Monday Musings: January 16, 2012 (Abbreviated Version)

Dear Munchie-Boy,

Congratulations. You did it. You achieved your 1st milestone of puberty. You are now taller than me. This does not, however, give you license to use me as an armrest!

A vertically challenged 5th

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Dear Bethany,

One word: Bravo!

A proud Mama 5th

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Dear Blogging Buddies,

Bear with me as I adjust to my increased work schedule. Posts have been sporadic at best and I am having the most difficult time getting back into a routine after the holiday season. Until then, I will post when I can. 

Your MIA 5th

Monday Musings: December 12, 2011

During Mass yesterday morning the visiting priest, a diehard Carolina Panther fan, was certain to offer up several prayers for a Sunday afternoon victory. On our way to the game I said to Munchie Boy that I didn’t think it mattered to God who wins or loses a game and that prayers for such are most likely pointless. (Although I've been known to mutter a "Oh, please, God, oh please, oh please" a time or two myself) My son then protested that he prays for the Panthers to win all the time. I told him I was just trying to make a point and that his prayers couldn't hurt!

Long story short…we lost the game to the Atlanta Falcons 23-31 (after being ahead 23-7 at the end of the 1st half). On our way back to our car, Munchie looks to me and says, “Mom...I don’t think God is a Panther’s fan!” 

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My dreams of battling Evil continue. However, they have recently taken an interesting turn. A recurring theme in my dreams is the ability to hover and glide a foot off the floor. In my most recent dream my hovering morphed into flying! It was such a pleasure to soar above the tree lines and rooftops. This new ability has made it so much easier to evade and to spy on that dastardly Evil.

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Dear Dryer Repair Man,

Thanks to you, we now have clean underwear. Thanks to you, we’ve been able to spend the entire weekend catching up on 2 ½ weeks worth of dirty laundry. Thanks to you, the dryer is working overtime and functioning like new. Thanks to you, we did not have to purchase a major appliance with our Christmas funds.

I think I love you!

A grateful 5^th

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Dear Santa,

We must have been awfully good this past year for you to take the time out of your busy schedule to visit us and our neighbors! What a treat!

Merrily yours,

The 5^th on your list!

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Dear Charlotte Children's Choir,

What a joy it has been to see Bethany mature and hone her talent through the 7 years she has been a member. It is with a sad and heavy heart that she must take this upcoming semester off. School has to be a priority right now. 

Your Holiday concert was a delight. I hope you don't mind me sharing with my blog friends the piece combining the choirs. Beautiful, just beautiful!

Already missing you,

Music lovin' 5th

Flash Friday 55: Planking

(I'm heading off to work in a few minutes...here's a quickie for you!)

Planking is so passé they say

fading fad from yesterday

Not so to Munchie Boy, my son,

another challenge overcome

With courage, strength, and will to boot

he found this dare quite a hoot

Onto pool’s ladder he did climb

carefully, taking his sweet time

Into position, body in air

Perfect planking upon a dare

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Monday Musings: September 26, 2011

Dear Munchie-Boy,

Next time, let's try to finish school projects the night before rather than beginning them at 6:00am the day they are due. Okay? Great. Glad to get that settled.

Your Mama 5th

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Dear Carolina Panthers,

I am crazy happy about your win, especially through adverse conditions such as the torrential downpour, flooded field, and all. My wish is that I could have been there to enjoy the win with you and the fans! I was able, however, to catch bits and pieces of the game. The only one watching the game where I work was a sweet little old lady who excitedly told me all about the touchback that occurred early in the 1st quarter.

A purrfectly contented 5th

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Dear Employer,

I thank you for giving me 3 months notice that I will no longer be benefit eligible come January 1, 2012. I absolutely love what I do but I expect a fair exchange for my services. Hopefully I'll be able to slide into any future benefit eligible position that becomes available. Until then I will need to seriously consider any and all options available. I've been with you all from the very start, the very 1st day you opened your doors to the public. I have been one of your strongest cheerleaders ever since. That is why this is difficult for me. With that said, I accept that the economy has been the determining factor surrounding this decision, that it is not personal. I firmly believe that as one door closes, another shall open. Hopefully it will be the employee entrance at the back of the hospital.

Your faithful 5th

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Dear Bursitis,

I've had enough. You can go now. Bye bye!

A gimpy 5th

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Dear Morning Run,

Okay, let's see if these new orthotic inserts will do the trick. See you in 5!

A running 5th

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Dear Housework,

Can you wait until tomorrow? Please? Thanks.

An ever procrastinating 5th

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Happy Birthday Munchie-Boy!

