Boys will be Joys

Boys Will Be Joys Blog Posts

  • Jonster

    Jonster

    Tonight, we had the opportunity to attend Open House at Jono’s school, Mary Lillard Intermediate. Tonight was such a refreshing, exciting time for Derek and I.  Jono didn’t want to go, but once we arrived, he was excited to show us his classrooms, talk to his teachers, and let us  know what he is involved Read more

  • “Mom, I’m fine. Stop texting me!”

    “Mom, I’m fine. Stop texting me!”

    STRESS! Do you ever find yourself really stressed out? I have to go to physical therapy for my neck. I have these knots that tighten up in my neck and shoulders.  Those knots turn into tension headaches.  Those tension headaches turn into migraines. Besides the exercises that I do, my therapist has to stretch my Read more

  • Sunshine Blogger

    Sunshine Blogger

    I have been nominated for the Sunshine Blogger Award!  I am pleasantly surprised and grateful. This award is a great way for bloggers to give recognition to fellow bloggers, for being inspiring and creative with their posts. Check out the blog website https://tipsfromsharvina.wordpress.com/ to read Sharvina who, has so kindly nominated me. This is how nominated Read more

  • Who knew Lowe’s could be so dangerous?

    Our oldest, Isaac, has left Texas to visit IL for the weekend.  Homecoming was this weekend and he went back to visit friends, and his Queen! So, needless to say, it has been quiet around here… except for a leaky toilet. Apparently, plumbing in this house is good for about 11 years.  All of our Read more

  • It’s the little moments

    So far, we have had a surprisingly low-key week.  After our weekend with 8 boys in our house, we have all been trying to catch up on our rest.  There have been a few fun moments that I have been able to take note of, and sometimes I can catch a picture. As a mom, Read more

  • The Adventures of a One-thumbed Hairstylist

    The Adventures of a One-thumbed Hairstylist

    Seven years ago today, I had surgery to remove a pin from my thumb. That pin had been placed there a little over 5 months earlier. I know most of you know the story, but I’m not sure I’ve ever really written down what led up to that injury and the time that followed. It’s Read more