Remember to be Thankful

The Writers Workshop Assignment I chose to accept: Write a poem about the things you are thankful for.


I am thankful for all of these things and so many more. I am a blessed and grateful woman, today and everyday.

Remember to be Thankful

Thankful for the big

Thankful for the small

Thankful for the good

Thankful for the bad

Trials make you strong

Troubles don't last long

There is food to eat

A warm place to sleep

Family who loves you

Friends who accept you

Wonderful husband

Gorgeous, happy, and healthy son

The hope for tomorrow

Anticipation of blessings to come

Gratitude and hugs

Love and luck

Happiness and grief

Memories of those no longer with us

Traditions old and new

First Thanksgiving messy and fun

Parades and Football games 

Leftovers and afternoon naps

Gathering together

Remembering our blessings

Love to everyone.

Happy Thanksgiving! May your day be filled with family, fun and love. 

"Just Another Manic Monday"

And this week I am participating in Writer's Workshop and the prompt I chose is: Could a routine become interesting through words?  Write about a person (perhaps you) caught up in a daily routine.  Establish a rhythm with the story’s words that impersonates the rhythm of the routine.




6 AM       is                  that              the              alarm                                                  hit.the.snooze                                   man that went by fast                                                          UGH       pull    myself        out                       of                      bed                            run to the bathroom, I can't see, where's my glasses, GET UP EDDIE, "Mommy can I watch a show" I say yes but I wanna say NO! Find the remote change the TV, you can only watch Disney.       Heres your clothes put on your shoes, getting in the shower. Do you hear what I'm telling you? Get in the shower the water is nice, I could stay in here the rest of my life.  Wash my hair, my face and limbs. Did I put conditioner in? Water off, towel on.  Find my clothes, brush out my hair.  Eddie are you dressed, of course not I could have guessed. The TV is going off if you don't put on your shoes and socks.  Blow dry my hair, I don't wanna go anywhere! Straighten hair, brush and comb, gotta put some makeup on.  Eddie come and brush your teeth, brush as long as the light is flashing. Rinse it off get your backpack, no I'm not recording that. Where's your jacket? Put it on. Where the heck did I leave my phone? Purse, phone, jacket, keys. Eddie get your backpack please. TV lights everything off out the door, make sure its locked, in the car and we're OFF!

A Four Year Old Movie Critic - Writers Workshop

This week for Mama Kat's Writers Workshop I chose "Interview a Child"

Since we saw Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen today, I thought that I would get my son's thoughts on the movie. He is a HUGE fan of Transformers and has been anxiously awaiting the latest installment. Added to the excitement is the fact that his Godfather, who is in the Air Force stationed at White Sands, got to be in the movie as part of the military forces. So here is his review.

*SPOILER ALERT* Now I will try to ask questions that will not give away too much, but he is 4 after all and I have no control over his answers.

Me: Did you enjoy Transformers today:
Monkey: I liked it a lot Bumblebee was funny when he popped out Devastator's eye.

Me: Who is your favorite Autobots or Decepticons?
Monkey: I like all the Autobots, I like Sideswipe

Me: Who was your favorite character in this movie?
Monkey: The two small twins - I liked when they fought over which color they wanted "I want green, I want red" (There was some hand gestures to illustrate the fight)

Me: What was your favorite part?
Monkey: When Optimus said "Give me your head!" I liked that part. I liked when the twins were fighting over the colors (see above question)

Me: Who do you like better Sam or Michaela?
Monkey: I like Michaela cause she has that motorcycle

Me: Did you see your Nino (godfather)?
Monkey: No I didn't see him - I think he is at home
Me: No silly did you see him in the movie?
Monkey: Oh, no I didn't see him, where was he?

Me: If you were a Transformer what car would you be?
Monkey: That red one - One of the twins - I really like that car - I like that they have the doors sticking out when they Transform like Bumblebee

Me: Do you think other people should see Transformers?
Monkey: Yes, because they are fans of it

Me: Would you go see it again?
Monkey: Yes I would

Me: How many times would you like to see it?
Monkey: 40, 50, 80, 90 - Is that a lot?

Me: Anything else you want to say about the movie?
Monkey: I don't know - The twins are funny and Bumblebee threw them out of the tunnel, and Bumblebee shoots, I like Sideswipe's gun. He (Sideswipe) has awesome swords, just like Optimus, I like them.

Me: How many stars would you give this movie (I tried thumbs up, he was confused, stars he understands)
Monkey: 45, 60, 90 - Is that a lot? Can you type that much? ( I am guessing I should have given him a scale like 1-5 or 1-10)

I hope you enjoyed this review from a 4 year old critic. It was certainly interesting getting it. I know you are all going to run out and see the movie just based on his recommendation. ;)

Writers Workshop: SAHM Job Description

So I decided to do Mama Kat's writers workshop the prompt I chose: What is your role in the household?

What isn't my role? I am a mostly SAHM, I work while my son is at preschool. But onto my role IN the house.....

Wife, Mother, Chef, Accountant, Housekeeper, Laundry Specialist, Stain Remover General, Story Teller, Psychologist, Nurse, Doctor, Technical Support, Event Organizer, Teacher, Warden, Massage Therapist, Boo Boo kisser, Private Investigator, Finder Of All Things Lost, Fixer of Broken Toys, Fixer of Broken Ego's, Etiquette Coach, Motivational Speaker, Translator, Disciplinarian, Negotiator, Baker, Taste Tester, Discount Finder, Coupon Clipper, Meal Planner, Craft Queen, Frog Keeper, Personal Trainer, Personal Assistant, Movie Critic, DVD Repair Specialist, Replacer of Batteries, Replacer of Light Bulbs, Shoe Lace Tieing Master, TV Guard, Family Memory Keeper, List Maker, not to mention, Lover, Friend, and Photographer.

I think I got it all, but you never know, there are likely tons of things that I do that I can't find or create a name for. I wouldn't trade a second of it or a single job for any other life. There is nothing better than being all of these things to my husband and son. It was fun to think of everything I do, maybe I should show this list to my husband the next time he tells me I don't need a new pair of shoes.