Today is Munchie Boy's 13th Birthday. 

You know what that means?

That means Mr. Sister and I are now parents of 2 teenagers. 

Are we ready for this?

I dunno.

But all I can say is that the past 13 years have been one grand adventure after another. Munch has worked so very hard to overcome some difficult obstacles due to his prematurity. He approaches life with the same zeal. He sees things as challenges, not problems. He has a wonderful attitude and outlook. For example, yesterday, when I picked Munch up from school, he says to me, "Mom! A lot of 7th and 8th graders are excited about my birthday!" I asked him, "How so?". Munch replies, "Oh! Because they LOVE me!" 

Well there you go! With a confident attitude like that, he'll do okay for himself. 

Happy Birthday to my one and only Munchie-Boy! I love you and am so very proud of the young man you are becoming! I'll show up at lunch with the Big Mac birthday lunch as requested! 

Saturday Centus: You Are My Munchie-Boy

Mama rocks her babe gently
during their nightly ritual.

While nursing

the little duck plays

“You Are My Sunshine”.

Mama softly sings to her son:

You are my Munchie-Boy

my only Munchie-Boy

You are Mommy’s pride and joy,

Mommy loves you,

this is so true,

for you are my Munchie-Boy!

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Darn that Ms. Jenny...she only gave us an additional 50 words this week, plus the prompt (above in green). I guess we have a half Centus today. She was kind enough, however, to throw us a bone with the permission to use a photo with our story.

I'm only pretending to complain. Honestly, I must truly thank dear Ms. Jenny. Her prompt brought back sweet memories of my nighttime ritual with my baby boy. I would sing to him the above song as I rocked him gently to sleep. Even when he became old enough to put himself to bed, I would still sing this for him as I tucked him in. But that was long ago. Maybe if I ask him nicely, he'll let me sing to him once more.

Tuesday's Tidbits: December 14, 2010

Dream snippet:

I rushed to join the marching police band for the parade. No one wanted me marching next to them. I looked down at my clarinet and realized I had no reed. You can't play the clarinet without a reed. Oh well. I didn't know the songs anyway.

So I raced off to join the firemen and march beside their truck, but they drove way too fast and I couldn't keep up. 

Maybe the lesson to be learned here is that I must march to my own tune at my very own pace. 

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It was a miserable game this past Sunday: the Panthers vs. Falcons. It was cold and blustery, too. Trying to maintain any enthusiasm for my beloved team is difficult at best these days, especially when the team was intentionally gutted by management. I normally do not use the language I am about to but I know you'll agree with me: The Carolina Panthers SUCK! There I admitted it. It's the 1st step towards healing. Now I pray that they can admit it as well and use their draft picks wisely. 

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Dear Starbucks Barista,

Yes you're quite cute. And silly, too. But seriously, telling my daughter about your 12 inch burrito was, let's say, inappropriate. From this point forward I kindly request that you keep your enthusiasm about said burrito to yourself.

Thank you,

Mama 5th

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Munchie-Boy was moved up a division in swimming. This means more scheduled practices (6 times per week), and longer practices as well (up to 2 hours). He's getting quite the work out and comes home exhausted. This division will either make or break him. So far, he is holding his own quite well. I'm proud of you Munch!

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I'm on this crazy elimination diet (doctor prescribed) in order to find out what foods I am "sensitive" to. I already know I am sensitive to corn and corn byproducts (high fructose corn syrup, modified food starch, etc.), MSG and a few other chemicals. But taking away my yogurt, aged cheeses, and fruit is just plain mean!

Which leads me to a very kind thing Mr. Sister did for me yesterday. I am not suppose to eat store bought bread because of the added chemicals and preservatives. So Mr. Sister, knowing I had a very busy day ahead, baked for me a wonderful loaf of bread...from scratch! How sweet was that?! 

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We finally got our tree up yesterday. It's not decorated (except for lights...thank goodness for pre-lit trees!) and will probably remain that way through the weekend. I also have stockings hung but not much else. The time has flown by this Christmas season! Hopefully, after this weekend (I work) when school is out we will all have time to breathe and pause to remember the true reason we celebrate. 

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I must now get started on the day at hand...Make it a great Tuesday everyone. Thanks for dropping by!

Tuesday's Tidbits: November 9, 2010

Dear Munchie Boy,

I think you are finding your niche quite nicely. Your latest YouTube video shows flashes of brilliance, although I think it ended a bit too abruptly. Regardless, it made me laugh and 99Maddrummer is the perfect foil to you,  the Untoasted Waffle extraordinaire!



