New Blog Feature

I have added a blog component to Chaotic Lives that is a tribute to my dear little sis.  I've been working on this project for a couple days and hopefully by the time the sun goes down today, it will be in working order....


I'm sure many will not be interested in this feature, as it is a family heirloom.  There are things in life that are of not much value to others - but it's the memories that go along with it that make it priceless!  I'll not go into details about this feature...if interested, click on the links in the upper right under the title "Links for Laura" to hear some of the greatest music to influence our childhood!  I can still remember the big record player sitting next to the glass sliding doors in the back of the living room with the records / LP's stacked below that offered us most of the entertainment we enjoyed as kids....


The memories that this tribute offers is something I want Laura to be able to share with her two as I have shared with Addison.....These are not videos, by the way....only for listening.  They are private videos and the only link to them is found on my blog.  You are welcome to share with anyone you'd like, if you find something you want to share.....however, they are only available through the links.  No search will find them.  Also in case you care to listen, the first song skips for a couple seconds, but it gets better.  I'm surprised it's not worse as much as it was played!  


Happy Listening!  

"THE" Solo

Since distance separates from life's moments, I decided to capture one and allow you to see it for yourself.  This is Addison's first solo in church without her trusted little band of choir members she joins every Sunday night!  And the truth of the matter is, she actually thought they were going to be with her this time too.....she was tricked.....not by me tho.  I was nervous enough because I hadn't a clue what to expect!  Anyway, here goes.....

Comfort vs. Punishment - Didn't know that were THAT similar!!

A couple weeks ago, Addison was given the assignment to memorize the 23rd Psalm. It's due tomorrow.  In case you wondered....that's a bit lengthy, but she is doing quite well with it....or so I thought.  

Since it's due in the morning, I have been practicing it throughout the evening with her.  She's done great, and all of a sudden decided she wanted to recite it without my help at all.  I agreed to let her have at it!  I was so glad I did because it ended up being an unforgettable event!

With all the strength she could muster up, she took a deep breath and started her recitation with great confidence.  "The Lord is my Shepherd.....He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness......Yeah tho I walk through the valley......(here's where it gets good)....I will fear no evil: for thou art with me, thy rod and thy staff, they PUNISH ME!" 

Have you ever felt punished by the rod vs. being comforted?  Just wondering if Mom and Aunt Lin were the only ones that felt that way!!  Just sayin.......  :-)  

Just couldn't resist telling about it!