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Saturday, December 26, 2009
Friday, December 25, 2009
Happy Hanukmas and all of that jazz, plus a contest.
I'll stop back later on today to post pictures, videos, and give the details of how (literally) SHOCKED the kids were when the saw their unopened presents. I have never seen James' mouth hang that low in my life so far. THAT was worth all the effort. And Natalie couldn't stop smiling and started grabbing gifts from underneath the tree. She was so giddy. Again, THAT was worth all the effort. It's all about the kids. And having some wonderful family and friends makes it all even more wonderful.
..and you know what else is wonderful? A holiday CONTEST!!! Something I've never done before and wanted to but didn't have anything to give away. But today, I do and it's a one year subscription to "Parents" magazine!! All you have to do is comment here, and tell me what your thankful for, and then a winner at random will be chosen at 6p (our time here) on Sunday evening, the 27th. Get to commenting!!
..and you know what else is wonderful? A holiday CONTEST!!! Something I've never done before and wanted to but didn't have anything to give away. But today, I do and it's a one year subscription to "Parents" magazine!! All you have to do is comment here, and tell me what your thankful for, and then a winner at random will be chosen at 6p (our time here) on Sunday evening, the 27th. Get to commenting!!
Monday, December 21, 2009
Not me! Monday
*It was NOT me who bought a large pack of Hershey chocolate Santas with the intention of stuffing them into the kids' stockings but instead, decided to "just eat one..only one" and the pack is definitely not empty. And I didn't make the kids share the crime (and utter shame) with me.
*My Natalie definitely hasn't been running around lately declaring "I oughtta slug you" and the proceed to lick my arm like Snoopy does to Lucy in "A Charlie Brown Christmas". When I asked her if she was a little actress, Natalie did not happily shout, "YES Mommy..I'm an actress".
*I am NOT completely late in getting out our gifts for the family this year. Nope. I am always on time and right on point with that sort of thing. It won't be after Christmas by the time the gifts arrive. And this is NOT the cowardly way that I'm letting them know that.
*When trying to record the kids' voices on a few recordable holiday cards for the family, James did not scream "HELP!!" and laugh hysterically instead of something more festive. My 4 year old is not that funny.
*The kids have not been obsessing with bubbles so much lately that I'm getting daily light-headedness from blowing those bubbles constantly. And I definitely don't continue blowing those bubbles regardless of a headache from it just so I can hear them giggle like crazy.
*****Welcome to Not Me! Monday! This blog carnival was created by MckMama. You can head over to her blog to read what she and everyone else have not been doing this week.*****
Friday, December 18, 2009
Five Question Friday!
Well, lookie here..something else new on this here blog! I love reading other people's blogs. My main preference would be mom blogs..I hate calling them "mommy" blogs. I know that sounds stupid, but something about putting that "my" added to that makes it sound funny.
But I do love reading about what other parents have to say.
Hey, you get good parenting advice at a cheap rate plus, you find something in common with other people of the world. Makes me feel smaller. Which is a good thing.
I think checking out the blogroll on the right side of this page pretty much proves my crazy obsession. And due to my stalking of these blogs, sometimes they have some cute entries that make me go "awwww" and then "oohhhh" because, hey here's something I could join in to keep this blog updated. I could just keep posting photos though..but until I snap more, you'll have to read this.
Thanks to Elizabeth I found Mama M's page to link back.
So here we go.. today's 5 Question Friday:
1. Which boygroup did you like most in your teens?
Totally honest here- Boyz (get that z there) II Men (also, get that "II" there). I was a huge secret R&B junkie from as young as a can remember. I love their voices and if any group out there can sing a cappella as good at they can..well.. I will swoon over them too.
2. Do you do Christmas cards, letters, photos, nuthin', all of the above?
HAHA funny that this is this week's question because dudes, I am so behind in getting these together. Just this evening I realized that I was VERY short in the card inventory department and went to Wally World to fill those gaps. I think by the end of next week I'll be done. Oh boy.
3. If you could meet one celebrity who would it be and why?
I have to pick only one? Ahh who am I kidding. I meet one and I'd poop my pants. Or at least stand there in a daze, and probably just giggle. But, if I could conduct myself in a manner of a normal and calm person, it would have to be John Lithgow. I've always been a huge fan of his since seeing him portray a crazy man seeing gremlins in "Twlight Zone: The Movie". And then "3rd Rock From the Sun" came around and I was a big fan still. And then? I worked at an upscale toy shop and listened to his children's CD everyday. And then to see his latest work on "Dexter" as a really creepy serial killer? the man blows my mind. I also heard that he's a very sweet guy to meet in real life. Gotta love that.
4. Favorite thing to cook with (i.e. stainless, non-stick, Dutch oven, microwave, debit card...or, perhaps, a cauldron, etc.)?
I'm more of a "force yourself to cook" kind of person so I would always prefer to just use the fancy innernette and contact Pizza Hut. But, that's not always cost-effective. So, I would have to say that using the microwave is something I can't live without. How else can you eat popcorn or winter shaped chicken nuggets. Or pizza.
