My last 5 days in a nutshell-worked 48 hours, grey cup party, Del's work Christmas party, Ice Dawgs game, and a few hours of sleep. I'm on a week off from work, and I can't afford to crawl back into bed this morning. I have a hair appt this morning, and I need to shop groceries and stop and see my mom, and then I need to come home to do laundry, clean, and cook. BECAUSE...........tomorrow, Del & I are going away for the weekend, with some friends. A short, wonderful trip to the colorful lights of Vegas. The boys are going to stay home, with my niece, Michelle. They have a full schedule this weekend. Michelle is going to work and manage the boys lives. They have hockey games, and she is going to juggle it all. Thankfully, she has a wonderful family who is probably going to help her get it all done. Thank you Friesen family!!! Thats why I need to go grocery shopping today. So my boys can cook for themselves and Michelle. Ha ha, Michelle!! For those of you who haven't met my niece-she's awesome. I love her to pieces!! The 'older' she gets, the more fun she gets! We get to be in the same family, we get to live close to each other-for now-, and we get to work together, sometimes!! It's wonderful!
We woke up this morning to another sprinkling of snow. Sure is beautiful when all is white. Temperature is at 0 degrees, Celsius. But the wind is picking up, so the roads should be an adventure today.
Mom had her chemo yesterday. Spoke with her last night, and she sounded good. She wasn't having nausea issues at that point, so hopefully that will continue to go well. One of her best friends passed away this last week, and her funeral is on Friday. Mom is hoping to feel well enough to go to it. I have to stop by mom and dads today to sort out her pills before I leave.
I have to brag about my family this morning. This house was 'looked' after on my marathon of days at work. My boys have stepped up and taken care of things for me so I don't have to play maid when I get home. Kyle was so sweet the other night. Jayde had a hockey game on Friday evening, and I thought we were all going to go to it. Well, Kyle told me he was going to stay home, and clean up for me. He actually said, "I'll do laundry, clean out the dishwasher and clean up the living room, and you go with Jayde." I know, I better appreciate it while I get it. Of course, he did want to play on the computer and watch TV. We were thinking that when we'd get home, he's say, oh, I forgot about ........., but no, he had done what he said he would, and then he'd gone on to the computer. Am I ever blessed! Yes, they are still normal teenage boys, and their rooms are a disaster, but at least I get some help out of them. Talking about room disasters, oh, boy, they better clean them tonight, so their friends have a place to sleep this weekend. Yes, Michelle will also have the addition of two extra boys this weekend. Jayde and Kyle's two friends are coming over, cuz their parents are going to Vegas as well. These are a wonderful combination of kids. They will be fine. It's a bit of an awkward age for going away. They are old enough to take care of their own needs, but not old enough to get about. And not old enough to be responsible for 'the big things'. But, it is wonderful to go away and know they can look after things reasonably well.
Happy American Thanksgiving! The biggest celebration and shopping weekend, south of the border! And we get to be a part of it. I'm so excited!!
I'm off to carry on my day-Have a wonderful weekend!
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
the verdict is in.......
let's just get it out of the way!!! I spoke with moms oncology nurse today, and they finally received the comparative CT results. It was a positive review. Chemo must be helping. The metastatic areas have decreased in size. That is wonderful news. Mom will now go ahead with 2 more rounds of chemo. She was quite encouraged by this news, and is ready to re-start chemo. My dad was very happy. He's been so impatient-waiting for those results. It's so hard to wait!!!! So I would imagine she will be at chemo again next week.
Moving on.....the boys and I spent the evening at the rink. The boys were at practice, and then there was a Midget game. It's my week to work at the canteen. What an awesome week to get! This was the only game scheduled. Don't know how our group got so lucky, but I'm sure we'll make up for it on our next week! (We have to do 2 weeks of canteen duty if our kids are involved in hockey or figure skating.) Worked the canteen with two other couples and we had a good time, working and visiting. Great to catch up on everyones lives. Del went to watch a AAA hockey game in town. By the time the boys and i got home, he was snoring. The boys dropped into bed, and I'm winding down on the computer.
