Update on lots!

Induction is going well!  So far I'm down 9 pounds in 8 days!!  I only got crabby a few times last week, thanks to your prayers and I have had an incredible amount of energy to keep me going.  Again, thank you for your prayers, they helped.  I'm still trying to decide where to go when this induction phase is over.  It seems to help get me over a hump, so I just may continue with it a bit longer.

Today we started school.  We were all lined up and ready to start yesterday, but I awoke to a Crashed Computer.  Of course, the computer that is centered around all the school work and schedules.  Obviously we had to postpone starting by a day.  My dearest husband came home early yesterday to rebuild a computer, try and save my harddrive and change the central computer to another.  We are blessed to have more than one computer in our house, so he could make these changes easily.  It was a long night for him, but by this morning he had everything up and running again.  We were only 45 minutes behind our schedule this morning!!  Not bad for the first day, but I'm hoping for improvement.

The kids have a heavy load of subjects this year.  More than they've had in the past.  So this morning as we were going over the plans for the year their faces went from happy to sad, very quickly.  They got better as the day progressed.  They perseveered and did a great job on their first day.  I pray it continues.

So, there you go.  That's our update from last week.  Until next time!

Big Changes....

We've been busy, busy little bees in this Little Quiver.  The kids have pitched in and helped out alot too!  The older kids no longer like playing on their playground, as it had been taken over by weeds and trees.  After this weekend that is not the case and they have played out there every night since we finished!  I love seeing the kids play outside again.  I used to have to come up with an activity for them to go out, now they just go swing, slide, and play on the fort! YAY!  BIG thanks goes out to Daddy for all his help!  He sacrificed his Father's day to help us load and unload mulch.  Thank you Daddy!


Here are a few pictures for you to enjoy!  I'm soooo happy the kids are happy!  You know what they say, if Momma ain't happy, nobody's happy!  Well this Momma is HAPPY, Happy and the kids are too!

Growing Faith...

I just love spring days when the kids are done with schoolwork and go outside to enjoy creation.  Today some of the kids came inside yelling "we found a nest, we found a nest and it has babies, cardinal babies!"  Of course I went running.....with my camera!  :)  Mom cardinal flew out of the nest and bush quickly when we all went outside, but the babies weren't bothered by us a bit!  They let me take a few pictures and even posed for me a few times. 

I really can't tell you how grateful I am that the Lord lets my kids experience His creation, His design for animals and His kingdom right here in our front yard. 

Let our faith grow as these young babes, feeding on HIS word as these babes feed from their mother...let HIM be in our every thought and deed today.

Productivity

Today was a great day!  Productive too!  I love days like today.  We woke up early, got going and at the end of the evening I can relax!  I can smile at all that we were able to pull together.  School is done for the day, laundry isn't completely done, but it is manageable and not overflowing, grocery shopping is done, dishes are done, kids are bathed, flowers are planted and watered, dinner was homemade not fast food, and the house is fairly picked up and orderly.  Is there a better ending to any day?!

God is so good to supply all our needs.  If only I could remember this everyday, my days would be so fulfilling!  Hope you had a productive and completely wonderful day too!

He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness. 2 Corinthians 9:10

Retreat.............

Sorry it's been so long.  You know life with 5 kids is never boring and there is always much to do!  We have been on field trips, to soccer practices and games, catching up on well checks, getting eye glasses fitted correctly, homeschooling and living the good life.  God is good!  All the time!

Today I am leaving for a women's retreat!!  I am excited and sad.  I am looking forward to the time with my Lord, but I will miss my family too.  My dearest husband is such a blessing.  He is taking over the mom duties and taking all the kids to 3 soccer games this weekend.....all so I can go relax, learn, and get closer to God.  I will not say I don't need this break, but I wish he had the same oppurtunity.....he needs a man retreat.  : )  I will return on Sunday and look forward to hearing all the fun things that the kids get to do with Daddy....you know they will do something spectacular!

To my Hubby....thank you with all my heart!  I am blessed beyond all measure to have such a Godly Husband, Friend and Father for our children!  I thank God for you, I pray for you daily, and I love you more than you will ever know.  THANK YOU for allowing me this oppurtunity!!

Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good!  Blessed is the man who takes refuge in him!  Psalm 34:8

Father's Day...

Happy Father's Day to all the fathers out there in the earthly world, and also to those fathers that have gone to be with our Lord. I pray for each of you that God would bless you in mighty ways.

