Bunny Cake

On Good Friday the girls and I went to visit my folks and have some fun time with my niece, Delaney. The girls colored eggs and kept Delaney entertained. After lunch we were planning to see the new Hannah Montana movie. I made a Bunny Cake for Delaney. Her comment was, "I would like to smoosh my face right in it." Sarah told her that she was thinking the same thing. This was a fun time and will be cherished because later that afternoon - our hometown was hit by deadly tornados. The girls and I were lucky to not be in Murfreesboro at the time, but the sight of the devastation is something that will stay with us for years to come. I've attached a picture of the Bunny Cake. I will post thoughts on the Good Friday tornados later. Until then I will continue to be thankful for my home and loved ones. Please continue to pray for all those who were impacted by the F4 tornados that affected the lives of so many Rutherford County residents.

Cousins

My girls, Sarah and Emily with their sweet cousin, Delaney. I enjoy the fact that they love each and are so close!!

Nerd Parents are Great!

Science Project: a model of the solar system!

Warning : DO NOT use kits or styro foam balls - think outside the box!

Nerd Parents to the rescue:

• the planets & sun were created from foam board,
• the astro belt was made of crushed rocks,
• the background created from the lid to a case of paper,
• various colors of paint, glue and a label maker.

Sarah's comment - It is great to have nerd parents!

Grade: 95

We provided the idea - Sarah did the work under Tommy's supervision.

The Nerd Parents

Last Friday evening, Emily, my oldest daughter was telling about her Algebra tutoring sessions. She said that when tutoring is over, she and Ms. Sanders talk. Somehow the subject turned to parents. Emily, without hesitation, relayed to Tommy and me that she told Ms. Sanders that her parents were the "typical nerd parents". Tommy and I (shocked but amused) just looked at her. Emily smiled and said, "I am going somewhere with this story."

I'm not sure if she ever went "anywhere" with the story because Tommy and I began to give her a hard time. We asked, "how are we nerd parents?" Her reply, "You are both computer programmers. Dad is actually more of a nerd than you (Mom)."

Needless to say, almost a week later, Tommy and I are still laughing at being called "nerd parents". I guess it could be worse - we can only imagine what she would like to have called us!! :)

Valentine's Day

I spent my Valentine's Day in Atlanta, Georgia at a cheerleading competition for my oldest daughter. The whole family was there - Tommy, Emily, Sarah and me. I made sure that I had Valentine's cards and gifts for the girls. I made sure Tommy had at least a card. I will be honest, I was busy leading up to this "love" holiday and didn't put much thought into anything but the cards. I on the other hand didn't get a card, chocolates, or flowers and that is okay.

This entry isn't to complain or pout about not receiving tokens of love from my husband. After 17 years of marriage, I have finally learned how Tommy expresses his love. I owe this revelation to the book "The Five Love Languages" by Gary Chapman. If you are feeling under loved and not appreciated, I recommend reading this book.

Tommy expresses his love by doing things for his family. He is not the cards, candy and flower kind of guy. Although he has given me cards and flowers through the years, it is usually because he felt obligated to do so. You know birthdays, anniversaries and past Valentine's Days where his young bride would pout if she didn't receive something.

In reality, Tommy would rather show his love by doing things for me. He makes sure the vehicle is maintained and safe to drive. He works diligently around the house making repairs, stripping wallpaper, painting, cleaning spots on the carpet, tiling floors, unstopping the garbage disposal time after time. He even read the book "The Five Love Languages" because I requested he do so.

So for this Valentine's Day, I didn't get the usual tokens of love. What I received was the gift of my husband willing to travel with his wife and two daughters to a cheerleading competition 3 1/2 hours from home. I was given the gift of my husband willing to spend his Saturday and Sunday with thousands of cheerleaders and their insane parents. I was given the gift of a husband who sacrificed watching the Daytona 500 to be with his family.

This Valentine's Day I really did receive a gift. It was the gift of his love in his own "love language".

About Me

On Facebook there is a section called "About Me". I finally put something in there and thought it would be good to post here also. So if you're wondering about me - read on.....

I'm a wife, mother, daughter, sister, niece, aunt and friend.

I'm also a 44 year old adult who doesn't know what she wants to be when she grows up! Ha!

I like to write but haven't done much in the last 15 years - except for the yearly Christmas letter which I didn't even write this year.

I attempt to teach 7th & 8th grade Sunday school, but usually learn more from the kids than they do from me.

I work part-time for a great non-profit and have met many inspiring people through this job.

I like reading a good book.

I love to make quilts and give to others.

I like to sew, but I don't make clothes!!

My favorite season is fall and I like the colors: purple, red and blue.

I'm a homebody. I enjoy being with my husband and daughters.

I cherish my quiet times and I love taking naps.

I'm basically a happy person and feel blessed with the life I have!

Name Change

It seems like I never gave you any stories about the "quilt pieces" in my "life's quilt". (See entry below.) I decided to change the name of this blog from "Quilt Pieces" to "Living Like Ziggy." I think the new title reflects my life better these days. I still like quilts and will probably talk about my latest project(s) that isn't finished - Ha!

Hang in there with me as I discover what and how I would like to write and let you know about my family and me!