tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post1200443636442951158..comments2024-03-22T14:46:37.849-04:00Comments on A Fly on Our (Chicken Coop) Wall: TToT Week 123. Of Course I'm Going to Mention Soccer!Christinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-61800124188654278452015-10-28T01:11:50.360-04:002015-10-28T01:11:50.360-04:00I clicked on your link in #5. Those signs made me...I clicked on your link in #5. Those signs made me laugh. So funny. Thank you for sharing those. Yes, it is any sign of improvement a mother hopes to see. Perfection may be hoped for, but is just not realistic. Your kids will get a laugh from seeing their signs when they have kids of their own. I'm glad you've been able to have dinner together as a family lately. It's a good time to catch up on what happened in their lives that day!Pat Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00760779673175109204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-71194404096940064532015-10-27T23:42:53.692-04:002015-10-27T23:42:53.692-04:00Your first two thankfuls are on my list as well. G...Your first two thankfuls are on my list as well. Great minds... :)<br />I'm spoiled by living in a small town, because David's office is exactly one mile from our house, and we usually have lunch once a week or so. In fact, I have been known to text him on stressful mornings and ask him to run by the convenience store and bring me a big ol' diet coke, and it only takes him about 15 minutes to do the whole errand.<br />Dyanne @ I Want Backsieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04946323852124525597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-59165334707388660622015-10-26T08:30:58.708-04:002015-10-26T08:30:58.708-04:00We were! I read your question on FB about which Or...We were! I read your question on FB about which Orlando attraction to visit as I was packing to leave. I wish we could have gotten together!<br /><br />We've had Kindles break before, and they were good about replacing it the first year. After 4, I'm thinking they will simply give me a discount on a new one. I'll be calling to see, though. Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-34155568432047944122015-10-26T08:28:28.707-04:002015-10-26T08:28:28.707-04:00The kids take up almost all of our evening and wee...The kids take up almost all of our evening and weekend time, so this will be a great way for the two of us to get some time to ourselves. We're looking forward to it. :)Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-79028553878205652892015-10-26T08:27:13.188-04:002015-10-26T08:27:13.188-04:00The kids had loads of fun last night. After paintb...The kids had loads of fun last night. After paintball, they were transported to church, where a Mass was said just for them, then they headed outside for dinner around a bonfire. My kids were hesitant to go until they heard so many kids from other churches talking about it at school. I love that our area has such a strong Catholic presence, so the parishes can pool their resources to do big, fun events for lots of kids. <br /><br />It's pretty pointless to be pro-life without actually doing things to promote life. Glad to hear you and Zilla volunteer for a similar place. They do such wonderful things for women.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-34234870939999899512015-10-26T08:23:45.289-04:002015-10-26T08:23:45.289-04:00An exciting weekend at least! :)
This is the 4th ...An exciting weekend at least! :)<br /><br />This is the 4th or 5th year that they've had a Halloween practice. The kids and coaches have a blast with it.<br /><br />Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-91450465368451166792015-10-26T08:22:57.370-04:002015-10-26T08:22:57.370-04:00Ha! That would annoy me, too. I haven't tried ...Ha! That would annoy me, too. I haven't tried reading a book on my phone. My phone is about 4 years old, and small, so I'm thinking reading a book on it wouldn't be much fun.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-32019313110051481542015-10-26T08:21:32.334-04:002015-10-26T08:21:32.334-04:00Seriously? That would be nice!
I tried the reboot...Seriously? That would be nice!<br /><br />I tried the reboot a couple of times. No luck. Thanks for the ideas, though!<br /><br />Teens most certainly have their challenging moments. Fortunately, we are in a pretty good phase right now. Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-18201888434057747872015-10-26T08:20:13.016-04:002015-10-26T08:20:13.016-04:00Ha! When I wrote it, it never crossed my mind that...Ha! When I wrote it, it never crossed my mind that it sounded like paintball and Mass were together! :) Consecutive activities! <br /><br />I'm looking forward to having lunch with him, for sure. Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-43867665702522349672015-10-26T08:19:05.164-04:002015-10-26T08:19:05.164-04:00Glad to hear it. Hope that great weather stretches...Glad to hear it. Hope that great weather stretches on out for weeks and weeks more.<br /><br />You are spot on. I get bored with things easily, so variety is the best kind of work for me!<br /><br />Ha! Time is moving fast, I know. I'm not a fan, but denial will only make it worse, my friend!Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-80020056496975977382015-10-26T08:17:38.944-04:002015-10-26T08:17:38.944-04:00While I do enjoy watching their games, and I know ...While I do enjoy watching their games, and I know they love playing, it is nice to have a break and just relax at home.<br /><br />It is a wonderful charity doing some wonderful work. Saying I'm pro-life is one thing, but I have to be pro-life in action, too, or it doesn't really mean much.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-83405428806635152372015-10-26T08:15:39.801-04:002015-10-26T08:15:39.801-04:00Thank you, Diana! I love that my kids enjoy playin...Thank you, Diana! I love that my kids enjoy playing sports, and I so enjoy watching them play, but man, it is tiring! The down time is marvelous.<br /><br />I am so sorry to hear about your daughter's friend. That is just tragic. I'll keep your daughter and her friend's family in my prayers.