My Man is 50 today! Yup, today is his Birthday! As of 5:11 am he is now a half century old.
It cannot be. He seems younger,acts younger,looks younger.....
But the calendar doesn't lie. Time marches on....
He is a man of integrity and strength. He is a solid guy. He has tremendous FAITH. These are the qualities that drew me to him 25 years ago.
I am still crazy about him.
Next to the gift of my Salvation....he is my 2nd greatest gift!
Happy Birthday Curt! I.L.Y.
My Love Always......
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Friday, December 18, 2009
Merry Christmas!
It's time for a break......a respite from the "normal" routine! So.....since you will not be hearing from me until after Christmas I wanted to wish you all a very MERRY CHRISTMAS!
During this week I am praying that I can be:
Flexible
Forgiving
Loving
Kind
Merciful
Gracious
Patient
and the list can go on and on......
With Christ, this Christmas, I CAN!!!!
LOVE TO ALL,
Sue
During this week I am praying that I can be:
Flexible
Forgiving
Loving
Kind
Merciful
Gracious
Patient
and the list can go on and on......
With Christ, this Christmas, I CAN!!!!
LOVE TO ALL,
Sue
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Surving Holiday "gatherings" with children!
Several years ago the following scenario took place during the holidays.
Our entire family were to connect and celebrate Christmas eve at my mom and dads house. This included my husband and myself,3 siblings and spouses and between us all we had 8 grand kids under 8!!
The party was to start at 5:00 pm. with dinner first and then gifts.
This is how I remember the celebration proceeding.....
*My parents, putting endless hours of preparation and planning into a "fairy tale" Christmas eve.
*Exhausted and hassled parents carting in kids,presents,food,highchairs,pack-n-plays and diaper bags.
*Delicious dinner....Rib roast,mashed potatoes,gravy,several kinds of vegetables and salads.....I ate mine cold because I was up from the table 6 times to "cut meat", clean a spill,change a diaper or nurse a baby!
*Kids begging to open gifts.....parents "trying" to visit.....babies getting sleepy and ready for bed.
*Read Christmas story
*Opened presents
*Tired kids started to fuss and whine....
*Exhausted Parents load up kids,presents,highchairs,pack-n-plays and diaper bags.
It is only 8:30....party and celebration over....My parents disappointed because we had to leave so soon....My siblings and I disappointed because we had so little time to visit.....the grand kids crying because it is the thing to do when you are tired!
O.K......that was a depressing story....but can you relate????
Gleaning from this experience....following are a few suggestions to make the most of your holiday gatherings when there are little ones involved.
*Start the celebration earlier in the day. Perhaps right after nap time.
*Open presents first so the children have something new to occupy them while the parents enjoy each others company.
*Hire a sitter to babysit the younger children while older children and parents enjoy a relaxing meal together.
*Instead of a full course dinner, try a dessert bar or hot and cold appetizers.
*Bring a new video for the older children to watch when they get restless.
*Use paper plates.
*Allow the older kids to spend the night at grandpa and grandmas to prolong the festivities.
My grandma used to say, "This too shall Pass" (I am sure she was referreing to her kidney stones). No, seriously.....this season of your life will go by very quickly...try to set realistic expectations,be flexible and make the most of your holiday gatherings.
Our entire family were to connect and celebrate Christmas eve at my mom and dads house. This included my husband and myself,3 siblings and spouses and between us all we had 8 grand kids under 8!!
The party was to start at 5:00 pm. with dinner first and then gifts.
This is how I remember the celebration proceeding.....
*My parents, putting endless hours of preparation and planning into a "fairy tale" Christmas eve.
*Exhausted and hassled parents carting in kids,presents,food,highchairs,pack-n-plays and diaper bags.
*Delicious dinner....Rib roast,mashed potatoes,gravy,several kinds of vegetables and salads.....I ate mine cold because I was up from the table 6 times to "cut meat", clean a spill,change a diaper or nurse a baby!
*Kids begging to open gifts.....parents "trying" to visit.....babies getting sleepy and ready for bed.
*Read Christmas story
*Opened presents
*Tired kids started to fuss and whine....
*Exhausted Parents load up kids,presents,highchairs,pack-n-plays and diaper bags.
