Sit down to read. Stand up for children.

Tonight me and CJ read Llama Llama Red Pajama, one of his favorite books of all time. Tonight was a little different though- we were participating to set a reading record and help Jumpstart's Read for the Record.

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Summer Fun!

I hope that everyone has been enjoying the summer season so far. I am happy to say since my last post I finally found a bathing suit I could feel comfortable in. So now I am enjoying the summer big time! And, I am about to do something I thought I'd never do. Post a picture of me in the pool. Gah! Here's me and Little Man having fun at the pool yesterday.



We have been spending time at spray grounds and the pool, hanging out at the mall and going to cook outs with family. I've actually gotten a tan this summer, which I'm sorry to say has not happened since I was 16. I don't know if it's possible for your skin to change so much after pregnancy but it has. I typically burn, then I'm pale again. But so far this summer, no real burn and the tan is sticking around!

CJ has been having such a good time, and we have been on the go almost everyday.




CJ and his new Build-a-Bear



CJ enjoying a snack break by the pool



This last Sunday we took a little break and stayed home, but CJ stood at the door almost all day saying "go, go, go!". I felt bad, but also incredibly tired- it was nice to take a day and do a bunch of nothing. But we will be back to being on the go soon enough!

I also wanted to let everyone know that the book "Beyond the Diaper Bag" which features writings from real Moms (including 2 from me!) is available for purchase. I can't say enough how awesome this book is. If you are looking to find humor in the everyday routine, I would recommend this book. So go and and purchase this book, and do something good for great national non-profit chairty... 100% of the authors proceeds go to The Mommies Network!

Beyond the Diaper Bag available on Lulu.com

Getting to know God

CJ has some very strict rules about what books he wants to be read to him. We have a routine at bedtime, he picks out the books, usually 4 or 5 a night, and we plop down on the floor and read them. His typical favorites are books that have 3 or 4 sentences a page, and big bright interesting pictures. Anything that requires us to stay on one page for too long and he's done, on his way to find another book. However there is one book, 'My Little Golden book About God', that he seems to love. It's pages are not as bright and colorful as his others, and most pages have a lot of words. But he sits and listens, looking over the pages carefully, very interested in this book. It always make me smile when I read this to him.

Maybe I am the type who looks for signs far too often. But when I read to Little Man about God, he always seems to listen with such interest, I have to wonder if it's because somewhere deep down, he knows how important it is. We do not go to church, but that doesn't mean that we don't have our beliefs. Religion is an important part of my life, and I hope that it is for Little Man as well. It is my intention to teach him about faith and hope and forgiveness. Compassion and humility. The power of a prayer, and believing in something bigger than this world we know.

I enjoy reading to my Little Man, and enjoy it even more when I know he is learning something so important.

A good read

If you are a fan of poetry, music or just beautifully written words- I have a great book suggestion for you. I'd Say These Miracles Work by Rebecca Brooks Chasteen is a collection of poetry and prose that is inspiring, thought provoking and genuine.
For more beauty from Rebecca visit her blog at http://rlbchasteenpoetry.wordpress.com/ .
Go. Read. Be inspired. I sure was.