Spencer got in a fight at school today. From his own mouth, and confirmed by the teacher: It started because he was tagged out of a game during PE. He thought he was on the base and the other kid thought Spencer was off of the base. So Spencer pushed him. And the other boy pushed back. So Spencer "took him down" and the other kid bit him. I haven't seen him but the teacher warned me that Spencer has a visible bite mark on his shoulder. The Principal is out today, but I imagine that both boys will be in to talk to her tomorrow.
I am at a loss of what to do, other then sit here and alternate between fuming, crying and guilt. Any well meaning suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
10 things that make me happy!
I got tagged! I'm so excited- Thanks Debbie!
10. My Mac. :-D
9. Pedicures.
8. Homemade ice cream. mmmmm. I made mint chocolate-chip on Saturday; Matt and I can't stop eating it.
7. Losing weight... which I'm not doing currently, (see #8).
6. Reading a good book. I LOVE to read. I take my book with me where ever I go; you never know when you'll find an extra 5 minutes of reading time!
5. Playing the piano. I don't play well enough to play publicly, (in church), but there's something about being able to create music in my own home that relaxes me and helps to clear my mind.
4. Long lasting friendships. You know those friends where you can go a month without talking, but once you do it's as if no time has gone by? I don't have very many of those, but I sure do love the ones I have.
3. Family. My family drives me absolutely crazy at times but I love them dearly and often... they make me happy. Or at least certain members of them do. ;-)
(Notice there is no #2. I'm really not sure which of the following makes me the most happy, so they are both #1!)
1. Matthew. He's just amazing. We have such a wonderful relationship and are able to be open and honest with each other. He truly is my best friend.
1. My son, Spencer. He is the light of my life. His sweet hugs and kisses can brighten any day.
I tag... Stewie, Todd and Steph. :-)
10. My Mac. :-D
9. Pedicures.
8. Homemade ice cream. mmmmm. I made mint chocolate-chip on Saturday; Matt and I can't stop eating it.
7. Losing weight... which I'm not doing currently, (see #8).
6. Reading a good book. I LOVE to read. I take my book with me where ever I go; you never know when you'll find an extra 5 minutes of reading time!
5. Playing the piano. I don't play well enough to play publicly, (in church), but there's something about being able to create music in my own home that relaxes me and helps to clear my mind.
4. Long lasting friendships. You know those friends where you can go a month without talking, but once you do it's as if no time has gone by? I don't have very many of those, but I sure do love the ones I have.
3. Family. My family drives me absolutely crazy at times but I love them dearly and often... they make me happy. Or at least certain members of them do. ;-)
(Notice there is no #2. I'm really not sure which of the following makes me the most happy, so they are both #1!)
1. Matthew. He's just amazing. We have such a wonderful relationship and are able to be open and honest with each other. He truly is my best friend.
1. My son, Spencer. He is the light of my life. His sweet hugs and kisses can brighten any day.
I tag... Stewie, Todd and Steph. :-)
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Apparently The Best Toilet EVER
I found this this morning on Dooce and just had to share with everyone. I made Judy watch it with me a few times as well to get her morning started off right. I'm not sure if it's funnier that it's a commercial for a toilet/bidet or that the couple seems to enjoy it so much. Either way, you've got to love their facial expressions.
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
New Glasses
Spence got his first set of glasses today! So of course I asked my famous photographer boyfriend, (see below), to take photos of the boy-child in his new glasses; Matt said he was booked full. I think USA Today has gone to his head! ;-) However, after a bowl of homemade chicken and rice soup, he finally relented and took some fun photos for us:
USA Today & Matt
Matt made an exciting discovery last night! I'm very happy for him: Congratulations Matt!
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
en·tre·pre·neur
After building the car lot, (see below), Spence came up with a way to actually earn money for himself- by charging people 1¢ to hear him play a song on the harmonica! He got a plastic bag that already had his name on it and using a marker added 1¢ under his name. He then got his harmonica and went out onto the front porch to solicit whoever might be walking by for money. He did end up making 26¢ from his mother but that was the extent his money making venture.
It was worth every penny to watch him close his eyes and tap his foot as he played a soulful tune.
It was worth every penny to watch him close his eyes and tap his foot as he played a soulful tune.
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Spring Break
Spence is on spring break this week. I feel bad for him as he's mostly just had to hang around while I work. Today I was able to work from home and let him play instead of being trapped in my cube at work. This is what he did with all of his spare time today:
In case you can't understand him, he's showing off the car lot he built. We went with Matt, (formerly known as Skip/Guy), to look at cars on Saturday, which is what sparked his interested in car lots.