So, on Monday morning, I was so motivated to get alot done in the house. My mental list went something like this-paperwork, laundry, bake, clean.........And I got a good start on that list. I answered the phone at around 945, and I was cleaning up the living room. I happened to glance up and out our front window, just as a cattle truck was driving by. Really slow. I happened to mention to Andrea-hmmmm, that truck couldn't be coming here, cuz we're not expecting it, but its going so slow, I wonder if they are picking up our cattle and no one told us. Not 10 seconds later, I heard the long distance call waiting beep on the line. I switched over to it, and a male voice asks if it Del Barkmans home. I say yes, and he asks if hes at the right place. I ask him all the particulars. He informs me hes picking up cattle, and was sent by our cattle buyer. So, I knew Del had spoken with our cattle buyer, but the guy had not called us to inform us of what was going on. So, I'm imagining loading cattle by myself, cuz Del was going to be on the road for work. I called his work, and fortunately for me, He was still there. So, he had to come home. We set up gates and such, and then we loaded cattle. And a bull. Yes, I landed in the 'muck' many times over. I slid down a hill of 'muck, and landed on my front side. I jumped over a fence, and landed on my back side, to avoid a run in with the bull. Let's say by the time we were done loading, I was covered in crap. Literally!!! When I got in, I was so tempted to blog immediately and vent about the joys of farming!!! Instead I hit the shower, threw in another load of laundry, and got to have lunch with Del. Lucky me!!! And, another job taken care of, without any anticipating. By the way, apparently those cattle were sent thru the auction ring yesterday. I don't want to know how they did. Some days I really hate farming!!! It seems like there are way more hate days than love days lately. Don't think you want to hear me rant about the injustices of farming right now!
A friend of mine lost a 33 year old sister to leukemia, yesterday. She had been diagnosed one month ago. This family had lost a 6 yr old son to leukemia 2 yrs ago. She leaves behind a husband and a 6 yr old son. A young man- in Jayde's class at school-his mom is missing for the last 4 days. Mother of 5 children. This young man has had to be a 'parent' for many years already. Okay-now where is the justice in all this?? How do people move on from these travesties? it's one thing as an adult to cope, but how are children and teenagers supposed to deal with tragedy? How much does God send someone's way?? When is it enough?
Kind of puts our lives into perspective. Life is a gift. Family and friends are gifts. They are precious and irreplaceable. Treasure and value them. Live life to the fullest. (Doesn't mean to be an idiot, tho!!)
Don't know if I've mentioned this before. Jayde is scheduled for plastic surgery on Dec. 17. Hopefully this will be his last reconctructive surgery. This is an attempt to 'redo' some of the previous work from 2 years ago. They will try to remove some scar tissue, and then do a skin lift to try to equalize the sizing of his left eye to his right eye. I hope for his sake that this will be a success. He doesn't feel the need for this, but I'd rather have this done now, before it becomes a self esteem issue. I remember shortly after his accident, when his face was bruised, battered, and rather gruesome-he wanted to hide. And yes, that would have been the easy way out. But, the stubborn mother that I am, told him to wear his face-stitches, scars, bruises, and mishapen areas-with pride. I told him it was a story of true courage and bravery. And then, I struggled with thinking I was too hard on him. Should I have eased up and let him feel sorry for himself??? I was so afraid of the emotional scars that this could create. Looking back today, I'm so glad we were tough with him. He seems to have managed so well. But, I don't want him to ever develop a complex about his issues. I actually get really angry when he makes fun of when people stare at him as if he's scary. He may be joking but I still wonder if deep down he hurts about it. He is so not a sensitive kid, but it worries me that his joking and bravado cover up for some inner need to look better. So, in a nutshell, thats why he's having the surgery now. :-) I am so proud of Jayde. He was my hero after his accident. I will never forget his extreme bravery and trust when he was hurt and in the midst of the craziness. I will always admire his ability to be strong and sensitive at the same time. He cared about the people around him, and how they were coping, even when we weren't sure how things would turn out. Okay, I have tears streaming down my face-it must be time for me to go to sleep!!!-but truly, I'm so proud of my son, for his ability to overcome adversity, and maintain a positive attitude! And I'm so grateful that both boys are safe, that they've maintained a close bond through the years, and that they look out for each other continously. They are a blessing from God!!!
On that note-please hug your kids tight! Enjoy the time you have with them, even at the rink! :-) Appreciate your parents and siblings. Time together is quality time spent.