Today I so want to honor my husband....he is the Rock of our family, the calm touch that I yearn for in troubled times, the shoulder I turn to cry on, the lover of my soul, the reason my heart still skips a beat, the strong, yet gentle hand that I love to hold, he is my everything. I love you dear husband, so much. I wish there were enough words to tell you how much you mean to me, but there just isn't enough....only God truly knows how much I love you. You are such a strong spiritual leader in our family...you are the head of your home, you manage your children with love, you work long hard days, you sleep little, you are known among many people, you are wise and handsome and I am blessed because of you. Your children are blessed to have you for their father and they love you. May you feel honored and blessed everyday. I LOVE YOU today, tomorrow and for eternity.

Praise......

"Let everything that has breath praise the Lord! Praise the Lord!" Psalm 150:6

I had the honor of spending the afternoon and evening with My Blessed Mommy!!! She took me to a women's conference in a town near by. It was wonderful! We attended one of the small sessions about Intimacy With God and I was richly blessed. After dinner we attended the evening session which was lead by Babbie Mason!!! WOW!! I don't know that I have the words to describe how beautiful her spirit is and how the love of Christ glows in her. Her voice is beautiful, a gift from God and then a spirit to go with it. I was just in awe of her many talents. Now I could go on and on about Babbie Mason and the fabulous evening there, but there is something else that overshadows all those wonderful things.

The time I spent with my mom, just the 2 of us, my mom and me, me and my mom. Let me tell you a little about my mom, she is Beautiful on the outside and her inside is just as gorgeous. She is caring for friends and family, hard working in all she does whether work or personal, loyal to the end, sweet as a flower, friendly and southern as can be, funny, loved by all who know her, and she can sing to boot! She has come so far in 10 years.....wow....did I say 10 years? 10 years ago yesterday her father died, a month later she found her husband having an affair after 28 years of marriage. Long story short, my parents are now divorced, but my mom is Happily remarried 5 years now to a wonderful, God fearing man, whom I am honored to call my Dad. My mom wasn't walking with the Lord during that time, BUT God had a plan, He had been working on my mom for sometime. I had been praying for my mom, as I had been walking with the Lord and I wanted her to feel and have the same Joy of Eternal Life with Christ. I remember her phone call like it was yesterday, telling me she was going to make it right, right with the Lord.....what a glorious night!!! She asked me to pray with her, now I don't pray in front of other people, but God gave me the strength and the words to say. I went to my bedroom to get on my knees and pray with her. It was a glorious time....and I am grateful for the Lord sharing that moment with me.

Last night was like that moment brought back. Sharing in God's goodness. Praising Our Lord together, hand in hand. Praying for each other. Praising God for one another and Praising God for who He is, what He has done, what He will do!!!! I can't tell you how precious those moments are to me...they are etched in my heart forever! So to my Mom, thank you for inviting me, thank you for taking me, thank you for loving me, and thank you for sharing in our Lord with me. :) I will cherish last night for years to come and I pray that we make more memories like that together. I Love You Mom!!

I will give thanks to you, O Lord, among the peoples;I will sing praises to you among the nations. Psalm 57:9

Puzzled....

Have you ever been just puzzled at life? Puzzled by your feelings? Puzzled by a simple joke? My kids have been playing with puzzles this week. We found these really cool puzzles at Michael's and the kids broke them out this week. My 2nd oldest arrow tackled her puzzle first. While she didn't read the instructions, she did it on her own, she only needed a tiny bit of help from daddy to get the last piece in place.




While others look good, they just aren't finished. Seems like much of my life....looks good on the outside or from a partial point of view, but when you get down to the whole picture there is a lot lacking. How I wish I could figure out the puzzle called my life, but I will trust in God and His Sovereignty to guide me along the way. He will hold me in His clutch and be my rock. How thankful I am to have that rock in my life, that assurance.


As I look forward to this season of Spring, Easter, New Life, and Christ's Resurrection I think of where would I be without him.....where would you be...where am I going....where are you going? Look to the Savior for your salvation and your strength. I know I am!

2 Corinthians 5:17
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.

A New Day....

Ahhh, a sigh of relief as I start a new day, a new week, a new chance to glorify my Lord in all I do. I am so grateful for a new day, last week was a struggle to keep my head afloat. I felt overwhelmed and like I was drowning, but today is a new day! I feel much better and I finally feel as though the waters are drying up! I can see new life in the world around me.

