I am in something close to love but not quite!

With the internet and the high speed connection we have.
Tonight before bed we were discussing color and light waves and the color spectrum.
Hockey Player was taking it all in.
The wheels were turning.
He peppered me with questions left and right.
Some I could answer.
Then there were those that just boggled my brain.
A 10 year old was thinking up all the things and they never have crossed my mind in all these years.
Like, "How is it we see gold?" "or silver?" "or what about gray?"
AIY!
So just before bed tonight I did a search online and came up with 2 fabulous sites to start with. Now I just have to decide when I am going to let him sit and read the information.
I saw those wheels turning. It can only mean one thing. He will become absorbed in this material and get nothing else done till he has exhausted his list of questions.
Yeah for technology and the resources it provides when the children want to know why? ? ? ?

Happy Birthday Daddy's Buddy!

**a quick side note** Daddy's Buddy dug into the present pile while Flutter Nutter was in his room getting dressed. He started with the present from Kelly cousins.
As soon as the words Indiana Jones were spoke, Flutter Nutter came running. He was soo excited, he couldn't get his shirt on straight, it was backwards and then the arms and the head hole and it was just crazy. Who thought to make shirts so complicated? Didn't they know boys have more important things to figure out, like Indian Jones Legos!

Birthday Sayings....

Today is Daddy's Buddy's birthday.
He is 6!
He is not my little baby anymore.
It is like pulling toenails to get hugs at bedtime. Don't even ask for kisses.
He does like to surprise me every once in a while with a hug of his own or snuggles.
This morning started with the question,
"Do you feel any different?"
DB: "Yes, bigger."

The morning quoteables didn't stop there.
When asked, "What do you want for lunch?"
DB relpied, "Steak and ribs!"
I just fell over wanting to die. Where did that come from?
Fun Mom asked, "Do you even know what ribs are?"
DB: "Yes"
FM: "Where did you learn about ribs?"
DB: "Last night."
The light bulb clicks on. Fun Mom informs me that while I was at hockey practice they were watching BBQ Pitmasters on TV. The boys were oohing and ahhhin over the food being shown. It didn't suprise me, I had instant flashbacks to Hockey Player a few years back. He loved to watch the cooking shows. He had lots to say and ideas of what to make in the kitchen. He even concocted his own recipe for Sugar Pie, that we just had to make. We did. Fortunately for me, I was pregnant and on a restricted diet so I was unable to try it. :)
Steak and Ribs...my boys are going to kill the grocery budget in a big way.

Then we moved onto presents. He was so excited about his "mother load"
The present to be all presents.
The Spark Scooter.
Mom, "Are you excited?"
DB: "Of course I am, it shoots sparks." all said matter of factly. What could I have been thinking?

Just before going to see Grandpa, he came into my room, hugged me and told me this is the best birthday ever. It isn't even lunch yet. So glad it is the best birthday ever for my young man.

Flutter Nutter's nose

Flutter Nutter has the cutest little nose, if I might say.
But he has the best working nose as well.
He can be clear down in the dungeon (aka, basement) and very quickly catch the smell of something cooking.
It doesn't take long to hear, "I smell something." and "Mommy, what is it?"
Me: "Dinner"
FN: "What kind of dinner?"
The last question is very important as he likes sweets, chicken nuggets and fish sticks, and hot dogs. So I must respond with, "Something yummy!"
FN: "Okay."
Then off to the stove to investigate.
To which he hears, "Get down before you get burned."
FN: "OK"
The fact that his nose works so well is amazing. Because his mouth and tummy don't seem to work as well. We have the hardest time getting this kid to eat more than "2 bites". The required amount he must try before being done. Dad is trying for 3 bites...but it is with gnashing of teeth, and not the gnashing that involves chewing. We have even tried to encourage him to eat so he can grow big and strong. He absolutely has no desire to get bigger. He wants to be little forever!

Surgery Update!

I received more info tonight from a mutual friend who has been updating for our friends on Facebook.

**most recent update **The tumor was smaller than before which means less trauma to the rest of her body from removal. It did seem a little odd so they will wait the pathology report befoe knowing what kind of tumor it is. She will be in ICU today and tomorrow and if all goes well she can move to the hotel by Thursday or Friday.

Prayer Update -- Prayers of Thanksgiving!

I am so tickled and pleased to share this bit of information. My dear friend's husband posted on facebook today and her daughter called to share with me that all went well with the surgery. Sounds like it was a 6 hour surgery. A long, long wait. I haven't stopped rejoicing or thanking the Lord for His mercy and grace for this wonderful family!
*** Praise the Lord Janet is out of surgery. The doctor is very pleased with surgery and feels everything went well. Janet will go to recovery and then to ICU. She will be there until tomorrow sometime. Thanks for all your prayers. I will update laters when Janet is awake. **
(facebook post from this afternoon!)

MOre Quaker Coupons!

Taking a few minutes to order free samples on the internet and I came across this great coupon for Quaker Oatmeal here.
My kiddos love their oatmeal.
I love to stock up when there is a sale and coupons aren't always easy to come by.
Thanks Quaker.