Archive for the 'Fun stuff' Category
When you have children there are things you must do so you continually stay in communication with them. Communication is the key to a successful relationship and studies have shown kids that talk to their parents are less likely to misbehave. Communication is also something that may be hard to accomplish as they get older.
When this happens, you must find ways to make it happen. During these times of electronics, it’s a little easier for us to make it work.
I have found using the electronics they have is what it takes to stay in communication with my boys. We all have cell phones and so we call them and text them regularly to make sure everything is good with them. Another form of communication is email. We email them regularly to see what they’re up to and how they’re doing.
Another thing we do is play games with them. We have played games on the X-box and PS2, but the new thing is Facebook. Facebook is not just for communicating with friends and family. They also offer games and other fun things to do.
To spend more time together and communicate with our boys we play the games on Facebook that they play. One in particular is Treasure Isle. This game is designed for people of all ages and likes. It’s easy to learn and a lot of fun to play.
We use this game as a form of communication because we have to ask each other for things like energy, treasure pieces, and fun things for our islands. You can also teach your child lessons from this game. It’s a great way to teach them to share, ask for things, be nice and generous to others, and so much more.
Families are so busy these days. Constantly on the go from sun up until sun down. It’s hard to stay in communication with your children and know what they have going on. We have found that Treasure Isle is one way to make that happen. It’s something we all enjoy doing and it gives us time to be together.
If you’ve been looking for a fun way to spend time with your kids, consider creating an island on Treasure Isle.
May
31
Well it happened. Graduation officially happened on Saturday afternoon. We had a small party for the boys and it was wonderful. They had no idea we were doing it, so it was a complete surprise.
Chris graduated from 8th grade and is officially a freshman in high school now. Josh graduated from 5th grade and is officially a middle schooler now.
Here are some pictures of the party and the gifts they received.
The graduation cake!
Chris with his new scrapbook
Chris with his new KW shirt
Josh with his new scrapbook
Josh with his new Centennial shirt
Boys, we’re so proud of you and the fact that you’ve worked so hard to graduate. We look forward to the road ahead and the adventure as well. Keep up the great work. We love you!
I was listening to the radio the other morning when the news came on. The first story they talked about was a 7th grader from New York. She had saved her friends life when she choked on a piece of gum. Now you may wonder what in the world a 7th grader saving her friends life has to do with SpongeBob?
Let me finish the story. This 7th grader said that she saw her friend choking and decided she needed to do the Heimlich maneuver. After the gum came out and the friend was fine, she was asked how she knew to do the Heimlich maneuver. She said she watched an episode of SpongeBob. SpongeBob’s friend was choking on his clarinet and was saved when he did the Heimlich maneuver.
We think that the cartoons on TV these days are so violent and they’re not educational. We may think that they’re irritating and not worth watching, but we let our children watch them anyway. Now we now know that SpongeBob SquarePants is educational and it’s a show we maybe should let them watch.
Apr
7
Chris has been in swimming lessons since March 15th and he is having a good time. He’s learning a lot and he’s getting rid of his bad habits. Last week his instructor taught him to dive and he loved it. He’s decided that he might want to be on the dive team next year instead of the swim team. Sounds like he might be able to do both, so we’ll see.
Here is a video of Chris diving today. He did a great job and I can’t wait to see him do it again on Wednesday. Great job Chris!
Mar
31
Josh’s basketball team had an awesome season. They won all of their regular season games. The first tournament game was against a team we’d never played before. It was a traveling team and it was hard and tough. We were tide and had to go into overtime. We won 20-19 and that meant we had to turn around and play again. The kids were really tired, but they played hard again. We lost the game, but it wasn’t because the kids didn’t try.
Way to go Josh and the rest of the Wizards team members. Coach John did an excellent job and we’re happy with the skills the kids picked up along the way. He taught them so much and Josh learned a lot.
Picture courtesy of Jordan Shoes.
Mar
30
We went to the Cav’s game last night. Chris worked the game and we watched it from the stands. It was a fun time for us. The Cav’s won 48-46 in overtime.
