Conspiracy Theories

So, this morning at 0515 Canon wakes up, wants to nurse back to sleep...which for the sake of my sleeping, I give in to. He nurses for a minute or two, falls back to sleep and again..for benefit of my own sleep, I put him back to bed. The process awakened him a little too much, so he screamed for a good 20 minutes.

This, of course, woke Ty up. So, I pull him into my bed while Canon finishes his screaming fit.

Then, Canon is down. Finally.

0550 - Ty is rolling all over the place in bed, restless and wont settle down. I dont want to take him back to his bed, for risk of waking up Canon again. THAT took him another 15 minutes to get settled.

Then, Ty is down. Finally.

0605 - we are keeping my friends dog, who was in her kennel in the living room (she snores..the dog, not my friend). Somehow, in the business of the past few minutes SHE woke up, escaped her kennel and came whining next to the bed. So, I scooped her up and got her in a comfy spot for all of us (I am now sharing my side of the bed with a three year old and a rat-looking dog).

Then, Kela is down. Finally.

0615 - Goliath is jealous, so hearing the ruckus he TOO starts insisting on joining us in the bed. However, he is in the closet (sounds mean, I know but he likes it in there and it makes him NOT be in my bed) and his usual morning routine is to claw at the door which resembles thunder in our bedroom. So, I quietly yell at her..while trying not to disturb Ty or the other mutt who are resting beside and on me. Yes, Adrian is dead to the world.

Then, Goliath is settled. Finally.

0635 - No lie. Canon is awake, reenergized from his 30 nap and is up for the day.

Yes, I do believe in conspiracy theories. They ALL plot against me. I know it. How else could they all so perfectly sychronize their wake/sleep schedules?

Parenting Class

Adrian and I had the blessing of being at a parenting class, lead by a sweet friend of ours, this last week. She has successfully raised a daughter, with creative methods and with a focus on Godly instruction. She had shared some of those methods with us personally, and wanted to share them with other parents as well. We had about 6 couples there or otherwise represented by half of themselves being present :) We all learned alot, and have gotten some great ideas.

We have had a time with Ty. He is, as they say, "all boy". He is the tumblin' ist, busiest, active-ist, rowdiest little rootin' tootin' kid ever! Not really..I mean, I am sure there have been kids that are busier, active..er, and rowdier than he. BUT..he still gives us a run for our money with his stubborn and strong will streaks.

He is still precious in spite of himself, however, and we have not given up on him COMPLETELY (though Adrian does suggest that we sell him on ebay and try again for a "better one"). So, for his own safety, we enlisted the advise of parents and those who have been there done that.

Mary (our parenting class leader), suggested some great methods for disciplining that discouraged yelling or beating :) Also, she really stressed to us an important point...

She said that "God MUST be bigger than YOU". Because, we are fallible, but God is not. We may do the wrong thing, or make the wrong rule sometimes, but GOD never does. I liked that.

Ty does have a tender spirit, and it seems that between us and bible class, he has a sense of God and that we need to seek to please him. He also knows that he loves mommy, daddy and Canon. We have been able to really talk alot about how obeying is linked to loving mommy/daddy and God.

Its amazing to me that this little person does understand these concepts, but he does.

So..as we head into another week, armed with some insight into how important our role is, how we are to guide them not only to good behavior but to the Lord in the process, and while we pray for patience to keep our focus, I am praying for all of you who are in the same boat!

Our role is SO important, and these moments so precious.

Usborne Book Party

So, I met a girl at the Kid Shop consignment sale in August. She is getting starting selling Usborne Books, which I love. We are joining forces to get some new contacts!

We are both hostessing eachother a party next week, and mine started yesterday online!

So, if you feel so inclined, please go to: www.ubah.com/HOS96384

My REAL LIFE party is next week, October 23rd, at 10am.

I am also using this time to do a FALL KICKOFF of the new Discovery Toys products! It will be at my house..so please join us!

And, feel free to browse the online catalog at http://www.discoverytoysinc.com/USfl07info/

If only...

I have been pondering to myself, that if I integrated every weight loss, organization, home management, financial management, bible reading schedule, bible study SYSTEM that I want to..this is what my life would look like.

