The Seven of Us

One other great thing about Christmas:  We had people here, and not just for Christmas dinner.  The kids had friends over:  Bo. Austin. Jacob. Other friends. And I loved it.  We've always wanted people to be comfortable at our house, to spend time here. We  like our kids' friends and we like having our kids around here with their friends. So that was a bonus. 

1.  I haven't thought about school one bit. Really, Thursday was the first time. I spent a couple of hours in my classroom.  I didn't accomplish enough.  I am behind where I wanted to be and am a  little concerned.  And guess what?  Teachers are always a little behind and a little concerned.  I bet I'll survive. And my students will still learn. So I'm blogging, not prepping.  (Okay, so I spent another hour or two working today.  It's not enough, but it's okay.  And blogging is way better than okay.) 2.  I've been a homemaker.  Okay, so there are things about that word that used to really bug me.  I used to say "I am a MOTHER , not a homemaker!"   It's true: After a couple years of playing house, I didn't really want to be a homemaker.  I'm not crafty.  I don't believe in doing chores for my family; instead, I taught my kids to do chores.  I've done a lot of delegating. I take no pride in having ...

Things I'm grateful for--Mostly in Order:  1. My knowledge of God & his plan for His children , which is closely related to 2. My membership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 3. A really incredible, selfless husband  4. Five healthy, mostly happy/responsible/good kids who have taught me most of what I know 4. Great parents who taught me all kinds of good stuff & who continue to play an important role in our lives 5. My health-and the role  Stephanie Harms  & mark mcdonald play in keeping me going! 6. A comfy house that provides a place for us to just BE 7. Our good jobs--we are fortunate to have dependable jobs that we like. 8. Our family & friends, who make life meaningful. Merry Christmas to all of you. Best of 2014:  1. Working with Steph--getting strong again, deciding to do an event 2. Caleb's all star victory--hitting when they were trying to intentionally walk him 3.  Selling houses, getting money 4. I am...