Boosterthon Kick Off

Today was a great day, still not up when I wanted to be, but again we were on time which is what I care about the most. While I might not be ahead at least I am not behind.
This morning was Mass with the boys which is my favorite day of the school week. Yes, it means I do not get as much done at the house, but what it does means cannot be outdone. Getting to spend an hour with my boys and Jesus in the middle of the week is jut amazing. It is a day that allows me to regroup, and remember what is important and why. It allows me to look at my many blessings and be thankful.
At 2:00 there was a pep rally at the school. This year our fundraiser is the boosterthon fun run and today was the kick off. It was great. Those guys are truly great with kids and have a great energy about them. You can tell that they truly enjoy what they do. The boys are definitely pumped about this and are ready to get sponsors. If you are interested let me know ;)
After school today was our cub scout den meeting. This is the one that I run with the 3rd grade boys. Usually we go outside and run some energy off but with the rain we were inside but the energy was still there. The meeting started off great, but by the end of the meeting the boys were wild. It ended in me telling them that I did not have to do this and would not continue if they could not show me some respect. We will see how the December meetings go.
After the meeting there was popcorn to be sorted. Brandon left work and went to get it and Tonya came back to help me get it all sorted out. So thankful for her help and her organizational skills. She is great! Now we have to get it all delivered and the money collected. Hopefully we will get a start on it this weekend. Maybe we will make some real progress with getting it done.
Well, I am off to bed. Posting pictures tomorrow. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Checking My List Off

This morning again I did not wake up as early as I wanted to but again we were great on time so I am definitely not complaining.
While the boys were at school I busted rear end downstairs. Getting the den cleaned out was a task, but I did it. I did have to hide a few books from view until I can get a bigger book shelf. There are already 2 down there, 3 if you include the one in the office, but they are full. We love to read, what can I say? The office is clean, the den is clean and the donation centers have been here once a week for the past few weeks and I need them again. Since it is supposed to rain tomorrow I will probably hold off till next week.
After I was done I needed a mid day shower. I had to get ready to get the boys and then head straight to a photo shoot. I sure did not need to look as lovely as I did when I was done downstairs.
The boys had a great day at school. They are getting ready for their veteran's day program so they are busy practicing. John Michael was also glad that he learned how to say 100 in Spanish.
I had a photo shoot at 3:30 at the Botanical Gardens. It was a great shoot and I had a great time. Four beautiful children. For more though you will have to watch out for it on www.monicaannephotography.com It will be coming soon.
For dinner tonight we had beef strogenoff that I cooked in the crock pot. It was pretty good and I am not a huge fan of strogenoff. The boys loved it and that is what matters the most. Tomorrow night is leftover night, we have a lot of excess in the fridge!
Well, I am off to bed. I have done some editing, have one more thing I am working on for tonight. Homework is done and the boys are in bed. It is 10 now and I will be in bed by 10:30. One way or the other. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers!

Monday Mania

So today was a great day, while I did not get up quite as early as I was hoping we were up with plenty of time to get ready and get to school on time! A great start to what I know will be a great week.
While the boys were at school I worked in our den, and worked on laundry! There was a lot with me being down the end of last week, but it is caught up and after one more load I will even have all blankets that were out washed. Seriously disinfecting the house. I also started to get what Halloween stuff we had gotten out up. We did not get it all out, and I have yet to get it all up, but I am not far from having it all either.
I got the boys from school and am glad to announce that they had GREAT days. John Michael had a green face, and if he keeps it up the rest of the week we are going to take him and Danny to Logan's this weekend. They have been wanting to go for a while and we figured it would be a good treat. Danny got his Social Studies test made up and I think has almost everything caught up. Another definite positive!
When Brandon got off we headed to Subway to grab a quick dinner. Then to his mom's so he could help her with her computer. Then to the grocery store. Tomorrow I am attempting beef strogannof in the crock pot. I have never made it in the crock pot, but with a photo shoot at 3:30 tomorrow I will not have time to do anything else. Hopefully it will turn out good. With the sessions that I have coming up, topped with basketball coming up I will be relying on my crock pot a lot!
Well, homework and work have me slammed tonight, but I have to get in bed before midnight. That is my goal. We will see what happens. An hour left. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

The final Soccer Game

Brandon had to work at Homestead Hollow so this morning the boys and I headed out to visit him and the rest of the family that was there. We got a new decoration for the yard and I am super excited. So ready to put everything out. I love Christmas! The boys also got puppets, which I have to say were the best toys I have ever purchased at Homestead Hollow. So much fun!