Moving on.....the boys and I spent the evening at the rink. The boys were at practice, and then there was a Midget game. It's my week to work at the canteen. What an awesome week to get! This was the only game scheduled. Don't know how our group got so lucky, but I'm sure we'll make up for it on our next week! (We have to do 2 weeks of canteen duty if our kids are involved in hockey or figure skating.) Worked the canteen with two other couples and we had a good time, working and visiting. Great to catch up on everyones lives. Del went to watch a AAA hockey game in town. By the time the boys and i got home, he was snoring. The boys dropped into bed, and I'm winding down on the computer.
So, on Monday morning, I was so motivated to get alot done in the house. My mental list went something like this-paperwork, laundry, bake, clean.........And I got a good start on that list. I answered the phone at around 945, and I was cleaning up the living room. I happened to glance up and out our front window, just as a cattle truck was driving by. Really slow. I happened to mention to Andrea-hmmmm, that truck couldn't be coming here, cuz we're not expecting it, but its going so slow, I wonder if they are picking up our cattle and no one told us. Not 10 seconds later, I heard the long distance call waiting beep on the line. I switched over to it, and a male voice asks if it Del Barkmans home. I say yes, and he asks if hes at the right place. I ask him all the particulars. He informs me hes picking up cattle, and was sent by our cattle buyer. So, I knew Del had spoken with our cattle buyer, but the guy had not called us to inform us of what was going on. So, I'm imagining loading cattle by myself, cuz Del was going to be on the road for work. I called his work, and fortunately for me, He was still there. So, he had to come home. We set up gates and such, and then we loaded cattle. And a bull. Yes, I landed in the 'muck' many times over. I slid down a hill of 'muck, and landed on my front side. I jumped over a fence, and landed on my back side, to avoid a run in with the bull. Let's say by the time we were done loading, I was covered in crap. Literally!!! When I got in, I was so tempted to blog immediately and vent about the joys of farming!!! Instead I hit the shower, threw in another load of laundry, and got to have lunch with Del. Lucky me!!! And, another job taken care of, without any anticipating. By the way, apparently those cattle were sent thru the auction ring yesterday. I don't want to know how they did. Some days I really hate farming!!! It seems like there are way more hate days than love days lately. Don't think you want to hear me rant about the injustices of farming right now!
A friend of mine lost a 33 year old sister to leukemia, yesterday. She had been diagnosed one month ago. This family had lost a 6 yr old son to leukemia 2 yrs ago. She leaves behind a husband and a 6 yr old son. A young man- in Jayde's class at school-his mom is missing for the last 4 days. Mother of 5 children. This young man has had to be a 'parent' for many years already. Okay-now where is the justice in all this?? How do people move on from these travesties? it's one thing as an adult to cope, but how are children and teenagers supposed to deal with tragedy? How much does God send someone's way?? When is it enough?
Kind of puts our lives into perspective. Life is a gift. Family and friends are gifts. They are precious and irreplaceable. Treasure and value them. Live life to the fullest. (Doesn't mean to be an idiot, tho!!)
Don't know if I've mentioned this before. Jayde is scheduled for plastic surgery on Dec. 17. Hopefully this will be his last reconctructive surgery. This is an attempt to 'redo' some of the previous work from 2 years ago. They will try to remove some scar tissue, and then do a skin lift to try to equalize the sizing of his left eye to his right eye. I hope for his sake that this will be a success. He doesn't feel the need for this, but I'd rather have this done now, before it becomes a self esteem issue. I remember shortly after his accident, when his face was bruised, battered, and rather gruesome-he wanted to hide. And yes, that would have been the easy way out. But, the stubborn mother that I am, told him to wear his face-stitches, scars, bruises, and mishapen areas-with pride. I told him it was a story of true courage and bravery. And then, I struggled with thinking I was too hard on him. Should I have eased up and let him feel sorry for himself??? I was so afraid of the emotional scars that this could create. Looking back today, I'm so glad we were tough with him. He seems to have managed so well. But, I don't want him to ever develop a complex about his issues. I actually get really angry when he makes fun of when people stare at him as if he's scary. He may be joking but I still wonder if deep down he hurts about it. He is so not a sensitive kid, but it worries me that his joking and bravado cover up for some inner need to look better. So, in a nutshell, thats why he's having the surgery now. :-) I am so proud of Jayde. He was my hero after his accident. I will never forget his extreme bravery and trust when he was hurt and in the midst of the craziness. I will always admire his ability to be strong and sensitive at the same time. He cared about the people around him, and how they were coping, even when we weren't sure how things would turn out. Okay, I have tears streaming down my face-it must be time for me to go to sleep!!!-but truly, I'm so proud of my son, for his ability to overcome adversity, and maintain a positive attitude! And I'm so grateful that both boys are safe, that they've maintained a close bond through the years, and that they look out for each other continously. They are a blessing from God!!!
