Snatching Flies Out of the Air….
may sound difficult. But the fact is that these ruddy little flies are all over the house. Darned if I know where they came from, but whacking them out of the air or catching them and smashing them has become our newest pastime here. The kids are running around with fly-swatters, and I go nowhere […]
More on Fat Kids
Wow, I’ve gotten some great comments on the “fat kids” post! Thanks, everyone, for your support and input! First, a clarification of that post, just so y’all don’t think I’m a horrible mom. (Or maybe to confirm it!) I do allow snacks if meals are going to be delayed or on special occasions. And if […]
I Know Why the Kids Are Fat!
I was cleaning the kitchen when it hit me. On one of my counters is a set of clear glass canisters, and, about three months ago, I designated the smallest one to hold the treats that my kids bring home from various sources. They can have one treat after each meal that they finish. The jar […]
First Sunday Musings
Today is the first Sunday of February, so we had Communion at church. It was unusual, almost difficult, for me, as it was my almost-six-year-old’s first. He asked Jesus into his heart a couple of weeks ago, and I told him he could take Communion with me today. I was very happy for him, of course, […]