A new Day

So,

this is a breakthrough, i am not posting any pictures with this blog!! wow. let's see how i do.

Lately life has been busy for me, a lot of new 'programs' starting, or appointments to make and go to. I began a low impact exercise class at my church on tuesdays; babysitting provided for just a dollar and good friends to talk to. I really enjoyed it, and need it. My body isn't getting the same exercise that i had with Julia in my belly, and i could use the natural endorphins. (it has turned into a grumpy week)

Dentist appointment numero uno took place this week as well. 2 cavities filled....2 more to go. bla. I don't mind the "pain" side of things....it is that TERRIBLE DRILL. The vibrations it sends through my skull are NOT pleasant. ug. it gives me shivers just thinking about it. And the smell...uk, like burned toast, i should ask for ear plugs next time so i can't hear the buzzing of it as well.

Thursday was my ultrasound!! All went well. I was there for one hour and they counted two ears, feet, legs, arms, kidneys, etcetc. All the heart chambers, etc etc. I never worry about these things, but it was thrilling to know that they are there...growing, moving, and preparing for March and their entry into an atmosphere of air instead of liquid. I enjoy visits like these. I like to talk with the technicians, and the lady i had was so willing to chat. She told me about her kids, her worries about them as adults now, and how they renovated their little old farm house to fit them. People are so interesting, and it is very nice to live in a community where you can find someone new to talk to each day if desired. (and only a small percentage of them will think you are strange) :)

Julia has had a very thrilling week becasue Tuesday through Thursday were all play dates for her, since mommy had appointments and such. I have noticed myself falling into parenting patterns this week that i don't like. Recently my focus has been too "stop it from happening because it is easier for me" instead of "let natural consequences teach her, because this isn't a serious discipline issue". So, my grumpiness is with myself mostly....and trying to figure out how to retrain my brain.

Last night a very happy thing happened! our neighbors stopped in!!!!!! THis made my grumpiness subside simply because it was a first time event! I have been at the neighbors door or yard countless times, but they have not yet ventured over. Last night three of them did ,and we nearly succeeded in getting them to sit down with us for tea. ( They were delivering a treat bag for sweet julia, who they love and laugh at constantly)

This week we are learning about compassion, caring for those in need, and where in Proverbs we can find instruction regarding this. Perfect timing since it is operation christmas child week at church, and we have been teaching Julia all about it. SInce Sunday Julia has prayed for the "Boys and Girls all around the world" because they may not have a lot of food, clothing, shelter, etc. Her concern for these things is great. And the excitement she shows for our shopping trip to fill the shoebox is equal to the excitement she displayed upon receiving a gift herself. of this, i am so thrilled. learning the art of compassion at the age of 2 will be a great start to a life of loving others.
Some of her own ideas for filling the shoebox:
- colors and paper
-matching bowl, spoon and cup (since Julia herself is OBSESSED with her dinnerware matching colors right now....very funny to hear and watch)
- a sweater
- a teddy
- apples and oranges (had to explain the 'food goes bad' part)

Well, perhaps i should go.

It is coffee time, breakfast time, play time, (make christmas ornament time?? maybe) and such.

loves.
from sue. i love my family.