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{i want to remember} – 5/14/12

Memories from Mother’s Day 2012:

I WANT TO REMEMBER… waking up to two excited big boys bounding in my room.  They were full of hugs and proudly announced that they had cleaned their room all on their own.  And then I had the early morning privilege of witnessing a full. out. brawl.  Some things never change, not even for Mother’s Day.

I WANT TO REMEMBER… my breakfast: breakfast burritos.  My husband is a master cook, I tell you.  They were delicious.

I WANT TO REMEMBER… making it through the majority of Mass with very well-behaved children.  I was feeling proud and even a little braggy, until J wasn’t allowed to color in M’s coloring book and had a full. out. tantrum right there in the pew.  Hello walk of shame to the back of the church.

I WANT TO REMEMBER… meeting my mom, dad and siblings at the restaurant for a yummy Italian lunch.  I will never forget the look of pure joy on M’s face as he enjoyed his spaghetti and meatballs.  Apparently that is a rare delicacy in our home and he couldn’t get enough. 

I WANT TO REMEMBER… a wonderful gift: a childless afternoon, browsing through the antique stores downtown with my mom.  It was amazing and relaxing.  And it ended with icecream.  Does it get better than that?

I WANT TO REMEMBER… how much I love this vocation – the good, the bad and the ugly.  I am so, so blessed.   

{link list} 5.10.12 Edition

I love link lists.  There’s nothing better than word of mouth, so when a blogger recommends a recipe, a new shop or a great read, I am all about it!  Here are a few things I’ve come across this week…

1. Inspired by Laura and her amazingly faithful weekly menus, I joined the party and have been making my own again!  Biggest hit last week was Melt in your Mouth Chicken and Cheesy Baked Zucchini “Chips”…so good, my husband requested it again!

2. I got goosebumps and tears in my eyes when I watched this amazing video on Kristen’s blog.  The Mercy House is such an amazing organization.  Be sure to check out their shop…I have my eye on this necklace.  

3. How awesome is this idea?  I love that she used instagram photos, but I think the concept could work in a number of ways.  I’m envisioning either cutting regular 4×6″ photos into squares or even a collage of the boys’ artwork. 

4. This skirt is so cute and the price is right.  I’m wondering how long I’d be able to squeeze my almost-20-weeks-pregnant body in it before I start to look ridiculous.

5. Quote of the week (found on Sarah’s blog): “It is very important that children learn from their fathers and mothers how to love one another-not in school, not from the teacher, but from you.  It is very important that you share with your children the joy of that smile.  There will be misunderstandings; every family has its cross, its suffering.  Always be the first to forgive with a smile.  Be cheerful, be happy.” – Mother Teresa 

6. My boys are fascinated by birds…well, scratch that…we all are fascinated!  I love the idea of a designated basket near our feeder filled with guide books and binoculars.  A great way for all of us to learn! 

7. Do you read The Nester?  She is in Tanzania right now for Compassion International and this post stopped me in my tracks.  Too often I only invite people in my home after a litany of apologies and excuses for its imperfections.  What a humbling reminder…so much to learn from the poorest of the poor.

8. On a recent browse through etsy, I found a new shop: Karol’s Handmade Soap.  With scents like Pearberry, Lavender Oatmeal, and Blackberry Clove, I’m hoping to order soon!  Be sure to check out her solid Lotion Bar in Pink Sugar too!

If you make a link list of your own, please share in the comments so we can check it out!

{family} Around Here…

We are in full soccer mode.  M has loved his first season so far and has learned so much.  He’s quite a natural!  Can’t believe he only has three weeks left.  We’ll definitely be looking into playing during the fall.

I don’t know what it is about this tray, but my boys think it is the best thing ever!  We had an afternoon movie/snack date and this is the concoction I came up with. (A mix of everything I could find in our fridge and pantry!)

I lugged this playslide upstairs from the basement and it’s been great to have a little something different to play with in the living room.  J is loving the slide!  As for the big boys, they’ve created so many forts and castles, I’ve lost count.

Speaking of the living room, I can finally say that painting has been crossed off my list!  So glad that’s done.  Now I’m on the search for pillow replacements for the couch.  I’m thinking something like this or this.  When I get another burst of energy, I have another can waiting to be used to paint over the red in my dining room.  Now that should be fun…

This is an all too common occurrence in our home.  M and D love to play with Playmobil and are actually quite good about picking up, but J.  Oh J.  His new trick is taking their bins, dumping the contents all around the room, and then running away before getting caught.  I’ve got my hands full with that one!

I’m selling a few of our school books from this year on ebay to start preparing for Kindergarten in the fall!  If you’re in need of Five in a Row books, let me know and I’ll send you the link to the auctions!

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