About every three weeks, Trilby shows up with donuts.
As you can see — they really love these days!
(Notice Icka has one in her hand, while she eats the other like a dog.)
This is all followed by drinking Nonnie’s sugar milk.
Nobody forces this on her.
Icka insists!
(I’ll admit — it is the best part!)
During this heat wave, my kids have frequented our pool quite a bit.
They play so well together, and I love the easy lunch clean up.
My favorite kind!
Scout got up extra early this morning, so he got to hang on the couch and watch Sesame Street until Sushi woke up. When she did, Elmo was entertaining, and she wanted to hang on the couch too. I grabbed my camera because these two were holding hands or linking arms the entire time.
he kept leaning over and kissing Sis, so I tried to get a photo. But in this photo it looks more like he is trying to bite her.
After Sesame, it was breakfast time. Icka is determined to use her own spoon now, and she does a pretty good job.
Proof.
And then the morning took a really exciting turn when Scout told me to wait inside. I asked him what he was up to, and he told me that he was going to clean the backyard all by himself –”and it isn’t even Saturday”! (This is usually part of his Saturday morning chores.)
Nice Work Kids!
Scout came in and had something he found behind his back. When he took it out, he whispered (the way I do when something is really important), “This is a feather…and you can keep it forever!” I whispered excitedly “thank you” and he turned and started to walk out. But before he left, he paused and then turned back with some strong words towards me….”Make sure you share it with Dad.”
You bet I will!
Forever!
My little self-appointed vegetarian (minus bacon) had a rude awakening last night. Burgers were on the menu, and he asked for a quesadilla and marshmallows. The marshmallows were completely out, but I told him that if he would eat/try one bite of meat, then I would make him a quesadilla. But I made it clear that until he ate his one lonely bite — there would be NO OTHER FOOD! That threat was made before we had even sat down to start eating. And unfortunately, by the time we all had finished our meals, the piece of meat still sat on the plate. He tried to bargain, pout, sneak other food items, etc…. but I held strong.
(For referential sizing, it is approximately the size of a nickel.)
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It seemed like a no go for Scout, but then I KNEW I could get him. We had already decided earlier that we would go swimming for the activity portion of family night. So Icka and I got in our bathing suits, and I told him that when he ate his one bite that he could come in with us.
–45 minutes later–
I am SO SAD to report that he never did get in.
I am WAY SADDER to report the pictures you see here were taken this morning after a night of sitting out by itself.
I am THE SADDEST to report that my child went to bed with no dinner.
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His last meal of the day was at 4:30 when he had a bag of carrots.
I wonder if me making him eat meat is all that important when he adores fruits, veggies, nuts and tofu.
Probably not.
Maybe I should watch Food Inc. for confirmation.
Sissy was with Belly, so I went down to get a few things done on my computer. Soon after, I saw this set of eyes staring at me. I grabbed my camera and snapped.
When she realized what I was doing, she dropped to the ground and started to pout. I didn’t know why, so I kept snapping away.
So she got up and took off.
HUH???
Whatever!
I started looking for my kids Sunday night, and finally found them in Nonnie’s room. I didn’t get the invite, but she was apparently hosting a party for the little rug rats. The refreshments consisted of licorice and spanish peanuts.
When I went in, I asked, “Hey guys…whatcha watching?”
Scout said, “It’s a show with really bad guys.”
When I threw a disapproving look my moms way, she said, “Really bad guys. Murderers and thieves.”
I said, “Really mom…you are entertaining my kids with a 48 hours?”
Then the commercial ended and I saw Macaulay Caulkin’s face.
They had found Home Alone 2 on the t.v.
And apparently Scout Master was mesmerized.
(I mean — it is Micah’s favorite movie (#1). And this pic is before the hysterical laughter.)
My mom got out some of Belly’s old clothes, and got them cleaned and up to par for Sushi. We paired one of Tristen’s old sailor outfits with her new white ankle strap Sunday shoes. I think she looks darling! I wish they made clothes that look just like this right now. Who knows — maybe they do.
I’ll let you have these clothes back for your kids, but hurry the freak up and get MARRIED!
Before I start, I would like to say that I am on day 4 and am going strong. I haven’t spent a single dollar. Micah hasn’t spent a single dollar on me. And my mom has only spent about nine dollars on me.
Thank you very much!
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“Oh…does that mean that on October 18th (the day my month is up) I am going to have the most massive credit card bill?”
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(Talking to someone else with me within listening distance.)
“She is just going to have everyone pay for things, and then she’ll just write them I.O.U.’s all month.”
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“Babe, it looks like I’ll be taking you out a lot this month.”
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(Again talking to someone else.)
“She is just going to go everywhere with me, and then as soon as they ask for the payment on anything, she will just sneak away.”
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Some would say “JERK!”
I don’t….
I just say, “Ye of little faith!”
I just saw these, and am dying to get them for the kids. Wouldn’t they just love these cute Halloween stories? But as you know mom, I am not spending money this month. Do you think you would want to treat my kids to these brilliant masterpieces? I’ve been thinking about it, and they will probably be less popular and less liked in school if they don’t know these stories. You wouldn’t want to be responsible for that — would you?
Let me know you beautiful red-headed bombshell.
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