It is only 8:30....party and celebration over....My parents disappointed because we had to leave so soon....My siblings and I disappointed because we had so little time to visit.....the grand kids crying because it is the thing to do when you are tired!
O.K......that was a depressing story....but can you relate????
Gleaning from this experience....following are a few suggestions to make the most of your holiday gatherings when there are little ones involved.
*Start the celebration earlier in the day. Perhaps right after nap time.
*Open presents first so the children have something new to occupy them while the parents enjoy each others company.
*Hire a sitter to babysit the younger children while older children and parents enjoy a relaxing meal together.
*Instead of a full course dinner, try a dessert bar or hot and cold appetizers.
*Bring a new video for the older children to watch when they get restless.
*Use paper plates.
*Allow the older kids to spend the night at grandpa and grandmas to prolong the festivities.
My grandma used to say, "This too shall Pass" (I am sure she was referreing to her kidney stones). No, seriously.....this season of your life will go by very quickly...try to set realistic expectations,be flexible and make the most of your holiday gatherings.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Enjoying the Holidays
If you are hopping over from the H@H blog...WELCOME.
Many of you are experiencing a similar situation that our family did several years ago. How to juggle Christmas "get together" and little children.
Families thrive when they are in a routine. Scheduled naps,meals,playtime and bedtime benefit even the youngest member of your crew.
But with the holidays come interrupted plans and crazy schedules.
Tomorrow (Thurs. the 17Th) Join me as we will discuss creative ways to keep every parent "sane" and even enjoy the festivities to come!
See you tomorrow!
Many of you are experiencing a similar situation that our family did several years ago. How to juggle Christmas "get together" and little children.
Families thrive when they are in a routine. Scheduled naps,meals,playtime and bedtime benefit even the youngest member of your crew.
But with the holidays come interrupted plans and crazy schedules.
Tomorrow (Thurs. the 17Th) Join me as we will discuss creative ways to keep every parent "sane" and even enjoy the festivities to come!
See you tomorrow!
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
The stress we add to our lives...
Why is my head tilted to the left?
Well, I had my hair cut last week. My hairdresser asked? Do you want bangs? No, thank you.
That was last Thursday. Today...I do want them.
Beauticians go to school to learn there craft. Why can I not understand that I have NOT been to said school and do not know what I am doing.
But no.....there I am in front of the mirror with the scissors...not just any scissors, my cut EVERYTHING pair. Paper, fabric and cardboard are no match for these bad babies...yes, they even cut through chicken bones.
The end result.....crooked bangs...I now carry my head to the left....that way they appear straight.
I hope they do not take long to grow out again....I am getting a major "kink" in my neck.
Oh, the stress I bring upon myself.
Well, I had my hair cut last week. My hairdresser asked? Do you want bangs? No, thank you.
That was last Thursday. Today...I do want them.
Beauticians go to school to learn there craft. Why can I not understand that I have NOT been to said school and do not know what I am doing.
But no.....there I am in front of the mirror with the scissors...not just any scissors, my cut EVERYTHING pair. Paper, fabric and cardboard are no match for these bad babies...yes, they even cut through chicken bones.
The end result.....crooked bangs...I now carry my head to the left....that way they appear straight.
I hope they do not take long to grow out again....I am getting a major "kink" in my neck.
Oh, the stress I bring upon myself.
Friday, December 11, 2009
New situations (encourgaing your children)
I want to share with you a article I wrote that I thought might be helpful when you are encouraging your children to "step out" of their comfort zone. With Christmas concerts, recitals and plays in full swing it gives our children plenty of opportunities for "firsts". With each experience your child will grow in confidence and have a "I can do it" attitude.
As the line, to order food inched forward, Casey leaned into me. “Mommy, will you please order for me?” he begged. “No, son, you need to do this. I will be right next to you,” I comforted. Although progressing, with weekly speech therapy, he still struggled with fluency. Talking with strangers only magnified the situation as he battled to verbalize his requests. “May I help who is next?” came a friendly voice from across the counter. “Y-Y-Y-Yes, I would like a hamburger, please?” Casey replied. After receiving his order and arriving at our table, Casey was grinning from ear to ear. “Mommy, did you hear me?” “I only stuttered once!” The visits to McDonalds became more frequent and the orders more complex as he continued to build confidence in his ability to communicate with others.