Spring has sprung in God's beautiful creation and in my heart! At church yesterday I felt something change in my heart. I can not explain it. I only know that it came from the Lord and I am going to rejoice in His blessing. I have been working on my prayer life, my quiet times, and our daily schedule. I feel as though the Lord has answered my requests in more ways than I could have ever asked of him. Don't you find that joyous? I mean, when you ask for something and the Lord gives to you, but He gives more than what you ask? I just think that is AWESOME!!

Do you have something to pray about? Go ahead....ask it and the Lord will answer. Maybe not like we had hoped or asked, but it will be better than what we thought we needed. I can assure of that!

Old Salem Field Trip

Thankfully by Friday last week I was feeling better due to an antibiotic and much rest. We were able to keep our field trip plans to Old Salem in Winston Salem, NC. They were offering a "homeschool days" for homeschoolers at a discounted price, so took advantage of the opportunity. The kids had a wonderful time and we learned so many things while there. It was so fun to see, touch, hear and smell history! I was really amazed at all they had to offer and we didn't even get to do everything! I can't wait to go back and take the kids again. Here's a slide show of some of our fun! THANKS to my Mother In Love that went with me too!!! We had a WONDERFUL day, busy, lots of walking, tiring day, but it was FUN!

A 2nd Honeymoon!!!!!!

Let me just say that I was totally swept away yesterday by my dear husband. He planned childcare for all 5 children, reservations for dinner and an overnight stay in an undisclosed area. He came home early from work, our dear friends came over and he swept me off for a romantic evening. It was the most romantic thing in the world!! He took me to Winston Salem, NC and we stayed at The Brookstown Inn....this is where 16 years ago we spent our very first night as a married couple!! It was so nice, nicer than I remember and so relaxing. We checked into our room, freshened up a bit and then he whisked me off to dinner at Meridian. It was right across the parking lot from the Inn, so we walked and quickly I might add because it was cold! We sat down to a wonderful meal....we both agreed it was the best meal we had ever eaten. Hubby got the Grouper and I got the NY Strip....both were equally delicious and melted in your mouth. Hubby also got this brown sugar pound cake with blueberry topping and ice cream. It was GREAT, very sweet, the blueberries were so fresh and the ice cream was sooo cold it hurt your teeth, but was creamy. I give it a 15 out of 10 stars! After dinner it was back to the hotel, with no kids, no computer, just the 2 of us and CABLE TV!! OK....I know that sounds very lame, but we don't have cable TV, we have bunny ears, so it was a real treat to watch some of the shows we used to adore. We watched Ace of Cakes, and flipped through I don't know how many channels...great fun. The next morning we got up, checked out and headed to Old Salem. We walked around looking in different shops, we ate at the Tavern Restaurant, then walked some more. We found the bakery and brought home some goodies to eat. Then after shopping and walking we returned home, refreshed, happy and more in love than the day we married.

I can not tell you how wonderful our weekend was, there are no words. It was so romantic, so spontaneous, full of adoration for one another, selfless, and completely unexpected. It is moments like these that I get teary eyed thinking of all my many blessings. I am married to the most wonderful man in the world, made just for me. No matter what, he adores me....no one else....ME!! I am so thankful for him, my love, my help meet. Thank you dearest husband for the most wonderful weekend. I will cherish the memories always! I will cherish you even more!

To our dear friends that watched our kids.....WOW! You knew all along, but never let word slip of his plans. Thank you so much! I am in awe of your selflessness! I will feel forever in your debt and I will do anything for you! I only pray that someday we can return the favor. It isn't everyday that you celebrate the joining of 2 lives becoming one and I pray that we can rekindle that love for you, as you have done for us. We are so grateful and thankful for you and your family. Thank you!

16 years ago today......

16 years ago today I married the man of my dreams, my soul mate, my best friend, my better half, my help meet, my love, my everything. God has blessed me with an evenly yoked marriage. My husband is the head of our house, the spiritual leader of our family and I honor him today. I am so blessed to call him my husband. He has been a strong influence in my life, as we have been through many trials together. He has blessed me with 5 children and given me the opportunity to stay home and teach those children. He works so hard everyday to provide for us and he never complains. He has such a sweet and giving spirit at all times, he doesn't ask for much in life, just simple obedience from his children and love of his wife. So, today my dear husband, I honor you with a prayer from my heart and all I ask is that God hear my heartfelt prayer and grant you everything you deserve.

