I have to do a little bragging on Jimmy today. As you know, he is now in Kindergarten and is doing excellent. He is catching on to spelling, doing great in addition and telling time, learning about children in different countries during Social Studies, everything he does he whizzes through. He best subject is math and he just catches on very quickly. When he first started learning addition, I set his book in front of him and was ready to explain how the process of addition works, I said the problem out loud and was ready to explain when he blurted out the answer. I though to myself, good guess and decided to say the next problem and he knew the answer. For a child that has never done this, I was shocked at how he knew what to do. He is almost finished with his books and will be ready for first grade, we cannot wait.
Taylor is doing excellent as well, she is and always has been a very smart little girl. Right now she is learning so much in her studies: Math-converting liquid measurement (she is awesome at this); Language-writing different types of letters, postcards, addressing envelopes; History-first colonies and people of the New World. She is basically done with her subjects and only has a few weeks left of the remaining that I just mentioned. Taylor is very excited to move on to the fifth grade.
Mom and Vinney will be here Thursday and the kids have really been counting down the days, they miss both of them, I do as well. We are very excited for your arrival.
Tuesday, April 08, 2008
Wednesday, April 02, 2008
Back In School
Besides my already hectic schedule of cooking, cleaning, teaching my children school and keeping them entertained and happy throughout the day, I have decided to add a couple more classes to my schedule as well. As most of you know I started taking a Tarot Reading class which ended last week. That was a six week class and pretty easy, just the basics of everything, now I have enrolled in two more tougher classes. I chose the next step of Tarot, which is a little more tricky and consists of a class every two weeks and an exam, on top of that I have two projects to complete in those two weeks. Sounds easy, not even close! This class will teach me how to feel the cards more than just writing down the meaning, it will teach me to acknowledge my psychic ability. I have a great interest in the Tarot and am very excited to get started on my first project on The Fool and The Magician (cards 0 and I.)
The next class I have decided to take is on Wicca, everything about it. My first course is on the Book of Shadows (BOS) and also has exams and projects. This is actually a three year course when all is said and done. I have a class every week with the exam every seven days, I am really excited about this.
I have such a great interest in everything that has to do with this religion and hope to eventually know all herbs and their healing powers. I also would love to find my psychic abilities, I know they're there I just need to find out how to access them.
I have two meditation assignments every two weeks that go along with the two cards of the week. Today will be my first day of the meditation and I also have to document my experiences in a journal. I never knew there were so many classes available on Wicca, I guess they keep them under-wraps, but you would be amazed how it can make you feel so much better.
I suffer from depression, bad depression, that has taken hold of my life for several years. Through studying Wicca, I have found ways to almost eliminate my depression. I have not felt this good in a long time, I finally have energy and am very happy with who am I, I am proud of my accomplishments. I am now not on any medications, have been able to get back down to my normal weight and keep it there, I feel healthy again and I see the impact that it has made on my family life.
I am not trying to bring anyone to my side, I am just wanting everyone to know the impact it has had on my life. I know the Christian religion, I was brought up Catholic and even as a child in Catholic school, I questioned what I was told, I was always the one asking questions that I am sure pissed off my teachers but what I was told never clicked with me. I went around my teenage and adult life feeling lost because I believed in God, I just didn't really believe what I was told in the Bible. Don't get me wrong, I have nothing against the Bible, I think the Bible tells great stories, but that's what they are to me, is stories with morals. I don't have any one telling me how I have to do my religion, I do it my way and anytime I choose, I can have a ritual or spellwork (which is prayer.) I don't ride on a broom, levitate or shoot fire beams from my fingers, I am human and humans don't do those things, that's called Hollywood.
When I am at my altar I feel pure ease and it is so amazing how you can feel the positive energy all around you. It is an actual physical feeling and my kids can feel it as well, they tell me how around my altar feels so much different than anywhere else in my home, they love to lay their hands on it and feel the positive energy. The only thing they are not allowed to do without my okay is touch any of my magickal tools. Taylor and Jimmy have their own magickal tools and they love joining me in daily dedications and they love doing their own bedtime rituals using their own magick.
