Back to school

The little prince went back to school today. It sure was nice having my whole family at home together every day during Christmas break. I miss him.

Time for Action

Let me start by stating the obvious:

I am a terrible blogger.

But........... I promise I'm going to do better.....

Because this year I'm determined to have some news to report!

Up until the last few days, we've done a lot of talking about having another baby, but really haven't done anything about it. Well mockingbirds, 2012 is the year we will take action! No real news to report yet, but I am working on an adoption profile and another facebook page. Keep those prayers coming!

Links coming soon.

Hope you all had a blessed Christmas and a wonderful New Year!

Great deal on Women's New Balance

Today only, you can score a pair of women's 850 New Balance walking shoes for only $29.99 and FREE s/h! AND they're pink - part of the Lace Up for the Cure collection (October is Breast Cancer Awareness month!). Get them here.

Can't wait to get mine!

Thanks to the Frugal Girls for sharing!

Give.

Blood, that is. Today, I gave blood for the first time. Here are my thoughts :)

1. I was a nervous wreck! I was so scared and I prayed the whole way there for God to give me strength to get through it. And guess what? It really wasn't bad at all! I can't believe I've been such a baby and let my own fears get in the way of helping others in need! So if I can do it, anyone can! No excuses!

2. There is a great need. The Red Cross's blood supply is really low right now. I know that when most people hear that, it affects them for a second and then they quickly move on. It's one of those "anonymous" things that we become numb to. Well folks, if you're reading this - you know a blood recipient. Blood donors saved my life. So please give. It could save someone you know.

Be nice to me, I gave blood today!

Mama Monday - Back to School

Mrs. Raccoon smiled. "Now,"

she told Chester,

"whenever you feel lonely

and need a little loving

from home,

just press your hand

to your cheek and think,

'Mommy loves you.

Mommy loves you.'

And that very kiss will jump

to your face and fill you with

toasty warm thoughts."

-From The Kissing Hand, by Audrey Penn

This morning the little prince started his 2nd week of kindergarten! He is such a big boy now! He did great every day last week, although this morning there were a few tears (I think lots of us want to cry on Monday mornings though, right?!).

Here's a picture of him on his first day of school.

Precious, huh?

My dear husband (let's call him "DH" from now on, mkay?) also started his 2nd week of school. He's teaching middle school World History and coaching football. He wouldn't let me get a pic of him on his 1st day. Men! Anyway, last Thursday, the football team had a jamboree game (a pre-season game for all you non-sporty folks) and they WON! They'll have their 1st regular season game this Thursday. I'm so proud.

I know both of my boys are going to have a great year!

****Disclaimer: You may have noticed that I didn't blog ALL SUMMER! I do apologize for being MIA but I was busy spending time with my sweet family. Now, I hope to be back to regular scheduled blogging ;)****