I was visiting with my cousin's wife this past weekend at a family affair (more on that another time). She is expecting in August. We were speaking about staying at home or going back to work after the baby arrived. She mentioned being torn and what others would think. Later several of us were discussing ill-behaved children and again what others would think of our kids. I mentioned it didn't matter. Try as we will, no one is a perfect parent and our kids are certain to misbehave. All you can do is put your best foot forward for you and your family, and the rest is life!
I was thinking about that conversation yesterday. It dawned on me that I need to take my own advice. I need to try my best and not worry what others think of me or my Zachary. It seems I worry most what my family & friends thinks of Zachary, when those are the ones that love us the most. As every other parent, I need to fix my eyes on being a godly parent and let the rest fall into place.
P.S. Nicole, I think you and Adam are going to be great parents. All you can do is try your best, and the rest will happen. Micki, ditto for you guys too. Love you both!
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Top picked papers
Friday, May 29, 2009
Mrs. Delany and class
As we draw to a close, I must admit, this has been a highly successful year. And I owe much of that to Mrs. Delany. Zachary was on the "A" Honor Roll all four quarters this year. He also earned the Principal's List Award, Excellent Conduct, Bible Award, Book Report Award, History Award, and the Bible Rosette Award. And then this year, they started a National Elementary Junior Honor Society and Zachary was inducted into that as well.
Back row: Mrs. Rhonda Delany, Bryan Tran, Nicholas Wilson, Nathan Davis, Justine Feathers, Joseph Shiflet, Zachary Sansing, JoJo Otto, Brandon Feather. Front row: Bethany Andress, Katelynn Kaufhold, Reina Ramnarine, Eunice Mora, Maddy Burke, Daniella Scarpetta.
Back row: Mrs. Rhonda Delany, Bryan Tran, Nicholas Wilson, Nathan Davis, Justine Feathers, Joseph Shiflet, Zachary Sansing, JoJo Otto, Brandon Feather. Front row: Bethany Andress, Katelynn Kaufhold, Reina Ramnarine, Eunice Mora, Maddy Burke, Daniella Scarpetta.
Our Graduate
We've been flying by the seat of our pants in May. I can't believe it will be June on Monday. Nonetheless, I wanted to announce that my daughter is officially a graduate of Baylor University and has a job in Austin. She starts Monday. We are super proud of her and all of her accomplishments while at Baylor for only four years! Way to go Lauren!
Our graduate and her brother
Dinner after graduation
Our graduate and her brother Dinner after graduationOne funny note. Zachary asked if he would get to graduate from college one day. I said, "I certainly hope so." We went to a Japanese restaurant where they do all the crazy cooking in front of you. He was pretty interested in all of that. Fire and knifes...a little boys fantasy.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Funny things heard
I thought I would share some of the funny things we have heard and seen over the last several months. Despite the regular talking back (he's learning that on schedule), it is nice to reflect on how humorous my little guy can be.
10. There has been some talk about the future. "When I grow up I want to be married" and "When I am in college Joe Joe will be my friend". Yeah!!!, some interest in people.
9. Mrs. Delany apparently needs some help at school. The other day she was explaining the concept of 'sin' and Zachary interrupted her to tell her that 'sin' was a Spanish word that means 'without'. He was also recently looking over her shoulder while waiting in line, and noticed a student misspelled a word on a spelling test that Mrs. Delany had marked correct. He brought that to her attention too. She thought that was pretty cute, but the student did not.
8. Zachary lost a tooth a couple of weeks ago. There is a little anxiety about this, which is not surprising. However, recently a student in his class got braces, so putting two and two together, he explained to me that "(he) needed braces to keep his other teeth in".
7. With his interest in Chess, we are having to work on good sportsmanship when he wins and loses. He hates losing, but loves winning. So when playing his dad, he said, "I'm going to beat you bad." And he did...in four moves. He was thrilled, but we told him he only needed to say "Daddy, you lost and I won" one time. So in response, he said "Can I say it again in a man voice?" and proceeded to say it in deep, manly voice. We cracked up!
6. For a while, the students had music class in the chapel due to some Ike repairs. To Zachary, it seemed logical that he should be able to play the piano. But not as logical to the piano teacher who told him he did not have permission. He told his aid, "I want to buy some permission from Target." They do carry just about everything.
5. We are working on prayer at night, and he is saying some funny stuff. We were discussing presents, and as serious as can be he said, "I'm thankful for asking for a water bottle for my birthday. Does that count?" He was so sincere, I had to let it count. Then another time, they were learning about the Israelites grumbling in the dessert. He said, "Mom, will you forgive me for grumbling like an Israelite?" Great application and true to heart.
4. We visited Cassie and Travis a while back and were eating Eggo waffles. He sincerely said, "Eggo is Spanish for egg." We all had a good laugh and explained huevo were eggs. Another day, he requested to have his Eggo's cut into quarters, "like Cassie did".
