Well, crap

Soooo, I had a post that was really funny. It was all about the night before VBS. I went to look up a factoid about our theme this year, went back to finish the poem(yes a poem)and it was gone. I used my limited knowledge of this blasted blogging app, but no luck. I am a little bit annoyed to say the least. Oh well. Technology. Whatcha gonna do? I will say that I have cut out more snowflakes than I thought humanly possible in an afternoon. I know those flakes will be turned into some sort of flying projectiles before the week is over. Oh well. As of right now, I am trying to forget about VBS for just a little bit and instead focus on the World Cup game on the television and the thunder booming outside.

I wish I could say that we gave the hub a great Father's Day today. It wasn't horrible, but it could've been better. He got breakfast in bed and some nice cards and gifts from the kids. The grill he wanted, and we wanted to get him, was not instantly available, so he will get that later. Since VBS is tomorrow, I had to stay late at church to get things set in my area. Hopefully we can have a bit of an addendum to his day at a later time.

Have a great night, friends. I have to deal with these crazies tomorrow.






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All the heartbeats are back

I can relax again. They are all back home and in the fold. Currently, they are all piled up on the couch with us watching the World Cup game. We are all in various states of exhaustion with G being the worst at this point. She was returned to us sweaty, hot and sun kissed from long days on the practice fields. Her hair is significantly lighter than when we left her. It looks like something that lots of ladies would spend big bucks to get out of a bottle. Her laundry has been washed and dried and is waiting to be folded once she gets a little sleep under her belt. The boy returned with a big smile and a huge stuffed owl from Raptor Camp. A week of wild animals and hiking and ziplining made me wonder whether or not he would even want to come back home. I couldn't hardly blame him if he wanted to stay away...but I'm glad he seemed excited to be home!

Tomorrow is Father's Day and not only am I extremely grateful for my father and the influence he has had in my life, but I am so very grateful for my husband and the love and care he shows our children every day. He is a wonderful father and I am so glad they have him.

I will now return to looking at the view: the soccer game and my children. Even the furry ones.



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One back, two more to come

Our oldest got back from camp today. She was doing the roughing it type of camp this year and went with a lifelong friend. She was in one piece, though scraped and bruised from a week of caving, canoeing, rock climbing and repelling(the last two being her favorites). She takes after her mother. I loved doing the rock climbing and repelling when I went there years ago. She ate every snack I brought for her on the way home. Her camp group was fed last and got the leftovers, so they didn't get a whole lot at meals. I don't know if that was part of the experience or an oversight on their planning, but either way it made her appreciate the food she gets at home. I'll take it. We have already washed her clothes, except for the caving ones which are soaking and may never come clean. I have learned, throught the years, to unpack camp bags in the garage because of the unique camp odor that wafts through the area and the extra critters that sometimes crawl into the bags in the cabins. I think even Copper appreciated that consideration, though she found S to be very exciting to smell. The girl is now showered and clean and ready to hop into bed, if she isn't already there.

Tomorrow the other two will return to the fold and we will be a family reunited. Finally.

Night all.


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Guest Blog Post - World Cup

The Blogess is off in final preparation for VBS and asked me to fill in on the blog.

Youth soccer season is on summer hiatus. Skills are being developed, but at a much more schedule convenient pace. The world stage has turned to FIFA... Alleged Corruption and Women's World Cup makes headlines in the last month. I will save my view on FIFA scandals for another day.

The World Cup is on around the house. We have enjoyed rooting for US Women's team and following the story line. G has gotten so excited and can't contain her enthusiasm especially when the women score. She has written out her own roster attempting to keep up with the US Women's players on the field. We watch and identify Goal Keeping mistakes and interpret rules. The Women have made it out of the group stage. Four more Wins to the World Cup. Go USA Women's Soccer Team!


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And she's off...

We dropped G off for her camp this afternoon. SInce there is a lot of extensive construction going on around campus, it was a complete fiasco trying to get to the dorm, but we finally made it. She and her friend P arrived at about the same time and were completely excited about being together. I must say that it felt so much better about leaving her this time. She has already called twice. The first time to me was to let me know that the first seesion was over. "I skinned my elbow and am burning up, but WE'RE HAVING A GREAT TIME!!!!". So glad to know it, kid. She the called to tell us that the second session went great and she was having a great time. We had a little talk about how we missed her and wanted to hear all about her time, BUT she was fine to call once a day. That was plenty. They have seen several people they have competed against in the past years and some of the coaches recognized her from last year. I am excited for her. Pray for her safety, please. The heat and being a keeper could bring on lots of hurts. I want it to be a great time.

Night all.


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Eve of camp...again

G leaves for keeper camp tomorrow. She is beyond excited, because this year she knows what to expect and is going with a friend and sister keeper. I am certainly excited for her, but the mom in me is a little nervous. We have had temps in he 90's this week and they are only to get higher as the week goes on, I hear. I know these people know what they are doing and are professional athletic trainers for a university, but I fear they are all going to drop in that heat. Last time, they had a table full of iced down waters and Gatorades and i imagine the same will be out this time. Here at the ranch, we will be empty nesters for almost two days. It will be quite strange for me. The quiet is deafening for me and I miss their voices and faces.

It is halftime for the USAvNGA game. Grabbing a quick shower. Night all.


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Snack fatigue

My poor 10 year old was a trooper today for sure.  It is that time again here in our fair part of the city:  VBS prep.  Today we traveled around the county to price items for our VBS that will be taking place next week.  Between doing comparison shopping, calculating portions and purchase amounts for 400 people, schlepping 5 metric tons of lemonade powder and desperately trying to keep chocolate chips from melting on a 97 degree day...we are a little bit done.  I was very fortunate to get our cookie dough donated thanks to a wonderful church member and am working very hard to get our ice cream deeply discounted(we hope).  It is Bible school blitz time and everyone is in prep mode and good stewards of our money mode.  I know more about ice cream cups than I ever realized there was to know.  Way more, but very educational.  I have been able to get name brand cereal at store brand prices.  I am very grateful for the patience and generosity of Kroger and Sam's employees as I have asked some utterly ridiculous questions.  Just like those people who are leading Bible Memory Verse or crafts or music, I am serious about my role next week.  I want the kids to remember that we had compass cookies that help lead the way just like God helps lead our way.  I want them to enjoy their refueling time and at the same time talk about their "God sightings" with their friends.  Let's hope it is a meaningful week for all involved and that we have enough snacks to keep the participants going all morning.

Night all!