Not Me Monday

• I did not skip giving my daughter a bath last night just because I was tired, I believe in a bath every night
• I did not have my son stay home from school because of his asthma, and than allow him to play video games all day. I make my sick children stay in bed.
• I did not let my child walk out of the house the other day with his shoes on the wrong feet, just because he thought he was right. Nope not me
• There is also no way I would ever put pine sol in the sink so it could smell like I cleaned.
• Also I make sure on days that I have the flu that my son still eats healthy and not a pudding and granola bar for lunch..
  

Brian has had some revenge coming to him for sometime because he is ALWAYS messing with you, well this morning I got it.. There may be an F bomb, I dont remember

well.....

He loved soccer, hes actually pretty good, kinda slow, and best yet NO INJURIES!!!

Anyone can tell you who I was before, I laughed and had fun. Back in 05 I was struck with panic attacks. I am afraid to fly, sit passenger, ride a train and many other moving objects. A lot of my fears are silly. But none the less they have hindered me and my marriage. My mother works for an airline, and I can fly on her pass very cheaply, to Ireland and many other places. I thank god I have my loving husband who understands me and holds my hand. But because of me, I make him drive everywhere. We are getting out of the Army into the unknown because of my panic. Well this Friday I am no longer going to relay on meds. I will still take them, but I will start cognitive therapy, where I can change my way of thinking. To know that the extra cup of coffee in the morning will not kill me. To know that riding a train, will not kill me. To know I no longer have to find the fastest escape out of the room. Wish me luck. I cant wait to be me again.

The kiddos

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soccer and aspergers- Whats a mom to do.

Well I bit the bullet, I have officially enrolled Mateo into soccer, against my better mommy judgment. I understand the need for him to be challenged, I also get that this may help his balanace. But any mother with a aspie child knows that sports don't really go in the category of something their child can do. Sure Ive looked everywhere for someone to tell me " Hey my kid does just fine". I have yet to hear or read that. I am worried, I am scared that he wont know how to play, he will get hurt, or the kids will leave him out. Trust me kids at 5 and 6 are brutal, and my son wouldn't hurt a fly (most likely because he is afraid of flies). So with us luck, Thursday is our first practice.

SHE SMILES

Baby Marisol

They caught her mid smile in the 3rd picture.

Thoughtful Thursday

This is my beauty. She is one of 4 but she will always be my fav.

Friday Five

Each Friday I will post 5 thing I am thankful for. This will help me end the week on a good note, no matter what has happened.

1.I am thankful to the person who came up with tye dyeing. Mateo and i had a blast this week making T-Shirts, and it was wonderful time spent together

2. I am thankful for teachers, not just the educational kind, but those who take time out of their schedule to teach us from their mistakes.

3. While at time I detest the Army, I am thankful for them. The insurance, my bills being paid, a roof over my head. While the rest of the world is worrying on how they will pay their mortgage, we don't have to worry about that

4. I am thankful for God. This is an obvious one, however with him my life wouldn't be complete. Sure life gets crazy and their are times I think I cant do it, but those are the times that I don't let God in.

5. My husband. He is home every night with the family. Some husbands prefer to spend time at bars, or out with their Friends, but he chooses to spend his free time with us.

update I guess

Not much has been happening since I last updated. I am now 7 months along only 2 more to go, even though in pregnancy lingo that really means 3. My new obsession this week is cookies and tye dying t shirt with Mateo. He thinks this is awesome by the way.

My oldest son is now 11, and has won a scholarship to blue lake. Hes not happy about it and doesn't want to go. Yet he needs to, he has confidence issues.. Also when most people hear scholorship they think FREE, however his scholorship turned into 700 bucks, but with 2 sets of parents chipping in we should be ok.

