tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post6906353427038737042..comments2024-02-26T08:02:05.002-05:00Comments on Nitty.Gritty.: Good stuff.Jodyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01338865463777681078noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-57676766441835133262009-03-09T09:16:00.000-04:002009-03-09T09:16:00.000-04:00Oh and the bike is outstanding! (I used to be a Ca...Oh and the bike is outstanding! (I used to be a Case Manager and I had to assist with obtaining a bike once)Shannonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12502975676135226121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-87849734971191904652009-03-09T09:15:00.000-04:002009-03-09T09:15:00.000-04:00Good morning from Austin!First off: Props to you s...Good morning from Austin!<BR/>First off: Props to you surviving without dad. :)<BR/>What a great gift you got in the mail. I don't scrap but looks like fun. (I blog instead and that's about all I can do now) <BR/>I too am a stuck at home mom. That's why I paint and redecorate alot. lol. <BR/>I too enjoy being home with my kids. Just the other day Abigail found a dandy lion and came to me and said "fwow-ie"....it was so precious. She took the "fwow-ie" to nap time. My son always comes over to sit in my lap or say "Hep me". I cannot imagine not being able to see my kids all day. (Yes there are moments that I don't want to see their 4 eye balls!) but time goes by so fast. <BR/>Thanks for keeping it in perspective.<BR/>-Shannon in AustinShannonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12502975676135226121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-25957176828899870032009-03-06T16:34:00.000-05:002009-03-06T16:34:00.000-05:00Wow! What an amazing pile of scrapping heaven!!!!...Wow! What an amazing pile of scrapping heaven!!!!!!!!!!! You are lucky to have such a treasure trove of goodies sent to you. I admit, I'm green with envy :-)Anitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10729459049199202498noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-72002918787058720192009-03-04T00:06:00.000-05:002009-03-04T00:06:00.000-05:00I was like you, I loved to be with my girls, that ...I was like you, I loved to be with my girls, that was always what I wanted to be was a "Mommie" Looks like if you get to catch a break you'll be able to find some crafting time! Always a plus too! Enjoy, God Bless Shi~Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-83543716483350690182009-03-03T14:02:00.000-05:002009-03-03T14:02:00.000-05:00Jody!Thank you for your kind comment! I am so glad...Jody!<BR/><BR/>Thank you for your kind comment! I am so glad you are enjoying the series! It started with finding a few photos of different elements.. then I began the search and it actually took a really long time to gather all the photos, lol. But once I was committed, I had to go through with it ;)<BR/><BR/>But just to know one person is enjoying the series makes it all worth it, so thank you from the bottom of my heart!<BR/><BR/>Great blog! You have a lovely family! I will definitely be stopping back in! I also love your playlist selection: wonderful and encouraging songs. It is so exciting to meet a fellow blog believer. ;) Have a blessed week friend.<BR/><BR/>xo, dannioh, hello friend.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13732971879459232529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-36867534608578514462009-03-03T12:05:00.000-05:002009-03-03T12:05:00.000-05:00LOL!! At first glance at the top photo, I thought...LOL!! At first glance at the top photo, I thought that was Crew stashed in that corner! hahaha!<BR/><BR/>Man you inspire me spiritually and all things momma!<BR/><BR/>K, I'm gonna go request ya on FB, ta ta.<BR/>~CamilleMust.Be.A-Follower.https://www.blogger.com/profile/17245002779248336707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-57264248646059399172009-03-03T02:50:00.000-05:002009-03-03T02:50:00.000-05:00Hi JodyI have been a lurker on your inspirational ...Hi Jody<BR/><BR/>I have been a lurker on your inspirational blog for a while now. <BR/><BR/>I wanted to let you know that I check in on your blog on a regualr basis and find your optimistic attitude and musings an uplifting experience. <BR/><BR/>Like you, I feel so blessed to be a stay at home home. It is such a privilege, particulalry in this economic climate.<BR/><BR/>All those scrapbook supplies look amazing. So much creative fun awaits you. After caring for your five gorgeous children solo, you deserve some time out to enjoy these goodies.<BR/><BR/>I am looking forward to seeing some of your creations and Wyndam enjoying her brand new bike.<BR/><BR/>EliseElisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01736379272589983153noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-25949172202066495642009-03-02T22:47:00.000-05:002009-03-02T22:47:00.000-05:00I am so excited for Wyndham! She is going to love ...I am so excited for Wyndham! She is going to love that bike.<BR/><BR/>I don't want you to think I am without manners, but I have checked the mail box for weeks and the special greeting did not arrive.<BR/><BR/>No worries, it was a very sweet though ")wife.mom.nursehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16161476116382515206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-45371699479164485402009-03-02T22:16:00.000-05:002009-03-02T22:16:00.000-05:00Awesome loot! In the 2nd picture down, there is a ...Awesome loot! In the 2nd picture down, there is a frog box that says Chip Box. I thought that was funny. Your kids are dolls!Nicoolmamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16667431954730199732noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-47767256649376676432009-03-02T15:51:00.000-05:002009-03-02T15:51:00.000-05:00LOVE your blog!!!Is it weird that I am THIS excite...LOVE your blog!!!