5. What is the one thing you wear the most, besides your unmentionables?
Socks. I have to wear socks. I'm so weird. Even during the summer I can't go to sleep without socks. But, I do draw the line: I do not wear socks with flip flops or sandals. Cause you know..that would be too European of me.
But I do love reading about what other parents have to say.
Hey, you get good parenting advice at a cheap rate plus, you find something in common with other people of the world. Makes me feel smaller. Which is a good thing.
I think checking out the blogroll on the right side of this page pretty much proves my crazy obsession. And due to my stalking of these blogs, sometimes they have some cute entries that make me go "awwww" and then "oohhhh" because, hey here's something I could join in to keep this blog updated. I could just keep posting photos though..but until I snap more, you'll have to read this.
Thanks to Elizabeth I found Mama M's page to link back.
So here we go.. today's 5 Question Friday:
1. Which boygroup did you like most in your teens?
Totally honest here- Boyz (get that z there) II Men (also, get that "II" there). I was a huge secret R&B junkie from as young as a can remember. I love their voices and if any group out there can sing a cappella as good at they can..well.. I will swoon over them too.
2. Do you do Christmas cards, letters, photos, nuthin', all of the above?
HAHA funny that this is this week's question because dudes, I am so behind in getting these together. Just this evening I realized that I was VERY short in the card inventory department and went to Wally World to fill those gaps. I think by the end of next week I'll be done. Oh boy.
3. If you could meet one celebrity who would it be and why?
I have to pick only one? Ahh who am I kidding. I meet one and I'd poop my pants. Or at least stand there in a daze, and probably just giggle. But, if I could conduct myself in a manner of a normal and calm person, it would have to be John Lithgow. I've always been a huge fan of his since seeing him portray a crazy man seeing gremlins in "Twlight Zone: The Movie". And then "3rd Rock From the Sun" came around and I was a big fan still. And then? I worked at an upscale toy shop and listened to his children's CD everyday. And then to see his latest work on "Dexter" as a really creepy serial killer? the man blows my mind. I also heard that he's a very sweet guy to meet in real life. Gotta love that.
4. Favorite thing to cook with (i.e. stainless, non-stick, Dutch oven, microwave, debit card...or, perhaps, a cauldron, etc.)?
I'm more of a "force yourself to cook" kind of person so I would always prefer to just use the fancy innernette and contact Pizza Hut. But, that's not always cost-effective. So, I would have to say that using the microwave is something I can't live without. How else can you eat popcorn or winter shaped chicken nuggets. Or pizza.
5. What is the one thing you wear the most, besides your unmentionables?
Socks. I have to wear socks. I'm so weird. Even during the summer I can't go to sleep without socks. But, I do draw the line: I do not wear socks with flip flops or sandals. Cause you know..that would be too European of me.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Sunday, December 13, 2009
bits of this and that..
There are some things I wanted to update about so bare with me as I'll be all over the place. ;)
*As for college- some of you already know that I accepted into the 4 year university of my choice last week. Hoorah!! But, here's the kicker (and proof that I am sometimes stupid) I didn't realize that the spring college semester started so soon- January 19th to be exact. It would be full time and with it beginning a week after Natalie's open heart surgery I had to make a tough decision. It was either wait until the Fall semester or just grin and bare it. I decided to wait until the Fall semester. I can't give Natalie's care only 70 or 80% of my attention. It needs to be 110%, with me fully focused and not distracted with 4 classes.
The waiting is worth it. Plus, with tax time coming up, I'll probably get alot more financial aid with this year's low earnings. Yay for being poor! (okay, not really..but you get it.)
*It is exactly 1 month until Natalie's surgery. We're starting out a plan and a solid one at that. We decided that I'll be at the hospital with her 24/7 from that Tuesday, the day of the operation, until Friday evening. I'm not sure yet what the hospital's policy is for me to room with her, but if I can't, I know that they have family suites at the hospital so I'll probably take advantage of that. If she's awake I want her to see me there. Once Friday arrives, Rick will be there until Sunday. And maybe..just maybe she'll be well enough to go home by then. If not, I'll return to the hospital Sunday evening to spend a lot more time with her. During our focus on Natalie's well-being, we have my mom and step-dad and possibly my brother and sis-in-law helping us out. That way, James will get to spend time with them here at home and then he'll get to see his daddy after 4:30pm and get tucked into bed at night by him. Natalie's care is at the top of the list, of course, but James is now old enough to worry about his sister, so it's our job to keep him happy and distracted. It's going to be tough, but I have so much great support and excitement about 2010.
*James had a good birthday. To be totally honest- he and Natalie were acting out pretty badly that day. Unfortunately, both of them spent quite a bit of time in timeout's that day. But, we made the day as special as we could: filled with lots of chocolate and banana monkey cupcakes AND presents! He got a cool (huge) firetruck, many many more cars, a truck to store his cars, a kick ass chemistry set, some clothes, $$$, a Candy Land game (which he keeps beating me at), Lincoln Logs (YESSSS!!!), and a few other things that I can't remember at the moment.
*We have to teach both kids to not blow out the Hanukkah candles.