As everyone knows, I teach my children through Christian school books and yesterday, Taylor and I got a kick out of what they were telling us. Taylor is learning about Pilgrims and Native American Indians. We all know that Native Americans are Pagans, always have been, they believe in the earth and all it's powers, they follow the elements and natural healing, all Pagan, actual they are a branch of Paganism called Shamanism. Anyway, in her book, of course, talks about how the Pilgrims came over and changed them into Christians, which I guess maybe a few, but a lot of Native Americans still practice Paganism to this day. We love to watch their Pow-Wows, right? They dance in a circle around a bonfire, singing, raising their hands to the sky, this is their ritual for whatever they are wanting, They move in a circle creating positive energies for healing or again, whatever they choose is needed in their life at that time. Their ritual is no different from my rituals, we do the same things but we are each a different branch, but believe in the same elements and our many God/dess, we are for the earth and nature. I do take the time during school to point out the differences so my children can choose their own path. I let them join me in my practice, if they choose to do so, but also give them the knowledge that my religion is not the only or the right religion, I believe every religion is wonderful, it's what make you as an individual happy. I just choose not to have someone tell me I am a sinner and will be in hell if I don't do this or that. I don't believe in heaven or hell (or the devil, he has no place in our works, he is a Christian myth to scare and control the followers), I believe we are here on this earth to learn and we will return to this earth at another time to start a new lesson or relearn one we did not quite get when we were here before. I believe in the Summerlands, a place for souls to wait their descent back to earth and to watch over us here.
Hopefully, that will give you all a look into what Wicca is, and who the people involved in Wicca are. When you see teens out for gore and black magick, they are trying to follow the trends they see on T.V., that is not Wicca. We are people that stand in front or behind you in the grocery store and at the mall, our kids play with yours at the park and you can't tell from looking at us that we work with candles, incense and herbs in our home. We dress in the same clothing as you and we live life by "harm none." In that we love all living creatures, we may not want all of them in our home (bugs) but we know that each and every living thing has a purpose and reason for being here, just as we do, and we know it's life is no less valuable than ours. So, with that, I will end this and just say, Blessed Be, to all that walk the path and for those of you who walk through life, we are all one and the same.
Scorpio Moon
The next class I have decided to take is on Wicca, everything about it. My first course is on the Book of Shadows (BOS) and also has exams and projects. This is actually a three year course when all is said and done. I have a class every week with the exam every seven days, I am really excited about this.
I have such a great interest in everything that has to do with this religion and hope to eventually know all herbs and their healing powers. I also would love to find my psychic abilities, I know they're there I just need to find out how to access them.
I have two meditation assignments every two weeks that go along with the two cards of the week. Today will be my first day of the meditation and I also have to document my experiences in a journal. I never knew there were so many classes available on Wicca, I guess they keep them under-wraps, but you would be amazed how it can make you feel so much better.
I suffer from depression, bad depression, that has taken hold of my life for several years. Through studying Wicca, I have found ways to almost eliminate my depression. I have not felt this good in a long time, I finally have energy and am very happy with who am I, I am proud of my accomplishments. I am now not on any medications, have been able to get back down to my normal weight and keep it there, I feel healthy again and I see the impact that it has made on my family life.
I am not trying to bring anyone to my side, I am just wanting everyone to know the impact it has had on my life. I know the Christian religion, I was brought up Catholic and even as a child in Catholic school, I questioned what I was told, I was always the one asking questions that I am sure pissed off my teachers but what I was told never clicked with me. I went around my teenage and adult life feeling lost because I believed in God, I just didn't really believe what I was told in the Bible. Don't get me wrong, I have nothing against the Bible, I think the Bible tells great stories, but that's what they are to me, is stories with morals. I don't have any one telling me how I have to do my religion, I do it my way and anytime I choose, I can have a ritual or spellwork (which is prayer.) I don't ride on a broom, levitate or shoot fire beams from my fingers, I am human and humans don't do those things, that's called Hollywood.
When I am at my altar I feel pure ease and it is so amazing how you can feel the positive energy all around you. It is an actual physical feeling and my kids can feel it as well, they tell me how around my altar feels so much different than anywhere else in my home, they love to lay their hands on it and feel the positive energy. The only thing they are not allowed to do without my okay is touch any of my magickal tools. Taylor and Jimmy have their own magickal tools and they love joining me in daily dedications and they love doing their own bedtime rituals using their own magick.
As everyone knows, I teach my children through Christian school books and yesterday, Taylor and I got a kick out of what they were telling us. Taylor is learning about Pilgrims and Native American Indians. We all know that Native Americans are Pagans, always have been, they believe in the earth and all it's powers, they follow the elements and natural healing, all Pagan, actual they are a branch of Paganism called Shamanism. Anyway, in her book, of course, talks about how the Pilgrims came over and changed them into Christians, which I guess maybe a few, but a lot of Native Americans still practice Paganism to this day. We love to watch their Pow-Wows, right? They dance in a circle around a bonfire, singing, raising their hands to the sky, this is their ritual for whatever they are wanting, They move in a circle creating positive energies for healing or again, whatever they choose is needed in their life at that time. Their ritual is no different from my rituals, we do the same things but we are each a different branch, but believe in the same elements and our many God/dess, we are for the earth and nature. I do take the time during school to point out the differences so my children can choose their own path. I let them join me in my practice, if they choose to do so, but also give them the knowledge that my religion is not the only or the right religion, I believe every religion is wonderful, it's what make you as an individual happy. I just choose not to have someone tell me I am a sinner and will be in hell if I don't do this or that. I don't believe in heaven or hell (or the devil, he has no place in our works, he is a Christian myth to scare and control the followers), I believe we are here on this earth to learn and we will return to this earth at another time to start a new lesson or relearn one we did not quite get when we were here before. I believe in the Summerlands, a place for souls to wait their descent back to earth and to watch over us here.
