Chicken butt! Haha! Sorry, I couldn't come up with a clever title for this post. I have summer brain, or lake brain, or mom brain. you choose!
I have just started my whirl wind of a month!
This week the fam and I are in New Braunfels at a lake house. We rent a lake
house every summer but always pick a different lake. I guess we are weird like
that. Good news, I have had no near death experiences this year. I’m very
excited about that. J I’m taking
the kids to Schlitterbaun tomorrow. I’m praying I don’t look like a lobster
when I get home. Hubs doesn't do water parks, or amusement parks, or just parks
in general. Haha! Our trade off is that I get to hang out with one of my
blogging besties on Wednesday, Reagan from Tunstall Times. I’m not sure what we
are going to do but honestly we could camp out in the WalMart parking lot and
talk and I would be happy.
This week the fam and I are in New Braunfels at a lake house. We rent a lake
house every summer but always pick a different lake. I guess we are weird like
that. Good news, I have had no near death experiences this year. I’m very
excited about that. J I’m taking
the kids to Schlitterbaun tomorrow. I’m praying I don’t look like a lobster
when I get home. Hubs doesn't do water parks, or amusement parks, or just parks
in general. Haha! Our trade off is that I get to hang out with one of my
blogging besties on Wednesday, Reagan from Tunstall Times. I’m not sure what we
are going to do but honestly we could camp out in the WalMart parking lot and
talk and I would be happy.
After the lake house, we will be home for a few days
then off to see family in Oklahoma. If you have been following me for a while,
you know that we do this every summer. My kids love cousin time. J Then, straight to Vegas for I Teach K, back to
Dallas for Frog Street Splash Conference and finally back home for a day. That
was supposed to be the end of my travels but then I got this genius idea one
day last week and added another trip to the agenda.
then off to see family in Oklahoma. If you have been following me for a while,
you know that we do this every summer. My kids love cousin time. J Then, straight to Vegas for I Teach K, back to
Dallas for Frog Street Splash Conference and finally back home for a day. That
was supposed to be the end of my travels but then I got this genius idea one
day last week and added another trip to the agenda.
My youngest son and I were talking about how upset he was that he
can’t go to camp (again). He is 13 and old enough for youth camp but he is very
immature for his age and not everyone knows how to deal with his quirks. This
is one of the parts that are hard for me as a parent of having a child that is
developmentally delayed and has mild aspergers. Our life kinda revolves around
our youngest (at least his schedule) and we do have to make tons of
considerations for him, which is kinda hard to deal with sometimes. Laying my
burdens aside, I know there are days that it is just tough being him and that
make me sad.
can’t go to camp (again). He is 13 and old enough for youth camp but he is very
immature for his age and not everyone knows how to deal with his quirks. This
is one of the parts that are hard for me as a parent of having a child that is
developmentally delayed and has mild aspergers. Our life kinda revolves around
our youngest (at least his schedule) and we do have to make tons of
considerations for him, which is kinda hard to deal with sometimes. Laying my
burdens aside, I know there are days that it is just tough being him and that
make me sad.
So…I started thinking (dangerous I
know). I wish I could do something special for J. He loves legos, like loves
them big time. He can build the most AMAZING things with them. He wants to work
for them one day and they would be crazy not hire him. I know most boys his age
or into sports and other things but he still loves his legos. He uses them to
put his crazy smarticles to use. He really is brilliant, just in different
ways. So, I thought how cool it would be if I took him to Legoland? (This was
my thought process on Tuesday) I looked online and right now you can buy a
hopper pass for all three areas for five days for $86. That is usually the
price for one day. I looked online at airfare (expecting the worst) and found a
ridiculously good deal. So I talked to hubs and BAM (this Wednesday)! I booked
our trip. This is completely insane! I will only be home for four days (at
different times) in four weeks and I will be without hubs (BIG SAD FACE) for
three weeks minus one day in between Vegas/Dallas and California. I’ve lost my
mind but I don’t care. My son deserves this experience and the window of opportunity
to give it to him is closing. We may have to eat PB&J every day but it doesn't matter. So, while my other kids are at youth camp, we will be hitting
up Legoland in California. Oh, my nephew is coming with us too. Both boys have
never flown before so it should be a real experience. I didn't realize that I
would be away from hubs for so long when I planned all this so that makes me a
little sad but we will survive.
know). I wish I could do something special for J. He loves legos, like loves
them big time. He can build the most AMAZING things with them. He wants to work
for them one day and they would be crazy not hire him. I know most boys his age
or into sports and other things but he still loves his legos. He uses them to
put his crazy smarticles to use. He really is brilliant, just in different
ways. So, I thought how cool it would be if I took him to Legoland? (This was
my thought process on Tuesday) I looked online and right now you can buy a
hopper pass for all three areas for five days for $86. That is usually the
price for one day. I looked online at airfare (expecting the worst) and found a
ridiculously good deal. So I talked to hubs and BAM (this Wednesday)! I booked
our trip. This is completely insane! I will only be home for four days (at
different times) in four weeks and I will be without hubs (BIG SAD FACE) for
three weeks minus one day in between Vegas/Dallas and California. I’ve lost my
mind but I don’t care. My son deserves this experience and the window of opportunity
to give it to him is closing. We may have to eat PB&J every day but it doesn't matter. So, while my other kids are at youth camp, we will be hitting
up Legoland in California. Oh, my nephew is coming with us too. Both boys have
never flown before so it should be a real experience. I didn't realize that I
would be away from hubs for so long when I planned all this so that makes me a
little sad but we will survive.
