We are hoping to finish the school year by this weekend!!! Hooray! I am soooo ready for a break from school....and I can only imagine that the kids are too. Okay, I do plan on doing some with Jekkie throughout the summer....but just the same... I used to think that the USA was pretty dumb in the way that their school year worked....starting in SEPTEMBER??? (Australia starts in Feb.) tiny little 'breaks' every so often (Australia - work for 10 weeks then 2 weeks off), US, taking off 3months for the summer? Too long... (Australia - approx 8 weeks over Christmas time).......Now, I am quite happy with the way it is here....We do most of our book/school work through the months that are cooler, and can have a blast while the weather is nice... (OK, stinkin' hot) I have also found that it is a big plus with having a big garden! During the summer is when we start drowning in veggies, and so I need to learn how to can it all..... If we were having to mess with school as well? So, in a way I feel like the "real-life" schooling starts now....all the book-work, you have to have legally, but I look forward to relaxing and getting to teach cooking, and preserving, and growing, and harvesting, and weeding, and doing craft stuff, and just having fun.....and I get to learn too!
So the kids are working like crazy to get their stuff done so that they can quit.
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Monday, May 19, 2008
Belated HAPPY MOTHERS DAY!!!!
Happy Mother's day Mum! (Ours was very eventful, which I won't go into, but hence it wasn't foremost on our mind.) But I love and am very thankful for my Mum and I just wanted her to know that!
It's Been a While....
....since I have been on here to post. Thanks to everyone who has left me comments, and sent email! Sorry for not answering! I just found a bunch that had been sent to my spam folder that I hadn't got. And others, I have just been really slack. But seeing as a few have missed my random rambling I thought I would jump on here and try to say G'day for a few minutes!
I was going to post last Monday, as we had taken Jordan to the Dentist to face his fears yet again. Now, we had already been 2 times....an evaluation, and 2 fillings, and were headed back for 2 more fillings! The first two had been full of fear and terror, psycho-mania, and lack of obedience due to the aforementioned. However, due to having both Dad and Mom there to help with some strong persuasion, we got through it. The first time, he did OK till he got on the chair and the dentist laid it back without any warning. (1st negative step) Then the dentist didn't take time to explain anything. He also didn't smile, make small talk, or anything, unless we first initiated it. The 2nd time, the assistant opened the door to the waiting room and barked "Jordan!!" (note...we were the only patient waiting) no smile, no "hi".....and he cracked...(you could tell they had labeled him as a "brat" from last time).
Now, I totally believe that I child should obey even when scared, and in both instances, after a talk with Daddy, we were able to get through it with a few tears.....but, there were a few times that I was not impressed with the lack of cooperation from my son! And yet, I could see just how terrified he was, and he finally pressed on and made it through, in spite of his fear. Oh, and you can just imagine him hitting the ceiling, when at the 2nd visit the Dentist says "you'll just have to take him somewhere else, and have them knock him out!" (we had already explained this to Jordan, but coming from the dentist...)
So, on our 3rd visit on Monday I could see Jordan attempting to be strong, but squirming in his seat on the way down....he was so scared. Then he started crying in the waiting room....but we encouraged him, and went on back....a bare hint of civilness was there at least this time. He climbed up again, and I started talking away about the birds in Australia (they had put up a picture with a Rosella, hence the topic), the ones that hit Aunt Kristy's window, going to visit Aunt Kristy, yada yada yada. Small talk definitely helps....and no, I did my best not to yak so much that I drove everyone batty!
And do you know what? He didn't cry once while he was back there! You could see by the way he holds daddy's hand how scared he was....but he was a little man! We were so proud of him. To see the way that he conquered his fears....they were still there, but he had the power over them.....so cool to watch in action.
And do you know what else???? He changed the policy of the dentist's office! Yep, they "politely" informed us...."Jordan did very well today, and there is no reason why he shouldn't in the future, but we have changed our policy about allowing parents to come back with the children, and from now on only children that can handle it without Mom and Dad etc....so if that's not possible, you may want to find another dentist" (to the which we both thought "Gladly!" *grin*) Now, the reason that they did this is because each time that they were going to 'wash their hands of this affair' (without much effort), Heath told them to wait while he talked to Jordan, and managed to help him get through it....so if Dad and Mom aren't there they can just say it's impossible, and get on with the next patient! At least that's my interpretation!
But Jordan was a champ the 3rd time round....And we were so proud.
I was going to post last Monday, as we had taken Jordan to the Dentist to face his fears yet again. Now, we had already been 2 times....an evaluation, and 2 fillings, and were headed back for 2 more fillings! The first two had been full of fear and terror, psycho-mania, and lack of obedience due to the aforementioned. However, due to having both Dad and Mom there to help with some strong persuasion, we got through it. The first time, he did OK till he got on the chair and the dentist laid it back without any warning. (1st negative step) Then the dentist didn't take time to explain anything. He also didn't smile, make small talk, or anything, unless we first initiated it. The 2nd time, the assistant opened the door to the waiting room and barked "Jordan!!" (note...we were the only patient waiting) no smile, no "hi".....and he cracked...(you could tell they had labeled him as a "brat" from last time).
