That's how my life has been as described by my seven, oops..eight year old. He says to me one night, "Mom, you're like a taxi on a pickle." And, that's how I feel some days. Running here, there, and everywhere playing soccer mom caravan. And most recently, nurse to a hubby who had knee surgery. Throw in a couple parties to celebrate Jay-R's eighth birthday and yes, I am like a taxi on a pickle. (I guess because a pickle is round and rolls...not quite sure the pickle part, but hey, it works!)
I promise I am back. No more long delays between postings. I will post pictures soon of the birthday boy.
I am learning to not sweat the small stuff, take one day at a time, and breathe! My remedy for stress relief-running, writing, quiet time, laughing, and silliness with my kids. What relieves your stress in this crazy world?
Jay-R playing goalie...plays just like big sis...no fear!
Dad & Jay-R at the zoo in South Bend, Indiana over Labor Day Weekend
Hanging out at Sauder Village during a warm October day...this is when he was still a Michigan Fan. He's since converted to Ohio State!
His latest Lego creation....a Lego House
Filipino Pabitin (like a pinata only the kids jump to try and grab a bag while the pabitin is lowered and raised). The older kids had to play on their knees!
Leigh-Anne, our exchange student, doing the Tinikling dance
The best part...the Filipino food! There were different kinds of pancit, lumpia, menundo, rice (of course!), chicken adobo, fresh fruits, and cake. Halo Halo was served later.
Jay-R showing off his "pesos" to spend at the Sari Sari Store.
Ashleigh & Leigh-Anne displaying their project for the Walking Museum-the History of Bohol.
Our 2011 Camp Mabuhay family photo minus Dad who had to work.
Jay-R after his first 1K race at the Toledo Zoo. He did awesome!!!
Mother's Day with my kiddos.
