Building Blocks

The boys are having fun building with blocks today. Joshua is building a "water fountain with snow on top", and Jacob is building "a big house with a window" for me. Joshua also wants to build a house, but he wants to put a mailbox on top.Happy Learnin...

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My Littlest Helper

My little Joe really wants to be like his big brothers. And one great thing about having big brothers is the example they set of being helpers around the house! Joe has developed a certain fondness for this child-sized mop and he goes and gets it out at every opportunity.Maybe little Joe is ready for chores, LOL.Hu...

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What I'm Wearing

Our plans for the day have changed, so it looks like we will be staying home today. That gives me more time to work on lesson plans so I'll take it :).I decided to wear a calf-length khaki skirt, my orange plaid button down shirt, and a bright pink cardigan. I'm pairing that with brown slip-on Mary-Janes, my round diamond pendant and round diamond drop earrings, pearl bracelets, and woven headband.If the boys are being good we may decide to run out...

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Going to the library for Story Time has had such an impact on the boys! They are excited about reading and learning! They almost can't get enough of looking at books. It's so neat to see their excitement, and I am just giddy that they are so eager to learn. I am hoping it is a passion that will continue.Lo...

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What I'm Wearing

Today we are at home all day, but I have a busy day nonetheless! I am working on our schedules and what-not for the upcoming school year.Today I decided to wear my khaki cropped pants with black and white plaid design, a peach shortsleeved sweater blouse, and black Mary-Janes. To accessorize I chose a white ribbon for my pony tail, a square diamond pendant that is set on it's side, with square diamond earrings, and watch with white leather band....

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Sloppy Joes

Someone was asking about my sloppy joe recipe, so I decided to share it here :). It is super easy and is a great solution for dinner in a time crunch.Ingredients:2 lbs ground beef1 onion, chopped finely1 can tomato sauce1/2 c. ketchup1 tsp. salt1/4 tsp. pepper1 tsp. chili powderDirections:Fry hamburger and onion in a large skillet. Drain off fat. Put meat and onion back into skillet and add remaining ingredients. Simmer for 20 minutes. Some people...

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Books Make Bears Sweet

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Story Time at the Library

Today's theme was all about dancing, so they had the children make the craft first- hula skirt! I wasn't sure how Jacob would feel about wearing a hula skirt, but he actually thought it was fun. They had several songs with dance movements, and stories about dancing, and then a funny short film about a giraffe who danced. The boys particularly enjoyed dancing around with scarves. Joshua had a blast and was surprisingly social- mingling with quite...

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What I'm Wearing

Today we are headed to Story Time at the library, and then this afternoon I will work on laundry, and hopefully find a little time to read.I am wearing a calf-length black and white checked skirt, a red maternity sweater-blouse, and black Mary-Janes. I am accessorizing with a heart pendant, round diamond drop style earrings, diamond watch with silver band, and my white and red Coach bag. Does the lime green library tote count as an accessory, LO...

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Wordless Wednesday

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I Just Had to Laugh...

The boys have been a little, well, rambunctious today, and I asked Jacob where his good face was. And he said "OH, I bought a new box of good faces, here, let me put one on."Hu...

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Simple Woman's Day Book

Outside my window...rain and thunderstorms. AGAIN. I know I mentioned just last week that it seems like it is always raining on Tuesdays...how odd...I am thinking... I have a lot on my mind this morning...I'm a little frustrated about something...something that is probably a small and silly thing, but it has frustrated me nonetheless. I'm trying to decide the best way to handle the situation, but I HATE confrontation.From the learning rooms... the...

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Not Me Monday

I do not have an addiction to coffee, and have not mentioned said non-existent addiction to coffee nearly every day recently because it is constantly on my mind. I would NEVER consume large (well, does 3 cups count as "large" anyway?) quantities of said coffee everyday, especially with being pregnant.I have not suddenly started chewing gum constantly (Orbit Maui Melon Mint gum, to be specific) because I do not think that chewing gum is very ladylike...

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What I'm Wearing

Today I have an eye appointment, but other than that it should be a typical day at home. Today I am wearing a mulberry colored plaid button down shirt, khaki capri pants, and a white three quarter sleeved cardigan. For shoes I am wearing croco-embossed kitten heels, and I am carrying my favorite Prada bag. I chose my three stone pendant and earrings, and a Gossip watch with a white leather band to accessorize.NOTE TO SELF: I clearly have an addiction...

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Pink Saturday

A while back I shared my planner for Pink Saturday. Well, a few days ago I had a situation that was nearly disastrous (ok, that may be a bit extreme, but it felt like it at the time, lol). I had left my planner sitting on the breakfast room table, and a bear, who shall remain nameless ;), found the temptation to great to resist. He took my pen and scribbled all along the inside cover. Oh, I wanted to cry. I just love my planner, and I like things...

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