It is Over

The popcorn orders were due to the council today. I am always glad when this part of the scouting year is over.  I know that we are going to have to do some more fund raising for the pack but it is nice to know that we are headed in  the right direction.  So many people just do not seem to care about getting it done and in reality we need to get it done.  We need to make the pack some money so that we can do more things, but the parents just do not seem to care that much.
I am so thanful that today is Friday, while I still had to work it was nice just knowing that the weekend is ahead of us.  It is going to be another super crazy one but that is life and it is what I have come to expect. 
TGIF, I live by it!

Shoes ON

So today was a great day.
The boys had a geat day at school.  Since it is Thursday it also meant Thursday papers for Danny and I have to say I was SO proud of him.  He has to correct anything that is less than a B and he had to correct nothing, in fact he only had one grade that was not an A.  Super proud of my big guy.
We started ASC on the playground.  There is an Arts and Craft show in the Gym tomorrow and Saturday so we were booted out.  It was a gorgeous day, HOT, but gorgeous so it was nice to go outside and let them seriously burn off their energy.  I think it was just nice to change it up a little too. 

After we got home I attempted socks and shoes again.  My toe is still tender.  I am worried that heading back to the doctor is going to be what happens.  Samantha and I went walking and the boys rode their bikes and sold popcorn.  They did not sell a lot but they sold some which is all I can ask for.  I love that they are so pumped about the sales again this year.  As soon as we got home the shoes and socks were off and I made sure to soak it, but I was so glad to have them on.  It was definitely the best news and one of the many blessings of the day!  I could not get on my Brooks, but I could get on my Sketchers.  Maybe the shape-ups will help my rear while walking!

First Day

So this morning started early, but it was a nice - not hectic morning.  I hope that all of the mornings can be like that, it sure would be nice.  Mom was even up and fixed the boys their cereal.  They were so sweet this morning and seemed excited to be headed back to school.  Of course this means hectic starts.....now!

The boys posed for their pictures, and of course I took a lot of them.  We took some at home and some at the school.  They even gave me a hug and a kiss in front of everyone.  So glad that some days they let me have my moments.  It is official my babies are in 4th and 1st grades.  WOW is all that I can think of to say.  They are growing by leaps and bounds, and I am defintely proud of them.

I was supposed to have a photo shoot this morning, but it was pretty wet from all of the rain so we have rescheduled for Sunday.  I am hoping that the weather works out, it is not looking good for this weekend though. 

I went by the old house and was going to set off some flea bombs, they have taken over and it is BAD.  I bought the delayed foggers, but I could not get them opened so I left them for Brandon.  I did get a few things from there, including about 50 flea bites.  They HURT!!!

I headed back to the school so that I could start to work at ASC.  I had the best time, it was great meeting the workers, and the kids.  I played a little basketball, football, legos, and even watched a few minutes of Robin Hood.  It was a great first day and again I am feeling pretty blessed.  I have to get a new hire packet from the school in the morning, hopefully I will remember.

The boys had great days.  John Michael learned a song and has rocked it all day and night!  I love it! Danny got his books and what not ready for the year.  He is super pumped because he learned that he will have no homework this week or on Fridays, other than to read!  YAY! 

After work I had to go to Liberty Park for a meeting for Scouts.  It was fun and has us ready for the popcorn sales!  So much stuff to do for scouts. 

I headed home.  I am so not used to being the last one home, it was sort of crazy.  I am sure that I will get used to it though.  I will say I am exhausted and am headed to BED! 

Popcorn...Popcorn...Popcorn

So the boys' again did not want to get up this morning. I am dreading their teenage years since it is already so much fun. My mom thinks that it is great that the boys are so much like me, she said that it is something I deserve and she is probably right.
Once we got on the road and high tailed it to Irondale they were much better and so was I. I have to admit my nerves were slightly frazzled.
I was able to get a bunch of nit picking little things done today which made me feel better, but I still have such a HUGE to do list. Every time I think I get it down some I am reminded of how much more there is to add to it. I will get there though. I am determined more than ever. Tomorrow I will work on the bigger things, and then Thursday back to the little. I think it will help me say focused. At least I hope that it will. As an adult I know that I have ADD, strange since I did not as a child. Maybe it is just motherhood. Who knows.
Well, the boys had a great day at school. Which again makes me a happy mom. John Michael had soccer practice and Brandon was able to make it. this is the first practice he has been able to come to. That was great because Danny and I were able to get an errand done and he was able to sell some popcorn. He is ready for Sunday when he will get to sell some more. Of course I am working on it for him too and so is Brandon. Danny wants to keep his title as top seller and more importantly he wants to throw a pie in the Cubmaster's face...probably because Brandon is the Cubmaster. I might try to sell $500 so that I can. Of course I told Brandon that someone will have to demonstrate how to do it so I volunteered for that position. It is a tough job, but somebody should do it and who is more qualified than me :)
Well, it was chicken and dumplings for dinner which made Danny super happy. John Michael was not so much. He can be difficult when it comes to dinner though.
Well, I am off to bed. I am super tired and am hoping to actually sleep instead of tossing and turning and having really messed up dreams. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

A Day with Family and Cub Scouts

So today is usually Mass day at school. I could have used some time with Jesus and my boys' but the priests are on retreat.
I went and spent most of the day with Amanda and Alexa, which made my day. Alexa is growing so quickly. Watching her and of course photographing her made my day. She is such a good baby and you can tell how much Amanda loves her. I cannot wait to go see her next week when I have my mirrored flexi glass!!! It is going to be a lot of fun! :)
Tonight was Cub Scouts. It was the pack meeting which is always a good time, and tonight there were a lot of awards to be given out, which is always great. It was also the kickoff to our popcorn sales so if you want some amazing popcorn let me know as my Danny man really wants to throw a pie in daddy's face...LOL! Brandon is the cub master so if the boys' sale $500 he has volunteered his face for a pie throw. It should be a lot of fun. It will obviously have to be an outside treat.
Speaking of treats. Amy, my Cake Makin' Friend, made some amazing cupcakes. Not only did they taste good they looked amazing. They looked like little bowls of popcorn. Everyone loved them! Thank you so much for making the wonderful treat.
Well, I am off to bed. Praying for good results tomorrow. I know that God has heard my prayers and the prayers that all of you have offered up for me. Thank you all and please keep them coming. Know that while I have been preoccupied I have not forgotten about any of you in my prayers.