Dear Gracious Heavenly Father,
I thank you for the gift of marriage and the gift of unconditional love. You have granted me both things in a man that you created all for me. Before either of us came to be you knew we were meant to be together, evenly yoked according to your will. While I look at our past and see the sinners that we are, yet I see the mercy and love you have for us, your children. Lord, I thank you for saving us from the pit of death, saving us for each other and for granting us so many wonderful years together. Lord, I sit here in awe of your works...your wondrous power...your faithfulness to us through so many trials and I thank you for each of those trials. I praise you that we are where we are today only by Your grace! May You Lord, always be first in our marriage and in our lives.

Today Lord, I thank you for my help meet, for the love he has for me and the love I have for him. May our love continue to grow stronger everyday only by Your power. Lord give us the strength to continue the good work you have started in us. Lord, we trust You to guide our ways, give us wisdom, provide our every need and lead us where You would have us go. Thank you for the 16 years we have had together and may you bless our marriage for another 60 years, if it be your will. Help me Lord to always honor my husband...daily, not just today. Help me to always see what a blessing he is to me and make him feel special. Help me to not burden him with trivial and meaningless tasks, but lighten his load as he provides for our family.

Thank you for our 5 Earthly blessed children and our blessed child in your care, may you guide our ways always and forever. May the life and marriage that we continue to live only bring Glory to your precious name. For it is in Jesus' name that I pray, AMEN.

Dearest Husband, I offer this prayer as a gift to you, for you are the best gift, a gift from God, which I am truly thankful for! I love you more today than the day we married. May God continue to grow our love. Your Bride, Kassandra

Refreshing...

Last night I went to dinner with a girlfriend and my dear hubby stayed home with the kids. It was so refreshing to get out and away from everything. We had a blast! I got a margarita and SUCKED it down! Hee Hee It had been way too long since I indulged in a drink or time out with a friend. We met at 7:15 and we closed the place down at 11. When I got home my dear hubby had all the kids in bed, the kitchen cleaned up and he was in the bedroom watching TV, just waiting for me to get home. We talked for a little while and then it was lights out. The end to a perfect evening, however my son decided he wanted to continue his waking and screaming fits at 1:30am. I cared for him, then he was up again at 5:30, this time I let him cry it out.....after 2 hours he finally went back to sleep. It was a long night, but easy for me to handle since I had a break earlier in the night.

I am always amazed at how God provides for me. I don't know why, but every time I just sit back in awe of His marvelous works. This morning I was reminded how refreshing just a few hours "off duty" can change your whole perspective on things. Instead of being irritated at my sleep being interrupted, I was happy to go to my sons side and calm him. I have been flexible today with the children, not easily angered and relaxed. Why does it take a night out for me to understand and appreciate all that God has given me? Then after all this, I go and read a fellow bloggers blog this morning and I am overwhelmed with emotion.....crying in joy for her and seeing how small my problems or irritations are compared to others. My prayer today is to feel refreshed everyday and not take things for granted. I pray that I see my blessings for what they are.....blessings from my Heavenly Father!

Happy Birthday Monkey Doodle!!

WOW!!! 12 years ago today I was about to become a mom for the first time!! I can't believe it has been that long, it seems like yesterday. Where do I even begin with you? You were the first child for us and the first grandchild for my parents, and first great grandchild for my grandparents. Your arrival was greatly anticipated!! There were 9 people in the hallway awaiting your cry and daddy was right beside me. Labor was intense, hard and LONG, for I didn't know what to expect. When you were ready, you made your entrance with a Rebel Yell. You were so beautiful, I cried, Daddy cried and the hallway crowd burst into cheers and cries. It was a Beautiful day, our daughter had arrived, safe, healthy and finally here for us to hold. We ooooo'd and ahhh'd over you for the longest time and still do. Since that day you have given us great joy and much to be thankful for.

You showed from the beginning that you were not a child to be considered average, you did everything above average and well beyond your age. You have acted well beyond your years since birth. Even now as you turn 12 years old, you act so much older, you are so mature. I know this is our last year together as a child, you will become a teenager soon, but I am not worried. Only your age will change, but not your heart. You will remain the mature and beautiful girl you are today.

