First day of school

This is a picture of chloe on her way to the tough world of pre school. It is also my first mobile blog post..... We were both so excited!

I want some of these drugs!

Last night I heard Caitlyn laughing her head off watching this video. The poor kid is gonna be famous. I want the drugs he was on.

My kids are my Emmy!

When I hear people say they are blessed, it reminds me of someone winning an Emmy and saying "I want to thank God and my family". It all seems superficial.

But, then there are days like today when I realize how lucky I am to have a job, able to take online classes for my masters, and have a wonderful family.

Tonight I was online for my class and could not tuck the kids in. After I logged off from class, my routine usually consists of going into their rooms, covering them up, kissing them, and taking a minute to appreciate how lucky we are to have them in our lives. Yes, even though the house is like a circus and I feel my time with them is all about saying no and yelling...

But tonight I did not see Chloe in her room. She snuck into Stephens room to cuddle and they fell asleep. I took this picture to capture the moment. It's not as cute as the real thing, but will help me remember no matter how much they fight, they love each other.

So now I understand what feeling blessed is like. Now if only I could win an Emmy!

Ringling Brothers Circus

Stephen and I went with the Cub Scouts to the circus. It's been 12 years since I visited the circus. Last time, an elephant slipped on poop and fell to the floor. Kathi and Caitlyn were not to excited I took them and that made it even worse.....

When I was growing up, I wanted to go to clown college and join the circus, I remember being in middle school and wishing I could run away to th circus. As an adult, I could not recall where that passion came from. But, after tonight I know why. It was a great experience.

Stephen yelled, danced, and clapped. I have never seen such a huge smile on his face. When I asked him what he liked best he said "I don't know, it is all awesome". Stephen does not get excited or show pure joy often. I don't know what was better the show or turning to see Stephen about to burst open with excitement. I think that was why I wanted to join the circus as a kid. The power and gift to bring joy to someone for a few hours no matter what their situation is....

The show has change a lot and every bit of it was pure entertainment. I am trying to figure out a way to tell Kathi, I want to change careers :)

On another note, Stephen saved $17 over the past 2 months and took it to the circus. As he shopped for a toy, he realized how expensive it was and told me, he wanted to go to Walmart and buy something because everything was so expensive. I was proud to see at such a young age he is starting to understand the value of money.

January Photos

Happenings this month:

• We had a small snow storm so the kids were out almost a week...
• Chloe turned 4
  
• Kathi and I acted like grown ups and saw the play "Rent"
• My classes for my Masters started. Less time to devote to the blog and photos
  
• Kathi is looking for FT work
  

Other then that January was full of work and school activities.

Click here are a few picutres
Few birthday and snow videos will be uploaded soon