I've created a monster (hoping for a few more)!

So last night something crazy clicked in my brain and I began to do some deep cleaning in the kitchen. I mean organizing cabinets, scrubbing floors, cleaning blinds, microwave, stove.....yadda yadda yadda you get the picture. As I was cleaning I began to think hmmmmm..... I wonder what the rest of my house is doing. So I snapped a few pics and this is what I found.

Kayli was in her bathroom scrubbing. I have to admit I was so proud.

Lydia and Zane were on the couch watching Good luck Charlie.

Annnnnddddd Daddy was preparing the message for today!

All in all everyone was doing what they usually do. I have to admit I wish the other two children would do some impromptu cleaning. Thankfully Kayli has caught on!

Science Project

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This week the girls completed their first 4H/ Science Project!

Kayli did hers on making hair bows. "Bows by Bug" (bug being her nickname).

Lydia made pot holders. "Looming by Lydia!" 

Thank you God!!!

Today started out as a very hectic day. School was crazy, chores need to be done, and all of the other things going on. I was in the bathroom (just to be honest)Zane came pushing in the door, I instantly told him to get out. Much to my surprise he listened. It wasn't a minute later until he came back in. He said mom I have to tell you something in the ear. I said what son? He started weeping and said I NEED TO BE SAVED! I said buddy what do you mean and what made you think of that? He said it just came into my mind and wouldn't go away. He said mom I don't want to go to hell. So being the person I am I was asking him all of the questions and looking for all the answers. As I was asking the questions he began to cry harder I said son what's wrong. He said I DON'T WANT TO GO TO HELL (as in to say HURRY UP). He prayed and cried out to God to come in his heart and save him. I'm so thankful I know where he's headed. Thank you Jesus!

Just an update

ISo we r currently waiting on our house to b ready. Our official move in date is Monday, however, we r at thay point where we say how in the world ate they going to finish everything they promised. Which would include flooring downstairs, light fixtures upstairs and black top on the driveway. This is very nerve racking. I just have to look ahead and say thank u Lord for all u have done for us. I mean seriously who am I to question the God of the universe. Everything works for our good and His glory. o by the way if anyone is reading this, I am typing this out on my phone. so it may come across more as a text than a post. Anyway, everyone have a very blessed day!

Learning Process

So I've jumped on the coupon wagon. I'm so excited, I just have to get the hang of this thing. I got my coupons and ads (CVS & Walgreenes) Sunday, I sat down and made my list. I went Monday, bought $158.64 and only spent $28.32....that was great! I love it. I have spent so much time on this computer looking for deals, new coupons, and how to combine coupouns to get the best bang for my buck! Lets just say couponing is not easy, it's definately work! But I love it!

Just a funny! After I read Mindy's post about the computer paper being a penny. I went today to Staples, grabbed my paper and went to check out. Well I got to he front and it was not a penny!!!!! After I stood there looking like an idiot and arguing with a teenager I came home read the post and realized it was Office Max....whoops! I bet those people thought I should be committed!

Children are a blessing!

The other day I had some errands to run. My mom so graciously volunteered to keep my kiddos. As I was running my errands I decided to stop at Wendy's and eat lunch. Standing in line I noticed this precious little girl (probably about 7), she was with her dad and grandpa. I don't know what it was about her that caught my eye but she was absolutely adorable. As the dad and grandpa were ordering the food the little girl asked if she could go get napkins and things, with the nod of her dads head she went on about her business. As I sat down I saw that she had prepared at seat at a table for each person; a napkin, straw, fork and all of the necessities. I thought how sweet is that. Her dad and grandpa came to sit down, she was beaming bc she was so proud of what she had done. But to her disappointment (as well as mine) it went unnoticed. The dad immediately started talking down to her. First comment : "You could have atleast found a table that didn't have crumbs on the chairs." That was like a knife in my heart. The little girl still had a smile on her face and looked as if she were determined to get their approval;ut straws in their cups, placedtheir food in front of them and suggested they say the blessing. I was so shocked that neither man even acknowledged her. The little girl began to say the blessing and they didn't even so much as bow their heads but went on eating their food. It was one thing after another, there was no conversation at the table; even though the little girl tried and tried again to talk. I just wanted to go get her and take her with me or atleast tell the dad and grandpa what a jewel they had. I don't know what these men were dealing with on this particular day but I know it just broke my heart.

With all of this being said I encourage each one of us that no matter where we are or what's going on in that particular day, we remember that God gave us our children as a gift. We should cherich them!

God Bless America!

Let me be the first to say (on my blog) that I am so thankful for those men and ladies who served to give our country the freedom we enjoy today. I can't help but think of the ultimate sacrifice that provided us with eternal freedom. You know our freedom here on Earth can be taken away from us. Slowly but surely it's taking place. Thank God our eternal freedom can never be taken away. Jesus Christ died so we can except him as our personal Saviour and live freely and eternally with Him!

Praying that you all have a safe and wonderful July 4th!!!!