More Pictures from our 2nd Snow

After I posted the pictures from our 2nd snow of the year, which was primarily ice at that point, it snowed the next day. So, finally, I am posting some of the pictures from the 'snow day'. For some, this amount of snow is not impressive, but for North Texas, we'll take it. And in true Texas fashion, it is now in the 70's and 80's...about time to pull out the flip flops again. :)

Momma Wolg

Second Snow of 2011

Hello from the frozen tundra.
Well, North Texas (as well as most of the US) was hit by a winter storm this week. We got very little snow...mostly sleet and ice. And, very LOW temperatures. So, this storm is NOT FUN to play in like the snow in 2010. It's down right FRIGID. Brrrrr!

The kids have been out of school for 3 days with the 4th tomorrow. And, it's too cold and slick to play outside. So, we've had lots of family togetherness. Super Dave even stayed home for 2 days. Lots of tv, movies and especially the Wii. Although, we had a 2 hour period of time without power. And, more than 24 hours without internet, tv and phone. Withdrawals? INDEED.

We've gone a little stir crazy. We HAD to get out for a bit. So, the kids and I ventured out with some friends today. We went to the mall for lunch and shopping (a.k.a. walking around...get some energy out). My friend was nice enough to drive all of us, albeit at about 10 mph. We made it home, safely and a little poorer. ;)

No pic's of the kids in the ice, I mean snow, yet. But here's few pictures to make you cuddle under a blanket.
Momma Wolg

Growing Up

Say it isn't so? My little girl is not so little anymore. A couple weeks ago, Sissy went to her first children's retreat at church. In other words, she slept away from home...without her Mom. She's had many sleep overs, but only with family members or close friends.

It feels like she's hitting a milestone. Not just the retreat, but with Sissy out growing her "little girl" things. Part of me is excited to see her grow up and I'm so proud. However, part of me is sad. As we've started getting rid of some stuff in the house, like toys the kids have outgrown. It about brought me to tears as I boxed up baby dolls and princess stuff. Remembering a time past, never to return. But, I'm also looking forward to new adventures and memories together.

Hugs and Kisses to my sweet girl. Momma Wolg

Sissy and her BFF going to the "Whatever" Children's Retreat

Such a sweet friendship...reminds me of my childhood friend "Bye Mom"

She's probably thinking...You can go now Mom.

Nope, can't make me; I'm watching you leave.

Back from the retreat...Sissy had a blast! She's happy, tired and dirty. And, she's ready for summer camp now.

Laughter

"He will yet fill your mouth with laughter and your lips with shouts of joy." Job 8:21

"Our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with songs of joy..." Psalm 126:2

"You gotta learn to laugh; it's the way to true love" from movie Michael

Laughter is the best medicine.

"What soap is to the body, laughter is to the soul." Yiddish Proverb

"Laughter is the shortest distance between two people." Victor Borge

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Simply, I LOVE laughter! It enriches my life and my relationships. It's a gift from God. Nothing uplifts my mind and spirit as laughter does. Over the years, I have learned to keep a sense of humor about most things and to laugh. Yes, sometimes I have to laugh so I won't cry. I use humor all the time, which includes the wrong time in some cases. (sorry) A 'professional' told me that I use humor to cope. Well, YES, yes I do. And, it works most of the time too. :)

I honestly think the humor and laughing has made all the difference in Super Dave's and my marriage. We laugh at the same things and each other. Just last night, I was laughing to myself as I was trying to go to sleep. Super Dave guessed correctly what I was laughing about...a funny part of a dumb movie. We can complete each other's sentences, especially when it's a quote from a song, movie or tv. :)

There's nothing like listening to my kids laugh, making them laugh (love to be "tickle monster") and laughing with them. I hope they will always keep a sense of humor and have fun.

