Month: March 2017

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Purge and re-org

A spring cleaning bug bit me today (late in the afternoon) and I completely emptied the girls’ closets. We pulled out things they had outgrown and passed them down accordingly. The things that no longer fit Shecklet #4 are bagged and ready to be given to a younger little girl. The reorganization of their closets gives me a sense of peace. I know that sounds strange, but it’s true. (Not sure how long that peace will last, but I have it for at least the night.)

The bins on the shelf are full of sentimental items. I go through them every so often and am trying to get past the “mental” part of the sentimentality. Truth is though, it’s hard. Everything has a memory. Jake helped me with a few items tonight and I’m really grateful for his input.

Next up – the boys’ closet 😬

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Shecklet #3 turns 9!

Scrolling through pictures brings back so many memories of this guy.  He is full of life, laughs, tricks, creativity & determination.  This past year we have seen him grow in so many ways, both academically and physically.  (Every time I turn around, I notice that his pants are above his ankles!)  As a 3rd grader, he tried basketball for the first time and loved it – wants to play again next year.  He enjoys time with his friends (at school and in the neighborhood) and is always up for working on a project or craft.  (Pinterest is one of his favorite places to find new ideas to try.)

Happy birthday Shecklet #3!  We love you so very, very much!

Here’s a few pictures from our family celebration with the new 9 year old tonight. 

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Dentist four 4

I was able to get all of the kids in for dental cleanings today. Jake took the day off (for Shecklet #3’a birthday,) so he came with us as well. Four sets of teeth, four great reports! And #4 did awesome during her first check-up! She let Dr. Sharp check her teeth and the hygienist was able to do a complete cleaning.

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Time with Michelle

Shecklet #2 spent the day with his godmother and her family today. For Xmas, Michelle gave him a coupon to spend the day doing Pinterest projects. In addition to the projects, they took the train to the MOA, went to the Children’s Museum and ate at A&W. Lots of awesome memories were made!

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Bathing beauties

Shecklets 3 & 4 started a new swimming session tonight.  Shecklet #4 is taking lessons for the first time – I think she enjoyed being in the water 🏊🏻‍♀️

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Inventors Fair 2017

This kid. With a little help from Papa and his dad, he came up with “The Light-up Chore Sign.”  He tested it with five families (including ours) and received positive feedback from all of the parents 🙂

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Student of the month!


This guy received the Student of the Month award for his class for the month of February. The character trait he was selected for was positive thoughts. I think he was both surprised and excited to be chosen by his teacher.