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Forgetting

Stephanie — Sat, 13 Nov 2010 23:41:21 +0000

Have you ever forgotten what it’s like to be a grown-up?!?! I mean, a regular adult — not a Mom or Dad.

I think that’s been part of my problem here recently. I’ve lost my identity a little bit. Good thing is I was reminded and am working towards reclaiming it!

I have to relate it to Ferris Bueller. . .

Morning entertainment

Stephanie — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 14:18:16 +0000

Mornings are NOT my thing. . .let me repeat, mornings are NOT — in any way shape or form — my thing! So, the adjustment to Kindergarten has been rough on more than just Jonah. Many of you know, Jonah is my MiniMe. It scares me some days how much he is like me. So, mornings are NOT Jonah’s thing either! I have trouble faulting him here, b/c I am in total agreement.

Anyway, some days are better than others. . .or at least more entertaining. Today is one of those days. I go upstairs to wake the boys up. Even after turning on the lights and opening the shades, Jonah shows no signs of movement. After 3 minutes or so, I give him the countdown to get out of bed. Just as I reach the end, he is up. We head downstairs to get dressed and find something for breakfast.

We’ve had a little touch of fall hit Humble — it’s wonderful. I thought it would be nice for Jonah to wear pants and a polo today. Typically, when he wears a polo I comment on his looks — tell him he’s handsome. Here’s a brief synopsis of the conversation:

Jonah: Mom, why do I have to wear that shirt? I don’t want to be handsome.
Me: Jonah, just put your clothes on and go into Mommy’s bathroom to brush your hair.
Jonah: {after dressing} Why do I have to brush my hair? I don’t want to be handsome!!!
Me: {rolls eyes and brushes hair} You don’t have to be handsome, I just want your hair to be not so crazy.
Jonah: {looks in the mirror} Oh great! Now, I’m handsome. {long sigh}

Can’t make this stuff up!

Teacher’s Treat

Stephanie — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:00:35 +0000

I made this based on a photo I saw from a friend! We left it in the Teacher’s Lounge.

Our trip to the zoo

Donald — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 04:15:57 +0000

So long Maxx. . .you’re a GREAT dog!

Stephanie — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 03:14:45 +0000

I’m a little sad today. We learned our “neighbor-dog,” Maxx, died. Maxx became part of our family in 2000 when we moved to Florida. He belonged to our neighbors (hence the name). We became great friends with the Tate family. Maxx is the closest thing I’ve come to having as a pet in my adult life. I’m not a huge animal person.

We’ll miss Maxx. I’m not sure any dog will be able to live up to the standards he set.

Rest in peace Maxxy.

More from Jonah

Stephanie — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:06:45 +0000

I threw some Pilsbury “ready-to-bake” sugar cookies in the oven this morning. No reason, just because. Once ready and cooled just a little, I gave each of the boys 2 cookies as a snack. Jonah had some excellent comments.

Jonah: Mom, these are the BEST sugar cookies in all the world. Thank you.
Me: You’re welcome. I’m glad you like them.
Jonah: Hey Mom – I think you should get a job as a maker of the best sugar cookies in the whole world.
Me: Well, I have a job already.
Jonah: Really, what?
Me: At church, with you and the other kids.
Jonah: Oh yeah. [pause] Well, you could have 2 jobs. That would be okay, because these are the very best sugar cookies I think I’ve ever had.
Me: [Smile and give him a kiss]

Thank you Pilsbury for bringing this moment together!

Thanksgiving turkey

Donald — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 18:41:28 +0000

First, apply a buttermilk brine to the turkey for a couple of days…

Rinse, add additional seasonings, and butter…above and below the skin.

After few hours in the oven (and about an hour on the island to set)…

After the carving (I pulled the skin back, carved the breast, and then placed the skin back over to keep moist). Yum!

Since I only carve a bird once or twice a year, I watched this quick video to hedge my bets…