It's now been 15 weeks since the old man got hurt. Things are getting worse and not better. We have lots of my family and our friends helping out. The biggest help arrives on the 15th though when my big sister arrives to save what's left of my sanity. I feel like I have 5 kids plus my daycare kids and i'm doing it all on my own. It's really hard and I give all the single moms out there a huge applause for having to do it all the time. I know eventually my time will come to an end and I will have my regular help.
I have found out that sometimes help comes where you least expect it. We have one friend that has made things alot easier for us. He's been there to listen to what's going on. He's been there to give me hope things will get better. He's watched my big boys while I had to go the the ER so they wouldn't miss soccer. He's there to give us rides when needed. My kids all look up to him, from the first day they met him in the Spring. He coaches all my kids soccer. He's #6 for our Thunder Bay Chill soccer team and he cares about his fans and their families. Thanks Wilson!!!!
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Sunday, December 9, 2007
Ages and Ages
I can't believe it's been so long since my last blog. I would love to think I will start blogging more but if I say it it won't happen. Things here are so crazy lately. Brad got hurt a good 7 weeks ago and hasn't worked since. With the boys birthdays and Christmas it hasn't been fun around here at all. Things have been so incredibly tight it isn't even funny. Thanks to some great family members they brought us through November in one piece. Looks like December we will be ok too, I won't say it too loud though in case, for whatever reason, things don't fall into place. All I know is there is enough people who love and care about us that we will be ok. I have a wonderful family and feel lucky Brad wanted to marry into it. My kids are being raised like I was and hopefully they will grow up and want to help out others in need as well.
I often want things to be like they were a few weeks ago before the fall, but know only time will make that happen. I have been blessed that my children have seen the generosity of my family and have seen our prayers being answered. If nothing else their faith has been proven to them and how wonderful it is. They have learned to pull together and help each other out more and to help me out as well. They have learned that they can't always have what they want, because the resources aren't there, but have also learned that they will always have what they need. They have learned that strangers can be kind by the words they say and sometimes that's all it takes to brighten up the day. They have learned that their extra activities can still carry on, even if daddy can't be part of them right now. They have learned that they don't need daddy to play in the snow, even though they asked Santa for a magic wand to make him all better so he can. They have learned that their daddy is great at colouring and it's a fun activity they can do together. They have learned to appreciate each others activities, as they all have to go to all of them when no babysitter is available. Most importantly, they have learned that their parents love is unconditional and no matter what happens in the house, our love will always be there for them.
I often want things to be like they were a few weeks ago before the fall, but know only time will make that happen. I have been blessed that my children have seen the generosity of my family and have seen our prayers being answered. If nothing else their faith has been proven to them and how wonderful it is. They have learned to pull together and help each other out more and to help me out as well. They have learned that they can't always have what they want, because the resources aren't there, but have also learned that they will always have what they need. They have learned that strangers can be kind by the words they say and sometimes that's all it takes to brighten up the day. They have learned that their extra activities can still carry on, even if daddy can't be part of them right now. They have learned that they don't need daddy to play in the snow, even though they asked Santa for a magic wand to make him all better so he can. They have learned that their daddy is great at colouring and it's a fun activity they can do together. They have learned to appreciate each others activities, as they all have to go to all of them when no babysitter is available. Most importantly, they have learned that their parents love is unconditional and no matter what happens in the house, our love will always be there for them.
Monday, April 30, 2007
Still kickin
I'm here I"m here!!!!!! But not for long, hubby just walked in with a banana creme blizzard and I can't wait to eat it.
Things are going good. Love the faces I get when I go in public and tell people i'm not sure who all the kids daddy's are (remember I have 4 extra daycare kids). Not my fault people think i've overpopulated the city all by myself. I had to tell one lady because, no doubt, the poor lady was about to pass out when I told her I had 4 kids at school, while I had all the babies, and toddler, with me. Things are going great with the daycare though. Almost couldn't ask for better. One little boy wasn't happy all day today, I have no clue why, but we managed and got through the day.
My kids are busy busy busy. With soccer, swimming, track and feild and trying to have a life in there somewhere, there isn't much other time.
We had a huge scare with hubby loosing his job. Thankfully he got it back in a different position before the start date for loosing it kicked in. It's nerve racking not knowing what's happening.