IF I was the PROVERBS 31 wife, I would get up at the crack of dawn and make bread
IF I followed FLYLADY, I would take a shower every morning and moisturize
IF I used the full line of MARY KAY, I would exfoliate also ...after a session of microderm abrasion once a week
IFI followed FLYLADY, I would dress to shoes
IF I followed a DAILY BIBLE READING SCHEDULE, I would read my bible before the children rise while the bread is baking in the oven
IF I followed WEIGHT WATCHERS, I would write down the coffee I drink while I read
IF I did my BETH MOORE bible study, I would read and study for 45 minutes
IF I was on a PRAYER schedule, I would pray for all my family, friends and our needs while not forgetting to thank God for everything He has already blessed me with
IF I was the perfect MOTHER, I would greet my children with a "good morning" smile, and a bowl of healthy oatmeal free of sugar or other additives that would mess up their perfect little metabolisms
IF I followed FLYLADY, the kids' clothes would already be laid out the night before, to make our mornings run smoothly. I would dress them with no stress.
IF I used my GYM membership like I should, I would go to the gym for an hour every morning
IF I used DAVE RAMSEY, I would have my cash at hand when I stop at the grocery store on the way home
IF I followed THE GROCERY GAME, I would have my grocery list and the respective coupons in hand
IF I was the perfect WIFE, I would have a hearty breakfast waiting at home when my husband arrived from work (he works night shift) ...and a promise of a little WINK WINK later (and be awake enough by then to follow through)
IF I was the perfect SISTER, FRIEND, DAUGHTER I would check on those in my life who needed cared for, prayed for, concerned for
IF I did all I should with DISCOVERY TOYS, I would make 5 phones calls, book a party, and make a sale each and every afternoon
IF I was a true FLYLADY, I would stay caught up on laundry, swish and swipe my bathroom, and "Zone" one room of my house once a month. My "hot spots" would stay picked up, and my "5 minute room rescues" would be worth the trouble
IF I followed CREATIVE CORRECTION, I would be brilliant with every "opportunity" to
teach my children
IF I followed SAVING DINNER, I would have gourmet meals every night...preplanned the week before
IF I was the perfect TEACHER, my kids would be read age-appropriate books while discussing the fine points of the stories, say prayers, and off to bed with smiles on faces
IF I followed the MARY KAY skin plan, I would clean all my makeup off and reapply the night solution, night cream
IF I was the perfect WIFE, I would still have energy by the end of the day to be a passionate lover and attentive best friend

IF I did all these things...

I would NOT let them watch as much TV as they do
I would NOT feel guilty for feeding my ten month old chocolate cake :)..yes, I did
I would NOT let them play outside, even on days it rains


But, I STILL would NOT feel like I did enough or was as good as I wanted to be.

So..I will take one day at a time, and use whatever system works for that day!

Busy Bugs

are we!

We have been busy the past few weeks..seems like I havent even had a chance to catch up good with my mom and sisters!

But, to catch everyone up..

• Business is busy, busy. This is the busiest time of year FOR REAL! I have had a daycare setup..it did okay, but not worth the 9 hours I spent there! I went to a "family" day at the park for an organization this past weekend, didnt get a single nibble. I really prefer home parties, really. I love visiting and showing off toys. That is way funner than standing there looking pathetic, asking for people to look at your "wares". Nah..I like the home parties.
• On THAT note..I landed the YMCA! Yeah! I will have to stand around and hope people see me, BUT..I think it will be a good thing. There are hundreds of moms that go throug there, and having a table set up around Christmas time..JACKPOT! I hope..stay tuned.
• Canon is all but walking full out. He is taking a few steps at a time, but he gets around like a mad dog when he crawls, so why convert to the two limb approach?
• He is currently emptying the desk drawer beside me...it takes him 20 seconds to mess up what will take me 20 minutes to clean up. But, I am cool. I'm cool.
• ADRIAN has decided, after much ado..to go to NURSING SCHOOL! Yes..I know. It sounds crazy, but I think he will do great. I will be able to live vicariously through him, and hopefully will RELEARN everything I have forgotten in the past 6 years.

So..that is all the exciting stuff around here!

I need to post some pictures, so stay tuned!

Fall!

I love this time of year!

I have felt energized by the cool mornings and the smell of the fall coming...I have decorated for the fall. I got inspired by my friend Kims house, which she has already dressed up for the autumn with leaves and pumpkins.

I bought my cider scented candles, and some fall folliage to put around the place. Love it.

It makes me want to call my friends, hug my kids, kiss my husband, and clean out all my closets.

Hope that you are feeling inspired to greatness today!

Business is BOOMING!

Well, since I joined Discovery Toys, I have been hearing that the fall is THE selling season! They are not lyin'!

I am excited cause my calender is filling up fast in October! I can see that the thing about 75% of the business being done in October thru December is true.

This week I have a daycare show planned..I am excited and scared to death. It has potential for being huge, and not being much of anything at the same time! It will be my first time doing this type of thing, but apparently it is the way that you make money during this season. We shall see!

Also, my new team mate, Michelle, is having her first Grand Opening parties this week! I am so excited for her! If things go well, she will earn $50 in free toys and some cash this weekend! GO MICHELLE!

Also, I have a sweet friend who is wrapping up a catalog party on Tuesday. It could be a great first week of the month!

I have several parties, an Autism conference (I am really nervous about that one!), two joint ventures with a new business pal in Usborne books, a Christmas Bazaar..and several potential big sales with some daycares and individuals.

I am excited, and at times overwhelmed!

I have plans to earn all my Christmas presents this year for free between free toys earned and commission! Poor Adrian, he is hoping for a new lens for his camera but ...little does he know he is getting a "Flip Tac Toe " for Christmas! :) ha!

I also need to be able to pay for tickets to Dallas for Christmas, so..here is hoping! :)

So, on that note..everyone take a look at the new ONLINE catalog on http://www.discoverytoysinc.com/! :)