Hopefully, that will give you all a look into what Wicca is, and who the people involved in Wicca are. When you see teens out for gore and black magick, they are trying to follow the trends they see on T.V., that is not Wicca. We are people that stand in front or behind you in the grocery store and at the mall, our kids play with yours at the park and you can't tell from looking at us that we work with candles, incense and herbs in our home. We dress in the same clothing as you and we live life by "harm none." In that we love all living creatures, we may not want all of them in our home (bugs) but we know that each and every living thing has a purpose and reason for being here, just as we do, and we know it's life is no less valuable than ours. So, with that, I will end this and just say, Blessed Be, to all that walk the path and for those of you who walk through life, we are all one and the same.
Scorpio Moon
Sunday, March 30, 2008
Upcoming Events
If you read Vinney's blog, you will know that we are expecting a visit from my mom and Vinney next month for Jimmy's 6th birthday. Everyone is very excited for their arrival and we have planned some fun events. They will arrive Thursday, April 10th and we will relax the day they get here, as far as planned at this time, Friday we will spend the day at the beach (celebrating Nick's 20th birthday, too bad he won't be here to celebrate with us), and then Saturday we will celebrate Jimmy's birthday at Dinosaur World in Plant City. Eric has taken days off so we will be able to visit as well. We can't wait to see the two of you and are happy that you decided to spend some time in Florida with us.
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Stupid Lady
I was just watching the news and saw a story on a 26-year-old woman that left her twin two-year-olds locked in their bedroom while she went shopping at the Brandon Mall. What is wrong with people? I am so sick of people wanting the status of a parent without the responsibility that comes along with it. We, as adults, know good and well that if we want to go shopping and we have children there are only three options: 1. Take them with us, 2. Get a babysitter, or 3. Stay home.
As a mother, I have had many days where I wanted to get away, run away from chaos, but in reality, I know that could never happen. I became a mother knowing what the job details were and I put my children before anything else, that is my job as a mother. There has been several month in a year that I didn't have a break, it was kids 24/7. I have realized since staying at the Maucelli household that mom's do need a break from their children as much as children need a break from parents. I have started going to the store by myself, tanning (funny since I live in Florida but still have the need for the fake bake), and once a week Eric takes the kids on fun adventures and leaves me home to complete silence. I love my kids but I realized I can love them even when they are not with me, it's great to finally have "ME TIME".
As for this mother who left her children home alone, she claims there are two sides to every story; I don't care what the circumstance, you have no reason to leave your babies home alone so you can shop...ridiculous!
As a mother, I have had many days where I wanted to get away, run away from chaos, but in reality, I know that could never happen. I became a mother knowing what the job details were and I put my children before anything else, that is my job as a mother. There has been several month in a year that I didn't have a break, it was kids 24/7. I have realized since staying at the Maucelli household that mom's do need a break from their children as much as children need a break from parents. I have started going to the store by myself, tanning (funny since I live in Florida but still have the need for the fake bake), and once a week Eric takes the kids on fun adventures and leaves me home to complete silence. I love my kids but I realized I can love them even when they are not with me, it's great to finally have "ME TIME".
As for this mother who left her children home alone, she claims there are two sides to every story; I don't care what the circumstance, you have no reason to leave your babies home alone so you can shop...ridiculous!
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Blond Hair and Tattoos
Here are some pictures and a movie of Jimmy with his Hannah Montana wig and his Spider-Man tattoos. As almost everyone knows, Jimmy is a huge Hannah Montana fan and tries to wear this wig every where. He loves watching her show and singing her songs and even had me buy him Danimals yogurt so he could try to win a trip to meet her (he was very crushed when I told him it said 'Sorry, try again'.) He thought as soon as he took a drink she would knock on the door, poor baby, he was so disappointed. I do have to say, he looks pretty cute with blond hair and blue eyes.
