HELP!!! In a Pickle

There is a guy from High School that befriended me on Facebook.

I remembered him from high school, and so I accepted his friend request.

I was unaware that at some point after high school he joined the LDS church, or I was unaware that he was a member. Regardless, he has since "dis-joined" the church, and apparently has some VERY harsh feelings about it.

He is constantly posting anti-Mormon stuff on his facebook page, which then appears on my page...to read.

It came to a head for me this weekend when he was posting his commentary of the General Conference talks, and calling the Leaders really horrible names. Things that would be equal to Sinead O' Connor riping the Popes picture on SNL.

I am thinking I need to block him. The only reason why I haven't just blocked him is that he knows I am a Mormon. I don't want to fuel his fire. (He has posted pictures of his lawn where someone had spray painted "apostate" on it.) I am worried that if he found out I blocked him then he could/would use my de-friending him on facebook as further ammunition against the "bigoted" Mormons. I think what he is doing is horrifying. It would be horrifying if he were doing it to any religion, it just happens to be mine. I am also upset because much of what he is saying is half truth mixed with many lies and inuendo.There is also no one out there standing up against what he is saying. I would, but I don't know if that would be helpful, and I don't want to be sucked into his hate vortex. I also wonder if he is trying to bait me into saying something. ( But, that could just be my Pride.)

So, should I block him? Should I send him a message and block him? or Should I ignore it and leave it alone?

I don't know why this is such a pickle of an issue for me.

Metrosexual

This morning, after his shower, I found Logan ( my 4 year old) doing this:after he decided he was done stylin' his do

he looked in the mirror and said,"That looks crazy...I'm a rock star!"

and all I could say was, "Yes son, you are!"

First Day of The Last Year of Elementary.......

I can't believe that my Sierra is in the 5th grade. It feels as though this,

has become this overnight.But, at least she hasn't started taking herself too seriously.

Sierra is/was so excited to start this new year. She has many new and exciting things planned for this year, and we are so excited for her.

Sierra is attending a brand- spanking new school this year. She will be the first "graduating" 5th grade class from this school, which is pretty cool. They are also a "green" school. This means that they have rain "silos"to catch rain to use for landscaping, they have those "green" toilets, as well as a few other "green" features. It really is beautiful. The kids apparently took this "green" thing to heart because the first day of school looked like this:Bikes EVERYWHERE!!!

I heard today that they are installing 3 more bike racks. That is 6 bike racks for a school that only has 530 kids in it. That is pretty impressive.

We are so proud of you Sierra!

Now stop lounging, and get to work! :)

LOVE YOU!!!

Dearest......

Dearest Huggies, Luvs, and Pampers,

We here at the Ostler house would just like to inform you that we will no longer be needing your services.

You see, we have finally convinced Logan of the benefits of the toilet, and he seems to have grasped those benefits and stepped out into grown-up land.

We are happy to report that he is enjoying himself and his new found official "big boy" status, and we are enjoying the lack of diapers, butt paste, and lingering "stinkiness".

I am sure that you have questions about the methods used to convince Logan to start using the toilet, or what magical "6 week" period transpired that convinced him that he should commence toilet usage.

We understand this inquiry as your relationship with Logan was a special one, and we are sure that you will be pleased to know that Logan did not suddenly decide that "6 weeks" had come and gone. Logan's loyalty to you was steadfast to the end.

The decision was in fact ours. We, as his parents, simply employed the "you have no more diapers, you have to use the toilet" method. We are pleased to say that there was one "almost accident," and then he was using that toilet like a pro.

It was in that moment that we realized that we could have parted ways much sooner. We regret the decision to have kept you on as long as we did, for we fear that the suddenness of this loss may hit you all rather hard. Trust that was never our intention, and please accept our deepest of apologies. We know how much you all care for Logan, and we trust that you will understand that Logan is growing up and it is time for him to move on.

Know that we were beyond pleased with your services and we will be happy to send our strongest of recommendations to anyone requesting your employ.

Take care, and once again Thank You, for your many years of unfaltering service.

Sincerely,

The Ostlers

Oh! Somebody Had a Birthday....

Our little man, Logan, had his 4th birthday on Sunday! I can't believe my baby is 4! Time truly has flown by!

Logan had a great couple of "birthdays", as we celebrated his birthday on both Saturday and Sunday this year.

Saturday we went to Chuck E Cheese with my parents who were in town, played games, and ate pizza! We then came home and ate cake.

For at least 3 months Logan has been asking for a Pirate, Willy (killer whale) cake. About 3 weeks ago Thomas the Train was added to the list. 3x a week I would be reminded that he wanted a Pirate/ Willy/ Thomas cake. My Mom and I got creative and I think it turned out pretty awesome. We used a pre-made ice cream cake ( family tradition) and added a few things.....

while eating his cake Logan spontaneously exclaimed, " This is a GREAT party!" We apparently got his approval.

Sunday we decorated and opened gifts from the family, and made Great Grandpa Coomb's waffles for Logan's special brithday lunch.

Logan spent the rest of the day enjoying his presents:

and His first big boy bike: " His rattlesnake bike" that he picked out all by himself.Yesterday, we decided to go to Sea World. We had a blast and Logan decided to spend some of the money that Great Grandpa and Great Grandma Coombs sent him on this:

I had to sneak and take this picture of him playing "Sea World" with his new Big Willy and Sierra's whale trainer Barbie.

Is anyone who reads this blog really surprised?

Logan had a great birthday and we are so blessed to have him in our family.

Logan is hilarious and says the funniest things.

Logan is quiet, we often think he is not interested or not listening to what is going on but then he will pipe in with the funniest or smartest thing to add to the conversation or the situation. He is absolutely aware and in tune with everything that happens around him. He keeps us on our toes!

Logan is our dare devil. He is willing to ride any ride, jump from any height, or try any new trick his daddy would like to try.

Logan is a snuggler.

Logan is a tender heart, and a comforter.

Logan does not feel tenderness or feels the need to comfort his nemesis; Pele the cat.

Logan loves Killer Whales.

Logan loves to Swim.

Logan loves Chocolate Milk and Yogurt.

Logan loves trains, and Mighty Machines.

Logan love Team Umi Zumi, Thomas the Train, and Fireman Sam

Logan loves his friends, Bailey, Aiden, Landon, and Lyndsey,Olivia, and Anna.

Logan loves his family.

and
We Love Logan!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LOGAN! WE LOVE YOU!

A Good Investment

Anyone else feeling like they should have invested in Kleenex before this movie came out?

I bawled like a baby.

It was one of those "I am trying not to audibly sob in the theater" cries.

I was embarrassed.

Until I saw everyone else when the lights went on.

Then I realized that this movie was just that good.

Paul and I discussed it for a while after... we still talk about it.

We still tear up.

If you haven't seen it, see it.

But, take some Kleenex.

The Upside Down Show - Udder Chaos and The Happy Fly Ditty

This is my new favorite show to watch with Sierra and Logan. It is on Noggin (nickjr.) and it is called "The Upside Down Show!"

We all know that we enjoy Dora, Diego, and Wow Wow Wubbzy for the 30 minutes of peace they afford us to do the dishes, fold laundry, or cook dinner! But, if we are going to be honest we would never sit down and watch them. Well, I sit down and watch this show with my kids. It is delightful, and hilarious!

I will admit that it is not every one's humor, it is a little slap-sticky ( i just made that up), but it is also quick witted and smart.

Anyway, here is a video I found of The Upside Down Show on YouTube. If you can, watch through or fast forward to the fly-ditty at 1:39! Note: They are trying to cheer up their fly friend! One of my favorites!