On that note-please hug your kids tight! Enjoy the time you have with them, even at the rink! :-) Appreciate your parents and siblings. Time together is quality time spent.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
6 weeks till Christmas!!
Can you believe it??? It's Nov. 12 already???!!! Where does time go?? I've been at home once in awhile this last week, but it seems the computer is one of the last places I end up at! :-) What has this family been doing?? Hmmm, let me think. Work, school, hockey, work, school, hockey,.....once in a while someone cooks, bakes, cleans, and does laundry, and then its work, school, and hockey........I've actually had some days off, but they've not been at home much. I've taken a couple of vehicles in for some much needed tire replacements. I went to the city last week with my parents for moms oncologist appt. That was interesting! The CT results had not come back. So, it was difficult to make any definitive plans regarding chemo. (Yes, we're still waiting to hear from them!) By the way, my dad does not do waiting well!! My mom was quite anxious over the fact she is losing more weight. I guess thats something that she feels is indicative of her disease process.
This last Saturday & Sunday, Del & I had the interesting experience of 'going north' with the Ice Dawgs team. The bus left town at 9 am on Saturday morning, and arrived at our destination by 5 pm. Had a couple of hours for supper and warm up and the young men played a game at 8. Then after the game, it was back on the bus for another hour ride to our night destination. Sunday morning it was breakfast at 10, and the game at 130. Supper followed the game, and on the road home at 6. Arrived back in town at 145 am. Those poor city kids who didn't get in until 4 am!!! Must have been a tough day at work and university for them. It was fun to go on a road trip with the crew. Plenty of time to get to know more about the young men who love the game of hockey. Interesting to see what drives different people. Everyone has a story, you know!!! And everyone needs to feel like there's someone ready to be there and listen! I have to say, being the one female among 27 males, there was no doubt I would be cared for! They are an awesome bunch of young men. Respectful and caring for the needs of the people around them. The arenas and facilities we were in were also cared for. Clean and well maintained. But, the ride was long!! Trees upon trees upon trees. Long stretches of road with nothing but trees. Can't say I'd want to go up there very often, never mind live up there. Imagine where you'd end up if you'd drive the 8 hours to the west, east, or the south!! But, I went north, and I'm glad I got to go! Michelle stayed home with the boys and ensured they were cared for. A big thank you to Dale and Dennis, for hauling the boys to and from their games on Saturday. Sunday, Michelle took them to the local rink. Yes, the boys hockey schedules, have two games scheduled per weekend. That does make it fairly busy.
Yesterday, a day off for everyone. A time of remembrance. A time for respect. What a day to show honor to those who have fought, and those that are still fighting for freedom. I'm not a typical conservative here. I have extreme respect for those who have fought wars. It must take extreme courage and love for your country, to serve it in this way. Would I want to send my boys??? No, but I don't think any parent wants to send their kids into a danger zone. I do appreciate, salute, and have deep gratitude for those that have served and fought for our freedom. To those that are now fighting for someone elses freedom, we are indebted. It's difficult for me to imagine the horrors that people go thru on a daily basis, in this modern age.
Yesterday was also my 2 nieces birthdays. Twins actually. Alyssa and Michelle. 23 years???!!! I remember the day they were born. Blustery day-light snow, wind-was the last combining day of that wet year!! These two girls are such a blessing!!!! I am so proud of them. They are as close as I'm going to get to having girls. Great attitudes, hard working, positive, ........ and they even get passed off as my sisters!! Lucky me! I know both of them read this-so-girls, you are the best! You are both special is so many different ways. I love you both very much!!!! Yeah, you can bring out the Kleenex now!!
