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Monday, December 31, 2012
Monday, February 13, 2012
Snow-Ventures
At long last, winter hit Oklahoma. We got a massive 1.5" of cold white winter wonderful.
Before 7 a.m. Maddie had informed me several SEVERAL times that she wanted to build a snowman, WITH a carrot nose. (She wore out a Frosty DVD at Christmas.) Of course all I can think of is wet frozen feet, frostbitten cheeks, snot-cicles... And of course I worried the girls would be too cold also.
I rounded up double layers of sweats, gloves, hats... But what to do for their feet? I found Grace's old rubber "deer hunting boots" that fit Maddie perfectly. For Joie I put on my thinking cap and had the genius idea to cover her feet with snack size ziplocs between layers of socks. That way maybe her feet would stay dry. (For the record it worked really well. Her first layer of socks were bone dry when we came in.)
Here they are ready to go. In my head I heard "I can't put my arms down!" Over. And. Over.
They had the best 15 minutes of their lives. However, in all my layering them to perfection I neglected to properly insulate myself, and as a result, almost died. One of my ears shattered off and is outside on the ground, but they had a BLAST.
And of course, they made the best snowman ever, with some help from Mama. Don't be jealous.
I had to lure them in before I died with the promise of hot cocoa. First time for that too. They are fans.
Thats pretty much it! We survived their first ever snow-venture.
Well, all except my ear.
-Amy
Before 7 a.m. Maddie had informed me several SEVERAL times that she wanted to build a snowman, WITH a carrot nose. (She wore out a Frosty DVD at Christmas.) Of course all I can think of is wet frozen feet, frostbitten cheeks, snot-cicles... And of course I worried the girls would be too cold also.
I rounded up double layers of sweats, gloves, hats... But what to do for their feet? I found Grace's old rubber "deer hunting boots" that fit Maddie perfectly. For Joie I put on my thinking cap and had the genius idea to cover her feet with snack size ziplocs between layers of socks. That way maybe her feet would stay dry. (For the record it worked really well. Her first layer of socks were bone dry when we came in.)
Here they are ready to go. In my head I heard "I can't put my arms down!" Over. And. Over.
They had the best 15 minutes of their lives. However, in all my layering them to perfection I neglected to properly insulate myself, and as a result, almost died. One of my ears shattered off and is outside on the ground, but they had a BLAST.
And of course, they made the best snowman ever, with some help from Mama. Don't be jealous.
I had to lure them in before I died with the promise of hot cocoa. First time for that too. They are fans.
Thats pretty much it! We survived their first ever snow-venture.
Well, all except my ear.
-Amy
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Fighting Rest
It's amazing how as a family with small kids, an almost two year old, and an almost three year old, we are completely at the mercy of their naps. Completely. At. Their. Mercy. A missed nap or a too-short nap (x2 toddlers) pretty much cripples any chance for a nice day for anyone in their wake. Today was one of those days. They woke up too early this morning, fought like little crazy men to avoid an off schedule morning nap, etc.
Exhibit A:
The grumpies chased away any potty training interest and my sweet lovely babies were beyond irritable. Momma and Daddy were begging for mercy... Or at least bed time. : )
Rest is important. Rest is needed for healing, growth, recovery. For functioning... sanely. When we don't rest we not only feel miserable, but our perspective shifts. Small problems seem huge. We are more self focused.
I'm actually thankful for today. Even though I wanted to pull my hair out several times, and even cried out of frustration, I needed the reminder... Of how important rest is, not only for our bodies, but for our souls.
My soul needs rest. Why do I fight it? I'm so like a stubborn toddler at times, fighting my rest, and as a result: fussy, whiny, wanting my way. Good lesson for this mama.
I'm hoping my girls rest well tonight and that these lovies come back tomorrow:
- Amy
Exhibit A:
The grumpies chased away any potty training interest and my sweet lovely babies were beyond irritable. Momma and Daddy were begging for mercy... Or at least bed time. : )
Rest is important. Rest is needed for healing, growth, recovery. For functioning... sanely. When we don't rest we not only feel miserable, but our perspective shifts. Small problems seem huge. We are more self focused.
I'm actually thankful for today. Even though I wanted to pull my hair out several times, and even cried out of frustration, I needed the reminder... Of how important rest is, not only for our bodies, but for our souls.
Matthew 11:28-30
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
My soul needs rest. Why do I fight it? I'm so like a stubborn toddler at times, fighting my rest, and as a result: fussy, whiny, wanting my way. Good lesson for this mama.
I'm hoping my girls rest well tonight and that these lovies come back tomorrow:
- Amy
Friday, February 10, 2012
It begins
Hello, future readers. This is, in fact, my first Raising Hills blog post. Huzzah!
As a mom/stepmom (or SMom as they call me) of five amazing girls, my life is in constant motion. I hope this will be a place to share joys and lessons learned, ideas, tips, milestones, and laughter with whoever may choose to read.
And so it begins. : )
Amy
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As a mom/stepmom (or SMom as they call me) of five amazing girls, my life is in constant motion. I hope this will be a place to share joys and lessons learned, ideas, tips, milestones, and laughter with whoever may choose to read.
And so it begins. : )
Amy
- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone
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