Not much brain left

That is, I have not much brain left to write anything terribly worth reading.

Mikey went to the doctor this afternoon for a lingering illness (we've all been sick). I almost hugged our wonderful pediatrician when he told me that Michael definitely had an ear infection. No, no. I don't love that my son is sick. It's just so nice to not hear "Yep, it's just a virus." It seems every time we decide to go that's what I get. At least this time there is a fixable reason for his utter crankiness and lovely yellow snotty nose!

And on a funny note... Andrew was out helping Jacob and Brian clean up more tree branches last night. He came in a little earlier than expected, especially since he is this incredibly natural little worker/helper. He literally lights up when there's a job to do, especially if it involves working with his Daddy.

"Mommy I didn't clean up much sticks tonight," said Andrew.

"Oh, really? How come?"

"Well, Mommy, I was having fun and then I heard some beezing noises."

"Oh, I see," I nodded with a smile and a giggle.

Makes sense to me, but then I am his Mommy.

Goodnight!

Celeste

Nifty Linkies

Okay, here's a couple of neat things I came across.

First, if you love anything pumpkin flavored and love Starbuck's Pumpkin Spice Latte, then I think you will need to try this recipe. I will be trying it as soon as I can get my hands on another can of pumpkin. I usually have several in the pantry. Oh, and I think I'll go skim milk. Yum!

Second, we have been working on a unit called Discovering Insects. It is really well done and fun so far. Our most recent lesson had to do with classifying bugs. Well, I was looking for a little something extra to tack. Well, I found this classifying game website which is lots of fun. The kids thoroughly enjoyed it today. And if you are looking for a wonderful living book read aloud that has to do with insects, I would highly recommend Children of Summer, a book about Henri Fabre. I found it at the library. Wonderful. The children eat it up!

Lastly, I would like you to join others in praying for Elizabeth Foss, her baby and her family. She is a dear lady and inspires so many of us in so many ways.

Have a blessed Thursday!

Celeste