NOTE: Zack and I do watch the news a lot with the kids around….but we never get to “talk politics” until they are in bed. This was completely unprovoked….
Last night, sitting on the couch with the children, Skyler starts talking about her day. She explain how they got to vote in the presidential election today at school. She volunteers, “I voted for Obama. I wanted to vote for Hillary again but she wasn’t on the ballot anymore. I voted for Obama because he said he will bring home the troops from Iraq.”
Now, I am not sharing this for political debate purposes. But, I am rather relishing in the beauty of her innocence. Uncle Jake is in Iraq and she wants him home, period:-) He will be so proud of his niece Skyler, as am I.
T-Bird: Doing fabulous! His teacher wrote, “Trendon is doing great! He’s a hard worker and a great friend to everyone! Keep reading at home. SUPER JOB, TRENDON!” They also included a creative writing assignment for us to see. I will keep punctuation, spelling etc the same so you can appreciate his efforts:-)
“*I Like My PokenoN. *I Lik to jump on the treplen. *Wen I fel bad I em sad. *wen I em skard i do not criy. *Trendon Clay Tucker”
Ahhhh, don’t you just love that?!?!?!?!
Abby: Her teacher wrote, “Abby is a wonderful gal who works hard and successfully accomplishes every task. She has such a caring personality and gentle spirit. Academically, she is doing fantastic, as well.”
Skyler: Her teacher wrote, “Skyler is a super kid and a great student!!” Skyler is still reading light years ahead of her grade level!! She is also working diligently on studying the Battle of the Books reading list. Next month is the quiz to determine if she makes the team!
We are so proud of our hard working kiddos. They are really doing phenomenal. It’s hard work!!!:-)
So, I will not reveal my political affiliations in this blog as it is a friendly keep-up with the family blog. However, I will encourage you all to go vote! The kids are out of school on Tuesday so they will ALL be going to the polls with me!!!!:-) Enjoy this video I found….it’s bipartisan:-)
And, since it is difficult to understand….they lyrics:
Obama on the left McCain on the right We can talk politics all night And you can vote however you like You can vote however you like, yeah
Democratic left Republican right November 4th we decide And you can vote however you like You can vote however you like, yeah
(McCain supporters) McCain’s the best candidate With Palin as his running mate They’ll fight for gun rights, pro life, The conservative right Our future is bright Better economy in site And all the world will feel our military might
(Obama supporters) But McCain and Bush are real close right They vote alike and keep it tight Obama’s new, he’s younger too The Middle Class he will help you He’ll bring a change, he’s got the brains McCain and Bush are just the same You are to blame, Iraq’s a shame Four more years would be insane
Lower your Taxes – you know Obama Won’t PROTECT THE LOWER CLASS – You know McCain won’t! Have enough experience – you know that they don’t STOP GLOBAL WARMING – you know that you won’t
I want Obama FORGET OBAMA Stick with McCain and you’re going to have some drama We need it HE’LL BRING IT He’ll be it YOU’LL SEE IT We’ll do it GET TO IT Let’s move it DO IT!
Obama on the left McCain on the right We can talk politics all night And you can vote however you like You can vote however you like, yeah
Democratic left Republican right November 4th we decide And you can vote however you like, I said You can vote however you like, yeah
I’m talking big pipe lines, and low gas prices Below $2.00 that would be nice
But to do it right we gotta start today Finding renewable ways that are here to stay
I want Obama FORGET OBAMA, Stick wit McCain you gone have some drama MORE WAR IN IRAQ Iran he will attack CAN’T BRING OUR TROOPS BACK We gotta vote Barack!
Obama on the left McCain on the right We can talk politics all night And you can vote however you like, I said You can vote however you like, yeah
Democratic left Republican right November 4th we decide And you can vote however you like, I said You can vote however you like, yeah
I fixed a FABULOUS new recipe for dinner last night. I thought everyone should enjoy it:
Aloha Pork Chop Skillet Prep Time: 5 min Total Time: 30 min Makes: 4 servings What You Need
2 tsp. oil 4 bone-in pork chops (1-1/2 lb.) 1 medium each: red and yellow pepper, cut into chunks 2 cans (8 oz. each) pineapple chunks in juice, undrained 1/2 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth 1/4 cup KRAFT CATALINA Dressing 1-1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1-1/2 cups instant white rice, uncooked Make It
HEAT oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add chops; cook 5 min. on each side or until browned on both sides. ADD peppers, pineapple, broth, dressing and garlic powder; mix well. Bring to boil. STIR in rice; cover. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 5 min. or until chops are cooked through (160°F). Remove from heat; let stand 5 min.
