THIS is the reason my kids won't go to a public school. I will home school them before I will send them to a public school!
The high school I graduated from {Kenowa Hills High School, in Grand Rapids, MI} has been all over the news as of yesterday! The class of 2012 decided they wanted to go out with a bang... They decided to get as many students as they could to ride their bikes to school with their senior shirts on. They thought ahead about traffic and called the POLICE DEPARTMENT and THE MAYOR {who showed up with donuts before the ride!!} and asked for help. Once they got to school {again, escorted by the POLICE AND MAYOR} they were told to get into the auditorium, where they were then chewed out by the principal for not notifying her that they were riding their bikes to school {really!?} and were then told to LEAVE {on the bikes they rode in on?!}and told that they would not be allowed to participate in the Senior Walk or Graduation!
The reason? Safety! Really principal Pennington? Safety? Having a police escort wasn't safe enough for them? Telling you would have made it somehow safer?
What I think is the best part is one of our local radio personalities decided to show up {here's their radio coverage} at the school board meeting {as did lots of parents and students...so many in fact that they had to move to a bigger location}...But Gravy decided to show up with a special present just for Principal Pennington...a bike! He said that maybe she was just upset because she didn't have a bike so he got a local bike company to give her a brand new bike....with a bell for safety!!! haha, see:
The bike part comes in at 47 seconds and ends at 2:21...the rest of the 10 minute video is students and parents talking to the school board.
I think more than anything, I am most outraged by the way that the principal was talking to the students right after the ride. One of the students was smart enough to pull out her phone and tape her, and she screaming at them and telling them to "hurry up and get their butts home"...not even telling them WHY they were being sent home either. I wish I could find the video recording, but I haven't been able to so far.
So what is your opinion? Should the students have gotten in trouble?
Linking up with We Want To Know with the awesome co-hosts Mamarazzi and Crazymama!!
Today Crazymama is asking the questions and she wants to know all about your friends!
{1}I have found myself jealous/envious of this friend because... {until recently} I was jealous of A because to me it felt like she had everything together and never had one of those days...{you know, the ones where everything is going wrong and you feel like you're losing it?} Recently she called me when she was having one of those days...so I realized she's not perfect...still jealous that she can decorate a cake like you would not believe though!
{2}I admire this one for her _________ (insert admirable quality) and tell us about them. I really admire my friend Farrah for her ability to keep things together even though she has three young kids!! Plus she's brave enough to try the things I wasn't brave enough to try {ie homeschooling, cloth diapering, etc} {3}I really love this blog friend because... She's awesome! She's Batman and I'm Robin!
Hahaha, no really though...her posts always make me smile, and whenever she posts a DIY post...it makes me want to redo something in my house or be more crafty. In reality though, I think I'd be better off paying her to make all the signs I want because I won't be able to make them look as cute as she does!
{4}I was stuck on a desert island I would want to be with this friend... hmmm...I guess either A and/or Farrah... I could see myself stuck with either of them and having lots of fun! Even if our kids were with us! {5}I think the best qualities in a friend are... I'm really not that picky, butdef. someone who is a good listener because I like to vent a lot {just ask Farrah...she's my go to person!}; someone who is kind, caring and fun too!
What is it? Moppy is a professional strength, ALL Natural probiotic floor cleaner How does it work?Moppy's probiotics remain on the surface to help maintain a odor and germ free household!
Convenient foaming water soluble pouch application
Cuts through dirt and lifts grime from the floor
Active ingredients keep working to maintain germ and odor free surface
1 bag lasts 30 DAYS
Uses
Safe to use on multiple surfaces including high-gloss surfaces, terrazzo, marble, slate, vinyl, tile, and finished hardwood surfaces
Use weekly to promote a healthy and safe home
Benefits
Leaves no Dulling Residue
Scrubbing action scours dirt and lifts germs and grime, while driving out odors at their source
Eco-Friendly, non-toxic, biodegradable
My Thoughts: I was so excited to try out Moppy! I have been searching for a floor cleaner that works well, so I was asked to try this at the perfect time! I love that you can use it on multiple surfaces! We have tile floors in our house.
