Hay Happens and Hay's Happen

Today was day 4 of VBS. Today was the day she would see (and relearn about) Jesus giving his life for us; it’s nothing new for her, but it is always good to see the reminder for our sins being forgiven.

It was a tough morning, however. Tatum had a few unkind words slip from her mouth, and the minute it happened, she couldn’t believe she said it. I couldn’t either, honestly.

But then I was reminded of the power of sin. Especially in a child; they impulsively say and do things, and we can’t be surprised when our little sinners do this. Even us, as believers, do things we aren’t proud of.

Tatum and I sat at a table at church, and she wept. I joined her!

ME: “Tatum, do you know why you said what you said?”

TOT: “No, mommy, but I’m so very sorry. ”

ME: “Well, Tatum you did because you, like me, are a sinner. Everyone is! We all make errors! Daily! BUT, Tatum, there is a way to be forgiven. And what does God do with our sin once we confess it to HIM and to the one hurt?”

TOT: “He drops it into the bottom of the ocean never to be seen again.”

ME: “Yes, darling.” We need this kind of forgiveness because we mess up, don’t we!?”

The sting didn’t go away. But, I think she is getting her need for Jesus.

There was a consequence for her unkind words, but I’ll tell you, she sure did repent.

Day by day, I learn more and more the need for the POWER of JESUS and the LOVE He has for us.

 

 

Tatum wanted to help check in the kiddos to church camp. She saw me do this in the morning when I volunteer.

She woke up early and ran back and forth from her room and back. Finally, she had a screen, some buttons (literally), and a car for a mouse.

She was ready!

She made sure all the kids were checked in!
Her little mind is always working. She creates SOMETHING from her imagination.

The first day was TODAY!
Was Tot excited? She showed off her moves in the kitchen.

POW POW!
The theme is Galactic Starveyors.

The whole week is going to be celebrating God’s creation. Monday: The Creation Story, Tuesday: The Fall, Wednesday: Jesus came, Thursday: He died for our sins, Friday: How do we respond?

Today, Monday, I was on the team volunteering in the Preschool room. 20 little ones, yes.

Tot wanted to make sure baby had a place in the rocket! We are blasting off, ready for a great week.

As it says, God’s love is truly out of this world. Thank you Jesus for all the little ones!

This was her line today in the culmination of her Phoenix Theater camp week.

I received the invitation to join the fun today

She had one line:

And she learned the MICKEY Clubhouse song

Ready to go!
I showed up and received my program:

She entered….

Said her line and sang her self silly!

Then she waited while the older kiddos sang Hot Diggety

Finally, she ended with the song from Moana

What presence!
So proud of my Tot. She sure has confidence and poise up on stage.

This Minnie star is ready for her next show!

 

We missed you Mama!
Tot and I headed to the hospital to pick up Mama. Tatum was so helpful when we first got there.

She wanted to carry things and help her around. It was very sweet.

She also knew Mama had a cookie for her, so that didn’t hurt!
Tatum got to go for a ride; A bonus for sure.

When we got home, it was time to gather all the needs for Mama so she was comfortable. The first thing was the meds. Gotta have those pain killers FOR SURE!
Walgreen’s was not ready for a while, so we had to play in the store. Nothing like making the best of  waiting!

So what did we do? Boogied of course.

Did we care if we had an audience?

That’s a NOPE.

All in all, it was a smooth transition home. We only pray Mama can get back to walking very soon!

This is what we are hoping and praying for. The Bee’s Knees means “the height of excellence,” and with Mama having her hemi-knee replacement today, we can only pray for this!

We arrived about 6:30am to welcome her into surgery with a prayer. I happened to know the anesthesiologist. His daughter was a student of mine about 10 years ago. Crazy! This was a wink from God, I believe, to make sure she had more comfort before going in.

Tot and I waited while the surgery went on. We made jewelry.

Then, it was time for Tatum to go to her first day of Theater camp at Phoenix Theater. It’s a week long 1/2 day camp filled with Disney-themed activities.

I dropped her off and headed back to the hospital to see how Mama was doing. She came up with flying colors yet groggy.

I picked up Tot and found her coloring. Stay tuned for more about camp as the week goes on.

Like the small shirt?

Looks like a great day!
So we headed to visit Coti since he is in a hotel for a few days while Mama recovers.

Hi Snuggles!

During lunch, we practiced our phonics. Mama would be proud.  We did this on her knee pamphlet. Hope she doesn’t mind!

 

We headed back to the hospital so Tot could see Mama and to put out a couple of fires.

We are aiming for the Bee’s Knees, right! So we are on top of all  the fires.

HI Mama!

I think she’s going to be fine. Praying for her return home tomorrow!

Tatum and I really enjoyed hanging out tonight. We sillied it up and enjoyed the quiet house as we made it loud! Weird without snuggles and Mama, but we know they’ll all be home soon.
Love you, Mama. You are and have the Bee’s knees!

 

We couldn’t wait to get to the ice. First, I was going to pick up my new ice skates thanks to my wonderful mom. They are so fancy!
AND

Tatum had her first lesson with GRANT! Private lesson guy extraordinaire. (We met him on my birthday). He has been ice skating forever, worked with Ice Capades, and just perfect for Tot.

We arrived early so we could get our skates, check out the ice and socialize with the peeps. You know…get all cozy in our new dig.

We spotted Grant and it was an instant connection.

Let’s do this!

He told her than when she felt like she was going to fall, touch her knees.

Now, the whole time, I was circling on my skates and trying not to peak. But, hey, wouldn’t you!?

 

Go Tot!! 

After, she was tired, but exhilarated! Just like I was. She wants to do it again, and I say OK!!! (Then I get to skate too, so it’s a win win)

We’ll see you soon, Grant.