The boys had their first parent teacher conference of the year, this evening. Well, lets say that nothing really changes with my two. Gym-top of the class. Neatness and organization-not the top of the class. And, both of them are having issues with English/language arts. Not surprising. It's not my strong suit, and I'm supposed to find a way to encourage them with it!! Del and I will have to come up with a plan to motivate both of them to spend a little more time on essays, stories, and other writing projects. It's so easy to take the easy way out and then in the end, you wish you'd actually checked for spelling and grammatical errors. Grrrr. Guess those extra minutes would be helpful. Okay, I also admit, that I expect a fair bit from the kids. Sometimes, I even expect too much. Yeah, I'm a type A personality. But, if you don't push them to do well, and expect them to do their best, who will???? :-) I try to be very careful on not pushing too hard, and definitely not comparing the two boys. They are both very different and very much the same, all at the same time. Both unique. And they don't need to be reminded of how the other is doing. They do enough of that on their own!
I'm getting long winded........
Today, I was in the city with a good friend. Had an awesome time.
Thank you Andrea-for being an awesome friend!
Thank you Linda-for the best walk the other night!!
Thank you Michelle-for being an amazing neighbour, 'baby-sitter', and fellow employee!
Thank you Beth-for the sweet texts you send my way, and your honesty.
Family is so special. I don't ever want to take my husband and boys for granted. God blessed me with an amazing family. Del, Jayde, and Kyle-I am so grateful for each of you!! I love you dearly!!
This last Saturday & Sunday, Del & I had the interesting experience of 'going north' with the Ice Dawgs team. The bus left town at 9 am on Saturday morning, and arrived at our destination by 5 pm. Had a couple of hours for supper and warm up and the young men played a game at 8. Then after the game, it was back on the bus for another hour ride to our night destination. Sunday morning it was breakfast at 10, and the game at 130. Supper followed the game, and on the road home at 6. Arrived back in town at 145 am. Those poor city kids who didn't get in until 4 am!!! Must have been a tough day at work and university for them. It was fun to go on a road trip with the crew. Plenty of time to get to know more about the young men who love the game of hockey. Interesting to see what drives different people. Everyone has a story, you know!!! And everyone needs to feel like there's someone ready to be there and listen! I have to say, being the one female among 27 males, there was no doubt I would be cared for! They are an awesome bunch of young men. Respectful and caring for the needs of the people around them. The arenas and facilities we were in were also cared for. Clean and well maintained. But, the ride was long!! Trees upon trees upon trees. Long stretches of road with nothing but trees. Can't say I'd want to go up there very often, never mind live up there. Imagine where you'd end up if you'd drive the 8 hours to the west, east, or the south!! But, I went north, and I'm glad I got to go! Michelle stayed home with the boys and ensured they were cared for. A big thank you to Dale and Dennis, for hauling the boys to and from their games on Saturday. Sunday, Michelle took them to the local rink. Yes, the boys hockey schedules, have two games scheduled per weekend. That does make it fairly busy.
Yesterday, a day off for everyone. A time of remembrance. A time for respect. What a day to show honor to those who have fought, and those that are still fighting for freedom. I'm not a typical conservative here. I have extreme respect for those who have fought wars. It must take extreme courage and love for your country, to serve it in this way. Would I want to send my boys??? No, but I don't think any parent wants to send their kids into a danger zone. I do appreciate, salute, and have deep gratitude for those that have served and fought for our freedom. To those that are now fighting for someone elses freedom, we are indebted. It's difficult for me to imagine the horrors that people go thru on a daily basis, in this modern age.
Yesterday was also my 2 nieces birthdays. Twins actually. Alyssa and Michelle. 23 years???!!! I remember the day they were born. Blustery day-light snow, wind-was the last combining day of that wet year!! These two girls are such a blessing!!!! I am so proud of them. They are as close as I'm going to get to having girls. Great attitudes, hard working, positive, ........ and they even get passed off as my sisters!! Lucky me! I know both of them read this-so-girls, you are the best! You are both special is so many different ways. I love you both very much!!!! Yeah, you can bring out the Kleenex now!!