To use Moppy all you do is take out one of the four packets, drop it in your mop bucket it...watch it dissolve and bubble for about 10 seconds and your good to go! I LOVED the smell of it! It wasn't too over powering either!
I am not going to lie, when I was reading the directions I was a little unsure that one small packet would keep MY floors {especially the bathroom, which I had been mopping 2x/day bc of the smell!} smelling nice, but it has!!! I am pretty shocked! I think it's cool that if you don't use a mop and bucket like I do, you can still use Moppy!!
If you're interested in Moppy {or any other Natural House products} head on over to their website!! You can also find Natural House on facebook, and twitter!
I am happy to have had such a wonderful mother's day! We had he in-laws over and had a big bbq and just spent time together! It was wonderful!
I am happy to have such a great Husband! He is so great with our boys and we are so lucky to have him!
yes that is Husband riding power wheels with the boys!
I am happy to be an Auntie! I love spoiling my nieces and nephews!!
My beautiful niece Naveah at her mom's baby shower
I am happy that I will have two new nephews by the end of he summer and one of my new nephews will be there Thursday or Friday! I can't wait to spoil them too!
I am happy that my sister in laws baby shower went pretty good, and she got lots of great stuff and got to spend time with family!
I am happy that I got to go for a nice long walk this morning with Wi-fi! Starting my day with a walk always puts me in a better mood!
I am happy that I will get to start volunteering soon! And even more happy that the boys will get to come with me while I do it!
This Fiesta gas grill is spacious enough to meet your grilling needs. It is suitable for preparing a meal for up to four people. With this grill, you will enjoy cooking your favorite meals outdoors.
Fiesta 25,000 BTU 2-Burner Gas Grill with Side Burner, Blue:
Porcelain-coated cooking grid
260 sq. in. primary cooking area
175 sq. in. chrome-plated warming rack
Two stainless steel burners with 25,000 BTU cooking performance
10,000 BTU side burner
Porcelain/steel heat tents vaporize drippings and reduce flare-ups
Spacious, weather-resistant side shelves
Fiesta gas grill features porcelain-enameled, steel-top lid and base
So I've decided since Husband is always out of town during the week, that I'll use that time to slowly start making food to freeze! We had a busy weekend so I'm getting a super late start on shopping and making a list, so it's going to be a quick one this week!
Monday: Home made pizza's
Tuesday: Chicken, corn, potatoes
Wednesday: Mac & cheese {with broccoli} and grilled cheese sandwich
Thursday:
Friday: Asparagus lasagna, Everything Italian Bread {my new favorite!!!}
Saturday: Steak, rice, bread
Sunday: Crockpot Chicken Strognaoff, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans
K5 Learning has an online reading and math program for kindergarten to grade 5 students. I've been given a 6 week free trial to test and write a review of their program. If you are a blogger, you may want to check out their open invitation to write an online learning review of their program.
I am super excited that I was asked to review this program!! The opportunity came at the perfect time too because I have been working hard on getting our summer school plans underway and this will go great with that!!
I confess...I have been gardening this week, instead of cleaning the house.
I confess...I forgot how much I love gardening! My patio area is looking so nice now!! Just have to get Husband to get the stupid hot tub out of there and I'll be one happy mama!
I confess...I have lots of cleaning to do today people! LOTS! I don't want to....but Husband will be home today so I have to!
I confess...I have also been putting off baking two cakes and a million cupcakes for my sil's baby shower...which is TOMORROW! So on top of cleaning all day... I also have to bake...and decorate!
I confess...I think it's going to be a late night...and a LONG weekend!
I confess...the boys surprised me yesterday and gave me a new GPS for mothers day!! I was very happy! Now they make me turn it on when we get in the car...even if I know where I am going, lol
Do you have anything to confess? Head on over to Mamarazzi's site and link up!! You know you want to!
Be sure to check out Riss Bliss Accessories NEW blog and enter in some of her giveaways going on now!! {Ends 5/18}
About Riss Bliss Accessories... All accessories that Riss Bliss sells are handmade by Whitney! She carries something for everyone...even dogs!! Riss Bliss sells hair bows, hair clips, headbands, hats, tutus for girls AND PETS! Paracord items for men {women and kids too!} and lots more!