We are now up to 4 cats, Brian cracked and allowed me to get another cat. But just like kids, we are now done with animals I dont want to be the crazy cat lady. So here I leave u with recent pictures.
The first is the babys room before and after



And my internet is running slow, so thats all the pics for now

The most wonderful husband

I have the most wonderful husband. About 2-3 weeks ago we went to the animal shelter, because that's what I do for fun. Brian has made it very apparent that 1 dog 3 cats a rabbit and a turtle are my limit. I CAN NOT have another dog, under any circumstances. Yesterday I spoke with him about this dog I fell in love with at the shelter when we went, she has been on my mind and I could not get her out of it. So I asked him if, we could please adopt her, as today was her last day, she was to be gassed. He gave it some thought, and said no. I cried for hours. I did my best to make sure I was not upset at him, as it wasn't his fault. None the less it still hurt. He consoled me and felt bad, but that was his decision (God just had to have me SUBMIT !!!!!!) So, today I was still pretty sad, so we headed out to the no kill shelter ( for a man who hates animals he sure does go to the shelter a lot). After leaving there, I asked if we could please just go say good bye to this dog. Once again Brian made it known, she was NOT coming home with us. So we went, when I walked in guess what, SHE WAS BEING ADOPTED. I wanted to rush to the back to see the other dogs, but Mateo had to potty. Brian was already out of site, and I was a little upset that I had to take Mateo to the bathroom, when he ( Brian) knew I wanted to head back. We ended up leaving, and I asked him why he went to the back to see the dogs.
My wonderful husband says " I wanted to make sure that for sure was her, and I know last time we were here she had a buddy, I wanted to make sure he was gone too." I than asked, well what if it wasn't her, or what if her buddy wasn't adopted. He laughed and said " I would've taken them home."

My husband who put his foot down, was willing to give up his convictions for me, to please me so I would be happy. I have a wonderful husband

Well here is the baby girl who adopted today



She reminds me of my baby here at home. This is Tessie, and no she isn't eating the cat :)

The love Dare

So I really want to see the movie fire proof, and once it comes out I will own it.

However until than Brian and I will be doing the love dare . Todays is
The first part of this dare is fairly simple. Although love is communicated in a number of ways, our words often reflect the condition of our heart. For the next day, resolve to demonstrate patience and to say NOTHING negative to your spouse at all. If the temptation arises, choose not to say anything. It's better to hold your tongue than to say something you'll regret

Now Brian and I have a pretty rock solid marriage, ever since we brought God along for the ride, things have been great, however we always need to be kinder no matter what. This Dare seems pretty easy, yet at the same time even little things that are said can be seen as negative. For instance the cat litter is not changed yet again, I could be negative to Brian and not even realize I am doing it. OR I could ask nicely like I am asking for the first time.

Will be back tomorrow with the next love dare

The best story you will hear this year

Taken from Luke2 NIV

The Birth of Jesus

1In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2(This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3And everyone went to his own town to register.

4So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. 5He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. 6While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, 7and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.

The Shepherds and the Angels

8And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. 11Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ^[a] the Lord. 12This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger."

13Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,
14"Glory to God in the highest,
and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests."

15When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let's go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about."

16So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. 17When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, 18and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. 19But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. 20The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told.

Jesus Presented in the Temple

21On the eighth day, when it was time to circumcise him, he was named Jesus, the name the angel had given him before he had been conceived.

22When the time of their purification according to the Law of Moses had been completed, Joseph and Mary took him to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord 23(as it is written in the Law of the Lord, "Every firstborn male is to be consecrated to the Lord"^[b]), 24and to offer a sacrifice in keeping with what is said in the Law of the Lord: "a pair of doves or two young pigeons."^[c]

25Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him. 26It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord's Christ. 27Moved by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. When the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what the custom of the Law required, 28Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying:
29"Sovereign Lord, as you have promised,
you now dismiss^[d] your servant in peace.
30For my eyes have seen your salvation,
31which you have prepared in the sight of all people,
32a light for revelation to the Gentiles
and for glory to your people Israel."

33The child's father and mother marveled at what was said about him. 34Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: "This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, 35so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your own soul too."

36There was also a prophetess, Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was very old; she had lived with her husband seven years after her marriage, 37and then was a widow until she was eighty-four.^[e] She never left the temple but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying. 38Coming up to them at that very moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were looking forward to the redemption of Jerusalem.

