The day started out with middle and me sitting at the computer together listening to Taylor Swift "Fairytale". I heard it on the radio the other day and thought she would like it (of course what was I thinking- she already knew half the words- at all of 5 yrs old). Today was our anniversary. And, he was actually in town to share it with, although he had to squeeze me into his busy phone call schedule. But we had a super fun AM together. Had sitter for baby, hit starbucks, did some holiday shopping, had my fav nordy lunch. all was great.
3pm- big kids home.
Me: "how was your day?"
Son: "really bad"
Me: "what happened"
Because of his privacy I will not share all the deets with you. But because I am me and need to vent I will share bits and pieces. Turns out he didn't do so well on a math something or other. Problem #1. Then they had a sub bus driver who was mean and nasty and yelled the whole ride home. Problem #2. Then, we couldn't figure out how to do his math homework. Problem #3. Yes, I said "we" because I do not freaking understand how they are teaching math to kids these days. It is really annoying. He was getting confused and not making sense and I had no earthly idea what to tell him. Problem #4. Spent the next 30 mintues back at his school with his teacher showing him (me) how to do it- with baby girl in tow. Thank goodness contestant #2 had a playdate. While I get it now, I do not get the significance of it, nor why they decided to teach it this way instead of the way all of us parents were taught. Heaven forbid it should be easy to help your child with his homework. I just feel badly that my son is learning at such a young age that I am not perfect. I thought my mom knew everything and was perfect until very recently (sheltered, perhaps, but I enjoyed it that way).
Speaking of, my awesome mom brought us in sushi for dinner for our anniversry since my son had his first bball practice tonight. I was glad he got to run around and have a good time this evening! He deserved it today.
Girls showered themselves and played cutely together before bed. I am overjoyed that miss cry myself to sleep was feeling back to herself tonight. I would have been so upset to miss the nightly routine for multiple nights in a row. If I remember correctly, the repitore tonight was her yelling at me to get my jammies on (yep, I was still in my day clothes at 7 PM tonight- late for me you know), and then the roll call of who was going to close their eyes and go nite nite too. The boys being gone at practice threw her off a bit. Definitely a creature of habit that one. -and unfortunately not all good ones.
So, today was, just a day. Not great, not awful. Just a day. Glad I have my hubby home tonight.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Monday, November 29, 2010
Tales of Telemarketing
STOP CALLING ME! Stop calling me during dinner. Stop calling me during bedtime. Stop calling me on Sat AM. STOP IT STOP IT STOP IT!! WTF happened to the damn do not call registry???? Sheesh. It is enough. So freakin annoying. I've actually started having my kids anwser the phone when they call- sure works to make them hang up faster. I don't have enough time in my 24 hour day to talk on the phone to my own flippin friends, let alone some random stranger trying to sell me crap at the worst time possible. AAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!
I feel better now. Moving on.
1. No crying at bedtime. Why you ask? That brings me to....
2. Baby spiked 101.8 fever tonight... I'm blaming it on the "germiest" place on earth.
3. Kind of missed my nighttime entertainment. (Perhaps because its sad that she doesn't feel well).
4. Anniversary is tomorrow. Yay us. 80 years and still going strong.. lol. 8... but feels like 80.
5. Love you hubby boy.
I feel better now. Moving on.
1. No crying at bedtime. Why you ask? That brings me to....
2. Baby spiked 101.8 fever tonight... I'm blaming it on the "germiest" place on earth.
3. Kind of missed my nighttime entertainment. (Perhaps because its sad that she doesn't feel well).
4. Anniversary is tomorrow. Yay us. 80 years and still going strong.. lol. 8... but feels like 80.
5. Love you hubby boy.
Tales of craziness
Anyone else scared of their December calendar?? I am just wondering how much we can all cram into one little month. 1/12 of the year. 31 days. really? Gonna be busy, better start increasing my caffeine intake now. I sense a lot of nights up past 8:30.
Last night when tucking the angel baby in bed, she screamed, only for a few minutes "Daddy, I need to tell you something", so of course I made him go in and she said, "I tired Daddy, I going nite nite too". Love the commentary sweetie, but if you could just shut up and go right to sleep we'd all be much happier.
Of course this AM the jerk of a kitty cat that my children absolutely adore and missed horribly while we were away, stood at her door at 4:50 and meowed until she woke up. I swear they both hate me.