Now, I totally believe that I child should obey even when scared, and in both instances, after a talk with Daddy, we were able to get through it with a few tears.....but, there were a few times that I was not impressed with the lack of cooperation from my son! And yet, I could see just how terrified he was, and he finally pressed on and made it through, in spite of his fear. Oh, and you can just imagine him hitting the ceiling, when at the 2nd visit the Dentist says "you'll just have to take him somewhere else, and have them knock him out!" (we had already explained this to Jordan, but coming from the dentist...)
So, on our 3rd visit on Monday I could see Jordan attempting to be strong, but squirming in his seat on the way down....he was so scared. Then he started crying in the waiting room....but we encouraged him, and went on back....a bare hint of civilness was there at least this time. He climbed up again, and I started talking away about the birds in Australia (they had put up a picture with a Rosella, hence the topic), the ones that hit Aunt Kristy's window, going to visit Aunt Kristy, yada yada yada. Small talk definitely helps....and no, I did my best not to yak so much that I drove everyone batty!
And do you know what? He didn't cry once while he was back there! You could see by the way he holds daddy's hand how scared he was....but he was a little man! We were so proud of him. To see the way that he conquered his fears....they were still there, but he had the power over them.....so cool to watch in action.
And do you know what else???? He changed the policy of the dentist's office! Yep, they "politely" informed us...."Jordan did very well today, and there is no reason why he shouldn't in the future, but we have changed our policy about allowing parents to come back with the children, and from now on only children that can handle it without Mom and Dad etc....so if that's not possible, you may want to find another dentist" (to the which we both thought "Gladly!" *grin*) Now, the reason that they did this is because each time that they were going to 'wash their hands of this affair' (without much effort), Heath told them to wait while he talked to Jordan, and managed to help him get through it....so if Dad and Mom aren't there they can just say it's impossible, and get on with the next patient! At least that's my interpretation!
But Jordan was a champ the 3rd time round....And we were so proud.
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
It's A Boy!
My Brother and Sister-in-law have welcomed their new baby boy into the world! I am so excited, wish I was close enough to hold him, and help out Mel as she recovers! Congrats guys!!! (I did send you an email, let me know if you didn't get it)
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Home again....
Although I ran out of time to post before I left, the Lord did allow me to go and be with my sister. I was there for a little over 2 weeks and just got back in yesterday evening....hence the lack of updates. For those of you who may stop by, I ask that you do not forget about her! Please continue to stop by her blog and leave her comments/prayers as they have been a major source of encouragement for her...
It was so nice to be able to go, although I really don't feel like I did much of anything! :) Mum has been a real rock for her though, and I especially ask for prayers as Mum heads home for a time and others step in. Although there are many others who will be staying with her so she's not alone....I know it's going to be really hard seeing Mum head out, as she has been there ever since the accident. Pray that she doesn't have panic attacks alone, and that she will get stronger each and every day.
Kristy has an amazing group of people that surround her. In that she is truly blessed...and I know that they will continue to care for her, and love her. Thanks to all of you by the way, if you ever stop by here.....the way you have stepped in for Steve has been so great....I am so thankful to know that Kristy has you guys taking care of her, and loving her.
I had a safe trip home....didn't sleep at all though, so that's on the agenda for today! So keep holding Kristy up in prayer....she's a special gal.
It was so nice to be able to go, although I really don't feel like I did much of anything! :) Mum has been a real rock for her though, and I especially ask for prayers as Mum heads home for a time and others step in. Although there are many others who will be staying with her so she's not alone....I know it's going to be really hard seeing Mum head out, as she has been there ever since the accident. Pray that she doesn't have panic attacks alone, and that she will get stronger each and every day.
Kristy has an amazing group of people that surround her. In that she is truly blessed...and I know that they will continue to care for her, and love her. Thanks to all of you by the way, if you ever stop by here.....the way you have stepped in for Steve has been so great....I am so thankful to know that Kristy has you guys taking care of her, and loving her.
I had a safe trip home....didn't sleep at all though, so that's on the agenda for today! So keep holding Kristy up in prayer....she's a special gal.
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
My Sister Needs Prayer.....
My dear sister has just lost her new husband of 10 weeks in a tragic boating accident....please pray for her. She has already traveled a hard road of heartaches and much waiting to become his wife....I wish I could be there for her, and hold her, and let her cry on my shoulder as we used to. I never got to meet Steve in person...only over the phone....but I already loved him as my brother. So please lift Kristy up in prayer...that the Lord will comfort her, and draw her closer to Him, and that she will keep trusting in Him, that although we don't understand all of this, He does. I can't begin to imagine the pain....Sister, I LOVE YOU, and I'm praying for you, and I'm aching to be able to help you....
Friday, March 14, 2008
And some pics of my boys....
My Biggest, and Littlest....
Little Jazz...bubba's...squirt...
And my tomahawk n' knife throwing BOY, Jordan
And here's one of lil' Squirt with one of his favourite people....Mikaela
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