Green Bags - do they work?

Have you seen these "Debbie Meyer Green Bags" advertised or even seen them in a store and wondered..... "Do those really work?" Well, I asked my mom to get them for me for Christmas and although I've really only tried them on a few items, I'm VERY impressed. My lettuce, which normally goes limp after a few days was still CRISP after 11 days! Just wanted to put in a friendly plug for a product that I am enjoying! They are sold at Target, Bed, Bath & Beyond, and I'm sure many other stores.

Visits with Grandma

I am so very thankful for my grandma and the fact that she lives in town. I miss my grandpa who has been gone now over 2 years. I have many, many fond memories of visits with my grandparents all throughout my childhood. They lived in Indiana their entire lives... and moved out to Colorado when I was pregnant with Allen. What a treasure to have them so close - and for my boys to have not only their grandparents - but their great-grandparents in town. Soon after grandpa died, grandma ended up moving into a retirement home here in town. We visit her as often as we can. We still try and have "tea parties" (hot chocolate and animal crackers) whenever possible.

Today Judah and I went for a visit and did what we could to help grandma with her dishes, straightening of her room and just enjoyed visiting with her. She had saved some of her New Year's Eve party favors for Judah :) I am very blessed and very grateful.

Happy 2010

We let both boys stay up late last night. We watched some shows on Hulu (internet site) through our PVR that Michael set up (a computer connected to our tv). Judah made it to 11:15pm when he crashed. Allen made it to midnight. We watched the fireworks that are set off from the top of Pikes Peak each NYE and it was a perfect night for it! Lovely big moon!

I so cannot believe that it is 2010. Mike was talking to the boys this morning about how when he was a kid and the movie "2010" came out it seemed like SO far in the future (we told Allen like what 2040 seems like to him - SO far away). I can't believe that Allen is 9 and Judah is soon to be 5. Judah will be going to Kindergarten in the fall and Allen will be in FOURTH grade.... but that's 8 months away... so I'll focus on TODAY.

I used to do New Years Resolutions, but have found that it's not good for me - as I usually fail quickly and get discouraged. But, I do have some things I plan on doing this year... continued healthier eating and increased exercise. I'd also like to blog more and be on Facebook games less. Most importantly, I'd really like to spend much more time in God's Word and prayer. I want to leave tomorrow in God's very capable hands and live for Him today! What resolutions, goals, dreams, or wishes do you have for 2010?

Almost a new year

I can't believe how little I blog. I know I've said this before, but Facebook (both a blessing and a curse) is where I put lots of mini updates and pictures. It's sad.... but I just don't keep up with the blog.

It's hard to believe that 2010 is just a few days away! Allen just turned 9; Judah will soon turn 5. Crazy! The turtle above is artwork that Allen did this fall at school. Michael has also graduated and had a reception in December. He will walk in cap and gown in May. :)

I am thankful for God's many blessings and provisions for me this past year. He is so good. He has taught me lately (and continues to teach me) to trust in Him moment by moment. To truly leave tomorrow in His hands. SO hard to do most days, but so what He wants. It's been hard to see death, illness and hardships in the lives of so many around me, yet so awesome to see those that handle it with grace and trust in God. Such an example to me and reminder to honor God in all I do and say and to be humble, quick to listen, slow to speak and abounding in grace for others. Lord I pray that these are not merely words, but truly You in my life. That each moment I may live for You and bring glory to You.

September 2009

Boys ready for school & our family at the annual Balloon Classic (weather prohibited the balloons from taking off the day we went)


Chris (Michael's brother), Mike & Larry (Mike's dad)

I can't believe I haven't blogged in a while. Guess I'm just not up for posting frequently! :)

Life is busy (as always)! Allen is in 3rd grade and Judah is in preschool (2 days a week, right down the street from us). Michael finished his bachelor's degree and will graduate with high honors after 2.5 years of hard work! I'm so very proud of him. I am working on healthy living, Bible Studies, card making and keeping up with all the details of life, family, paperwork, etc.

Allen is very excited about his upcoming trip to Phoenix, AZ with my parents to visit my brother/sis-in-law (Dave & Megan). It will be his first airplane ride! And first trip without his parents! :)

As always - click on ANY photo to enlarge it.

My boys and I

It seems I'm always holding the camera and there are few shots with me in it - so I asked Allen and Michael to take a few shots with my sweet boys. :)
I can't believe that it's AUGUST and school will start for Allen in 19 days (3rd grade!!!!) and Judah will be in 2-day a week pre-K starting in September! Time flies.....

A Day to Honor our Kids 2009

Several years ago, Michael had a GREAT idea that we needed to create our own holiday for the kids - Kid's Day - where we celebrate them! After all, we wouldn't celebrate moms or dads if it weren't for us having kids. So, each July/August we pick a date and honor our boys! Today was that day and we took them to the Renaissance Festival up in Larkspur, Colorado. I've uploaded photos from our day to a Picasa Web Album - so click HERE to view them.