Sam's preschool fun!

 Sam goes to Preschool. He takes the bus 2 times a week, on Tuesday and Thursday. Before school started, he was excited, but the day came, he had his backpack on, the school bus honked out in front of our house, so we ran outside excitedly. We run up to the bus and then the moment of truth came for him when he had to leave mom. I asked the lady if I could ride the bus with him. She said no. So, I shoved him on the bus and off he went screaming. (He's a shy/clingy personality). After that, every time he talked about the bus, he said, "I don't want to ride it anymore. I'm tired of it." Now we bribe him with an ice cream sandwich. Every time we run out to the bus, I just keep repeating the words "ice cream sandwich, ice cream sandwich"  and then, push him onto the bus. (I need my free time.)   :)   It seems to work every time. Bribery is my best friend :)

His much-deserved ice cream sandwich

Sam at the computer

Sam is a little wiz kid on the computer. He knows how to use the ipad, Jared's blackberry phone, Grandma's computer and phone, VCR, tv, etc. He knows where all the games are located, as well as cool sounds. His favorite sites are PBS and Sesame Street.

Max at 2 months

So I thought I would start blogging again since we have a fast internet speed. Max is 2 months as of yesterday. I thought i'd take some pictures of him. Here they are

Awesome crock pot recipes

I found a great blog. In 2008, a lady made a new year's resolution that she would use her crock pot every day. She does. She throughly blogs all of her recipes, how to do it, full of pictures, and "the verdict" or what she thought of the recipe. It is A-MAZING! I love using the crock pot, because I can prepare everything in the morning when I am full of energy and not have to worry about dinner all day long. I LOVE crockpots (have I said that already?). On this website, there is even a recipe for tapioca pudding and brownies in a mug, which would be a GREAT idea for FHE on Monday nights.
Check it out:

http://crockpot365.blogspot.com/

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Service & Honesty at www.redmountainaviation.net

Why Jesus is Better Than Santa Claus

A little something to remember during the Christmas holidays

Santa Claus lives at the North Pole...
JESUS is everywhere.

Santa Claus rides in a sleigh...
JESUS rides on the wind and walks on the water.

Santa Claus comes but once a year...
JESUS is an ever present help.

Santa Claus fills your stockings with goodies...
JESUS supplies all your needs.

Santa Claus comes down your chimney uninvited... JESUS stands at your door and knocks, and then enters your heart when invited.

You have to wait in line to see Santa Claus...
JESUS is as close as the mention of His name.

Santa Claus lets you sit on his lap...
JESUS lets you rest in His arms.

Santa Claus doesn't know your name, all he can say is "Hi little boy (or girl,) what's your name?"...
JESUS knew our name before we did. Not only does He know our name, He knows our address too. He knows our history and future and He even knows how many hairs are on our heads.

Santa Claus has a belly like a bowl full of jelly...
JESUS has a heart full of love.

All Santa Claus can offer is HO HO HO...
JESUS offers health, help and hope.

Santa Claus says "You better not cry"...
JESUS says "Cast all your cares on me for I care for you."

Santa's little helpers make toys...
JESUS makes new life, mends wounded hearts, repairs broken homes and builds mansions.

Santa Claus is a "jolly old elf"...
JESUS is the King of Kings.

Santa Claus may make you chuckle but...
JESUS gives you joy that is your strength.

While Santa Claus puts gifts under your tree...
JESUS became our gift and died on a tree.