A great person told me about a documentary that just came out about how we (crazy parents) are pushing our children too hard in school, in activities, in life... to be the best, to do the most, to be the brightest.. blah blah blah.. pretty much what I mentioned that I despised (yet get caught up in) in a previous post. Anyhow, I gathered a group of other crazy gals (just kidding) and we are going to view this movie on Thursday night. I am super excited and think it is going to be a very eye opening experience. From watching the trailer, it has given me high hopes of changing society and the way we treat and push and compare our kids. But sadly, I know, it is a fierce cycle that one documentary will never undo. A girl can dream though, can't she??
In case you are interested, it is offering screenings across the country! For free!! Yay free,, gotta love me some free stuff! Especially this time of year. Whoa, those presents sure do add up don't they?
Here is the link: Let me know whatcha think.
http://www.racetonowhere.com/
P.S. My entire downstairs smells like pine.......... LOVE IT. As crazy as it may be, this really is the most wonderful time of the year.
Last night when tucking the angel baby in bed, she screamed, only for a few minutes "Daddy, I need to tell you something", so of course I made him go in and she said, "I tired Daddy, I going nite nite too". Love the commentary sweetie, but if you could just shut up and go right to sleep we'd all be much happier.
Of course this AM the jerk of a kitty cat that my children absolutely adore and missed horribly while we were away, stood at her door at 4:50 and meowed until she woke up. I swear they both hate me.
A great person told me about a documentary that just came out about how we (crazy parents) are pushing our children too hard in school, in activities, in life... to be the best, to do the most, to be the brightest.. blah blah blah.. pretty much what I mentioned that I despised (yet get caught up in) in a previous post. Anyhow, I gathered a group of other crazy gals (just kidding) and we are going to view this movie on Thursday night. I am super excited and think it is going to be a very eye opening experience. From watching the trailer, it has given me high hopes of changing society and the way we treat and push and compare our kids. But sadly, I know, it is a fierce cycle that one documentary will never undo. A girl can dream though, can't she??
In case you are interested, it is offering screenings across the country! For free!! Yay free,, gotta love me some free stuff! Especially this time of year. Whoa, those presents sure do add up don't they?
Here is the link: Let me know whatcha think.
http://www.racetonowhere.com/
P.S. My entire downstairs smells like pine.......... LOVE IT. As crazy as it may be, this really is the most wonderful time of the year.
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Tales of Disney World!!
Did you guess it?? We were in Disney for Thanksgiving. We had a fabulous time, however it is super exhausting!!! I am a huge people watcher, so it was a blast for me to sit down while baby was napping in the stroller and just watch the crowd. Like I mentioned yesterday, Disney is the "Happiest Place on Earth" which I get because it is truly amazing for all ages, however, it is quite ironic that everyone is frantic running from ride to ride to beat the lines, kids crying, parents arguing, etc.. just made me laugh really. The happiest place is also a loony bin. My all time favorite people watching moment was when an adult woman with her children in tow walked by in a shirt that said "I heart my boyfriend" on it- in different colors- all around the entire shirt. Just had to laugh at that.
Kids had a blast! Baby girl (who is right now watching Mickey Mouseclub house, while holding, mickey, minnie, daisy and donald minis in her hand) was in pure heaven. She was in a little bit of shock the first day or so screaming "Dat (that) Mickey right there" but she was an absolute tropper running around everywhere and loving every minute. I think we might have created more of a Mickey monster in her.. if that is even possible.
Our oldest still is my Disney boy. Doubt he will ever outgrow it. He loved every single minute. He could have just ridden the Disney bus and the monorail for 4 days and been just as happy. However, he likes to think new things are not going to be fun before we try them and then has a blast. Have I mentioned that annoys the crap out of me? I hate having arguments before we get somewhere unfamiliar to him about him not wanting to go, and then him loving it. I had always heard the Hoop Dee Doo Review was amazing and wanted to try it, so we were on the ferry to get to the campground and he complains that it is going to be boring. I started getting that warm feeling creeping up again that wanted to scream at him, but I held it together, mainly because we were on a very crowded boat and I didn't want to be one of the parents at the happiest place on earth yelling at their child. (Well, at least not in front of anyone) Needless to say he was cracking up the entire time, loved the food and said it was one of his most favorite parts of the whole trip! I highly reccomend it. But, why must they assume and complain about every little single thing before trying it???? It really is a drain of time and energy.