The boys had their first parent teacher conference of the year, this evening. Well, lets say that nothing really changes with my two. Gym-top of the class. Neatness and organization-not the top of the class. And, both of them are having issues with English/language arts. Not surprising. It's not my strong suit, and I'm supposed to find a way to encourage them with it!! Del and I will have to come up with a plan to motivate both of them to spend a little more time on essays, stories, and other writing projects. It's so easy to take the easy way out and then in the end, you wish you'd actually checked for spelling and grammatical errors. Grrrr. Guess those extra minutes would be helpful. Okay, I also admit, that I expect a fair bit from the kids. Sometimes, I even expect too much. Yeah, I'm a type A personality. But, if you don't push them to do well, and expect them to do their best, who will???? :-) I try to be very careful on not pushing too hard, and definitely not comparing the two boys. They are both very different and very much the same, all at the same time. Both unique. And they don't need to be reminded of how the other is doing. They do enough of that on their own!
I'm getting long winded........
Today, I was in the city with a good friend. Had an awesome time.
Thank you Andrea-for being an awesome friend!
Thank you Linda-for the best walk the other night!!
Thank you Michelle-for being an amazing neighbour, 'baby-sitter', and fellow employee!
Thank you Beth-for the sweet texts you send my way, and your honesty.
Family is so special. I don't ever want to take my husband and boys for granted. God blessed me with an amazing family. Del, Jayde, and Kyle-I am so grateful for each of you!! I love you dearly!!
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Wants vs. Needs
Good morning everyone. It's Saturday morning, the sun is kind-of shining, and we actually had a sleep-in at our house. That's pretty special. Today is going to be an action packed day of hockey. We were going to move some more cattle home this morning, but we concluded we might not have enough time before we're off to the rinks. Del did go set up panels and gates in the pasture where we have to round up the animals, but the actual chase and ride home might have to wait. The boys hockey season schedules officially start with games today. And of course, in separate rinks. One goes north, the other goes west. But, fortunately for us, the boys have some close friends on their teams; so we get together on car pooling and have a great time with whoever we go with. Today its Lucas with Kyle, and Trent with Jayde. Or vice versa. Come to think of it, its usually Trent and Jayde together. Those two have played together since Jayde started years ago. And Kyle gets to play with Lucas every other year. What a blessing to have friends to hang out with. And it gets better-their parents are awesome too. Thought we'd have Blayze today-he's our other hockey son-but his grandpa gets to take him. So, what I'm trying to say is, we're very grateful for friends, adult and children.
Then tonight, its off to my hockey game. Don't get too excited. I wish I could skate, but no, I'm not playing. I get to be behind the bench once again for the Ice Dawgs. Undefeated so far this year. Hopefully they continue on that streak tonight!!! They play tonight and tomorrow afternoon. Then, Tuesday, at home, and next weekend on the road. They're up north next weekend. I don't usually go on the road with them, but I think next weekend, Del & I will join them for the trip up north. I've never been that far north, and they need someone to go along to help with medical stuff. So they leave Saturday morning, drive all day, play saturday evening and Sunday afternoon, and then they're back Sunday night, late.
I survived my four days of work last weekend. My goodness, we had some busy days there! Think I earned my paycheck!! Wed and Thurs, I spent catching up at home. Friday, i went to town for an inservice, which didn't happen, and then back home for farm paperwork. After Del came home from work, we went to one of our pastures, and rounded up some cattle and brought them home. It actually worked well. Then my parents were over for supper, and they and Rol and Laureen, Alyssa, and STacey, joined us for cake and ice cream last night. We were celebrating Jayde's birthday a little late. He's not been home for an evening, since before his birthday, over a week ago. He has been busy with youth, hockey, and volleyball. His volleyball team went to Zones on Thursday, and lost by 2 points in the finals. So close!!!! He says he played well. He loves his sports!!! So now volleyball is done, and he can focus on hockey. And school! Can't forget that. Kyle has one more week of volleyball left. His final tournament is next Thursday.