<br /><br />Congratulations on landing that job! <br /><br />And so you know, rambling is always welcome. :)Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-29427918254621782015-10-26T08:13:13.593-04:002015-10-26T08:13:13.593-04:00Ha! Paintball and THEN Mass. :) I love #10, too. ...Ha! Paintball and THEN Mass. :) I love #10, too. :)<br /><br />Really, my days while the kids are at school are quiet and mostly boring. It's once school is over that the crazy begins! But at least I'm well-rested for it. :)Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-70169897505310078342015-10-26T08:11:57.086-04:002015-10-26T08:11:57.086-04:00I'm really looking forward to volunteering the...I'm really looking forward to volunteering there, and it will give me the excuse to go downtown to meet Bryan. Win/win as far as I can see!<br /><br />The days are filled, but not to an excess. I'm getting used to the quiet house and the ability to do errands without helpers.<br /><br />Thank you!Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-3570215715515613212015-10-26T08:09:50.540-04:002015-10-26T08:09:50.540-04:00I am so sorry to hear about Little Bit. It will ta...I am so sorry to hear about Little Bit. It will take a while for the pain to ease up some. It's ok to mourn.<br /><br />Thank you. :)Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-84660082384049922712015-10-26T08:08:48.680-04:002015-10-26T08:08:48.680-04:00It's been on my mind a lot lately that I need ...It's been on my mind a lot lately that I need to take charge of my time, or it will be eaten up by things I'm not excited to do. Volunteering at St. E's makes me happy. <br /><br />Funny how kids from the same parents can be so very different. Turken is a last minute kid, but Giant is not, by any means. One of the hardest parts of parenting so many kids is figuring out what works best for each kid, 'cause one size most certainly does not fit all!<br /><br />I really hope your coming week has far fewer blocked toilets. Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-54191209494355044722015-10-26T08:05:33.143-04:002015-10-26T08:05:33.143-04:00Ha! You aren't the only one, it seems. After t...Ha! You aren't the only one, it seems. After they did the paintball thing, they were transported to a local church, where the priest (who actually paintballed with them) said a Mass for just the 40 or so kids in attendance. They then went outside for a bonfire and dinner. :)Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-6587562563218439672015-10-25T22:39:35.624-04:002015-10-25T22:39:35.624-04:00I think we were in Florida at the same time (WEEP)...I think we were in Florida at the same time (WEEP) although we flew in, went to Legoland, and then to Anna Maria Island for the week and only went to Magic Kingdom the day we flew home (Saturday the 17th) and didn't do it right. I wish I'd have caught up with you there. <br />"They" may replace your Kindle. I had something similar with an old iPod and they gave me the newest of the newest greatest, free....Kristi Campbellhttp://www.findingninee.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-10501563023674137782015-10-25T22:01:58.388-04:002015-10-25T22:01:58.388-04:00I whole-heartedly support the lunch date plan. It...I whole-heartedly support the lunch date plan. It really does something wonderful for the relationship to carve out a little special time.Mayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03485338098212307793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-5956317577092789192015-10-25T21:48:04.417-04:002015-10-25T21:48:04.417-04:00Paintball plus Mass...now there's one I haven&...Paintball plus Mass...now there's one I haven't heard before! But I love that the archdiocese is doing events like that for young people - it's so important to keep them active and engaged with the church. I love the St. Elizabeth's services - not quite the same, but in the same vein as the Mary's Shelter Zilla and I volunteer for. Any help for women in these circumstances is good help. <br />Have a great week!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-82527804845468920262015-10-25T21:30:00.512-04:002015-10-25T21:30:00.512-04:00Sounds like you have had an exciting week! Hallow...Sounds like you have had an exciting week! Halloween practice for Turken sounds both novel and great for the kidsAmish we had Halloween here.Michelle Liewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07467728821417382306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-71819517045303003812015-10-25T19:21:09.215-04:002015-10-25T19:21:09.215-04:00I have the kindle app on my phone and read my kind...I have the kindle app on my phone and read my kindle books there. I'll admit I get pretty annoyed if someone calls when I'm reading though, since phonecalls close the book up on me. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17664909801454351135noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-70385280493739259292015-10-25T18:38:06.283-04:002015-10-25T18:38:06.283-04:00You might take your Kindle in to the Barnes and No...You might take your Kindle in to the Barnes and Noble store. I hear they do repair them for free...I also heard that if you hold down the "on" button, you can get a reboot, and it works, but for mine, it is now a constant process to get it to charge. Glad you are enjoying the teen years, it can be a challenge.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-49443207012342962602015-10-25T12:08:29.369-04:002015-10-25T12:08:29.369-04:00Paintball Mass sounds interesting... James would l...Paintball Mass sounds interesting... James would love this LOL ! sounds like a lovely week and a great commitment at St. Elizabeth have fun with Bryan at lunch when you can meet him...:) have a great week.Marisa Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09818816716586417433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-78816723809347778042015-10-25T11:05:22.775-04:002015-10-25T11:05:22.775-04:00…we're enjoying similar weather.
You'll su...…we're enjoying similar weather.<br />You'll surely enjoy the volunteer work, so much variety, so many different people, so many problems needing solving. (I won't say anything more than, 'you're a natural for the kind of environment you describe).<br />Halloween!?! next thing you'll be doing is telling us about Christmas shopping! ayiie where is my Burlap Bag of Denial?!!Clark Farleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03606902779389446947noreply@blogger.com