Hmmmm. I don't know which event is my favorite. The dance contest and the sleeping competition were particularly compelling and are probably my personal faves!

A still chuckling Mama 5th

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Dear 6 Point Buck,

You are going to get seriously hurt or seriously hurt someone if you insist on running into rush hour traffic at break neck speed! Regardless of the initial fright you gave us it was really quite a treat to see you up close and personal like that.

A nature lovin' 5th

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Dear Mr. Sister,

I realize work has been extremely stressful for you lately. That, coupled with the stresses I've been dealing with makes for a potentially volatile combination. I tell you what...since we are both off work on Thursday, let's do something fun, 'kay? So, what would you like to do? 

A stressing about stressing 5th

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Dear Family,

When a crisis of sorts happens on the home front and I am at work, I am sorry to be the one to tell you this: there is truly nothing I can do about it. At least not until I return home after my 12 hour shift. I have faith that you all can handle it. Really.You can.

Your hardworking 5th

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Dear Daisy,

Seriously? You killed 2 cardinals while I was at work? A mama bird AND a papa one, too? I know it's in your nature to be a bird dog but what has gotten into you? I just finished bragging about you to all my cyber friends and you go and pull a stunt like this. Daisy, leave the birds alone. Now squirrels, on the other hand, are fair game.

A Songbird lovin' 5th

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Dear Carolina Panthers,

Um, well, I hate to admit this (and believe me, I don't go around using the language I'm about to) but since I am one of your most ardent fans I think I should be the one to tell you that YOU REALLY SUCK! I know, I know. Facing the truth about oneself can be quite difficult. And facing the truth about a team you dearly love hurts. It hurts bad.

A frustrated 5th

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Dear Dreams,

At least you've been entertaining of late. Dreaming about having dreadlocks was certainly interesting and who knew I could rock that look. Maybe I should book an appointment at the nearest reggae salon. Or better yet, have Mr. Sister book a flight to Jamaica!

A future dread-headed 5th

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My Tuesday is the busiest day of the week and I will be out and about all day. I hope your Tuesday is kind to you. Have a great day!

Microfiction #54 and Monday Musings

The carnies were not amused when the bearded fat lady suggested they all go skinny dipping after lunch. 

For details on the "rules" of participation, please visit Susan over at Stony River.

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I survived my marathon work weekend. It was busy. It was exhausting. And you could definitely tell that there was a full moon. Bare with me while it may take some time to get back in full bloggy mode.

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Dear Carolina Panthers,

Unfortunately, I was at work and too busy to sneak a peek at the game. I hear it was a nail biter. Congratulations on your 1st win of the season. You made my daughter very, very happy.

A truly surprised 5th

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Dear Pop Tarts,

I really should invest in your company. It's always a major crisis, in the mornings, if we have run out. It is Munchie-Boy's favorite food group, next to mac and cheese. I, however, have yet to eat one myself...I just can't get past that scary ingredient list!

A wary 5th

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Dear St. Anthony,

You are amazing! You truly are a favored friend of Jesus! Thank you for your intercessions.

A constantly amazed 5th

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Anyone else watch that "hoarding" show on TV? I don't know why I am inexplicably drawn to it. I find it both fascinating and disturbing. But, then again, I also watch Ghost Hunters as well. Maybe I'm the one that's fascinating and disturbing? Hmmmmm. 

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I was thinking the other day how life, as I know it, will change in just 3 short months. Bethany gets her driver's license. And I do believe a little bit more "mommy freedom" will be the result! Although I will worry as heck whenever she takes her place behind the wheel, I will also be doing a little "happy dance" in my mind. 

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Today is the the Student Council election at Munchie's school. He is such a sweet, gentle natured kid brimming with self confidence. I do hope and pray that, whatever the outcome, his heart is not broken. Go Munch and rock that vote!!!!

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It is now time to take on the day. I wish you all a happy Monday with a wonderful week to follow. 

Tuesday's Truth: An Afternoon with Munch

It was a beautiful and glorious day this past Sunday. Since we had nothing else going on, Munchie Boy and I ventured out for some quality Mother-Son time. We decided to walk around and explore the sleepy town of Davidson (home of the Davidson College Wildcats). We walked around and took a few photos.

We then found a park bench and sat down. Munch agreed to an impromptu interview. Please enjoy his pontifications and discover why girls are like squirrels.

Monday Musings: October 4, 2010

My son has been having girl troubles. There is this girl whom he likes. He told another boy about this and this boy proceeded to shout it out to the girl in carpool line a few weeks back. Since then, this particular girl has refused to speak to Munchie Boy. He's been heart broken. You needed to know this to understand the deeper significance of the after school conversation I had with my son last week.