My favorite season! We spent some time Sunday afternoon to watch Mia’s reaction to the leaves….she absolutely loved them! The kids would “rain leaves” on her face! We giggled and wrestled around in them….just a perfect Fall afternoon!
Then later, I took Abs, Sky, & Liv to see High School Musical 3. Skyler was completely captivated from the first preview to the end of the credits! Abby cited boredom after about 45 minutes and Liv was somewhere in between the two. Regardless, we enjoyed a girls day out!! We also stopped at a consignment shop and found Liv the cutest pink boots to replace her favs from last year that she has grown out of!
Our Mia Faith Tucker turned one this week!!! We had a small party for her on Sunday afternoon. My parents and sister came as well as some of our very best friends! She seemed aloof about all the attention but had a blast playing with the tissue paper from her gifts!
We made miniature snacks to serve at the party including mini-burgers, mini-meatballs, cheez puffs, and a chocolate chip cheeseball. My dear sister made two cakes for the special day. One just for Mia and another precious baby face for the rest of us!
Today, Mia had her 1 year check-up and weighed a whopping 25.25 lbs! She definitely gets plenty to eat. Doc says she is right on track with talking/walking the whole bit. Mommy loves to hear that!!! Doc does say its time to wean the bottle, I don’t think she’s too dependent on it and will give it a shot next week….no need to act chaos to an already hectic week-end. She is walking all over the place and thrilled to be so mobile. She spends a lot of time in her big sister’s room trying to find anything she can possibly chew on.
She has such a sweet, sweet spirit. Smiling at anyone who pays her any mind. She LOVES LOVES LOVES her Daddy above anyone else. We are just incredibly blessed for this sweet addition to our family. I love you Princess Mia!!!!!!!!!!
We have a busy week-end upon us. Tonight, Zack is taking Trendon, Olivia, and Mia to a Boy Scout Carnival!!! I am taking Abigail and Skyler to a Girl Scout Lock-In. Everyone is very excited and busy now cleaning their rooms so they will get the all clear to leave in an hour:-)
Tomorrow, the kids have a ballgame, if the weather cooperates. It’s been raining all day today in Kentucky….chilly and rainy.
AND, it’s Mommy & Daddy night out on Saturday!!!! Zack and I are going to our good friend, Angela’s, for a Halloween party. I am going as Sarah Palin, the hunter and Zack will be a cross between Joe 6-pack and Joe the Plumber…cause we all know it’s all about Joe! Brooke is babysitting for us so the kids are completely excited. She often brings movies and other surprises for the kids when she comes. We will miss her dearly next year when she leaves for college.
Yesterday I was awoken, as always, by the sounds of my baby daughter in her room. I went into pick her up and start our day when she grabbed my cheeks, looked me straight in the eyes, and lovingly said “Ma-Ma”. This wasn’t the first time she said this but the sweet, tender touch and clear conviction in her voice melted my heart. It was like she had this epiphany that I was Mom and I was there. So beautiful.
I put in my two weeks notice today at work. Long story…but the economy isn’t favorable to advertising sales right now. With nearly $1000 per month going to childcare….not really a good fit! I am excited to come back home for a while with the babies and finish my Master’s degree strong. Just 11 months til I graduate!!!!! I am beyond blessed to have a husband that supports me in whatever I choose. We have debated this decision for over a month and it finally became clear that it was best for everyone for me to quit working for now. I will continue looking for something more lucrative, but likely stay at home for a while if possible.
I have lost 20 lbs since I started working so I gotta find a way to keep that off while at home! I need a work-out buddy…anyone?!?!:-)
Sarah Tucker 