So, I really need to get my rear in gear and get some stuff done
before I can’t remember my name anymore. Follow me on FB for updates. I post
there every day. It’s just way easier. J
before I can’t remember my name anymore. Follow me on FB for updates. I post
there every day. It’s just way easier. J
Anywho, here is a pic of my latest unit. You can click the pic
for more info. It’s currently on sale. J
for more info. It’s currently on sale. J
You know I am a big fan of year round centers that make my
your life so much easier. I’m pretty excited about this one. I am trying so
hard to bring back more traditional kindergarten activities next year if it
kills me. Art, play dough, um PLAY…those are important
parts of learning. I just have to make sure they are tied to an objective so
everyone’s happy. Ya hear me? Haha!
your life so much easier. I’m pretty excited about this one. I am trying so
hard to bring back more traditional kindergarten activities next year if it
kills me. Art, play dough, um PLAY…those are important
parts of learning. I just have to make sure they are tied to an objective so
everyone’s happy. Ya hear me? Haha!
Ok, I am off to bed. I have to get up early to get my float on. I
wish I could bring my laptop and work while kids shoot down slidesthat
would make me crap my pants. Hubs probably would veto that though. Speaking
of veto (I know, I’m all over the place, sorry!) are you watching Big Brother?
We are kinda obsessed with it each year. We watched the first episode and
apparently it was on tonight but my husband (notice I didn’t say hubs bc he
made me mad) didn’t bother to tell me it was on because “I was having fun in
the lake.” I gave him the stank eye!! So, I have NO IDEA what’s going on the
show YET but I would like to think if I ever lose the rest of my weight
(because they don’t let fluffy people on there I think), I could try out
because I would totally love it. I couldn’t blog though which is a bummer but
you could watch the show and really see all of my flaws. Ok seriously, off to
bed before I see another squirrel. Peace out!
wish I could bring my laptop and work while kids shoot down slides
would make me crap my pants
of veto (I know, I’m all over the place, sorry!) are you watching Big Brother?
We are kinda obsessed with it each year. We watched the first episode and
apparently it was on tonight but my husband (notice I didn’t say hubs bc he
made me mad) didn’t bother to tell me it was on because “I was having fun in
the lake.” I gave him the stank eye!! So, I have NO IDEA what’s going on the
show YET but I would like to think if I ever lose the rest of my weight
(because they don’t let fluffy people on there I think), I could try out
because I would totally love it. I couldn’t blog though which is a bummer but
you could watch the show and really see all of my flaws. Ok seriously, off to
bed before I see another squirrel. Peace out!
Oh, and YES I realize I said “so” about a thousand times in this
post. I’m going to blame the sun for sucking out my brain cells with its magic
power.
post. I’m going to blame the sun for sucking out my brain cells with its magic
power.
Last thing (seriously), hubs and I saw The Heat today. It’s
really funny but they dropped a gazillion f-bombs. That is my least favorite
word in the world and we won’t even go into how many KIDS were at this rated R
movie, but it was funny. Just heads up. Night! (for realz)
really funny but they dropped a gazillion f-bombs. That is my least favorite
word in the world and we won’t even go into how many KIDS were at this rated R
movie, but it was funny. Just heads up. Night! (for realz)
Erica says
I love this play do idea! I put them in my cart to purchase. 🙂
robyn says
You are wonderful! Your son will love Legoland! I also purchased the center! This center is fantastic!
Thank you for such amazing products!
Lisa says
I know the Legoland in Florida lets teachers in for free so I'm assuming the one in California does also. You may want to look into that. Your son (and the rest of you) will love it!
Lisa
Marcy Wegner says
Crystal, my son (now 21) is also very high-functioning Aspergers. He used to be very passionate about Legos but now it's his girlfriend and online gaming that claim that title. 🙂 You are a wonderful mom for providing this once-in-a-lifetime experience for him! And you'll be there to share it with him! Win, win!
Thanks, also for the great play-dough center. I'm going to purchase it right now!
Enjoy the rest of your lake time,
Marcy
Pspetralia says
Just bought this set and I love it! Can't wait to use them with my class.
Pam@
http://mrspspecialties.blogspot.com/
Jennifer White says
Looks great! (and my hubby says that chicken butt thing ALL the time!! Drives me crazy! lol)
Jennifer
First Grade Blue SKies
Tammy says
Crystal,
I love all your wonderful ideas and units you create! You are such an inspiration!!! Last year you created and generously gave the "freebie" "My Teacher Planner 2012-2013". I absolutely LOVE, Love, Love it!!! Do you plan to create one for 2013-2014? I'm keeping my fingers crossed!
Blessings,
Tammy
tam61883@comcast.net
Andrea says
Wow! You are so busy! I sure hope you still have time to whip out the rest of your Early Finisher Tubs. 🙂
Have a great time at Lego Land.
Andrea
Stephanie Ann at Sparkling in Kindergarten says
Wow! You are busy…what a great mommy you are 🙂 I just love your blog. I recently found it as I'm switching from third grade to kindergarten next year… I may be crazy but I'm excited! So I'm leaning on all these great kinder blogs to help me through. I just bought your play-dough centers…thank you! I look forward to getting to know you.
Stephanie Ann
Sparkling in Kindergarten
McNuttS says
We are going to Legoland this year too! I think there are only certain days they let teachers in for free but it would be worth checking to see if its when you are there. I know I can't wait to be in sunny CA! Have fun!
Steph
Be A Nut with Mrs McNutt
Janine Campos says
You're funny! How did you get the "strikethrough" font in your post? It's cool.
✰Janine
Kindergarten Corps