jump up and get them they took advantage of the situation. I feel so much better now with my hair done. Thank you Mrs. Myra you are a lifesaver. I really did not want to go to the beach with my hair as lovely as it was. Don't get me wrong I was going just preferred to go with decent hair.

Well, we had a great night. I passed out and got some much needed sleep but now I am behind on everything. Needless to say I will catch up today there is no other option, but I was hoping for not having to rush! Oh well! Thursday was great and Friday will be better!

Stormy Nights

So today was John Michael's picture day and he did great, that is what his teacher told me. He even gave me a glimpse of that million dollar smile. It made my day! He looked so handsome too!

We were supposed to have Danny's first real game tonight, but the weather won and we stayed home. I am glad that they called the games though, I would have hated to be out there when it all started. That alone was quite the blessing.

Brandon had to visit the dentist today. He had a filling come out, needless to say he had to get a crown, temporary for now. Just another $300.

My little man (Danny) today did get stung by a wasp, I guess it was their revenge for yesterdays slayings, but in return my little man proceeded to stomp him to death! He is such a trooper. No tears. It broke my heart though, I hate it when my babies are hurting at all. I did have to laugh when he was supposed to be going to bed and was playing my phone.

So let me tell you what I learned about my van today and why my letter to Dodge is getting more and more detailed. Everything but the power train warranty was up at 36,000 miles. Now granted the power train is covered for the lifetime of the vehicle, but it is already nickle and diming me to death. Not sure what the letter will accomplish, or who all will get a copy but it will be mailed by the end of the week.

The last picture is of my new azaleas!

The storms are still coming even as I type this so I am trying to hurry. Sorry I know I am all over the place. The boys are all in bed and I am soon to follow. Before I go to bed I will as always remember all of my family and friends in my thoughts and prayers. Please continue to pray for my mom, as soon as she wants this to be public knowledge I will let you know what the prayers are for, but for now they are for health! Thanks everyone.

Late Night at the Batting Cages

So tonight we were supposed to have a practice game for John Michael's team to give them a little taste of what it will be like when they are out there with another team. This morning however we got a text that the fields were closed, so we were at the batting cages from 7-8 but it ended up being closer to 9 before we were done. I had a team mom meeting from 7-8 so it was all good, but I know that the boys were tired. Both of mine were done we came home they took a bath and passed out.

Today was somewhat productive for me. I am working on 2 things for John Michael's class and am waiting on money from 9 more parents. One thing is more pressing than the other but they are both important with so many things going on I am hoping to get these wrapped up tight and ready to go. We shall see what happens. One is the Q and U wedding, the other is a surprise for their amazing teacher!

I am also working on something for Danny's teacher and well, there are 24 children in the class and I have money from 3 so we still have a ways to go. That 3 includes Danny! I will be sending reminders though, like all of us I know that there is a lot going on.

I was able to start working on the Cub Scout scrapbook as well as the 2009 scrapbook. It is amazing what I can do when I get determined. I am so ready to have everything the way that I want it and I know that I can get it there with a little more work and focus.

Of course we were on our way home from ball tonight and the brakes started to squeal. That is an expense that I cannot really afford right now. We shall see. Brandon wants me to have the bearings (sp?) checked too and see if the unexplained noise that the dealership, aka crooks, swear is not there. I will NEVER buy a dodge again. I do plan on writing them a long detailed letter of disappointment soon. Maybe I will do that this week. We shall see. With gas at 3.49 a gallon I can barely afford to fill up and I know that affording this right now is impossible.

Today I wore my room mom, team mom, chef's, housekeeper, scrapbooking, mom, and wife hats. Tomorrow I am sure it will be more of the same. I also have to put on my scouting hat Wednesday and probably for a little while tomorrow. Sometimes I feel like I am running in circles, at least there are blessing all the way around.

Well, the picture is a rare one, it has me in it. It is such a rarity that both boys want to lay with momma for a little while, so it was a special moment for me.

For now I say good night to you all. I will be praying for my family and my friends. There is so much happening all over the world, and the least all of us can do is pray for all of those affected.