<BR/>Is it weird that I am THIS excited to be your friend on Facebook? <BR/>Thanks!:)<BR/>Jess in NebraskaJesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06808044515953511538noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-48646342031474811152009-03-02T13:13:00.000-05:002009-03-02T13:13:00.000-05:00Yea!!!Jody we missed you. The silly nurse I am wor...Yea!!!Jody we missed you. The silly nurse I am worried and prayed that all was ok. My 23 yr old daughter and I have started following you. We love seeing the pictures of you kids and the fun you have. My daughter thinks Crew is the cutest little boy she has ever seen. You remind me to keep whats important important. ThanksRebekahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09952712610227858768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-39834761687131748232009-03-02T12:41:00.000-05:002009-03-02T12:41:00.000-05:00Jody, I read your blog and am always touched by yo...Jody, I read your blog and am always touched by your many gifts, among the most beautiful is your sweet and tender heart toward the needs of your precious Wyndham. <BR/>I too have a special needs child and my days are filled with more blessings than challenges, but sometimes the challenges are seriously challenging! For this reason, I wonder if you would post information on the amazing bike you got for Wyndham. I think it would be perfect for our little girl and I have never seen one before. Thanks and God bless you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-48926301761633226852009-03-02T12:13:00.000-05:002009-03-02T12:13:00.000-05:00I'm sure you read MckMamma's blog but I couldn't r...I'm sure you read MckMamma's blog but I couldn't resist sending this poem to you anyway. This hit me hard as I struggle to regroup after a minor surgery with 2 children, 3 and 1! My husband is very good at helping me to set aside the "stuff" in our life and appreciate our family but as a SAHM sometimes all you can see are the things that need to be done. You are an encouragement to me to see the beauty of everyday life and you help me to not beat myself up with guilt when I fail to do that. Enjoy the poem again!<BR/>Missy<BR/><BR/>SONG FOR A FIFTH CHILD<BR/>Mother, O Mother, come shake out your cloth,<BR/>Empty the dustpan, poison the moth,<BR/>Hang out the washing, make up the bed,<BR/>Sew on a button and butter the bread.<BR/><BR/>Where is the mother whose house is so shocking?<BR/>She's up in the nursery, blissfully rocking.<BR/><BR/>Oh, I've grown as shiftless as Little Boy Blue,<BR/>Lullabye, rockabye, lullabye loo.<BR/>Dishes are waiting and bills are past due<BR/>Pat-a-cake, darling, and peek, peekaboo<BR/><BR/>The shopping's not done and there's nothing for stew<BR/>And out in the yard there's a hullabaloo<BR/>But I'm playing Kanga and this is my Roo<BR/>Look! Aren't his eyes the most wonderful hue?<BR/>Lullabye, rockaby lullabye loo.<BR/><BR/>The cleaning and scrubbing can wait till tomorrow<BR/>But children grow up as I've learned to my sorrow.<BR/>So quiet down cobwebs; Dust go to sleep!<BR/>I'm rocking my baby and babies don't keep.<BR/>~Ruth Hulburt HamiltonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-80073165972247730982009-03-02T08:20:00.000-05:002009-03-02T08:20:00.000-05:00WOW! One whose away from the raising of kids forg...WOW! One whose away from the raising of kids forgets ALL it entails. I've been there but not with 5 like you! Sounds like you're perspective is good on what's important etc.<BR/><BR/>I lOVE the quote you shared at the end...so I copied/pasted it and will include it on my Facebook profile!<BR/><BR/>Love that you finally blogged after a week Jody! Have another great week!<BR/>WSLAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-55676863245762350682009-03-02T05:20:00.000-05:002009-03-02T05:20:00.000-05:00That is a great bike ~ i know your daughter will h...That is a great bike ~ i know your daughter will have lots of fun with it in the summer!<BR/>That is alot of scrapbooking supplies ~ it will keep you busy for a wee while!<BR/>l,<BR/>Amanda xAmandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13652316916683235671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-39827898093153379982009-03-01T22:50:00.000-05:002009-03-01T22:50:00.000-05:00Ohhhhh my, look at all that scrapbooking stuff, ho...Ohhhhh my, look at all that scrapbooking stuff, how awesome. Loved the pics and that's soooo cool about Wyndam's bike!!!!! How exciting!!!! :o)Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08257352882657911252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-14279173976053018622009-03-01T22:49:00.000-05:002009-03-01T22:49:00.000-05:00what an awesome bike for your daughter!and have fu...what an awesome bike for your daughter!<BR/>and have fun with your new goodies!erinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10951100024655601960noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-13043965449097647012009-03-01T22:45:00.000-05:002009-03-01T22:45:00.000-05:00Can't wait to see Wyndham riding that bike. My kid...Can't wait to see Wyndham riding that bike. My kids are growing up and I'm so feeling by working all day every day I miss out on so much. No time for laundry, or baking or dusting or vacuuming...On, and on. So the decision is on the table for me. So I know you do feel blessed you get to be a SAHM!Nieman Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05069710076956574186noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-17470571448154594692009-03-01T22:44:00.000-05:002009-03-01T22:44:00.000-05:00That is a great quote!! Boy did you ever receive a...That is a great quote!! <BR/><BR/>Boy did you ever receive a great gift of scrapbooking supplies. I would be lost with all of that stuff. The ideas are endless and with you the outcome will be awesome. <BR/><BR/>Yeah for Wyndham with the new bike. I can't wait to see pictures. Her smile will be priceless.Katyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06864509291466680415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-13323876474920759612009-03-01T22:42:00.000-05:002009-03-01T22:42:00.000-05:00Sounds like a busy weekend! We missed seeing you ...Sounds like a busy weekend! We missed seeing you at church today. :-)<BR/><BR/>Crew looks just like his daddy in that photo with all the kiddos! He is getting so big!<BR/><BR/>I totally agree about skype. What a great program! We used it regularly when my SIL was student teaching in Costa Rica.<BR/><BR/>All that scrap stuff looks like sooo much fun!<BR/><BR/>Happy March! :-)Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14812036887166585134noreply@blogger.com