In case you can't understand him, he's showing off the car lot he built. We went with Matt, (formerly known as Skip/Guy), to look at cars on Saturday, which is what sparked his interested in car lots.
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Saturday, April 5, 2008
Kindness
I loved the talk by Elder Wirthlin today. The story that he told about when he was a young boy brought me tears. It may have been that he was the same age as my own sweet little boy, or just the simple faith and great courage it took for him as a child to stand up to his own friends. Too often, even as adults, we stand by idly as friends or family do things that we are uncomfortable with. I know that for myself, I often lack the courage to speak up for fear of the repercussions.
The story Elder Wirthlin told was of a boy he knew as a child. The boy had physical and mental disabilities and was often a target for other children's bullying. Some of these bullies were friends of the young Elder Wirthlin. They would push around the handicapped boy and make fun of him. At one point the boy told the bullies, "You are not being kind to me!" but it made no difference to the bullies. Finally Elder Wirthlin could stand it no longer. He, at 7 years old, found the courage to tell his friends to stop being unkind and to stop hurting this disabled boy. He admitted to being concerned that this may be the end of some friendships, however, it wasn't. His friends instead listened to him and began treating this other boy with kindness.
Imagine what a huge difference this must have made for the disabled boy! All because one 7 year old boy had the courage to stand up to his friends. What a great example this story is for me. We aren't always aware of what our words or actions can mean to another person. So easily we can influence someone else's life in a positive... or a negative way. And really, how difficult is it to share a kind word with another person?
The story Elder Wirthlin told was of a boy he knew as a child. The boy had physical and mental disabilities and was often a target for other children's bullying. Some of these bullies were friends of the young Elder Wirthlin. They would push around the handicapped boy and make fun of him. At one point the boy told the bullies, "You are not being kind to me!" but it made no difference to the bullies. Finally Elder Wirthlin could stand it no longer. He, at 7 years old, found the courage to tell his friends to stop being unkind and to stop hurting this disabled boy. He admitted to being concerned that this may be the end of some friendships, however, it wasn't. His friends instead listened to him and began treating this other boy with kindness.
Imagine what a huge difference this must have made for the disabled boy! All because one 7 year old boy had the courage to stand up to his friends. What a great example this story is for me. We aren't always aware of what our words or actions can mean to another person. So easily we can influence someone else's life in a positive... or a negative way. And really, how difficult is it to share a kind word with another person?
Friday, April 4, 2008
Girls are EVIL
At 2:33 this afternoon my cell phone rang with a call from a number I didn't recognize. I answered it and was surprised to hear a little girl's voice asking for Spencer. Usually I don't have him with me in the afternoons, but today I had to pick him up and bring him back to work with me. Being the nosy mom that I am, I asked who it was and heard something like, "Shelly Davie." I gave the phone to him and then sat back and watched.
First he made a funny face and then just held it... and held it... and then held it some more. Finally he said hello and then his face went from it's normal pink-cheeked look, to scarlet in a matter of seconds. Then he said bye, and hung up. He looked at me and said,"She said she really has a big crush on me and really wants to kiss me!! And then she said bye and hung up!" And then he fell over in a fit of giggles.
The best part is, he has NO idea who she is! None. Doesn't know a girl named Shelly or Sherry. Regardless, even though the whole thing was pretty funny to me, I did have to have the talk with him about kissing. I don't want to make it a huge deal at this age, but I did tell him that kisses should be saved for when you are older, (like 18), and that girls are evil. Ok, I didn't tell him that girls are evil, but I seriously considered it!
First he made a funny face and then just held it... and held it... and then held it some more. Finally he said hello and then his face went from it's normal pink-cheeked look, to scarlet in a matter of seconds. Then he said bye, and hung up. He looked at me and said,"She said she really has a big crush on me and really wants to kiss me!! And then she said bye and hung up!" And then he fell over in a fit of giggles.
The best part is, he has NO idea who she is! None. Doesn't know a girl named Shelly or Sherry. Regardless, even though the whole thing was pretty funny to me, I did have to have the talk with him about kissing. I don't want to make it a huge deal at this age, but I did tell him that kisses should be saved for when you are older, (like 18), and that girls are evil. Ok, I didn't tell him that girls are evil, but I seriously considered it!
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