VGNO - Doing the Tissue Boogie

Its that time of week again and boy do I need it! Its time for the Virtual Girls Night Out, so head on over to Ann's to check out whats going on.

My 2 year old has had a cough for the last, oh, week and a half (he is fine though, acting like his normal self thank goodness, no fever or anything). And along with it he has a bit of a snotty nose. Its not runny snotty, but, uh, booger snotty. I am sure all you moms out there have dealt with this sort of thing many times. Well, Jimmy has discovered how to pick his nose. And the cute part is - yes, there is a cute part - every time he gets a good "catch" he comes running to me with his finger outstretched showing me his prize and wanting a tissue. He is so sweet to come to me wanting a tissue instead of wiping it on my couch or something. Of course, I have caught him eating (GROSSSSSS) them once or twice, and since I have told him not to do that in a mortified voice, I think he has decided it is funny and will continue to do it for the entertainment of mommy's reaction....lol. But luckily most of the time he brings them to me to wipe with a tissue.

And speaking of bringing me things, Jimmy is so sweet, he has been bringing me the dish towel every time I wash my hands at the kitchen sink! It is the cutest thing and he does it most every I wash my hands or do the dishes. I think I have a dish drier in my future, yay!

Ok, so on to Ann's party game. It is one we have played before, but its cute. Its Librarian Alter Ego. Mine is Bubbles Featherbottom. To find out what yours is, go visit Ann's blog! And she is having a giveaway, so check that out too!

Well, thats it for now, I am off to visit a couple blogs before Jimmy wakes up from his nap. I will be around later this evening to visit more. Happy VGNO everyone!

He Would Have Been 7

Today would have been Duke's 7th birthday. We still miss our pup SO very much! Not a day goes by that we don't think about him. This pic was taken a year ago today. Check out my other blog, Cross Creek Farm for another pic of Duke.

Happy Birthdays! & VGNO

Yep, I said "birthdays" plural. Jimmy's 2nd birthday was on Wednesday, the 20th and mine is today. =)  We had a two day celebration for Jimmy's, Wednesday night we had cupcakes and opened his presents from Mommy & Daddy and then yesterday we had his Great Grandparents over and my dad & Kathy (Granddad & Grandma). For that celebration I made Jimmy's special Thomas cake, boy does that kid LOVE Thomas!! We will add a third celebration on Sunday at Jim's parents' house. I can't believe my sweet baby boy is 2 already!! And next year he will have a little brother or sister, wow!! Time just keeps going faster and faster.=(

Here is a pic of Jimmy enjoying his felt hamburger I made him. I also made him felt fruit consisting of an orange slice, 2 apple slices, a strawberry and a banana. He loves them!

As far as my birthday is concerned, hubby had to work late, so I decided to join in VGNO over at Ann's. So go check it out and join in the fun!!

The party game for this week is called "Would You Rather...?" so my question for you is....Would you rather have your significant other/good friend/family member throw you a surprise party for your birthday, or go out (or stay in) and have dinner with your significant other?  I myself would prefer to spend time alone with my hubby and just go out to eat & maybe a movie.

Well, that's it, I hope you have fun at VGNO if you join in and have a wonderful weekend!

They are Coming Home! (Haiti Update)

Rita (Amy's mom), Amy, Doug & the kids, both Grayson AND Dor are coming home!! That means Dor's emergency visa must have gone through (friends who might know, correct me if I am wrong!)! I am not sure of the details yet, but it is so wonderful that they get to come home. We were unsure if Amy and Doug WANTED to come back to the States, but I cannot EVEN imagine having a little baby in Haiti right now. I know they will hate to leave everyone behind for a while, but it will all work out. As soon as I find out more I will let you know.
Amy's dad returned home today and the members of our church that were there have also returned safely. AND the women's team that was with Gretchen at Lifeline returned safely as well. Praise the Lord!

In the meantime, please continue to pray for the Haitian people and those who are giving aid and missions workers who are still there. And I have a specific prayer request for a girl my friend Randi knows who has not been found yet. Please read about Courtney on Randi's blog here.

Thanks so much to everyone for their continued prayers and support. God bless you all!

Menu Plan Monday - January 18th

Alright, I am trying this AGAIN, if at first you don't succeed, try, try again, right? Riiiight...well since I have been pregnant and all, I have not exactly been able to follow a meal plan. It seems every day I have to play it by ear (stomach?) and that is just a bit difficult...so now that I am out of the first trimester I am going to try to get somewhat more organized in the weekly meal department. Luckily if I have the week all planned out, I can switch the meals around if something doesn't sound good for that particular day. If none of it sounds good, then well, I will have to eat cereal or something while Jimmy and hubby eat what I make....hopefully ;-) Ok, here goes.

Monday: Cheese Ravioli with spaghetti sauce and broccoli on the side
Tuesday: Tuna Fish & Rice or Macaroni with green beans on the side
Wednesday: Chicken Enchiladas with rice & corn on the side
Thursday: Beef & Broccoli in the slow cooker (or leftovers if any)
Friday: My Birthday! So hopefully hubby is taking me out to eat.... ;-)
Saturday: Pizza
Sunday: eating at the in-laws

Ok, now mak sure to go over to orgjunkie.com to check out all the great meal ideas for Menu Plan Monday.