Therapy, or maybe a new job

Some call me a knitting fruit, and now I've knitted fruit.I am hoping to sell some sets. (That's where the job part comes in).

So, how do you like them apples?

Feast of the Arch Angels

We made devil's food cake and then we stabbed that devil with a fork!
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and the evil spirits who prowl throughout the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

New belts for all!

The kids all tested this past Saturday and received new belts in TKD. A and S are now green belst, and T and M are now orange. They all BROKE BOARDS!!!!! Yeah, so I'll just try not to get them mad at me anymore.....

Randomness

A contest for the Iowejuns: What store does this sign remind you of? First correct answer gets a prize-really, I'll send you some NC soft mints-they are yummilicious.
For Ann J, a tobacco machine. Not quite like the one I told you about.
The kids and I call this "bare naked tobaccy," and it makes us laugh. Click on the picture to see it up close.

T Bird's birthday

His "Mama made" gift, a new robe, with his initials on the pockets. (Not my finest hour, sewing-wise).
The stomp rocket was, by far, the big hit. They played with it over and over and over....
He sure was a happy eight year old! BTW, he chose rice krispie treats instead of a cake, so we made a tower of them with candles.

Long time no talk

FYI for those who are interested: we are ok here, I just don't feel like talking. Doing a lot of thinking, though........................

Another Friday, another week

Every Friday I am grateful that we have finished another week, and that the weekend is here. Usually this means that Matt will be home, but tonight he is still in an airport waiting for his flight. It has been delayed 2 or 3 times today, as he was supposed to leave at 6:30. I feel bad that he has to just sit there, when he has already worked a long day. I feel bad because I know he missed us and wants to be home where he can relax. I feel bad for the kids because they miss him terribly. Gosh, this has been a long week.

On another note, my grama is in the hospital in Des Moines. I am worried about her and wish I was there.

A stormy night here

It has been cool (cold?) here the last 2-3 days, and tonight it is raining and blowing. I am liking it, as it feels comforting and familiar; like fall back home. Time to be inside and snuggle close with a good story. Today was a difficult one, for several reasons. Would you please say a little prayer for our family? We need divine guidance to discern some things.