Been busy with life lately. Just got back from an amazing vacation to San Diego. I started to go back to college taking two classes, (which is plenty). I enjoy both of them and my goal is to finish the semester regardless of grade! Also, I've been working at the Junior High more. In the last two weeks, I've been there 4 times as a sub in the office.
Wednesday was my birthday. It was one of the best birthday's ever. My husband is wonderful and I love him so much. Sometimes, I worry or feel like he is not as thoughtful and then he pulls off wonderful, and thoughtful things...like making my birthday beyond special! He got me a super cool camera for my birthday this year. Which is wonderful as I have started a new project...(planned on this for about a month now). I plan to photo document my whole 34th year. I started a blog on this, (When I'm 34). The camera will make this project so much more fun!
Friday, February 6, 2009
Friday, January 16, 2009
Reflecting
Last night, I was thinking...I know...not a good thing! But, I was thinking about the direction my life is headed, where I am now, and what has happened in the past. I was watching my family and I suddenly felt so blessed and thankful for what I have!
I have two wonderful boys who really try to be good, who are smart and healthy, and who love and look up to us! I have a wonderful husband who always trys to make me happy, who works hard to make sure we all have what we need, and who is a wonderful father to his children. My husband acts all tough and sometimes a little selfish around other people...but when it comes to us or his friends, he will bend over backwards. I have a house...our own house. I inwardly complain about it all the time...its too small, it needs work, its not as fancy as other's houses. But, all in all, this is a good house with a good sized back yard...and we have a house that we can afford! Some people are losing their homes! I am fortunate to be able to stay home with my kids. Not many parents in our area have that luxury! Because my husband works so much, I am here for my kids. I complain about it, but really, how lucky am I! When I worked, I wished I could stay home. Now that I am staying at home, I wish I could work. I never seem to be happy...always trying to find a way to make money or to have some sort of project. But, in reality, I have it better than a lot of people!
So, reflecting back, I am so happy for what I have and I need to take a deep breath and enjoy it!
I have two wonderful boys who really try to be good, who are smart and healthy, and who love and look up to us! I have a wonderful husband who always trys to make me happy, who works hard to make sure we all have what we need, and who is a wonderful father to his children. My husband acts all tough and sometimes a little selfish around other people...but when it comes to us or his friends, he will bend over backwards. I have a house...our own house. I inwardly complain about it all the time...its too small, it needs work, its not as fancy as other's houses. But, all in all, this is a good house with a good sized back yard...and we have a house that we can afford! Some people are losing their homes! I am fortunate to be able to stay home with my kids. Not many parents in our area have that luxury! Because my husband works so much, I am here for my kids. I complain about it, but really, how lucky am I! When I worked, I wished I could stay home. Now that I am staying at home, I wish I could work. I never seem to be happy...always trying to find a way to make money or to have some sort of project. But, in reality, I have it better than a lot of people!
So, reflecting back, I am so happy for what I have and I need to take a deep breath and enjoy it!
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Photo Shoots Are Fun!
Yesterday, I took the boys to Picture People to get our pictures taken. We had so much fun! The photographer was so animated. She got all of us laughing, (especially Jake...she was taken with Jake). When we waited for our photos to be done, I began looking at the prices...WOW! expensive! But, in reality, no less exensive than Sears or Penneys and I know we had more fun at this place. Then, I saw the pictures and they were SO worth the price! I wish I could have bought all of them!!!
Meanwhile, while we were there, Ken called. I ignored the phone...he can't know where we are. When we leave, I look at the time and I began to stress. It was 4:25 and Ken normally gets home at 4:30. We began to cook up some kind of excuse as to why we weren't home and where we were. Considering we're all dressed in almost matching shirts, I knew we would give it away. So, I headed to the corner store to make it look like that was why we weren't home. Grabbed the beer and the bread that I should have got early in the day. Then, we booked it home and....he wasn't even home. Whew!
So, the boys and I hid all the evidence that we were gone..and pleaded with Jake to keep quiet. Asking a 4 year old to keep a big secret for a week will be a daunting task! I check the messages...Ken had called like 4 times! So, I called him back and he was like, 'Where were you...I've been trying to reach you.' I was like, 'Oh, we were outside...I didn't even know you called. I'm sorry.' Well, the whole reason he was trying to reach me was because he had a side-job! What a relief!
At the photo shoot, Jake and Alex brought home a teddy bear with our picture in it and a bouncy balloon with Picture People on the front of it. I hid both in their bedroom. When Ken got home...Jake almost spilled the beans. Jake was whipsering, 'Mama, Mama, I hid it...I hid the...' I kept shushing him. All went well, until it was bedtime. Jake blurts out, 'Mama, Mama, the balloon is not hidden.' I causually stand in front of the balloon while Ken eyes me! Cover almost blown!!! Fortunately, nothing else was said and he didn't notice the 'Picture this' on it! I hope!