Right now she has a 700 fan giveaway going on over at her blog!
You can also check out the giveaway items on her facebook page! There are lots of great items from many different companies {not just hair bows!!} so go check it out!
Have you ever watch The Nate Berkus Show? Well I've been catching his show here and there lately, and I am in love! He gives some awesome tips on fashion, decorating and easy how-to's! Whenever I watch his show it makes me want to do things to our house!!
On one of his shows they took a tour through a viewers pantry and I was jealous! First of the fact that she even HAS a pantry {I don't}, but also of how nice it was! {mine wouldn't be if I had one!}. I loved her labeling idea though so I decided to try it out!
Chalkboard Labels
You will need...
Jars, boxes, whatever you want to label
1 can/bottle of chalkboard paint
Paint brush {I used the sponge kind}
First you're going to have to figure out how you want your label to look. You can either draw it out, or just wing it. {I didn't draw it out}
Next you're going to want to make sure you jar is clear of all labels.
Now your ready to paint! Paint on how you want your label to look, let dry for 1 hour. Apply 2nd layer if needed. {most of mine didn't need a full 2nd layer, just touch ups}
You can even do the tops to the jars with chalkboard paint too!
Your kids might like your newly awesome labeled jars..so much that they'll think it's fun to go around and re-label your jars!
So maybe you'll think it'd be cool to paint a chalk board on their wall so they'll stop messing with your jars. {I know I did}
It won't work though...it might just make them angry instead {he screamed!}
Linking up {kinda late, sorry!} with Mamarazzi and Crazymama's We Want to Know Wednesday! Be sure to check out their posts as well =)
Today's questions are all about Blogging!!! Which is awesome because I have been thinking about blogging a lot lately... {even if I haven't actually BEEN doing it!}
1. Describe your blog... This is actually what I have been thinking about a lot lately...what kind of blogger am I? Originally this was strictly a photo journal blog since I have had a private blog..then I found myself a SAHM again and kind of alone. So I threw myself into the blogging world! For a while it was kind of everything...linky's, giveaways, advice, crafts etc...now, I don't know what it is, haha. I suppose it's a little of everything...but I don't know that I like that.... {<---see....lots on my mind!}
2. What 3 things do you love about blogging...
I love the friendships I have made so far!
I love having a place I can come to get things "off my chest"
I love making new friends and reading new blogs! It's so fun to see everyone's different styles reflected in their own personal space. I love being able to be a part of it!
3. What 3 things do you dislike about blogging...
I dislike that sometimes it's hard to fit in with bloggers who already have their "group" established
I dislike when I spend time going to new{ish} blogs and read their pages and leave nice comments and never hear anything back at all {and yes mamarazzi, I DO have e-mails turned on!!!}
I dislike how much time I haven't had lately to blog!! That's probably why I have been thinking about it so much...but after this week things should calm down for me!
4. What 3 things do you wish other bloggers would do? Any Tips?...
I really wish more bloggers would take the time to visit people who take the time to leave love on their site. Me and my friend {who also blogs} were talking about this just the other day. I feel that I have been so lucky to have found the blogs people that I have...because almost always when I leave a comment on their page, they are responding by e-mail or stopping by and giving me some love too. But I know of others who complain that they will spend their time leaving nice comments on pages and never hear anything back!
{I'm with Mamarazzi on this one} I really wish more bloggers would ditch the word verification. Blogger makes it so hard to read {ok OR my eyes are bad!}, I usually have to try like three times before I get it! It's so frustrating!!
I really wish...ya got me...I really can't think of another one right now!!
5. I know we all have lots of blogs we read, but what are 3 blogs you never miss...
I really do have a lot that I MUST read...see:
I bookmark every time I come to a site that I think "I NEED to come back to this one"...that way I have kind of a reading list right in my book marks =)
Ground the hamburg meat. Drain and pour in can of Sloppy Joe mix, let simmer on low for about 5 minutes stirring occasionally.
Flatten and stretch each biscuit
Press biscuits into sprayed muffin pan, making individual cups.
Spoon 1 tbsp of sloppy joe mixture into each biscuit cup.
