Randomly Me

I have noticed that I mainly blog about my family, aka my kids. I am going to attempt to be creative and branch out today. Don't laugh. I will try not to bore you too bad. Here are a few random facts about me that you may not know...

i have the best husband in the world that i dearly love

i lived in Anchorage, Ak for 13 years, during my childhood

i love the color green, in any and every shade

i couldn't live with out chocolate... although my waistline could!

i love my 5 kids, even on the "bad days"

in elementary school, a friend and I, sled down the snow hill at school and hit the parked school bus and dented it. we had to go to see the school nurse. everyone saw us!!

i love jane austen - books, movies, anything

i love to scrapbook - even though i haven't since my son was born (he is 2) i need to get to work!

i hate to be alone - it is the worst!!

i don't like to drive, especially on the freeway! (i know, it is weird)

i love teaching

i love the TV series "Lost" and "Fringe" and so many more, but these are my favorites

i would love to workout with Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels just to see if i could do it

i listen to my mp3 player all the time

i have learned to love running

i have wonderful friends that i couldn't live without

i am doing Power 90x

i hate that my family lives so far away - i miss them daily

i am reading a great book on disciple called "Don't make me count to 3" it is excellent!!

i love Starbucks coffee

i hate, hate cleaning bathrooms!!!

i love to throw things away

i am addicted to Facebook

my new favorite hobby is blogging

i look forward to getting together with my girlfriends for "girls night"

i love the Lord and am blessed beyond my wildest dreams!

Here is a small glimpse into who i am. randomly me!

I need to get out!!!!

It has been one of those weeks at the McElroy house. Monday we spent the day bowling and taking the kids to McDonalds, a special treat due to a much needed break from school. Don't get me wrong, it was great spending time with the family, but at the end of the day, I was wiped out. I was looking forward to a relaxing Tuesday. The kids had another plan. Once again the unpredictable weather in Michigan has plagued our house with horrible colds. We just had this and it is back!!!! I feel like I am going crazy!! If I have to wipe another snotty nose or get another nose wiped on me, I will be at the breaking point. Plus, the wonderful disposition of my children, really add the icing on the cake. I just want winter to be over so I can send everyone outside to get some fresh air. It is now Sunday morning, and I have not left the house since Monday. I really need to get out and see some people. Adults! Anyone! I need a Starbucks and Target!! When Steve gets home from church, I will quickly escape. I love being a Mom!! (just thought I would throw that in) There has been some highlights this week. Let me share a few ....
.. i got to cuddle with my two year old who is always on the go and never has time to cuddle
.. i had a much needed heart to heart with my daughter kallie, i love you princess
.. amazing amounts of laundry got done, with my husbands help, bless you!
.. i got the house cleaned, even though i could clean it again
..a precious friend came over to visit and encourage me
.. i watched a couple of girly movies
.. i sang every song i could think of to Tanner to calm him down, he didn't even laugh at mom's lack of singing ability
.. i read many, i mean many, books to my sick kids
.. i received many hugs and kisses, snotty nose and all
.. my oldest son told me i looked pretty

I guess my week was not so bad after all...

Let's Go Blue!!!

When Hayden told Steve and I a few months ago that he was going to play b-ball, we were both pleasantly surprised. For those of you that know Hayden, sports is out of his comfort zone. He does not like competition!! He likes things to be done a certain way and he is not a fan of change. My husband and I try to encourage him to try new things and then make a decision whether or not he likes them. We don't want fear to stand in his way. For the first few days of practice, I was worried that he would hate it and change his mind, but he always came home with a smile on his face. He told me one day that Pastor Tom was his coach, but not today, today Mr. Jack was coaching. The day arrived for his first game and I asked him how he was feeling "fine, Mom," was his only reply. When he was put in the game for the first time, he made sure that the boy he was guarding never left his side (even on offense) and he stayed on the opposite side of the court that the ball was on. He finished the game and ran over to us and said, "I did a great job." We were so proud of him!! He was having fun with his friends and enjoying something new. What more could we ask for. Now jump ahead a few weeks into the season... Saturday's game was coached by Mr. Amos and Hayden was going to jump the ball at the start of the game. Steve and I were surprise, but good for him, he has to learn sometime. Kallie (7 year old sister and knower of all things) says, "what is he doing? He is going to mess up!" We both shot her "the look" and told her to cheer for her brother. He did great. His feet never left the floor, but he swung at the ball. We were in the stands cheering him on. He made a great catch and a great pass during the game, a little to his surprise, but what a game. The Wildcats won a close, hard fought battle. Let's go Blue!!! Hayden never ceases to amaze us. We are so proud of him for stepping out and trying something new. It was not easy for him, but he is brave and courageous. He is an encouragement to us to never let fear stop us from trying something new. Thank you son for who you are. We love every part of your unique and fun personality. We look forward to seeing what God has for your future. He has great things in store for you. We see it already. We love you. Dad and Mom