Anyway, that was our exciting day. Today brings Noon Duty training, pre-packing, and who knows what else!
Meanwhile, while we were there, Ken called. I ignored the phone...he can't know where we are. When we leave, I look at the time and I began to stress. It was 4:25 and Ken normally gets home at 4:30. We began to cook up some kind of excuse as to why we weren't home and where we were. Considering we're all dressed in almost matching shirts, I knew we would give it away. So, I headed to the corner store to make it look like that was why we weren't home. Grabbed the beer and the bread that I should have got early in the day. Then, we booked it home and....he wasn't even home. Whew!
So, the boys and I hid all the evidence that we were gone..and pleaded with Jake to keep quiet. Asking a 4 year old to keep a big secret for a week will be a daunting task! I check the messages...Ken had called like 4 times! So, I called him back and he was like, 'Where were you...I've been trying to reach you.' I was like, 'Oh, we were outside...I didn't even know you called. I'm sorry.' Well, the whole reason he was trying to reach me was because he had a side-job! What a relief!
At the photo shoot, Jake and Alex brought home a teddy bear with our picture in it and a bouncy balloon with Picture People on the front of it. I hid both in their bedroom. When Ken got home...Jake almost spilled the beans. Jake was whipsering, 'Mama, Mama, I hid it...I hid the...' I kept shushing him. All went well, until it was bedtime. Jake blurts out, 'Mama, Mama, the balloon is not hidden.' I causually stand in front of the balloon while Ken eyes me! Cover almost blown!!! Fortunately, nothing else was said and he didn't notice the 'Picture this' on it! I hope!
Anyway, that was our exciting day. Today brings Noon Duty training, pre-packing, and who knows what else!
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Many Things To Do
Today is going to be fun and filled with many things! so glad I did some housework yesterday. Not sure if I'll have time today!
Next week is our anniversary and Ken's birthday. I've been racking my brain to try and figure out what to get Ken. 10 years is a big deal..not everyone makes it that long and 'lives to tell about it'! So, I finally figured out what to do. For our Anniversary, I'm going to have me and the boys' picture taken. I'd really like to do a photo shoot with all of us...but this one will go in a special frame that I already bought. Then, I bought business cards for him...something he's been asking me for forever...and will buy an engraved business card case for him to store them all in. What to engrave on it? I don't know. My literary, poetic genius has disappeared over the years. finally, Alex and I will go to the comic book store on Friday and get him something there. I hope he likes everything. It is so hard to buy something for someone who already gets what he wants anyway, (and who doesn't like jewelry). So, shopping today!
I also plan on visiting the library. Not looking forward to it because I owe them money...AGAIN! But, hoping it will all work out! I need to get at least a few audio books for our trip.
My goal today is to not go on Facebook as much. I can't believe how addicted I've gotten to it over the last few weeks! I am obssessed! Its a struggle I have to concentrate on and know that i can get over it!
Next week is our anniversary and Ken's birthday. I've been racking my brain to try and figure out what to get Ken. 10 years is a big deal..not everyone makes it that long and 'lives to tell about it'! So, I finally figured out what to do. For our Anniversary, I'm going to have me and the boys' picture taken. I'd really like to do a photo shoot with all of us...but this one will go in a special frame that I already bought. Then, I bought business cards for him...something he's been asking me for forever...and will buy an engraved business card case for him to store them all in. What to engrave on it? I don't know. My literary, poetic genius has disappeared over the years. finally, Alex and I will go to the comic book store on Friday and get him something there. I hope he likes everything. It is so hard to buy something for someone who already gets what he wants anyway, (and who doesn't like jewelry). So, shopping today!
I also plan on visiting the library. Not looking forward to it because I owe them money...AGAIN! But, hoping it will all work out! I need to get at least a few audio books for our trip.
My goal today is to not go on Facebook as much. I can't believe how addicted I've gotten to it over the last few weeks! I am obssessed! Its a struggle I have to concentrate on and know that i can get over it!
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Back Again
Well, I know, I know...that whole blogging thing didn't last very long for me. But, I'm back to try it again and see where it takes me!
I am so excited. We are leaving to go on our trip to San Diego this Saturday and I cannot wait! Because the drive is so long, Ken convinced me that we need to rent a mini-van. so, I am really excited to try out the van, too. Pretty crazy that i'm excited over a mini-van. Maybe, I'm finally growing up!...Nah!
Well, the exciting thing about this trip is the condo we rented. It is right on the beach! The whole front of the condo is glass so we have an incredible view of the ocean from the living room and kitchen area! We also have a great view from the master bedroom. I look forward to waking up and looking out at the coast. Ken and I will be celebrating our 10 year anniversary next week. 10 years! I can't believe it!
Well, that's it for now.
I am so excited. We are leaving to go on our trip to San Diego this Saturday and I cannot wait! Because the drive is so long, Ken convinced me that we need to rent a mini-van. so, I am really excited to try out the van, too. Pretty crazy that i'm excited over a mini-van. Maybe, I'm finally growing up!...Nah!