Dear Mom,
If I complained about new fun things before trying them and then actually had the very best time and loved it, I apologize. How annoying I must have been, I mean, if I ever did that. IF.
Love,
me
My middle princess (who claims to not like the princesses anymore) was super excited to see them and hug them. She is so fun to watch. Her face just lights up and it is precious. I have to say, I feel she is at an age where MGM, or whatever they call it now, didn't have to much for her to enjoy. She hung in and had fun though.. with a little gift shopping help from Super Nanny. It was priceless to watch all the kids (especially the big two) laughing and playing and spending time together having fun. What a great break from every day life.
Thanksgiving we had lunch with the princesses in Norway (sounds funny) and then dinner at Chef Mickey. What a fun and busy day. I have to say however, I actually missed being home a bit and cooking the turkey and watching the Macy's day parade. I know, it was me who wanted a break from the traditional T-Day, but I honestly missed it, a lot. I guess that is was traditions are all about. I love spending the day with the fam, watching TV (even football) in the warm, yummy smelling house. Cooking with my mom, relaxing, kids playing with visiting family. It used to bother me that it took 5 + hours to prepare a meal that is gobbled down in 10 minutes, but not anymore. Not planning on missing that one again for a while. Plus, I missed black friday with my favorite shopping partner. Never again.
Car rides weren't too tortureous. I know you all love my spelling. Kids were great most of the ride, but got a little rowdy after about 5 hours. Me too. It's so hard to sit for that long. Have you ever seen a movie where the family is road tripping together and the baby is being loud (either crying or singing) and the bigger kids in the back seat are laughing and playing loudly, very loudly? Well, that was us! We were the Griswalds. Sure beats spending thousands of $$ on plane rides. Especially now that they practically rape you at the gate.
Enough for now. Must switch loads. 2 down, one to go.
Hope you had a great holiday weekend too!
Kids had a blast! Baby girl (who is right now watching Mickey Mouseclub house, while holding, mickey, minnie, daisy and donald minis in her hand) was in pure heaven. She was in a little bit of shock the first day or so screaming "Dat (that) Mickey right there" but she was an absolute tropper running around everywhere and loving every minute. I think we might have created more of a Mickey monster in her.. if that is even possible.
Our oldest still is my Disney boy. Doubt he will ever outgrow it. He loved every single minute. He could have just ridden the Disney bus and the monorail for 4 days and been just as happy. However, he likes to think new things are not going to be fun before we try them and then has a blast. Have I mentioned that annoys the crap out of me? I hate having arguments before we get somewhere unfamiliar to him about him not wanting to go, and then him loving it. I had always heard the Hoop Dee Doo Review was amazing and wanted to try it, so we were on the ferry to get to the campground and he complains that it is going to be boring. I started getting that warm feeling creeping up again that wanted to scream at him, but I held it together, mainly because we were on a very crowded boat and I didn't want to be one of the parents at the happiest place on earth yelling at their child. (Well, at least not in front of anyone) Needless to say he was cracking up the entire time, loved the food and said it was one of his most favorite parts of the whole trip! I highly reccomend it. But, why must they assume and complain about every little single thing before trying it???? It really is a drain of time and energy.
Dear Mom,
If I complained about new fun things before trying them and then actually had the very best time and loved it, I apologize. How annoying I must have been, I mean, if I ever did that. IF.
Love,
me
My middle princess (who claims to not like the princesses anymore) was super excited to see them and hug them. She is so fun to watch. Her face just lights up and it is precious. I have to say, I feel she is at an age where MGM, or whatever they call it now, didn't have to much for her to enjoy. She hung in and had fun though.. with a little gift shopping help from Super Nanny. It was priceless to watch all the kids (especially the big two) laughing and playing and spending time together having fun. What a great break from every day life.
Thanksgiving we had lunch with the princesses in Norway (sounds funny) and then dinner at Chef Mickey. What a fun and busy day. I have to say however, I actually missed being home a bit and cooking the turkey and watching the Macy's day parade. I know, it was me who wanted a break from the traditional T-Day, but I honestly missed it, a lot. I guess that is was traditions are all about. I love spending the day with the fam, watching TV (even football) in the warm, yummy smelling house. Cooking with my mom, relaxing, kids playing with visiting family. It used to bother me that it took 5 + hours to prepare a meal that is gobbled down in 10 minutes, but not anymore. Not planning on missing that one again for a while. Plus, I missed black friday with my favorite shopping partner. Never again.
