I was able to get a video of our teen devo wii dancing. Everyone had a great time and was asking when we'd host our next devo. It was so encouraging to hear that they all wanted to come back to our house for more fun times!
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Teen Devo
We had an awesome time hosting our teen church devo this weekend. In total, we had 16 teens and 6 adults in one house. The party kicked off with a couple of bocce ball games and time on the trampoline. Once everyone arrived, we moved the party into the kitchen where everyone made their own pizzas. It was a big hit.
The kids migrated to different rooms where they could watch movies, play games or play Just Dance on the Wii. I think this is where everyone opened up and really enjoyed themselves.
Even the big kids had fun.
Get down John. Show your moves! 
There was even a little strategic gaming going on.
It really was a great night. Can you believe we had so many kids and not one drama moment? These kids really know how to have fun.
The kids migrated to different rooms where they could watch movies, play games or play Just Dance on the Wii. I think this is where everyone opened up and really enjoyed themselves.
Even the big kids had fun.Get down John. Show your moves! There was even a little strategic gaming going on.It really was a great night. Can you believe we had so many kids and not one drama moment? These kids really know how to have fun.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Man Cave
Charlie got the itch to work on finishing up his man cave. He decided to rearrange the furniture. So that meant he had to re-route the cable. Thankfully, he learned how to do this with his job. No need to worry about cutting holes in our walls, he has it taken care of.
But the cable was hanging just a bit too low. Charlie's arms were too big to fit in the hole. So I gave it a try and stuck my arm though the hole to see if I could fish out the cable.
Nope, we needed someone who was just a bit smaller than me. It's good to have kids around the house so they can do your dirty work for you.
Kiera's arm fit and she was able to pull the cable out.
Charlie's man cave is mostly finished. He still needs to paint the walls. He has the color picked out, he just needs to take a day off to put it up on the walls. But you can get a good look at our mostly finished product here.
But the cable was hanging just a bit too low. Charlie's arms were too big to fit in the hole. So I gave it a try and stuck my arm though the hole to see if I could fish out the cable.Nope, we needed someone who was just a bit smaller than me. It's good to have kids around the house so they can do your dirty work for you. Kiera's arm fit and she was able to pull the cable out.Charlie's man cave is mostly finished. He still needs to paint the walls. He has the color picked out, he just needs to take a day off to put it up on the walls. But you can get a good look at our mostly finished product here.
Cookie Monster
Jasmine is definitely our cookie monster. She has to have her sweets and chocolate. We've taught her how to bake cookies. Now she wants to bake them everyday.
My Favorite
Charlie knows my favorite flower: tulips. He picked up these two planted tulips so that I can enjoy them longer. They are so beautiful. They open up during the day and close at night. It's neat to see them change with the weather outside. 
Thursday, January 20, 2011
A New Day
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Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Just Dance
The girls bought Just Dance 2 for the Wii with their Christmas money. They've been having a good time learning new dance moves and listening to some of our old favs. I managed to video tape them without their knowledge and uploaded it here. Enjoy!
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Monday, January 10, 2011
Snow Fun...err...Ice Fun
We woke up to a little snow and ice today.
It wasn't too bad, just enough to cover the ground and close the schools.
The girls got dressed and ready for some fun. But first they fueled up on some orange sweet rolls.
Sandy refused to go out. Kiera is patiently waiting for her sisters to get ready.
Jasmine is enjoying the day off of school.
What is she up to?
Getting ready for a snowball fight!
Ammo!
They're going to get her!
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Angels Come in Many Forms
For the past couple of months my job has been to look for jobs. It's bleak. There's nothing out there. Believe me. Nothing. No one is hiring in our area that doesn't require a master's or doctorate in something. Well...that's not my field. After all, I was a stay-at-home mom on purpose while living overseas 12 years. Not much I could do there either.
I've been determined to do the job search until I was hired. I did the searches online. Nothing. I did the foot work. They told me to fill out applications online. Again nothing. So if all else fails, pray. That's what I did. Last night before bed, Charlie and I held hands and prayed for a job, any job.
This morning was going as normal. I got the kids off to school. I made plans to go grocery shopping, pay the bills and continue to apply for jobs. Then the doorbell rang. I wondered who this could be. I even contemplated not answering it. But something inside told me to get up and see who it was ringing my bell at 9am. It was my neighbor, Johnny. I thought to myself, "What now?" Johnny likes to come over and talk... a lot. Still I answered the door. He said some magical words, "Are you looking for a job?" I asked myself, "What in the world?" He continued to tell me how his wife was needing help at her job and was looking to hire someone. She works at a private school in the cafeteria and runs the place. I'd only have to work while the girls were in school and I'd be home before they got home. I wouldn't work nights, weekends, holidays or the summer but I'd still be paid for the summers. My dream job. I was hired on the spot and start work tomorrow.
Not only did I get the job, I got the pay and the hours I most desired. Plus the work isn't hard and my boss is nice. My angel was my neighbor this time.
I've been determined to do the job search until I was hired. I did the searches online. Nothing. I did the foot work. They told me to fill out applications online. Again nothing. So if all else fails, pray. That's what I did. Last night before bed, Charlie and I held hands and prayed for a job, any job.
This morning was going as normal. I got the kids off to school. I made plans to go grocery shopping, pay the bills and continue to apply for jobs. Then the doorbell rang. I wondered who this could be. I even contemplated not answering it. But something inside told me to get up and see who it was ringing my bell at 9am. It was my neighbor, Johnny. I thought to myself, "What now?" Johnny likes to come over and talk... a lot. Still I answered the door. He said some magical words, "Are you looking for a job?" I asked myself, "What in the world?" He continued to tell me how his wife was needing help at her job and was looking to hire someone. She works at a private school in the cafeteria and runs the place. I'd only have to work while the girls were in school and I'd be home before they got home. I wouldn't work nights, weekends, holidays or the summer but I'd still be paid for the summers. My dream job. I was hired on the spot and start work tomorrow.
Not only did I get the job, I got the pay and the hours I most desired. Plus the work isn't hard and my boss is nice. My angel was my neighbor this time.
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