Tales from the Bacteria

 

It's hard to believe that my (our) 9 lb 11 oz baby boy started kindergarten 11 days ago. Where has the time gone? I know this seems very cliché but I truly have no idea how we got to this place....two boys in school and what has turned into a rather awkward (and bit lonely) feeling during my days. Don't get me wrong, I find stuff to do...which usually involves meal-worms, night crawlers, and cricket patrol. Did I mention that Harry and Hank both have new pets that eat living insects? And, both of them thoroughly enjoy “creating” habitats for these critters in various, interesting places.

Hank is our comedian, our lovebug, our little “Hank the Tank” …. he was my constant sidekick up until August 25, 2011. I'm excited to see where life takes him – he is a mini-me of his daddy and I know he will continue to make those around him smile and laugh, that's just what he does :)

Hank's quotes of the week:

“Mom, did you know I eat lunch in the bacteria and my school is run by a princess?”

When I asked Hank why he received the dreaded yellow sticker (one step away from a visit to the principal) his response, “ I had a very hard day, mom! I don't want to go back to Stoney Point (Elementary school) ever again! You can't even laugh or play in the bathroom!!”

I love that little guy.

The Consequence Bag

Harry, now 8 years old, was only 3 at the time of the following story.  I was looking through old emails when I found this one, made me chuckle and I definitely don't want to forget this one.  Aunt Queena arrives tomorrow and we are wondering what new words of wisdom she will have for us!  We love our Aunt Queena!

Story as written by Nana Texas:

 

 

Ashley, known to our family as "Queena," went to visit her older sister and family in KS last week. 

 

Sometime over this past weekend, Aunt Queena suggested to Harry (yes, The Harry) that they decorate a Consequences Bag for use after two warnings of transgressions to the Family Rules. 

 

Harry was delighted with decorating the bag and then he sat with Mommy as he thought up and she wrote down consequences on strips of paper.  It is my understanding that if Harry gets x number of warnings, then he has to draw a strip from the bag. 

 

All was good and well, then Aunt Queena left this Monday to return to her own ailing husband.

 

Harry misbehaved at dinner Monday night.  His mommy gave him a warning.  The behavior continued.  Harry was told that he would have to draw from the bag.  His consequence was no gum the next day.

 

Amy said that Harry screwed his face up and said, "I like Queena, but I don't like Queen's menses bag!"

 

Ah, out of the mouth's of babes.

 

Of course, Queena has always worked in the field of children: Child Protective Services, CASA of Collin County, and now the non-profit organization which deals with adoptions and education.

 

Aunt Queena's story is that she's been in a lot of classes and heard presentations and this idea sounded good to her.  Harry the Guinea Pig????

 

Ah, Nana will go see that boy and straighten him out -- as always.

 

Love & blessings

Sandy

"Why?"

“Why does God allow tornadoes?”

“Why hasn’t God helped the good people find Khadafy?”

“If God can stop the bad things why doesn’t he just do it?”

“Why can’t the kids in Iraq send their own dads to fight the war?”

These are just a few of the latest questions from my sweet Harry.  I am thankful that he has the faith of a child and seems satisfied with answers from the Word of God  (thank goodness for some verses memorized years ago during mentorship by a dear friend :)   I can learn much from Harry. 

 Then we have this little monkey.....he has a very different set of "whys?"
"Why can't I eat all 10 gummy snacks in the box?'
"Why aren't chocolate chips a good choice for breakfast?"
"Why is Yoda so old?"

Today I am thankful for tough & easy questions, nerf bullets hitting me while making dr. appointments, spilled milk at dinner (a very full glass), and another day with these two precious miracles. 

And he said: “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. ⁴ Therefore, whoever takes the lowly position of this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. ⁵ And whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me.  Math 18:3-5

Hankerdoodle

I can't believe this little guy just turned 5 years old!

This little guy makes sure that we never experience a dull moment.  He has an amazing sense of style that is most definitely inspired by his father :)

Hank is our love bug.  He loves to snuggle, laugh, and make jokes...lots and lots of jokes.

Happy Birthday Sweet Hankie! 

Two of my Monkeys

I have quickly realized that time is passing and I haven't been the best about keeping track of these little guys and their escapades and adventures! 

Thank-you to Jaci Johnson ( Freely Me Designs) for the awesome blog design and set-up!  You captured me perfectly! 

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