There's still good in this world

Today I had an eye-opening experience.

There are times when I think the world is just so full of anguish and hurt, but after seeing the kindness in the hearts of these two kids, it makes me optimistic about the world again. I was so bummed that I didn't have my camera with me that day!

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After running a few errands here and there, Stailynne and I met up with my sister Jamie at Del Taco. I ordered, and we sat in the play area so that Lynne could get some of that pent up energy released. She was so excited to play but found that she could only get to the first level of the playground because she just wasn't tall enough. Jamie took her through once and then sat down and started eating. Regardless of her not being tall enough, she kept trying anyways.

There was a pair of siblings that were also at the playground. The little boy (possibly 4 or 5 years old) was hanging out at the first level when Stailynne popped her head up and said "Help me." He looked reluctant at first, but didn't hesitate to do as she said. He tried pulling her arms up, and lifting her up by the waist, but it just wasn't working. He said that she was just too heavy. LOL! He went to get help from his older sister (maybe she was 6 or 7). There were several attempts on trying to get up to the second level. It was so funny to watch just how hard they were trying. All the while Stailynne was just walking back and forth to the table where we sat eating our lunch, and to the only part of the playground she could reach. I could hear the siblings talking amongst themselves trying to devise a plan help her. Finally after at least the 10th time, I could hear my daughter giggling. I turned around and saw that she was finally on the second level. Jamie and I yelled out "Yay!" Stailynne was thrilled, and the brother and sister were so proud of themselves. I was proud of them too.

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It's not a lie to say that the world is not fair, and can sometimes be a harsh place. But I believe that when we teach our children to be considerate and kind, that ultimately it will make this place a whole lot easier to live in. It's always nice to see a parent instilling good morals in their children. This gives me hope.

My Scrapbook Toy is BROKEN!

This is suppose to be a 'B' people!




I bought the slice back in October. I hadn't scrapbooked in months and was so looking forward to finally having the time to do it again once the semester ended. Once finals rolled around I knew scrapbook time was just around the corner. I was getting so excited! This was a bit pricey but I knew that it would save me a lot of money in the long run...so I would call it a very wise investment. Plus it's compact size is great. To all the scrapbook addicts out there, you know that all of your stuff can just keep piling up, and space can become very scarce. I loved that it was small enough to put in my dresser drawer.

But all of my excitement went right in the garbage when I used it for the first time. Instead of getting a 'B', i got like 20 different pieces of what would have been a 'B.' I was so bummed! I emailed Making Memories and they gave me some tips of what might fix the problem, but nothing. I was still having the same problem. Now I'm in the process of either getting it repaired or replaced. Though their customer service rep that emailed me back was very nice and helpful, I still can't help feeling that I was gypped. I'm losing precious time, and time is something you can never get back. I'm going to the post office to have it sent out tomorrow. I'll keep you updated.

Optimistic once again...

Since my last blog...tai moved back in. he actually moved back in on that Sunday. i know..i think we had the shortest separation ever! lol!

We went to see this low-budget film called Fireproof. It's about a couple that's on the brink of divorce, but the husband's father persuades him to put if off for 40 days. During those 40 days he is to perform the "Love Dare." Everyday he has a new task to do, whether it's not to say anything bad to your wife that day, do something nice for her, or get rid of anything that may poison ur marriage (i.e. gambling, the internet, alcohol...etc.). I thought it was perfect for us to watch considering what we were going through at the time. Though it turned out to be a christian film (cringe)...the principles made sense, and i honestly believe that's why Tai came home.

Hey...who said marriage is easy? It certainly is NOT! it's a fight and a battle to get through, but i'm still in this fight. i hope that with both of us getting help for our own demons, that we'll be able to learn how to put our differences aside and focus on being happy together.