It is hard, as moms, to "push" our children in new situations. We want to protect,shield,shelter and safe-gaurd them.... even in situations that would be benificial for growth and development.
At least I do.......In the article above....I had to stand firm and make Casey order. However, the "momma bear" in me wanted to order for him.
Do you struggle with this too?
www.sueheimer.com
As the line, to order food inched forward, Casey leaned into me. “Mommy, will you please order for me?” he begged. “No, son, you need to do this. I will be right next to you,” I comforted. Although progressing, with weekly speech therapy, he still struggled with fluency. Talking with strangers only magnified the situation as he battled to verbalize his requests. “May I help who is next?” came a friendly voice from across the counter. “Y-Y-Y-Yes, I would like a hamburger, please?” Casey replied. After receiving his order and arriving at our table, Casey was grinning from ear to ear. “Mommy, did you hear me?” “I only stuttered once!” The visits to McDonalds became more frequent and the orders more complex as he continued to build confidence in his ability to communicate with others.
It is hard, as moms, to "push" our children in new situations. We want to protect,shield,shelter and safe-gaurd them.... even in situations that would be benificial for growth and development.
At least I do.......In the article above....I had to stand firm and make Casey order. However, the "momma bear" in me wanted to order for him.
Do you struggle with this too?
www.sueheimer.com
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Sleeping through Christmas
This morning I was thinking about Christmas.
Then I looked over at "Ellie" our family farm dog, that on cold days gets a coveted spot inside the back door.
She will lay there for hours.....oblivious to all around her.She is content to sleep through the day.
I do not want to "sleep" through Christmas this year...unaware of what God is doing all around me. I want to be an active participant in bringing joy to others in the midst of their loneliness, hurt and pain. My desire is to offer comfort,care and cheer. What that will look like...well, it might be a smile offered to the haggard clerk at the store. Food bought for the local food pantry. A thank-you and money in the "bell ringers" bucket. I do not have to worry about "how"...God is creative....HE will give me all kinds of opportunities not to "sleep" through HIS birthday celebration this year!
And more than anything, what I want for Christmas....is more of JESUS!
For more thoughts hop over to www.chattingwiththesky.com
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Meet my Family!
My Man and I
My 4 sons
Seth
Levi
Casey
Brock
Seth and my beautiful
daughter-in-law Megan
Thursday, December 3, 2009
The Power of Respect
Yesterday, at work, I had a thought provoking experience.
A coworker was introducing me to a new employee. "This is Sue," she introduced. "And SHE has the husband all of us want to have!"
Wow! My friend at work has never met my husband, Curt. How would she know what he is like?
FROM ME.....
my shared...
comments
remarks
exchanges
and narrative accounts of my life, with my man, Curt.
I respect Curt. Even when I do not always agree with him or we are in a "dry" season or our relationship.
It is not artificial. I really do respect him. He is a amazing leader,provider and protector. He would take a bullet for me. And when the opportunity lends itself, I share what a great husband and father he is. And I mean it.
I just did not realize until yesterday how HUGE that is. My friends "see" and "know" my husband through my words of Respect and Apreciation of him.
My friends adore my husband, whom they have never met.
And that makes me smile.
Oh, Lord, help me never to disrespect my husband in public (or private) EVER.
A coworker was introducing me to a new employee. "This is Sue," she introduced. "And SHE has the husband all of us want to have!"
Wow! My friend at work has never met my husband, Curt. How would she know what he is like?
FROM ME.....
my shared...
comments
remarks
exchanges
and narrative accounts of my life, with my man, Curt.
I respect Curt. Even when I do not always agree with him or we are in a "dry" season or our relationship.
It is not artificial. I really do respect him. He is a amazing leader,provider and protector. He would take a bullet for me. And when the opportunity lends itself, I share what a great husband and father he is. And I mean it.
I just did not realize until yesterday how HUGE that is. My friends "see" and "know" my husband through my words of Respect and Apreciation of him.
My friends adore my husband, whom they have never met.
And that makes me smile.
Oh, Lord, help me never to disrespect my husband in public (or private) EVER.
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