So that title just about sums up what we've been up to. August is a very busy birthday month for us, and my birthday is today. I'm 40 years old, though I don't know that I feel it. Paul is taking us out to dinner tonight for my birthday, and then to the mall for me to spend some of my birthday money. I might also run out this afternoon with the kids and get a couple of things I've been wanting. And as much as the kids would love a day off, we are doing our lessons today.
We're getting into the grove of lessons, though I am finding I don't have as much time to blog. But I think that will change starting next week. My nephew is moving back home this Friday , and so for the past couple of weeks, he's been over almost every night, trying to spend time with the kids and us before he leaves. Last night was the last night he'll be here, and he was sweet and brought us pizza. We are going to miss his game nights over here.
So between birthdays, gone over the weekend, getting back into the grove of lessons and constant company, I just haven't had as much time online. Paul and I were talking about how busy we have been, and we both realized, starting next week we are going to slow down tremendously. Then we'll be complaining we have nothing to do.
Our lessons have been going great. We are getting finished usually right after lunch. I'm thinking the flow I wrote out is going well. We've even done some things in the mornings, and finished up our work in the afternoon. That has always been a hard thing for me. If we left in the morning, I wouldn't want to do the work in the afternoon, but so far I'm getting better with that. Paulie's reading is going great and Sarah's math is off the charts, it's all been a blessing. I truly pray that it continues this way.
So much has been swirling through my mind lately, it's hard to put it all into words. I'm not going to try here, because it will be way too long. Some of it is deep, some light hearted and some just some different directions the Lord is taking us all. I'm not sure exactly what I'll publish and what I'll write for just myself. But if I sound more rambling than normal, you'll know why.
Oh, after my last update on Emily, Sarah's friend, another one came in, so here it is. She was burned over 62% of her body, but only 40% is 3rd degree burns. She had cotton clothes on, so that helped her not get burned as bad as other types of material. She had her first surgery on Monday. We haven't heard anything else since Monday, and we are waiting for updates. Thanks again for all your prayers.
I guess that's about it. A quick rundown of what we've been up too, and why I haven't been on in a while. Like I said, starting this weekend into next week I should have some more time. I'll try and take some pictures of the fun things I buy with my birthday money. Have a blessed week.
I'll be 40 in February, so we are very close in age. It sounds like you have a fun day planned. Shopping sounds appealing to me. I haven't been in a store in ages (except the grocery).
I'm glad to hear school is getting off to such a great start. I hope things continue to go well for you and yours.
Yes, I was just telling Roger today that with this new Homeschool Memoirs thing, it makes it "just right" for me to blog TWO times a week--no more--on Wednesdays and then on Fridays with S&T. I can go visit folks, catch up, post, and have this "Blogging without Obligation" mentality. :-)
I think that will help me feel less pressured. Because as you know, I have a bunch of other blogs to update, especially now that my publisher put my Circle C blog in the back of my new book, I really think I should keep that one pretty active!
Many happy returns on the day of thy birth
May sunshine & gladness be given
May the Lord in His mercy prepare you on Earth
For a happier birthday in Heaven!
Happy Birthday (again!!!) I'm glad things are going well! Sounds like a lot has been happening. I'm glad your going to get a chance to catch your breath. :)
This blog is so I can share my journey with the Lord, my journey as a wife and mother, and my journey as a homeschool mom. I pray that you will see the Lord in my life through happy and sad times, and that this blog glorifies the Lord.
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Paul is taking us out to dinner tonight for my birthday, and then to the mall for me to spend some of my birthday money. 
I might also run out this afternoon with the kids and get a couple of things I've been wanting. And as much as the kids would love a day off, we are doing our lessons today.
, and so for the past couple of weeks, he's been over almost every night, trying to spend time with the kids and us before he leaves. Last night was the last night he'll be here, and he was sweet and brought us pizza. We are going to miss his game nights over here.
That has always been a hard thing for me. If we left in the morning, I wouldn't want to do the work in the afternoon, but so far I'm getting better with that. Paulie's reading is going great and Sarah's math is off the charts, it's all been a blessing. I truly pray that it continues this way.