And, I'm blessed with some great friends that I laugh with A LOT. How fun to laugh until you hurt! A couple of you have the same, sick sense of humor as I do, and this would be one reason you are my best buds. :)

My favorite is to laugh so hard that I start crying. Fortunately for me, that's pretty often. Twice in the past week. Last one was while I was watching Super Dave DANCE with Sissy, playing *Just Dance 2 on the Wii. HY.STER.I.CAL! Just today, I left a voicemail for SD of a funny clip from a movie and laughed hysterically afterward. JT joined me.

So, don't forget to laugh. Don't take things too seriously. Love life.
Momma Wolg

First Snow of 2011

SNOW!

Woo Hoo! First snow of the year. There's not much snow, but we'll take it.

We had to play in it, of course. And, I got to play with my new camera.

Hopefully, this will not be the only snow this year. Love it. Reminds me of all the snow growing up in West Texas and traveling to NM and CO.

TEXAS Size Snow Ball

Happy New Year!

Is it really 2011? I pray that my family and I, as well as you all, have a great year. I'm not much for setting new year's resolutions, but here are a few things I'm hoping for this year:


1. I would like to deepen my relationship with God, something He desires, something I desire. But, it is easier said then done. I have done pretty well this past year reading my bible and daily devotional, but I want to spend more time listening and learning. My down fall is that I can be so easily distracted...by to-do's, activities, children but especially in my mind. So many thoughts and so many personalities in there!


2. I would like to get fit. I have made some progress in the last year with the gym and eating a little better, only to fall off the wagon just before Thanksgiving. I didn't just fall off, but go ran over a few hundred times. So a few steps back and a few pounds heavier, I will get to it again. I believe it's okay to fall and more important that you get up again. I want to feel good and be healthy, allowing me to take care of my family for a long time.

3. I want to be a better Mom to my kids...more patience, much less "Mommy Dearest" moments, more time focused on them, more consistent with discipline. Literally, "God help me."


4. We want to sale our house this year and find a new one. I love our home, but I'm excited about finding a new house some where in the area. So we have started to get rid of some things and then get busy touching up the house. Hopefully, we can be in a new house by summer so the kids can start a new school together in the Fall.

5. I want to learn how to use my new camera and photo editing. I got a camera that's a little (ok, a lot) more sophisticated. So, this old dog is going to have to do some reading and practicing (playing). Luckily, my sister is a photographer and can help teach me (although, I refuse to wear a big "utility belt" looking thing like she does).

6. I plan to continue to work part-time. I'm still doing book keeping for a friend who has her own business. I LOVE IT! The work fits me so well and the flexibility allows me to be there for my kids.

7. JT will start Kindergarten in the Fall. Say it ain't so! My little baby boy will go off to school. Breaks my heart...I like him as my constant companion and small enough to cuddle. But, part of me is excited to enter into a new chapter with JT and as a family. Between preschool and myself, I hope he will be ready and excited come August.

8. I want and ask God daily that my dear friend, 3 Boy Mom, finish treatment and be completed healed from cancer FOREVER, never to return, and that she lives a long, healthy, happy life taking care of her family.

9. I want and pray for Super Dave's health. His arthritis is so painful, debilitating and tiring. It is hard to watch him struggle and hurt. He is always such a trooper, not letting arthritis slow him down from working at his job or home.

10. We WILL celebrate Super Dave's 40th birthday this summer. I look forward to welcoming him into the club and making it memorable. Must do some collaborating and planning...hee, hee, hee. Stay tuned.

11. I want to start journaling and blogging more often. Really I do. It's just hard to find the time. I already start my days (well some anyway) way too early at the gym, and I spend some quiet time in the morning in prayer and reading my bible/devotional. And, if you know me well, I am NOT a night owl, like Super Dave. I finish up my "duties" and spend some time with dear hubby and then I'm just done. But, I will try to find a way so I can share more of my thoughts (yes, I do get them) and not just pictures, and write down my thoughts and lessons learned for myself.

So, what are you hoping for this new year? Here's to a great year with A LOT of laughter. Momma Wolg