How spoiled are we and our children?? This is the question we've been discussing as friends and at work. It's hard for us to imagine the plight of others around the world. I think statistically we are 99% wealthier than others. Hmmm, now thats food for thought. If we are that 'wealthy', and you consider the people you know who have so much more, then think of how little the other 98% has. It seems our needs are a little shallow. Our wants have become our needs. Makes me wonder if we're not enabling our children to appreciate what they have. How do we teach our kids to appreciate what they have, and make sure they don't think their wants are their needs. How do I ensure my boys respect and appreciate their 'comfy' lifestyle??? How do I ensure they catch on to 'earning' their wants? I for one don't want to raise some 'spoiled brats'. I want the kids to feel great self worth in what they become and what they accomplish. I want them to know what they have is a privilege, and not a right. Somedays I question if we go about this the right way.
Mom had her Ct scan on Thursday. Have to mention how grateful I am to my family for all their help this week. Dad had his cataract removed on Tuesday, had a follow up appt. on Wed, and moms CT on Thurs-and I did not have to go to any of them. Talk about a holiday for me!!!! Thanks to Rol and Laureen, Anita, and Alyssa. So, it must be my turn to take mom for her oncologist appt on Wed. This is the day we see the CT results, and the decision is made to continue or stop chemo. Yes, it will be a big day!!
Can you believe it??? My boys are both up and out of bed. Guess I better drum up an adequate breakfast/lunch for them. They're going to need as much energy as possible for their afternoon games! Have an awesome fall weekend.
Go Bombers Go!!!
Then tonight, its off to my hockey game. Don't get too excited. I wish I could skate, but no, I'm not playing. I get to be behind the bench once again for the Ice Dawgs. Undefeated so far this year. Hopefully they continue on that streak tonight!!! They play tonight and tomorrow afternoon. Then, Tuesday, at home, and next weekend on the road. They're up north next weekend. I don't usually go on the road with them, but I think next weekend, Del & I will join them for the trip up north. I've never been that far north, and they need someone to go along to help with medical stuff. So they leave Saturday morning, drive all day, play saturday evening and Sunday afternoon, and then they're back Sunday night, late.
I survived my four days of work last weekend. My goodness, we had some busy days there! Think I earned my paycheck!! Wed and Thurs, I spent catching up at home. Friday, i went to town for an inservice, which didn't happen, and then back home for farm paperwork. After Del came home from work, we went to one of our pastures, and rounded up some cattle and brought them home. It actually worked well. Then my parents were over for supper, and they and Rol and Laureen, Alyssa, and STacey, joined us for cake and ice cream last night. We were celebrating Jayde's birthday a little late. He's not been home for an evening, since before his birthday, over a week ago. He has been busy with youth, hockey, and volleyball. His volleyball team went to Zones on Thursday, and lost by 2 points in the finals. So close!!!! He says he played well. He loves his sports!!! So now volleyball is done, and he can focus on hockey. And school! Can't forget that. Kyle has one more week of volleyball left. His final tournament is next Thursday.
How spoiled are we and our children?? This is the question we've been discussing as friends and at work. It's hard for us to imagine the plight of others around the world. I think statistically we are 99% wealthier than others. Hmmm, now thats food for thought. If we are that 'wealthy', and you consider the people you know who have so much more, then think of how little the other 98% has. It seems our needs are a little shallow. Our wants have become our needs. Makes me wonder if we're not enabling our children to appreciate what they have. How do we teach our kids to appreciate what they have, and make sure they don't think their wants are their needs. How do I ensure my boys respect and appreciate their 'comfy' lifestyle??? How do I ensure they catch on to 'earning' their wants? I for one don't want to raise some 'spoiled brats'. I want the kids to feel great self worth in what they become and what they accomplish. I want them to know what they have is a privilege, and not a right. Somedays I question if we go about this the right way.
Mom had her Ct scan on Thursday. Have to mention how grateful I am to my family for all their help this week. Dad had his cataract removed on Tuesday, had a follow up appt. on Wed, and moms CT on Thurs-and I did not have to go to any of them. Talk about a holiday for me!!!! Thanks to Rol and Laureen, Anita, and Alyssa. So, it must be my turn to take mom for her oncologist appt on Wed. This is the day we see the CT results, and the decision is made to continue or stop chemo. Yes, it will be a big day!!
Can you believe it??? My boys are both up and out of bed. Guess I better drum up an adequate breakfast/lunch for them. They're going to need as much energy as possible for their afternoon games! Have an awesome fall weekend.
Go Bombers Go!!!
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