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To My Son (My Silent Strength)

By JM PerezJuly 26, 20132 min read1.1K views

“You have filled my heart with great joy. It is greater than the joy of people who have lots of grain and fresh wine.” ― Psalm 4:7 (NIRV)

I woke up feeling thankful this morning. Perhaps it had something to do with the sun streaming through the windows or the sweet sound of my Son’s voice echoing through the house. He turned 6 today and remembered we promised to take him to a fun place. It’s amazing how one simple action can change so much …

He is the complete opposite of his Sister: he is calm while she is feisty and together they form the perfect and inseparable pair. He is the one who literally kept me safe and sane while I was pregnant with his Sister. I remember and I will cherish those moments forever. He is handsome, respectful, mindful, smart, determined, a storyteller and an artist. He loves Muscle Cars (which he collects) and has been drawing since the age of two and a half.

Being a Mother has affected everything in my life. It has made me more productive, a better achiever, a better wife (mother, daughter, sister, friend, neighbor, a better somebody) as well as a happier and positive person. I thank God everyday for giving me such a generous and ever so sweet Child.

“Learning who our children are and shaping who they will become is one of the most rewarding and ultimate pleasures of parenting.” ― Joan Ambu

I’m so grateful to you, my Child, for everything you add into my life. I cannot imagine life without you. You have taught me so much with your innocence and generosity. I’ve been blessed in so many ways because of you. I hope you grow up to become a positive force in the Universe. You are my little boy who isn’t so little anymore. May your star shines forever as we do our best to raise you in a safe and loving home.

God bless you on your special day.

We Love You Tremendously,
Mom, Dad & Sister ♥

“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.” ― Numbers 6:24-26 (NIV)

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DIY: Grass Pet {Making Shoes}

By JM PerezJuly 18, 20131 min read594 views

A week and a half ago we decorated my Son’s Grass Head Pet.

After watering it and placing it on the kitchen window sill for some warm Sun light, it grew its first hair six days later. Today we spotted two more tiny hairs underneath and above its nose. We gave it some feet/shoes.

Materials/Tools Needed:

Scissors
Craft glue, Hot glue gun
Toilet Paper roll, Craft Paper, Card Board (for the shoe)
Pencil, Permanent Marker (to draw and decorate the shoes)
Small Ice Cream/Yogurt container or Toilet Paper Roll (for the body)

How to proceed:

Squeeze the toilet paper roll to make it flat. If you are using craft paper, fold the paper in two
Using a Pencil, draw a foot or shoe on one side of the toilet paper roll or the craft paper
Use your scissors to cut around your drawing (you will end up with a set of foot or shoe)
Use your Hot glue gun to glue the shoes/feet to the bottom of your body.

On my next update I will show you how to make an outfit for the Grass Pet.

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DIY: Grass Pet

By JM PerezJuly 7, 20132 min read621 views

For Earth Day, my son was given a round shaped pantyhose filled with sod and grass seed. All he had to do was place it next to a window for some warm Sun light, water and watch it grow. I stored it somewhere in the Patio and forgot about it until this morning. It’s a really fun and easy activity for kids and adults alike. This Grass Pet is almost similar to the Chia Pet, remember those?

Today, we will turn this plain round shaped ball of sod and grass seeds into a cute face.

Materials/Tools Needed:

Pantyhose, Socks, Nylon stockings
Scissors (to cut the pantyhose)
Grass Seeds
Potting Mix
Small Ice Cream and Yogurt container or Toilet Paper Roll (for the body)
Spray Paint (for the body)
Painter’s Tape (if you’re not planning to paint the container)
Chenille Stems, Googly Eyes, Permanent marker, yarn (for the eyes and mouth)
Thread to fasten the nose.
Craft Paper (to design the outfit for the body)
Craft glue, Hot glue gun
Bowl and Water

How to proceed:

Mix the soil and grass seed together
Fill the pantyhose, shaping it into a ball and then tie off the open end (leaving enough material for the nose).
Grab a bit of the stocking with some dirt and twist it to shape the nose. Use some thread to fasten it.
Start decorating your grass pet whichever way you want
Place it in a bowl, water daily, sit back and watch it grow.

Grass Pet Face. — *Grass Pet Face with Body.*

How about some Shoes for your Grass Pet? Click here.
I hope you enjoy making your own Grass Pet and watching the hair grow.

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Last Day of School & Saying Goodbye

By JM PerezMay 30, 20131 min read503 views

Ivan & Mrs. Cindy Wismer. — *Ivan & Mrs. Cindy Wismer, Teacher.*

Today was the last day of school at Cottonwood Elementary.

It’s been a bittersweet day for some of us parents.
We listened to a heartfelt speech by one of the Kindergarten teachers and watched a beautiful slideshow presentation of all the children activities during the school year.

I, for one, am happy that School is over because my Son can now enjoy the holidays and work on some of his projects. At the same time, I know that he is constantly looking forward to go to school and learn new things.

It’s been a great school year for my little boy. He exceeded everyone’s expectations. I am grateful that he was assigned an awesome teacher at the start of his school year. A woman so loving, helpful, encouraging and who shows patience to all. A woman who has given him the tools to advance in life, to reach out for his goals and nurtured self-confidence in him. These are all priceless and I am thankful.

Mrs. Wismer has been teaching for 35 years and this was her first and last year at Cottonwood Elementary as she is now retiring.

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Nerd Day at School

By JM PerezMay 13, 20131 min read841 views

The week of May 13th through May 17th, is the start of Spirit Week at my Son’s school. Today was Nerd Day.

We had such a wonderful weekend at home, celebrating Mother’s Day weekend and doing all the fun things we enjoy that we completely forgot to stop by Party City to buy a pair of nerd glasses for my son. We saved the day by quickly remembering that both my husband and me sported huge prescription glasses once upon a time. After locating the glasses, my husband decided to use one of his and modify it to fit our son’s little face perfectly (and oh, boy! The little dude was thrilled. He wanted a mohawk hairstyle, but his hair was just too curly).

Materials/Tools Needed	Step by step
A Pair of Nerd Glasses Tiny Screwdriver Pliers Spray Paint	Use a tiny screwdriver to open the frame and remove the lenses For smaller kids, use some Pliers to bend the temple tips (so it wraps behind the ears) Adjust the nose pads so they don’t scrape the nose bridge Spray paint and let it dry

With approximately three more weeks to go until Summer vacations, my kindergartener is so excited about the fun activities his teacher has organized for them. It’s going to be a fun-filled week with lots of laughter and cheers and I am looking forward to making these moments memorable and lifting up his spirit.

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