An Amusing Day...

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We took the kids to the amusement park on Monday. Aaron didn't feel like puking until after riding Goliath with Michael. That was at the end of the day, so the only ride he and Michael missed was Splash Water Falls. Aaron did manage to get soaked by standing at the observation deck. He was splashed 15 or 16 times. He was quite delighted and refreshed from the experience. We kept a steady pace with Eve along for her first trip to the park. She was so brave. She rode the Scream Machine, which I don't think I rode until I was eight or so. She said she loved it all and wanted to ride again. It was really cool to see Aaron keep her close for her first spin on the Dahlonega Mine Train. She was ecstatic after the ride came to a halt. The Mine Train is a family favorite. My all time favorite thing to do is bumper cars. We only did that one once, so the kids could do the different rides. Here are some photos and a short video:













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This book had quite a fascinating premise. I enjoy science fiction/time travel books. The unfortunate part was the story was infused with a rather large amount of base language and imagery. I suppose the primal nature of having to leave all of your clothing and anything else material behind when you time travel lends itself to that kind of personality. It was very off putting to me. I read about half of the book before I read the jacket with notes about the author. After reading her story and looking at her picture I had the impression I was reading a fantasy she had that put her as the central character. The basic plot of how the character/s moved through time was very interesting and I was curious how it would all play out. Overall, I would say that the plot was interesting, but a bit too raunchy for my tastes.



This is the third installment of the popular, young-adult, vampire series by Stephenie Meyer. The raw emotions and the teen angst make up the majority of this book. The werewolf vs. vampire turned allies was a good story. Teen hormones make decision making more than a bit difficult. So there is a lot of back and forth reasoning by each character. I like the series, but can never put it in the same caliber as J.K. Rowling's books to which they are constantly compared.
I'm currently 75th in line for Breaking Dawn, so we will see what is next for the trio.

Another cool music site...but different:

Michael found this amazing site that showcases the digital graphics and musical skills of some person who is trying to sell his dvd, but there are several sample videos of his work at Animusic. I warn you that these sample videos can be completely mesmerizing! Our kids were astounded by the exact timing and all of the funky instruments that were used. Check it out! FUN STUFF!

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NEWS OF THE WEIRD...in the Taylor home...
Noah has developed this double eye blink this week. I found it kind of annoying because it was like talking to Barbara Eden on crack (I Dream of Jeannie...that one), and I asked him to stop. He said he wasn't doing anything, but that his eyes were dry. For the last 3 days he has been doing this, so I started to worry about it today and pointed it out to Michael and we would watch him when he wasn't aware anyone was looking at him and there was that double blink. My first inclination was that it was a physical manifestation of the all out tantrums and bickering he has with Aaron. He cries so much from arguing with Aaron over Legos and any misspoken word that comes out of Noah's mouth...and trust me Noah doesn't back down wrong or right...that he has little pimples on his cheeks from the salty tears. We went to Six Flags this morning and the first chance Michael had, which was about 9:00pm he got on his laptop and looked up causes of "eye twitching" and this is what he foundBlepharospasm
. I have never heard of such a condition, but after reading the symptoms I was looking for Noah's photo on the website as a prime example. Here is an excerpt from the website: "Blepharospasm usually starts with abnormal or excessive blinking that is accompanied by general eye irritation. Early on, the excessive blinking may only occur as a result of being exposed to bright lights, being tired or if you are under a great deal of stress."

ARGH! as Charlie Brown would exclaim! It is good that school is starting soon, so the boys can have a break from each other for a bit each day. TOO SAD!

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On a lighter note two silly things from my kids:

I asked Noah to turn down the t.v. because the volume was up too high...Noah's response, "It's not as loud as it sounds".

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After Finishing her breakfast the other day Eve drills me on a few things:
"Mom, did you talk to Heavenly Father and say in the name of Jesus Christ? Did you remember Tommy and Teresa? Did you say thank you for the food?

I said, "Oh, I forgot to say the prayer over the food because I was on the phone talking to daddy. I'm sorry."

Eve's response: "Then you are out of the game, mommy!"

...I have to say she might be right! Boy howdy I got a good laugh from these two!

Have a great weekend folks!