Finally, His Six Month Pictures (P)

I took a ton and I do mean a ton. This one just happened to be the best shot of the bear.
I like this one because it's very much Brady. He's always got that finger in his mouth.
Going to need a little more practice working with two kids...

Did you know?

Very interesting!!
1. What is America 's first line of missile interceptor defense that, protects the entire United States ? 49th Missile Defense Battalion of Alaska National Guard.
2. What is the only National Guard Unit on permanent active duty? 49th Missile Defense Battalion of Alaska National Guard.
3. Who is the Commander in Chief of the 49th Missile Defense Battalion of Alaska National Guard? Governor Sarah Palin.
4. What U.S. governor is routinely briefed on highly classified military issues, homeland security and counter terrorism? Governor Sarah Palin, Alaska.
5. What U.S. governor has a higher classified security rating than either candidate of the Democrat Party? Governor Sarah Palin, Alaska.

Mondays

I can’t say that I feel like I’m being swallowed whole but I definitely feel like my life is slowly eating me up. I feel like I can’t get on top of anything. My house, my family, my job, sleep, my purse (if you really want to know the state of my life take a look at my purse, I have what I need in there but there is also a lot of crap I don’t need and it’s hard to find anything.) I find it hard to believe God would care about my little daily activities like picking up dry cleaning or exercising. I’ve been told he does but how could HE even fit it all in? Seriously?!?! Prioritizing, right? Ya, I know, put the big rocks in first yadda, yadda, yadda. (thanks Franklin Covey for you’re handy dandy day planner that I never used.) First things first. Time with God would probably be good. So can any of you relate? Words of encouragement, advice, scripture, empathy? Anything’s welcome. Of course prayer is always appreciated. Does anyone else need/want prayer? Let me know.
Another thing. It's too bad when, after spending the weekend hanging out with your family, you say "I got nothing done". Tommy said that last night. I can't get mad, I often feel the same way.
Thanks Lord for the time together this weekend!!

Movie Review Time

Tommy and I finally got some "mommy and daddy" time this weekend. We saw the movie FIREPROOF starring Kirk Cameron (Another blast from the past, the NKOTB reunion tour hit the Cities this last week. Check out the friendly review http://roehls.blogspot.com/2008/10/nkotb.html ) The movie is about a firefighter named Caleb who finds himself on the verge of divorce. There are a couple of corny parts (it's slightly low budget) but there are a few good laughs too. Over all the movie is entertaining and has a AWESOME Christian message. I'm sure that many could relate to struggles the couple faces. There was one argument scene that I realized the theater was completely silent and I was almost holding my breath. (and no, it's not because the theater was empty, it was actually hard to find seats) There were several other scenes I found myself looking away a little because I was relating so well that I was a little ashamed. Anyway, if you don't want to spend $20 to see it in the theater check it out when it hits DVD. It's worth it.
http://www.fireproofthemovie.com/
(watch the trailer and PLEASE PASS THIS ON)
Did I mention that it is a little bit of a tear jerker too? Oh and for the guys out there. Tommy liked it too. He did admit he was a little nervous it was going to suck after the first 10 minutes, but it redeemed itself. Or should I say, Christ redeemed it. ;o)

Mr. Brady

It's 5 am and only one of us is where their supposed to be. Tommy's asleep on the couch, Haylie's in our bed and I'm here. ;o) That leaves Mr. Brady who's been a great little sleeper since his shots Friday. His 6 month appt. went well, he's ONLY 20 lbs. 10 oz. We thought he was going to weigh in at more, but 20+ lbs. is still pretty hefty. Ask my back. I'm glad he's a sturdy little guy. Last weekend I put Brady on the floor for some tummy time and then answered the phone. When I turned back around a minute later I saw Haylie standing on him. He wasn't really crying just whining a little and grunting. After screaming I offered a trade in places to see if she would like it but with me on top. Tempting sometimes...

A Whole New World

I still don't fully understand facebook and I'm struggling a bit with the concept (good/bad/ugly)...but I did find this interesting article.
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/07/magazine/07awareness-t.html

The Garden Patch (S)