So this week we had your everyday stuff, but also Nick got ready for his Valentine party at school. Jared came home from school and his teacher said that fifth graders don't really do Valentine's parties, but I think she changed her mind, cause they are going to make cards in class and have snacks. I had a couple jewelry orders to fill, some cute Valentine bracelets for a girl scout troop, and some earrings for a friend. I also made some ROCKING earrings if I do say so myself ha ha.  Thursday the boys had a sleep over, I know on a school night? But we were helping out a friend and her son goes to school with the boys, so it works out. Jared has started up pottery at school, and is really enjoying it. He goes once a week after school till 4:30. The Art teacher was only going to allow 10 kids on a first come first serve bases (he also teaches art at other schools), but he had such a great response, he could not say no to the kids so instead of 10 he has 40! We just signed Nicklas up for spring soccer, I think he will do really well, cause the child doesn't walk any where.  John and I will be going to a meeting on this next Wednesday for a performing arts middle school for Jared. It would be better than the regular school, the reg middle school  is pretty rough and I just don't feel good about sending him there. But the Arts middle school is like a lottery, they put in all the applications and draw the kids out... so we'll see. If you all would keep that in your prayers that would be great! John had Friday off and we had plans to go out and have fun, but a little flu bug had other plans for my honey, but at least he got a three day weekend, to try and get over it. Some of the ladies got together and started a game night once a month. Tonight was the first night, it was a lot of fun! Although I came home to two sick guys :( but I'm hoping with some rest, fluids and a little tlc, they will be back up and around in no time. More to come...