The Light family has survived the stomach flu.
It wasn't the valley of the shadow of death, but I thought I might die.
No, not really.
But almost.
Here's the story:
Asa puked at a restaurant Friday night. The waitress asked if he had been acting sick. Right, like we would go out to eat expecting a child to throw up. Asa was sick through the night, his last episode happening around 10:00 Saturday morning.
By Saturday night, everyone seemed fine. The boys were wrestling around. We decided to go to church Sunday morning.
Sunday night we had friends over for pizza. Still, everyone is fine.
Early Monday morning (3:30) it hit me. "I shouldn't have eaten so much pizza."
Nope, this wasn't caused by pizza. It was not pretty.
On Monday, James stayed home from work. Reuben was a trooper. He slept so much. I wasn't sure how I was going to feed him but it worked out fine.
Judah woke up around 8:00 and started throwing up. Fun. Our living room was covered with blankets and towels.
I was feeling better by noon, but still tired and with a blaring headache.
James started feeling funny Monday afternoon. He was puking, etc. by evening. All day Tuesday his whole body hurt. Poor guy.
I think we're all well now. I hope!
Here are my observations:
Kids take sickness much better than adults. They asked for food and tried to play just after getting sick.
We really need to get rid of this carpet. And we will. We're planning to rip it up starting next week and refinish the hard wood floor under it.
It was about time to get out all of our towels and blankets and wash them. Who doesn't do that every spring?
I am thankful for our friends and family who offered their prayers and support.
I wish the American Red Cross would have come to take care of us.
And I hope we don't get sick again for 5 years!
Or 10.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Friday, May 20, 2011
Time is On My Side
Yes it is.
Preschool is over. I'm back to being a stay-at-home-mom. I am in complete control of my schedule.
Now, don't get me wrong. I really liked my job. It was fun having something to do every week and using my skills as a teacher. The boys loved going to school and learning with their friends.
But it is a relief to have a clear slate.
I have a million things on my so-called to-do list.
On a side note, this funny thing happens every time I kiss Reuben's cheek. He smiles! I love it.
One more thing, read my husband's blog. It's fun.
Preschool is over. I'm back to being a stay-at-home-mom. I am in complete control of my schedule.
Now, don't get me wrong. I really liked my job. It was fun having something to do every week and using my skills as a teacher. The boys loved going to school and learning with their friends.
But it is a relief to have a clear slate.
I have a million things on my so-called to-do list.
- pay bills
- clean the house
- make granola bars
- organize the basement (this alone is a 3-week project)
- play at the park
- work in the yard (another multi-week job)
- write a blog
- clean out my hard-drive
On a side note, this funny thing happens every time I kiss Reuben's cheek. He smiles! I love it.
One more thing, read my husband's blog. It's fun.
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Sunday School Craft
Today James and I were asking Asa about his day at church.
What did you learn?
What was your story?
Asa didn't have many answers. He did finally tell us that they talked about talking to God.
Then we asked about the craft.
James: What was your craft today?
Asa: I don't know.
James: You had a cup. What did you put in the cup?
Asa: Dirt.
James: And then what?
Asa: Seed.
James: And what's going to happen?
Asa: Flower.
He was very matter-of-fact. No extra details and it was so cute!
Now I can't wait to see our flowers grow!
What did you learn?
What was your story?
Asa didn't have many answers. He did finally tell us that they talked about talking to God.
Then we asked about the craft.
James: What was your craft today?
Asa: I don't know.
James: You had a cup. What did you put in the cup?
Asa: Dirt.
James: And then what?
Asa: Seed.
James: And what's going to happen?
Asa: Flower.
He was very matter-of-fact. No extra details and it was so cute!
Now I can't wait to see our flowers grow!
Friday, February 25, 2011
Handkerchief
According to Webster, a handkerchief is "a small usually square piece of cloth used for personal purposes (as blowing the nose) or as a clothing accessory."
It is also known as a handkercher, hankie, kerchief and probably other names.
It is usually made of cotton, cotton-synthetic blends, silk or linen.
Now what do people use hankies for?
These days we usually see them in suit coat pockets or around someone's neck or head.
Back in the day, a handkerchief was just used to blow your nose.
Many people had a special design or their initials embroidered on them.
Today we have disposable handkerchiefs.
