With temperatures in the 40's today, we have begun the meltdown from our record breaking snowfall. This weekend we will likely see 60 degree weather and the Blizzard of 2011 will be officially behind us.
The boys and I had a good day today. After running some errands we had Happy Meals at McD's then a bouncing fun time at the inflatables place. Daddy took us out to dinner at our favorite Mexican restaurant after JJ took a late afternoon nap.
We are all in better spirits thanks to the sunshine, activity and no doubt the Mexican food :) For the most part I really didn't mind being stuck at home with my favorite people for the past week and a half.
"God's voice thunders in marvelous ways; He does great things beyond our understanding. He says to the snow, 'Fall on the earth' and to the rain shower, 'Be a mighty downpour.' So that everyone He has made may know His work, He stops all people from their labor." Job 37: 5-7
Friday, February 11, 2011
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Blizzard 2011: Day 10
Highlights of today: DVR hookup, mail delivery, mandatory rest time & a chocolate shake from Sonic. I won't list the low points. Looking forward to the weekend thaw!
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Blizzard 2011: Day 9
Today was the day that the boys got on each other's nerves, both shed tears at least twice, and their appetites were ENORMOUS! At least we are all healthy (jinks)!
It snowed all night and continued until about noon. We ended up with an additional 5 inches. We have now broken the record for total snowfall in a single winter season - 26.1 inches! After his chauffer :) dropped him off after work, Jimmie shoveled the driveway AGAIN. He is going to try to DRIVE HIMSELF to work tomorrow!
I had to laugh at myself today when AJ told me he saw the mail truck drive by and I got REALLY EXCITED! That is pretty sad when mail delivery warrants the reaction I had. But my excitement was short lived. I put on my boots and trudged through the snow to the mailbox only to find it empty. The truck drove right past but had nothing for us. What has my life become?
No school tomorrow. We do have the cable guy scheduled (I should say re-scheduled since last week was our original appointment) to set us up with DVR. I can hear it now - "They don't have DVR??!! Are you kidding??!!" Not kidding - but we will soon join the rest of you who say things like "I'm going to get caught up on my shows this weekend" without needing a VCR :) I'm pretty excited and think it will totally change how we watch TV.
It snowed all night and continued until about noon. We ended up with an additional 5 inches. We have now broken the record for total snowfall in a single winter season - 26.1 inches! After his chauffer :) dropped him off after work, Jimmie shoveled the driveway AGAIN. He is going to try to DRIVE HIMSELF to work tomorrow!
I had to laugh at myself today when AJ told me he saw the mail truck drive by and I got REALLY EXCITED! That is pretty sad when mail delivery warrants the reaction I had. But my excitement was short lived. I put on my boots and trudged through the snow to the mailbox only to find it empty. The truck drove right past but had nothing for us. What has my life become?
No school tomorrow. We do have the cable guy scheduled (I should say re-scheduled since last week was our original appointment) to set us up with DVR. I can hear it now - "They don't have DVR??!! Are you kidding??!!" Not kidding - but we will soon join the rest of you who say things like "I'm going to get caught up on my shows this weekend" without needing a VCR :) I'm pretty excited and think it will totally change how we watch TV.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Blizzard 2011: Day 8
With another snowstorm headed our way, I spent my day running errands to the grocery store, pharmacy, library, and picked up my contacts at the eye doctor. While I was out and about the boys had a highly anticipated playdate at a friends house. They were so excited to see their buddies & have a change of scenery. I was grateful for the time to do my own thing and get mentally prepared for the next few days. We have done well so far to not go stir crazy, but the rest of the week may be challenging.
We are expecting another 5-8 inches of snow overnight and tomorrow. I predict the boys won't be back in school until next Monday. That didn't keep AJ from finishing his Valentine's collection box on time (it would have been due tomorrow). He was proud of the way it turned out. JJ insisted on being in the picture and was acting very silly!
We cut out lots of hearts from construction paper, glued them on, and then applied Mod Podge to seal it. Pretty Cute, huh? AJ isn't quite the ladies man as he was in Kindergarten (you can read about that here ). At least he doesn't lead me to believe he is anyway. But I'm sure he will get plenty of valentines. That is IF he can get back to school before the holiday passes us by!!
We are expecting another 5-8 inches of snow overnight and tomorrow. I predict the boys won't be back in school until next Monday. That didn't keep AJ from finishing his Valentine's collection box on time (it would have been due tomorrow). He was proud of the way it turned out. JJ insisted on being in the picture and was acting very silly!
We cut out lots of hearts from construction paper, glued them on, and then applied Mod Podge to seal it. Pretty Cute, huh? AJ isn't quite the ladies man as he was in Kindergarten (you can read about that here ). At least he doesn't lead me to believe he is anyway. But I'm sure he will get plenty of valentines. That is IF he can get back to school before the holiday passes us by!!
Monday, February 7, 2011
Blizzard 2011: Day 7
It was another quiet day at home. We read books: A Very Special Snowflake, Sadie and the Snowman, among others. AJ finished his valentine box for his school party. More snow melted but not enough to have school tomorrow. That's right - school is out AGAIN! Tonight AJ said "I haven't been to school a single day in the month of February!"
Tonight Jimmie and I are watching the Jayhawks play Big Monday and I'm making plans to stock up at the grocery store tomorrow for another snow storm.
Tonight Jimmie and I are watching the Jayhawks play Big Monday and I'm making plans to stock up at the grocery store tomorrow for another snow storm.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Blizzard 2011: Day 6
Aside from missing church, it was a fairly normal Sunday around here. We had a nice lunch with Mom & Ron and I got my beloved Sonic Coke :) The boys and I enjoyed a quiet afternoon at home while Jimmie went to help a friend shovel snow. We watched the Packers win the Super Bowl while the boys played their own version of football in our bonus room. Their "games" usually result in one or both of them crying. Tonight was no exception.
The snow melted some today with temperatures in the 40's. The roads in the neighborhood were pretty slushy this afternoon and of course will re-freeze tonight. School is cancelled for tomorrow and I'm just hoping that we can have class Tuesday and Wednesday before another snowstorm moves in.
The snow melted some today with temperatures in the 40's. The roads in the neighborhood were pretty slushy this afternoon and of course will re-freeze tonight. School is cancelled for tomorrow and I'm just hoping that we can have class Tuesday and Wednesday before another snowstorm moves in.
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Blizzard 2011: Day 5
Today was freedom day as Jimmie was able to dig us out from under all the snow. We went out for lunch at one of our favorite places and then to the grocery store where we bought not one, but two loaves of bread ;)
While Jimmie was shoveling, the boys played in the yard. Jimmie made them a snow fort, I knocked down icicles (which they turned into ice popsicles) and we fed the birds.
Church services have been cancelled for tomorrow. We plan to meet Mama Fern & Papa Ron for lunch to celebrate her birthday. Then I hope to hit the Sonic for a Coke :)
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