My daughter is having a sleepover at our house with a few friends. They're having so much fun!
I need to send my hubby to a friend's house and invite some friends over for a grown up sleepover. Movies, Drinks, Hors D'oeuvres, Karaoke, etc.
Ahh, to be a kid again and all they want to be is an adult - I should show them some bills. LOL
May 27, 2010
May 25, 2010
I CONFESS!
I am writing to confess that I, a married woman with five children is in love with the Twilight Saga!
It brings out the teenager in me, it takes me back to that feeling of young love. You remember that first boy that made you realize boys aren't so gross after all. The butterflies that were in your stomach for your first kiss and many other firsts. That unhealthy, obsessive love, the love that you knew wouldn't last but you didn't want to lose.
The other thing the movies and books have given me is a new connection with my tweens. That has been the best thing about this saga. I don't know that it did the same thing for author Stephanie Meyers (she only has boys) but I cannot thank her enough.
We cannot wait for June 30th! I will leave you with the awesome extended trailer of ECLIPSE. Enjoy!
It brings out the teenager in me, it takes me back to that feeling of young love. You remember that first boy that made you realize boys aren't so gross after all. The butterflies that were in your stomach for your first kiss and many other firsts. That unhealthy, obsessive love, the love that you knew wouldn't last but you didn't want to lose.
The other thing the movies and books have given me is a new connection with my tweens. That has been the best thing about this saga. I don't know that it did the same thing for author Stephanie Meyers (she only has boys) but I cannot thank her enough.
We cannot wait for June 30th! I will leave you with the awesome extended trailer of ECLIPSE. Enjoy!
May 10, 2010
In The Blink Of An Eye
This is the speech we gave to our daughter at her Bat Mitzvah -
Chana, we’re so proud of you and the woman you’re becoming. We are so excited that today is your Bat Mitzvah!
We would like to speak for a moment about Parsha Ba Midbor – this Parsha begins with a counting of the Jewish people. The simple reason for this counting was to count those who would be called to war. On a deeper level, our Sages explain that this count demonstrated the value of every single individual and how cherished each one is to G-D! G-D wanted a count of the Jewish people because treasures them.
We have, Thank G-D, been blessed with five beautiful children and each one is a treasure. Chana, you’re the leader of our “tribe” of children. Your sisters and brother look up to you and will continue to look to you for your love, support and guidance along the way. We know that it’s not always easy to be the oldest but we want you to know what a great big sister you are!
We’re watching you grow into an amazing woman. A woman who always stands up for what’s right, is considerate and kind and most of all has a love for G-D!
This Bat Mitzvah today, G-D willing, will only be the first of many big simchas (celebrations) in your life. Your Dad and I know that we will blink and you’ll be in college, we will blink and it will be your wedding day and we will blink and it will be your child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah we will be celebrating.
The time really does go by fast. The days are long but the years fly by!
We promise to try to remember to take our time with you and to slow down and enjoy our time with you. We look forward, G-D willing, to seeing more of the amazing things you will accomplish throughout your life!
I surprised myself and managed to get through the speech without too many tears. The party was a big success and the kids had a great time.
She looks even more grown up to me now that the party is over - Where does the time go?
Chana, we’re so proud of you and the woman you’re becoming. We are so excited that today is your Bat Mitzvah!
We would like to speak for a moment about Parsha Ba Midbor – this Parsha begins with a counting of the Jewish people. The simple reason for this counting was to count those who would be called to war. On a deeper level, our Sages explain that this count demonstrated the value of every single individual and how cherished each one is to G-D! G-D wanted a count of the Jewish people because treasures them.
We have, Thank G-D, been blessed with five beautiful children and each one is a treasure. Chana, you’re the leader of our “tribe” of children. Your sisters and brother look up to you and will continue to look to you for your love, support and guidance along the way. We know that it’s not always easy to be the oldest but we want you to know what a great big sister you are!
We’re watching you grow into an amazing woman. A woman who always stands up for what’s right, is considerate and kind and most of all has a love for G-D!
This Bat Mitzvah today, G-D willing, will only be the first of many big simchas (celebrations) in your life. Your Dad and I know that we will blink and you’ll be in college, we will blink and it will be your wedding day and we will blink and it will be your child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah we will be celebrating.
The time really does go by fast. The days are long but the years fly by!
We promise to try to remember to take our time with you and to slow down and enjoy our time with you. We look forward, G-D willing, to seeing more of the amazing things you will accomplish throughout your life!
I surprised myself and managed to get through the speech without too many tears. The party was a big success and the kids had a great time.
She looks even more grown up to me now that the party is over - Where does the time go?