Posts filed under 'Just for Fun'
I think it’s Wordless Wednesday
Does a post still qualify for “Wordless Wednesday” if it’s posted on Thursday? The blog was silent yesterday (thus the Wordless part fulfilled) and the photos were taken on Wednesday (that part fulfilled), so, yeah, I think we’re good!
Besides, after laughing at CPQ for thinking it was November 3rd, I reported to recess duty at the wrong playground because I thought it was Monday. Since I have no clue what day it really is, I think I’ll just stop talking and share some pics of my honeys.
Mama loves this! Oh, wait — it’s not Tuesday either! Oh, well.
4 comments November 5, 2009
Evidence of Intelligent Design
As photographed in the newest mall near my house:
7 comments October 22, 2009
The perfect mom-blogger solution!
Ever long for a private office? Moms, how many times have you complained about being interrupted while trying to check email or write a new blog post? How often have you longed for a cozy, kid-free spot of solitude? Ladies, I’ve found the solution! Check it out.
How perfect is this?? I love it. And so fashionable!
Learn more at this site. They also have a nifty option without the privacy hood. Anyone know how to knit? Image the fortune you’d make on etsy!!
6 comments October 12, 2009
Adventures in Shopping — or sleeping?
Okay, so maybe my family has a tendency toward passing out. Or maybe we’re just really, really comfortable wherever we go.
I have slept on planes, trains, friends’ couches (during parties), hardwood floors and city park benches. I have slumbered in movie theatres, on a table at Pizza Hut, and even once on a roof in the ghetto. I have slept through classes, hurricanes, tornados and a gang fight.
You think I’m kidding. I’m not. I’m being quite literal.
So now we simply add kickboxing class to the situations where I’m comfortable enough to sleep.
It seems I’ve passed this wonderful trait to our son. How ironic is it that we spent three years trying to get him to sleep through the night and now he can sleep anywhere? His list of unusual nap spots starts with Payless.
8 comments September 17, 2009
April Ellie-isms & Zach Attacks
Here’s your monthly dose of Ellie-isms and Zach Attacks. I must warn you: Zach definitely ruled this month with his kid quotes. He is hysterical! But Ellie collected her crown for drama and funny faces. I love it. ENJOY!
Zach: “I’m faster than a race car, and you’re slower than a slow race car.”
Grandma: “Can I have one of your cars?”
Zach: “If it’s way cool, then it’s not for you.”
Zach, while riding his bike: “I am stronger than this hill!”
Zach, also while riding his bike: “Look at me. I’m going allegro!”
Ellie: “When I grow up, I’m going to have five children. No — NINETY-five children!”
Ellie: “I wish this park had a ‘No Dogs’ sign. TWO?! 
That’s too much. I’m going to make signs for this park!”
Ellie: “Mommy, look at your daughter’s face. Does she look happy or sad about what you just said?”
Zach: “Mama, look who’s sticking their tongue out and wants to go to sleep.”
Ellie: “Look who’s not sticking their tongue out and wants to go to the mall.”
Zach: “I know what these are for. This knife is for cutting boxes and those scissors are for cutting paper and paper covers rock!”
Ellie, with swollen and itchy eyes, thanks to seasonal allergies: “I like life better when I don’t feel like this.”
Zach, upon seeing our pollen-covered car: “Oh, no. Mom, the sun pooped on our car.”
3 comments April 30, 2009
The Onion
Do you read The Onion? If you’ve not yet discovered this site, you must give it a visit. It’s hysterical. I started reading last year when they wrote about the failed novelists strike. Click on that link. Real funny stuff.
This week they posted another one that nearly had me in tears: Renowned Hoo-Ha Doctor Wins Nobel Prize For Medical Advancements Down There. It even boasts graphics not to be missed.
2 comments April 4, 2009
Kid Quotes for February
It’s time for this month’s issue of Ellie-isms and Zach Attacks. Enjoy!
Ellie: “I know just about everything except for how old you are.”
Zach, while watching the garbage men: “They are just the coolest mans EVER!”
Ellie: “Only three more sleeps ’til Granny gets here!”
Zach, just before starting a new art project: “I’m gonna go stamp it up.”
Ellie: “I have a great idea. On Saturday when I come down the stairs you all jump and say ‘Surprise! Happy birthday!’ and then I will say ‘Oh, thank you! I’m so surprised!’ and I’ll be so happy. Isn’t that a good idea?”
Zach: “Let’s have a race.”
Ellie: “Okay.”
Both: “One …”
Zach: “THREE! I win!!”
Zach: “Oh, look at this koala. He’s SO CUTE! He has pink snots.”
Translation: “I really like the pink nostrils in this illustration of a koala.”
Ellie: “When Granny gets here she’s going to sleep in my room. I want her to sleep in my spot where I usually sleep and I’ll sleep on the other side of my bed where I sleep when there’s too much pee-pee on my favorite side.”
Zach: “Mommy, I burped.”
Me: “You did? Why did you do that?”
Zach: “I’m a boy, Mom. That’s just what boys do.”
1 comment February 28, 2009
‘Fro Me to You: Forced Family Fun
One hundred fifty people read Tuesday’s post on Forced Family Fun. I never get that many visitors in one day! Perhaps I’ve hit on a familiar topic. I thought I’d carry the theme through today with some pictures. I mean, it’s not really Forced Family Fun until you take pictures of the wonderful memories you’re making – right? (If you missed Tuesday’s post, click here.)
I love these pictures! They’re almost three years old, but they’re so funny. In spite of the agonizing looks on some faces, this vacation was actually really great. Most of the time.
If you can’t decipher Beth’s shirt, it reads:
“All your sons will be taught by the Lord and great will be your children’s peace. Isaiah 54:13″
Don’t we look peaceful?
At least Ellie and Jack look … well, at the camera. Ah, they were both under three years old and pretty oblivious to the torture that gathered us all in one spot at the same time.
Our shirt backs say:
DENNIS
FORCED FAMILY FUN
Virginia Beach 2006
It’s right there. We HAD to have fun. Or else. Yup, I married into a military family. Literally.
I know, John! Zach doesn’t like pictures any more than you do, but can you humor us? We’re trying to make lasting memories here!! Now, smile and show off your matching haircuts.
Oh, we made lasting memories. We’ve got the tee-shirts to prove it.
(Mom, I know you’re reading this and you know I LOVE YOU! You also know we really did have a great time. I can’t wait to do it again. Can we get new tee-shirts, though? Ellie suggests pink next time.)
This post is sponsored by We Are THAT Family and the ‘Fro Me to You Carnival. Jump over there for more great stories accompanied by pics.
8 comments February 19, 2009