Me: How was school today, Munchie Boy?

Munch: Well, it was both good and bad.

Me: How so?

Munch: The good part is that I asked Sally* out.

Me: What?!

Munch: Yeah, but the bad part is she said no.

Me: That is probably for the best because, after all, you're not allowed to date.

Munch: But the good part is that when I asked her if we could still be friends, she smiled and nodded her head.

Me: Well then, I guess that is, indeed, a good thing.

Munch: Yeah...and I am now considered a "player" at school.

Me: Just for asking Sally out?

Munch: Well, not exactly...I also asked an 8th grade girl out, too.

Me: *shaking my head* And?

Munch: She also said no...but SHE GAVE ME A HUG!

Munch is now considered a hero among his 6th grade classmates. One of his friends has even asked him about relationship advice. Sigh. This is all happening way too soon for my taste.

*Name changed to protect the innocence of Munch's love interest.

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Bethany had a  performance this weekend. This is not her best but, considering she only had a few days notice and just received the music the morning of the performance, I think she did pretty well. Enjoy. (oh and no comments on the poor video quality please...the sun was directly in my eyes)

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Dear Carolina Panthers,

A perfect start to a perfect season....a losing season, that is. 0 and 4 is unacceptable. It's unfortunate that you are not providing convincing evidence for us to keep our season tickets.

A very disappointed 5th

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That's it for today's musings. I must get started on a very busy start to a very busy week. Have a great day. 

Flash Friday 55: 1st Day of School

“Hey Munch, time to get up!”

Mumble, mumble, yawn.

“Remember? It’s your 1^st day of school!”

“Hey Mom, do you have to go into work?”

“Yes sweetie, I do. It’s all planned out: Daddy will take you to school and Brandon’s mom will pick you up. I bet there’ll even be treats involved!”

“Oh, Okay!”

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That Munchie-Boy! Treats always make things better! Anyway, I am participating in Flash Friday 55, a meme hosted by our very own Mr. Know it All (aka G-Man). The purpose to to write a story or prose in exactly 55 words, no more, no less. Care to join the fun? Just link up in G-Man's comment section. 

Tuesday's Truth: A Fantasy Crushed

Munchie Boy is nearly 12. He is a very sweet and innocent child who believes, with all his heart, in Santa Claus. He has a fondness for the Easter Bunny and Tooth Fairy as well.

Because Munch is about to enter middle school next week, I felt it was time to lay down the truth regarding Santa Claus. I did not want him to suffer any teasing or bullying by other kids, who can often times be quite cruel. So after dinner last night I decided to broach the subject. Bethany, knowing my plan and not wanting to witness what was, more than likely, going to be painful and sad, left the room. Munch, sensing something big was about to happen, ordered his father from the room as well.

Me: So, what are your thoughts regarding Santa Claus?
Munchie Boy (MB): What do you mean?
Me: I mean, do you still believe in him?
MB: Well, I don't think he got my letter last year.
Me: There is a good reason for that, for you see Santa
MB: (interrupting) It's just that I saw the letter I wrote when I was searching for my Dave and Buster's coupon.
Me: Oh. Well then...what do you think about that?
MB: I think that you forgot to mail my letter.

Mr. Sister, sensing we were running around in circles, decided to return to the room and give his 2 cents. I will let him tell you all what he said (either in the commentary below, or on his own blog). Let's just say there was some laughter but there were also tears. I wanted to be gentle in giving Munch the truth...Mr. Sister thought it best to quickly get to the point. I don't know. I think either way would have probably induced the same amount of tears.

Back to the conversation.

Me: So you remember the story of St. Nicholas? And you already know he is the saint on whom the legend of Santa Claus is based.
MB: (sniff) Yeah.
Me: Anyway, we are called by God to emulate, to be like the saints. St. Nicholas was very caring, compassionate and giving. So by example, in honor of our Lord's birth, we, too, become giving.
MB: (wiping tears) Okay.
Me: This is also why we participate in the Angel Tree program at church...so we can be Santa to the less fortunate.
MB: Oh.
Me: And just because you now know the truth doesn't mean "Santa" won't leave you any presents at Christmastime.
MB: (smiling weakly) Good.

But all was not lost dear friends for this story does have a happy ending. After our conversation, Mr. Sister took all of us to the Sprint store and, being like Santa, purchased new cell phones for me and the little Sisters!  (Can we say "unlimited texting and social networking"?) But that's a post for another day.

Munchie Boy Blog Takeover!

