This is me posting one picture, a short caption and going straight to bed.
Please ignore the fact that it’s already 1 am and I drank some coffee at 11 pm.
Yes, I am an idiot.
How’s that for a caption — Yes, I am an idiot.
I like it. It’s short, pithy and isn’t very difficult to spell.
Goofy faces but sweet children.
So it doesn’t have anything to do with the actual picture, I’m still finding my way on this Short Blog Post path.
Kathy
Project 366 – Day 6
I asked one of my children how I was going to be able to get to bed at a decent hour next week when School Starts and life as we know it (aka Holiday Hours) ends.
First, you stop blogging, my helpful child responded, then you, pay attention here, Mom, you turn off the computer, walk away and go to bed.
Just walk away.
Ah, so young to have such wisdom.
But my bloggy fans, I sputtered, surely you don’t expect me to leave them without exciting, witty posts to read each morning?
The world, weary sigh and slight shake of the head said it all.
Just walk away, Mom.
Thankfully Tim spoke up and said I could always post a picture and short caption and still make it to bed before midnight. Obviously he has proper respect for our devoted readers.
Sadly, I don’t even have a decent picture for today. We had a co-op meeting in the morning and saw an incredible rainbow on the way home. Have you ever taken a picture while driving? Let’s just say it’s definitely not a skill I have quite perfected.
It’s just shy of midnight and I’m going to follow my beloved child’s advice. Of course, I need to start the dishwasher on my way, oh and throw in a load of clothes, turn off the lights, and put away the juice someone left out.
But then, I’m going straight to bed.
Kathy
Don’t tell the children – we aren’t going to fully begin school until Monday.
Shhhh!
We’ve been doing a little math here and some reading there, but nothing serious. It’s not completely my fault. Oh, I wanted to get back on track, waking up early and hitting those books with a jam-packed schedule, but the house has been full of children ever since New Year’s Day.
And I’m not talking about the five who live here.
Let’s see, New Year’s Day we had a party. The evening came to an end much too soon so we begged to have the five P. children over for the night. They stayed until mid morning Wednesday when I returned them to their (very cheerful and refreshed looking) mother. I couldn’t just ‘drop and run,’ I had to stay for a little visit. Just being polite, you understand. There went the morning and lunch time.
In the afternoon another friend called to see if she could come over for coffee and computer work (two of my favorite things). I somehow managed to end my exciting school planning session and welcome her crew of kiddos.
No school.
Today we had MORE visitors. Some dear friends are home from serving in Africa for a year. The parents had a meeting today and the two boys needed a place to go.
Joshua and the boys played an incredibly LONG game of Axis and Allies.
You see how we suffer, forced to sleep in every morning and then visit with friends all day.
Kids galore and no school, it’s a difficult life.
Of course, Monday is going to hit everyone pretty hard. This late night blogger is going to feel it the most, I’m afraid. I have a LOT to do before then.
And that’s not including the general laundry, house cleaning, and meal prep that requires constant attention.
Fire up the French Press and pass the coffee beans!
How about your family? When does your school (home or otherwise) resume? Did your children go back to school Wednesday? Anyone else easing into school a little slowly? Do you think a true night owl can get to bed early enough to wake up before 8 am on a regular basis? What time does your homeschool begin?
It’s much too rainy and gray here in WA, let’s move this game to Lake Michigan. Um, you boys are a little over-dressed for the beach!
Gotta love that Photoshop! 
Kathy
Project 366 – Day 3
My friend Julee came for a visit this afternoon. She brought along her two boys, her oldest daughter and her dog, Mia. It was a lovely time – coffee, silly kids and good conversation. At some point Chandler (two this month) decided Mia needed to go for a walk.
Well, walking the dog is an important task. Of course, when you’re a toddler the walk tends to be a wee bit short.
And it takes place indoors.
You do, however, get to see some exotic sights. I mean, check out that Princess Popcorn Tin. You don’t see something like that every day.
Who knows where this hallway will lead.
In this case the hall way led to the living room. We’re exploring now!
With every journey there are often difficult obstacles to overcome. A piano leg and a doggy leash can result in a terrible mess.
Thankfully, assistance comes in many shapes and forms – this one arrived in slippers and pink socks.
At the end of the day, there is nothing quite like the feeling of knowing you have successfully completed an important job.
It was quite an adventure, but Chandler and Mia were troopers. I know they both felt better after the exercise.
Stay tuned, I can’t wait to introduce you to a wonderfully talented friend of mine.
Kathy
Project 366 – Day 2
Happy New Year!! My house is so tidy. Nothing like hosting a party to inspire me to clean. And, of course, there is nothing like having an inspired mother to motivate children to clean.
Hannah, Emma, Annie B, Bethany and Rachel enjoy some pizza between giggles.
We had three families over for games and dinner this afternoon. We managed to play Carcassonne, Scum (lots of rounds), and Saga. The boys played outside with various weaponry. The girls sat on the couch, told stories and laughed. The little girls got into the dress-up clothes, the dolls and ended up with a game of Sleeping Queens.
We had pizza, taco soup, corn bread, veggies and dip, chips, and a lovely assortment of sweets. It was the perfect way to begin the new year. We even managed to keep five of the children overnight for an impromptu slumber party.
I’m not ready for school and structured life to begin again. I still have some Christmas cards left to send out. If our tree is still up and the Christmas cards list not finished, can I declare the Christmas holidays officially NOT over??
Kathy
Project 366 – Day 1