At the age of 4 you accepted Christ as your Lord and Savior. Your daddy and I both wondered, could it be? at such an early age? will it last? OH YES! God is working a wonderful work in you. You have truly grown so much since that day of acceptance. You ask questions, and we give you the answers we feel God is leading us to answer for you. You have had to deal with alot of life's issues that young children shouldn't have to endure, but you come through it with a stronger faith, your head held high, and greater understanding than most adults. I am always amazed to watch you with your sisters and brother. I see how God is training you to be a wonderful mother. I know you will be a better mother than I am....for you have God on your side and in your favor. I try to do the best I can, raising you to be a "help meet" for your spouse, if that is the Lord's will for your life. I have tried to teach you how to be a "keeper of the home" and "servant." I pray for you, that you will be richly blessed when you grow up, I pray for your husband, that he is being raised now to know and love the Lord. You often hear us talk of being evenly yoked, that is what I pray for you.....never know a day without Christ in the drivers seat of your life. Christ will take you to wonderful places, places even I have never seen, He will guide your path always, if you let Him.

My Monkey Doodle,you have been my monkey doodle from birth and you always will be. Maybe at some early phase in life I knew you would be a wonderful artist! I know you will be famous one day. God will use your art to bring glory to Himself. You will find a way to praise our maker through your art. Keep painting, keep drawing and keep looking to God to guide you.

My dearest firstborn, you are such an inspiration to me. I pray that you always keep your beautiful smile, your sweet laughter, your confident presence, and your love for Christ. May your birthday today be as special as you are. I love you! Mommy

Overdue Birthday Wishes....

Happy belated birthday my chunky monkey. It is so hard to believe that you are 8 years old already! Where did the time go? I remember when I was pregnant with you and I couldn't wait to hold you, you were such an active baby in my belly. You were in such a hurry to arrive that you got bruises on the front of your face when you were born. I felt so bad about your bruising, but you were ready and you weren't waiting for anyone, including a doctor. The nurse had to deliver you, you starting growing from day one and you were the chunkiest little thing as a baby, that is why I called you my "Chunky Monkey." You are just my Monkey now (since you so tiny)....hee hee, but you are still in a big hurry. You want to grow up so fast, you can't wait for the next new and exciting adventure. I do wish you would slow down so that I could enjoy each stage. I love to watch you play, learn, read, and love on others. You have a very sweet spirit. God has given you a strong faith at a young age. You are often the one to remind me that God's way is better than my way (or any way). You are the first to suggest that we pray over something, and you pray without any hesitation, you know that He will hear you. I am so amazed at the times that God answers your prayers.....He is quick to answer you most times, and pleased, I think, that you are leading your family to walk in Him. If only I had your faith, the faith of a child. You trust Him so easily, you seek Him often, you talk to Him and you bring great glory to His name. Bless you my child for your faith and for all you do for me. I am so honored that He chose me to be your mommy. I make many mistakes, but you forgive me and you still love me through it all. I love you my monkey. You will always be Mommy's Chunky Monkey, always my little girl, forever a child of the King.

Happy Birthday Sweetheart!

A Christmas Poem for you.

The stockings are hung on the mantle with care, in hopes that little man won't pull them like he pulls hair. The children are grinning from ear to ear, for they know that tonight is the night, that JESUS came here. The candy is (almost) baked and the gifts are (almost) wrapped, and the gingerbread houses were a blast. There are showers to be taken, hair to be brushed, skirts to adorn, but we must NOT RUSH! Tonight is the night that we remember Christ's Birth, for He did not come in rush, but He came in a meek and quiet hush. It's time to relax, celebrate and show our love for God sent His Son because of His Mercy and Love. So hug your mother, father, grandparents, aunts and uncles, cousins and children too, for tonight God will give HIS SON, for you!

I am not much of a poet, but I tried. I had some help from my oldest arrow. May you have a Merry CHIRSTmas and I pray that the Lord will bless each of you with joy, happiness, health and peace this year. All our Love in the Blessed Quiver House to Your home!

Love,
Blessed Mommy

Spa Party Fun

Well, I finally got the pictures off the camera from my 10 yr old arrows Spa Party. I think it is safe to say that all the girls had a Blast! I really had a lot of fun putting it together for her too. First we had a sleepover with 3 friends and then in the morning the day started with Breakfast at Mommy's Cafe and then off to Sister's Boutique for some pampering. We had eggs and cinnamon rolls for breakfast with a glass of SunnyD and a cup of hot chocolate. Then while at the spa they had warm compresses for the faces, avocado masks, manicures and pedicures. Here's a slide show of the pictures! Enjoy! If you are a parent of one of the kids, I hope they have gotten their sleep caught up! It was a late night and an early morning! :) But it was FUN.