      The post you are about to read is rated:

Hello everyone,  what's up? 
Today I'm going to do a very special review. 
No, I'm not reviewing a game. 
I'm reviewing the Nintendo Wii!

The Wii is a great console whether ur 3 years or 30 years old! 
It is truly the best console out there!
The Wii is like a lot of consoles built into one!
The Wii can play Game Cube games or Wii games!
One of my favorite things about the Wii is the internet!


It is sad. 
Sometimes, I ask people if they have internet on their Wii. 
Guess what all of them said?
They said that they don't know.
If you get internet on your Wii 
there is a channel called Wii shop channel.
There, you can access Wiiware games and Virtual Console.
 (games from alot of systems)
All the channels are free. 
But WW and VC cost Nintendo Points (NP).
The way how you get NP is to go to a store that sells video games.
There you'll find a card that says 2000 nintendo points card. 
(They cost $20)
You redeem them on the Wii channnel and you got the points!
That's all I have to say about the Wii.


Note: Soon I'm going to make my own site 
that'll have forums, reviews, and all that stuff.


Poll of the week:
Would you buy a Wii?


Please tell me how I did for my review.
 Was it good, or was it bad?

                                                        

The 5th Sister says: This post was written and designed by Munchie Boy, my 11 year old son who is on the Autism Spectrum. Only a few misspellings and some punctuation were corrected. I don't know about you but I gave this effort an A for his Composition class this week. 

Tuesday Tidbits-December 15, 2009

A Conversation With My Son:


Munchie Boy: "My arms still hurt from my swim meet."
Me: "That's because you tried really hard to do your best."
M.B.: "Well, I am the walrus, coo coo ca choo! And you know what that means?"
Me: "No, what?"
M.B. "That means you're the Egg Man."
Me: *speechless*
Then we both broke out in a fit of laughter!

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Do you all remember my post about my brother-in-law, Larry? His surgery went well and he is now undergoing his first of 3 rounds of chemotherapy. That, however, is not going so well (fever, chills, fatigue, etc.) If you are so inclined I'd like to ask you all to offer up a prayer or a sacrifice in his honor today. Thanks.

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Sticker Shock


I finally mailed all the Christmas packages yesterday. That, plus stamps for the Christmas cards (that I have yet to write and address), cost almost $50. Yikes!

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A Conversation with Mr. Sister:


Me:  "I'd love a Kitchen Aid for Christmas."
Mr. Sister: "What are you going to do with a Kitchen Aid?"
Me: "Cook, bake, you name it."
Mr. Sister: "You don't bake, now!"
Me: "Well, I would if I had a Kitchen Aid!"

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And now, for your listening and viewing pleasure: The Charlotte Children's Choir performing All is Well on December 13, 2009. (My daughter is 2nd from left, top row) Enjoy!

(Hard to believe they are all between 11-15 years old!)

Friday Catch Up

Dear Carolina Panthers,


I'm really glad we sold our tickets to last night's game. I'm also really glad that, since I have to work today, I decided to go to bed early. The last thing I saw was Jake Delhomme being sacked before John Kasay's field goal for the 1st score of the game. Mr. Sister informs me that there were at least 3 sacks before he went to bed. Yoo hoo. . . Defensive line? Where are you? How can you expect your quarterback to perform when you can't provide him with the protection he deserves?


I'd like to comment on more aspects of the game, I really would. But it's early and I must be off to work. Besides, I don't think you'd like what I'd have to say.


Your disgruntled fan,


Mrs. Sister

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A Challenge Has Been Issued


Attention all followers of The 5th Sister. 
You have been challenged!
Jenn from You Know...That Blog? was extremely impressed with all of your haiku responses to my Silly Haiku Wednesday post this past week. She's wondering why you aren't participating! So your challenge is to go to You Know...That Blog? next Wednesday and link your best haiku response for this coming week's them: Parent (s) or (ing). Got it? Good! (You all had great haiku replies, by the way! I know you can do this!)

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I wanted to thank you all to your loving and touching replies to my I Think Different post yesterday. As Mr. Sister put it, "It was like a blog within a blog!" And that made my day. To have written a post that touched others in a way where they were compelled to respond. Thank you!

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I must head into work this morning at 0Dark: 30. I will not have access to my blog, or others for that matter, for the next 36 out of 72 hours. If I do not respond it's because of work constraints and the need to sleep between shifts. Please understand. I will try to catch up some when I return home but there are no guarantees. I have posts scheduled to run this weekend but rest assured I'll be back, up and at'em, bright and early Monday morning. 

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Have a great and happy weekend!