Hope all my friends are doing well, Jobthingy not sure if i'm glad i'm here with you learning to drive. Hope that goes well for you.
Things are going good. Love the faces I get when I go in public and tell people i'm not sure who all the kids daddy's are (remember I have 4 extra daycare kids). Not my fault people think i've overpopulated the city all by myself. I had to tell one lady because, no doubt, the poor lady was about to pass out when I told her I had 4 kids at school, while I had all the babies, and toddler, with me. Things are going great with the daycare though. Almost couldn't ask for better. One little boy wasn't happy all day today, I have no clue why, but we managed and got through the day.
My kids are busy busy busy. With soccer, swimming, track and feild and trying to have a life in there somewhere, there isn't much other time.
We had a huge scare with hubby loosing his job. Thankfully he got it back in a different position before the start date for loosing it kicked in. It's nerve racking not knowing what's happening.
Hope all my friends are doing well, Jobthingy not sure if i'm glad i'm here with you learning to drive. Hope that goes well for you.
Wednesday, April 4, 2007
Party Time
Well ok it isn't really party time for 2 more months but I'm starting to think about what to do for Timothy's 1st birthday. Also thinking about what to get him. Clowns are always fun and there will be lots of older kids there, and in older I mean 4-8 year olds. Great age for it. I've been slowly gathering stuff for loot bags as well, stuff that if it doesn't get used can always be recycled to the next party. I love having parties for the kids!!!!! Guess I really should call the community center and see if they have an opening for his party. I would love to have it at my house but the beginning of June the weather could be gorgeous or shitty. I have that same problem for a September party, no saying what way the weather will flip.
The guest list has gotten rather large so maybe I will have the family in for cake on his birthday and then have everyone else come to the other party, my mom of course will be invited to both seeing she was with me when I delivered him. Time to figure all this out. It shouldn't be hard but hubbies work is still screwing around with things and who knows what's happening there.
They got notice of one thing and then the union person calls and says they are trying something else and I just want answers, is that really too much to ask for? I just want to know if he will be working still and how much he will be working. That will play a huge factor in what happens around here and how hard I try to get another preschool child for daycare. I hate the unknown.
The guest list has gotten rather large so maybe I will have the family in for cake on his birthday and then have everyone else come to the other party, my mom of course will be invited to both seeing she was with me when I delivered him. Time to figure all this out. It shouldn't be hard but hubbies work is still screwing around with things and who knows what's happening there.
They got notice of one thing and then the union person calls and says they are trying something else and I just want answers, is that really too much to ask for? I just want to know if he will be working still and how much he will be working. That will play a huge factor in what happens around here and how hard I try to get another preschool child for daycare. I hate the unknown.
Saturday, March 31, 2007
Pampers coupon in Brandsavers
Here's to hoping someone gets the brandsavers coupon guide this weekend and doesn't need the pampers coupons in it. I would love to take them off your hands.
We got bad news this week from hubby's work and he is laid off on April 26th. He said he will take part time but it's less shifts and no benefits which really SUCKS, especially because we are a family. We always find a way to manage, as hard as it gets at times, so I know somehow we will come out on top and survive. Just a waiting game until more full times open. Downside is that there are a few people above him in seniority who also got the cut, like my mom. She is on a cruise though and doesn't know that she is layed off. Sucky way to come home and find that out, and I know she'll ask when she arrives home, I have her notice here so I think i'll give her the envelope as she drops me off. She is a strong lady and I know she will be alright too as she will also tell them to put her in the part time pool (above hubby though as she has more hours). Cutting hours like this sure sucks. I use her van when she is working and now it won't be anything consistant, which will make swimming lessons hard because I know she won't want to work every Friday. At least Brad can take Friday and Mondays off now. I can go back to my program which I miss very much!!!!!! It helps keep me sane in all this chaos.
We got bad news this week from hubby's work and he is laid off on April 26th. He said he will take part time but it's less shifts and no benefits which really SUCKS, especially because we are a family. We always find a way to manage, as hard as it gets at times, so I know somehow we will come out on top and survive. Just a waiting game until more full times open. Downside is that there are a few people above him in seniority who also got the cut, like my mom. She is on a cruise though and doesn't know that she is layed off. Sucky way to come home and find that out, and I know she'll ask when she arrives home, I have her notice here so I think i'll give her the envelope as she drops me off. She is a strong lady and I know she will be alright too as she will also tell them to put her in the part time pool (above hubby though as she has more hours). Cutting hours like this sure sucks. I use her van when she is working and now it won't be anything consistant, which will make swimming lessons hard because I know she won't want to work every Friday. At least Brad can take Friday and Mondays off now. I can go back to my program which I miss very much!!!!!! It helps keep me sane in all this chaos.
