Pajama time

The boys got matching pajamas for the month of October. Getting them to sit still for a picture was a whole different story.  Korvin did alright, but ken is just getting really good at moving at the last minute so all of his pictures are blurry.  Kenaniah is busy trying hard to keep up with all the things Korvin does.  Once he starts walking Korvin is going to love it.  A full time assistant in trouble making!!
The best one we got!

Playing with Davy Jones.

What is my crazy brother doing to that dog?


Breaking Free

     On October 6th I had the pleasure to sit in on a tele-conference with Mama Fusion.  Below you will find my overview of the call,and my interpretation of Emily's plan.

     Do you feel lost in motherhood? Does it feel like society is pushing you to be June Cleaver?  Come see how one mom over came the pressure, and wants to help you break out.

     After the birth of her second daughter Emily felt lost.  She was unhappy, and generally felt that she was being a bad parent.  Her brain was telling her to do better at things like cooking gourmet meals, and having a pristine house.  Her heart's desire was buried under it all.

     She found she had been crushed under society's perfect picture of being a mother.  When she found the courage to step out, and be the mom she wanted to be life was better for the entire family. The relationship with her husband, and her kids improved.

     Before she found her focus she just stumbled through her everyday motions to try and fit society's picture.  Now she is spending more quality time with her kids and husband.  She had spent a large "quantity" of time with her family before, but the quality of that time was poor.  She spent it trying to decide what was the next step to fill the mold she thought she needed to fill.

     God made Emily to be a spunky free spirit.  What was God's design for you?  Sit back for a minute and think about all the things you like to do.  Does the world's perfect mold of parenting keep you from being the person inside that you miss and love?

     Is your inner self caked with the dirt of society's ideals?  Join Emily at Mama Fusion for Finding the Focus.  She will show you how to break free of the dirt and grime that society has thrown at you over the years.  Don't be what people have told you that you should or can be! Be the unique person that God designed you to be.

If you would like to hear a recording of the entire call.  Visit Mama Fusion's Monthly Call tab.

If you would like a chance to attend Finding the Focus for free the entry for is here.  The winner will be drawn on October 14th.

I'm Versatile!

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     Hooray!! Yippee!! I got a blog award. I was very excited last night when I went to check my blog, and found an award.  Who knew little old me would get an award.

     Thank you so much Lacey for choosing to pass the award on to me.  Everyone please go by, and check out Lacey's blog. Little Miss Nerd Girl   Yeah!!! Still excited!!!


By accepting this award I agree to do the following:
  •  Thank the blogger who awarded me with a link back to him/her.
  •  Share seven things about myself.
  •  Pass the award on to fifteen other newly discovered blogs.
Seven things about me:
  1. I was in the United States Navy for six years working in nuclear power.  I met my husband there.
  2. I was born and raised in Texas. I love to go back, and visit all my family.
  3. I have lived in Texas, Illinois, South Carolina, Virginia, and North Carolina. Now we are back in Virginia at least for a little while.
  4. I have visited a handful of foreign countries: Crete, Spain (3 times), Italy (2 times), Greece, Turkey, Slovenia, and Dubai UAE.  I think that is all of them.
  5. I have 2 little boys with unusual names, Korvin and Kenaniah.
  6. I love to: read, garden, play with my kids, cook anything, surf on the internet, and spend time with family and friends.
  7. I am currently on a self improvement kick. I am working on taking time for me, eating better, and hope to start a fitness routine soon.
The Nominees Are:

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  1.  A Day in the Life           
  2.   Mama Fusion         
  3. A Mommy's Lifestyle        
  4. Back Porchervations 
  5. Memoirs of a Mama              
  6. Busy Julie            
  7. Average Moms Wear Capes 
  8. A Little Simplicity            
  9.   Glo Sews                 
  10. Julie Everyday          
  11. Mindfully Frugal Mom 
  12. Sassy Saving Moms         
  13. This is no Ordinary Kid         
  14. Margs for Mommy      
  15. Emily at Home

Wow picking out people was tough.  I hope everyone shares the joy around.  I really was excited to see an award just for me.  Share a bright spot in someone's day.



The Garden!

     The garden we had this year was very small, and only had the basics for my kitchen in it.  The military transferred us right in the middle of prime planting season.  Between two kids, a husband, and household stuff there was no way i could plant a big garden. The good news is this year I will have plenty of time to prepare.


     I love having the ability to run out to the garden, and grab something for dinner.  It really is fun for me, and my two year old loves to go out with me.  As the end of garden season for area is coming to an end I am making up all kinds of things to freeze, can, or dry for the winter.  In a previous blog I made Pesto to store in the freezer.  My family loves pesto sauces, and really do not think that the batch I made will last us very long.  I will however hold off on using it until I just can not stand it any more.

     I have been daydreaming of the things I can plant next year.  There are so many things I want to plant. However there is only so much room.  I am trying to convince my hubby to make me a raised bed for more space.

Things I know I will plant.
  • tomatoes
  • bell peppers
  • jalapenos
  • spicy basil
  • oregano
  • thyme
  • rosemary
  • black eyed peas
Things I want to plant
  • garlic
  • onions
  • eggplant
  • squash 
  • okra
  • maybe some mint for a few mojitos
     Do you ever think of planting a garden?  What would you plant?  What are your favorite vegetables and herbs? Not sure you have the time. Just plant some herbs in pots, and place them near the door you typically leave the house from.  On your way out take a pitcher of water for the plants, and leave the pitcher on the porch.  Then just take the pitcher back inside with you on your way in.