Doing What Works

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

A Few Free Moments - nothing fancy

With a few quick free moments, I wanted to post some pictures of the holidays. I don't have a lot, but like everyone else I know we ventured to D-Land to see the beautiful lights, amazing fireworks show and have it snow a little on main street.

Daddy with his biggest fans!!

Silly Mommy and Daddy

Silly Abby and Mommy

The kids and I had a chance to visit my wonderful friend and her four kids for the day. She lives about an hour and 15 min away, so we don't see each other as often as we would like, but when we do get together the kids have fun and we just sit around and talk. I wish I was a little closer and who knows someday we may be. But until then I appreciate every chance I get to see her and her beautiful babies!!

The gang minus 2, playing with play dough

The newest addition is 4 months already. Such a handsome guy!!

The girls were so fun

Well time is up; kids are running wild and needing a referee.

Let's make 2010 an amazing year!!

Do something you have never done before and see where life takes you!!

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Whatever Wednesday

Enjoy my random moments....
1. It made my day to talk with my friend D today.. thanks for thinking of me.

2. While I was on the phone this is what happened... two girls with no shirts....

3. This is what a christmas tree looks like when mom has no input, but just sits back and watched daddy and the kids put all thier heart and soul into decorating. Equals = perfect tree for me!!

4. Excited to head into Long Beach tonight for a street fair at Pine and PCH!!

5. So proud of my husband... he is working so hard and still finding time to make our kids smile!!

6. Christmas music makes me smile.

7. Christmas for us this year will be big, not big in the presents area, but big in memories and moments we share with family and friends.

8. 2010 is going to be FANTASTIC for me and my family!!! We will shine as bright as DIAMONDS!!!

9. My daughter needs to see an eye dr and when I called to make the appointment, they are three months out for an opening. Yikes I had no idea.

10. I love picking up the phone and calling a friend to say Hello or catch up. I appreciate all our new social networking sites, but I am still a fan of the old fashion phone. :)

11. Remember to stop and smell the flowers... tell that special person everyday what they mean to you... and smile!!

12. I am making tamales on Saturday with my mom, sister, great friends and can't wait!!!

13. 1 homemade christmas present down only 8 more to go... yikes I need two more hands..

Friday, December 11, 2009

Friday Fun

I am thankful this morning for my daughter who loves to sing, dance and play with her puppy!! Altough it is gloomy outside we are going to have a fantastic day filled with fun, laughter and moments I never want to forget!!

Abby loves to play with Harley

Harley loves to play with everything except the puppy toys he has. :)

Winter Wonderland

Last week we took the kids to Atlantis Park in Garden Grove and they created a winter wonderland. They had crafts, sleding, train rides and lots for the kids to do. This was our first time and we really enjoyed ourselves. The kids absolutely loved sleding, making crafts and just playing in the snow. Remembering these moments are what inspire me!!

Isabella loved the snow

Mason and Aaron

Successful snowmen craft!!

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Whatever Wednesday

So I thought this is perfect for me today!!

1. My daughter had soccer practice tonight at 6:00pm and when we got there.. no soccer girls...hmmm....call the coach...practice was cancelled. Isabella was so bummed, she really wanted to practice.

2. It's official we have booked tamale making at my mom's for Saturday, December 19th. I am so excited. Come join us for some amazing girl bonding, coffee and or tea and pon duece a (mexican sweet bread)!!

3. Every weekend from now to Christmas is booked...yikes I can already tell this month is going to fly by.

4. Darin had 5 pairs of jeans delivered today from old navy.. now what do I get him for Christmas. The man is famous for buying what he wants, when he wants and it always seems to be before his birthday or Christmas.

5. My new puppy eats everything in sight and if any of you know me well, you know I am not the best at keeping things picked up off the floor. He is eating files out of Darin's briefcase. I really hope Harley does not want to grow up to be like Marley.

6. I am scared I will keep going through the normal motions this holiday season and forget to make a difference in someone else's life.

7. I LOVE helping others.... but how can I help others that won't accept the offer. Why are people so hesitant to accept help?

8. I wish I took more pictures to post with these blogs.

9. For the first time in my life I am going to make my kids, niece and nephew their Christmas gifts. I hope they like them half as much as they like the things they have gotten in the past.

10. Vacation.... I want to go!!!

11. I miss my two of my oldest closest friends.

12. Goodnight....Sweetdreams...Hug someone you love tonight!!

Monday, November 30, 2009

Ten Things

Top ten things this month that I am so thankful for...

1. My Mom.. my kids light up when she is around them. The bond they have with her is so wonderful. Thank you mom for giving them unconditional love.

2. Abby has officially given up the pacifier... now I just have to work on potty training.

3. My husband... he works so hard so that I may stay home with our children and be the guiding light they so crave.

4. Abby and Aaron... they truly enjoy each other and love to make each other laugh

5. Abby and Madison are the two girls in my life who keep me on my toes, but life is complete for me when they are around. Thank you Amy for allowing me to be a big part of Madison's life. She is such an amazing girl....just like her mom!

6. Darin helped prepare thanksgiving dinner, so that I could play with the kids, thank you. What an amazing man!! Love you!!

7. Spending amazing quality time with family and friends... Although it may not be as often as we would like, each time we are together it really makes me smile. :)

8. My MIL has allowed me to borrow her sewing machine and I have found a new love and sense of self preservation when I sew.

9. Soccer for the kids this year was amazing for them and me. I really enjoy being outside with them and watching them go for it!!!

10. Bringing home Harley... although this doubles my work load at home, the joy he is giving my children is such an amazing sight. I am happy to work a little harder so they may have a few more special moments just being at home and being a kid.