Day Camp

So AJ had day camp this weekend for Cub Scouts and is now trained to kill or mame is 4 different ways. J/K. But he was able to shoot a BB Gun (which he is desperately and vainly trying acquire from us) and shoot a regulation Bow and Arrow. Up until now, it's only been NERF or the suction cup arrows. He had a great time and was able to meet a very handsome hero. Veeeery handsome.

Flashback Friday....next generation

Ok so I totally remember doing this when I was little. AJ wanted to try sucking up helium and talking. The look of shock on AJ's face when I said sure, followed by a "REALLY????" was funny in and of itself. He was a little hesitant at first to actually go thru with it but with some good peer pressure by his "Parentals" he gave in. Way to go---way to give into pressure. Should that worry me????? Anyway here's the little video from AJ's experience with helium. (Ignore the total man-mom voice---I've been a little under the weather!!!)

Favorite Quotes

So I got this at the end of an email and it made me laugh out loud! What are some funny quotes you have seen?
"Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way, when you criticize them, you're a mile away and you have their shoes."

Let the Games Begin....

Today was the boys' first soccer game of the spring 2008 season. This is AJ's 6th season and Alex's first. We had so much fun cheering them on. Off to a great start! Enjoy the video!

Flashback Friday--a cute one

Ok so I was looking through my MILLIONS of pictures trying to decide what to do for FBF--and came across these preschool graduation pictures of the boys. They made me smile and I hope they make you smile too. Note they are wearing the same tie! (nice thing about two boys together--hand-me downs!!)

Some Cleaning Tips....

I got this in a cute email, thought I would share the wealth...

The way I clean house!

Dirt: Layers of dirty film on windows and screens provide a helpful filter against harmful and aging rays from the sun. Call it an SPF factor of 15 and leave it alone.

Cobwebs: Cobwebs artfully draped over lampshades reduce the glare from the bulb, thereby creating a romantic atmosphere. If your husband points out that the light fixtures need dusting, simply look confused and exclaim, "What? And spoil the mood?" (I just throw glitter on them &call them holiday decorations).

Pet Hair: Explain the mound of pet hair brushed up against the doorways by claiming you are collecting it there to use for stuffing hand-sewn play animals for underprivileged children. (Also keeps out cold drafts in winter).

Guests: If unexpected company is coming, pile everything unsightly into one room and close the door. As you show your guests through your tidy home, rattle the door knob vigorously, fake a growl, and say, "I'd love you to see our den, but Fluffy hates to be disturbed, and the shots are SO expensive."

Dusting: If dusting is REALLY out of control, simply place a showy urn on the coffee table and insist, "This is where Grandma wanted us to scatter her ashes."

Painting: Don't bother repainting. Simply scribble lightly over a dirty wall with an assortment of crayons and try to muster a glint of tears as you say, "Junior did this when he was 3 years old, and I haven't had the heart to clean it."

General Cleaning: Mix one-quarter cup pine-scented household cleaner with four cups of water in a spray bottle. Mist the air lightly. Leave dampened rags in conspicuous locations. Develop an exhausted look, throw yourself on the couch, and sigh, "I clean and I clean, and I still don't get anywhere." As a last resort, light the oven, throw a teaspoon of cinnamon in a pie pan, turn off oven and explain that you have been baking cookies for a bake sale for a favorite charity and haven't had time to clean...Works every time.

If the house is clean, the computer has crashed.

Big News.....

As if you can't tell from the title----were PREGNANT!! Yikes--I am too old for this!