Nothin' Much.

That may seem boring to some people but not to the Rutledge household. We are blessedly doing nothing. We had a really busy September with the church play, that I was honored to be a part of, and all that goes into that sort of thing. The girls are both having an outstanding year so far and my little side business is doing okay.(advertisement, Halloween necklace and earring sets are on sale for $20 this month). We have been steadily coasting, now we just need to get little Layla's tonsils out, this is happening October 3rd. She is a little scared but I think the idea of a whole week off of school with nothing but ice cream is really starting to sound good. Pray for Mommy and Daddy though because those thirty minutes that she is in surgery will feel like four hours.
Well, hope all is going well for all of you that read this. I hope to update this more often but who knew when I quit working I would be busier than ever before?

Meetings, meetings, meetings!

I just got back from a, you guessed it, meeting. I went to my first parent volunteer meeting at Layla's school today. It felt so good to know that I would be available at my own leisure to help out in different ways around her school. I wish I had had that opportunity with Belle but I guess this is just one of those change offs. Anyway, big things happening this fall, first is our play at church, it's a two act play on September 16,17,18 and 19th. It's gonna be really good. Then, on October 3rd little Layla will be getting her tonsils and anoids out. Mommy can't wait!!! She will be able to sleep so much better. Mark your calendars for October 8th, that's Emma's Bayou Bash, take a look at "I'm Especially Fond of You" on my sidebar for more information about that and how you can help fight Batten's Disease.
That is all I have time to share right now but I will try and keep you posted! Oh! don't forget to check out my business blog, wwww.laylabellejunkinmytrunk.blogspot.com!

Zumba!

There is a new craze taking over the Rutledge home and it's Zumba! I have been at it for a solid two weeks and this marks the beginning of my third. Here is an example of one of the breakfasts that is showcased in the meal guide for Zumba, it was so pretty I had to take a picture of it before I ate it.

I'm so happy because both my girls and Anthony are so supportive. The girls have adopted some of the foods that I have been eating, for instance, toast with all natural peanut butter mixed with honey and sliced strawberries on top. They love this because they fix it themselves. I'm glad because I get to incorporate some healthy snack options in to their lunches for school. I will keep you posted on my journey to a better healthier body.

Almost August

At least that's how I'm looking at it these days. We have started practicing for a new play at our church and that means the time will fly. Since I wont be working outside of the home from now on I am really looking forward to some time spent with Anthony. We celebrated our 12th wedding anniversary yesterday, well "celebrated" is a strong word, we saw each other, watch a little T.V. together and then kissed each other good night. I think we are gonna try and catch a movie today some time. Hey, I will take what I can get, Anthony has been working so hard lately and the kids are right here with us, so maybe when we hit that 20th year we can rush off somewhere alone. aaahhh.
Anyway, my business is going good, a comfortable pace, hopefully it will really pick up once school starts. My sisters and I are still trying to make the "Open House" happen but it may just be bumped to September since August has already filled up. I told Belle that we (just me and her) would go school clothes shopping this Wednesday, I'm really excited, I love picking out clothes for my girls. I think I will shop for Layla because she's still at the stage of getting tired and bored.
Anyway, that's about all that has been cooking in this kitchen, I hope you enjoy the rest of your July- I mean, "almost August" and don't forget to check out LaylaBelle for some really neat teacher gifts!

July!

It's hot and my kids and (let's be honest) I am so bummed that we may not see fireworks this year. I mean, the mature mother in me understands that a small spark can cause a huge fire, I love Smokey the Bear, but what do we do on the 4th??? On the 3rd our church is having a huge picnic which was very successful last year and I have total faith that it will be again this year. If you don't have any plans stop by around 10:45 on Sunday.
Well, hopefully we will get a gusher before the 4th and miraculously get to witness the beautiful display of color that night.
Happy 4th of July from my house to yours!

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Changes

This month has been full of changes. First, my little Layla graduated Pre-School, then we get a new nephew and my baby Belle is on her way to camp and then 4th grade. Before I know it she will be driving off to college *sobbing*.
There have been big changes for me as well. I will no longer be working at Wee School but instead I will be working for myself (see sidebar for Laylabellejunkinmytrunk.blogspot.com) I've started an etsy.com store and will be planning a rather large "Open House" in August showcasing LaylaBelle's styles for the fall and winter months along with my two sisters and their own franchises. Amanda will be showing off some of her designer cookies and Michelle will be sharing her menu of meals she will be freezing and selling. It's gonna be fun but it also means lots of work on the home front.
That said, my posting of The Whimsical Woman may slow down a bit but PLEASE take a look at my sister blog www.laylabellejunkinmytrunk.blogspot.com to see what is new in the world of LaylaBelle