39When Joseph and Mary had done everything required by the Law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee to their own town of Nazareth. 40And the child grew and became strong; he was filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was upon him.

life

Stolen from Renee

1. Who was your FIRST prom date?                                       
It was Micah                            
                                                                     
2. Do you still talk to your FIRST love?                               
No I dont, I wish him well though.                                                                    
                                                                     
3. What was your FIRST alcoholic drink?                                
Im sure it was champage, my uncle used to slip it to me at Christmas                                   
                                                                     
4. What was your FIRST job?                                            
Wendys                         
                                                                     
5. What was your FIRST car?                                            
1999 ford escort                                            
                                                                     
6. Who was the FIRST person to text you today?                         
Allen                                     
                                                                     
7. Who is the FIRST person you thought of this morning?                
Teo, since he is what woke me up                                       
                                                                     
8. Who was your FIRST grade teacher?                                   
Mrs Hale.

9. Where did you go on your FIRST ride on an airplane?                 
I started to fly when i was really young so maybe Cali                                                   
                                                                     
10. Who was your FIRST best friend and are you still friends with them?
Misty , and yes I am                  
                                                                     
11. What was your FIRST sport played?                                  
Baseball     
                                                                     
12. Where was your FIRST sleep over?                                   
Im sure it was Mistys             
                                                                     
13. Who was the FIRST person you talked to today?                      
Brian              
                                                                     
14. Whose wedding were you in the FIRST time?                          
My moms!                    
                                                                     
15. What was the FIRST thing you did this morning?                     
I let the dog out                            
                                                                     
16. What was the FIRST concert you ever went to?                       
New Kids on The Block or Paula Abdul                            
                                                                     
17. FIRST tattoo or piercing?                                          
piercing when i was a baby, tattoo was at 16                
                                                                     
18. FIRST foreign country you went to?                                 
Mexico                                          
                                                                     
19. What was your FIRST run in with the law?                           
I was a troubled teen, It was when i was 14                                        
                                                                     
20. When was your FIRST detention?                                     
7th grade
                                                                     
21. What was the FIRST state you lived in?                             
Michigan                
                                                                     
22. Who was the FIRST person to break your heart?                      
um, really break it ? It was Chris
                                                                     
23. Who was your FIRST roommate?                                       
Jeff                                             
                                                                     
24. Where did you go on your FIRST limo ride?                        
I have never been

First Ultra Sound pic of baby kausek

God Wow he is wonderful

Wow, God is powerful. How many people can say they can rely on someone though thick and thin, someone who will love you and always have their arms open for you. Someone who will forgive you for your wrong doings and can provide you with everything you have ever needed. I can say that I have that person in my life. The person is the lord. The most powerful spirit. I still have a long journry ahead of me, and long walk but I can say I am so glad I have God to do it with. I have decided that this blog is going to be about my journey, my questions, how I dealt with the word submit, how i am learning about finances, and one of the best books a person could read. Every womens battle. I will re read this book chapter by chapter..

I leave you with this, the beginning is slow, but wow. This video brings me to tears, and it reminds me just how much god loves me. I leared something tonight when I was listening to the chaplain. Its very simple. Either be in Gods wrath , or Gods love. I dont know about you, but I prefer to be on Gods good side.

Food?

5 minutes for mom is having a food contest, and I have to say this is my fav pic of mateo. That child just couldnt stay out of the cat food, and as you can see the baby gate didnt help!

WIN WIN WIN

So I always post about Miss Kennedy. Well her mommy Renee is celebrating her Happy Blog Day!!! Go over and visit, and WIN.. Yes she is giving away gifts for us.. Her day, and we win.
Head Over here

Jesus Can I have a Snack??

So I have a paper due today.. Mateo asks for a snack. I told him he would have to wait a sec, mommy is almost done with the paper. he says fine.. Comes back about 5 minutes later, and asks again. Can I have a snack. I said wait Mateo I am almost done.. Below is how it took place

Mateo- Mommy can we pray
(Who am I to say no, so i stop my paper and look at him)
Me- Sure Mateo we can pray
(Mateo is now putting his little hands together, and closing his eyes, and I am thinking wow I raised him well)
Mateo- Dear Jesus blah blah ( i don't understand what hes saying)
THE LAST LINES ARE CLASSIC
Mateo- Dear Jesus, can I please have a snack. AMEN!