Bake for 10 minutes {at 375}
Sprinkle shredded cheese over top of each cup and cook for additional 3 minutes
These are also good with BBQ sauce instead of sloppy joe mix! Just substitute can of sloppy joe mix for 1/2 cup of bbq sauce! Goes great with broccoli or fruit salad...or all by themselves!
You can follow Cooking With Choley's blog here, facebook page here, and twitter page here!
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This includes the Sunnyside Safari™ Chair Top High Chair, Playard, Plug in Sway & Swing, Portable Swing and Saucer making this truly the Ultimate Baby Shower Gift.
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Sunnyside Safari™ Chair Top High Chair
A good high chair is a must for moms, and Bright Starts™ Sunnyside Safari™ Chair Top High Chair is as good as they come! It does what a full-sized model does and more, adjusting to four different heights (and nearly any table), reclining to three positions, and converting to a booster seat for smooth transition to the toddler years.
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Product Features:
Convenient 2 piece reversible seat pad is made of stain resistant fabric that is wipeable and machine washable
4 height positions to fit most table sizes
3 position recline
Removable Stay Level Tray™ remains level even when seat is reclined
3 locking positions to grow with baby
Built-in holders are convenient for drinks or snacks
Converts to booster for easy toddler transition
5 point convertible safety harness
Sunnyside Safari™ Playard
A bright, sunny place for baby to rest, play, get a quick diaper change and spend a few moments with some friendly jungle pals! That's the Bright Starts™ Sunnyside Safari™ Playard. This playard includes a removable bassinet with our time-saving One Less Step™ feature for easy fold-and-go mobility.
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Product Features:
Removable bassinet with One Less Step™ to quickly fold and go
Convenient changing table
Toy bar with 2 fun toys
Side storage pocket
Wheels for easy portability
Includes travel bag
Sunnyside Safari™ Plug in Sway & Swing™
Some swings go back and forth. Some go side to side. This one does both—and does it with music, toys, and delightful jungle style. With a seat designed for 180° rotation, allowing three swing directions, the Bright Starts™ Sunnyside Safari™ Plug in Sway & Swing™ uses our unique TrueSpeed™ technology to sense baby's weight and adjust for consistent speed—so it grows along with baby.
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Product Features:
Seat rotates 180° for 3 swing directions
TrueSpeed™ technology maintains 6 speeds as baby grows
Mobiles with 2 playtime toys easily pivots out of the way
20 minutes of melodies and nature sounds with volume control and auto shut-off
AC adaptor saves money on batteries
Swing time with 3 settings: 30, 45 and 60 minutes
Whisper Quiet™ operation
5 point harness
Machine washable seat pad
Non-slip feet
Sunnyside Safari™ Portable Swing
Find baby's favorite speed with this innovative portable swing. The Bright Starts™ Sunnyside Safari™ Portable Swing is a win for parents and babies—from its machine-washable padded seat right down to its bright yellow, non-slip feet. With six distinct speeds to choose from, you'll find it easy to suit your little one's mood—and our patented TrueSpeed™ technology keeps those speeds consistent even as baby grows.
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Features:
TrueSpeed™ Technology maintains 6 speeds as baby grows
Comfort Recline™ seat with 2 positions
Whisper Quiet™ operation
Easily folds for storage or travel
5 point harness
Machine washable seat pad
Non-slip feet
Sunnyside Safari™ Saucer
This is where babies go for serious fun. A Walmart exclusive, the 7-activity Bright Starts™ Sunnyside Safari™ Saucer offers entertainment options galore—and a lighthearted jungle theme with fun characters you'll adore.
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Product Features:
3 adjustable height positions allows entertainer to grow with baby
Seat rotates 360° for nonstop interaction with 7 activity stations
2 overhead toy bar arms with mirror, hanging toy and fabric crinkle leaves
Hanging elephant toy
Bendy giraffe teething stalk
Bead chaser with easy to grip textured beads
Lion popper with spiraling beads
Rotating ladybug barrels with fun textures and beads
Rocking toucan on leaf stalk
4 link loops for attaching more toys
Lays flat for storage
Built-in toy tray is easy to clean
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