Monday November 23, 2009
…. Book Two has arrived! It was overnighted to my house and arrived Friday while I was sewing at a friend’s house. When I left home, I thought I would come back around five to pick it up; but we were having so much fun I forgot about it completely. Then David arrived with a box in his hands and I went wild jumping up and down (while the children stared in shock). There was no nice, “Oh, Adam, would you like to help me open this?” because I just tore into the box. I’ve barely slept since. Do you have any idea how strange it is to see your own life in an honest to goodness book?
Adam didn’t say much, probably because he thought I was overkill. He’s like a teenager in that already. But when we got home and I walked into the living room he was looking at it. I promised to read it to him in bed. When I was finished, I tried to take the book and he wordlessly clung to it. “Adam, it’s time to go to sleep.”
Adam: “I want to sleep with it.”
I didn’t let him; but offered to keep it on the dresser in his room. The next morning he was downstairs before I was and when I walked into his room to get Liam, I noticed the book had migrated downstairs, too!
You can also order these books directly through Vision Publishers.
… We are temporarily a three boy family. Zachary stayed here while his mommy and daddy went to a teacher’s convention. Do you have any idea how cute it is to look into a back seat and see three little boys? It’s downright adorable. This is not the first time it happened and whenever it does I think, “you know, I think we need to have another little boy.” But then clear as day I see my sister walk into church yesterday with two beautiful little girls in white dresses with smocking and pink sweaters with bows and their hair done up adorably. They sat down and out came two cute “hello kitty” tablets with those crayon pens that have tiny little crayons inside to change out.” And then I’m just pretty sure we want a little girl sometime. Hmmm.
… There are two bushels of apples in the basement that need to be made into applesauce. Christy and I stayed up til midnight doing one for her. I wish she were still here. I hate doing stuff like that all by myself.
… The turkeys in the frig are gluten-free! And my “turns out amazing food” aunt Frieda sent me a rub recipe she’s started using that contains none of Liam’s allergens. I think I’ll make one of each. I’m feeling much more happy about Thanksgiving.
… I think I need another cup of coffee before the boys wake up.
What’s the name of your book? Congrats!
@mcbery –
I just added the photos … We Build A House and My Brother’s Keeper
I saw the books in the Vision catalogue. Can’t wait to order them for our church library. I can only imagine your excitement! I have a book idea rolling around and you are motivating me to push harder.
So happy for you….great looking books! Can’t wait to get one of each! Ooops, just rememebered I didn’t send a check yet. Can I write one check for both books, or do I need to get the second one from Vision? Happy applesaucing….
Soo happy for you! I was wondering if We Build A House had arrived yet. I couldn’t believe you wouldn’t post about it though. š
Glad you got the turkey problem taken care of.
I agree, it’s much more fun to do stuff with your sisters/mom than by yourself.
Happy Thanksgiving
The picture of Beth and the boys is so sweet. You girls are such good mommy’s. I wish I could help you and Christy do applesauce. I was up late the other night anyway, I should have joined you. š Take care.. I am so happy for you that the turkey and other recipes are falling in place. Have a great week!
That other book looks wonderful too! I am excited to get our copies and see ALL of the book, instead of just the cover! I am a book lover…have you caught on to that yet.
I have two boys and then a girl…and I can tell you: I am VERY happy to have a little girl in our family. I love boys and always said I’d rather have a family of all boys than all girls, but there sure is something different and special about a little girl!
@qawzse789 –
Oh, that’s funny. That’s ME and the boys. š
@appalolly –
I used to say if it was going to be an “all” family I wanted girls. Now that I have boys I think they’re so much easier!
Duh!! I wondered why Beth would be there without her kids… I wouldn’t have said you looked alike , but that pic sure fooled me š
I sure enjoy my boys, then when I think of the future and little girls I always feel like I can handle one more HUGE UnComfortable pregnancy and another c-section.
The books look colorful and I am excited to read it myself! š
Glad Thanksgiving is looking more thrilling to you, hope you have a special time with family!
So thankful you found turkeys. Mmm… Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving week! So glad your new book has arrived. I can hardly wait!
adam is like a teenager in alot of ways, i think. =)
glad you have a turkey that is kosher. i am thinking for once i will drop weight over the holidays instead of gain it. when you eat at someone else’s house, it really limits your choices. yesterday we went away for lunch and supper and i lost a nifty whole pound.
happy thanksgiving to you and your family!
Your book was really making it’s rounds last night…..:) It IS adorable!
I wish I could help you do the apples. I would love the sit-down-peel-and-talk time with the Little interrupions. : ) I keep wondering how your day is going. The best to you!
Boys are great, but you def need a girl. š So glad Thanksgiving is looking easier for you!
So glad life is looking up for you!! =) Hope you have a “restful” thanksgiving!!
wow, the book looks awesome. i’ll have to tell mom about it – she has a bookstore.
so very glad you found the ‘right’ turkey. have a very happy thanksgiving!!
Just received a new catalog from Vision and seen your book there. They look fascinating, knowing Keith’s family makes me anxious to read the book. I have three boys and a girl, there certainly is a difference.
I saw your book was making it’s rounds Sunday evening but never had a chance to really look at it yet.
Happy Turkey Day! Glad it worked out š
I am so happy for you!I know we don’t have lil boys in the age bracket of the second one, but our children just love books. I never categorize them…
Your book is beautiful! Can’t wait to get mine in the mail!