AKA Kleenexes.
Did you know that were originally intended to be used to remove make-up? When people started using them to blow their nose, Kleenex changed their marketing. Brilliant!
Back to handkerchiefs. (Such a long word.)
My dad used handkerchiefs.
He had 2 kinds: good and every day.
Those terms actually described all of our clothes, good or every-day.
You wore good clothes to town.
Every-day clothes were for, well, every day. They were older clothes that could get splashed with hog manure and still be OK.
It wasn't until I was in college that I realized everyone doesn't categorize their clothes this way. Who knew?
Back to handkerchiefs.
I remember being out in the middle of a pasture and needing to blow my nose. No disposables in my pocket so I would resort to dad's hankie.
Sometimes you would be lucky and it would be un-used.
Other times, not so lucky.
Gross.
It was always tricky trying to find a dry spot on the hankie.
Ewwwww.
Then one day I learned how to "farmer blow."
Plug one nostril and blow, all the while watching out that your snot doesn't get on your clothes.
And if it does, that's actually OK since there's probably some pig manure already on your leg.
My dad always had a handkerchief in his pocket.
They were useful for a number of things, not just blowing your nose.
Sometimes James carries a handkerchief, but he uses them to wipe sweat off his face.
No snot there.
It's a cute little accessory, really. Perhaps we should bring them back.
It is also known as a handkercher, hankie, kerchief and probably other names.
It is usually made of cotton, cotton-synthetic blends, silk or linen.
Now what do people use hankies for?
These days we usually see them in suit coat pockets or around someone's neck or head.
Back in the day, a handkerchief was just used to blow your nose.
Many people had a special design or their initials embroidered on them.
Today we have disposable handkerchiefs.
AKA Kleenexes.
Did you know that were originally intended to be used to remove make-up? When people started using them to blow their nose, Kleenex changed their marketing. Brilliant!
Back to handkerchiefs. (Such a long word.)
My dad used handkerchiefs.
He had 2 kinds: good and every day.
Those terms actually described all of our clothes, good or every-day.
You wore good clothes to town.
Every-day clothes were for, well, every day. They were older clothes that could get splashed with hog manure and still be OK.
It wasn't until I was in college that I realized everyone doesn't categorize their clothes this way. Who knew?
Back to handkerchiefs.
I remember being out in the middle of a pasture and needing to blow my nose. No disposables in my pocket so I would resort to dad's hankie.
Sometimes you would be lucky and it would be un-used.
Other times, not so lucky.
Gross.
It was always tricky trying to find a dry spot on the hankie.
Ewwwww.
Then one day I learned how to "farmer blow."
Plug one nostril and blow, all the while watching out that your snot doesn't get on your clothes.
And if it does, that's actually OK since there's probably some pig manure already on your leg.
My dad always had a handkerchief in his pocket.
They were useful for a number of things, not just blowing your nose.
Sometimes James carries a handkerchief, but he uses them to wipe sweat off his face.
No snot there.
It's a cute little accessory, really. Perhaps we should bring them back.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Scroll
Scroll down. There's a post about Asa's birthday. It's published with the date from the day it was started.
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Hi Ho! Cherry-O
Tonight Asa asked to play a game and we picked Hi Ho! Cherry-O.
(Ages 3+)
It's a great game.
There were 3 players: Jodi (28), Asa (4) & Judah (2).
The players 3+ did a great job!
The player under 3, not so much.
I had to hold Judah's hands down to keep him from moving cherries around or spinning when it wasn't his turn.
But we are learning how to count.
And how to take turns!
(Ages 3+)
It's a great game.
There were 3 players: Jodi (28), Asa (4) & Judah (2).
The players 3+ did a great job!
The player under 3, not so much.
I had to hold Judah's hands down to keep him from moving cherries around or spinning when it wasn't his turn.
But we are learning how to count.
And how to take turns!
Friday, February 18, 2011
My Groundhog
Do I really have a 4-year-old?Asa's birthday was a great day! It snowed 13 inches the day before his birthday and James was able to stay home from work. We celebrated all day long! Scones for breakfast, Horton Hears a Who for entertainment, new toys to play with and a special dinner from McDonald's!
Over the weekend we had a birthday party for Asa. He had about a million friends over. I loved seeing all of them play, make crafts, help open presents! It was great!
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