*It was our niece Jackie's 2nd birthday Friday! Not sure if some of you know, but December is the craziest month with holidays and birthdays for our family and both sides included. LOL
*I am on the edge of my seat until Christmas- I can't wait until they get to unwrap more presents and see their smiling faces. We didn't spend too much this year but somehow managed to get them more gifts than last year. The budget was the same also. Can't beat that. Oh and James is really good at unwrapping presents now..he knows that something even better is hiding underneath the paper. Natalie tried to unwrap the Hanukkah gifts from her Gammy, got frustrated, and had me open them. So, she too knows that something fun is lurking underneath the paper. LOL
*And??? Ready??? Rick got a job!!! Or did I mention that already? Wow, I have to update myself with my own blog.
But, yup, he has a new full time job with a construction company as a permanent employee. He's still working out the kinks since it's still new, you know how that goes. But he really likes it and the people that run the company seem to have it together. They also have some small children so understand how things can pop up out of nowhere with them. The reason I mention that is because he told them about Natalie's surgery. They even seemed really concerned and very supportive for the few days that Rick will have to take off. It feels so good to have paychecks coming in again. We are officially and forever done with MD unemployement!!!
*As for college- some of you already know that I accepted into the 4 year university of my choice last week. Hoorah!! But, here's the kicker (and proof that I am sometimes stupid) I didn't realize that the spring college semester started so soon- January 19th to be exact. It would be full time and with it beginning a week after Natalie's open heart surgery I had to make a tough decision. It was either wait until the Fall semester or just grin and bare it. I decided to wait until the Fall semester. I can't give Natalie's care only 70 or 80% of my attention. It needs to be 110%, with me fully focused and not distracted with 4 classes.
The waiting is worth it. Plus, with tax time coming up, I'll probably get alot more financial aid with this year's low earnings. Yay for being poor! (okay, not really..but you get it.)
*It is exactly 1 month until Natalie's surgery. We're starting out a plan and a solid one at that. We decided that I'll be at the hospital with her 24/7 from that Tuesday, the day of the operation, until Friday evening. I'm not sure yet what the hospital's policy is for me to room with her, but if I can't, I know that they have family suites at the hospital so I'll probably take advantage of that. If she's awake I want her to see me there. Once Friday arrives, Rick will be there until Sunday. And maybe..just maybe she'll be well enough to go home by then. If not, I'll return to the hospital Sunday evening to spend a lot more time with her. During our focus on Natalie's well-being, we have my mom and step-dad and possibly my brother and sis-in-law helping us out. That way, James will get to spend time with them here at home and then he'll get to see his daddy after 4:30pm and get tucked into bed at night by him. Natalie's care is at the top of the list, of course, but James is now old enough to worry about his sister, so it's our job to keep him happy and distracted. It's going to be tough, but I have so much great support and excitement about 2010.
*James had a good birthday. To be totally honest- he and Natalie were acting out pretty badly that day. Unfortunately, both of them spent quite a bit of time in timeout's that day. But, we made the day as special as we could: filled with lots of chocolate and banana monkey cupcakes AND presents! He got a cool (huge) firetruck, many many more cars, a truck to store his cars, a kick ass chemistry set, some clothes, $$$, a Candy Land game (which he keeps beating me at), Lincoln Logs (YESSSS!!!), and a few other things that I can't remember at the moment.
*We have to teach both kids to not blow out the Hanukkah candles.
*It was our niece Jackie's 2nd birthday Friday! Not sure if some of you know, but December is the craziest month with holidays and birthdays for our family and both sides included. LOL
*I am on the edge of my seat until Christmas- I can't wait until they get to unwrap more presents and see their smiling faces. We didn't spend too much this year but somehow managed to get them more gifts than last year. The budget was the same also. Can't beat that. Oh and James is really good at unwrapping presents now..he knows that something even better is hiding underneath the paper. Natalie tried to unwrap the Hanukkah gifts from her Gammy, got frustrated, and had me open them. So, she too knows that something fun is lurking underneath the paper. LOL
*And??? Ready??? Rick got a job!!! Or did I mention that already? Wow, I have to update myself with my own blog.
But, yup, he has a new full time job with a construction company as a permanent employee. He's still working out the kinks since it's still new, you know how that goes. But he really likes it and the people that run the company seem to have it together. They also have some small children so understand how things can pop up out of nowhere with them. The reason I mention that is because he told them about Natalie's surgery. They even seemed really concerned and very supportive for the few days that Rick will have to take off. It feels so good to have paychecks coming in again. We are officially and forever done with MD unemployement!!!
Wednesday, December 09, 2009
Happy 4th Birthday my handsome boy.
I am so incredibly proud that you are my son. Everyday you make me laugh and now, I can make you laugh even if I tell you a little joke. You "get" your Daddy and I's humor. Now that makes you even more special. We love you so much, buddy. These past 4 years have flown by. I'm so happy that you still love my kisses and squishy hugs. And please don't ever change how incredibly sweet, thoughtful, and caring that you are. You are my joy.
Love,
Mommy
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