I really have NO wisdom for today, just thought I would tease you with that. 1.  We’re so proud of Jacob, who is finishing up his second semester of piano.  He really has a knack for it, despite his small hands.  And he loves the challenge. 2.  Pops (Steve) found a slug to show the…

to my easy baby? He’ll only take 30-minute naps.  Is wailing if not given attention.  Is requiring us to bounce/walk/talk/sing/coo/and all-but-hang-upside-down-from-the-ceiling in the evenings.  I hope this is temporary! I’m still singing from last week’s trip to see WICKED.  My mom and I were giddy with excitement and thrilled with the show.  And I think…

**EDITED AGAIN!:  Since this blog is all about counting our blessings, I thought I would share this on the heels of my last "edit".  Our neighbors right across the street had their trampoline picked up and thrown into their neighbors backyard (up and over the fence) and then into their window.  Now I know how…

1.  For the third year in a row, I am exhausted every other day, because I stay up to watch THIS. 2.  I found out yesterday that I live on one of the most dangerous stretches of road in the metroplex.  Although, it didn’t take a news story to tell me.  A young pregnant teacher…

It’s been 4 months since this little guy graced us with his presence.  And I have loved every minute of it.  He’s batting at toys this week and trying to "catch" them.  He’s giggling.  And for the first time, he’s crying when frightened.  The guys were singing loudly the other day and he wailed in…

Dear Family and Friends of the Smith Family: I would like to, first off, apologize to you.  It is my understanding that you have been made to suffer when convening at the Smith home for several years.  This suffering has caused you to avoid the Smith home on important holidays…like New Years and Thanksgiving.  It…

I’m sitting on my couch, curled up with my laptop, listening to the thunder and pouring rain.  It’s been coming down all day.  And the poor weatherman must be exhausted.  It’s one of the cooler springs I can remember, which is nice considering how hot we’ll get this summer.  It’s also one of the most…

I wish it were Sunday. Cuz that’s my Funday. (I used to love the Bangles). All of my craziness from the previous week has ended, and I have a slower week this week, thank goodness.  Had a fun lunch here on Friday, with chinese chicken salad and La Madeline’s tomato basil soup.  Had a dinner…

1. Jacob is home sick today.  Poor guy.  NEVER gets sick, thankfully.  Except for today.  Fever.  Just wants to sit and watch tv.  And get hugs.  And say things like "Caleb is really nice, Mom."  Maybe he should get sick more often!  Just kidding. He is not really into mom-approved cartoons anymore.  He was requesting…

BUSY!  Sometimes I miss the pace of bed-rest. 🙂 1.  Finishing the PTA scrapbook for my deadline on Saturday. 2.  Baking cookies for a church event tomorrow night. 3.  Hosting a lunch for 5 ladies and 6 kids here on Friday. 4.  Hosting a "Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner" for 4 couples on Sat night.…