5K=3.1 miles

My hubby is a very brave man. He ran a 5K race today. There are a few guys from his work that work out together on a consistent basis. One of them wanted them all to run in this race (funny side story: that particular guy couldn't run due to a funeral).

Here are the 4 from his work that ran the race. He finished in 32 minutes and some odd seconds. I'm very proud of him. Much more than I could ever do. I'd still be out there running!

I'm proud to be an American!

Here are the pictures that I mentioned in an earlier post. I don't think they need an explanation.

RIP

This post is for my mother in law. Patrick Swayze died Monday night. I know mom loved him :) "No one puts Baby in a corner."

Go enjoy watching your movie, mom! :)

The no cavity club

Let me start by saying: I am not part of it. But both my kiddies (and Stanley) are. The kids did very well getting their teeth cleaned. K went first and she just sat there with her mouth open like a big girl. She did kinda get skittish when the dentist came in at the end to look at her teeth. I think part of it was that she thought she was done. C had x-rays done and did so much better than last time. He said it didn't hurt as much as last time.

Then it was my turn. And Daddy wasn't there yet. I don't like starting on my teeth til he is there, but I had no choice. They kept bumping my chair and asking questions (how am I supposed to answer with my mouth full?). Finally he showed up and took them out to the lobby to wait. Then I could get my teeth cleaned in peace. They told me about the cavity that I've had since LAST visit. I guess I really need to get it taken care of, huh? I just don't have the time!

Here are some pictures of those who are in the no cavity club.

Last week

Whew! Time is flying! It's hard to believe that we leave for Disney two weeks from today. Whooohoooo!

Let me get you caught up on last week.

Monday (Labor Day): We had our annual "Fourth of July" picnic. We couldn't have it on July 4th because of this. So just for this year we moved it to Labor Day. We had a good number of people show up (14 adults and 4 kids counting us). We grilled out hot dogs, ate some yummy sides and desserts, sat and talked, and played some outdoor games. It was a good time, but I FORGOT TO TAKE PICTURES! After everyone left, we watched the FSU vs Miami game. So sad.

Tuesday: I had 5 kids on Tuesday. It was a good but busy day. No major mishaps. Daddy had a business dinner and so wasn't home until almost bed time.

Wednesday: I had a doctor's appointment in the morning so the kids went across the street to play with the neighbors while I was gone. I got a few errands done while I was out and about too. Wednesday afternoon K decided not to take a nap. Just out of the blue. So she did "quiet time" on my bed. I MISS HER NAP! Wednesday night AWANA started. This year K is in Cubbies with me. She must have come and "visited" me at least 7 times--when she wasn't supposed to. We also started a new routine for Cubbies and needless to say, it was very chaotic. I was so ready for bed that night!

Thursday: The kids and I all had dentist appointments. The kids really don't have any fear of the dentist because we know our dental hygienist very well. She's the mother of the 2 that come to my house on Tuesdays! The kids went first and had no cavities. I went last and I have one cavity. Daddy met us there and kept the kids in the lobby while I got my teeth done. Then we all went to lunch. (I have pictures of the dentist visit that will be on the next post.) Thursday night deserves a post all its own (hint: we have some new wheels)

Friday: WE STAYED HOME! and did a little bit of nothing. I did a little laundry and very little cleaning. We were dog sitting over the weekend, so the dog (not Mugsy) got dropped off that afternoon. Friday night we went shopping after dinner. We got a new carseat, Daddy got some shorts for Disney, I got some coffee for my cool coffee machine, and a few odds and ends. Then we went and got ice cream at Cold Stone Creamery. YUM! When we got home, the dog and my children were a little wound up. So I let them go out back in the dark and run around with the dog. They thought that was so cool.

Saturday: After breakfast, we went to the park. The kids have been asking to take Daddy to this one certain park--the race car park. After the park, we went to the Fair on the Square in downtown Danville. Let me tell you, it's nothing to write home about. There are booths but that's about it. We did get a good apple pie and a yummy cinnamon roll. On the way home we saw a cool patriotic display in front of the fire department. I made Daddy stop and take some pictures. It was really neat. After we got home, we cleaned out the garage-somewhat. I still have that crazy TV cabinet. Anyone want a huge TV cabinet? Besides that monstrosity, it looks pretty good. Then it was time for FOOTBALL! It was an awesome game day! There were a few upsets which made for some good games. FSU played a no-nothing team and barely pulled it off. What's up with that? The good games made for a late night.

Sunday: We had a good church day, a great nap, a good lunch, a perfect ending to a good weekend.

Stay tuned for further updates.