Well, the exciting thing about this trip is the condo we rented. It is right on the beach! The whole front of the condo is glass so we have an incredible view of the ocean from the living room and kitchen area! We also have a great view from the master bedroom. I look forward to waking up and looking out at the coast. Ken and I will be celebrating our 10 year anniversary next week. 10 years! I can't believe it!
Well, that's it for now.
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Kung Fu Panda Time
Yesterday was the first day of summer vacation. Alex slept in until 8...(Jake woke him up). I didn't sleep in at all...got up early to Wii Fit myself. It was fun! So, I stayed home all day yesterday..first time in awhile! No school, no yard duty, and no errands! However, I did have to leave towards the end of the day for a baseball game. That's okay, though. I had fun.
Today, we went to a matinee. My neighbor, (Mimi), another day care provider, (Jackie), and myself hauled all of our kids to the movies. It was fun. I love going to the movies with a bunch of kids. They make the experience that much more entertaining. In all, I would say we had about 15 to 20 kids with us. I know I had 4...Mimi had 6...Jackie had 5..okay 15 kids in all. The only downfall was that poor RoniLynn got her finger smooshed in the bathroom stall door. She was very brave, cried a little but did not carry on. Mimi was worried it was broken, but we are all hoping that it is not.
I then took my boys and Angel's boys to Target. I do not know how mom's with multiple kids do it! Those 4 boys drove me nuts....I was constantly trying to keep them rounded up and from touching things. They were pretty good, but towards the end, Colby wanted to play hide and seek. Not a cool game in a busy store. I ended up holding his hand and Jake's hand until we lined up to check out.
By the way, did I say how funny Kung Fu Panda was? I laughed my butt off. A definite must see!
Today, we went to a matinee. My neighbor, (Mimi), another day care provider, (Jackie), and myself hauled all of our kids to the movies. It was fun. I love going to the movies with a bunch of kids. They make the experience that much more entertaining. In all, I would say we had about 15 to 20 kids with us. I know I had 4...Mimi had 6...Jackie had 5..okay 15 kids in all. The only downfall was that poor RoniLynn got her finger smooshed in the bathroom stall door. She was very brave, cried a little but did not carry on. Mimi was worried it was broken, but we are all hoping that it is not.
I then took my boys and Angel's boys to Target. I do not know how mom's with multiple kids do it! Those 4 boys drove me nuts....I was constantly trying to keep them rounded up and from touching things. They were pretty good, but towards the end, Colby wanted to play hide and seek. Not a cool game in a busy store. I ended up holding his hand and Jake's hand until we lined up to check out.
By the way, did I say how funny Kung Fu Panda was? I laughed my butt off. A definite must see!
Monday, June 9, 2008
Great Sunday!
I had a great Sunday yesterday! Alex's friend, Austin, spent the night so when we woke up, Ken got all of us to play video games, (mainly Mario Kart Wii). Then, Ken left to find the Wii Fit. He has been wanting one since he first heard about it and had some cash he saved up. He came back around 10:30ish and we all watched him try it out. It is so cool. It keeps track of your weight, BMI, and gives you goals to shoot for so you can be more Fit! The games and excercises are fun and challenging. The more you use it, the more items you unlock. Ken and I both found out we are overweight, (I already knew that). But, now we are striving to lose that weight and I think this new tool will help us both.
Later, Ken set up the Water Slide for the boys. Austin's brother, Colby came over and everyone played until around 2:30. The boys went home and we just hung out for the rest of the day. I love days like this...days where we have no plans, no where to go, just hanging out and having fun.
Today is the first day of summer vacation. Jake woke up early, (of course), but Alex is sleeping in, (again, of course). My plans today are pretty boring...laundry, general house picking up, and paying bills. But, the awesome thing is I really do not have to go anywhere until this evening for Alex's baseball game. Actually, I do have to go to the bank to make a PTA deposit, but that shouldn't take long. I plan on heading over to Costco, too. Need a few things and I haven't checked Costco out in awhile. I might talk Ken into going with me tonight...then he can shop for his Father's Day Poker Night! Now, I must get to work!
Later, Ken set up the Water Slide for the boys. Austin's brother, Colby came over and everyone played until around 2:30. The boys went home and we just hung out for the rest of the day. I love days like this...days where we have no plans, no where to go, just hanging out and having fun.
Today is the first day of summer vacation. Jake woke up early, (of course), but Alex is sleeping in, (again, of course). My plans today are pretty boring...laundry, general house picking up, and paying bills. But, the awesome thing is I really do not have to go anywhere until this evening for Alex's baseball game. Actually, I do have to go to the bank to make a PTA deposit, but that shouldn't take long. I plan on heading over to Costco, too. Need a few things and I haven't checked Costco out in awhile. I might talk Ken into going with me tonight...then he can shop for his Father's Day Poker Night! Now, I must get to work!
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