Movie Report

Nancy, Margaret and I went to the Alamo Drafthouse on South Lamar today for a viewing of Mama Mia.  It was a BLAST!!  I'd seen the movie before but not at the Drafthouse and not with such fun ladies.  I promise - it's a whole different experience.  The only sad part was that there were so few of us.  Hopefully we can do this again and have more in attendance.

Dinner and a Movie

Anyone interested, some of us ladies are getting together next Wednesday, August 27, for lunch and a movie. We're going to see Mama Mia!  Call me if you're interest in joining us.  

Book Club for September

If you enjoyed the Last Jihad, you'll love the Last Days - at least that's what Maripat tells us.  I can't wait to read it.  When I'm done I'll gladly loan it out.  I plan to order it on CD as well if anyone would rather listen during drive time, or sitting by the pool.  Just let me know.

August Bunco/Book Club

We had a blast tonight at Book Club/Bunco.  If  you were not able to come, you really missed out.  Maripat cooked enchiladas and yummy brownies with oreo pieces in them.  She made watermelon lemonade that was wonderful, and has the perfect set up for Bunco - a table that divided into two!  We were set.  We enjoyed each other, welcomed fist comers, and even the cat got into the act - you can see him sitting at the head table in one of the photos.  

Next month Nancy has offered her home and we are reading the next in the series that started with this month's book - The Last Days.  I'll bet back to you with the exact date/time.

I have to wonder - why isn't Sheri in any of these pictures?  I'm going to have to make sure to catch her next time.

Pre-wash, or not?

My daughter and I had a discussion on the pros and cons of prewashing dishes before loading them into the dishwasher.  We agree that it's a waste of time and energy and water.  I got to thinking that we may be just lazy - so I did the research and found over 24,000 sites that say don't pre-wash.  Yipeee.  

One site:  http://oklahoma4h.okstate.edu/scitech/4h2o/dirtydishes.pdf   really shows just how much water is wasted by pre-washing.  Now I feel so much better about loading them dirty - they get just as clean.  Now if I only found a site that says to leave dishes on the counter for a week first......  Or maybe I need another dog.

Neighborhood Cans for Kids drive

We've got some really great kids in the neighborhood who want  your aluminum cans.  Pierce and Perry will collect your cans every Sunday evening if you leave them by the end of your drive - or call them for personalized pick-up at 689-1024.   These enterprising young folks will donate a portion of the proceeds from recycling our cans to charity.  What a great chance to encourage our kids and help the planet at the same time.  

Opportunity one of our neighbors - - - -

Remember When You 

....left all your groceries  in the cart to escort a tantruming toddler to the car?

...woke up in the night to teething pains or nightmares?

... uttered a phrase like, "Don't stick that in yur nose?"

...literally cried over the 3rd  meal involving spilled milk that day?

...called everyone you knew when your child finally used the toilet for its designated use?

Remember how good it felt to know you weren't alone?

Would you consider being an encouragement to moms who are still in the thick of the preschool days?

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) Dripping Springs:  2nd Fridays of each month,  8:45 - 11:15a.m., (Sept 12, Oct 10, Nov 14, Dec 12, Jan 9, Feb 13, March 13, April 17, May 8),    at the Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit.  We need moms (or women) like you, who've been there, done that, and lived to tell the tale!  Or maybe you've never "been there" but you love children, just the same!  Could you come hold a baby or sing and read with a 2 year old, or play with glitter glue with a preschooler while some moms get a chance to defuse and breathe?  Even one time  would be a HUGE help!

to volunteer or to get more information, contact:

Natalie McAden  732-0371  nmcaden@mcadencumby.com