Thoughts

The state of the economy has hit home for me: my sister lost her job yesterday. The reason for her release was because the small business she worked for told her they couldn't afford to pay her anymore. Her boss informed her that she had been an outstanding employee for three years and her co-workers told her she had endured her position for longer than anyone else in the 27-year history of the company. But they couldn't keep her. Now she will search for a job. Andrew and I prayed that she wouldn't be discouraged and that one would be provided for her soon.

I have been accumulating coffee points and it is exciting to see them add up. Soon I will have enough for a mug and coupon for a free bag of coffee. It is nice since we had been buying this brand faithfully when they started their rewards program.

James is showing a little interest in potty training. Not sure if I reciprocate his interest. Should I stick to it and get him out of diapers by the time he's two? I know it will be a lot of work and it seems like it would be easier just to wait. But it would be nice to have him out of diapers. My friend told me if I can just get him to go once in his potty the rest is pretty simple. Andrew wasn't potty trained until three but I think I could have started him earlier (in hindsight).

We made chocolate chip cookies this afternoon, and while looking up butter substitutes (I only had one stick instead of two,) I found this. It looks like a fun place to go for crazy ideas (wouldn't you like to get a bacon-fat candle from me for Christmas this year?). I like their ideas and wonder what their suburban neighbors think of the authors having chickens. Doesn't that smell carry? Wouldn't it be fun to have your own chickens? Maybe not fun. Resourceful!

Check out these happy faces. Play dough makes them smile! (And makes their hair stick up.)

ps If you read my blog will you please leave a comment today? I saw someone else I know do this and thought it was a great idea. I love to read your comments and it encourages me to know you read what I write. Thanks!