Memorial Day

We had a nice Memorial Day. Jack to the boys to the go cart place for Jacob's birthday (which is Thursday). This got me out of getting a dog for now!! They had a really good time. Jenna and I went shopping. I really enjoyed getting out and taking my time shopping. I also love taking Jenna. She is a good shopper and fun to have around. She helps me pick out things. The two of us left before 10 and didn't get home until after 1. I also enjoyed this because I pretty much had the house to myself. I got to clean like I wanted to. I have been wanting time to clean without the kids around, so it was really cool. Jenna played in her room and then Jenna next door (yes it gets confusing) asked her to come play Barbie's with her, so I did have some much needed time.

I got this pink beach bag Friday at graduation. All the teachers got them. (I think it looks like Sara Mincy). I can't wait to use it at the beach. Inside was a beach towel, a book, and two class pictures. I wish I could read the book at the beach, but making sure three little ones are safe and have not wondered off takes up a lot of my time.

Date Night and Freebies for the Week

Last night mom kept the kids for us (thanks a bunch mom). Jack and I went to see Prince Caspian and then ate dinner. I loved the movie. I am not a sword fighting kind of girl, but this movie was great. I don't like long movies either, this one was 2 1/2 hours. I had to get up and use the bathroom and ran the entire way because I didn't want to miss the action. I looked at my watch and noticed there was only 30 minutes left in the movie! It's rare that something keeps my attention like that! It was a great night! I can't wait to see it again.
I didn't get pictures for the week, but my freebies this week included 2 bottles of Garnier shampoo (which is my favorite), a nice razor for Jack, mascara, and eye shadow. I did pretty good, but I only have $3 left in ECB so I guess I will have to start back over.

Graduation Day is Finally Here....

That was one of Jacob's songs. He did great today. He was just perfect. Every child gets an award at graduation. He got the "Honest Abe" award because he always admits when he does something when he is asked, sometimes when he hasn't even done it. I wish he was like that at home. I did good. The preschool director told me to "be a mom today". I told her Jack was taping the entire thing, and if I saw the powerpoint presentation put to songs, and then heard Pomp and Circumstance I would just lose it, so I decided to play teacher. I saw everything except the popwerpoint and the kids marching in (I was at the end of the line). I am looking forward to time off next week! Here are pictures. My mom was able to come and the other one is Jacob's teacher, Miss Holly (who will be Jenna's teacher next year)

Jack took the day off so we spend time working in the yard. We followed that by our regular "Friday night Taco night". For family night we made smores (thanks to Food Lion for the coupons and having everything on sale). The kids really loved roasting the marshmallows and eating them! I heard from two of them that it was the best family night we have had in a long time.

Friday

I got blessed with several gifts the last two days. Jack teases me and says I teach so that I can get presents. He also says I get presents all the time, but that is not true. I LOVE this job and I am proud to have found something that I love, but at the same time, I am not abandoning my kids. I know I don’t have to do this, but frankly, the last few months we have needed the extra money. I have struggled the last few months with “fitting in the mold”. Most of our church home schools and I am not part of that “group”. No one has ever treated me differently, but I put the pressure on myself, thinking I am not “right” or part of the group because I am not home schooling right now. The time is not right for me to home school, and I knot the time is coming where I will home school and be a part of the others. Right now God has called me to “work” and I am happy. Anyway, I didn’t mean to ramble. I just wanted to know that I am human too and struggle with things. Anyway, I got all these wonderful gifts….flowers, jewelry, lotion, note cards, $20 to Target (whoo hoo) $30 to Blockbuster (better get a membership). Melody also made me this movie package filled with Runts (love them), popcorn, candy blockbuster gift card) and diet coke. It will work great because hopefully tomorrow Jack and I can see Narnia! I am so excited!! I can’t smuggle the 2 liter diet coke in, but I can take some candy! I’ll post graduation pictures soon!

Last Day of Preschool

Today is the last day of preschool. I can’t believe it is over. I am ready for a break, yet I am so attached to these kids and I will miss them. Yesterday we had graduation practice. I got misty eyed when they started playing the graduation song. There is just something about hearing that song….it’s like the wedding march…I’ll cry every time. They all look so cute in their cap and gown. I got these shots of my class and Jacob’s class. I’ll post more graduation pictures either tomorrow afternoon or Saturday. Here is my class. Everyone is here except Jeremy, who refuses to put on a cap and gown, and Julian is sick. Hopefully, he will be better by Friday.

Here is Jacob's class. My cutie is on the left

Scaredy Cat

Tonight (Tuesday) Jack was out with his friend. They like to get together and hang out. Normally it doesn't bother me too much (ok sometimes) but tonight it really did. We got some really bad storms and I of course freak out. I get so scared when I hear thunder and the lightning gets close. We had one HUGE tree hit once while I was here. We had another hit last year, so of course I worry. Then, we get hail again. I was able to get pictures this time. The bad part is that we lost power so I had no idea when things were expected to get better. We were out for about an hour and a half. It's funny because the kids want to turn on lights, or turn the TV on, or start the microwave. I keep reminding them we can't do anything! Everything is A-Ok now and we are safe and of course power is back on!

The Preschool Graduate

Only four more days of work/preschool! Whoo Hooo....I love my job, but since the end has been in sight, it seems to be dragging. I am ready for a little break. Friday is graduation day. Jacob graduates from kindergarten. Isn't he cute? (ok, so I am prejudice). Another one off to school. I'll have to hold on to Jenna. Maybe I won't let her go!