Scout Night

The boys had a great day at school today!  Danny brought home his Thursday papers and to say that I am proud is a serious understatement.  He did so good and he was just as happy.  He takes school very seriously and I am glad that he has a lot of pride in his work.
After School care was great.  It was actually a really small group and since the pre-school had us pretty much confined to the gym it was probably a blessing.
The boys and I headed straight from the gym to the lunchroom for scout night.  We had four Tiger Cubs sign up and two more applications went to parents who could not make it.  We also got a Bear cub which is awesome.  The best part was one of the dad's for the Tiger cubs jumped right in and wants to be a leader, which is awesome.  I was prepared to do it if nobody wanted to, but it looks like he is really excited about it.  YAY!  Of course I will still be involved, but it will be nice not to have to stress about something.

It is never too late to sign up for scouts so if you have a 1st-5th grade boy and you want to sign up for scouting please let me know!

Thursday

So today was a crazy day. The news that the Network was suing the Obama Administration was shocking, but definitely something that needed to be done. I am just worried about having health insurance now. The government has zero right to tell anyone what they have to do when it comes to certain aspects of life, yet here they are making demands. It is scary when the Constitution is completely overlooked and disrespected. The current administration has destroyed a lot of what this country was founded for and that is some serious scary stuff people.
This is always Brandon's busy day today it was crazy insane, but I think overall a good day. It was a long one though.
I worked on our taxes while the boys were at school and finished them up and got them filed after everyone went to bed. I hope that the money comes in quick. This year, I am so paying off some debt. Maybe just maybe we can get ahead without these little guys weighing us down. I just hope that I can make it go further than it seems like I can. We shall see overall what happens. But I am definitely praying that things go smoothly and work out well, it seems like more times than not there is never enough.
The boys had a great day at school and homework was done pretty quick. Today was progress report day and they did great. I have to brag for a minute on Danny who made a 99 in Math! Yes, I am so so proud of him. He loves math and he is working really hard this year.

International Rosary

Today the boys were excited because they got to wear their spirit shirts to school instead of their uniforms. Danny's is orange and John Michael's is blue. They looked super handsome. Danny wore khakis and John Michael jeans. I have to go get Danny some jeans sooner than later. He also wants some comfy pants, which means athletic pants. I will have to see what I can do there to.

Brandon did not have to be at work until 8 so he took the boys to school. It was a nice surprise as I was able to do some yoga, drink a pot of coffee, and work in the house. With John Michael's surgery tomorrow I wanted the majority of the house clean so we could relax this weekend.

I went to the school to go to the International Rosary at 2:00. It was such a moving Rosary. With each grade in their spirit shirts, and saying the Rosary in a different language. This is something that I hope they do every year. It was a gorgeous moment and I am thankful I was there to share it with my boys. John Michael said it in English, and Danny in German. I was definitely one proud momma and I think that all of the other parent's who were blessed enough to be there were also very proud.

John Michael is starting to get a little nervous about his surgery. He told his teacher today that he was scared. He asked me if he could sleep in our bed tonight, of course I was not going to tell him no. I know that he will be okay but I am worried. Motherhood the greatest gift ever and is also the hardest thing. My heart breaks when I cannot help my boys. This is one of those times that my heart is breaking.

Well, I am off to edit a little and then try to get some sleep. I probably should have broken out the wine bottle...at least for one glass. Know that you are all in my prayers and please say a prayer for John Michael and his surgery tomorrow. We have to be at Children's at 7:15.

Seven is Almost a Thing of the Past...

Well, today was a bittersweet type of day. It is my baby's last day to be seven. He is so excited and I have to admit that I am excited, but also sad. I swear it goes by so fast and each year it seems to increase in speed and passes by me before I realize it. That is why this year I have been determined to smell the roses, count the blessings, and enjoy life. Not to say that it is perfect but my attitude towards it is definitely positive, which makes such a huge difference. Staying away from so many negatives aspects that life throws at us has opened up so many doors and windows to positive, exciting, experiences.

There was nothing amazing about most of the day. The highlight was definitely when Kimy texted to see if I wanted to bring the boys swimming. What a great way to end being seven, a trip to the pool. Thank you Deborah, Tony, Kimy,and Miss Morgan Makenzie for a great day! We love you all. BTW, Deborah if you are reading this, mom is supposed to call you about coming with us to Outback tomorrow night! I hope that you will! Danny was really excited that you wanted to come, and mom seemed glad that someone was willing to ride with her. Love you!

The boys had a blast at the pool. Danny had fun working on his dives off of an actual diving board, and also diving for torpedoes. It made his day! John Michael was just proud that he was not scared of the diving board anymore. John Michael also let me work with him for a little while without his floaties. I am definitely a proud momma. Many blessings, and more proof that my boys are growing up.

Bedtime was actually much easier than I thought that it would be. Usually it is harder for Danny, like any kid, to go to sleep when they are excited. He must have been tired, because he laid down next to me on the couch and was out.

Well, I am off myself. Tomorrow is my baby's special day and while I do not know what all we are doing, I do know that he wants to be out all day! It should be a lot of fun, and I am just excited to spend the day with my three men. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Please say a special prayer for my little man that he has a great day tomorrow!