Friday....Fun Day!

Today we took a break from school work and decided to have some girl time. The girls and I met up with some friends for breakfast at the Broken Egg to celebrate Tina's birthday....a three year and counting tradition. Sarah must have woken up on the wrong side of the bed because she wasn't so happy at breakfast. However, while we were getting ready to leave she declared that she wanted earrings like Leah's (my new baby niece). So, I phoned Leonard and he said it was ok and that he would meet at the mall. So, The girls, Tina, and I went to Claire's Boutique and allowed this sales woman to pierce my baby girls ears one at a time....what was she thinking? What was I thinking allowing her to do that? What happened to two people doing it at the same time for children? Am I the only one who has heard of that. So, of course after the first piercing, she screamed and promptly covered the other ear and yelled "Leave my ears alone!." The sales person then had the nerve to say that she couldn't do the other one if she wasn't going to sit still....no, really? Therefore, I ended up putting her in a head lock and Leonard held down her arms and legs. In short, Sarah now has her ears pierced. Leonard and I always agreed that the girls could have their ears pierced when they asked....and she asked. She quickly became ecstatic when she saw her new earrings in the mirror and couldn't stop smiling the rest of day. We then spent the remainder of the day shopping and getting spa pedicures. I actually found a good fitting pair of jeans that were actually long enough! :) As for as homeschool...Leonard has been given the task of assisting Hannah complete her Friday work this weekend. Will that happen? It better! Tomorrow is our first day at The Florida Natural Science Museum homeschool program....bright and early at 930am...after working a 12hr night shift! I will press on...it's all for my girls! Tanashia

Happy Birthday to you....We love you, Tina!

Today was a very crazy day as well. I was awaken by "person" Adrienne at 800am with her two girls in tow. I explicitly remember telling her to call me before she left her house cause the girls and I tend to sleep in. Did she do that? Of course not. So, the plan for the day had already began to dwindle. We did enjoy there company and was able to observe each other's teaching styles. I also learned how to change the security settings on my Wi-fi so that Adrienne could use it for her I-phone.... whatever! School work was a little more tedious due to all of the distractions, but we pressed on. Hannah was overly ecstatic about starting her dance season...4th and counting. Today she had an hour of Ballet II and an hour of Jazz II. Her instructor commented that Hannah has definitely matured this summer and becoming a fine dancer! Hooray....all that money aint for nothin! We ended the day with a birthday dinner for one of my dearest friends, Ms Tina. She has truly been a blessing to both me, my girls, and my family as a whole. We love you, Tina. Hope you enjoyed your evening. Shot out to Trinity rocking on her guitar...sounding good.

I'm gettin an itch.....a baby itch!!!

First, Keshia has her first baby girl in May. Then one of my dearest friends brought home her baby girl today and now one more of my dearest friends is due in October. I want a baby....preferably a BOY! :(

The Test Begins....of my faith that is!

Again, the girls and I slept in. Arose about 10am, but had nothing planned so it was nice and chilled. Enjoyed breakfast together. Hannah and Sarah fought over which type of cereal they wanted or even if they wanted milk. But who cares? I have chosen to pick my battles...and that is not one of therm. We then enjoyed a nice dance to some praise & worship music from Christian Heritage's latest CD! Love it! Leonard & I recently read in a magazine about how a father chose to educate his young daughter on the responsibilities of money. Well, the child is given four jars. One is for spending, one for saving, one for tithes, and lastly one for charity. The child has to place 10% of her earning into the tithes jar first. Then she may disperse the other monies as she chooses as long as she places some in each jar. So, we implemented this concept this morning. Hannah has the opportunity to earn $5 (20 quarters) a week based on assigned chores. Let's just say...it's not looking so hot! Sarah, on the other hand, is all about collecting coins for her jar! She surprises me daily with all her knowledge that I did not know of. We began are grand scheme of organization and getting the office/classroom together. And tomorrow Hannah begins her next season of dance...hip hop jrs, ballet II, & jazz II. Instructor already asking about her joining the company. Don't know about all that...don't know if I'm ready for all that. Another shot out to my Dear friend Genny....enjoy baby Emma!

1st Day of School

Unfortunately, the day started off on the wrong foot. We over slept and had 1 1/2 hours to eat breakfast, shower, and get Sarah to her very first dance Ballet class!! Excited! She truly enjoyed wearing her "big girl tights and leotard." She did absolutely well and her instructors noticed! Unfortunately, the class is a Mommy and Me class....and Mommy was not physically ready to be running around. But I pressed on for my baby girl and we can't wait until next week. Hannah had her first taste of homeschooling. She was very anxious because we were so rushed this morning...all my fault. But we worked it out and she enjoyed the time we had together and was very proud of herself for actually doing so well. I always knew it was there...just had to foster it. Tomorrow will hopefully be a better organized day. No extracurricular activities scheduled. Just have to get Hannah new ballet, jazz, and hip hop shoes for her dance classes that start on Thursday. And now I have to look into buying a guitar! Adrienne, I'm gone kill you. She sat in with a friend's guitar lesson and now proclaims that playing the guitar is what she should be doing! "Lord, send help!" - T. Bailey :) Shot out to out latest addition...Tiger! The girls absolutely adore him, thanks Julie!

Summer of 2008

The Summer is coming to an end. We had a great time. Had the opportunity to spend quality time with my nieces and nephew for several weeks. Finally had a family vacation....fun filled cruise to the Bahamas. Still dreaming about floating in the ocean sipping on mix drinks that a native had prepared for me! The girls had a blast....their first cruise. Couldn't get over the fact "the hotel was in the water." LOL! I must truly say that the Lord has blessed us this summer. Welcome to Ms Leah J (I call her Dora cause her nanny only speaks Spanish :) ) And today one of my dearest friends delivered her first labor love...Ms Emma! Genny, I told you that you could do it! Can't wait to see her. So, now we must prepare for the fall. And that means homeschooling! Yes, Leonard & I have decided that no one can offer our girls a better education than ourselves. So, pray for us as we initiate this endeavor tomorrow. And very soon another dear friend will be bringing home her very first labor of love....Mr Jack (let's not fake the funk...Cory it's a boy!)

Hannah's Spring

Hannah has lost two more teeth...and another one is loose! Mommy has taken the role as the "tooth fairy" this time...no more $20 bills! She just finished her science fair project for the first grade..."To Salt or Not To Salt" - What effect does salt have on plant growth? Hoping for another first place prize this year! Now that her science fair project is complete, she can concentrate on getting her moves down for her annual dance recital this June. No tap this year...she is doing ballet, jazz, and acro. Looking forward to seeing how much she has learned this season. She continues to grow and amazes me and Leonard daily.

Hannah's Missing Teeth!