After a morning there we all headed to John Michael's final soccer game for the season. After having to miss the last 2 games I was super excited to be able to be there. While I never played soccer, it has been a fun learning experience. I enjoy all sports and this is one I will definitely be looking forward to every Fall, in the Spring we have baseball. John Michael has had a blast, and Danny wants to play next year.

We ended the day out with a photo session at the Rail Road Park. For more on this watch my website at http://www.monicaannephotography.com/ As my business is continuing to grow I am truly enjoying every minute. I love meeting new people and getting to know them. It is amazing what you can learn from someone in such a little amount of time. The boys had a blast playing soccer and watching clouds while I had my session. It was nice having them there, especially since it was dark by the time that we left.

We came home for dinner, studying, homework, showers, and bed! I also had to clean and do some laundry but after the week that we all had I am not sure when I will catch up. Hopefully this week though as it is a requirement with Christmas decorations to get out and Thanksgiving to get ready for! I love the holiday season.

This has been a weekend full of blessings and I know that this week has many in store for us as well. Looking forward to seeing what they are. Watch out Monday, I am ready and looking forward to it! Praying for you all as I head to bed!

The First Saturday in November

Many things come with the first Saturday in November. Homestead Hollow is one. Brandon is working again with his mom and step-dad. He really enjoys the time with them, and the fact that there is a little money involved is definitely a plus, especially this time of the year.
I had several photo shoots today. I will be writing more about them all at www.monicaannephotography.com so keep your eyes checking that site. It seriously should be a favorite by now. I am also working on my alphabet project hard, I have all of the letters now, which is awesome! I cannot wait to see what those who recieve one for Christmas think. I know that Brandon loved his, and was super surprised! Seriously thinking about sending one to my favorite Auburn man...just because I have all of he letters. I even got a VERY cool staircase Z today. Love finding letters in the most unexpected places.
The boys spent the day with Nana so that I could work. They had a great time. They even took her to the grocery store, which was a treat for all of them.
So the LSU v. Alabama game was tonight and was pretty much all anyone in the South was talking about. After the general attitude of all the Alabama fans, even those I love at the National chapionship game I decided that I just cannot hope that they win. The green and yellow A's made me sick...so I have to admit that was a great game. I was so glad that LSU pulled off the win. The sad thing is all Alabama fans seem to have is excuses. Seriously except the L and get on with it. I love my Auburn Tigers and I love SEC football but there are many out there who are ruining it for me.
Sorry needed to do a little venting! So editing and homework are dominating my time. I have been slacking on my personal pictures for taking photographs for others. I will not stop blogging. Everyday is a blessing and most of all that is what this blog has proven to me. Hopefully next year I will make it with the blogging and the pictures everyday! I made it almost all year this go round!
Headed to bed. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers! Looking forward to the many blessings that I know Sunday will bring. An extra hour sleep, the last soccer game, a photo shoot, Homestead Hollow with my boys, and who knows what else! It is going to be a great day!

Alive!

Seriously thankful to be alive today. I cannot remember when I was that sick. I do not like the stomach bug at all. I feel so helpless.
I was not able to do anything, which means even more photo sessions that have to be rescheduled. YAY, not really. I was on a seriously tight schedule and now it is even tighter. It will all work out though!
Danny stayed home with me today and pretty much laid around all day like I did. He seemed better though before bedtime, definitely good news. John Michael was able to go to school, which was definitely a good thing. He did not need to miss anymore, neither did Danny, but you have to do what you have to do.
By the time Brandon and John Michael got home I felt half human again. I decided to take a shower and see if that would help. It definitely did! Which is a good thing since this weekend is jammed with photo sessions! Watch out Birmingham, I need SMILES!

What happened today!

So I was in bed most of the day. This bug has gone through the house. Hoping and praying that we did not share with anyone! Fortunately no fevers, unfortunately an already packed month is now going to have to make room for cancellations! YAY!
Mom picked up the boys from school today and before Danny got home he was sick again. Grrrr!