Bible Verse of the Day

Tuesday, February 12, 2008

Interesting Icicle

Eeks, can you believe I couldn't remember how to spell that word? Icicle, I mean. It just didn't look correct with a "y." I'm slipping, LOL. At least I know when I've slipped and I go look up the word that's troubling me ;-)


Anywho, the whole purpose of this entry was to show this funky icicle that I've been watching develop outside my office. Would you believe, when it's 4 degrees out, that anything can melt? Well, the metal roofed portico will melt snow when the sun hits it, no matter what the temperature is, so the birdfeeder pole got drip-drip-dripped on yesterday, and some today until the sun disappeared, and this amusing creation formed.


Monday, February 11, 2008

Marble Math Man

Here's how we've been doing math the past couple of days at our house. DS5's marble collection includes several large marbles, so we call those "10s" and he's learning higher addition that way. He loves it. I've gotten so many kisses and hugs over this math--maybe we should call it "Hug Mom Math" instead of "Marble Math" LOL

Saturday, February 09, 2008

New blog under my profile

My dd10 has been begging to blog. Her blog is www.homeschoolednspicy.blogspot.com if you want to take a look!

Thursday, February 07, 2008

Murphy's Law for Public Servants

After a large amount of snowfalls, the only calls for police, fire, or EMS will be from people who live far from a plowed road, and probably also from people whose sidewalks/porches/ramps have not been shoveled either. LOL, that's what we're doing today, the day after the storm. We got close to a foot of snow yesterday!

My favorite quote of the day, from Midland County Sheriff Jerry Nielsen: "Remember one thing: In the county, for every one mile of road, there's two miles of ditch." LOL, so true!

Monday, February 04, 2008

The Cat's Diary

Day 983 of my captivity.

My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength.

The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape.

In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet. Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates my capabilities. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a "good little hunter" I am. Bastards!

There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of "allergies." I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage.

Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow, but at the top of the stairs.

I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released, and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded.

The bird must be an informant. I observe him communicate with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe. For now...

Sunday, February 03, 2008

The Dog's Diary

:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 pm - Milk bones! My favorite thing!
1:00 pm - Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 pm - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 pm - Dinner! My favorite thing!
7:00 pm - Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 pm - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 pm - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!

Saturday, February 02, 2008

Things I Like Today

  • My God. He is gracious and forgiving, and He died to save me. Wow!
  • My hubby . Despite my foibles, he still manages to love me. To feel cared for by him is...well...I guess you'd have to be married to him to know how I feel ;-)
  • My kids. They're sweet, and funny. Did I mention sweet? And smart. And I'm so lucky to be their moms.
  • Homeschooling. For the above reason. I get more time with them, to enjoy them. They're growing up too fast as it is!
  • Sonlight, Math-U-See, Jump In, Wordsmith, Singapore Math, Miquon Math, Hands 'N Hearts history kits.
  • My library
  • My church. It's home. Now hopefully we'll get a pastor who will shepherd our flock in its home, instead of making them feel unwelcome.
  • My parents . What would I do without them? That unconditional love. Almost as good as God. Living next door to them is SUCH a bonus!
  • My online friends. All of them. July 97 moms, my hsing friends, you're all my support line. I know you're there when I need you and I hope I can be as good of a friend to you, as you've been to me.
  • My pretty new cell phone. I like pink. And new. And toys ;-) And saving money too, LOL.
  • My computer. Great lifeline to the world :-)
  • Blogging, and reading the blogs of my friends.
  • Trying new vegetarian recipes, or a new veg dish at a restaurant.
  • My job. It's rewarding to be able to help people, even if they do never think to thank the "voice on the other end of 911."
  • My cat . Can't forget the lazy furball. Why did I ever think I didn't like cats? Butterscotch, I'm sorry!
  • Vehicles with lights that go 'round and 'round. It's in my blood!
  • The King's Singers. Happy 40th anniversary :-)