Monday, March 19, 2007
What a fun week!!!!
We had a great March Break. It started by watching Alex's team be defeated and not caring that they were. Those boys were out on the soccer feild to have fun, not to win the tournament. They came off with smiles, proud that they played hard and had a great time. After soccer ended for the season Alex went trucking. My little trucker loves when he goes with his Granddad on the big truck. They saluted a friend as they drove by and it was greatly appreciated. No matter how old you get, as long as you are a kid at heart you can appreciate when someone blows the horn as they drive by.
Tuesday we went to wallyworld to pick up a few things and stopped at the mall on the way home to eat. It was a hot day out so the kids got muddy in the back yard. Although we didn't get much snow, we did get enough to make mud, lol.
We went swimming at a free swim and it seems that I have yet another fish when it comes to water. Timothy couldn't get enough of the pool, after about an hour in the warm water though he started getting sleepy so it was time to get out, before we left the building he was fast asleep in the stroller again. This was Wednesday. Alex also got home this evening.
Thursday we wandered to the mall to get some things we needed.
Friday the big kids went to the library while the little kids went to breakfast buddies. Free breakfast, crafts and playtime for the morning. Can't complain about that. In the afternoon we had a couple extra friends that the kids wanted invited over. They made ice cream sundae's and had so much fun playing. Definately have to do that again. They had soooooo much fun.
Saturday we went to the mall to see the clowns after the farmers market. They did wonderful face painting and I would love to call them for Timothy's birthday party. We picked daddy up from work and slowly wandered home.
Sunday we went to church, went to timmies for lunch, walked to daddy's work, went to wallyworld again to buy the kids shoes and came home.
Today they WENT BACK TO SCHOOL and we've been taking it easy at home. I'm very tired and hoping that the tiredness goes away soon. Timothy wants to be cuddled all night, which I love, but that means no sleep for mom.
Tuesday we went to wallyworld to pick up a few things and stopped at the mall on the way home to eat. It was a hot day out so the kids got muddy in the back yard. Although we didn't get much snow, we did get enough to make mud, lol.
We went swimming at a free swim and it seems that I have yet another fish when it comes to water. Timothy couldn't get enough of the pool, after about an hour in the warm water though he started getting sleepy so it was time to get out, before we left the building he was fast asleep in the stroller again. This was Wednesday. Alex also got home this evening.
Thursday we wandered to the mall to get some things we needed.
Friday the big kids went to the library while the little kids went to breakfast buddies. Free breakfast, crafts and playtime for the morning. Can't complain about that. In the afternoon we had a couple extra friends that the kids wanted invited over. They made ice cream sundae's and had so much fun playing. Definately have to do that again. They had soooooo much fun.
Saturday we went to the mall to see the clowns after the farmers market. They did wonderful face painting and I would love to call them for Timothy's birthday party. We picked daddy up from work and slowly wandered home.
Sunday we went to church, went to timmies for lunch, walked to daddy's work, went to wallyworld again to buy the kids shoes and came home.
Today they WENT BACK TO SCHOOL and we've been taking it easy at home. I'm very tired and hoping that the tiredness goes away soon. Timothy wants to be cuddled all night, which I love, but that means no sleep for mom.
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
Still Alive
I figure I should make sure peoople know i'm still alive, it's been quite awhile since I last blogged. After this week though no guarantees because of March Break. I have a house extra full all week and it will end up with 9 kids here Friday, I have ALL the kids coming. That will be fun though.
The weather went up for a couple days, a wonderful 15 outside right now. The house is open and airing out again. The kids had a blast outside all afternoon. 2 of the kids are off to daycare with my biggest kid, hehe. I'll be on more later.
The weather went up for a couple days, a wonderful 15 outside right now. The house is open and airing out again. The kids had a blast outside all afternoon. 2 of the kids are off to daycare with my biggest kid, hehe. I'll be on more later.
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