Easter at the Hardin's
David and Bev put on a wonderful southern Easter dinner and we enjoyed being there very much. After a wonderful dinner Teresa, Cody and I hid Easter Eggs for Taylor, Jimmy and Isaiah. The kids had a blast finding eggs, but seemed to be sick of eating candy by then and ending up playing baseball, football and riding bikes.
Easter
The kids woke up bright and early Easter morning (5 A.M.) to discover what Easter Bunny brought for them. So much candy I am sure half will be thrown away before they can eat it. They dug through their baskets to find movies (The Bee Movie and 101 Dalmatians), huge chocolate bunnies, gum, jelly beans and many more goodies. They hunted for eggs and had a great breakfast of waffles and hard boiled eggs. They were both very happy with their baskets and couldn't wait to watch their movies.
I hope you all had a wonderful Easter!
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Happy Ostara to All!
We celebrated our first Ostara (oh-star-ah) Thursday and our celebration went very well. I made ham and scalloped potatoes and a strawberry banana dessert for our dinner and it was delicious. The kids got to join in their first Wicca ritual; they cleansed and blessed their tools and called the four elements and Spirit to join our circle, I was very proud of them. Jimmy had a hard time staying still but that was expected, he had a great time though and Taylor loved it as well. The kids colored eggs and I was very happy that they shared and got along great, it was a great evening.
We are spending Easter at David and Bev's again this year and I will make sure to take many pictures and video to share. I hope everyone has a great, safe holiday!
We are spending Easter at David and Bev's again this year and I will make sure to take many pictures and video to share. I hope everyone has a great, safe holiday!
Tuesday, March 04, 2008
Monday, March 03, 2008
Jimmy's Boo-Boo's
The first day we moved in Jimmy had quite a fall on his scooter. The handle bar caught him in his throat, he scraped his elbow and fattened his lip. Being Jimmy, he got right up and was back to playing. Last week he had another mishap on the scooter, he hurt his other elbow and busted his lip. The last one for some reason he didn't want me to find out about until Taylor ran in to tell me his mouth was bleeding. I got him cleaned up and he was out playing again. I have some pictures of his boo-boo's and a cute video of Eric asking him about them.
Cinnamon the Kitten
After his bath
Taylor loves her baby
The day we started moving, Eric found a kitten and brought it home to the kids. Taylor named him Cinnamon and he is a very sweet cat.
Finally Moved!
The move is finally over, it took us over two weeks to get everything moved but we did it and over the weekend got most of our boxes unpacked. I do have pictures finally as well that I am posting for all to see. :) We love the new place, the kids have made many new friends (there are a lot of girls Taylor's age so she is very happy) and the neighbors are all very nice. We are now in Winter Haven, Florida, just down the street from Cypress Gardens Theme Park, which the kids love that. I hope all is well with everyone, we love and miss you all.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Moving This Weekend
We are moving this Friday and I only have a few boxes packed. It seems like so much has been going on and now I am not feeling my best and just haven't got much done so today I have to kick butt. I figured Taylor could help me get a lot of it done. Eric leaves for Philly Sunday so we have to be all moved in by Saturday.
A Couple Pics of Tay
Here are a couple pics of Tay that I snapped last night while she was talking to Nani. The top picture is a really good one, my beautiful princess.
Florida State Fair
We had a full weekend that started Saturday morning, going to lunch and off to the Tampa Mall where Jimmy got some new outfits from The Children's Place (my favorite children's store) and he was a great sport going into the dressing room to try them on. After the mall we decided to take the kids to the Florida State Fair, where once inside we got some dinner--pizza and hamburgers. The kids each got their tickets and it was off to the rides where Jimmy rode his first roller coaster, which he loved. The kids played games and won stuffed animals, we got caramel and candy apples, cotton candy, funnel cakes and lots of candy of the Largest Traveling Candy Store. The kids had a blast and Eric and I loved watching them have so much fun. Eric and I were a little sick when we left and realized how much money we spent there but it was worth it to see how happy the kids were.
Taylor Talking to Nani
Mom has been on me to get video of the kids but I have been so busy it seems I hardly pick up the camera anymore, that will change once we move hopefully. I got Taylor talking to Nani on the phone in her room, she is not one that lets me just snap pictures or take video, she has to look perfect before she is caught on camera...pre-teens LOL.
Jimmy Singing
Sunday, we all spent the day shopping and one of our stops was Best Buy where Taylor asked for the High School Musical Sing It game. She was so excited to get it home but once she played she realized it wasn't what she thought it would be. Jimmy, on the other hand, loves it and will sit in front of the TV with the microphone all day if you let him. I captured this video of him singing along with the High School Musical cast, so cute.
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