Chris was the equipment assistant to the Cav’s team last night. He helped set up the locker room and then clean up after it was over. In exchange he got into the game for free and had the best seats. He stood next to the Cav’s team and cheered them on. He was just a little ways down from the table that was knocked over during a play.
It was a very exciting game and one that made you sit on the edge of your seat. With seconds left on the clock the Cav’s scored and took the game into overtime. We won the game after we scored and got the 2 extra points.
Josh and Kevin convinced me to do a game with Josh. So we went on the field shortly after the 3rd quarter started. We had to ride a trike around 4 cones. I started and then Josh went after I was finished. Needless to say I didn’t do very good with it. I was worried about falling over on the corners so I went slow. I guess the announcer kept calling me ma’am and kept telling me I had to hurry. LOL! I had a player and the coach that were in my way so I had to go around them and the cones.
Josh did really well after he got past the first turn. He got off track and almost ran into the wall. It was a lot of fun and we’re glad we did it. For the time we spent on the field, they gave us McDonald’s shirts and two gift cards for free meals. Worth the time and embarrassment.
Here’s a picture for you to enjoy.
Way to go Cav’s players. We look forward to the game on Friday. Good luck!
Mar
22
Our boys are once again keeping us busy. This seems to happen on a regular basis during the school year. In the summer they don’t do sports so it’s a nice time to relax.
Josh is in the middle of basketball right now. His team is currently undefeated and they are doing great! They have learned so much and their coach continues to teach them new things. They are coming together nicely as a team and have grown into a wonderful team.
The coach is always showing kids new things and encouraging them when they do something wrong or it doesn’t work. Here is a picture of just that. The coach is showing Josh how to do something that he did wrong in the game. Josh learned how to do it and was successful the next time he did it. Way to go Josh!
Chris is in swimming now and having a really good time. He wants to be on the swim team in the follow when he goes to high school. His instructor is showing him how to do things properly and he feels very good about it.
Here is a picture of Chris jumping into the pool.
We enjoy watching our boys in the sports they do. We love to encourage them and help them grow and improve.
Way to go boys!! Keep up the hard work. We’re proud of you.
Kevin and I decided to get away for the Valentine’s Day weekend. This is something we have never done before, so it was exciting to plan. We had home made fried chicken with real mashed potatoes, chicken gravy, corn on the cob, salad, and home made bread for dinner and home made apple pie with icecream for dessert. This morning we had fruit, home made banana bread, bacon, and eggs for breakfast. Tonight we’re going to have prime rib for dinner. Can’t wait for that! I’m so glad Kevin found this place for us. It’s such a wonderful place. I just know we’ll come back again. It’s nice to be so close to home, but feel like you’re in another part of the world. Happy Valentine’s Day to everyone!
We left around 3:30 Friday afternoon to head up to the lodge which is on Casper Mountain. When we got here, we were surprised and knew we would be in for a big treat. Here is a picture of the outside.
We were greeted by the cook and she gave us a tour of the house. It’s beautiful, so warm and peaceful. Here are some pictures of our room.
Aug
9
Jun
13
I have heard all these mom’s online say they take a day for themselves. I’ve hardly ever done that. I’m always busy doing things for my family or working my business.
Well, my mom has had a stressful couple weeks, so my sister and I decided to take her for a manicure. Which meant I had to have one done as well. I’ve never had one before, so I was worried. I haven’t done my nails in years because they always chip on my shortly after they are done and it’s a waste.
I will tell you, it was so nice. I didn’t think about work or family the entire time we were there. Below is a picture of my nails. I just love them so much and I can’t wait to go again. My mom is trying to convince me to have a peticure next time. I’m not sure about that. I think I’d rather have my nails done again. LOL
After the time I had today, I’ve decided taking time for myself is fun and definitely needed. I am planning on continuing to do this because it was so nice. If you don’t take time for yourself, you should. Even if it’s just like me and you only take an hour or two. It will be worth it and you will feel so much better.
Having your nails or toe nails done, a massage, or even a facial can be very relaxing. It doesn’t really matter what you do, just get away from the house and the computer and do something that you enjoy, by yourself. Enjoy!
