What is going on!!!

I got the following email today:
JOIN AARP Today and get free Travel Kit.

What is that about? I understand Junk email but since when am I old enough to be sent a AARP email. Can you say Sr. Citizen? NO WAY!!
My own husband realized that I was turning 44 this year and found himself in shock.
How old does this man think he is? He is no spring chicken either.
But back to the point.......I am just not old!
Do you think these people know that I just celebrated my 25th Class Reunion?
Yesterday, I went for a little skating party in our front foyer and hit the floor. My whole body hurts today. Allen does not know why........he says that I did not have to far too fall. ABUSE, ABUSE I tell you!
They are all against me. What's wrong with being in your 40's? I thought 40 was the new 30?
Someone should let AARP know that In Style Magazine says I am just hitting my 30's rather than needing AARP.
I know, maybe the people that sent the email about "40 and still hot" should let AARP know that
tidbit of information!

25 Years

We celebrated being old all weekend. It's been 25 years since I graduated from Geneva High School.
Friday night, we met at a Restaurant for dinner. It was fun meeting with a few of our classmates and then wondering who some of the people were.
Saturday, we went to a wedding and about died in the heat. The wedding was outside and it was beautiful but I did feel like I have never been so hot in my life. Then we changed and went to the major part of the reunion. I had such a good time!! I made sure that every time a camera was taken out......I was in the picture. Seems that 25 years later, I am still the social butterfly that I was in school. It was cause for laughter among my classmates. Enough fun for me, we had to leave early to the reception. So we got on I90 and headed to Willoughby. Got there just in time to eat......oh good.....we did not have to starve for the evening. The food was good and the evening finished much to early. I forgot in my old age that we had kids that needed to be picked up from the sitter. I do love a good party!
Yesterday, we went to the Family Picnic. Almost everyone has kids that are older than our kids. I mean..... teenagers or older. The kids were complaining that there was no one to play with.
Matthew has figured out that the "old lady paste" was for the reunion.
What is "old lady paste" you ask? Hair color. I did my hair last week and he had a good time making fun of me.
We followed the picnic with football equipment pick-up and then Allen went to a football coaches meeting. Next thing we knew, it was 10:30 and the day was finally over.
All in all, it was great to see friends. It's funny how time seems to make those memories just a little bit sweeter. Maybe the my memory is going after 25 years also?!??!

Gotta Get to the Point

Yesterday we took our family pilgrimage to Cedar Point. We had not gotten to the point all year and as of tonight, we no longer have any evenings open until school starts. It's football season now.
Anyhow, I am not sure if it's because it's the week of my 25th HS Reunion or the fact that I'm a 43 year old trying to hang with kids. I must confess, I do want to be the cool mom.
I rode most of what our kids wanted to ride yesterday but at the end of the day.....came the real test........I was tired but I always have one more coaster left in me. I had not been on the Raptor in a few years because I mostly rode with Matthew in the past years because he was to short to ride the big stuff. That all changed this year, we ALL rode the Maverick......what a great ride!
Cool mom rode the Power Tower with Brittney because Cool dad does not like that thing.
We got on the Raptor at night. I love riding at night........EXCEPT.....for the bugs. Don't scream boys and girls or you will add protein to your diet at the cheapest cost in Cedar Point.....FREE.
So, I got my protein early, and still screamed. This event followed by my feet and legs that are still in pain today and I really don't have a voice today.
I am the coolest mom on the planet though because I surprised Matthew with a glow light saber when he was not looking. I have never gotten a THANK YOU MOM like that one! It's one of those priceless moments that I don't think I will ever forget!
Overall, yesterday was one of those priceless days spent as a family making memories!

Talking Baseball

Oh yes.....2 wonderful days of baseball. The highlight of the baseball season for me is All-Star week. I love it! I made my family watch the Home Run Derby, Old Timers Game, The Parade and the game (part of it), I was the only one who stayed up the entire 4 hrs and 55 min. for every exciting minute.
I do have a question for you Pittsburgh people. What happened to the Pirates uniform? I hate to admit it but I used to be a Pirate fan years ago when they had their signature black hats with the yellow stripes and the P in the front. The days of Willie Stargell. The Pirates are like the Dodgers, Indians, Yankees........the uniform is recognizable very easily. This new uniform is really........YUK!!!! How do you Pittsburgh people feel about it?
Matthew (my son) is a pretty good baseball player. I have dreams of him playing Major League baseball and him getting his mom and dad Club Seats to watch all of his games. Did I mention that he would lead all of MLB to the Lord and help to start a revival in America's past time?!??! He does have a dream to play MLB but I don't think it's as big as mine!!
How is your uniform? If you were to wear the uniform of a christian (whatever that is), would you be recognized or would you be mistaken for a non-believer?
Do people know you are a christian when you are a traffic and someone cuts you off, do they know by your speech, can they see Jesus lives in you?
I pray that my uniform does not change with the times but that I can always be known to have my Jesus (Yankee)pinstripe on.

Little House on the Prarie

Do you ever watch Little House on the Prairie? I watched it off and on when it was on TV originally but it was not one of those regular shows that we watched.
Well, the kids and I have really enjoyed watching it on the Hallmark Channel these days.
Today, it was the Christmas special when they talk about all of their memories. Matthew says that is his favorite episode. That cracks me up!
Why don't we have shows like this anymore. Now, I know it can be a little Corny at times but I never have to worry about what my kids are watching because it is just good, clean, and wholesome TV.
It bugs me, although it's funny, that shows like Wipe Out are hits. I don't get what is so great about watching people fall on a big red ball every week.
We have movies like High School Musical that are mega hits and yet the story is modern and you don't mind your kids watching it.
They say the Nick TV and other stations like that are doing extremely well. My kids would rather watch Boom TV with the old cartoons rather than Cartoon Network.
I wish we would voice our opinions more of what the family wants to watch and maybe things would change and Hollywood would get the message.
What's your opinon on TV watching these days?