3. For a while he has been interested in people's ages. He said, "when I am 90, how old will Lauren (his sister) be?" I explained she would probably have passed away by then and be in heaven. He paused for a moment and said, "So, I'll be all alone." It made me sad for him, but I explained he would have friends and other family still.
2. He has a new interest in golf. So John has been taking him to the golf course. We go over the rules before he goes, and the last rule is "who is the boss?" He said, "The boss is daddy....and me" and got a little smile on his face.
1. A friend of Zachary's birthday is December 25th. So a while back, he said, "Mom, Kyle and Jesus are twins" and he was being geniune. It seemed logical that the same birthday meant people were twins, so we had a little explaining to do. You could see the wheels spinning after that.
Zachary can be a delight to interact with. At times I would like to zip his mouth closed, but he certainly does say some funny things and keeps us in stitches. Hope you enjoyed it as well.
10. There has been some talk about the future. "When I grow up I want to be married" and "When I am in college Joe Joe will be my friend". Yeah!!!, some interest in people.
9. Mrs. Delany apparently needs some help at school. The other day she was explaining the concept of 'sin' and Zachary interrupted her to tell her that 'sin' was a Spanish word that means 'without'. He was also recently looking over her shoulder while waiting in line, and noticed a student misspelled a word on a spelling test that Mrs. Delany had marked correct. He brought that to her attention too. She thought that was pretty cute, but the student did not.
8. Zachary lost a tooth a couple of weeks ago. There is a little anxiety about this, which is not surprising. However, recently a student in his class got braces, so putting two and two together, he explained to me that "(he) needed braces to keep his other teeth in".
7. With his interest in Chess, we are having to work on good sportsmanship when he wins and loses. He hates losing, but loves winning. So when playing his dad, he said, "I'm going to beat you bad." And he did...in four moves. He was thrilled, but we told him he only needed to say "Daddy, you lost and I won" one time. So in response, he said "Can I say it again in a man voice?" and proceeded to say it in deep, manly voice. We cracked up!
6. For a while, the students had music class in the chapel due to some Ike repairs. To Zachary, it seemed logical that he should be able to play the piano. But not as logical to the piano teacher who told him he did not have permission. He told his aid, "I want to buy some permission from Target." They do carry just about everything.
5. We are working on prayer at night, and he is saying some funny stuff. We were discussing presents, and as serious as can be he said, "I'm thankful for asking for a water bottle for my birthday. Does that count?" He was so sincere, I had to let it count. Then another time, they were learning about the Israelites grumbling in the dessert. He said, "Mom, will you forgive me for grumbling like an Israelite?" Great application and true to heart.
4. We visited Cassie and Travis a while back and were eating Eggo waffles. He sincerely said, "Eggo is Spanish for egg." We all had a good laugh and explained huevo were eggs. Another day, he requested to have his Eggo's cut into quarters, "like Cassie did".
3. For a while he has been interested in people's ages. He said, "when I am 90, how old will Lauren (his sister) be?" I explained she would probably have passed away by then and be in heaven. He paused for a moment and said, "So, I'll be all alone." It made me sad for him, but I explained he would have friends and other family still.
2. He has a new interest in golf. So John has been taking him to the golf course. We go over the rules before he goes, and the last rule is "who is the boss?" He said, "The boss is daddy....and me" and got a little smile on his face.
1. A friend of Zachary's birthday is December 25th. So a while back, he said, "Mom, Kyle and Jesus are twins" and he was being geniune. It seemed logical that the same birthday meant people were twins, so we had a little explaining to do. You could see the wheels spinning after that.
Zachary can be a delight to interact with. At times I would like to zip his mouth closed, but he certainly does say some funny things and keeps us in stitches. Hope you enjoyed it as well.
Monday, May 11, 2009
It finally happened
Many of you know my husband is an avid golfer. He eats, sleeps and breathes it, and honestly I do not mind. He could be doing other things, and he always considers family activities first.
So, I often wondered if Zachary would ever have an interest in golf. I know it will be the one way they could spend time ample amounts of time together, and that is what Zachary craves. Well, the Wii has really contributed to a new interest in sports for Zachary... PRAISE THE LORD (can you hear the choir singing). Not only are we interested in baseball and tennis, we have developed a love for golf.
So far John has taken Zachary to the driving range, and now Zachary requests it at least 1-2x a week, plus the weekend. He has also worked on chipping and putting and John allowed him to play the three practice holes a couple of times. He actually let Zachary play three holes that were part of the course when the course was closed one day. John said on one hole Zachary made it to the green in two shots. Way to go Zachary! Putting is a different story.
I don't think Tiger Woods has much to worry about. Besides, Zachary has decided his golf buddy is Phil Mickelson because he is right handed but plays left...just like Zachary.
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