Car rides weren't too tortureous. I know you all love my spelling. Kids were great most of the ride, but got a little rowdy after about 5 hours. Me too. It's so hard to sit for that long. Have you ever seen a movie where the family is road tripping together and the baby is being loud (either crying or singing) and the bigger kids in the back seat are laughing and playing loudly, very loudly? Well, that was us! We were the Griswalds. Sure beats spending thousands of $$ on plane rides. Especially now that they practically rape you at the gate.
Enough for now. Must switch loads. 2 down, one to go.
Hope you had a great holiday weekend too!
Saturday, November 27, 2010
tales of a road trip
Yep..we went away for Thanksgiving...my hubby requested I not write that while we were gone...so here I am sitting in the car for another 7 hour car ride home. It's a good thing I have plenty of time to organize my thoughts for you to read. I will leave you with a taste of what's to come. Can you guess where we were?
1. Parents arguing... Everywhere
2. Kids crying
3. Siblings fighting
4. Crowds
5. Long lines
6. Amazing family time
7. Much fun
8. Great memories
9. 500 Pics
I'll post tonight or tomorrow during my 5 loads of laundry. I missed you. Hope you missed me too!
1. Parents arguing... Everywhere
2. Kids crying
3. Siblings fighting
4. Crowds
5. Long lines
6. Amazing family time
7. Much fun
8. Great memories
9. 500 Pics
I'll post tonight or tomorrow during my 5 loads of laundry. I missed you. Hope you missed me too!
Monday, November 22, 2010
Tales of Eating
Ever had one of those days where all you do is eat? Please say yes, please say yes. I do not want to be alone in this one. Anyway, today is that day for me. Maybe I am storing up for the winter, or trying to stretch my belly for the holiday meals ahead, I do not know what it is, but I just can't stop. Good n Plenty, crackers, carrots, lollipops, caramel popcorn, cheese, to just name a few. I am literally standing either in front of the fridge or in front of the pantry- staring in to carefully choose my next edible victim. Sheesh, I need my kids to come home from school and save me from the kitchen!!!! HELP!!!!!
On a more serious note, one of my best friends moms had a heart attack last night.
1. Please keep her and her family in your prayers
2. Please keep in mind how delicate and precious life is
3. Please be thankful every moment for the good things in your life and try not to dwell on the bad (much easier said than done, but so very important).
So obviously, without needing to be said, today I am thankful for the health of my family and friends. I am also thankful for the doctors and nurses taking care of my friends mom.
On a more serious note, one of my best friends moms had a heart attack last night.
1. Please keep her and her family in your prayers
2. Please keep in mind how delicate and precious life is
3. Please be thankful every moment for the good things in your life and try not to dwell on the bad (much easier said than done, but so very important).
So obviously, without needing to be said, today I am thankful for the health of my family and friends. I am also thankful for the doctors and nurses taking care of my friends mom.
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Tales of a 2 year old dictator
The little control freak has turned into a dictator. Once again, I just tucked her in and the night time entertainment has begun.
"Mommy go put your jammies on". "Mommy you go put your jammies on now!" (about 20 times). Seriously, who does she think she is telling me when to get my jammies on. Truth is, I typically have my jammies on already when I do tuck her in, so I guess she called me out on it, but it still cracks me up.
Now she has moved on to saying:
"Mommy you going potty? No? Me either, I going back to sleep".
"Daddy you going potty? No? Me either, I going back to sleep".
"Kitty cat....etc..."
Wow, silence already.. impressive little darling.
My thanks for today:
1. my big kids not caring about #3 being a dictator
2. another beautiful day with my fam
3. great chinese food
4. my middle looking so damn cute in her first pair of jeans ever!!
"Mommy go put your jammies on". "Mommy you go put your jammies on now!" (about 20 times). Seriously, who does she think she is telling me when to get my jammies on. Truth is, I typically have my jammies on already when I do tuck her in, so I guess she called me out on it, but it still cracks me up.
Now she has moved on to saying:
"Mommy you going potty? No? Me either, I going back to sleep".
"Daddy you going potty? No? Me either, I going back to sleep".
"Kitty cat....etc..."
Wow, silence already.. impressive little darling.
My thanks for today:
1. my big kids not caring about #3 being a dictator
2. another beautiful day with my fam
3. great chinese food
4. my middle looking so damn cute in her first pair of jeans ever!!
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