Happy 3rd Birthday!

Today is your birthday, your 3rd birthday! Where has the time gone? You have grown so fast and so much this past year. I was watching you just yesterday and noticing how you can put so many words together in a complete sentence, how you say your sisters full names now and not your shortened version of their names, you brush your hair, get dressed, potty, brush your teeth, try and make your bed, all by yourself! What happened? When did you grow so much that you don't need me to help with these things anymore? I miss it already! You have become quite the little lady.

My prayer for you is that you always keep your sweet smile. Your smile can brighten the darkest of my days. It melts my harden heart like the sun melts the snow. Your laugh can fill a room and make others laugh even when they don't feel like it. Oh how I pray that you always keep these qualities.

Many people say that you are a mini version of me. As I watch your hand motions when you talk or tell a story, the faces that you make while talking, your shifting and smiling eyes and your whole facial expressions, I have to agree, you are alot like your mommy. I pray that you learn from my mistakes and you become a better person. You are at a sweet age and I love being your mommy, please continue to forgive me when I make those mistakes, just love me like you always do and remember to hug me often.

I know that God is working on your heart, even at this early age. You only know of Jesus birth at Christmas and not Santa bringing you presents. You know that God made you and everything else in this world. You are starting to realize that our hearts are selfish and only Jesus can change it when we trust in Him. You know how to sing of God's love and you say the sweetest prayers. I do pray that God will strengthen your faith and that you always have this faith, the faith of a child. May God Richly Bless You This Year and Many Many More Birthdays!

I love you! Mommy :D

Happy 10th Birthday Pumpkin Pie

Dear Pumpkin,
Today is a special day for you and me. Ten years ago today you entered our blessed family. You came into this world with a loud southern belle scream, peach fuzz colored in bright red hair, the longest toes and fingers we had ever seen and a hallway full of family to greet you. Many of those family members are no longer with us, but on your debut day they were there and ready to shower you with love. I can remember very clearly how excited your Pappaw Overcash was to see you. Pappaw had red hair (when he had hair) and he was so happy to see a grandbaby take after him. The Lord knew that Pappaw would only be with us a short while after your birth, so He made the best of the time we had together. Pappaw had a special place for you in his heart and you share so many qualities with him, I think its God's way of letting Pappaw's memory live on through you.
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As I sit back and think of what a blessing you are to our family I can't help but think of your sweet spirit. Always caring for others, caring for your siblings, especially your brother. :) You have such a giving heart, always wanting others to feel a part of things, always thinking of others first and your giving spirit. You always seem to find a way to give or give up something that you have wanted in order for someone else to be blessed. God is working a good work in you. I pray that you always have this sweet spirit and that you trust in God for all things. As your mom I look back and see how I have made one mistake after another, but God is so gracious to us both because He will forgive me and help me to do better and you forgive me and never look back at my sin. I love you my Pumpkin Pie! You will always be Mommy's Girl, no matter your age.

My mouth shall speak wisdom; the meditation of my heart shall be understanding. Psalm 49:3

Your name means one of understanding and it fits you perfectly!! You are understanding of everyone, especially your mommy. Thank you for being you. May the Lord bless you richly in your future and may you always keep your understanding and gentle spirit. I love you! HAPPY BIRTHDAY PUMPKIN!!

One, Two, Three, Four, Five and Six.....

Yes, six of us on antibiotics for some reason or another. When it rains it pours! I have 2 kids that had bronchitis last Thursday and are finished with their medicine. Monday we added one child to the list of medicine, Tuesday we added 2 more kids and then today we added Mommy! So in the past 7 days we have had 4 bronchitis infections, 1 sinus infection and 1 bladder infection. (I will leave it to you to figure out who has what)I am ready for the sickies to be over....anyone else dealing with sickies? Maybe this means we are getting it out of the way before the holidays.

On a happier note, I have been inspired by a friend to start sewing again. I bought some patterns online, cute flannel material at Hancock's, now I just need to make a little time. The girls are very excited about their new jammies. I thought I would start with some cute Christmas jammies for everyone, including our blessed boy arrow. So, I guess I will be spending less time on the computer and more time with my homemakers-in-the-making. I love spending time with my kids, especially when I am passing down a skill that I learned from my grandmother. I think it is such a blessing to be able pass on to the next generation. It seems that homemaking is a dying art these days....maybe we can do our part to make it a comeback.

Have a Blessed Day!