tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post7071838340013161675..comments2024-03-28T23:27:57.753-04:00Comments on Our Side of the Mountain: A Peak at Our Week: Tick, Tick! Time is Winding DownAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06441870348048026971noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-74616856374913513372013-05-21T13:04:50.350-04:002013-05-21T13:04:50.350-04:00Thanks so much, Sylvia!Thanks so much, Sylvia!Jessyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06441870348048026971noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-77135089031516324412013-05-21T13:00:48.623-04:002013-05-21T13:00:48.623-04:00Thanks for sharing a bit of your "story, Jami...Thanks for sharing a bit of your "story, Jamie! Fortunately my husband has been easygoing about this process and we've been able to agree on things that are in the best interest of the kids. Hopefully it'll continue to go that way!Jessyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06441870348048026971noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-29018617177197163892013-05-21T12:56:21.392-04:002013-05-21T12:56:21.392-04:00They're wearing a new path through the lawn on...They're wearing a new path through the lawn on their bikes! LOL But they're having fun and getting plenty of fresh air and exercise. It's just grass! :wink:Jessyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06441870348048026971noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-69868525859897481882013-05-20T23:15:21.684-04:002013-05-20T23:15:21.684-04:00Thanks for joining us at Friendship Friday. I'...Thanks for joining us at Friendship Friday. I'm sorry you're going through so much. I can only imagine how hard it must be at times. Your positive and joyful attitude is an inspiration to us all!Sylviahttp://faithfulmomof9.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-63886773901682179302013-05-20T21:03:45.430-04:002013-05-20T21:03:45.430-04:00Yay for new bikes!And as a mom who has been thru a...Yay for new bikes!<br>And as a mom who has been thru a divorce, I know it's a hard time. Our agreement came after a whole lot of blood, sweat, and tears (which really means lots of hours of mediation and lots of $$$). Anyway, praying all goes as well as possible, not only in the midst of divorce, but in the years to come.Jamie {See Jamie blog}http://www.blogger.com/profile/18212749055211487304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-75370221444474855062013-05-18T18:53:45.301-04:002013-05-18T18:53:45.301-04:00Love the quote! It's so true.And I love my hen...Love the quote! It's so true.<br><br>And I love my hens...they really do have personality don't they?! I get a kick out of watching them, especially when food is involved.<br><br>Ah, to be a kid again and bike ride for hours- even in the rain;)Jennhttp://www.littlehomeschoolontheprairie.com/index.htmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-55448338644076416192013-05-18T10:49:40.265-04:002013-05-18T10:49:40.265-04:00Next week might be a lot of pizza and hot dogs! LO...Next week might be a lot of pizza and hot dogs! LOL Jessyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06441870348048026971noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-25650370994308800412013-05-18T10:48:59.846-04:002013-05-18T10:48:59.846-04:00Oh, thanks for thinking of Jake and finding a bike...Oh, thanks for thinking of Jake and finding a bike for him! I've struck out so far, but I'm hopeful. It would be a really great thing for him!Jessyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06441870348048026971noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-25382635344690078562013-05-18T10:24:49.434-04:002013-05-18T10:24:49.434-04:00Thanks, Dawn! We REALLY are doing OK. And yes, chi...Thanks, Dawn! We REALLY are doing OK. And yes, chickens are more amusing that TV! LOLJessyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06441870348048026971noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-22423558940938650592013-05-18T10:12:19.406-04:002013-05-18T10:12:19.406-04:00Thanks for stopping by and following, Linda! Thanks for stopping by and following, Linda! Jessyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06441870348048026971noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-63151137241337421682013-05-18T09:57:45.715-04:002013-05-18T09:57:45.715-04:00A moving truck for TRASH?! LOL The new-to-us trail...A moving truck for TRASH?! LOL The new-to-us trailer was certainly handy in getting that bulk trash out of here. I have already gathered together another 50 pounds or so! Yikes! I'm trying to totally SIMPLIFY everything around here. Thanks for thinking of us!Jessyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06441870348048026971noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-54461748460583180052013-05-18T09:48:06.681-04:002013-05-18T09:48:06.681-04:00Lots of kids with SPD do not have the coordination...Lots of kids with SPD do not have the coordination and motor planning for riding a bike, but ironically Sam started riding without training wheels at 3 1/2. He had no problems! Sometimes you just don't know!Jessyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06441870348048026971noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-52355788343309434772013-05-18T08:10:46.117-04:002013-05-18T08:10:46.117-04:00As always your menu sounds Devine! Glad your cour...As always your menu sounds Devine! Glad your court date was quick! melismamahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02954776109356807170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-71734597676769127812013-05-18T08:04:05.365-04:002013-05-18T08:04:05.365-04:00Thank you for linking with Collage Friday -- it...Thank you for linking with Collage Friday -- it's a rainy, lazy day here today, too - and we all need it. I am so thankful you got some of these days and that things are beginning to settle for you - I'll be praying for that third bike and for further peace in your divorce.Homegrown Learnershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11533429092234412589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-1030149741885368352013-05-18T07:51:41.900-04:002013-05-18T07:51:41.900-04:00I am glad your court date went smoothly. It sounds...I am glad your court date went smoothly. It sounds like you are doing a great job of keeping the home fires burning. The chickens sound very funny.