Friends and Late Nights

Well, it's been a weeks of friends. The house has been buzzing with the sounds of children, we have had them in various sizes and ages this week.
Last night, it was Brittney's turn......it was Jr. High girl night. They went to the mall, had more food to eat than the boys, laughed and TALKED a whole lot. My daughter was the queen of the talkers.
It is an interesting thing to watch friendships evolve and grow.
I remember those days in Jr. High school when you are trying to find your space and place in this world (even though you don't know it). Now, I find myself appreciating my mother even more.
I pray that Brittney will choose her friends well. I pray that she will be a good friend. Most important, I pray that she will always know who her Best Friend is. He is the the friend that promises to stick closer than a brother and the only friend that will never let her down.

It's Brittney's Birthday Today

It's almost 7:41PM, the very moment Brittney Nichole Wilson came into this world. This picture is Brittney at one month old, it's one of my favorites. It completely reflects Brittney's personality. She is a child that has a WHOLE lot of energy and loves life. She loves a good party and loves to laugh.

Happy Birthday to my beautiful daughter. I am blessed to have had the honor of being your mom. Love you baby!

11 years ago today

This morning my mind has been thinking about where I was on July 9, 1997.......Yes, 11 years ago today I had lost 21 lbs., threw up all day long for 9 months, and had a nasty rash.....I itched all day long for 9 months. I would spend most nights awake and pray a whole lot. I cannot believe how time flies. I remember those thoughts of wondering what type of mother I would be, if I had what it took to take care of a baby that would be dependent on Allen and I for all of their earthly needs.
Here we are 11 years later and I still wonder on some days if I have what it takes to raise a daughter who will love God (First and Foremost) ,a woman of honor, one that is confident yet gentle. A woman who can love others with a open heart but not be taken advantage of. I wonder if she will change her world for Christ. I wonder about who will steal her heart someday....will he be an example of Christ's love to her, will he be her hero, will he do all the things that he will promise on their wedding day. I do know that I have many of the same questions that I had 11 years ago today. Tomorrow, we will celebrate 11 years of being Brittney's parents!!! I look forward to all the years to come

Steven Curtis Chapman

How does a parent deal with the loss of a child and the fact that one of your children is responsible for this awful accident.

Steven Curtis Chapman and his wife have been amazing with all of what has happened during this mist sorrowful time in their lives. You realize that even though this man is one of the top christian music artists in the world.....he is still a human. Into every life, there are times of sorrow, pain, grief, joy, laughter, smiles........God never promises that He would allow us to have no pain but He did promise us that He would be there to walk with us. Actually, He goes before us to make the way clear.

I just wanted to give you the information if you have not heard that the Chapmans' will be talking about their tragedy in August. See the information below:

Chapmans' to appear on Good Morning America
We've just confirmed that Steven and Mary Beth, and potentially the Chapman children, will appear on Good Morning America the week of August 4th.
Seen nationally, ABC's morning tradition, Good Morning America began airing in 1975 and reaches a huge audience of approximately 8 to 10 million each morning.
Let the redemption of this tragedy begin. : )

The Staycataion Update

The staycation is now over and we did a few things but did not get the list completed. Story of every one's life!
We painted, cleaned out the woods, cleaned the garage (somewhat), and spent most of the week being referees.
My sister and I are 10 years apart in age. We did not fight, what is there for a 16 year old to fight with a 6 year old? My children are very well mannered kids but they loose their minds at home. The want to be at each other for everything.......I mean EVERYTHING.
She called me a name, he is a little brat and gets on my nerves, she won't play my game, he is just a pest,.......MOM......MOM.....!!!!!!!! Why do they call me? How come they never call their dad? You boys have it easy because these kids love to yell their mom's name.
Summer is only 1/2 over. Will I make it until August 26th? I can tell you that I will but my kids might not. At this rate, they are going to think going back to school will be a picnic.

Late Nights and Early Mornings

Insomnia: Some people think that it only means not sleeping for days on end. But that’s not entirely true. Insomnia simply means you have trouble sleeping. Whether it’s trouble falling asleep, trouble staying asleep, waking up earlier than you want to, or not feeling refreshed when you do wake up—just having one of these symptoms is enough to say that you have insomnia.
There you go, the definition of Insomnia. I seem to have this issue in my life. Last night, I finally fell asleep around 1AM......oh yes.......wide awake at 3:15AM. That really stinks. It's not that I'm not sleepy because I really am right now. The problem is my mind.
This happens to me a few times a week. I really hate the TYPE "A" personality. What can I fix at 2AM??
I lay down and my mind starts to process all the things that (I feel) needs to get done around here. NUTS!!!! yes, I am nuts.
This night, I have done some paperwork in my office, read some blogs, red the bible, and asked God to talk to my spirit. He is either not saying much or I'm just toooooo tired to hear His voice.
I think there are times in our lives that we have spiritual "late nights and early mornings" those are the times that we simply do not hear His voice.
The Father always is there and ready to speak life into us but we are mentally not ready to hear Him. We simply need to find REST in the Almighty..........He is the one that will give direction, peace, assurance, you fill in the blank for what you need.
Ask Him to help you when you have those late nights and early mornings. He is there to meet you.
As for me, I think a Sunday afternoon nap is in order!

Staycation

We are are having a staycation this week. It seems to be what lots of folks are doing these days.
Now, I am not sure how much resting we are doing because Allen and I both have a list of things that we want to get done this week. I have big aspirations of getting the laundry room and our bedroom painted. We will see??!?!? Allen is cleaning out the woods in the front and that's a big project.
I will blog more later about this great project.