<br>Blessings, DawnDawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14659813887643842006noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-1947249063410656732013-05-18T01:23:29.705-04:002013-05-18T01:23:29.705-04:00I'm glad that it went smoothly. I'm sure ...I'm glad that it went smoothly. I'm sure this is a very difficult time for you. I'm so sorry you are going through this. Hugs to you from a new blog follower. <br><br>LynnSuburban Farm Girlhttp://suburban-farm-girl.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-91616380511150474982013-05-17T19:47:00.377-04:002013-05-17T19:47:00.377-04:00I am glad to here that the legal stuff is proceedi...I am glad to here that the legal stuff is proceeding as smoothly as can be expected. We will keep you in our prayers just the same. When we moved the first trip with the moving truck was to the dump. I can't remember the weight but ridiculous come to mind. At least I feel that the clutter is finally headed in the right direction.Chris Tilley (@hhtales)http://www.talesofahousehusband.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-86121323661845361482013-05-17T19:43:30.004-04:002013-05-17T19:43:30.004-04:00Now at least you have this part of the divorce pro...Now at least you have this part of the divorce process finished and off your mind. You can go forward with less worry. I hope the weekend and next week are enjoyable and full of happier events.<br><br>It looks like your kids really enjoyed their new bikes. I remember riding around in the rain as a kid too. It was fun sometimes. Amber doesn't bike at all, she doesn't have the balance Christyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00844686023573051133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-34488834673060365712013-05-17T15:57:43.098-04:002013-05-17T15:57:43.098-04:00Many, many hours! Such GREAT exercise for them! I ...Many, many hours! Such GREAT exercise for them! I just need to find another bike for Jake...and then he can bike with buddies. Sometimes you just gotta have a Netflix day in PJs! LOL And I got rid of MORE STUFF today! Yay!Jessyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06441870348048026971noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-54038618100472715462013-05-17T15:55:50.096-04:002013-05-17T15:55:50.096-04:00You're DEFINITELY right about any kind of batt...You're DEFINITELY right about any kind of battle! It's not good for anyone! But fortunately my husband seems agreeable and we've been able to communicate and make decisions in the best interest of the kids. Win-win!Jessyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06441870348048026971noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-58460141207043372222013-05-17T15:53:49.648-04:002013-05-17T15:53:49.648-04:00Jessy I am glad to hear everything went smoothly w...Jessy I am glad to hear everything went smoothly with the divorce. As a single Mom I know how awesome those rainy, Netflix days can be. Isn't it great to get rid of stuff!! Woohooo for you! What a great thing about the bikes. I hope they get hours and hours of enjoyment from them. Happy weekend friend.Karenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00487026746937164012noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-86872067717558320782013-05-17T15:25:46.761-04:002013-05-17T15:25:46.761-04:00I'm happy to hear that everything went smoothl...I'm happy to hear that everything went smoothly with the legal arrangements. The last thing you need is a nasty battle right now. Hope everything goes well for the rest of the process.<br><br>Loved the story about the chickens going crazy over the pizza! I have seen this before and it is just the funniest thing. Chickens are so entertaining.<br><br>Hope you have a great weekend, Jessy!Our Neck of the Woodshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00796487269192271170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-57280263547194510582013-05-16T20:23:38.865-04:002013-05-16T20:23:38.865-04:00Thanks, Nicole! These situations are never easy, b...Thanks, Nicole! These situations are never easy, but I'll give my husband credit for not making it MORE difficult. They have been spending HOURS biking. I'm hoping to find some safe places for them to go on LONG rides once I find a bike for Jake. It's AWESOME for them!Jessyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06441870348048026971noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-35983404420462610882013-05-16T20:16:05.551-04:002013-05-16T20:16:05.551-04:00I know that you must be relieved to have the legal...I know that you must be relieved to have the legalities behind you. Those stink. Next week I will be beginning legalities with my ex-husband. Although all of the laws are in my favor, it's still not fun. Time for him to take some responsibility for his kids. It's been long enough.<br><br>So glad to see the kiddos on their "new" bikes! I know they must be loving the outside time.Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08053965057224582328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8289903924787320738.post-45399576148080734292013-05-16T19:23:02.426-04:002013-05-16T19:23:02.426-04:00Thanks, Rachel! I try to make time every day to ju...Thanks, Rachel! I try to make time every day to just "veg" a bit, usually outside on the hammock with my eyes closed, listening to the birds, and the kids occupied INSIDE. And ironically, I might have more Mama Time as visitation kicks in! We are looking forward to a "lazy summer" and I'm purposefully not scheduling a lot of extras.Jessyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06441870348048026971noreply@blogger.com